"The Art of Letting Go" is an exhibition at the Chandler Center for the Arts featuring monosilk prints by Phoenix-area artists, curated by Edgar "8ahau" Fernandez, and is free to the public until January 10, 2025.

Nicole Gutierrez highlights December events in the Valley including Scottsdale's FuelFest with celebrity guests, the Phoenix Festival of the Arts, and 'Sumo in the Garden' at the Japanese Friendship Garden.

Dr. Christopher W. Schwartz is appointed as the City of Phoenix Archaeologist, bringing extensive experience in North American archaeology to the role starting December 9.

The NAU Lumberjack Marching Band has been selected to perform in the 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, as they work on fundraising and inclusivity.

The Chandler Museum opens an exhibition about the history of American Indian boarding schools, exploring the impact on indigenous children from 1870s to 1930s.

The Vision Gallery presents its 29th Annual Art Quilts exhibit, "Art Quilts: IMPACT!", featuring vibrant, impactful quilts, open from Nov. 16 to Jan. 19, 2025.

The Chandler Museum hosts "Marvelocity: The Art of Alex Ross," an exhibition featuring the renowned comic artist's work, early drawings, and a look into his creative process.

Maricopa's government launches the second "Celebration of the Arts" Grant Program to support local artists and non-profits with up to $3,000 in funding. Applications are open until the end of November.

The Arizona State Prison Complex-Perryville has launched an art program, 'Art of Our Soul', at the Lumley Unit to support inmates' mental health and therapeutic rehabilitation.

The City of Eloy is hosting the Eloy 75 Art Contest for local residents to celebrate the city’s 75th anniversary through art, with cash prizes for three age categories.

Scottsdale teams up with the Girl Scouts for a design contest where K-12 students create the official patch for the new "Scottsdale Patch program." Mayor Ortega encourages participation by Nov. 15, emphasizing local pride and creativity.

Fountain Hills has designated October as Arts & Humanities Month to celebrate its cultural diversity with a range of events, including exhibitions and culinary classes.

Buckeye launches a Traffic Box Art Program inviting local artists to transform traffic control boxes into vibrant desert-themed art, with eight artists to receive $1,200 each for their work.