Holiday-dressed-up strollers, pumpkin-spiced everything, and crowds of families ready to hunt for the perfect, locally made gift. This holiday season, forgo the big-box retailers in favor of supporting local artisans – and have a whole lot of fun along the way. Merchantile Market, a new, FREE ADMISSION outdoor artisan marketplace featuring all things vintage, unique and … [More]
Arizona Center to Host a Variety of Holiday Events
Every year Arizona Center transforms into a holiday-themed experience and this year is no different. Starting this Sunday, Nov. 21st, and running through Mon. Jan. 3rd, Arizona Center will become every kid’s dream, Downtown Toy Town. In addition, the center will host a series of FREE events for the holidays including the Dickens Carolers Holiday Kick-Off Concert, Holiday Tree … [More]
12th Annual Festival of the Arts at Herberger Theater Center, Sat. Nov. 20
Celebrate the arts in our community! Featuring performances, dance, live music, hands-on activities for kids, vendor market, food, aerials, wine and beer tasting, and more! Tickets & Information Saturday, November 20, 2021 from 11:00am-6:00pm Herberger Theater Center 222 East Monroe Street Phoenix, Arizona 85004 602-252-8497 Parking Purchase your parking … [More]
Legendary Million Dollar Quartet Brings Holiday Cheer to The Phoenix Theatre Company
This holiday season, the four greatest rock n’ rollers in history are gathering at The Phoenix Theatre Company to give audiences an event to remember: the world premiere of Million Dollar Quartet Christmas. Great on their own but even better together, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley continue their story on stage Nov. 17, 2021, through Jan. 2, … [More]
World’s Biggest Bounce Park Is Opening This Weekend with $1 Tickets
The World’s Biggest Bounce Park is opening THIS weekend (Nov. 12) at Chandler Fashion Square through the popular experience of FunBox. FunBox is an insanely interactive, Instagrammable experience walk-through toy land for families and young adults. After great success in California, they are bringing the immersive experience to AZ in a larger-than-life bounce park … [More]
The 34th Edition of the APS Electric Light Parade Returns This Holiday Season
The lights and sounds of the APS Electric Light Parade are returning this holiday season! APS and the city of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department would like to invite you to join us for a night of community and celebration. Entrants will interpret the theme of “Peace on Earth," and are sure to … [More]
Opening Friday! Treasures: Legendary Musical Instruments
Witness pivotal moments in musical history exclusively at MIM MIM’s new special exhibition Treasures: Legendary Musical Instruments celebrates a variety of global musical beginnings, including one of the earliest surviving violins by Italian luthier Andrea Amati, a ceramic drum from China’s Neolithic period, and lyre fragments from the cradle of civilization in ancient … [More]
Ultimate Moviegoing Under the Stars at Harkins Moonlight Cinema
It’s an experience unlike any other at Harkins Moonlight Cinema, an open-air cinema concept on a rooftop next to Harkins Camelview at Fashion Square in Scottsdale. Guests can see out of this world upcoming movies such as Close Encounters of the Third Kind, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Office Space and Star Wars: A New Hope. Known for providing the Ultimate Moviegoing … [More]
Scottsdale International Film Festival, Nov 5 to 12
Founded in 2001, Scottsdale International Film Festival is an annual 10-day destination event that connects audiences with award-winning cinema from around the globe. During its 20-year history, the Festival has presented more than 700 films – ranging from major Academy Award winners to undiscovered indie gems – to more than 110,000 attendees. Whether film scholar or film … [More]
Valley Leadership: 5 Things to Know about Arizona
Valley Leadership’s Explore program will launch this spring, giving alumni a chance to get out of their community – and their comfort zone – to get to know the great diversity of the state and how our most pressing issues show up in rural, urban, suburban and Native communities. As we get ready to launch Explore, we’ve been busy digging up details about our great state and … [More]
Tempe History Museum Unveils Tempe 150 Exhibit
This year Tempe celebrates its sesquicentennial, or 150th birthday, and Tempe History Museum is unveiling a new exhibit to commemorate the occasion. The community is invited to the opening of Tempe 150 – Milestones this Wednesday, Nov. 3 at 6:30 p.m. The Tempe 150 exhibit showcases the city’s history through photographs, artifacts and documents. The diversity of Tempe’s … [More]
Largest Indoor Pickleball Facility in the Country Opening in Chandler
Pickleball Kingdom announced that it will be opening the first dedicated indoor pickleball facility in Arizona and the largest in the United States in the first quarter of 2022. “Chandler’s entrepreneurs are thriving and we are ecstatic over the announcement made by Mike Rodrigues that Pickleball Kingdom is opening in Chandler,” stated Mayor Kevin Hartke. “Sixteen … [More]
Tallest Christmas Tree in Arizona Arrives Nov. 4
For the 20th consecutive year, Outlets at Anthem will be home to Arizona’s tallest fresh-cut Christmas tree. Santa Claus himself will lead the flatbed truck carrying the tree into the North Phoenix shopping destination, Thursday, Nov. 4, at 6:30 a.m. If winds are calm, the tree will then be lifted into place at 7:45 a.m. via an industrial crane. This year, the selected white … [More]
5 Kayaking and Hiking Tours Ideal for Fall
Evolution Expeditions, the Colorado River’s best-in-class kayaking and hiking tour operator, announces five incredible tours ideal to enjoy during autumn’s perfect weather. From three-hour tours to full-day excursions, Evolution Expeditions offers unique adventures daily led by expert guides who educate guests about geological features, spectacular wildlife, hidden beaches, hot … [More]
Zillow Creates First-of-Its-Kind Interactive Virtual Haunted House
This Halloween, explore the darkest corners of Zillow's creepiest listing from the safety of your living room. The mansion at 667 Dead End Drive comes to life on an interactive 3D Home tour sure to frighten and delight those brave enough to enter this fictional house of horrors. Those brave souls then search for clues about the demise of its former owner, who still haunts the … [More]
New Online Public Art Map Is Now Available
The City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture’s new online Public Art Map is up and ready for self-guided tours. It features more than 200 major public art projects created throughout Phoenix by the city’s award-winning Public Art Program. Each point on the map contains a description highlighting key information about the artist and project. The works range from … [More]
Music, Laughter and the Unexpected at the Arizona Theater Company
What happens when a 20-something Broadway baby meets a Shakespeare- and Schubert-loving octogenarian? Much to their surprise, a friendship blossoms. A delightful award-winning musical about the magic that happens when we throw aside our fears and cross generational barriers. Based on the true story of Broadway performer Charissa Bertels, and winner of the Kleban award for … [More]
The Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary on October 23
The Captain of the Wales Polo Team calls it “the best polo event in the world.” The Arizona Republic has called the event “polo for the masses.” And they are right. Whether your goal is luxury, leisure, or somewhere in between, all feel welcome and have a role in creating America’s most-attended polo event. This year’s event promises to be a polo experience like never … [More]
