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Weekend events for Nov. 15-17

Nov 15, 2013, 5:00 AM | Updated: 5:00 am

PHOENIX — Looking for something to do this weekend in the Valley? The list below offers a few options.

Drake

The Billboard topper and double-platinum artist brings his tour to US Airways Center on Saturday. Tickets start at $45.

Chiles and Chocolate Festival

Enjoy both sweet and spicy all weekend at the Chiles and Chocolate Festival held at the Desert Botanical Gardens. Plenty of samples will be on-hand. Ticket prices vary.

Cedric the Entertainer

The former member of the “Original Kings of Comedy” is taking a break from “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” for a show at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino on Friday. Tickets start at $60.

“The Flying Dutchman”

Richard Wagner’s haunting pirate tale is presented in Broadway fashion at Symphony Hall this weekend. Tickets start at $25.

Goodguys 16th Southwest Nationals

Motorheads will descend on WestWorld in Scottsdale on Friday at Saturday for the Goodguys 16th Southwest Nationals, featuring more than 3,000 cars made before 1972. Tickets are $18 for adults, $6 for kids 7-12 and those 6 and under are free.

Discover India

Have you ever wanted to learn more about India, but were scared away by the ticket fares? Head to the Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza on Sunday for Discover India. Admission is free.

Woofstock

Grab your furry friend and head to Woofstock, a free dog-friendly event at Tumbleweed Park on Saturday. Vendors and adoption agencies will be present.

Moonlight Hike

Take a stroll through the Sonoran Desert to see the stars and listen for wildlife. Entry is $6 per vehicle and hiking attire is encouraged.

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