Events' Realm

You shared + we listened! After hearing directly from our visitors about a desire for more late-night hours during the weekdays, Phoenix Art Museum will stay open late on Thursdays and Fridays beginning in October, including for monthly First Fridays.


Effective October 2, 2024 (exactly two weeks from today!) the Museum will be open: ⁠


 * Wednesday – Friday // 10 am – 8 pm ⁠
 * Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesdays // 3 – 8 pm ⁠
 * First Fridays // 5 – 8 pm
 * Saturday – Sunday // 10 am – 5 pm ⁠


Monthly First Friday programming will include voluntary-donation general admission, discounted rates to view special-engagement exhibitions, two resident DJs, in-gallery sketching with Aileen Martinez, cash bar + food vendors, and more.


Admission tickets can always be reserved online before your visit for a quicker check-in process.

Phoenix

United States

Arizona

1625 N. Central Ave.

Phoenix Art Museum

PhxArt Late-Night Hours

Brains and Beauty: At the Intersection of Art and Neuroscience is a visual exploration of neuroaesthetics, the new and rapidly expanding field of research that combines neuroscience and psychology to study the neural processes of aesthetic experience. 

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

Brains and Beauty: At the Intersection of Art and Neuroscience

Floating Seeds Make Deep Forms is a site-specific installation that responds to deserts in the North American Southwest as non-places—liminal expanses for ambiguity within a regenerative ecosystem.

Cybele Lyle: Floating Seeds Make Deep Forms

This December, Phoenix Art Museum will present the work of one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century in Richard Avedon: Among Creatives.


Drawn from the collection of the Center for Creative Photography (CCP) in Tucson, the exhibition presents more than 50 photographs by Richard Avedon (1923-2004), highlighting his distinctive large-scale portraits of fellow creative icons such as Marilyn Monroe, Marian Anderson, Paul McCartney and other celebrity subjects, in addition to his contributions to fashion photography.


Richard Avedon: Among Creatives will be on view at the Museum from December 6 – May 25, 2025.

Richard Avedon: Among Creatives

Isabella

Get lucky with the perfect afternoon pick-me-ups with Lucky Hour deals at ART NoMad every day from 4-7 p.m! Shake off the stress of the day with your crew and enjoy deals like $15 classic cocktails, $50 beer buckets, $50 for a dozen oysters and a bottle of rosé and the $15 Happy Meal combo, which includes a hot dog, beer and a fortune cookie. Pair the savings with stunning views of the Empire State Building in the heart of NYC and make your own luck at ART NoMad!

About ART NoMad
Situated on the 31st floor of Arlo NoMad, this rooftop is your perch above the heart of NYC, complete with a “Sky Walk” — a glass floor looking onto the city street below. Enjoy a refreshing sip of Under Pressure (there’s no pressure, just vibes) as you wave at the Empire State Building. Day or night, ART NoMad will make you feel like you’re sitting on top of the world.

New York,

New York

11 E. 31st St.

Arlo NoMad

Lucky Hour @ ART NoMad

Join us on the first Friday of every month from 6 to 10 p.m. for one of the nation's largest, self-guided art walks. Tour more than 70 galleries, venues and art-related spaces to see a variety of artwork and to enjoy the spirit and culture of the city.


Check out Visit Phoenix's guide to First Friday [https://www.visitphoenix.com/things-to-do/arts-culture/first-friday-art-walk/], and follow Artlink Phoenix on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ArtlinkPhoenix/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/artlink_phoenix/] and Twitter [https://twitter.com/artlink_phoenix] for current information and additional wasy to support Phoenix artists.

P.O. Box 3426

Artlink

Artlink's First Fridays Art Walk

Artlink has not restarted the monthly Third Fridays Art Walk due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nonetheless, many art events are still occuring in the downtown Phoenix area.


Join us on the third Friday of every month for one of downtown Phoenix's signature, ongoing art events. 


While similar in programming to First Fridays, Third Fridays are also known as “Gallery Night.” Many arts destinations and businesses open up, and the visiting crowds are decidedly more arts-focused.


Please visit our calendar [http://www.artlinkphx.org/calendar/] to find a current schedule of exhibitions and events or follow this link to the map [https://phoenixurbanguide.com/map/#{%22page%22:1,%22tag%22:%22first%20friday%22,%22category_id%22:[3],%22location%22:{%22latitude%22:%2233.456137%22,%22longitude%22:%22-112.0740%22}}].


Follow Artlink Phoenix on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ArtlinkPhoenix/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/artlink_phoenix/] and Twitter [https://twitter.com/artlink_phoenix] for current information and additional wasy to support Phoenix artists.

Artlink's Third Fridays Gallery Night

LIGHT BLOOM by HYBYCOZO is a limited-time exhibit where nature and light converge. This mesmerizing display invites you to explore the Garden transformed by stunning geometric light installations that illuminate the beauty of the desert landscape in a new way. As the sun sets, LIGHT BLOOM comes to life, casting intricate shadows and vibrant hues across the Garden. Wander the trails and let the enchanting installations transport you to a magical realm where the natural world meets the abstract.


About the Artists:


Yelena Filipchuk (b. 1987) Born in Lviv, Ukraine, Yelena attended UC Berkeley and studied Conservation and Resource Studies, concentrating on patterns in the natural world, biomimicry and environmental justice. Then trained in studio art and fabrication and digital design. She thrives in the creative process, creating thought provoking artwork that investigates patterns and forms as a way to educate and inspire.


Serge Beaulieu (b. 1981) Born in Revelstoke BC, Canada, Serge attended Carleton University and studied Industrial Design. After having practiced as a designer for 10 years, Serge returned to his roots as an artist and sculptor by creating large scale artworks that push the boundaries of technology, geometry and fabrication. He is constantly investigating materials, light and processes in order to harness technology as a conduit for artistic expression.

1201 N. Galvin Parkway

Desert Botanical Garden

Light Bloom at the Desert Botanical Garden

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.

4725 E. Mayo Blvd.

Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)

Stradivarius and the Golden Age of Violins and Guitars Exhibit

The S’edav Va’aki Museum is thrilled to invite you to visit our latest exhibit, “Following Their Roots – Traditional Native American Farming in Arizona, Past and Present,” opening October 17, 2024. This exhibit is all about exploring and celebrating the deep connections between Arizona’s Indigenous communities and their agricultural traditions, offering a rich historical perspective and a glimpse into the contemporary practices that sustain these cultural lifeways today.


Come discover how these communities have thrived for over 4,000 years, learn about farming practices unique to Arizona's diverse ecosystems, and dive into the important ongoing story of water rights in the Southwest. It is a fascinating journey through history, food, and culture that you won’t want to miss!


The exhibit will be open until Summer 2025, so there is plenty of time to check it out. We can’t wait to see you there!

4619 E. Washington St.

S'edav Va'aki Museum (Formerly Pueblo Grande Museum)

Following Their Roots - Exhibit

TV SHOW FILMING IN AZ! We are looking for Mesa & Phoenix locals to come be BACKGROUND EXTRAS for a taping of "Pawn Stars Do America". You would just be in the BACKGROUND, while this fun show films! IF SELECTED - you would be filming for appx 8 HOURS (and will get $150 plus a free lunch)!

If selected you can even bring a COOL & UNIQUE item that you think the guys would like, or that you would be interested in selling! NO acting experience is required!

Films in Mesa from 11/7 - 11/9, and in Downtown Phoenix from 11/14 - 11/16. Call time is appx 9 AM. Exact location will be sent if selected! You only need to be available for ONE date.

**The “Pawn Stars” are hitting the road to visit some of America’s most exciting places in search of historical finds and impressive collectible objects in “Pawn Stars Do America.” Each episode follows Rick Harrison, Corey Harrison and Austin “Chumlee” Russell as they step out of the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas to connect with fans in different cities and acquire some of the most remarkable items imaginable.**

Mesa & Downtown Phoenix

Pawn Stars Do America

Bronx

Yankee Stadium

Classic Tour at Yankee Stadium

Stubhub

9/11 Tribute Museum

National September 11 Museum Admission

Let your imagination run wild as you walk back in time along one of our nature trails!

McKinney

Texas

Nature Place

Heard Natural Science Museum Wildlife Sanctuary

Dinosaurs Live!

Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden Tour Experience

New York City

Radio City Music Hall

Radio City Stage Door Tour

Yankee Stadium Gameday Express Tour

Turn Phoenix into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history.  Available 365 days a year, sunrise to sunset. Start when you want and play at your pace. Save 25%- Only $36.75 for a team of 2-5 people after Promotion Code: PHXEVENT. Sign up online at www.UrbanAdventureQuest.com [http://www.UrbanAdventureQuest.com].

333 N. Central Ave.

Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure-Phoenix

Spring Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Meryl McMaster: Bloodline is a survey exhibition featuring the pioneering large-scale photographic works of Canadian artist Meryl McMaster (b. 1988), reflecting her mixed nêhiyaw(Plains Cree)/Siksika, Dutch, and British ancestry. This exhibition spans McMaster’s past accomplishments (2008-2019) and her recent explorations (2022-2023) of family histories, particularly those of her Plains Cree/Métis female forebears from the Red Pheasant Cree Nation in present-day Saskatchewan, Canada. This will be the first major solo exhibition of Meryl McMaster’s work outside of Canada. McMaster interrogates colonial histories, residential schools, and ancestral trauma, re-creating and re-imagining oral histories and stories in reclamation.

2301 N. Central Ave.

Heard Museum

Meryl McMaster: Bloodline at the Heard Museum

Stop by for free Heritage Family Days one Saturday a month at Heritage Square! Join us on the porch of the Shop the Square Museum Store for storytime and a themed craft, and then stick around for a game or two of croquet on the lawn. We’ll see you there!

113 N. 6th St.

Heritage Square

Heritage Family Day

Montréal

Canada

Québec

Bell Centre

Visites Guidées Centre Bell - Bell Centre

Verde Canyon Railroad is proud to be a sponsor of the Phoenix-based wildlife rescue, Liberty Wildlife. All are welcome to visit Verde Canyon Railroad depot for Raptors at the Rails, an educational presentation on the patio on select dates 11:00am-12:45pm. This free event prior to the train’s 1:00 pm departure features close-up glimpses of Arizona raptors such as eagles, hawks, owls, vultures, falcons and kestrels, amazing residents of Liberty Wildlife’s educational program. During the summer months, Liberty shares cold-blooded creatures such as tortoises, lizards and snakes during "Reptiles at the Rails".

300 N. Broadway

Verde Canyon Railroad

Raptors (or Reptiles) at the Rails

Chattanooga

Tennessee

UTC McKenzie Arena

Wofford Terriers at Chattanooga Mocs Basketball

City of Lexington

Virginia

Cameron Hall

Western Carolina Catamounts at VMI Keydets Basketball

Monroe

California

Fant-Ewing Coliseum at University of Louisiana at Monroe

Troy Trojans at Louisiana Monroe Warhawks Basketball

San Marcos

Strahan Arena at the University Events Center

Georgia State Panthers at Texas State Bobcats Basketball

Macon County

Georgia

Hawkins Arena

Samford Bulldogs at Mercer Bears Basketball

Greenville County

South Carolina

Timmons Arena

East Tennessee State Buccaneers at Furman Paladins Basketball

Greensboro

North Carolina

Greensboro Coliseum at Greensboro Coliseum - Complex

The Citadel Bulldogs at UNC Greensboro Spartans Basketball

Mobile County

Alabama

Mitchell Center

Southern Miss Golden Eagles at South Alabama Jaguars Basketball

Todd Haimes Theatre (formerly American Airlines Theatre)

English

August Wilson Theatre

Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club

Bernard B Jacobs Theatre

The Outsiders

Rochester

Michigan

Meadow Brook Theatre

Footloose the Musical

Niagara Falls

Ontario

OLG Stage At Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort

Return To Grace

HERE WE GO AGAIN! This spectacular live concert celebrates the legendary music of ABBA! This concert will transport you straight to the heart of the 1970s, capturing the joy and energy that made ABBA one of the best-selling music acts in history. Sing along to hits like "Mamma Mia," "Dancing Queen," and "Waterloo" as talented performers bring the Swedish band's iconic songs to life with dazzling costumes and authentic performances. Experience the joy and energy that made ABBA a global sensation in this unforgettable night of music!

Hale Center Theatre

Hale Concert Hall presents Tribute to ABBA

Kids & adults are invited to partake in a timeless holiday tradition – outdoor ice skating on our real ice rink! Make magical memories with your loved ones as you glide through an unforgettable winter wonderland. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’re performing pirouettes or strapping on skates for the first time.

Skate Westgate will be open from November 1 through January 20, with hours varying each day.

Fountain Park at Westgate Entertainment District

Skate Westgate

This free Asian event is a smaller version of our other events. This night market will showcase local food vendors and a variety of anime/retail vendors at this Asian food festival. This food festival is about highlighting the diversity of food and an opportunity for small businesses to show their culture through their food.

We highly encourage carpooling and rideshare. Parking is free. Most vendors will accept both cash and card. We do recommend bringing cash for this event. You can buy food to go.

Please RSVP and this will help us have an accurate head count to share with food vendors. You can also order online from Happy Buns to guarantee availability during the event as they often sell out.

There will be over 15 local Asian food and Anime artists at this monthly, free night market. There will also be different local Asian food vendors each month.

The dates for this season are:
Dec 14th, 2024 4pm – 9pm
• January 11th 4pm – 9pm
• February 8th 4pm – 9pm
• March 22nd 4pm – 9pm
• April 19th 4pm – 9pm
• May 10th 4pm – 9pm

AZ International Marketplace Plaza

Metro Phoenix Night Market

The enchanting, all-ages, holiday walk-through festival, Imaginarium “Winter Wonderland” has returned to Phoenix at Mesa’s Superstition Springs Center, open now through Monday, Feb. 17. Guests of all ages can immerse themselves in a glowing tapestry of holiday-inspired magic, where every corner reveals new wonders and memories waiting to be made along with seasonal enchantment featuring millions of shimmering lights, whimsical displays and dazzling interactive experiences.

Imaginarium “Winter Wonderland” at Superstition Springs Center, located at 6555 E. Southern Ave., is open Wednesday through Sunday from 5 to 10 p.m. General admission tickets start at $24 per person, with discount ticket prices available for children ages three to 12, seniors over 62 and military with valid I.D. Children under three are free. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase. Parking is free. Tickets may be purchased online on the website or by calling 725-272-2700.

Mesa’s Superstition Springs Center

Imaginarium “Winter Wonderland” at Mesa