Top Ten Family Events- September 2014

Looking for something fun to do with the family this month? Here are some great suggestions!

1. Disney Live! Mickey's Music Festival
 
Mickey Mouse and his band of friends will perform in a musical mash-up of mega proportions during Disney Live!
 
When: Saturday, September 27 and Sunday, September 28, at 12 pm and 3 pm
Where: US Airways Center
Cost: $39 to $84
Info: 800-745-3000 or www.usairwayscenter.com
 
We will be there for the 3 pm Sunday show!
 
2. Child Fair
 
This celebration of young people features dozens of organizations that offer children's services and resources.
 
When: Saturday, September 6 from 12 pm to 4 pm
Where: Southeast Regional Library, Gilbert
Cost: Free
Info: 602-652-3000 or www.mcldaz.org
 
3. Brazilian Day Arizona
 
This family-friendly event showcases musicians, singers, dancers, DJs, Capoeiristas and Brazilian inspired foods and beverages for purchase.
 
When: Saturday, September 6 from 12 pm to 6 pm
Where: Virginia G Piper Theater at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Cost: $5 to $12
Info: 480-499-8587 or www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org
 
4. Charlotte's Web
 
Meet Wilbur, a piglet in grave danger of ending up as pork chops, and Charlotte, the spider who becomes his true friend.
When: Sunday, September 7 through Sunday, October 12
Where: Tempe Center for the Arts Theater
Cost: $12 to $25
Info: 480-350-4311 or www.tempe.gov
 
5. Suessical Jr.
 
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and other favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in a musical extravaganza.
When: Saturday, September 10 through Saturday, September 20, 3 pm and 7 pm
Where: Tuscany Theatre, Gilbert
Cost: $12
Info: 480-907-7050 or www.actorsyouththeatre.com
 
6. The Illusions of Eric Giliam

The high energy, live show of magic, laughter, fascination and crowd participation has entertained and amazed audiences of all ages.
When: Saturday, September 13 to 1 pm, 4 pm, and 7:30 pm
Cost: $19
Info: 480-279-7194 or www.higleyarts.org
 
7. Fall Foliage Fantasy

Celebrate the magic of fall with activities related to the season
When: Tuesday, September 23
Where: KidsPark, Scottsdale
Cost: $8 first child, $4 second sibling, $3 each additional sibling
Info: 602-788-2445 or www.kidspark.com
 
8. Wonderland! The Musical Adventures of Alice

Wonderland is a silly adaptation of Lewis Carroll's "Through the Looking Glass" with hip hop music and an upbeat, coming of age story that audiences of all ages will adore.
When: Thursday, September 25 through Sunday, October 5, matinees and evening shows
Where: Mesa Arts Center's Nesbitt/Elliott Playhouse, Mesa
Cost: $11 to $15
Info: 480-644-6500 or www.mesaartscenter.com
 
9. Fall Festival

The festival features a 7 acre corn maze, extreme air pillow, giant tube slide, spider web rope climb, rubber duck race, mini hay maze, pumpkin patch, pedal race cars, barrel train ride and farm animals.
When: Saturday, September 27 through Sunday, November 2
Where: Vertuccio Farms, Mesa
Cost: $9
Info: 480-650-6611 or www.vertucciofarms.com
 
10. Dragonfly and Butterfly Walk

Learn basic identification and appreciation of these beautiful creatures.
When: Sunday, September 28 at 7 pm
Where: Riparian Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada, Gilbert
Cost: $5 donation
Info: www.gilbertaz.gov