Things To Do Around the Valley This Week (July 6-12)

This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for July 6-12.
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

PHOENIX Magazine Summer Cocktail Camp
Through September 13

This summer, spend your Sunday afternoons sipping some of the coolest drinks in town. Editor-in-chief Craig Outhier is hosting a 14-week, rotating event featuring the Valley’s top mixologists. These skilled professionals will showcase their expertise by crafting their signature cocktails. 1-3 p.m. $57.68. Visit tickets.phoenixmag.com for a complete list of locations and to purchase tickets.

Camp Zoo
Through July 31

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

Musical Theater Camp
Through July 31

Children can develop skills in acting, singing and dancing in summer sessions hosted by Desert Foothills Theater. Check website for tuition rates, class availability, times and location. dftheater.org

Heard Museum
Through August 31

Paintings from the Heard Collection, through Sept. 7; October Art: The Collection of Delores Brown Abelson, through Oct. 26; Wisdom from the Future, through Dec. 31; and Blue Bird, through March 7, 2027. M-Su, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for ticket prices. 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-252-8848, heard.org

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

Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Through August 15

A mermaid longs to be part of the world above the ocean, so she makes a deal with a sea witch to make her dream come true in this production based on the timeless Disney classic. Check website for times and ticket prices. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com

Rapunzel
Through July 12

You can let your hair down at this puppet play about a princess with a long ponytail who is trapped in a tower. Call for times. $15, adults; $10, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org

Dear Evan Hansen
Through August 2

A high school student grappling with social anxiety disorder finds himself entangled in a tragic event involving the parents of a schoolmate in this award-winning musical. Call for times and ticket prices. Hormel
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

T.I.
July 8

The Atlanta-based actor and rapper recently announced that his latest album, Kill the King, will also be his last. In addition to a setlist of his hits, T.I. will bring his sons, Domani and King Harris, to open the show. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 480-659-1641, livenation.com

Kurt Vile and the Violators
July 10

The indie singer-songwriter, known for the song “Pretty Pimpin,” is hitting the road in support of his album, Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 480-659-1641, livenation.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 Saint Louis Cardinals, July 17-19; Athletics, July 20-22; San Diego Padres, Aug. 3-6; Los Angeles Dodgers, Aug. 7-9; Colorado Rockies, Aug. 10-12; 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 Chicago Sky, July 7; Indiana Fever July 9; Connecticut Sun, July 17 and 19; Golden State Valkyries, July 29; New York Liberty, Aug. 1; Portland Fire, Aug. 16; 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

Arizona Rattlers
July 11

The 2026 season for the Valley’s Indoor Football League Team will come to an exciting end with a game against the Tucson Sugar Skulls, July 11. Call for times and ticket prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 29400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3200, azrattlers.com

 

John Mellencamp
August 9

The singer-songwriter is hitting the road with a playlist of classics he hasn’t performed in years, including “R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A.” and “I Need a Lover.” 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com

Lionel Richie with Earth, Wind & Fire
August 11

Are you going to “Sing a Song” or start “Dancing on the Ceiling”? Now that the latest season of American Idol is over, Richie can do what he does best: perform his decades of hits. Joining him: Earth, Wind & Fire. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, ticketmaster.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.