This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for September 8-13.
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
September 11
9/11 Tower Challenge
Honor those whose lives were lost in the 9/11 attacks by climbing 2,071 steps, the same number of stairs in the 110 floors of the Twin Towers. 7 a.m. Registration starts at $30. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, 100club.org
Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Pirates
Through September 19
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
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
Catch Me If You Can: The Musical
Through October 3
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
The Prom
Through September 13
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
CONCERTS & COMEDY
September 8
Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds
How is a band you’ve never heard of headlining a massive arena tour? Well, Johnny Blue Skies is the alter ego of country music superstar Sturgill Simpson. It also provides him an outlet for his passion for party rock, so we suggest you swap your cowboy boots for dancing shoes. 8 p.m. Desert Diamond Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, desertdiamondarena.com
September 8
Shaboozey
The singer behind the hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” was one of the musical pioneers that blended hip-hop with country music. Now he’s back with a concept album, The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales, and a new tour to support it. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
September 9
Foster the People
If you believed you had nailed down Foster the People’s sound after hearing the dark grooves of its 2009 hit “Pumped Up Kicks,” think again. Over the years, it has reinvented itself as an experimental dance-pop group with its latest album, Paradise State of Mind. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
September 10
The Wailers
The latest incarnation of Bob Marley’s legendary backing band, fronted by Julian “Junior” Marvin, is still out there keeping the reggae singer’s legacy alive. 7 p.m. $40.51-$57.39. Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com
September 12
Alan Parsons Live Project
A half century ago, an engineer at the Abbey Road studios released Tales of Mystery and Imagination, a collection of songs inspired by the works of author Edgar Allen Poe. To celebrate this five-decade milestone, the prog-rock legend behind “Eye in the Sky” is hitting the road to perform a setlist full of his hits. 7:30 p.m. $57.39-$278.94. Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com
September 12
Buddy Guy
The influential blues guitarist, who just turned 90, won’t slow down. He still plays more than 100 shows a year and even made an appearance in the Oscar-winning film Sinners. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Showroom at Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler, playatgila.com
SPORTS
Arizona Diamondbacks
Can the Dbacks end their season on a high note? Find out when they take on the Texas Rangers, Sep. 11-13; Miami Marlins, Sep. 14-16; and New York Yankees, Sep. 16-20. Call for times and ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Noche UFC
September 12
Ultimate fighting will commemorate Mexican Independence Day with a fight card that includes Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs. Curtis Blades and Manon Fiorot vs. Alexa Grasso. 11 a.m. Check website for ticket prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, desertdiamondarena.com
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
Arizona Craft Beer Festival
October 31
Brand new location: The Post & Macdonald Plaza 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.
