This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for June 2-8.
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
Summer Cocktail Camp – Melinda’s Alley
Sunday, June 8 from 1pm to 3pm
PHOENIX magazine’s Cocktail Camp is a spirited, summer-long series that turns Sunday afternoons into mini-vacations. Hosted at top local venues, each event offers a curated cocktail experience led by expert mixologists and hosted by Editor-in-Chief Craig Outhier. $45 + fees per ticket, ages 21+. tickets.phoenixmag.com
Phoenix Fan Fusion
June 6-8
Geeks and nerds unite! Comic book artists, voice performers and actors will be available for meet and greets and autographs. There will also be gaming sessions, after-dark parties and, of course, cosplay fashion parties. If you’re looking for a tribe, you’ll find it here. Guests slated to appear include director Kevin Smith and actor Ron Perlman. Check website for schedule and ticket prices. Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. Third St., Phoenix, phoenixfanfusion.com
Ninja Kidz Live
June 8
The family-friendly YouTubers are coming to Mesa to stop imposters from threatening the multi-verse. Audiences can participate in this stage show filled with physical challenges, games and epic battles. 4 p.m. $40. Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com
U-Pick Garden
June 1-30
Sweet corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, collard greens and other fresh, in-season vegetables are waiting for you to pick them at this West Valley institution. W, F, Sa, 7-11 a.m. $2.50 per pound for most items. Tolmachoff Farms, 5726 N. 75th Ave., Glendale, 602-999-3276, tolmachoff-farms.com
Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson
June 3
The head of the Hayden Planetarium and unofficial sci-fi movie fact-checker will share with audiences the science behind your favorite movies, including The Wizard of Oz and Mary Poppins. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Pod Meets World Live
June 5
Relive your TGIF glory years as actors and podcast hosts Danielle Fishel, Will Friedle and Rider Strong will share stories about their time on the ’90s sitcom Boy Meets World. Expect nostalgia games, a Q&A session and a costume contest. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 480-659-1641, livenation.com
Camp Innovation
June 2-July 25
Children can learn about space exploration, engineering and sea creatures as part of a series of weeklong camps that utilize STEAM learning to engage young minds. Call for times and prices. Arizona Science Center, 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-716-2000, azscience.org
Camp Zoo
June 2-August 1
Children from kindergarten through sixth grade will learn about caring for animals through close encounters with wildlife and STEAM learning activities. Call for times and prices. Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, 602-914-4333, phoenixzoo.org
Winnie the Pooh
June 5-20
Kanga, Roo, Tigger, Piglet and the honey-loving bear from A.A. Milne’s books come to life in this delightful puppet show. Call for showtimes. $15, adults; $10, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org
Children’s Museum Camps
Through August 1
Children between the ages of 5-8 will participate in activities focusing on art and creativity, technology and engineering, and sports. Call for times and prices. Children’s Museum of Phoenix. 215 N. Seventh St., Phoenix, 602-253-0501, childrensmuseumofphoenix.org
Childsplay Summer Theatre Academy
Through July 25
If you have a child who loves the spotlight or needs to come out of their shell, there is a place for them in these theater classes. They’ll learn from professional artists who will engage their imagination and spirit. Check website for enrollment availability and tuition rates. Sybil B. Harrington Campus for Imagination and Wonder at Mitchell Park, 900 S. Mitchell Dr., Tempe, 480-921-5700, childsplayaz.org
Gymnastics Camp
Through August 1
Kids ages 4-18 will participate in gymnastics activities, such as vault, bars and beam, each week revolving around a different theme. Call for times and prices for full and half-day options. Impact Gymnastics Academy, 7812 N. 12th St., Phoenix, 602-870-7574, impactgymaz.com
THEATRE & DRAMA
Into the Woods
Through July 13
The tales of the Brothers Grimm come alive in this musical featuring the music of Stephen Sondheim. Call for times and ticket prices. Hormel Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Leading Ladies
Through June 21
To claim an inheritance, two down-on-their-luck Shakespearean actors dress in drag to fool the bereaved family. Hilarity ensues. Check website for days and times. $30-$40. 8989 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com
The Scarlet Pimpernel
Through June 28
This musical, set during the French Revolution, is based on the classic novel about Sir Percy Blakeney, who must assume a secret identity to save aristocrats from the guillotine. Check the website for days and times. $39-$58. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation
Now through June 22
Musical theater holds a hilarious mirror against itself in this lampoon of Broadway extravagance. Call for times and ticket prices. Judith Hardes Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Now through June 5
Discover the early career of Carole King in this powerful jukebox musical. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org
SPORTS
Arizona Diamondbacks
Baseball season is in full swing as the D-backs take on the Seattle Mariners, June 9-11; San Diego Padres, June 13-15; Miami Marlins, June 27–29 and San Francisco Giants, June 30. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Arizona Rattlers
The Valley’s Indoor Football League Team will battle the Tucson Sugar Skulls, June 14 and Green Bay Blizzard, June 28. Desert Diamond Arena, 29400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3200, desertdiamondarena.com
Phoenix Mercury
Will the Mercury rise this WNBA season? Find out when they take on the Golden State Valkyries, June 5; Seattle Storm, June 7; Dallas Wings, June 11; New York Liberty, June 27 and Las Vegas Aces, June 29. Call for times and ticket prices. PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mercury.wnba.com
Phoenix Rising F.C.
The Rising will hit the pitch to battle Orange County S.C., June 7. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
CONCERTS & COMEDY
Brad Paisley
June 5
The “Mud On the Tires” singer is taking his country music contemporary Walker Hayes on tour for the Truck Still Works World Tour. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
- 6/2 – Barrington Levy @ Crescent Ballroom
- 6/3 – Trousdale with a collab opening set from Beanie, Nia Ashleigh & Buffchick @ Valley Bar
- 6/4 – An Evening with Goose @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- 6/5 – Brad Paisley with Walker Hayes & Avery Anna @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- 6/5 – Pod Meets World Live: The Kids (Still) Wanna Jump! Tour @ The Van Buren
- 6/6 – Alex Warren with Michael Sanzone @ The Van Buren
- 6/7 – Lauren Sanderson with Emeryld @ Crescent Ballroom
- 6/7 – Raveena with Renao @ The Van Buren
- 6/8 – Benches with Pleasure Pill @ Valley Bar
- 6/8 – Tyler Childers with Hayes Carll @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
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. PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
Katy Perry
July 12
With her two-year Las Vegas residency behind her and a new album to promote, Katy Perry is hitting the road with an eagerly anticipated tour that includes a stop in Phoenix. No word if “Left Shark” is making a guest appearance. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, ticketmaster.com
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
July 22-August 3
Baz Luhrmann’s award-winning movie musical about art and love in the famous Paris cabaret in the 19th century is now an award-winning stage production filled with hit songs not included in the 2001 film. Check the website for times and ticket prices. Gammage Auditorium, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, 480-965-3434, asugammage.com
