Hey Phoenix listeners, kick off your weekend with high-octane excitement right here in the Valley! Today, Friday, dive into the RM Sotheby's Auto Auction wrapping up at the Phoenix Convention Center, where luxury rides from classic muscle cars to sleek exotics are up for grabs through this evening—perfect for gearheads dreaming of their next thrill ride, as Copper Courier highlights. Crank up the energy tonight at The Van Buren with United We Dance: The Ultimate Rave Experience, an 18-plus bash pulsing with beats and lights starting at 8 PM, according to Ticketmaster listings.

Swing into Saturday with car fever peaking at the Barrett-Jackson Auction in Scottsdale, running all day through Sunday—thousands of vehicles, from vintage beauties to modern supercars, crossing the block amid celebrity appearances and live music. Auto enthusiasts won't want to miss it, per Copper Courier reports. Foodies, head to the Arizona Wine Festival in Phoenix for sips of local vintages paired with gourmet bites all weekend long. Over in Tempe's Kiwanis Park, the Phoenix Food Fair Lunar New Year Edition explodes from 4 PM to 10 PM with a dragon parade, water lantern releases carrying your wishes, DIY lion lanterns, cosplay fun, traditional eats, and blessing bridges for prosperity—grab tickets from $17 for charm kits up to family packs, straight from the event site.

Anime fans, Taiyou Con in Mesa offers three days of cosplay, panels, and J-pop vibes starting today through Sunday. Vintage lovers, hit the Time Travelers Vintage Expo in Phoenix for retro fashion, records, and treasures on Saturday. Music heads, catch Diplo’s Run Club blending beats and jogs in Phoenix, while the Arizona Soup Festival simmers with steamy bowls and chef demos on Sunday.

Don't sleep on the International Gem & Jewelry Show at the Phoenix Convention Center all weekend, sparkling with rare stones and bling. Families, Tempe Blooms bursts with floral displays Saturday and Sunday. For culture, the Neighborhood Black History Fest in Phoenix celebrates heritage on Sunday.

Your friendly Phoenix guide says bundle up for these sunny winter gems—make memories before they're gone! Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe for more Valley vibes. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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