Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3: ‘Daddy Long Legs’, Various showtimes
The Phoenix Theatre Company; 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix; 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com;
$60–$120
A slow–burn mystery love story musical.
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3: Trevor Noah, 8 p.m.
Gila River Resorts & Casinos: Wild Horse Pass; 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler
1-800-946-4452; ticketmaster.com; $113–$202
Live stand–up comedy for ages 18 and up only.
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3: ‘Hell’s Kitchen’, Various showtimes
ASU Gammage1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe; 480-965-3434; asugammage.com; $46–$214
The Grammy Award–winning musical from Alicia Keys on tour.
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3: ‘Imagine a Dragon’, Various showtimes
Pioneer Living History Museum; 3901 W. Pioneer Road, Phoenix; 602-887-8517; banzerinihouse.org
$20/Adults; $15/Children and seniors
Local youth performers from The Banzerini House take the stage for an epic folk–rock fantasy musical.
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3: ‘Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical’, Various showtimes
The Phoenix Theatre Company; 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix; 602-254-2151; phoenixtheatre.com; $80–$100
A heartfelt tribute to the powerful melodies from the singer legend.
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 17: ‘The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane: The Musical’
Various showtimes
Herberger Theater Center; 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix; 602-252-8497; herbergertheater.org
$30–$55
A world premiere production based on Newbery–winning author Kate DiCamillo’s novel by the same name.
Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3: Maricopa County Home & Flower Show, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
WestWorld of Scottsdale; 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale; 480-312-6815; maricopacountyhomeshows.com/attend; $10/Ages 13 and up; $6/Military with ID; $5/Seniors ages 55 and up or college students with ID; $3/Ages 5–12; Free/Ages 4 and under
Explore the third annual floral showcase featuring millions of petals, plus shop from home and garden vendors, play plant bingo, visit seminars, play indoor pickleball, watch a live magic show, learn at a hands–on workshop and more.
Friday, May 1 & May 15: Daisy Mountain Veterans Bingo Night, 7 p.m.
Daisy Mountain Veterans Post Headquarters; 3701 W. Anthem Way, Anthem
623-742-6050, daisymtnvets.org, Free
Early bird bingo begins at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 2- Nature Play, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
The Phoenix Zoo; 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix; 602-286-3800; phoenixzoo.org; Included in admission: $39.95/Ages 14 and up; $29.95/Ages 3–13; Free/Ages 2 and under
Children of all ages are welcome to explore the park’s enchanted forest to enjoy the natural world in an unstructured way.
Saturday, May 2: Payson Wildlife Fair, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Green Valley Park; 1000 W.Country Club Dr., Payson; 928-472-5110, azgfd.com; Free
The Arizona Game and Fish Department hosts a day of diverse wildlife and outdoor activities alongside the Tonto National Forest and the Town of Payson Parks and Recreation Department.
Saturday, May 2–Sunday, May 3: ‘Triumph and Tragedy: The Greatest Opera Choruses’, Various showtimes
Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St., Phoenix; 602-495-1999, phoenixsymphony.org; $36–$151
The Phoenix Symphony and Chorus perform the choruses of Verdi’s ‘Naucco’ and ‘il trovatore,” Puccini’s “Humming Chorus” from “Madama Butterfly’ and Aaron Copland’s “The Promise of Living” from the opera “The Tender Land.”
Saturday, May 2–Sunday, May 3 – Used Book Sale, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
North Valley Regional Library; 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem; 602-652-3000; evanced.mcldaz.org; Free
Purchase used books, DVDs and audiobooks from the library to benefit local literacy and library programming.
Saturday, May 2 – Scottsdale Sparkle Spring Market, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard; 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale; 480-291-8000; azboardwalk.com
Free
Shopping from over 50 vendors, a “spectacular” raffle, free face painting, glitter tattoos and character appearances.
Sunday, May 3 – AZ Author Book Festival, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Warehouse 15; 215 E. Grant St., Phoenix; 602-649-6116, azauthorbookfestival.com; Free
Meet and greets with over 40 Arizona authors from a variety of genres, book–themed crafts, book signings, inspiring presentations, fun giveaways, raffles, live music and more.
Monday, May 4–Thursday, May 14 – ‘Disconnected Rhythms’, Various showtimes
Herberger Theater Center; 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix; 602-252-8497; herbergertheater.org; $11–$12
An original, one–act tap dance production exploring how the overuse of technology impacts human relationships.
Tuesday, May 5 – Jerry Garcia, 7:30 p.m.
Stand Up Live; 50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix; 480-719-6100; phoenix.standuplive.com; $28.90
Live stand–up comedy.
Wednesday, May 6–Sunday, June 14 – ‘Ever After’, Various showtimes
The Phoenix Theatre Company; 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix; 602-254-2151; phoenixtheatre.com; $60–$120
A bold new musical inspired by the beloved film starring Drew Barrymore.
Thursday, May 7–Sunday, May 17 – ‘Joseph ands The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’, Various showtimes
Musical Theatre of Anthem; 42201 N. 41st Dr.; Ste. B100, Anthem; 602-254-2151; musicaltheatreofanthem.org; $30
Local youth and adult actors ages 6 and up perform the musical tale inspired by Joseph’s experiences in Egypt as a dream interpreter for the Pharaoh.
Thursday, May 7 – Roars & Pours, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
The Phoenix Zoo; 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix; 602-286-3800; phoenixzoo.org; $13
Ages 21 and up can stroll the zoo trails while sipping on craft brews and wines, plus special animal encounters and yard games.
Friday, May 8–Sunday, May 10 – Fiesta Dog Show, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
WestWorld of Scottsdale; 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale; 480-312-6815; fiestadogshows.com; Free admission; $10/Parking
An American Kennel Club dog show featuring all breeds and even puppies. See the full schedule online.
Friday, May 8 – America 250: Symbolic Saguaros, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Cave Creek Regional Park; 37019 N. Lava Lane, Cave Creek; 602-506-2930; maricopacountyparks.net; $7/Vehicle
Drop by for a discussion on the cacti that call our desert home.
Friday, May 8–Sunday, May 10 – Troupe Vertigo: Cirque ‘Carmen’, Various showtimes
Orpheum Theatre; 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix; 602-495-1999; phoenixsymphony.org; $59–$110
Troupe Vertigo performs dazzling acrobatic and impressive displays of athleticism while The Phoenix Symphony performs the live score from Bizet’s “Carmen.”
Saturday, May 9 – Morning Yoga, 7:15–8 a.m.
The Phoenix Zoo; 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix; 602-286-3800; phoenixzoo.org; $10/Members only
A guided yoga session in front of the jaguar exhibit for a serene experience with nature.
Saturday, May 9 – 6th Annual Mompalooza, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard; 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale; 480-291-8000; azboardwalk.com; Free
Spring shopping and chair massages specialized for moms with face painting, bounce houses and slides for the kids and live entertainment and games for the whole family.
Saturday, May 9 – Bubble Bash, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Desert Ridge Marketplace; 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix; 480-513-7586; shopdesertridge.com; Free
A summer kick–off party full of interactive bubble stations, overflowing foam zones, live entertainment, bubble art, chemistry stations, free crafts, games, giveaways and more.
Saturday, May 9 – Verde Valley Wine Festival, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Riverfront Park; 1284 E. Riverfront Road, Cottonwood; 928-639-3200; verdevalleywinefestival.com/saturday-main-event; $25
Sample Arizona’s finest selection of homegrown wines and enjoy tastes from local eateries, shopping with Arizona artisans and live musical performances.
Saturday, May 9 – Discovery Station: Venomous Creatures, Noon–2 p.m.
Lake Pleasant Regional Park; 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown; 602-506-2930
maricopacountyparks.net; $7/Vehicle
Learn all about rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, scorpions, tarantulas and other desert dwellers with tips on what to do when encountered.
Saturday, May 9 – Northern Lights Adventure, 2 p.m.
Madison Center for the Arts; 5601 N. 16th St., Phoenix; 602-495-1999; phoenixsymphony.org; $19–$29
Conductor Alex Amsel and The Phoenix Symphony guide audiences through a multimedia experience featuring visual arts by Dr. Jose Francisco Salgado of the Aurora Borealis with a moving symphonic score.
Saturday, May 9 – NVSO Youth Orchestra Performance, 4 p.m.
North Canyon High School; 1700 E. Union Hills Drive, Phoenix; 623-980-4628, northvalleysymphony.org
Free
North Valley Symphony Orchestra presents a special spring concert by local youth from the North Valley Symphonettes, North Valley Strings and North Valley Youth Orchestra.
Sunday, May 10 – Moments with Mom Brunch, 10 & 11:30 a.m.
Musical Instrument Museum; 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix; 480-478-6000, mim.org; $95
Enjoy a chef–curated brunch buffet by executive chef Paul Steele and pastry chef Vanessa Bejar and heartfelt crafts at a DIY card station.
Wednesday, May 13 – Saturday, May 30: ‘Ballet in Bloom’, 8 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden; 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix; 602-381-0184, balletaz.org; $66–$101
A double feature presentation by Ballet Arizona amidst a natural desert landscape including “Concerto Six Twenty–Two” by Lar Lubovitch and “Reset,” a premiere by Ballet Arizona’s Artistic Director, Daniela Cardim.
Friday, May 15: Art Affaire, 5–7 p.m.
The Finer Arts Gallery; 6137 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek; 480-488-2923, thefinerartsgallery.com; Free
Explore the latest works of over 50 professional Arizona artists specializing in ceramics, glass, wood, jewelry, paintings, photography and more.
Friday, May 15–Sunday, May 24: 2025 Spring Arizona Restaurant Week, 4–9 p.m.
Arizona Restaurant Association; 3333 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix; 602-799-5644; arizonarestaurantweek.com, $33–$55
Explore a diverse selection of eateries throughout Arizona featuring special prix-fixe dinner menus. See the full list of participating restaurants online.
Friday, May 15–Sunday, May 17: Prokofiev & Tchaikovsky, Various showtimes
Symphony Hall; 75 N. Second St., Phoenix; 602-495-1999; phoenixsymphony.org; $29–$151
The Phoenix Symphony performs Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, based on a Russian folk tune, along with Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2 and Karen LeFrak’s “American Promise.”
Friday, May 15–Saturday, May 16: ‘Thunder From Down Under’, Various showtimes
Talking Stick Resort; 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale; 480-850-7734, ticketmaster.com, $48
Live dance routines from the famous Australian male group. Ages 21 and up only.
Saturday, May 16–Sunday, May 17: Collect–A–Con, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday
WestWorld of Scottsdale; 16601 N. Pima Rd.,Scottsdale; 480-312-6815, collectaconusa.com/phoenix
$30–$35/Single day admission; $50/Weekend pass; Free/Ages 7 and under
A pop–culture convention full of vendors featuring collectibles from sports cards and comic books to vintage toys and video games. Plus, celebrity meet and greets, a live performance by Steve Aoki included with admission on Saturday afternoon.
Saturday, May 16: ‘250 Years of America’, 7 p.m.
North Canyon High School Auditorium; 1700 E. Union Hills Drive, Phoenix; 623-980-4628; northvalleysymphony.org; $10
North Valley Symphony Orchestra presents a special concert featuring iconic works by celebrated American composers, including “West Side Story Dances” by Leonard Bernstein, “Adagio for Strings” by Samuel Barber and “An American in Paris” by George Gershwin.
Wednesday, May 20: ‘The Music of Our Time: Sounds of America at 250’, 11 a.m.
Musical Instrument Museum; 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix; 602-495-1999, phoenixsymphony.org
$89–$128
Celebrate American classical music with a concert highlighting the pioneering sounds of Aaron Copland, performed live by The Phoenix Symphony.
Friday, May 22 America 250: Desert Reptiles, 12:45–1:45 p.m.
Cave Creek Regional Park; 37019 N. Lava Ln., Cave Creek; 602-506-2930; maricopacountyparks.net
$7/Vehicle
Step into the air conditioning for a special presentation to learn about the reptiles of the desert.
Friday, May 22–Sunday, May 24: ‘Star Wars Return of the Jedi’ in Concert, Various showtimes
Symphony Hall; 75 N. Second St., Phoenix; 602-495-1999, phoenixsymphony.org
$36–$151
The classic film plays on a giant screen while The Phoenix Symphony performs John Williams’ masterful score live.
Saturday, May 23–Sunday, May 24: Celebrate Reggae, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Musical Instrument Museum; 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix
480-478-6000, mim.org; $10–$27/Adults; $4–$19/Teens ages 13–19; $4–$14/Children ages 4–12; Free/Children 3 and under
Explore the worldwide impact of reggae’s rich musical heritage via drumming workshops, high–energy DJ sets and engaging performances.
Saturday, May 23: Discovery Station Bald Eagles of Lake Pleasant, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Lake Pleasant Regional Park; 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown; 602-506-2930; maricopacountyparks.net; $7/Vehicle
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, learn about the nation’s symbol, the bald eagle, and the protection efforts of the park.
Saturday, May 23: Foam Frenzy, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard; 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale; 480-291-8000; azboardwalk.com; Free
Beat the heat with a giant water party including fire truck water play, squirt battle zones and lots of foam.
Wednesday, May 27: Stifel Stars on Ice, 7 p.m.
Mullett Arena; 411 S. Packard Drive, Tempe; 480-727-0000, ticketmaster.com; $47–$277
U.S. Olympic gold medalist figure skaters perform live.
Thursday, May 28: Kayak to Castle Creek; 9 a.m.–Noon
Lake Pleasant Regional Park; 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown; 602-506-293,
maricopacountyparks.net; $7/Vehicle
Join a group for quality paddle time on the lake while looking for wildlife along the shore. Equipment provided. Registration required.
Friday, May 29–Saturday, May 30: Drew Lynch, 7 p.m. & 9:45 p.m.
Stand Up Live; 50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix; 480-719-6100; phoenix.standuplive.com; $36.90–$46.90
Live stand–up comedy.
Saturday, May 30: Lunch and Learn: The Mighty Saguaro, Noon–1 p.m.
Cave Creek Regional Park; 37019 N. Lava Lane, Cave Creek; 602-506-2930, maricopacountyparks.net
$7/Vehicle
Discuss the qualities of the keystone species of the Sonoran Desert with the park ranger during an enlightening presentation. Registration required.
Sunday, May 31: Arizona Wedding Show, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Phoenix Convention Center: South Building; 33 S. Third St., Phoenix
480-409-9820, arizonaweddingshow.com; $12/Advance purchase; $15/Day of admission; Free/Ages 10 and under
Connect with Arizona’s premier wedding professionals all in one place. Activities include fashion shows, wedding dress sales, cake samples, live music, vendor hall and giveaways.
