What to do in Phoenix

Phoenix Buzzing with Exciting Weekend Events Across Arts, Music, and Family Activities


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Listeners, get ready for an unforgettable weekend in Phoenix! If you’re looking for exciting events from today through Sunday, the Valley is buzzing with activities for every taste.

Today, step into wonder at the Renaissance Downtown Phoenix with the Up-Close Illusion Show. These world-class magicians, many straight from America’s Got Talent and Penn & Teller’s Fool Us, will have you laughing and gasping at magic performed just inches from your seat. Shows are intimate, high energy, and perfect for an epic date night or group adventure, according to Carnival of Illusion.

Art lovers should check out the Black Folk Photography Exhibit at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, running today and through the weekend. Deep dive into local culture and history through powerful images. If you crave live music, head over to The Nash this evening for Thursday Happy Hour featuring Delphine Cortez, Joel Robin, and friends, or swing by Afterglow’s tribute to Robben Ford and The Yellowjackets on Saturday.

Into fitness or social outings? The Valley Runners' Group Run and Social at Fate Brewing Company in Midtown Phoenix combines a fun group run with cold brews and camaraderie, all happening tonight—details are on AllEvents.

This weekend, family activities abound. The Arrowhead Farmers Market on Saturday is a great spot to snag local produce and sweet treats, while the Arizona Rattlers play at Desert Diamond Arena for fans of fast-paced indoor football. Phoenix With Kids lists even more activities tailored for families.

The Phoenix Theatre Company continues its run of Into the Woods, a unique twist on your favorite fairy tales, while art aficionados should not miss Mariana Castillo Deball’s The Flames Leave a Feathered Mark on the Clay Spider in the Chamber of Ash and Clay at 51 East 10th Street in nearby Tempe, as found on Visit Arizona.

Friday night marks the magical Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay at Warehouse215, where classic hits are reimagined by live musicians among hundreds of glowing candles. If you’re in the mood for more music, the weekend closes with the Totally Tubular Festival at Arizona Financial Theatre on Sunday, featuring a lineup sure to invoke 80s nostalgia according to Visit Phoenix.

Looking ahead, Phoenix is gearing up for Independence Day, so keep an eye out for firework displays and patriotic celebrations popping up around the city.

Whether you’re an art buff, foodie, music lover, sports fan, or family on the go, Phoenix has something special lined up for you. Thanks for tuning in—don’t forget to subscribe and stay in the loop for more local highlights. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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