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Things to Do in July in Phoenix

Find out what's happening in July 2025 in Phoenix. You can see live music, the most current art exhibitions, and more. Find more things to do this weekend on our event calendar. 

Find more things to do this weekend on our event calendar. We've also rounded up summer events and things to do in Phoenix this summer. Discover all the top annual happening in Phoenix in 2025 here.

Events in Phoenix

There’s always something happening in Phoenix, from food festivals and art shows to major sporting events and live music. No matter when you visit, you’ll find exciting ways to experience the city. Check out our full event calendar to see what’s coming up!

• ALL MONTH: Splash After Dark at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
• ALL MONTH: Foam Zone at Children's Museum of Phoenix
• ALL MONTH: Wild West Summer at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
• Throughout July 13: Into the Woods at The Phoenix Theatre Company
• July 4: Sunset Swim-In Cinema at Andaz Scottsdale
• July 5: The Stompdown at Mullett Arena
• July 5: Buy Black Marketplace at The Archwood at Eastlake
• July 5: Full-ish Moon Series at Yak N Sup
• July 11-13: The Maricopa County Home & Landscape Show at State Farm Stadium
• July 12: Vegan Social at Second Street & Roosevelt
• July 17: Game Night at The Pemberton
• July 18-19: Sip + Shop Summer Market Series at Hotel Valley Ho
• July 19: Summer Sips + Dips Pool Party at Crowne Plaza Phoenix-Chandler
• July 22 - August 3: Moulin Rouge at ASU Gammage 
• July 23-24: Starlight Screenings at Lucero Rooftop at Omni Tempe
• July 27: Sip & Splash: Poolside Cocktail Competition at Andaz Scottsdale
• July 30: Passport Wine Dinner Series at Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen
• July 31: Sip Into Summer: Wine Series at Museum of Illusions Scottsdale

Independence Day Events

When it comes to the 4th of July, everyone has their own way of celebrating America’s birthday. Whether you're into fireworks, festivals, patriotic parades, or a good old-fashioned BBQ, we’ve got you covered with the best things to do in Phoenix this Independence Day. Check out our 4th of July blog for all the red, white, and blue festivities! 

• July 3-6: Fourth of July Freedom Fest at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
• July 3-6: July 4th Weekend at Royal Palms
• July 3: Light Up the Sky Fireworks Event at American Family Fields of Phoenix
• July 4-5: 4th of July at Andaz Scottsdale
• July 4: 4th of July at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale
• July 4: 4th of July at Pedal Haus Downtown
• July 4: 4th of July Celebration at WestWorld of Scottsdale
• July 4: 4th of July Family Day at Dave & Buster's Desert Ridge
• July 4-6: A Festive Fourth at Hotel Valley Ho
• July 4: Annual 4th of July Parade and Celebration at Royal Palm Park
• July 4: Peoria's All-American Festival at Peoria Sports Complex
• July 4: Fabulous Phoenix 4th at Steele Indian School Park
• July 4: Fourth of July at The Fountain Hills Fountain
• July 4-7: Fourth of July Weekend at The Wigwam
• July 4-6: Frat Boys on the 4th at Moxy Phoenix Downtown
• July 4: Ignite July 4th Nightswim and Fireworks Show at W Scottsdale
• July 4: Light Up the Sky at Phoenix Raceway
• July 4: July 4th Concert at Melinda's Alley
• July 4: Cleopatra's Beach Club Pool Party at Caesars Republic Scottsdale
• July 4-6: Red, White & Biltmore at Arizona Biltmore
• July 4: Red, White & Rooftop at Skysill Rooftop Lounge at Westin Tempe
• July 4: Rooftop 4th of July at Don Woods' Say When
• July 4-6: 4th of July Weekend in Paradise (Valley) at Mountain Shadows
• July 4: Stars, Sips & Sun at The Camby
• July 4: Tempe 4th of July Celebration at Tempe Diablo Stadium

Concerts and Performances This Month

Shows are taking place more often now, including theatre performances, comedy shows and concerts. Here's who you can see perform this month:

• July 3: The Driver Era at Arizona Financial Theatre 
• July 6: Kesha at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
• July 6: Esteban at Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
• July 9: KMLE Koozie Concert with Sam Hunt at Gila River – Wild Horse Pass
• July 10: Brit Floyd at Arizona Financial Theatre 
• July 11: Alison Krauss & Union Station at Arizona Financial Theatre 
• July 12: Katy Perry at PHX Arena
• July 13: Goo Goo Dolls & Dashboard Confessional at Arizona Financial Theatre 
• July 13: Santa Fe Klan & Shoreline Mafia at Desert Diamond Arena
• July 18: Happy Together Tour at Talking Stick Resort
• July 18-19: Morgan Wallen at State Farm Stadium
• July 19: Ado at PHX Arena
• July 19: Two Friends at Gila River – Wild Horse Pass
• July 19: Jorge Medina & Josi Cuen at Desert Diamond Arena
• July 20: Tyler Henry at Talking Stick Resort
• July 23: BABYMETAL at Arizona Financial Theatre
• July 25: Disney Descendants/Zombies at PHX Arena
• July 25: Palomazo Norteño at Arizona Financial Theatre 
• July 26: VOLBEAT at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
• July 26: Fitz and the Tantrums at Talking Stick Resort
• July 27: Jessie Murph at Arizona Financial Theatre 
• July 31: Jessie Reyez at Arizona Financial Theatre 
• July 31: Phil Wickham & Brandon Lake at PHX Arena

Sports Events in July

From championship games to spring training and everything in between, Phoenix is a year-round destination for sports fans. Catch the action across baseball, basketball, football, golf, racing, and more. Check out our sports event calendar to see upcoming games, matches, and tournaments!

• July 1-2: D-backs vs. Giants at Chase Field
• July 4: Rising FC vs. Lexington FC at Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium
• July 4: Desert Dreams FC vs. PHX Heat FC at Peoria Sports Complex
• July 4-6: D-backs vs. Royals at Chase Field
• July 5: APFC 18 Arizona Fight Night at Gila River – Wild Horse Pass 
• July 7: Mercury vs. Wings at PHX Arena 
• July 9: Mercury vs. Lynx at PHX Arena 
• July 12: Rattlers vs. Strike Force at Desert Diamond Arena
• July 12: Desert Dreams FC vs. Arizona Desert Surf at Peoria Sports Complex
• July 18-20: D-backs vs. Cardinals at Chase Field
• July 21-23: D-backs vs. Astros at Chase Field
• July 23: Mercury vs. Dream: Originativ Night at PHX Arena 
• July 26: Native American Basketball Invitational at PHX Arena 

Art Exhibits in July 2025

Phoenix is home to the largest art museum in the southwestern United States. Ignite your mind with the creativity and inspiration you will find at our local cultural institutions. Here's the art exhibits you can see this month: 

Phoenix Art Museum:

• Richard Avedon: Among Creatives
• Widening the Lens: Photography, Ecology, and the Contemporary Landscape 
• The Collection: Keith Haring 
• Charles Gaines: Numbers and Trees (Arizona Series)
• Chardi Kala: Rising Above Adversity
• The Collection: Art of Asia
• The Collection: European and Latin American Art
• The Collection: Thorne Miniature Rooms
• Along with other ongoing installations/exhibitions

Heard Museum:

• Storyteller: The Photography of Jerry Jacka 
• Hoop Dance!
• Bob Haozous: A Retrospective View
• Heart of the Community: Baskets from the Basha Family Collection of American Indian Art
• Adorned with Memory: Jewelry from the Basha Family Collection of American Indian Art 
• Harry Fonseca: Transformations
• Along with other ongoing installations/exhibitions

Desert Botanical Garden:

• The Leaf Connection
• Orchid Fever
• Toward 2050

Other Museums:

• Dusty Trails: Paintings of the Butterfield Overland Trail at AZ Heritage Center at Papago Park
• The Power of Poison: Another Killer Exhibition at Arizona Science Center
• Stradivarius and the Golden Age of Violins and Guitars Exhibit at Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
• José Villalobos: Rough Rider at ASU Art Museum
• Spiraling, Twisting, Unraveling: Explorations in Pattern and Form at ASU Art Museum
• Mask Alive Art Collection Gallery at Arizona Center