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Take a break from your usual routine and check out Barktoberfest. You and your furry friend can enjoy various activities, including unique crafts, pet games, a costume contest, and even a dog wash. The best part? All proceeds from the festival go to support Friends For Life Animal Rescue Shelter, which has been voted Arizona's best animal shelter. This event has been running for 23 years, becoming one of Gilbert's longest-running annual festivals. So, come out and celebrate Halloween with your four-legged friend while supporting a great cause.

Discover the treasures awaiting you at Brass Armadillo Antique Mall, where you can browse a vast array of collectibles, antiques, and memorabilia from more than 600 antique dealers. You'll be amazed at the selection of Star Wars memorabilia and other nostalgic collectibles. Also, you'll find various antique items, including Depression glass, crystal, china, and pottery, such as Roseville and Rookwood. If you're a history buff, you definitely won't want to miss the military memorabilia. The dealers have rare items from the Revolutionary War, Civil War, World War I, and World War II. And, if you're looking for something specific, they've got you covered with a personal shopping request service.

If you're a music lover, the Musical Instrument Museum is a must-visit spot in Phoenix. You'll hear the history of sound and song uniquely using the wireless headsets issued to each visitor. The accompanying sounds near each display will transport you to the world of music and help you connect with your heritage while seeing over 4,200 instruments on display from every corner of the globe. From the beginning, the goal has been to deliver a musical experience that is enriching, inspiring, interesting, and fun. Today, the museum has a collection of more than 7,500 instruments from more than 200 world countries and territories, reflecting the rich diversity and history of many world cultures. Come and see why music is the language of the soul at the Musical Instrument Museum.