Phoenix listeners, get ready for a sizzling lineup of events and unique experiences happening right here in the Valley this week and weekend. If you’re seeking something cool to do as the August heat rolls on, Phoenix doesn’t disappoint with special performances, splashy pool parties, food adventures, and more.

Today, start your day with a dash of magic at The Up-Close Illusion Show at the Renaissance Downtown Phoenix. Nationally acclaimed magicians, some you might have seen on America’s Got Talent and Penn and Teller’s Fool Us, will leave you astounded with high-energy, interactive performances just inches from your seat.

For sports enthusiasts, the Wheelchair Basketball Summer League tips off at Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center. It’s a perfect chance to experience the excitement and athleticism of wheelchair basketball, showing why inclusive sports are at the heart of the Phoenix community.

Art lovers can visit the Phoenix Art Museum for Object of the Month: Facing North, Looking West by Guanyu Xu, or head over to the Maricopa County Justice Museum and Learning Center for local history access all day long.

If you’re craving a different beat, the Power of Poison exhibit at the Arizona Science Center runs through August 24. You’ll dive into the mysterious world where science, history, and myth blend—ideal for curious minds of every age.

Foodies will want to jump into Arizona Chef’s Week running through August 10 at restaurants across the city, where top chefs serve up unforgettable tasting menus and creative new dishes. Check out Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort on Fridays for their hands-on Sushi Making Class, or spice up your Friday at Cocina Latina: Ceviche at Royal Palms Resort and Spa.

Looking for night-time fun? Fridays offer Sip and Spin at Eden Rooftop Bar or head to The Pemberton for a lively Karaoke Night on Sunday. For families, Saturdays mean pool party madness with events like Splash After Dark at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown and Splash Bash at the Tower Pool at The Wigwam, plus Dive-In Movies and free mini outdoor photoshoots around the city.

This weekend, car lovers and families can’t miss Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, featuring monster trucks, laser shows, and dance parties.

If sipping cocktails sounds more your speed, the PHOENIX Magazine Summer Cocktail Camp continues through August 17 with interactive sessions each Sunday, showcasing the best mixologists in town who can also teach you a trick or two to take home.

No matter your taste, Phoenix proves every week why it’s a top city for entertainment and adventure. Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe for more updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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