Events in Greater Phoenix
Whether you’re planning a desert getaway months in advance or looking for something new to do this weekend, Phoenix has can’t-miss events to add to your itinerary, 365 days a year. Go beyond the usual sights with the city’s lineup of professional sports, live music, arts and culture, food festivals and community celebrations. Explore what’s happening around the city and find something that fits your interests, from a night at the ballpark to an art walk or a favorite local festival.
Events for Every Interest
On the hunt for the perfect art piece or memorable cultural experience? Phoenix’s arts-and-culture scene runs deep and diverse with renowned museums, a vibrant Roosevelt Row arts district and the monthly First Fridays Art Walk, where local galleries and artists gather to showcase the spirit of the city.
Are you a sports fanatic? Catch a game from the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, NBA’s Phoenix Suns or MLB’s Arizona Diamondbacks. Join the crowds for the PGA Tour’s highest-attended event, the WM Phoenix Open or head to Phoenix Raceway for one of NASCAR’s race weekends.
A live music junkie? Phoenix is home to concert venues ranging from 18,000-capacity arenas to intimate lounges and bar backrooms. Check out the full concert lineup heading to the Valley and snag your tickets.
Seasonal Events
Phoenix’s festival and event season is in full bloom each spring, thanks to the mild temperatures and clear skies. Enjoy the beautiful weather on the lawn at a spring training game or outdoor music festival, mingle at a cultural festival or taste the state’s finest during Arizona Restaurant Week.
Summer brings soaring temps, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do. It’s the perfect time to catch a Diamondbacks game at Chase Field, and the WNBA Mercury team offers nonstop action on the home court all summer long. Or head inside for Phoenix Fan Fusion, the Southwest’s biggest gathering of comic book, superhero, cosplay and anime enthusiasts.
Fall in Phoenix welcomes food festivals galore, including the Arizona Taco Festival and Four Peaks Oktoberfest, as well as the opening of the Arizona State Fair, family-friendly pumpkin patches and Dia De Los Muertos celebrations.
Phoenix enjoys highs in the 60s and 70s during winter, alternatively known as festival season, thanks to some of the area’s most popular events. Do some holiday shopping at one of the many art markets or take in festive light displays at the Phoenix Zoo’s ZooLights or Desert Botanical Garden’s Las Noches de Las Luminarias. The Phoenix Suns and Arizona Cardinals seasons are also in full swing.
Check out what’s happening today, this weekend, this week or this month and plan your perfect Phoenix getaway.
