Events' Realm

College of Cards is Back at Talking Stick Resort!


Ready to level up your poker skills? Join us at the College of Cards, happening weekly every Tuesday at 2pm and Friday at 8pm. These (3) two-hour sessions will teach you the basics of poker in a real casino environment, earning you a B.S. in Card♠logy!


No prior sign-up required — simply check in at the poker podium in the Arena Poker Room, and sit down with a dealer to get started. All are welcome (ages 21 or older), whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to brush up on your skills.


As a bonus, guests will receive one complimentary beverage during each session they attend. Don’t miss out—start your poker journey today!

Phoenix

United States

Arizona

9800 E. Talking Stick Way

Talking Stick Resort

College of Cards at Talking Stick Resort

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.

1625 N. Central Ave.

Phoenix Art Museum

Richard Avedon: Among Creatives

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

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

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

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

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

August is in the books and we thank you all for a great turn out! Let's do it again in September and this time we will be cutting the ribbon and having a proper grand opening of our new building The Archwood at Eastlake. Don't miss out!

The Archwood at Eastlake

The Buy Black Marketplace by Archwood Exchange

Step away from your desk and experience world-class singing with our Opera For Lunch Recital Series! Join us for our free, 30-minute lunchtime recitals each month at the Arizona Opera Center. You are welcome to bring your lunch! Registration is encouraged.


Don't feel like packing your own lunch? Not a problem! Feel free to reserve a $20 box lunch catered by Sacks Sandwiches [https://sackssandwiches.com/] when you reserve your ticket!

1636 N. Central Ave.

Arizona Opera

Opera for Lunch

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


This interactive cooking class with Chef Maricarmen is your chance to learn the time-honored technique of making homemade pasta with just a few simple ingredients.

If cream sauce is your taste, you're in for an authentically Italian treat! First, you'll work with fresh ingredients to craft a tender dough beloved for generations, then transform it into perfectly prepared pasta.

Next, cook up an authentic Alfredo sauce by blending Parmesan, garlic, cream and butter and top your pasta with rich, classic flavor.

MENU

Fresh Pasta
With flour, eggs, salt and olive oil

Alfredo Sauce
With butter, cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic and parsley

Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be fun, social events. Feel free to purchase wine or beer at the venue to enjoy during the class. Classes sell out fast though, so see the availability and more details including information about the chef, reviews from other participants, and more at: https://www.classpop.com/cooking-classes/12660/alfredo-all-the-way

Happens on the following Dates:
Dec 1, 2024, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Timezone: MST
Jan 26, 2025, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Timezone: MST
Feb 23, 2025, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Timezone: MST
Mar 30, 2025, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Timezone: MST
Apr 27, 2025, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Timezone: MST
May 25, 2025, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Timezone: MST

Bone Haus Brewing

Make Fresh Pasta Alfredo with Chef Maricarmen at Bone Haus Brewing

Vegan Social is a an all-vegan, open-air monthly street feast that features over 45 vendors every second Saturday and is free and open to the public.


Vegan Social takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. in DTPHX at First Street and Garfield in Downtown Phoenix.


Follow @thatvegansocial [https://www.instagram.com/thatvegansocial/?hl=en] and @veganphx [https://www.instagram.com/veganphx/?hl=en] for monthly vendor information, seasonal details and more.

Second Street and Roosevelt in DTPHX

Vegan Social

First Fridays every month from October 2023 to April 2024

Start your engines… we’re crankin’ out the classics! Attend our free auto show each month + enjoy happy hour deals & live music. Free entry. All makes & models are welcome & will be directed to park together. First come, first served.

The Shops at Norterra

First Fridays at The Shops at Norterra

Join us for a new family-twist on First Fridays! Shop 40+ local artisans & eat with several local food vendors. Experience interactive activities, live music, and a roller-skating rink on site with The Zoni Girls.

400 E. Van Buren St.

Arizona Center

First Fridays w/ Arizona Center

Paint Night: Unleash your inner artist


Join us for a night of creativity and fun at Dave & Buster's Phoenix, PHOENIX! Our featured artist, Ryan Merrill, will guide you step-by-step through creating your own masterpiece while you sip on your favorite drinks and enjoy delicious appetizers. No experience necessary - just bring your friends and a sense of adventure! So gather your crew and let's paint the night away in the vibrant atmosphere of Dave & Buster's. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind Paint Nite event!



You may reschedule or cancel tickets up to 8 hours before the event starts. Read our reschedule policy here. [https://help.yaymaker.com/cancellation-reschedule-policy-HJKZVXjUu]

21001 N. Tatum Blvd.

Dave & Buster's-Phoenix/Scottsdale

Dave & Buster's Paint & Sip

We are excited to announce our newest event series, Angel’s Share Social Club. Discover local artisans in an interactive creative experience highlighted by hand-crafted cocktails and curated bites from The Canal Club. Each event features a different artist or local business and a special immersive activity, all paired with a unique curated culinary menu.


Did you know? As the alcohol or spirit matures in a barrel or cast, a small fraction of the liquid is lost to evaporation, this liquid is called the "Angel's Share". The amount varies by barrel size, time, environmental conditions, and location. When wood barrels are used, the percentage of liquid absorbed in the wood is called the "Devil's Cut".

4925 N. Scottsdale Rd.

The Scott Resort & Spa

Angel's Share Social Club

Back by popular demand for a new, expanded season!

Arizona’s spectacular local musicians present four themed musical cabarets featuring Broadway and popular songs.

Monday, Sept 23 at 7:30pm / 7pm preshow
"Happy Never After" - Taylor McGlone, Shelly Trujillo & Heather Fallon

Monday, Dec 2 at 7:30pm / 7pm preshow
Marina Blue Jarrett

Monday, Feb 24 at 7:30pm / 7pm preshow
“Bethany Unplugged” – Bethany Baca

Monday, May 19 at 7:30pm / 7pm preshow
“Taking the Wheel” – Damon J. Bolling

PLUS… 4 bonus dates! More exceptional local talent join us for a MUSICAL READING of R&H’s A Grand Night for Singing Oct 6 & 7, and two PLAY READINGS (titles TBA) March 7 & April 4. All curated by The Bridge Initiative (bridgeinit.org).

ASU Kerr Cultural Center

The Bridge Cabaret Plus

Experience a dazzling evening of sheer talent and musical mastery as the artists selected from over 550 applications for the Marion Roose Pullin Arizona Opera Studio take center stage in a not-to-be-missed program. The program will feature a wide array of styles, from musical theatre to selections from the Great American Songbook, to contemporary tunes and opera favorites. If music fills your soul and you love discovering new artists, this is the program for you!

Katzin Concert Hall at Arizona State University

Stephen Costello in Recital

DOORS: 7PM SHOW: 8PM Shakey Graves has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 from every ticket sold will go to Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. Please Note: This event is 13+ (Ages 5-12 must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. Children 4 and under not admitted.) *BAG POLICY* - Bags up to 12" x 6" x 12" are allowed in the venue (NO BACKPACKS) - All bags will be searched prior to entry - Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search All support acts are subject to change without notice. Delivery is delayed for this event; tickets will be released 72 hours prior to the show."

401 W. Van Buren St.

The Van Buren

Shakey Graves: And The War Came - 10th Anniversary Tour

The Queer Agenda is a performance art show – starring Benaddiction, Rubye Moore, Astrud Aurelia and featuring weekly guests – that celebrates creativity and uniqueness through drag, burlesque, shock, horror, beauty and all other forms of live art.

Kobalt

The Queer Agenda

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.

PhxArt Late-Night Hours

400 W. Washington St.

Arizona Financial Theatre

Dancing with the Stars: Live! - 2025 Tour

1825 N. Central Ave.

The Phoenix Theatre Company

Churchill - Theater

Join the ultra-fab Claudia B. and her star-studded cast of entertainers every hump day, and find our why Charlie's Phoenix earned best gay bar and home of the best drag shows bragging rights, according to Phoenix Magazine's Best of the Valley 2019.




Arrive early, seating is limited!

 


Charlie's Phoenix

Claudia & Co.

Join Fernanda Vargas-West and special guests each Wednesday for Viva La Vargas at the city's most-festive danceteria.

Karamba Nightclub

Viva La Vargas Drag Show

Scottsdale ArtWalk is much like a large, easy-going open house for the Scottsdale Arts District located primarily along Main Street and Marshall Way in Scottsdale Downtown. "America’s Original ArtWalk", this weekly gathering takes place every Thursday evening (year-round, except Thanksgiving) when all member galleries belonging to the Scottsdale Gallery Association (SGA) open their doors to the public and show off the work of the Southwest’s outstanding artists. A 30-year tradition, the ArtWalk process is simple; proceed at your own pace, wander into galleries that capture your fancy, stroll around a delightful area punctuated by dramatic statues, bubbling fountains, tree-covered courtyards, famed restaurants and more. Horse-drawn carriage rides and trolley rides are often available from plentiful free parking areas nearby.

Various Galleries

Scottsdale ArtWalk

Join us and elevate your travel experience by savoring Arizona’s craft beer culture. On our Tempe Brewery excursion we showcase four distinctive and award winning local breweries. Discover the craft, with a behind the scenes peek into the brewing process and immerse yourself in the flavors of Arizona at each stop. At each brewery or cidery we visit you will enjoy a pint or a flight, hand selected by the master brewer or owner. Each of our 4 Brewery Partners are 2024 award winners and collectively share close to 75 state, national and international beer awards. Shareable appetizers will also be provided on this 4.5 hour tasting excursion.


 


This is a 4.5 hour tasting tour with appetizers provided at one location. Please be sure to hydrate and eat a full meal before joining the tour. Food will be available for purchase throughout the tour. Overnight guests at the Marriott Buttes Tempe can be picked up and dropped off at the lobby of Marriott at The Buttes Resort and Spa. All other guests will be picked up and dropped off at Catalyst Crafted Ales. Please select your preferred pickup location during checkout. This tour requires some walking and encounters uneven or wet floors during the brewery tours. Please wear comfortable non-slip shoes.


Looking forward to brew hopping with you!

Marriott at the Buttes Resort and Spa

Tempe Brewery Tour

Jersey Boys

600 E Veterans Way

Desert Financial Arena

Asu Pow Wow - Weekend Pass

Enjoy live entertainment and local DJs from La Tricolor 103.5 while dancing to Regional Mexican music and Banda. Sip on refreshing pina coladas, margaritas, and palomas with our weekly drink specials, and savor delicious food from CAZ Taqueria---tacos, taco salads, burritos, and more!


Free Admission, 21+* (*excluding ticketed Special Events)


 


Drink Specials


 * Margarita | $7 - Make it Caliente with spiced rim & Tabasco sauce
 * Buckets of Beer Domestic $20 | Import $25  Domestic - Michelob Ultra & Budlight |   Imports - Corona & Modelo
 * November Specials - Buchacolada $8 and Paloma $7


 


CAZ Taqueria Specials


 * Taco Salad | $10
 * 3 Taco Sampler | $10
 * Burrito | $9
 * Chips and Salsa | $5

524 N. 92nd St.

Casino Arizona

Noches Calientes en Casino Arizona

ALL GUESTS MUST HAVE A TICKET; NO EXCEPTIONS. Footprint Center is now a cashless environment. Please plan on using Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover during your visit. Don't have a credit/debit card? Convert cash into a preloaded Mastercard by visiting one of our reverse ATMs located near the Ticket Office or Section 218! When you purchase a ticket to a Footprint Center event, you can ride the Valley Metro Light Rail at no cost for four (4) hours prior to the event through the end of the transit day. With an increased focus on secure, contactless entry, mobile tickets will be required. All tickets will be delivered electronically with no exceptions, therefore will call is no longer available. All tickets are available via the Ticketmaster app or the Suns-Mercury-Footprint Center app.

201 E. Jefferson St.

Footprint Center

Cirque du Soleil: Crystal

DOORS: 6PM SHOW: 7PM Please Note: This event is 13+ (Ages 5-12 must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. Children 4 and under not admitted.) *BAG POLICY* - Bags up to 12" x 6" x 12" are allowed in the venue (NO BACKPACKS) - All bags will be searched prior to entry - Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search All support acts are subject to change without notice. Delivery is delayed for this event; tickets will be released 72 hours prior to the show."

CHIODOS: 20 Years of All's Well That Ends Well

Swing by every Thursday from 7:30-9:30 PM to enjoy live music, curated weekly by Asim Nichols.


Entry is FREE - so sit back, relax, and wind down your week with a bite, drink and incredible tunes from some of Phoenix's best local players.

747 W Roosevelt St.

Walter Studios

Jazz Nights at Walter Studios

PURCHASE ACCESSIBLE SEATING ONLINE @ WWW.TICKETMASTER.COM OR WWW.LIVENATION.COM SUBJECT TO AVAILABILTY AND TICKET LIMITS ***PLEASE NOTE - PRESALES ARE ONLINE ONLY***

BOYWITHUKE - BURNOUT WORLD TOUR

Every Friday-Eve, Miss Arizona Gay Rodeo 2019 Piper M'Shay hosts her signature show at Charlie's Phoenix, our iconic country bar that's the official headquarters for the rodeo each February. Pop-up performances by Piper and friends will ease you into the weekend (which promises an entertainment-filled lineup as well).




Arrive early, seating is limited!


Pipin' Hot Thursdays

Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL – a one-of-a-kind production that brings the circus arts to the ice for the very first time, returns to Phoenix's Footprint Center from April 3 - 6, 2025.


With seven jaw-dropping traditional circus acts all thrillingly adapted for Cirque du Soleil’s first foray into a brand new creative territory – the ice – CRYSTAL takes audiences on an unforgettable journey into the vivid and whimsical world of imagination.


CRYSTAL is Cirque due Soleil’s 42nd creation and the company’s very first acrobatic experience on ice. Since its creation in 2017, the show has toured to over 145 cities in 23 different countries (and counting!) In addition to ice dancing, pairs and solo skating, synchro and extreme skating, there areover 7 Cirque du Soleil disciplines in the show including banquine, hand-to-hand, acro/tumbling, juggling, trapeze, poles, chair balancing and aerial straps - all on ice! CRYSTAL is the first Cirque du Soleil production that uses real snow – the team makes approximately 300 snowballs each week.


Thursday, April 3 at 7:00pm
Friday, April 4 at 7:00pm
Saturday, April 5 at 3:00pm, 7:00pm
Sunday, April 6 at 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Events in Phoenix, United States

College of Cards at Talking Stick Resort

Richard Avedon: Among Creatives

Artlink's First Fridays Art Walk

Artlink's Third Fridays Gallery Night

Stradivarius and the Golden Age of Violins and Guitars Exhibit

Following Their Roots - Exhibit

Spring Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Heritage Family Day

Raptors (or Reptiles) at the Rails

The Buy Black Marketplace by Archwood Exchange

Opera for Lunch

Metro Phoenix Night Market

Make Fresh Pasta Alfredo with Chef Maricarmen at Bone Haus Brewing

Vegan Social

First Fridays at The Shops at Norterra

First Fridays w/ Arizona Center

Dave & Buster's Paint & Sip

Angel's Share Social Club

The Bridge Cabaret Plus

Stephen Costello in Recital

Shakey Graves: And The War Came - 10th Anniversary Tour

The Queer Agenda

PhxArt Late-Night Hours

Dancing with the Stars: Live! - 2025 Tour

Churchill - Theater

Claudia & Co.

Viva La Vargas Drag Show

Scottsdale ArtWalk

Tempe Brewery Tour

Jersey Boys

Asu Pow Wow - Weekend Pass

Noches Calientes en Casino Arizona

Jersey Boys

Cirque du Soleil: Crystal

CHIODOS: 20 Years of All's Well That Ends Well

Jazz Nights at Walter Studios

Churchill - Theater

BOYWITHUKE - BURNOUT WORLD TOUR

Pipin' Hot Thursdays

Cirque du Soleil: Crystal