This weekend in Maricopa, AZ

This no-cost workshop for women focuses on building confidence behind the wheel and caring for a car through practical, hands-on learning. Participants receive an introduction to basic vehicle upkeep, including how to check tires, oil, and other fluids, what to do in an emergency, essential road safety practices, and preventive maintenance that can help save money. A dedicated segment led by an auto insurance professional explains why coverage matters, the types of protection available, what to do after an accident, how to safeguard yourself, your family, and your assets, and ways to avoid costly mistakes. Seating is limited. The program is designed to provide practical tools that support independence, safety, and personal well-being.

Start the day with a cool desert stroll alongside your canine companion as the Garden welcomes pups and their people onto its trails. Along the way, find hydration stations for easy water refills, shaded places to rest, and plenty of scenic spots perfect for photos. Please note that dogs are not permitted in Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s, The RAF Gallery, the Butterfly Pavilion, or the Cactus Clubhouse. For everyone’s safety and comfort, keep dogs leashed, licensed, and current on vaccinations, and clean up after your pet by placing bagged waste in the trash. Remain in control of your dog at all times. Any dog that is aggressive toward people or other dogs will be asked to leave the Garden. Watch for cactus pieces and other debris on the trail, keep pets on the path, and monitor them for signs of heat stress. Water fountains and refill stations are available throughout the Garden to help you stay hydrated.

Icons Sports Grill hosts a spirited watch party as Nebraska takes on the Ohio Bobcats. Huskers N Arizona members, Nebraska fans, alumni, and friends come together to cheer, enjoy food and cold drinks, and share the game day energy. The focus is all Cornhusker pride from kickoff to the final whistle. Go Big Red!

A big Classic bowling event is set for Bowlero Kyrene in Chandler, Arizona, featuring a prize fund that is guaranteed no matter how many people enter. Top payouts include $6,000 for first with the Progressive Pot or $5,000 without, followed by $2,500 for second, $1,500 for third, and $1,000 for fourth. There is a $250 low-to-cash award, plus $100 for each round advanced from the Cashers Round through the Eliminator Rounds. The tournament offers four divisions and welcomes bowlers of all skill levels. Registration is open, and an early-bird entry fee of $109 is available. Qualifying leads into the Cashers Round and then the Eliminator Finals.

Experience the richness of Japan through vibrant cultural performances, hands-on workshops, and presentations led by curators. The program is supported in part by the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture and the Arizona Commission on the Arts. Additional details will be shared as they become available.

Take a break from everyday demands with a restorative wellness day at Summer Spa Saturday. Explore Red Light Reset, relax in a far infrared sauna, breathe easy at the oxygen bar, enjoy essential oil aromatherapy, soak your feet in Epsom salt, unwind in dedicated quiet spaces, and refresh in the salt water mineral outdoor pool. The experience is crafted to nourish body, soul, and spirit. Space is limited. A suggested donation of $55 to $95 applies. The address is available after registration.

Find a lovable companion at this adoption event at Petco, where rescued dogs will be ready to meet prospective families. Visitors can stop by without an appointment, and there is also an option to book a meeting with a pup chosen in advance so that dog is set aside for you during the event. Every adoption includes medical records and comprehensive care already provided, including vaccinations, de-worming, flea and tick prevention, microchipping, and spay or neuter surgery. Adoption fees vary by dog and start at $250, treated as a partially tax-deductible contribution that helps support care for more than 500 dogs. For questions, call or text 888.508.8943.

The Lit Experience 2026 brings authors to Phoenix for a gathering focused on good vibes and genuine connections. It features a no-cost book expo, a celebratory after-party, and an upscale brunch, all under one roof. Tickets can be reserved with an RSVP, and availability may be limited.

An open play session for the Pokemon Trading Card Game where participants can receive promo packs. New players and walk-ins are welcome, and the event is friendly to all ages.

Settle into a multi-sensory film that revives the art of listening by transforming Salvage Enterprise by The Polyphonic Spree into a cinematic journey shaped by sound. Inventive visuals elevate each song, tracing themes of hope, resilience, and renewal with an openhearted and human touch. Stepping away from everyday noise, the presentation encourages deep attention to the album’s emotional arc as music and imagery work together. The result is an uplifting experience that blends art and sound into a restorative space where endurance and beauty come back into focus.

This beginner-friendly archery class for adults focuses on essential skills, proper form, and building steady technique in a relaxed, social setting. Participants receive supportive, hands-on guidance with plenty of practice to grow confidence shot by shot. No prior experience is required, and you do not need to bring equipment, simply arrive ready to learn.

SanTan Gardens hosts So What as the Joe experience arrives in Chandler. Standing room only admission is $15 in advance or $18 on the day, with 60 spots available. VIP seating is $40 and comes with a meal plus seating with table service, with 24 VIP seats noted.

J. David Sloan & The Lucky Buckle Band bring their show to Maricopa's Duke's Roadhouse for their first weekend at the venue with a two-night run.

Zach Bryan leads a performance at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, joined by MJ Lenderman and Fey Fili. The lineup brings multiple acts to one stage at this stadium venue.

Liars Who Lie brings a night of live entertainment to the Rooster, filling the set with songs people love to hear.

Karaoke lights up Natalie’s Bar & Grill in Gilbert, AZ. Elite Karaoke & DJ Services hosts the entertainment, and food and drinks are available.

Every Saturday, The Stadium Club in Chandler, Arizona hosts karaoke led by Elite Karaoke & DJ Services. Guests can enjoy food and drinks while taking a turn at the mic or cheering on the singers.

Santisi Brothers Pizzeria, Sports Bar and Grill in Phoenix hosts Saturday night karaoke with DJ Zander. Karaoke is presented by Elite Karaoke & DJ Services, and the venue offers food and drinks to enjoy between songs.

Take on 4.5 miles entirely uphill in Jerome, Arizona, a historic mining community. From the first step to the last, it is a steady climb set within a town known for its mining past.

Explore the culture of Japan through live performances, hands-on workshops, and talks led by a curator. This programming receives partial support from the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture and the Arizona Commission on the Arts. More information will be shared soon.

This beginner friendly workshop led by Katy explores the essentials of reading tarot. Expect a thorough look at card meanings through archetypal symbolism, an overview of tarot history, and guidance for moving beyond guidebooks to read intuitively. The class covers lower and higher risk approaches to practice, ways to cultivate a relationship with the cards and your own intuition, and practical steps to read for yourself as well as for others. It presents tarot as a psychospiritual tool to find wisdom in the past, navigate the present, and predict the future. Reservation required. Cost is $50, cash preferred.

Master Teacher Folade, also known as Maalik, with Drums Are Life LLC leads a fun meet and greet focused on group drumming at Encanto Park. Participants are encouraged to bring a drum or other percussion instrument, and instruments will be available if needed. Donations are welcome, and RSVPs help the organizers know how many to expect. To find the group, head to the parking lot by Enchanted Island Amusement Park and look for the gathering next to the entrance.

A free community drum circle takes place on the second floor of the downtown library. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

F. W. Murnau’s Faust screens at the historic Orpheum Theatre in a centennial tribute to one of silent cinema’s defining works. The 1926 classic follows an elder scholar who makes a pact with the devil for renewed youth, power, and worldly indulgence, showcasing striking imagery and trailblazing effects that shaped the art form. An original live score will be performed by the Phoenix-based Mysterium Quartet, marking the ensemble’s sixth appearance at the Orpheum since 2022. Recognized for inventive silent-film accompaniment, the group blends classical technique with contemporary influences to create an immersive musical setting that heightens every scene. Presented by the Friends of the Orpheum Theatre, this event offers a chance to experience the film as it was intended... on a large screen with live music in a historic movie palace. All proceeds benefit the historic Orpheum Theatre.

A century after its debut, F. W. Murnau’s Faust (1926) returns to the big screen at the historic Orpheum Theatre. The film follows an aging scholar who strikes a pact with the devil for renewed youth, power, and worldly pleasures, and it is celebrated for visionary imagery and pioneering special effects that helped shape the silent era. This centennial screening features an original live score by the Phoenix-based Mysterium Quartet, marking the ensemble’s sixth appearance at the Orpheum since 2022. Recognized for inventive accompaniment, the group blends classical technique with contemporary influences to craft an immersive musical setting that highlights the drama for modern audiences. Presented by the Friends of the Orpheum Theatre, this event offers a rare chance to encounter a landmark of silent cinema as intended, on the big screen with live music in one of the Southwest’s most stunning movie palaces. All proceeds support the historic Orpheum Theatre.

Brazilian Day AZ Family brings a lively, all-ages celebration of Brazilian culture to Backyard Bar in Gilbert. Presented by BR Nights Events, this community gathering honors Brazil’s Independence Day with live music, food, and family activities. A Brazilian band and a DJ keep the energy high, and the Brazilian national anthem will appear on the big screen. Kids can take part in a Colors of Brazil costume contest with prizes, along with face painting and hair tinsel. Prize giveaways continue throughout the event, highlighted by a drawing for a trip for two to Florida. Authentic Brazilian food and drinks will be available. Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to wear green, yellow, blue, and white while enjoying an inviting atmosphere that celebrates music, traditions, and community.

A casual pickleball session in the activity center at First United Methodist Church of Gilbert welcomes participants of any age and skill level. New players can get help learning the game, and spare paddles are available to use. The setting emphasizes friendly play and fellowship.

Matinee karaoke at Rips Bar in Phoenix, AZ features Elite Karaoke & DJ Services. Enjoy a drink and take your turn at the mic to sing.

My Chemical Romance brings the Long Live The Black Parade Tour to Chase Field in Phoenix, AZ. The band appears at the venue as part of the tour.

My Chemical Romance takes the stage at Chase Field with Jimmy Eat World joining the lineup. Tickets go on sale.

My Chemical Romance and Jimmy Eat World perform live at Chase Field in Phoenix. Both bands share the bill for a concert at this venue.

At Desert Rat Games, a volunteer Dungeon Master leads a custom Dungeons & Dragons campaign that blends rules from 3rd, 4th, and 5th editions. Players of any experience level are welcome, and pre-generated characters are available if you would rather not build one from scratch. Play continues until the Dungeon Master wraps up the adventure.

Karaoke at Duke’s Roadhouse in Maricopa features DJ Mr. Wayne and is provided by Elite Karaoke & DJ Services. Food and drinks are available.

Paracosm Dance brings VISITORS back to the Orpheum Theatre in feature-length form, shifting the work from a live performance to a cinematic experience inside the historic venue designed for both stage and screen. Presented by Friends of the Orpheum Theatre, the film was captured over two evenings with thirteen cameras to place viewers closer than ever to its eerie world shaped by indie horror video games and the unruly energy of dance theatre. Conceived by Alyssa Johnson as a two act journey, the story unfolds through contemporary dance, capoeira, ballet, Lindy Hop, and physical theatre. It traces a path from mounting unease to full horror, confronting anguish, indifference, and what it costs to stand on either side of a closed door. Paracosm Dance is a multimedia company known for immersive theatrical environments where movement, original score, integrated design, and unconventional dramaturgy collide to build layered worlds of imagination and physicality. The work has earned strong critical attention, with writers such as Kyra Laubacher of Dance Magazine and J. Nero-McArthur of BLL highlighting its gripping atmosphere, rigorous pacing, and Johnson’s precise, visceral performance.

Rips Bar in Phoenix, AZ hosts karaoke powered by Elite Karaoke & DJ Services, promoted as the Valley's best. Attendees can enjoy drinks and take the stage to sing their favorite songs.

Plan ahead with the venue’s entry policies. This event is for ages 13 and up. Guests ages 5 to 12 must be with a parent or legal guardian, and children 4 and under are not permitted. Security screening includes a bag policy. Bags up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches are allowed, and backpacks are not permitted. Every bag will be inspected before entry, and non-clear bags may receive additional screening. Supporting acts may change without notice. Ticket access includes a public onsale, Citi cardmember presale and preferred tickets, and a Live Nation presale.