August 29-30

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 2025 here.

We've also rounded up summer events and things to do in Phoenix this summer. Discover all the top events happening in August 2025 here.

Things to Do Labor Day Weekend in Phoenix

Friday through Monday

While Phoenix’s sunny skies are here to stay, summer’s unofficial close arrives with the season’s final three-day weekend. Make the most of the holiday with our Visit Phoenix guide to top things to do.

Greater Phoenix

Arizona Black Rodeo

Friday and Saturday

Celebrate heritage, history, and hope this Labor Day Weekend at the Arizona Invitational Black Rodeo, August 29–30! Experience thrilling rodeo events, live music, a grand entry parade, and the rich tradition of Black cowboys, cowgirls, and entrepreneurs—all in a family-friendly atmosphere that’s educational, entertaining, and for everyone.

Tony Nelson Equestrian Center Equidome, WestWorld of Scottsdale

Flashlight Nights at Desert Botanical Garden

Saturday

Beat the heat and experience the magic of the Garden after dark. Wander through the Garden’s trails by flashlight, come face-to-face with fascinating desert creatures and soak in the enchanting nighttime vibes. Discover a whole new side of the Garden and make it a night to remember with family and friends.

Desert Botanical Garden

The Great Frontier Fireworks Show

Friday through Sunday

Guests can celebrate Labor Day Weekend with The Great Frontier Fireworks Show, lighting up the Arizona sky Friday through Sunday, with prime viewing from Lagoon Lawn or Sunset Beach at the Princess.

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

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.

Dive in Movies at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale

Sunday

Grab your floaties and settle into the shimmering Family Pool as the big screen comes alive with everyone's favorite family-friendly blockbusters. Complimentary popcorn adds the perfect movie theater touch to this uniquely Scottsdale experience that combines the luxury of resort living with the joy of outdoor entertainment.

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale

Foam Zone at the Children's Museum of Phoenix

Friday through Sunday

Bounce around in bubbles galore all summer long! With the Foam Zone outside AND three floors to explore inside, a cool day of play is guaranteed!

Children's Museum of Phoenix

Wild West Summer at the Princess

Friday and Saturday

This summer, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess becomes the ultimate Wild West playground for families. From May 22 to September 8, little cowboys and cowgirls can enjoy action-packed fun with kid-friendly favorites like Giddy Up and Go Kids Check-In, the Trailblazers Kids Club, twilight dive-in movies, catch-and-release fishing, family games, and a spectacular Saturday night fireworks show. Weekend resort guests get exclusive access to all the Wild West Summer adventures—plus five sparkling pools and endless ways to cool off, explore, and make lasting memories together.

The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

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:

Friday:

Club 90's Bad Bunny Night at The Van Buren
Kidz Bop at Arizona Financial Theatre
Lil Wayne at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Club Hi: A Night in Ibiza at Walter Studios
Fork n' Film: Ratatouille at Westin Tempe
It's a 2000's Party: Tempe at Marquee Theatre
Live Music at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale
Sip and Spin at Eden Rooftop Bar
Drunk Shakespeare at The Rose Theatre

Saturday:

Dog N Butterfly at Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Vee Quiva
Gerardo Coronel w/ Roberto Tapia at Celebrity Theatre
Rodney Carrington at Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass
Stan Society Presents: Reputation Tour at The Van Buren
Viva the Quebradita Tour at Arizona Financial Theatre
Aftershock & Relentless Beats presents Wooli at Rawhide Events Center
Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms at Talking Stick Resort
Experience India at Musical Instrument Museum
Live from 9500': Snowbowl's Music Series at Arizona Snowbowl Resort & Basecamp
Carnival of Illusion Presents World-Class Magic at Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Live Music at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale
Drunk Shakespeare at The Rose Theatre

Sunday:

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:

Saturday

Phoenix Mercury vs. New York Liberty (WNBA)
Sun Devil Football vs. Northern Arizona University (NCAA)
Phoenix Rising vs. El Paso Locomotive (USL)

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:

The Power of Poison: Another Killer Exhibition

Through August 24, 2025

Learn about the many plants and animals living deep in the Colombian forest that use poison as a vital tool for defense and survival. Discover how studying poison’s effects on human cells can help scientists develop ways to protect, repair, and heal our bodies.

With interactive displays and fascinating stories, The Power of Poison is an engaging exhibition for all ages, making it a great experience for families and kids. Whether used as a defense against predators, a source of magical strength, or a lifesaving medical treatment, poison is sure to surprise you at every turn.

Arizona Science Center

Stradivarius and the Golden Age of Violins and Guitars Exhibit

Through September 14, 2025

Stradivarius and the Golden Age of Violins and Guitars presents more than 70 of the most extraordinary and sought-after string instruments from iconic European makers of the 16th to the 19th century. Spectacular violins, guitars, lutes, and bows show how exceptionally skilled makers elevated fine string instruments into timeless masterpieces that remain astonishing today.

Musical Instrument Museum

The Randy Johnson Photo Experience at Chase Field

Though September 25, 2025

Diamondbacks legend Randy Johnson is bringing his passion for photography to the ballpark with The Randy Johnson Photo Experience at Chase Field. Watch our video interview with Randy Johnson about his transition from pitcher to photographer.

The mini art gallery, located in the Arizona Diamondbacks Hall of Fame and History Museum, features several of Johnson’s professional photos captured during his post-baseball retirement world travels, and is accessible for D-backs fans to enjoy when attending a game at Chase Field beginning Tuesday, April 22 through the end of the season.

Chase Field

The World of Anna Sui

Through September 28

Phoenix Art Museum presents The World of Anna Sui, showcasing rock-and-roll-inspired fashions from the personal archive of the iconic American designer. Since her first runway show in 1991, Sui has created over 80 collections blending romantic nostalgia with a bold rocker aesthetic, drawing inspiration from cowgirls to pirate rock stars.

Phoenix Art Museum

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.