This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for August 17-23.
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
Benson Boone
August 17
The backflipping singer-songwriter is making his second appearance in the Valley in less than a year to perform songs from his album, American Heart. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mortgagematchupcenter.com
August 22
Arizona Cardinals
The preseason begins with a matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Check website for game time and ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, azcardinals.com
Flashlight Nights
Through September 26
Bring the family to experience a magical nighttime adventure with the 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
THEATRE & DRAMA
August 21-October 3
Catch Me If You Can: The Musical
Steven Spielberg’s film about a con artist on the run from the FBI gets the stage musical treatment. Check website for times and ticket prices. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
August 21-Spetember 13
The Prom
Four Broadway actresses come to a small Indiana town to help a female student who is banned from bringing her girlfriend to her high school prom. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org
Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville
Through August 29
Get ready for mystery and laughs in this adaptation of the Sherlock Holmes story The Hound of the Baskervilles. Check website for days and times. $32-$42. 8989 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com
Les Misérables
Through August 30
Don’t miss this award-winning musical based on the epic Victor Hugo novel. It chronicles one man’s search for resilience and redemption in 19th-century France, and features classic showtunes like “One Day More” and “I Dreamed a Dream.” Call for times and ticket prices. Dr. Stacie J. and Richard J Stephenson Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Pirates
Through August 30
A swashbuckling story will be told on stage. However, one of the actors will be drunk on five shots of whiskey while the sober cast follows their lead. Check website for times and ticket prices. The Rose Theatre, 455 N. Third St., Phoenix, drunkshakespeare.com
CONCERTS & COMEDY
August 21
Train
It’s summer, and you know what that means: the band behind massive hits like “Meet Virginia,” “Hey, Soul Sister” and “Drops of Jupiter” is back on the road. This time around, it will be joined by fellow early 2000s pop-rock icons Barenaked Ladies and folk-rocker Matt Nathanson. 6:45 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, livenation.com
August 23
Tori Amos
The “Silent All These Years” songwriter always puts on an amazing show, often playing two pianos at the same time. When she comes to Valley, she’ll perform hits from her latest album, In Times of Dragons. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Roger Daltrey
August 23
The legendary frontman for The Who is putting on a semi-acoustic show featuring plenty of stories and a setlist made up of classic hits and deep cuts. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Ikeda Theatre at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com
Benson Boone
August 17
The backflipping singer-songwriter is making his second appearance in the Valley in less than a year to perform songs from his album, American Heart. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mortgagematchupcenter.com
Rüfüs Du Sol
August 19
The Australian EDM band is coming to America for its biggest tour yet. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mortgagematchupcenter.com
August 19
Noah Kahan
If you saw Noah Kahan perform on Saturday Night Live earlier this year, then you know why he’s having a moment right now. His voice and lyrics appeal to country fans, but they’re arranged in a style that pop fans love. Most importantly, he just knows how to tell a great story. 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
SPORTS
Arizona Diamondbacks
Will Ketel Marte and the D-backs find a way to the top of NL West? Find out when they take on the Cincinnati Reds, Aug. 21-23; Chicago Cubs, Aug. 24-26; and Philadelphia Phillies, Aug. 31. Call for times and ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Phoenix Mercury
Will the Mercury make another run for the WNBA Finals? There’s only one way to find out. Watch them live as they take on the Atlanta Dream, Aug. 22; Washington Mystics, Aug. 25 and 27; and Toronto Tempo, Aug. 29. Call for times and ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mercury.wnba.com
Phoenix Rising F.C.
The Rising are making another run for the USL Championship. Watch them as they take on Colorado Springs Switchbacks F.C., Aug. 19; and Indy Eleven, Aug. 29. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
August 22
Arizona Cardinals
The preseason begins with a matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Check website for game time and ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, azcardinals.com
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
Arizona Craft Beer Festival
October 31
Brand new location: The Post in Downtown Mesa! Come celebrate the best of Arizona beer at the AZ Craft Beer Festival. PHOENIX magazine, in partnership with the Arizona Craft Brewer’s Guild, is proud to present the 5th Annual AZ Craft Beer Awards, recognizing the best in Arizona brewing! The Festival, held on October 31, 2026, will be the celebration of these awards, bringing the beer community together so we can all enjoy the best Arizona has to offer! October 31, 2026; VIP Entry: 11 AM; General Admission Entry: 12 Noon; Late Admission Entry: 1 PM; Event ends: 4:00 PM. Tickets on sale now at tickets.phoenixmag.com
Jack White
October 3
Arguably Detroit’s best export since the automobile, White presently resides in Tennessee. The prolific guitarist will be coming to the Valley to perform songs from his latest album, the raucous No Name. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, livenation.com
Jack Johnson
October 6
Fans can get a sneak peek at Jack Johnson’s latest documentary, titled SURFILMUSIC, and hear some of the songs on its soundtrack when the “Better Together” singer-songwriter heads out on tour for the first time in four years. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, livenation.com
Labyrinth: In Concert
October 29
It’s been 40 years since David Bowie’s codpiece traumatized a generation of children in Jim Henson’s classic fantasy film. Now you can relive that experience with a live band performing the movie’s classic songs, including “Magic Dance.” 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix, orpheumphx.com
About this guide
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number. Submissions must arrive at least 8-10 weeks prior to the month of publication/event. E-mail to: calendar.events@citieswestmedia.com; or mail to: PHOENIX magazine, 16100 N. 71st St., Ste. 170, Scottsdale, AZ 85254.
