Downtown Gilbert's fall season runs Friday, September 25, through Sunday, November 1, per Discover Gilbert. The Great Gilbert Gourd Hunt is back with new story-filled pumpkin scenes by artist Ray Villafane, billed as Tales from the Heritage District. New this year: Flavors of Gilbert, a downtown fall food crawl on October 17, and Celebration Soundscape, a light-and-sound installation by local composer Dalton Attig on the east patio of Water Tower Plaza, playing nightly from 6 to 10 p.m. at the top of each hour except on Concert in the Park nights. A free Instrument Make & Play workshop is September 26, and Heritage District merchants are rolling out fall specials.
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Gilbert Days takes place Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, with a Heritage District parade from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and an all-ages festival on the new Ocotillo Bridge from 4 to 9 p.m. Festival admission is free. Organizers list parking at Gilbert Regional Park, 3005 E. Queen Creek Road, with free shuttles between the parking lot and festival throughout the event. The evening offers music, food and drinks, and a chance to visit the bridge deck before its planned December opening to traffic. Check the event page for registration and arrival details.
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Hot Pot Spot has opened in Gilbert, according to separate November reports from Mouth by Southwest and DiningOut. Mouth by Southwest places the restaurant in the Fry’s Marketplace plaza at the southwest corner of Gilbert and Baseline roads. Both reports describe all-you-can-eat hot pot with a grilled-skewer option. Check the restaurant’s current menu and terms before ordering.
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Bring a blanket to the Green at Verde at Cooley Station for a free outdoor screening of Toy Story 5 on Friday, November 6. The venue’s flyer puts the start at about 5:45 p.m., so arrive early to find a spot. All ages are welcome. The venue also lists complimentary popcorn and playground access.
