There’s no denying it, summer in the desert is hot. But that doesn’t mean that it’s short on fun. Whether you’re looking for adult-only events or something where you can bring the kids along, the Valley of the Sun has a lot to offer.

July Events


First Friday Art Walks

Roosevelt Row: 333 East Roosevelt Street Phoenix, AZ

Date: July 5, 2019

Time: 6:00-10:00pm

Price: Free

Note: Can’t make it First Friday? Make sure to check out Third Friday’s “Gallery Night.”

Features:

  • Art, art, and more art!
  • Complimentary trolley tour
  • Local restaurant deals

Beer n' Bingo

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art: 7374 E. 2nd Street Scottsdale, AZ

Date: July 19, 2019

Time: 7:00pm

Price: $15

Note: By tickets in advance at https://smoca.org/event/beer-n-bingo/

Features:

  • Bingo
  • Craft beer samples
  • Cash bar
  • Snacks

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I Mom So Hard Tour

Talking Stick Resort: 9800 East Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ

Date: July 27, 2019

Time: 7:00pm

Price: Tickets start at $30 and can be purchased online at https://www.dannyzeliskopresents.com/event/1799488-i-mom-so-hard-scottsdale/

Features:

  • Funny ladies Kristen Hensley and Jen Smedley discuss the good, bad, and funny of motherhood—with the help of a bottle of red wine.
  • Lots of laughs
  • A night away from the kids

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Paddleboard Yoga

The Saguaro Hotel (Picante Pool): 4000 North Drinkwater Boulevard Scottsdale, AZ

Date: The First Thursday of Every Month

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Price: $45 by calling 480-463-6686 or emailing info@riverboundsports.com

Features:

  • Sunset session at the Saguaro’s beautiful pool
  • Classes designed for all skill levels
  • Instructors work with each student to provide modifications as necessary

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Release Pool Party

Talking Stick Resort: 9800 East Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ

Date: Saturdays until September

Time: 1:00-7:00pm

Price: Ticket prices vary based on date, VIP cabanas available for rent at https://www.releasevip.com/

Features:

  • Drink specials
  • Promotional giveaways
  • A stellar list of DJs

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Liquid Sunshine Scottsdale Ultimate Pool Party

Hotel Adeline: 5101 North Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ

Date: Saturdays until September

Time: 1:00-6:00pm

Price: Free

Note: Private cabanas available to rent at https://www.hoteladeline.com/play/liquid-sunshine/

Features:

  • DJs
  • Signature Cocktails
  • Daybeds

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Bring the Little Ones


Summer Spectacular Art Walk

Downtown Scottsdale

Date: July 11, 2019

Time: 6:30-9:00pm

Price: Free

Features:

  • Exhibits by international artists
  • Refreshments
  • Entertainment
  • Immersive decor

Winter in July

Phoenix Zoo: 455 North Galvin Parkway Phoenix, AZ

Date: July 13, 2019

Time: 7:00-11:00am

Price: $14.95-$24.95

Features:

  • 50 tons of snow
  • Wet and wild play areas
  • Icy treats


Experience France

Musical Instrument Museum: 4725 East Mayo Boulevard Phoenix, AZ

Date: July 13, 2019 & July 14, 2019

Time: 9:00-5:00pm

Price: $27 for adults, $19 for teens, $14 for children 4 and up

Note: Celebrate Bastille Day in the Valley

Features:

  • Live musical performances
  • French merchandise in the museum store
  • French inspired menu in the café


Phoenix Foam Fundays

Desert Ridge Splash Pad: 21001 North Tatum Boulevard Phoenix, AZ

Date: July 16, 2019

Time: 6:00-7:30pm

Price: Free

Features:

  • A foam zone full of bubbles
  • Foam inspired activities
  • Dancing and live music
  • Giveaways

Special Events for Independence Day


Fabulous Phoenix Fourth

Steele Indian School Park: 300 East Indian School Road Phoenix, AZ

Date: July 4, 2019

Time: 6:00-10:00pm (Fireworks at 9:30pm)

Price: Free

Features:

  • One of the largest fireworks displays in the Southwest
  • Two stages featuring music and entertainment acts
  • Festival-style food and beverage
  • Interactive exhibits
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Classics car display
  • Rides and inflatables
  • Water spray zone

Forthnight 4th

WestWorld of Scottsdale: 16601 N. Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

Date: July 4, 2019

Time: 4:00-9:30pm (Fireworks at 9pm)

Price: $15, if purchased in advance at: www.scottsdale4th.com  (Children under 5 are free)

Note: Fireworks only are $20 per car

Features:

  • Fortnight 4th Experience: Watch Pro Gamers Live on Giant Screen, Battle Royale Laser Tag, Live DJ Dance Party- Show off your best Fornite moves, Build-a-Fort and Axe it Down, Fortnite Nerf Target Practice, Fortnite Temporary Tattoos, Contests and Prizes, Fortnite Themed Food and Beverages
  • Kids Zone ride including: Uproar Carnival Ride, Tubs of Fun, Ballistic Swing, 20-foot-tall Ferris Wheel, Adrenaline Rush Obstacle Course & more!
  • Good Karma K9Z Stunt Dog Show
  • Appearances by Captain Marvel and Captain America
  • Meet & Greet with Curious George
  • Pony Rides and Petting Zoo from Carter's Farm
  • Food & Drinks for Kids and Adults
  • …and a lot more!

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4th of Zooly

Phoenix Zoo: 455 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Date: July 4, 2019

Time:7:00-10:00pm

Price: $45 for Adults, $35 for Children 3-12 years old, Free for children under 2

Reservations required: https://store.phoenixzoo.org/

Note: Several animal exhibits will be closed

Features:

  • •Catered BBQ dinner
  • •Free Endangered Species Carousel rides
  • •Special animal appearances and a live DJ
  • •View of Tempe Town Lake Fireworks Display

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July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival

Tempe Beach Park: 620 North Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ

Date: July 4, 2019

Time: 5:00-11:00pm

Price: General Admission Tickets- $8 for Adults, Free for Children under 12 and those with active Military ID, VIP Garden Tickets- $30 + service charge and include: Fireworks in a misted area, a BBQ dinner, and two drink tickets.

Reservations for VIP Garden required: http://tempe4th.com/

Note: Check out the website for Tempe’s clear bag policy

Features:

  • •A variety of food vendors
  • •Face painters
  • •Relay races
  • •An inflatable village for all ages
  • •Live entertainment
  • •Kiwanis Club’s Fireworks Spectacular

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Fourth at the Fountain

Fountain Park: 12925 North Saguaro Boulevard, Fountain Hills, AZ

Date: July 4, 2019

Time: 6:00-10:00pm

Price: Free

Note: Be sure to bring chairs and blankets to comfortably watch the fireworks display.

Features:

  • Live DJ
  • Bounce houses
  • Climbing wall
  • Giveaway and prizes
  • Fireworks over the lake


Arizona Diamondbacks' Fireworks Spectacular: AZ Diamondbacks take on the Colorado Rockies

Chase Field: 401 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ

Date: July 5, 2019

Time: 6:10pm

Price: Varies based on seats- https://www.mlb.com/dbacks/tickets/promotions/themes/fireworks

Features:

  • America’s pastime
  • Air-conditioned stadium
  • Fireworks display after the game

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Market Report June 2019