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.
August Events
Phoenix Lock and Key Singles Party
Dorian: 7419 E Indian Plaza Road Scottsdale, AZDate: August 17, 2019Time: 7:00-9:00pmPrice: $21.00
Features:
•Interactive and fun way to socialize, make new friends, meet your match or just to have a great time
•Transforms a regular happy hour into the utlimate ice breaker theme
•Every key matches at least 2-3 locks, so depending on how outgoing you are, you could find your first match within minutes!
The Phoenix Salsa/Bachata Festival
The Camby: 2401 East Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ
Date: August 23, 2019- August 26, 2019
Time: 12:00pm-4:00am
Price: $25-$140 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-phoenix-salsabachata-festival-tickets-55054575718
Features:
•Best in national and international talent to teach, inspire, entertain, and dance with the Phoenix Latin Dance Community
•Three separate rooms: A salsa room, a bachata room, and kizouk room
•Live music and the best DJs in town
Blink-182 & Lil Wayne
blink-182 & Lil WayneAk-Chin Pavilion: 2121 N. 83rd Ave. 85035 Phoenix, AZDate: August 5, 2019Time: Doors open at 7:00pmPrice: Tickets start at $29.99
Features:
•Lil Wayne
•blink-182
•…enough said!
Mary J. Blige & Nas
Ak-Chin Pavilion: 2121 N. 83rd Ave. 85035 Phoenix, AZDate: August 9, 2019Time: Doors open at 8:00pmPrice: $30.99
Features:
•Mary J. Blige
•Nas
•Living legends!
The Rolling Stones
State Farm Stadium: 1 Cardinals Drive 85305 Glendale, AZ
Date: August 26, 2019
Time: Door open at 8:00pm
Price: Tickets starting at $22.25
Features:
•No Filter Tour
•Rescheduled from May 7, 2019
•It’s The Rolling Stones
Kacey Musgraves
Comerica Theater: 400 West Washington Street 85003 Phoenix, AZ
Date: August 27, 2019
Time: Doors open at 8:00pm
Price: Tickets starting at $43.50
Features:
•Oh, What a World: Tour II
•Opening Act: Poolside
•A night with country’s sweetheart
On Par Golf Networking
The Phoenician Golf Club: 6000 East Camelback Road Scottsdale, AZDate: August 29, 2019Time: 3:00pmPrice: $39.99
Features:
•Includes a drink
• 9-hole random pairing & play till dark•$100 prize to winning team•Sponsor Giveaways
D-Backs Bar Crawl
Chase Field: 401 East Jefferson Street Phoenix, AZ 85004Date: August 31, 2019Time: 12:00pm-8:00pmPrice: Super Early bird tickets available for $20 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/d-backs-bar-crawl-tix-and-more-info-at-wwwdbackscombarcrawl-tickets-63498763511
Features:
•Exclusive entry to the pregame Crawl inside Chase Field (Crawlers only 12:00PM to 2:30PM!)
•A ticket to see the D-backs take on the Dodgers after the crawl
•Raffle Prizes
Fun for Kids
Slide the Rails
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park: 7301 E. Indian Bend Road Scottsdale, AZ
Date: August 3, 2019
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Price: $10 for ages 3+, Free for kids under 2
Features:
•7 different water inflatables and slides
•A water inflatable specifically designated for kids 2-4
•Rides on trains and carousel included with wristband
The Wiggles Party Time Tour
Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix
Date: August 5, 2019
Time: 6:30pm
Price: $40
Features:
•Kids can sing and dance to their favorite songs
•Fun for the whole family
•New songs along with the greatest hits
Toddler Test Kitchen
Arizona Science Center: 600 E. Washington Street Phoenix, AZ
Date: August 10, 2019
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Price: $30 per participating child, adults/caregivers are free
Features:
•Culinary adventure for kids two to six
•Hands on parents/child cooking class
•Increase children’s’ self-confidence and help with picky-eating tendencies.
Slime Vegas Arizona Takeover
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale : 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road Scottsdale, AZDate: August 10, 2019Time: 11:00am-5:00pmPrice: $40-$92
Note: Las Vegas’ popular event comes to Scottsdale for one slime-tastic day! https://slimevegas.com/arizona
Features:
•Slime workshops
•Contests
•Giveaways
•Rewards
My Pet Dinosaur
Great Arizona Puppet Theater: 302 W. Latham St. Phoenix, AZ
Date: August 15, 2019
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Price: $8-$12
•Recommended for ages 5+
•Puppet show about a boy getting a dinosaur egg for his birthday
•Colorful and fun!
Never Grow Up Family Festival
Never Grow Up Family FestivalRichi’s Diner: 17221 N. Litchfield Rd #50, Surprise, Arizona
Date: August 18, 2019Time: 3:00-6:00pmPrice: $5 for kids aged 3+, Free for adults & kids under 2
Features:
•PJ party
•Pancakes and mimosas for parents
•characters, face painting, crafts, boutique shopping, tasty treats, games & entertainment
Arizona Cardinals Training Camp
State Farm Stadium: 1 Cardinals Dr, Glendale, AZDate: August 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 17
Time: Vary based on date. See website: https://www.azcardinals.com/events/training-camp/Price: Free
Features:
•Entertainment
•Autograph sessions
•Activities
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