Phoenix listeners, the Valley is bursting with summer excitement this weekend and through next week. If you're looking for live entertainment tonight, global rockers Volbeat headline Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre with special guests Halestorm and The Ghost Inside. Doors open at 7 p.m., and it's shaping up to be a high-octane concert you won't want to miss. For something more intimate, Cactus Jack's Bar & Grill hosts Soul Persuasion, starting at 9 p.m. Expect a night full of classic soul and R and B that will keep you dancing into the early morning.

If magic's your thing, the Up-Close Illusion Show at the Renaissance Downtown Phoenix is a unique treat, with top magicians performing just inches away from you for a truly interactive and laughter-filled experience. That event is a must for date nights or a special group outing, so grab tickets early if you want to be amazed.

Families will love Splash After Dark at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, running all week long with glowing poolside fun and live DJ sets under the city lights. Over at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, Foam Zone lets kids—and the young at heart—cool off, splash around, and create bubble memories all month.

Roosevelt Row continues to buzz with the Sidewalk Saturdays Artisan Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., where you can stroll and shop handcrafted goods, delicious treats, and local art in the heart of downtown. If you’re downtown in the evening, make time for the Starlight Screenings at Lucero Rooftop on July 23 and 24, a perfect spot to take in a film with Tempe’s skyline as your backdrop.

Theater lovers, Gammage Auditorium presents Moulin Rouge! The Musical, running now through August 3. This Tony-winning production brings Baz Luhrmann’s beloved film to theatrical heights with jaw-dropping sets, dazzling choreography, and epic pop melodies, so it’s a can’t-miss for fans of spectacle and romance.

For families, Camp Zoo at the Phoenix Zoo continues through August 1, offering up-close encounters with animals and hands-on STEAM activities perfect for summer adventurers. And anyone with creative kids should check out Camp Innovation at the Arizona Science Center, running through July 25th.

Don’t forget to cheer on the Arizona Rattlers whose games at Desert Diamond Arena are always action-packed. And coffee enthusiasts can tap into east Phoenix's growing craft scene—local shops like Cartel Coffee and Lola are perfect for a cool recharge between outings.

Stay cool, stay curious, and make the most of Phoenix’s vibrant summer. Thanks for tuning in and be sure to subscribe for more local adventures. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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