This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for August 11-17.
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
Bonita Bonita Wine Dinner
August 15
From turnbuckles to terroir, We-Ko-Pa Casino hosts this wine pairing and 5-course strolling dinner event with Arizona celebrity natives, Nikki and Brie Garcia, formerly known as the WWE Bella Twins. $195+ tax/gratuity per person. 21+ event with live entertainment. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Call 480-789-5323 for tickets.
Simple Plan
August 14
The pop-punk group behind the anthem “I’m Just a Kid” has grown up. It is celebrating 25 years together by touring with Bowling For Soup and 3OH!3. 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Phoenix Art Museum
Through August 31
Charles Gaines: Numbers and Trees (Arizona Series), through July 20; The World of Anna Sui, through Sept. 28; Funny Business: Photography and Humor (pictured), through Jan. 4, 2026; and Florentine Baroque: The Haukohl Collection, Aug. 27-July 26, 2026. Call for times and ticket prices. 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-257-1880, phxart.org
THEATRE & DRAMA
Drunk Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet
Through August 31
If you didn’t like reading Romeo and Juliet in high school, then this is the event for you. The concept is simple: One performer downs five shots of liquor and then hilariously takes the cast through the greatest love story ever written. Check website for times and ticket prices. The Rose Theatre, 455 N. Third St., Phoenix, drunkshakespeare.com
Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Through August 16
Five children from around the world get a tour of a chocolate factory owned and operated by the mysterious Willy Wonka in the musical version of the beloved Roald Dahl novel. Check the website for days and times. $45-$58. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
SPORTS
Arizona Diamondbacks
See if the D-backs can slither their way to the top of the NL West when they take on the Cleveland Guardians, Aug. 18-20; and Cincinnati Reds, Aug. 22-24. Call for times and ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Phoenix Rising F.C.
The Valley’s soccer team is heating up! Watch them take on Colorado Springs F.C., Aug. 23; and El Paso Locomotive F.C., Aug. 30. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
Phoenix Mercury
The WNBA’s Mercury begin their rise to the top as they take on the Las Vegas Aces, Aug. 15; Golden State Valkyries, Aug. 22; Chicago Sky, Aug. 28; and New York Liberty, Aug. 30. Call for times and ticket prices. PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mercury.wnba.com
CONCERTS & COMEDY
Lainey Wilson
August 14
After Wilson performed her new single “Somewhere Over Laredo” at the American Music Awards earlier this year, many critics predicted the country tune will be the song of the summer. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, phx-arena.com
Simple Plan
August 14
The pop-punk group behind the anthem “I’m Just a Kid” has grown up. It is celebrating 25 years together by touring with Bowling For Soup and 3OH!3. 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
- Monday, 8/11 – GHOST: World Tour 2025 @ PHX Arena
- Wednesday, 8/13 – Kevin Kaarl @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Thursday, 8/14 – Flatland Cavalry with THEBROSFRESH @ The Van Buren
- 8/14 – Lainey Wilson with ERNEST & Kaitlin Butts @ PHX Arena
- 8/14 – Slightly Stoopid with Iration & Little Stranger @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
- 8/14 – Simple Plan with Bowling for Soup, 3OH!3 & LØLØ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Friday, 8/15 – Sorry Papi – The All Girl Rave @ The Van Buren
- 8/15 – The Supervillains & The B Foundation @ Valley Bar
- Saturday, 8/16 – Kurtis Conner @ Arizona Financial Theatre
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
Arizona Cardinals
The preseason begins with matchups against the Las Vegas Raiders on Aug. 23. Check website for game times and ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, azcardinals.com
Summer Wine Series
August 28
The Wine Collective of Scottsdale will provide the drinks at this event located at the Museum of Illusions that you have to see to believe. Tickets include two glasses of wine, charcuterie, access to the museum’s exhibits and music provided by a live DJ. 6-8 p.m. $39.95. Museum of Illusions Scottsdale, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, moiscottsdale.com
Arizona State Fair
September 19-October 26
It’s the perfect time of year for rodeos, monster trucks, carnival rides, deep-fried food and other state fair traditions. There’s also the Coliseum Concert Series, where the Latin pop group Reik is scheduled to perform. Check website for ticket prices and event schedules. Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, 602-252-6771, azstatefair.com
September 24
Benson Boone
After a jaw-dropping set at Coachella, where he performed Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” with the group’s guitarist Brian May, the backflipping singer-songwriter is hitting the road to perform songs from his latest album, American Heart. 8 p.m. Check website for prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 29400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3200, desertdiamondarena.com
