This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for March 31-April 6.
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
April 2-6
Arizona Bike Week 2023
Rev your engines! Stone Temple Pilots and Mudvayne are scheduled to perform at one of the nation’s largest bike rallies. In addition to the great music, attendees can enjoy parties, bike and stunt shows, and demo rides. Check website for schedule. Rally passes start at $99. WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, azbikeweek.com
Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL
April 3-6
This family-friendly show takes the jaw-dropping acrobatics that Cirque du Soleil is known for and puts them on ice for this winter-themed visual experience. Check website for times and ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
Copperstate 1000
April 5-9
Rev up those vintage engines for the 35th annual running of this celebrated road rally. The send-off event takes place at Tempe Diablo Stadium on Sunday, April 6 at 7:30am. 2200 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe. mensartscouncil.com
Desert Design Week
April 3-12
Art and architecture come together in this 10-day celebration of creativity and innovative design. Check website for event schedule, locations and tickets. desertdesignweek.com
MIM’s 15th Anniversary
April 4-6
Performances and other musical experiences are scheduled during this celebration of the opening of the Musical Instrument Museum, the largest museum of its kind in the world. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for ticket prices. Musical Instrument Museum. 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, 480-478-6000, mim.org
THEATRE & DRAMA
Camelot
April 4-May 10
The legend of King Arthur is brought to life in this Lerner and Loewe musical. Check the website for days and times. $39-$58. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill
Through April 13
Months before death, Billie Holiday sings her hits in a seedy Philadelphia bar while sharing the story of her life. Call for times. $50. Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center, 1333 E. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-258-8128, blacktheatretroupe.org
The Old Man and the Moon
Through April 13
The moon’s caretaker abandons his duties to find his wife, battling weather, war and monsters in this magical fable. Check the website for days and times. $38-$45. Gyder Theater at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, 10580 N. 83rd Dr., Peoria, 623-815-7930, theaterworks.org
The Rainmaker
Through April 26
A man promises a farmer that he can make it rain on his drought-stricken land, but his charm also makes Lizzie, the farmer’s plain daughter, blossom. Check website for days and times. $30-$40. Don Bluth Front Row Theatre, 8989 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com
The Dinosaur Picnic
Through April 6
It’s a talent show 65 million years in the making! A group of prehistoric friends show off what makes each of them special in this new puppet production. Call for times. $15, adults; $10, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org
Phantom
Through April 10
Not to be confused with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s take on Gaston Leroux’s famous novel, this musical offers more insight into the characters that inhabit the Paris Opera House. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org
Jersey Boys
Through April 27
Learn how Francesco Castelluccio became Frankie Valli in this upbeat jukebox musical about The Four Seasons. Call for times and ticket prices. Hormel Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Churchill
Through April 13
David Payne portrays the resolute prime minister who guided England through World War II in this one-man show. Call for times and ticket prices. Judith Hardes Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
The Marvelous Wonderettes
Through April 8
Step back in time with this musical tribute to the legendary Songleader squads. Immerse yourself in a nostalgic pop soundtrack that features iconic hits like “It’s My Party” and “Lollipop.” Check website for days and times. $39-$55. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
Drunk Shakespeare
Through April 30
If you didn’t like Shakespeare in high school, this is the event for you. The concept is simple: One performer downs five shots of liquor and takes the cast through a play by the Bard in 90 minutes. Check website for times and ticket prices. The Rose Theatre, 455 N. 3rd St., Phoenix, drunkshakespeare.com
SPORTS
Arizona Diamondbacks
Catch pitcher Corbin Burnes and the rest of the Dbacks lineup April 7-9 vs. Baltimore Orioles; April 11-13 vs. Milwaukee Brewers; April 22-24 vs. Tampa Bay Rays; and April 25-27 vs. Atlanta Braves. Call for times and ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Phoenix Suns
The Suns finish the season with home games against the Golden State Warriors, April 8; Oklahoma City Thunder, April 9; and San Antonio Spurs, April 11. Call for times and ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, suns.com
Phoenix Rising F.C.
The action on the field heats up when the USL Champions play the Detroit City F.C., April 12; Sacramento Republic F.C., April 19; and San Antonio F.C., April 26. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
Arizona Rattlers
The Valley’s Indoor Football League Team battles the San Antonio Gunslingers, April 12; and Northern Arizona Wranglers, April 26. Call for times and ticket prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 29400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3200, desertdiamondarena.com
CONCERTS & COMEDY
Wanda Sykes
April 5
The actress and comedian is stepping behind the mic once again for her Please and Thank You tour. Keith Robinson is scheduled as the special guest. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Alton Brown
April 6
Billed as his farewell tour, the foodist and host of Good Eats looks back at his years in front of the camera and shares his favorite cooking hacks. 3 and 7:30 p.m. $43-$204. Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com
Shakey Graves
April 1
Before he became an Americana artist, the singer formerly known as Alejandro Rose-Garcia could be seen acting in films Spy Kids 3-D (with a young Glen Powell), Material Girls and the television show Friday Night Lights. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 480-659-1641, livenation.com
Dancing with the Stars: Live!
April 2
The dancers from the popular reality show, including Emma Slater, Alan Bersten, Brandon Armstrong, Britt Stewart, Daniella Karagach, Gleb Savchenko, Pasha Pashkov and Rylee Arnold will join celebrity guests. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Wild West Music Fest
April 4-6
Enjoy carnival rides, food trucks and live music at this family-friendly event celebrating all things western. Check website for schedule and ticket prices. Copper Sky Regional Park, 44345 M.L.K. Jr. Blvd, Maricopa, wwmfest.com
- Monday, 3/31 – Denzel Curry with Kenny Mason, 454 & CLIP @ The Van Buren
- 3/31 – Jutes @ Valley Bar
- 3/31 – The Linda Lindas with Be Your Own Pet @ Walter Studios
- 3/31 – Maude Latour with MARIS @ Crescent Ballroom
- Tuesday, 4/1 – hey, nothing with Sean Solomon @ The Rebel Lounge
- 4/1 – Willis @ Crescent Ballroom
- 4/1 – Shakey Graves with Tyler Ballgame @ The Van Buren
- Wednesday, 4/2 – Dancing with the Stars: Live! @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Thursday, 4/3 – BoyWithUke with Ethan Bortnick @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- 4/3 – Chiodos, Hawthorne Heights, Emmure & The Callous Daoboys @ The Van Buren
- 4/3 – zzzahara @ Valley Bar
- Friday, 4/4 – Club 90s Gaga Night @ The Van Buren
- 4/4 – Emei with Haiden Henderson & Ashley Mehta @ Crescent Ballroom
- Saturday, 4/5 – Dude Dad @ The Van Buren
- 4/5 – Wanda Sykes: Please & Thank You Tour with Keith Robinson @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Sunday, 4/6 – Kim Dracula & HABANIE with Crystal Lake & Kaonashi @ The Van Buren
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
April 12
Phoenix Home & Garden Garden Tour
The pages of PHOENIX’s sister publication come to life as patrons enjoy exclusive access to a curated selection of the Valley’s most enchanting home gardens during this annual self-guided tour. Attendees will also have the unique opportunity to mingle with Phoenix Home & Garden’s editorial staff as well as architects and designers featured in the magazine. VIP, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; GA, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $85-$125. Various Valley locations, phgmag.com
Jesus the Christ
April 9-12, 15-19
More than 500 performers bring the story of Easter to life in this outdoor play performed on the front lawn of the Mesa Arizona Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 8 p.m. Mesa Arizona Temple, 455 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-447-5818, mesatemple.org
Scottsdale Art Auction
April 11-12
This annual auction features more than 60 pieces of art by the renowned American West artist Maynard Dixon, which stands out as the highlight of the event. The auction also includes a diverse range of historic and contemporary Western, American, wildlife and sporting art. Check website for times and tickets. Legacy Gallery, 7178 E. Main St., Scottsdale, 480-945-0225, scottsdaleartauction.com
Post Malone
June 21
The heavily tattooed “Sunflower” rapper recently made the jump to country with his latest album, F-1 Trillion. It’s proven so successful that not only has the artist snagged some Grammy nominations, he’s heading on the road for what he has dubbed The BIG ASS Stadium Tour. Consider our ticket purchased. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, postmalone.com
Shakira
June 22-23
The renowned Latin pop singer is making a triumphant return to the stage in Phoenix this summer for her highly anticipated Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour, marking her comeback after a seven-year hiatus. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
