Local geeks are getting Christmas early. There will be many opportunities for local geeks to cosplay, see movies, meet celebrities and dance the night away.
Continue reading, get geeky, and enjoy a joyful holiday season.

Costumes are mandatory at Phoenix’s Santarchy (and don’t include holiday sweaters).

Santarchy 2022

Santa Claus will be visiting town a few weeks earlier than expected — and he’ll be ready to party. Jolly Ol’ Santa Nick will not be the only one out there. He’ll also be walking through downtown Phoenix looking for drinks and laughter with a ho-ho crew of people in festive costumes, including many, countless doppelgangers. Santarchy is an annual costumed bar crawl that’s put on by The Arizona Cacophony Society It’s inspired from the Santa Claus mythos. There are hundreds of people dressed up as snowmen, elves, reindeer and other holiday-related characters. The event returns on Saturday, December 10, after being cancelled last year for various reasons. Santas and other participants will meet downtown at 5:30 p.m., before going out to hit up several bars in the area. It’s free to attend, but costumes are required. Visit the for more information about the starting and other details. Website of Cacophony Society . Benjamin Leatherman

Dannyfest 2022

A celebration of anything and everything that has to do with Danny McBride. We’re in, or as Kenny Powers (the vile baseball pitcher played by the actor and comedian in HBO’s). Eastbound & Down might respond, “We’re fucking it in.” Dannyfest McBride will be honored with a toast on Saturday, December 10. The McBride pantheon will allow you to dress up as your favorite character. A $200 cash prize will be awarded to the best-dressed participant. TIO, David Marquez’s newest side-project, will provide music by Lisa Dank, DJ Ty Hi and DJ Ty Hi. Nathan Evangelista, a local comedian, will be hosting. The event begins at 8 p.m. The event is free to attend. Benjamin Leatherman

It’s Feline A lot Like Christmas Cat Show

This is the Phoenix Feline Fanciers’ performance annual two-day cat event From 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, December 10, and from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, December 11, at Mesa Convention Center 263 North Center Street. The event is open to cat lovers and anyone who enjoys interacting with cute felines. There will be more than 40 breeds on display, including Maine Coons and Persians as well as eight judging rings. There will also be activities and competitions to find more household breeds. Are you looking for the perfect gift to pamper your fur babies? You can find everything you need, from clothing and collars to toys and cat furniture, as well as jewelry, at these vendors. No kitten. For those looking to adopt a companion animal for the holidays, local rescue groups and adoption agencies will be available. Adult admission is $12, seniors and military members $10, children 3-12 years old $8, and children 3-12 years old free. Benjamin Leatherman

Witchcrafted Yule market

It seems that there is a holiday shopping event or gift market for every type of person these days. This six-hour-long event is free. Maker’s Market From 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday, December 11, Glendale Civic Center at 5750 West Glenn Drive will host 80 vendors and artists. Are you looking for ritual supplies or new tarot card sets? A Krampus ornament might be a good choice. The event will feature all of the above items, along with occult art and candles, handcrafted jewelry, oddities, baked good, and other “enchanting offerings”. Food trucks will also be available. The entrance fee is $5. Cash only. If you don’t make it, please do not be alarmed. Benjamin Leatherman

Gremlins

Do not forget Christmas Story , Die Hard Or anything that involves Ebenezer Scrooge. Joe Dante’s Gremlins is the greatest Christmas movie ever made. This horror-comedy masterpiece is almost two hours of pure merry mayhem. It was released in 1984. Gremlins, a monster movie with a Looney Tunes sensibility is the kinda movie that makes you shout “HELL YEAH!” Steve Austin-style after witnessing an elderly lady being thrown out of a window. Gizmo, also the original Baby Yoda, is featured in this movie. Accept no substitutes. The 35mm version will be available later in the month. Gremlins Majestic Neighborhood Cinema Grill, 1140 East Baseline Road, Tempe will present the program at 7 p.m. Monday, December 12. The Majestic Movie Party series will present it and include interactive props for the audience. Tickets can be purchased online at the Majestic website . Ashley Naftule

Phoestivus 2022

You’re going to hear that we’re having a lot of issues with you people. For Phoestivus, you can visit 720 North Fifth Street on Wednesday and Thursday. The locally-focused outdoor bazaar, as its name suggests, takes cues from Seinfeldian holidays and will feature such highlights like the “Pheats of Strength”, which is a rock climbing wall, the “Phoestivus Pole” and a version of “Airing of Grievances”. Hours are 5-10 p.m. every evening. Admission is free. The website has all the details. Website of Phoestivus . Benjamin Leatherman

Winter HorrorFest

Even though we are currently in a season that is supposed to be bright and cheery, it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t enjoy something dark and scary. The inaugural event is open to anyone who prefers something more frightening than merry. Winter HorrorFest . The Phoenix Center for the Arts 1202 North Third Street will be haunted by the event, “The Fright Before Christmas.” It runs from Friday, December 16 to Sunday, December 18. Two days of horror-themed panels, screenings, panel discussions, vendors and artists are on tap. Actor Eugene Clark will be among the guests. Land of the Dead John Dugan ( Texas Chain Saw Massacre ), actress Eileen Dietz ( The Exorcist (), Mick Strawn, special effects guru Mick Strawn and Brent Myers, amateur vampirologist, and author/photographer Paul Koudounaris. You can find complete details and a schedule here Here . Benjamin Leatherman

Steve Cardenas Signings

As many people worldwide, actor and martial arts artist Steve Cardenas is mourning the passing of a friend. Mighty Morphin Power Ranger star Jason David Frank. They starred in half-a dozen different movies together. MMPR Two movies and television series in the 1990s and beyond featured Rocky DeSantos (a.k.a. Cardenas) as Rocky DeSantos. Frank is Tommy Oliver (a.k.a. the Red and Blue Rangers) and Frank is Tommy Oliver (a.k.a. The Green and White Ranger. Cardenas: “Jason was my first host on set in 1994. He also introduced me to comic cons and event promoters around the globe.” Posted on Instagram Last month, Frank’s death was announced. Cardenas will be appearing at two signings in the Valley during his weekend-long visit. Cardenas will be at Collectors Marketplace 45 East Indian School Road, noon-2 p.m. Saturday, December 17. You can also catch him at Glendale’s the next day. Pop ‘n Anime The address is 6800 North 95th Avenue. It will be open from noon to 2 pm on Sunday, December 18. The event is free, but you will need to sign and take selfies.

Three Fates Revue will present its Island of Misfit Toys Burlesque in December.

Three Fates Revue’s facebook

Island of Misfit Toys Burlesque

Santa may be adding Three Fates Revue’s burlesque performers to his naughty wish list following the holiday show at Cruisin’ 7th 3702 North Seventh Street. According to the troupe’s Facebook page, they will offer a “night full of oddball burlesque”, featuring local burlesque, drag and variety performers. Doors open at 4:45 p.m., and the show starts promptly at 5 p.m. Tickets For bronze seating in back, $18 and $23 respectively, for silver seating in middle, $30 for VIP gold seating in front. Benjamin Leatherman

Mary Xmas

Holidays are a time for traditions. You can gather with your closest and dearest to share in some form of revelry. This is especially true for local ravers, who turn out in large numbers around Christmas to attend the Mary Xmas party. This holiday-themed dance party, which has been going since 1999, offers EDM nerds and kandi children the opportunity to dance in a Christmas-themed wonderland. The event has been held in a desert setting for the past few years. However, the 2022 edition will be held inside Endgame at 1233 South Alma School Drive, Mesa. There will be three stages and snowball fights. There will be sets from over 20 local DJs, and many other rave-friendly music. Doors open at 8:45 p.m., and the party continues until 3 a.m. Tickets cost $25. \

The Skeptics’ Guide To the Universe

Long-running podcast The Skeptics Guide to the Universe Since 2005, has been dispelling myths, conspiracies and half-truths. Its M.O. Its M.O. is “promoting critical thinking and science literacy,” which has been constantly under attack in recent years. Its cast, which includes neurologist Steven Novella and his brothers Bob, Jay, and a lot of humor, does so in a very entertaining manner. They plan to visit Arizona later in the month for two events. The podcast will be recorded live at the Marriott Phoenix Airport at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 15th, at 1101 North 44th Street. Tickets are $125 per person. If this seems too expensive for you, they will be at Crescent Ballroom (308 North Second Street) on Saturday, December 17th during “A Skeptical Exvaganza Of Special Significance”, which will feature “sciencey games” and host George Hrab, comedian and musician. Tickets in advance General admission is $45-$555 and VIP packages are $125.