Through August 17
PHOENIX magazine Summer Cocktail Camp
Spend your Sunday afternoons sipping some of the coolest drinks in town. We’re hosting a 10-week, rotating event featuring the Valley’s top mixologists. These skilled professionals will showcase their expertise by crafting signature cocktails – and showing you how to make them at home. 1-3 p.m. $45. Visit tickets.phoenixmag.com for a complete list of locations and to purchase tickets.
July 4
Scottsdale 4th of July
Everybody loves fireworks, but watching them on a scorching Arizona evening is no fun for anyone. Luckily, you can enjoy one of the state’s largest pyrotechnic displays in comfortable air conditioning. There’s also plenty of fabulous family fun, including a bull-riding rodeo, mutton busting for the kids, a slider-eating contest, old-fashioned cakewalks and fantastic food. The festivities start at 5 p.m., and the fireworks begin around 9 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, scottsdale4th.com
August 11
Ghost
Tobias Jens Forge, the masked leader of the Swedish doom metal band, does bear a resemblance to Skeletor, the villain from the ’80s cartoon He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. He’s taking that connection to a whole new level as Ghost hits the road for what it has dubbed the Skeletour. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, phx-arena.com
Through September 13
Flashlight Nights
Bring the family to experience a magical nighttime adventure with Desert Botanical Garden’s series of self-paced flashlight tours. It’s an excellent opportunity to experience the desert night, filled with the beauty of night-blooming flowers and the sounds of flying predators, slithering snakes and insects scurrying in their natural habitat. Saturdays only. Check website for available times. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, 480-941-1225, dbg.org
July 3-October 31
Le Petit Chef
Dinner is fun again thanks to this innovative experience. A tiny chef is projected onto your table, narrating the story of the four-course prix fixe menu that awaits you. The menu features American Wagyu with red onion jam and Dijon-hollandaise, as well as Meyer lemon crème brûlée topped with a honeycomb crumble. Vegetarian and kids’ menu options are also available. 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Different packages available. Arizona Biltmore, 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, 602-955-6600, arizonabiltmore.com
July 11-13
Home and Landscape Show
Local businesses and artisans will showcase their latest outdoor products and designs, complemented by do-it-yourself seminars, workshops and exhibits featuring new trends for homes and gardens at the Maricopa County Home and Landscape Show. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10, adults; $3, children 4-12. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-485-1691, maricopacountyhomeshows.com
July 22-August 3
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Baz Luhrmann’s award-winning movie, set in the 19th century at the renowned titular Paris cabaret, has been transformed into an award-winning stage production. This musical features hit songs that were not included in the 2001 film. Check the website for times and ticket prices. ASU Gammage, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, 480-965-3434, asugammage.com
July 25
Disney Descendants/Zombies Worlds Collide Tour
If you have tweens, you’re likely familiar with Disney Channel Original Movies Descendants, musicals about teenage children of Disney villains, and Zombies, a series about a zombie and a cheerleader’s star-crossed romance. The films’ stars will perform their songs in an energetic arena show for families. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, phx-arena.com
August 29
Kidz Bop Live Certified Bop Tour
Dance with your children like no one is watching when the Kidz Bop Kids take the stage to perform and dance to today’s greatest hits, slightly rewritten to be appropriate for all ages. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
August 2-3
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
Did you ever wish that your toy trucks could come to life? In this family-friendly event, Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, Boneshaker, Bigfoot and the firetruck HW 5-Alarm will smash cars right before your eyes. There will also be a laser light show, dance parties and giveaways. Check website for ticket prices and showtimes. Desert Diamond Arena, 29400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3200, desertdiamondarena.com
