Things To Do Around the Valley This Week (July 20-26)

This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for July 20-26.
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

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents the Greatest Show on Earth
July 23-26

The classic three-ring circus has been reimagined with even more death-defying performances than ever before. Highlights include the Double Wheel of Destiny, where performers jump rope on wheels that move through the air, acrobats flying through the sky and a bicycle troupe performing mind-blowing stunts. Check website for times and ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mortgagematchupcenter.com

Taste in Tempe
Through July 26

It’s much too hot to cook, so why not give yourself a break while exploring Tempe’s burgeoning culinary scene? Participating eateries are offering customers specially crafted prix fixe menus so you can find your new favorite restaurant. Visit tempetourism.com for more details and a list of restaurants.

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

July 23-August 29
Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville

Get ready for mystery and laughs in this adaptation of the Sherlock Holmes story The Hound of the Baskervilles. Check website for days and times. $32-$42. 8989 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com

The Circus Farm
July  26

Bring the family for this circus filled with juggling, stunts, games and a giant robot. 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. $10-$12. Nesbitt/Elliott Playhouse at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com

Rumpelstiltskin
Through August 9

This fairy tale about a woman who promises her firstborn to a mysterious little man with a very long name gets a hilarious twist in the hands of the puppeteers of the Great Arizona Puppet Theater. Call for times. $15, adults; $8, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org

Les Misérables
Through August 30

Don’t miss this award-winning musical based on the epic Victor Hugo novel. It chronicles one man’s search for resilience and redemption in 19th-century France, and features classic showtunes like “One Day More” and “I Dreamed a Dream.” Call for times and ticket prices. Dr. Stacie J. and Richard J Stephenson Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com

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

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

July 22
Suki Waterhouse

The indie artist and occasional actress will be kicking off her tour in support of her latest album, Loveland, right here in Phoenix. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com

July 25
The Stray Cats

After its frontman Brian Seltzer dealt with several health issues, the legendary rockabilly band behind “Rock This Town” is hitting the road to strut its stuff on stage. 7:30 p.m. $72.16-$141.79. Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.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 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 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

Phoenix Rising F.C.

The Rising are making another run for the USL Championship. Watch them as they take on Hartford Athletic, July 25; Colorado Springs Switchbacks F.C., Aug. 19; and Indy Eleven, Aug. 29. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.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.