This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for September 3-7.
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
ASU Football
September 5
The Sun Devils take on Morgan State University, Sep. 5; Baylor University, Oct. 3; University of Hawai’i at Mānoa, Oct. 10; and Kansas State University, Oct. 24. Call for times and ticket prices. Mountain America Stadium, 500 E. Veterans Way, Tempe, 480-727-0000, thesundevils.com
September 2-19
Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Pirates
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
Through 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
Through September 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
CONCERTS & COMEDY
September 5
Zach Bryan
Zach Bryan may be filed under “Country,” but the “Something in the Orange” singer probably has more in common with New Jersey’s Bruce Springsteen than he does with Nashville, setting the record for the largest ticketed concert in the United States with his American everyman appeal. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, statefarmstadium.com
September 6
My Chemical Romance
The emo band’s groundbreaking 2006 album The Black Parade will come to life in this extravagant show. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, ticketmaster.com
SPORTS
ASU Football
September 5
The Sun Devils take on Morgan State University, Sep. 5; Baylor University, Oct. 3; University of Hawai’i at Mānoa, Oct. 10; and Kansas State University, Oct. 24. Call for times and ticket prices. Mountain America Stadium, 500 E. Veterans Way, Tempe, 480-727-0000, thesundevils.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.
