Greater Phoenix Calendar of Events

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Art Show & Festival Celebrations Culinary Events Cultural Events Festivals & Fairs GLBT Events Holiday Celebrations Nightlife Performances Recreation & Adventure Seminars & Workshops Theaters Wine Tastings & Festivals MISC.

Art Show & Festival

Every Picture Tells A Story Admission:  $3-$10 Picture the deep blues and reds of ripe blueberries, strawberries and cherries. Or a lizard wriggling its way across the hot desert sand. Can you see the sunlight dancing across the water as a whale b... more information...

Home: Native People in the Southwest Admission:  $3-$10 Experience the Heard's most prized masterpieces, sweeping landscapes, poetry and personal recollections on an unforgettable journey through the Southwest and the vibrant arts and cultures of Native pe... more information...

Life in a Cold Place: Arctic Art from the Albrecht Collection June 26, 2008 - September 1, 2009 Admission:  $3-$10 Through a selection of prints, drawings and sculpture from the Albrecht Collection, this exhibition examines the ways that Inuit artists depict their lives and survival in the cold environment of the ... more information...

Remembering Our Indian School Days: The Boarding School Experience Admission:  $3-$10 A groundbreaking exhibition exploring the deep and lasting impact of boarding schools on American Indians, Remembering Our Indian School Days: The Boarding School Experience draws on first-person reco... more information...

Recent mixed media works by local artist Jay Hardin October 1, 2008 - October 31, 2009 Admission:  Free These exquisite fields of color and texture speak to Jay Hardin's intuitive processes of mark-making and subtractive re-working. His work will be on display for the entire month of October. more information...

The Rock Art Paintings of Hueco Tanks October 18, 2008 - September 1, 2009 An exhibition of 19 photographs by artist Clay Martin, the 1997 winner of the American Rock Art Research Association's Oliver Award. Martin's photo-essay aims to educate visitors about Hueco Tanks, a ... more information...

First Fridays Art Walk Admission:  Free First Fridays is a free monthly artwalk organized by Artlink, Inc., a volunteer-run non-profit arts organization. The event has grown into one of the largest artwalks in the nation. Roosevelt Row host... more information...

LIVE Glassblowing American Fine Art Editions, Inc. November 8, 2008 - October 23, 2009 Admission:  Free Experience the art of glassblowing LIVE as the master glassblower transforms the molten glass into phenomenal works of art. With the speed of a top professional athlete, the precision of a sk... more information...

Exhibit- Medievalism Fashion Romance with the Middle Ages February 21, 2009 - July 5, 2009 The Kelly Ellman Fashion Design Gallery and Orme Lewis Gallery Romantic ideas of chivalry and courtly magnificence from the Middle Ages have inspired the use of medieval silhouettes and detai... more information...

Free Poker Mondays with the Dream Dealers Admission:  Free Grab some friends and come play some poker for Suns Tickets, Spring Training Tickets, gift cards, autographed memorabilia, or enties into other events. Every person with chips at the end of... more information...

First Saturdays on the Plaza March 7, 2009 - March 6, 2010 Admission:  FREE more information...

La Case Murillo March 24, 2009 - September 30, 2009 Admission:  $3.00 - $10.00 A Life-Size Shadow Box more information...

Viral Video and The New Media March 29, 2009 - July 5, 2009 Comedian writer/filmmakers Greg Benson and Kim Evey have turned their irreverent and politically incorrect mini-episodes into some of the internet’s most popular films. From the spoof Japanese kid’s s... more information...

10th Annual Summer Family Exhibition and Family Fun Day May 16, 2009 - August 30, 2009 The ASU Art Museum presents the annual summer exhibition for visitors of all ages and families looking for free educational and fun outings during the hot summer months. For ten years, summer ... more information...

Celebrating Art of the West Valley IV May 22, 2009 - September 6, 2009 Admission:  $7,adults, $2, students: free, kids 5 & under. West Valley artists living west of I-17 more information...

First Saturdays for Families June 6, 2009 - December 26, 2009 Admission:  Free First Saturdays for Families is a new, free event for kids 4-12 and their families. On the first Saturday of each month, come explore the museum. We'll have a different artist picked out for each sess... more information...

Celebrations

"A Star Spangled Shoot Out!" July 4, 2009 Celebrate your independence this July 4th western style with us right here at Rawhide! If it's a party yer lookin' for, we've got you covered with cowboys, gunfights, food, fun, family and fireworks! ... more information...

21st Annual Fiesta of Independence Naturalization Ceremony July 4, 2009 More than 360 people from more than 60 countries will participate in a special U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Naturalization Ceremony July 4th at South Mountain Community College. The cerem... more information...

4th of July 7-UP Fireworks Spectacular July 4, 2009 Admission:  Free; $5 on-site parking Featuring live music (Neon Factor & Full Impace), free kids' carnival, bike parade, classic cars, food and beverage vendors, 35-foot water slide, rock-climbing wall, dunk tank and assorted water games... more information...

4th of July Celebration July 4, 2009 Admission:  Free admission Enjoy an F-16 flyover, good food, a DJ, music and a great fireworks extravaganza. more information...

4th of July Grand Ol' Fashioned Picnic July 4, 2009 Free Family event. games, crafts and more. Watermelon and pie eating contests. Stadium tours. Hot dogs will be provided. more information...

All American Festival July 4, 2009 Admission:  $5.00 for ages 13 and over. Under 13 free. Fireworks, games, carnival rides and kids zone. more information...

Chandler 4th of July 7UP Fireworks Spectacular July 4, 2009 Admission:  Free admission. Parking $5.00 Free kids carnival, dunk tank, 35" water slide, water balloon wars, 24" rock climb wall and assorted games and live stage music. more information...

Fourth of July Celebration July 4, 2009 Tickets are required, but are free with a donation of canned food. Pick them up in advance at Surprise Stadium. Fireworks more information...

Freedom Wireless Fabulous Phoenix Fourth July 4, 2009 Admission:  Free The city of Phoenix is proud to bring you this fabulous event for the 24rd straight year on Friday, July 4 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Steele Indian School Park. Entertainment begins at 7 p.m. This... more information...

Goodyear’s 4th Annual “Star Spangled 4th” July 4, 2009 Admission:  Free admission Join us for great live music from headliner, Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns, with special guests Capt’n Henry & the Rum Runners. Food and beverages will be plentiful throughou... more information...

July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival July 4, 2009 Admission:  Kids 12 & under free. Adults $8 Fireworks Spectacular Fireworks and music more information...

Mountain Park Ranch Children's Parade July 4, 2009 Admission:  Free The celebration parade, hosted by the Mountain Park Ranch Community, begins at Foothills Baptist Church and will follow Thunderhill east to the park near Ray Road. The Phoenix Fire Department will be ... more information...

Star Spangled 4th July 4, 2009 Admission:  Free admission. Fireworks and live music. more information...

Culinary Events

Downtown Phoenix Public Market Admission:  Free Event Date: Every Saturday of Each Month. Experience the best in Arizona agriculture, cooking and creativity as vendors from across the state will offer fresh flowers, fruits & vegetables... more information...

Latin Rhythms at the Kokopelli Winery July 18, 2008 - July 20, 2009 Admission:  $7 tasting Enjoy Latin Music, Latin Foods and unique Latin Drinks, made with wine! Salsa dance competition Saturday at 7:30 pm. Live music all weekend. more information...

Friday Night Franks Admission:  Free A New and Exciting Place to Hang Out on Friday Nights! Relax under the stars. Snuggle with your loved ones around the campfire. Enjoy a beverage or margarita with friends. Have a wiener roast... more information...

Cultural Events

The Yavapai Experience at Fort McDowell Adventures Sit around a campfire and enjoy stories about ancient culture, history and the Yavapai heritage first hand from tribal members. Become immersed in a wealth of history and culture of their p... more information...

Festivals & Fairs

Downtown Phoenix Public Market Admission:  Free Event Date: Every Saturday of Each Month. Experience the best in Arizona agriculture, cooking and creativity as vendors from across the state will offer fresh flowers, fruits & vegetables... more information...

GLBT Events

First Fridays Art Walk Admission:  Free! First Fridays is a free monthly artwalk organized by Artlink, Inc., a volunteer-run non-profit arts organization. The event has grown into one of the largest artwalks in the nation. Roosevelt Row host... more information...

Desert Valley Social Square Dance Club November 9, 2008 - November 8, 2009 The Desert Valley Squares, Ltd., is Arizona's Premiere Gay and Lesbian Social Squaredance Club. Founded in 1985 by Ted Oakes, MD, and a handful of others, the club now numbers about 30 dancers. We hav... more information...

Holiday Celebrations

Outlets at Anthem's Fourth of July Weekend Events July 3, 2009 - July 5, 2010 Admission:  Free Independence Day weekend shopping events with sales, discounts and prizes as well as an appearance by Outlet Shopping Gal Allison Friedrichs are planned for July 3-5 at Outlets at Anthem. An ... more information...

Old Fashioned 4th of July Spectacular July 4, 2009 Admission:  $30 for adults; $20 for children 3-12 Celebrate at the Rockin’ R Ranch with an all-you-can-eat BBQ beef or chicken dinner, a patriotic show by the work-famous Rockin’ R Wranglers, and an amazing fireworks display. Free watermelon, gold pa... more information...

Nightlife

Pere Lachaise April 17, 2009 - December 26, 2009 Admission:  free Pere Lachaise embodies the hedonistic and decadent rock and roll spirit of its namesake, the legendary Paris cemetery. The gothic décor, live entertainment, and flowing Absinthe, boutique champagne, a... more information...

WHERE CAN YOU COOL OFF IN THE DESERT? May 28, 2009 - September 3, 2009 Grab your entourage and head over to the newest desert hot spot, W Scottsdale, every Thursday for some mixing and mingling while DJ Circle mixes a live, eclectic and contemporary music set. more information...

Swing Every Tuesday Night June 23, 2009 - December 29, 2009 Admission:  $7 Fahrenheit is an upscale club in North Scottsdale with over 3000 square feet of dance floor and great drink specials! Join us every Tuesday night for a Balboa lesson at 6:00pm, a Swing dance lesson wi... more information...

Happy Hour and Late Night Domestic Pints $3.50 Crafts/Import Pints $4.00 Goblets $4.25 Wells $4.25 House Martinis $5.75 Wine by the Glass $2.00 off Sliders, Classic or Bearnaise $6.25 Select Half-Priced Appetizers more information...

Performances

Divine Performing Arts 2009 World Tour March 27, 2009 - March 26, 2010 Admission:  $39 - $159 Step into a world of beauty, majesty, and enchantment. Divine Performing Arts brings a breathtaking performance of classical Chinese dance and music to ASU Gammage March 27th and 28th. Tickets at Phoe... more information...

June Free Concert Series May 3, 2009 - July 5, 2009 Admission:  Free May 3, Instant Classic - Rock and Pop. May 10, The Hamptons - Early rock & roll today's hits. May 17, Take it to the Limit - Eagles Tribute May 24, Mogollon - High Energy Country May ... more information...

"Party after ArtWalk" featuring Jazz on thursday May 19, 2009 - July 9, 2009 Admission:  Free damission Thursday, May 21, 7 to 11pm Grant Ferguson Fusion – jazz rocks out behind this lead guitar virtuoso Thursday, May 28, 7 to 11pm Bonedaddy…the Duo – great mix of jazz & pop instrumentals fe... more information...

Summer Band Concerts June 4, 2009 - July 24, 2009 Summer Band Concerts Historic Downtown Glendale 8 p.m. Thursday Evenings, June 4-July 23 Enjoy renditions of marches, ballads and show tunes 8 p.m., Thursday evenings, June 4 thru July 23... more information...

Summer Concert Series June 13, 2009 - July 25, 2009 Admission:  Free admission June 13 - Apple - A tribute to the Beatles. June 20 - Raun Alosi Band - Classic & Modern Rock June 27 - The Hamptons - Variety band July 11 - Young Country July 18 - The... more information...

Summer Concert Series June 13, 2009 - July 25, 2009 Admission:  Free admission June 13: Cold Shott & The Hurricane Horns - Jazz, rock, Blues. June 20: Rave - variety hits. June 27: Grove Merchants - variety with Hot Horn Section. July 11: Instant Classic - variety C... more information...

Summer Serenade Sounds June 17, 2009 - July 22, 2009 Admission:  $9 adults, $7 members, $2, 18 and under June 17 - Wednesday 7 pm Vicki McDermitt and Judy Roberts Two sassy sweets whose voices make any note turn to sugar June 24 - Wednesday 7 pm Mark DeCozio Trio DeCozio’s mu... more information...

Chaos Comedy Improv Admission:  $12 Chaos Comedy Is the #1 Improv Troupe in Phoenix Arizona. Every show is brand new and totally improvised. The audience will have chances to go up on stage and we guarantee laughter every time. more information...

Living With Lions w/ The Swellers July 4, 2009 Admission:  $8 Vancouver, BC's Living With Lions join The Swellers of Flint, MI for a night of hardcore and punk at Phix Gallery. more information...

Recreation & Adventure

Giant Snake Show Admission:  Free w Adm Wrap-up with the world's largest species of snakes: Anacondas, Pythons and Boas! With the help of a Park Caretaker, you'll be allowed to touch, pet and even hold some of these wild, slithering reptile... more information...

Mortal Kombat Vs Dc Universe Fight Night February 2, 2009 - February 1, 2010 Admission:  Free Come take the virtual fighting challenge of the New Year with Gamers Combat Zone’s "Monday Night Fight Night" at the Library Bar and Grill on Mill Avenue, Tempe.. We will be hosting a Mortal ... more information...

Ride the Trails of the Wild Mustangs Admission:  $75.00 pp Enjoy a peaceful and scenic ride through the land of the Yavapai and the ever-flowing Verde River guided by a Yavapai tribal member. Before you mount one of our majestic steeds and after your return y... more information...

Birds in the Garden May 11, 2009 - August 31, 2009 Admission:  $15 Join expert birders for a morning bird walk along the Garden trails. Everyone is welcome, including first-time birders. Wear a hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes, and bring binoculars if available. more information...

Starry Safari June 5, 2009 - August 8, 2009 Admission:  $5 for all ages and $4 for Phoenix Zoo members Cool summer night fun for the entire family – giant inflatable's, water play, toddler free play area and animal presentations. Something for everyone - test your climbing skills on the rock wall or ta... more information...

Seminars & Workshops

Real Estate Investing for beginers February 5, 2009 - February 4, 2010 Admission:  FREE Come learn how begining investors are finding an opportunity to work with local experienced investors in the area and are earning money in real estate while learning the ropes. Please RSVP a... more information...

CASHFLOW/BRIEFING Admission:  free Learn the business principles that will bring you more money, more time, more freedom! Join a group of 40 to 60 other players and learn how to raise your financial I.Q. quickly & e... more information...

Introduction to Tai Chi April 5, 2009 - April 4, 2010 Admission:  FREE Learn how to achieve mindfulness, harmonize the Yin and Yang of the body, unify your mental and physical, and much, much more! more information...

Friday Night Drum Class by Arizona Drum and Dance May 29, 2009 - September 18, 2009 Admission:  $12 Open to the public; everyone is invited. If you have no drum let us know, we have extras. Although we recommend that you get your own Djembe once you are committed to keep learning and practicing... more information...

The Power of Hypnosis- Pain Relief June 15, 2009 - June 25, 2010 Admission:  $35.00 more information...

CampMillionaire for Kids! June 22, 2009 - June 22, 2010 Admission:  $279.00 This unique financial literacy camp uses accelerated teaching techniques, games, activities and more to introduce basic financial literacy concepts and wealth creation principles to kids in a playful ... more information...

Theaters

Wait Until Dark May 1, 2009 - July 5, 2009 Admission:  Tickets are $22 in advance. $25 day of show Actor's Cafe Productions. Don’t miss eerie, spine-tingling drama. more information...

Trust Me, I'm a Doctor May 26, 2009 - August 16, 2009 Admission:  $39.95 more information...

Bye Bye Birdie June 5, 2009 - July 19, 2009 more information...

Peter Pan II: Peter Pan and the Pirates at the Mermaids' Lagoon June 17, 2009 - July 5, 2009 Admission:  $6 for children age 2 & up. $8 for adults. Part 2 of our Peter Pan trilogy. In this thrilling episode Tiger Lilly is captured by the pirates and a furious battle between the Lost Boys and the pirates ensues! Ages K and up more information...

Disney's The Jungle Book, Jr. June 19, 2009 - July 31, 2009 Join Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and the gang as they swing their way through madcap adventures! more information...

Wicked: A New Musical July 1, 2009 - July 26, 2009 The untold story of the Witches of Oz. more information...

Wine Tastings & Festivals

Castello Banfi March 27, 2009 - March 28, 2010 Admission:  85.00 Tuscan Grace' wine dinner 6:30 begins with chef passed hors d'oeuvres and 4-course dinner with wine pairing. 85.00 per person tax and gratuity not included*** more information...

MISC.

Outlets at Anthem's Free Kids Play Wednesdays October 1, 2008 - September 30, 2009 Admission:  Free FREE KIDS PLAY WEDNESDAYS OFFERED AT OUTLETS AT ANTHEM Kids Play, a free and interactive program for children and their parents is held at 10 a.m. Wednesdays at Outlets at Anthem. A... more information...

“Play Ball” January 10, 2009 - January 10, 2010 Play Ball To Open With Games, Autographs and Cool Stuff! The 2009 baseball season opens with a bang next January 10th at the Mesa Historical Museum. Plans for Opening Day at the museum’s... more information...

Tempe 12 Winter Pool Party and Open Casting Call February 28, 2009 - February 25, 2010 Admission:  $15-$25 Over 8,000 girls applied to be in the calendar this year and while many would be considered 10's, only a select few can call themselves 12's. A 12 is an educated, driven and down-to-earth college girl... more information...

Play Ball March 24, 2009 - December 31, 2009 Admission:  Museum admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, and $3 for children. The Cactus League Experience more information...

"Favorite Monster" Exhibit May 26, 2009 - September 27, 2009 Admission:  $5.50 for childern & adults. Family fun for kids and adults. The exhibit has hands-on activities such as a neon darkroom that fetures colorful ghosts, goblin & furry glow-in-the-dark puppets. more information...

Logo Castle Adventure May 28, 2009 - September 7, 2009 Admission:  Free with Science Center Admission. $12 adults: $10 ages 3-17 and Seniors Builders of all ages can explore & play in this interactive exhibit focused on castles. Younger kids are encouraged to dress in costume & joust on "horseback." more information...

Heritage Saturdays June 6, 2009 - August 1, 2009 Admission:  Free admission Make and take vintage crafts. First Saturday of every month. more information...

My Artsy Pet June 16, 2009 - September 6, 2009 May 22 through September 6 Opening three weeks early due to cancellation of another show, the community photo contest at West Valley Art Museum is showing a variety of pet pictures taken b... more information...

Police “Comfort Bear” toy drive to help children involved in tragedies June 25, 2009 - July 26, 2009 Admission:  donation Arizona Highway Patrol Association (AHPA) leads off their yearly “Comfort Bear” toy drive June 25th through July 26th to help console kids impacted by tragedy. AHPA is urging those willing to help b... more information...

Independents Week June 29, 2009 - July 5, 2009 Admission:  Free Save 20% at participating businesses during Local First Arizona's Independents Week. Catch dinner & a movie, all in the same place, at Farrelli's Supper Club. Update your summer reading list with a b... more information...

Splish Splash July 1, 2009 - August 30, 2009 Admission:  Free admission Bring the kids to downtown's newest park for some free water fun. The Civic Space Park splash pad (think: water shooting out the ground) runs from 5 pm - 9 pm. When the lure of the water wears off, ... more information...

Lucky Duck Promotion July 4, 2009 Admission:  Free Play on your favorite machine, Drawings will be held every ½ hour. Winners will be given $74 and a duck that has a symbol on the bottom, match the symbol with another duck in the pond and... more information...

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