January 9-11, 2026

Find out what's happening this weekend in Phoenix. You can see some live music, see the most current art exhibitions and more. Find more fun things to do this weekend on our event calendar. Check out our major annual events in 2026 here. 

We've also rounded up holiday events and things to do in Phoenix this winter. Discover all the top events happening in January 2026 here. 

 

Maricopa County Home & Garden Show

Friday through Sunday

Arizona’s premier home and garden event is back! The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show is the state’s largest and longest-running expo of its kind, offering something for everyone in the family.

Browse over 1,000 vendor booths showcasing the latest in home improvement, remodeling, interior design, décor, landscaping, outdoor living, flooring, turf, pools, furniture, and more. This is your one-stop shop to compare, save, and get inspired for your next home project.

Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum

 

8 Seconds Saturdays Rodeo

Saturday

Welcome to the Buck-N Rodeo Grounds' 8 Second Saturday Rodeo series! This thrilling showdeo is jam packed with mutton bustin', calf riding, steer riding, and bull riding, as well as family-friendly yard games, inflatables, food trucks, bars, giveaways, live music, and so much more! 

Rawhide Western Town

 

The Book of Mormon

Friday through Sunday

The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation.

ASU Gammage

 

Free Things to Do

Friday through Sunday

Many of the events featured on our blog are free, but if you're looking for more options, check out our Free and Cheap in Phoenix Guide.

Greater Phoenix

 

 

Family-Friendly Activities This Weekend

Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Phoenix—from interactive museums to outdoor adventures and kid-friendly eats. 

 

Family Fun Days at The Square

Saturday

Stop by for free, drop-in family activities one Saturday a month at the Square!

Join us at the Visitor Center for fun activities, a themed craft, and then stick around for a game or two of croquet on the lawn. We’ll see you there!

The Square PHX

 

 

Things to Do Outdoors This Weekend

The Sonoran Desert is one of the most vibrant and unique deserts in the world. Learn about things to do in the desert in Greater Phoenix, including sites, views, hikes and more. 

 

Stargazing at ADERO Scottsdale Resort

Friday

Local astronomers, "The Star Dudes" will be on-hand to assist and educate guests about our solar system and navigate the night sky from ADERO to spot some of the major constellations and visible deep-sky objects with special binoculars and telescopes. Read Visit Phoenix's Stargazing blog to find more spots to explore in Phoenix.

ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection

 

Sports This Weekend

Phoenix is a premier sports destination, and our local and national teams are bringing the heat. Here’s who you can cheer on this weekend:

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Concerts & Performances This Weekend

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

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Art Exhibits This Weekend

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 weekend:

 

Funny Business: Photography and Humor

Through January 24, 2026

Funny Business: Photography and Humor explores how artists have used visual humor to entertain, challenge norms, and offer resistance or relief from the weight of the world. Featuring 70 works from the Center for Creative Photography at the University of Arizona, the exhibition includes artists such as Liz Cohen, Steffi Faircloth, Jeff Mermelstein, Bucky Miller, and Reynier Leyva Novo.

Phoenix Art Museum

 

POMPEII: THE EXHIBITION

Through April 12, 2026

POMPEII: THE EXHIBITION finishes its North American tour at the Arizona Science Center, located in Phoenix, AZ. The exhibition examines the lives of residents of Pompeii before and after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius on August 24th, 79 A.D. Over 150 artifacts on loan from the collections of the Naples National Archaeological Museum in Italy and the Archaeological Park of Pompeii will be displayed, for a limited time.

Arizona Science Center

 

Desert Pulse

Through May 31, 2026

Thousands of stunning images. Five monumental video installations. One transformative experience. FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit by ScanLAB Projects, invites visitors into the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert. Through photography, LiDAR scanning, motion and sound, it reveals new ways of seeing and deepens appreciation for our vibrant ecosystem.

Desert Botanical Garden

 

The Magical Flute: Beauty, Enchantment, and Power.

Through September 13, 2026

Experience the enduring impact of the world’s first wind instrument in The Magical Flute: Beauty, Enchantment, and Power. Explore more than 100 remarkable flutes from the dawn of music to the present day and celebrate the resounding influence of the flute on cultures from around the world. Discover how people across history have used flutes of all forms, shapes, sizes, and materials to express the rich human experience.

Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)

 

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