This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for July 22-28.
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number, or check each website for last minute confirmation or cancellations. E-mail calendar.events@citieswestmedia.com to submit events for consideration.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Summer Cocktail Camp at Uchi
July 28
PHOENIX magazine is proud to present our Summer Cocktail Camp, an 11-week, rotating event series that bring guests up-close-and-personal with the Valley’s best mixologists and bartenders to showcase their craft. Join us on Sunday afternoons this summer to taste the best cocktails in town, while learning all about mixology and how a good drink is made!
Cocktail camp at Uchi is SOLD OUT, but tickets for the September 1 camp at Kasai Scottsdale are still available online at tickets.phoenixmag.com
Kenny Chesney
July 24
Expect a party when the “No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems” singer takes the stage to support his latest album, Born. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
Idina Menzel
July 25
Since she wasn’t cast in the movie version of the Broadway smash Wicked – in which she had her breakout role as Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West – the accomplished vocalist (and voice of Elsa in the Frozen franchise) is heading to Mesa for what is sure to be a moving performance. 7:30 p.m. $60-$125. Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com
Hamilton
Through July 28
The award-winning musical sensation about the titular Founding Father returns to Tempe! Featuring hip-hop-infused songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda, its chart-topping soundtrack might be the only rap album you and your kids can agree on. Call for times and ticket prices. Gammage Auditorium, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, 480-965-3434, asugammage.com
Flashlight Nights
Through September 14
Bring the family to experience a magical nighttime adventure during self-paced flashlight tours at Desert Botanical Garden. It’s an excellent opportunity to see, hear and feel the desert night, including nighthawks, snakes, insects and night-blooming flowers. Sa, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $24.95 adult admission, $14.95 children ages 3-17. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, 480-941-1225, dbg.org
Camp Innovation
Through July 26
Children can learn about space exploration, engineering and sea creatures as part of a series of weeklong camps that utilize STEAM learning to engage young minds. Call for times and prices. Arizona Science Center, 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-716-2000, azscience.org
Musical Theater Camp
Through August 2
Children will learn to act, sing and dance during sessions presented by Desert Foothills Theater. Check website for tuition rates, class availability and times, and location. dftheater.org
Camp Zoo
Through August 2
Children from kindergarten through sixth grade will learn about caring for animals through close encounters with wildlife and STEAM learning activities. Call for times and prices. Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, 602-914-4333, phoenixzoo.org
Summer Theater Camp
Through July 26
It’s time to put on a show! Children will experience theater during three themed sessions, including Into the Woods and Alice in Wonderland. M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for tuition rates. Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre, 7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, 480-483-1664, desertstages.org
Childsplay Summer Theatre Academy
Through July 26
Whether you have a child who loves or shies away from the spotlight, there is a place for them in these theater classes. They’ll learn from professional artists who will engage their imagination and spirit. Check website for enrollment availability and tuition rates. Sybil B. Harrington Campus for Imagination and Wonder at Mitchell Park, 900 S. Mitchell Dr., Tempe, 480-921-5700, childsplayaz.org
Gymnastics Camp
Through August 2
Kids ages 4-18 will participate in gymnastics activities, such as vault, bars and beam, each week revolving around a different theme. Call for times and prices for full and half-day options. Impact Gymnastics Academy, 7812 N. 12th St., Phoenix, 602-870-7574, impactgymaz.com
Children’s Museum Camps
Through August 2
Children between the ages of 5-8 will participate in theme-based activities focusing on art and creativity, technology and engineering, and the science of sports. Call for times and prices. Children’s Museum of Phoenix. 215 N. Seventh St., Phoenix, 602-253-0501, childrensmuseumofphoenix.org
CONCERTS
Wednesday, July 24
- CHUU @ The Van Buren
- Kenny Chesney with Megan Moroney @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre – Low Ticket Alert
Thursday, July 25
- Jeezy @ The Van Buren
Friday, July 26
- TAYLOR GOES EMO: Taylor vs. Emo Night Party @ Thundercat Lounge
- Joe Pera @ The Van Buren
Saturday, July 27
- Club 90s 2000s Night @ The Van Buren
- Conway the Machine with Jae Skeese @ Crescent Ballroom
Buy tickets at LIVENATION.COM or TICKETMASTER.COM
SPORTS
Arizona Diamondbacks
Find out if the D-backs can take home another pennant when they take on the Pittsburgh Pirates, July 26-28; Washington Nationals, July 29-31; Philadelphia Phillies, Aug. 8-11; Colorado Rockies, Aug. 12-14; New York Mets, Aug. 27-29; and Los Angeles Dodgers, Aug. 30-31. Call for times and ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Phoenix Mercury
The Valley’s own WNBA team kicks its season into high gear against the Chicago Sky, Aug. 18; New York Liberty, Aug. 26; and Minnesota Lynx, Aug. 28. Call for times and ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mercury.wnba.com
Phoenix Rising F.C
The Valley’s soccer team is climbing up the Western Conference standings. Watch Phoenix Rising head to the top as they take on Tampa Bay Rowdies, Aug. 10; and North Carolina F.C., Aug. 24. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
THEATRE & DRAMA
God’s Favorite
Through August 24
Esteemed playwright Neil Simon puts a modern comedic spin on the Book of Job with a story about a messenger from God who tries to get a tycoon to renounce the man upstairs. Check website for days and times. $30-$35. 8989 E. Via Linda, Ste. 118, Scottsdale, 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com
My Pet Dinosaur
Through August 4
A boy receives a mysterious egg for his birthday. The real excitement begins when the egg hatches. Call for times. $15, adults; $8, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org
Fully Committed
Through August 11
One performer plays more than 40 characters in this hilarious play about an out-of-work actor fending off ridiculous foodies at an NYC restaurant. Call for times and ticket prices. Judith Hardes Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Grease
Through July 28
Remember those summer nights riding hot rods with your true love? The classic musical about the seniors of Rydell High is a nostalgic visit to the ’50s. Check website for showtimes. $41-$48. Gyder Theater at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, 10580 N. 83rd Dr., Peoria, 623-815-7930, theatreworks.org
Cinderella
Now through August 17
Featuring music by Rogers and Hammerstein, the fairy tale about true love and missing slippers receives a contemporary twist. Check website for days and times. $39-$55. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
The Little Mermaid
Through August 4
The Disney musical about a mermaid who makes a deal with an evil sea witch to be with her true love on land takes the stage. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, 623-776-8400, azbroadway.org
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
Best Fest
August 17
The pages of PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley issue come to life at the annual celebration of all things awesome and local. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Arizona Humane Society. $45-$65, 6-10 p.m., The Duce, 525 S. Central Ave., Phoenix, azbestfest.com
Green Day
September 18
Two of the punk band’s landmark albums, Dookie and American Idiot, are celebrating their 30th and 20th anniversaries, respectively. The trio will perform each of them in their entirety for this raucous show. 5:30 p.m. Check website for showtimes. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Kacey Musgraves
September 27
The country-pop star will come to Glendale as part of her Deeper Well World Tour, with accompanying acts Father John Misty and Nickel Creek. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3240, desertdiamondarena.com
Kevin Hart
October 11-12
The busiest (and shortest) man in showbiz is heading out on the road for a comedy tour titled Acting My Age. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
