2026 in Greater Phoenix is shaping up to be one for the books, with an electrifying lineup of can’t-miss events that’ll have everyone marking their calendars. From world-class festivals and unforgettable concerts to cultural celebrations, sporting showdowns, and family-friendly experiences, there’s something exciting around every corner. Whether you’re a local looking for fresh ways to explore your city or a visitor planning the ultimate Arizona getaway, we’ve rounded up the standout happenings that’ll keep your calendar full and your energy high.
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January
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Duran Duran
Jan. 5
Duran Duran brings their iconic new wave sound to Mortgage Matchup Center on January 5, delivering a night of timeless hits and high-energy nostalgia.
The Book of Mormon
Jan. 6-11
The award-winning musical The Book of Mormon runs January 6–11 at ASU Gammage, blending sharp humor with unforgettable songs.
VRBO Fiesta Bowl
Jan. 8
The VRBO Fiesta Bowl lights up State Farm Stadium on January 8, showcasing elite college football on a national stage.
Festivin at Wrigley Mansion
Jan. 15-18
Festivin transforms Wrigley Mansion into a European-style winter wine festival from January 15–18.
Disney on Ice
Jan. 15-18
Disney on Ice skates into Mortgage Matchup Center from January 15–18, bringing beloved characters to life for the whole family.
Arizona Balloon Classic
Jan. 16-18
The Arizona Balloon Classic fills the skies over Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds from January 16–18 with colorful hot air balloons.
Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds
Rock N Roll Marathon Arizona
Jan. 17-18
The Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon Arizona takes over Tempe and Phoenix on January 17–18, combining live music with scenic race routes.
Arizona Concours d’Elegance
Jan. 18
The Arizona Concours d’Elegance showcases luxury and vintage automobiles at Scottsdale Civic Center on January 18.
Scottsdale Civic Center
Barrett-Jackson
Jan. 17-25
Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction rolls into WestWorld of Scottsdale from January 17–25 with world-famous collector cars.
WestWorld of Scottsdale
Anime Convention & Japanese Festival
Jan. 23-25
The Anime Convention & Japanese Festival brings pop culture and tradition together at Mesa Convention Center from January 23–25.
Scottsdale Book Festival
Jan. 24
The Scottsdale Book Festival celebrates literature and storytelling at Scottsdale Civic Center on January 24.
Scottsdale Civic Center
Parker McCollum
Jan. 24
Parker McCollum takes the stage at Desert Diamond Arena on January 24 with his chart-topping country hits.
Tempe Blooms
Jan. 24-25
Tempe Blooms transforms Downtown Tempe into a floral celebration on January 24–25.
A Beautiful Noise
Jan. 27 - Feb. 1
The Broadway hit A Beautiful Noise runs January 27–February 1 at ASU Gammage, telling the story of Neil Diamond’s legendary career.
TWICE
Jan. 28
K-pop sensation TWICE performs at Mortgage Matchup Center on January 28, delivering a global pop spectacle.
Katt Williams
Jan. 31
Comedian Katt Williams brings his sharp humor to Mortgage Matchup Center on January 31.
Parada del Sol Rodeo and Trail’s End Festival
Jan. 31
The Parada del Sol Rodeo and Trail’s End Festival celebrates Western heritage in Old Town Scottsdale on January 31.
Concert in the Coliseum: The Killers
Jan. 31
The Killers headline Concert in the Coliseum at TPC Scottsdale's iconic 16th hole on January 31 for a massive hometown-style show.
February
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Renaissance Festival
Feb. 1 - March 30
The Arizona Renaissance Festival transports visitors to another era in Gold Canyon from February 1–March 30.
Renaissance Fest Village
WM Phoenix Open
Feb. 3-8
The legendary WM Phoenix Open tees off at TPC Scottsdale from February 3–8.
Coors Light Birds Nest
Feb. 4-7
Coors Light Birds Nest brings nightly concerts to TPC Scottsdale from February 4–7.
Jurassic Quest
Feb. 6-8
Jurassic Quest roars into the Arizona State Fairgrounds from February 6–8 with life-sized dinosaurs.
Monster Energy AMA Supercross
Feb. 7
Monster Energy AMA Supercross races into State Farm Stadium on February 7.
TobyMac
Feb. 13
TobyMac performs an uplifting night of music at Mortgage Matchup Center on February 13.
Arizona Gay Rodeo
Feb. 13-15
The Arizona Gay Rodeo rides into Greater Phoenix from February 13–15, blending competition and inclusivity.
Corona Ranch and Rodeo Grounds
Heard Museum Hoop Dance World Championships
Feb. 14-15
The Heard Museum Hoop Dance World Championships take place February 14–15 at the Heard Museum. The annual event showcases more than 100 Indigenous dancers from diverse tribal backgrounds throughout North America while displaying their masterful skills to thousands of community members, families, and fans.
Lady Gaga
Feb. 14-15
Lady Gaga brings a spectacular live show to Desert Diamond Arena on February 14–15.
Willo Street Fair
Feb. 15
The Willo Street Fair fills the historic Willo neighborhood on February 15 with local art and music.
Willo Historic Neighborhood
CLUE
Feb. 17-22
The mystery classic CLUE runs February 17–22 at ASU Gammage.
Innings Festival
Feb. 20-21
Innings Festival combines baseball legends and live music at Tempe Beach Park on February 20–21.
Tempe Beach Park
Cactus League Spring Training
Feb. 20 - March 24
Cactus League Spring Training returns across the Valley from February 20–March 24. Greater Phoenix is home to ten stadiums and 15 MLB teams, with almost 200 games played across Greater Phoenix during each season.
Greater Phoenix Ballparks
Devour Culinary Classic
Feb. 21-22
The Devour Culinary Classic highlights top chefs at Desert Botanical Garden on February 21–22.
Arizona Matsuri: Festival of Japan
Feb. 21-22
Arizona Matsuri: Festival of Japan takes over Steele Indian School Park on February 21–22.
Steele Indian School Park
Majestic Mariposas
Feb. 27 - May 10
Majestic Mariposas blooms at Desert Botanical Garden from February 27–May 10.
Extra Innings Festival
Feb. 28 - March 1
Extra Innings Festival hits Tempe Beach Park on February 28–March 1.
Tempe Beach Park
March
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Cardi B
March 1
Cardi B brings chart-topping energy to Mortgage Matchup Center on March 1.
ARCA Mendards Series
March 5
The ARCA Menards Series races at Phoenix Raceway on March 5.
Nine Inch Nails
March 6
Nine Inch Nails delivers an industrial rock experience at Desert Diamond Arena on March 6.
M3F Music Festival
March 6-7
M3F Music Festival takes over Steele Indian School Park on March 6–7.
Steele Indian School Park
Camila
March 7
Camila performs at Mortgage Matchup Center on March 7.
High Street Arts Festival
March 7
The High Street Arts Festival activates High Street in North Phoenix on March 7.
High Street
GOVX 200 & Good Ranchers 250
March 7
The GOVX 200 & Good Ranchers 250 roar through Phoenix Raceway on March 7.
Heard Museum Indian Fair & Market
March 7-8
The beloved Heard Museum Indian Fair & Market returns March 7–8 at the Heard Museum.
Straight Talk Wireless 500
March 8
The Straight Talk Wireless 500 headlines NASCAR weekend at Phoenix Raceway on March 8.
Arizona Tennis Classic
March 9-15
The Arizona Tennis Classic serves up action at Phoenix Country Club from March 9–15.
Phoenix Country Club
Conan Gray
March 13
Conan Gray performs at Desert Diamond Arena on March 13.
Spring Tempe Festival of the Arts
March 13-15
The Spring Tempe Festival of the Arts fills Downtown Tempe from March 13–15.
Scottsdale Yoga Festival
March 14
The Scottsdale Yoga Festival finds balance at Scottsdale Civic Center on March 14.
Scottsdale Civic Center
Phoenix Rising FC Home Opener (USL)
March 14
Phoenix Rising FC opens the season at Phoenix Rising Stadium on March 14.
Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium
Ostrich Festival Weekend #1
March 14-16
Ostrich Festival Weekend #1 kicks off in Chandler from March 14–16.
Tumbleweed Park
SIX
March 17-22
Broadway’s SIX runs March 17–22 at ASU Gammage.
Scottsdale Ferrari Art Week
March 19-22
Scottsdale Ferrari Art Week merges luxury and art March 19–22 in North Scottsdale.
WestWorld of Scottsdale
MLB Spring Breakout Showcase
March 19-22
The MLB Spring Breakout Showcase debuts in Greater Phoenix from March 19–22.
Greater Phoenix Ballparks
Arizona Aloha Festival
March 21-22
The Arizona Aloha Festival brings island culture to Tempe Beach Park on March 21–22.
Tempe Beach Park
Luke Days Air Show
March 21-22
Luke Days Air Show soars over Luke Air Force Base on March 21–22.
Luke Air Force Base
Ostrich Festival Weekend #2
March 21-23
Ostrich Festival Weekend #2 continues the fun in Chandler from March 21–23.
Tumbleweed Park
LPGA Ford Championship
March 26-29
The LPGA Ford Championship tees off at Whirlwind Golf Club from March 26–29.
Whirlwind Golf Club
Banana Ball: Firefighters vs. Texas Tailgaters
March 28-29
Banana Ball returns to Camelback Ranch on March 28–29.
Salt River Fields
Rainbows Festival
March 28-29
The annual Rainbows Festival celebrates diversity at The Square PHX on March 28–29.
Arizona Diamondbacks Home Opener (MLB)
March 30
The Arizona Diamondbacks Home Opener takes place at Chase Field on March 30.
April
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Mariah the Scientist
April 1
Mariah the Scientist brings her soulful sound to Arizona Financial Theatre on April 1.
NCAA Women's Final Four
April 2-4
The NCAA Women’s Final Four tips off at Mortgage Matchup Center from April 2–4, bringing championship-level basketball to downtown Phoenix.
Maricopa County Fair
April 3-12
The Maricopa County Fair returns to Arizona State Fairgrounds from April 3–12 with rides, concerts, and classic fair food.
The Notebook
April 7-12
Broadway romance The Notebook runs April 7–12 at ASU Gammage.
Arizona Bike Week
April 8-12
Arizona Bike Week revs up WestWorld of Scottsdale from April 8–12 with concerts, rides, and motorcycle showcases.
WestWorld of Scottsdale
MercyMe
April 10
MercyMe performs an uplifting night of music at Desert Diamond Arena on April 10.
Country Thunder Music Festival
April 9-12
Country Thunder Music Festival takes over Florence from April 9–12, featuring top country artists and camping vibes.
Country Thunder Grounds - Florence
VIVA PHX
April 15-20
VIVA PHX lights up Downtown Phoenix from April 15–20 with live music, art, and local culture.
Reggae Rise Up Arizona
April 17-19
Reggae Rise Up Arizona brings island vibes to Tempe Beach Park from April 17–19.
Tempe Beach Park
Third Day
April 26
Third Day reunites on stage at Desert Diamond Arena on April 26 for a powerful night of hits.
Hell’s Kitchen
April 28 - May 3
Broadway favorite Hell’s Kitchen runs April 28–May 3 at ASU Gammage, inspired by the music of Alicia Keys.
Dancing with the Stars: Live
April 29-30
Dancing with the Stars: Live spins into Arizona Financial Theatre on April 29–30.
Florence + The Machine
May 9
Florence + The Machine headlines a dynamic live show at Desert Diamond Arena on May 9.
Spring Arizona Restaurant Week
May 15-24
Spring Arizona Restaurant Week serves up prix-fixe menus across the Valley from May 15–24.
Participating Restaurants
Demi Lovato
May 19
Demi Lovato performs at Desert Diamond Arena on May 19, delivering powerhouse vocals and pop anthems.
Phoenix Mercury Home Opener (WNBA)
Mid-May (TBD)
The Phoenix Mercury Home Opener tips off at Mortgage Matchup Center in mid-May (TBD), launching the WNBA season in Phoenix.
June
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602 Day
June 2
602 Day celebrates Phoenix pride across the city on June 2 with local deals and events.
Greater Phoenix
Alex Warren
June 5
Alex Warren performs at Mortgage Matchup Center on June 5, bringing viral hits to the live stage.
Phoenix Fan Fusion
June 5-7
Phoenix Fan Fusion fills Phoenix Convention Center from June 5–7 with pop culture, comics, and celebrity guests.
Rod Stewart
June 8
Rod Stewart brings his legendary catalog to Mortgage Matchup Center on June 8.
Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band
June 12
Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band perform at ASU Gammage on June 12.
Ed Sheeran
June 13
Ed Sheeran takes over State Farm Stadium on June 13 for a massive stadium show.
Louis Tomlinson
June 14
Louis Tomlinson performs at Mortgage Matchup Center on June 14.
Khalid
June 21
Khalid brings smooth pop and R&B vibes to Arizona Financial Theatre on June 21.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
June 24 - July 3
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast enchants audiences at ASU Gammage from June 24–July 3.
5 Seconds of Summer
June 26
5 Seconds of Summer rock Desert Diamond Arena on June 26.
July
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Evanescence
July 15
Evanescence delivers a powerful rock performance at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre on July 15.
Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Forrest Frank
July 18
Forrest Frank brings spiritual pop to Mortgage Matchup Center on July 18.
August
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2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships
Aug. 6-9
The 2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships flip into Mortgage Matchup Center from August 6–9.
Megan Moroney
Aug. 11
Megan Moroney performs at Desert Diamond Arena on August 11.
Meghan Trainor
Aug. 13
Meghan Trainor brings pop hits to Mortgage Matchup Center on August 13.
Train
Aug. 21
Train performs at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre on August 21.
September
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Arizona Cardinals Home Opener (NFL)
Early September (TBD)
The Arizona Cardinals Home Opener kicks off the NFL season at State Farm Stadium in early September (TBD).
Chicago & Styx
Sept. 1
Chicago & Styx co-headline a classic rock night at Mortgage Matchup Center on September 1.
Zach Bryan
Sept. 5
Zach Bryan performs at State Farm Stadium on September 5.
Rodeo Scottsdale
Sept. 5-7
Rodeo Scottsdale celebrates Western tradition in North Scottsdale from September 5–7.
WestWorld of Scottsdale
My Chemical Romance
Sept. 6
My Chemical Romance performs at Chase Field on September 6.
Goldrush Music Festival
Sept. 11-12
Goldrush Music Festival takes over Rawhide Western Town on September 11–12.
MANÁ
Sept. 12
MANÁ brings Latin rock energy to Mortgage Matchup Center on September 12.
Mötley Crüe
Sept. 16
Mötley Crüe storms the stage at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre on September 16.
October
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Jack Johnson
Oct. 6
Jack Johnson performs at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre on October 6.
Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
PBR Ridge Rider Days
Oct. 9-11
PBR Ridge Rider Days takes place at Desert Diamond Arena from October 9–11.
FORM Arcosanti
Oct. 9-11
FORM Arcosanti blends music, architecture, and art at Arcosanti from October 9–11.
Arcosanti
Phoenix Pride Festival
Mid-October (TBD)
The Phoenix Pride Festival celebrates love and inclusivity in mid-October (TBD) in Downtown Phoenix.
Steele Indian School Park
2026 NASCAR Playoff Weekend
Oct. 16-18
The 2026 NASCAR Playoff Weekend races into Phoenix Raceway from October 16–18.
Taco Fest
Oct. 17-18
Taco Fest fills Salt River Fields with flavor and fun on October 17–18.
Salt River Fields
Doja Cat
Oct. 29
Doja Cat brings high-energy pop to Mortgage Matchup Center on October 29.
Phoenix Suns Home Opener (NBA)
Late October (TBD)
The Phoenix Suns Home Opener tips off at Mortgage Matchup Center in late October (TBD).
November
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Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships
Early November (TBD)
The Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships return to WestWorld of Scottsdale in early November (TBD).
WestWorld of Scottsdale
Charles Schwab Cup Championship
Nov. 12-15
The Charles Schwab Cup Championship tees off at Phoenix Country Club from November 12–15.
Phoenix Country Club
December
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Fall Tempe Festival of the Arts
Dec. 4-6
The Fall Tempe Festival of the Arts wraps the year in Downtown Tempe from December 4–6.
Matt Rife
Dec. 26
Matt Rife brings stand-up comedy to Mortgage Matchup Center on December 26.
Rate Bowl
Late December (TBD)
The Rate Bowl closes out bowl season in late December (TBD).
Location TBA
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