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  1. 3 HR AGO

    Phoenix Events This Weekend: Easter Fun, Sports Action, and Live Entertainment Galore

    Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what's popping in Phoenix this weekend and into next week. Today kicks off with family fun at the Easter Jubilee at Homestead Park on 2602 W Glendale Ave from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., according to the City of Phoenix parks calendar, where kids can hunt eggs, enjoy games, and soak up spring vibes under the sun. Perfect way to start your Saturday! Sports fans, gear up because action is everywhere. Catch the Arizona Rattlers taking on the San Diego Strike Force at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale at 2 p.m., with tickets from just $10. Then, head to Phoenix Municipal Stadium at 5999 E Van Buren for the Arizona State Sun Devils baseball showdown against West Virginia Mountaineers at 6:35 p.m., prices starting at $19. Basketball lovers, don't miss the Phoenix Suns battling the Utah Jazz at the Footprint Center downtown at 7 p.m., tickets from $25. Out at Camelback Ranch Stadium, Boom Ball Fest explodes at 7 p.m. for $12 a pop, blending music and high-energy fun. Music and theater? Phoenix events calendars are buzzing. Drunk Shakespeare roars at The Rose Theatre on 455 N 3rd Street with shows at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., tickets around $107 for hilarious, boozy twists on the Bard. Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony lights up Arizona Financial Theatre at 400 W Washington at 7:30 p.m. for $51-plus. Regional Mexican star El Fantasma rocks Celebrity Theatre at 440 N 32nd St at 8 p.m., from $71. Dance into Rubberband Dance Company's Ever So Slightly at ASU Gammage in Tempe at 7 p.m., $34 entry. Party peeps, Bingo Loco at Marquee Theatre in Tempe starts at 6 p.m. for $50, or hit Club 90s Heated RivalRave at The Van Buren at 8:30 p.m. for $38 of nostalgic rave madness. Swing by Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass early at 7 a.m. for the Ford Championship Saturday round, tickets $55. Later, late-night vibes include Maddy O'Neal at Sunbar Tempe at 9 p.m. for $29. Sunday brings Comedy Drag Brunch Bingo at Mic Drop Mania at 1 p.m., Come From Away at Phoenix Theatre's Stephenson Theatre at 1:30 p.m., and Piano Men tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John at Gila River Wild Horse Pass at 3 p.m. Monday rolls with Des Rocs at The Rebel Lounge, Rin at Valley Bar, and more. Phoenix is alive with energy, listeners—grab tickets fast before they vanish. Thanks for tuning in, and remember to subscribe for more weekly guides. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Phoenix Weekend Events: Something for Everyone from Plants to Golf to Live Music

    Phoenix is absolutely buzzing this weekend with incredible events happening all across the Valley. Whether you're an art lover, sports fan, or just looking for some entertainment, there's something perfect for everyone. Starting today and running through Sunday, the Central Arizona Cactus and Succulent Society is hosting their annual show and sale. If you're into plants, this is a must-see. You can check it out today and tomorrow from eight in the morning until four in the afternoon, and Sunday from eight until three. It's included with membership or general admission, and you'll also get access to an exhibit called Desert Pulse. For those who love sports, the LPGA Ford Championship is tee-ing off at Whirlwind Golf Club in Chandler. Watch the world's top women golfers compete through Sunday, with tickets starting at fifty-six dollars. If golf isn't your speed, the Rank 45 PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour is charging into Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass today and tomorrow. Thirty-five elite bull riders will be taking on some of the toughest bucking bulls in the world in an adrenaline-fueled event. Looking for something more refined? The Spring Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival runs through Sunday at 101 Easy Street in Carefree. Over one hundred thirty juried artists will be showcasing their work alongside live music and wine tastings, with admission just five dollars. Tonight, don't miss the Mesa Easter Pageant at the Mesa Temple at eight o'clock. It's completely free and runs through tomorrow evening. If you prefer live music, there are tons of concerts happening. Pink Martini is performing at Chandler Center for the Arts tonight at seven thirty, and Jonathan Richman is playing the Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix at eight. This weekend, the Rainbows Festival takes over Heritage Square Park in downtown Phoenix on Saturday and Sunday from ten in the morning until six in the evening. It's a free two-day street fair celebrating the LGBTQ plus community with over one hundred fifty exhibitors and live entertainment. On Sunday, the Windsor Square Historic Home Tour invites you to explore beautiful historic homes while enjoying local vendors, live music, and food trucks from eleven in the morning until four in the afternoon. Admission is thirty dollars. There's truly something for every interest this week in Phoenix. Thanks so much for tuning in, and be sure to subscribe for more recommendations. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    Your Ultimate Guide to Whats Popping in Phoenix This Week

    Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what's popping in Phoenix this week, starting right now on this sunny Thursday. Kick things off tonight with the Arizona Wildcats NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 watch party at Dirtbag's in Phoenix from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. According to the University of Arizona Alumni Association, don your Wildcat gear for a steal: a Dirtburger with fries or tots plus a domestic draft beer for just $20 while cheering on the team. Music lovers, tonight's loaded with killer shows. Catch multi-platinum alt-pop band LANY at the Arizona Financial Theatre at 7:30 p.m., as reported by antiMusic.com—perfect for belting out your faves in downtown Phoenix. Over at the Musical Instrument Museum's Music Theater, Classic Albums Live delivers a spot-on tribute to Led Zeppelin's II at 7:30 p.m., per ConcertFix. The Rebel Lounge heats up with Worry Club at 8 p.m., and The Van Buren hosts Humbe at the same time. Dance fans, D.O.D. spins at 9th & Jackson starting at 9 p.m. Swing into Friday and Saturday with the 2026 Ford Championship LPGA golf tournament at Whirlwind Golf Club in nearby Chandler, running Thursday through Sunday, March 26 to 29. YourValley.net highlights it as a milestone event for the Gila River Indian Community, showcasing the stunning course at 5692 W. North Loop Road—grab your clubs or just spectate the pro action. Saturday rocks with Yaima at The Crescent Ballroom at 6:30 p.m. On Sunday, Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony lights up Arizona Financial Theatre at 7:30 p.m., blending her hits with orchestral magic, according to ConcertFix listings. Marvel Studios Infinity Saga Concert Experience runs multiple shows at Orpheum Theatre, like 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. matinees, scoring superhero symphonies. Don't sleep on intimate vibes like Candlelight Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at Phoenix Zoo tonight at 7 p.m., or the open-air 90s Hip-Hop on Strings at 9 p.m. Women in business, hit The Women 360 March Networking & Business Development East Valley Event tonight from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., via Local First Arizona. Phoenix is buzzing, listeners—get out there, make memories under these desert skies, and stay safe. Thanks for tuning in, and remember to subscribe for more weekly scoops. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    Phoenix Events This Week: Baseball, Music, Theater and More

    Hey Phoenix listeners, grab your calendars because today and the rest of this week are packed with epic vibes in the Valley of the Sun. Kick things off tonight with high-energy action at Phoenix Municipal Stadium where the Arizona State Sun Devils take on the New Mexico State Aggies in baseball starting at 6:35 PM—tickets start at just six bucks according to AmericanArenas.com, perfect for a budget-friendly evening under the lights at 5999 E Van Buren. Music lovers, The Maine rocks The Van Buren at 6:30 PM on West Van Buren Street, with tickets from 44 dollars, while metalheads can head to the Nile Theater in Mesa for Varials at 7 PM, prices around 56 dollars per AmericanArenas.com listings. Catch some hoops thrill as the Valley Suns battle the Mexico City Capitanes at Mullett Arena in Tempe at 7 PM—tickets from 19 dollars, a steal for the 5000-seat spot on Packard Drive. Theater fans, Pretty Woman the Musical dazzles at Arizona Broadway Theatre in Peoria at 7:30 PM, starting at 114 dollars, and indie tunes await with Voxtrot at Crescent Ballroom at 8 PM or Cornelia Murr at Rebel Lounge on Indian School Road, both with limited tickets under 60 dollars as reported by Phoenix-az.events. Tomorrow, Thursday, dive into Come From Away at Stephenson Theatre on North Central Avenue at 7 PM, tickets from 82 dollars—Phoenix Theatre's hit show about real-life kindness amid chaos. Rock out to a Classic Albums Live tribute of Led Zeppelin's Led Zeppelin II at the Musical Instrument Museum's theater at 7:30 PM, 80 dollars a pop, or catch Lany at Arizona Financial Theatre around the same time per event calendars. Friday and the weekend heat up with the Arizona Renaissance Festival still running through March 29 in Gold Canyon off US Highway 60—jousting, costumes, and turkey legs galore as highlighted by GoodNightStay's spring guide. Sports continue with the Ford Championship golf at Whirlwind Golf Club, and don't miss ongoing Spring Training games wrapping up soon across Valley stadiums. Music picks up with Dance Fusion at Orpheum Theatre Friday at 6 PM, Rittz at The Rosetta Room, and more. Whether you're chasing beats, swings, or stage magic, Phoenix delivers non-stop fun. Stay safe, hydrate, and make memories. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for more Valley scoops. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    Phoenix This Week: Baseball, Air Shows, and Oddities Galore

    Good morning Phoenix! If you're looking for something exciting to do today and this week, you're in for a treat because this city is absolutely buzzing with incredible events. Right now, the Oddities and Curiosities Expo is happening at the Phoenix Convention Center starting at ten in the morning. This is the perfect spot if you love anything weird, wonderful, and wonderfully strange. We're talking unique artwork, bizarre collectibles, and vendors you won't find anywhere else. Admission is forty-eight dollars, and with a capacity of twenty-nine thousand, there's plenty of room to explore. If you're a baseball fan, you're living your best life today. Spring Training games are happening all around the valley. The Chicago Cubs are taking on the Milwaukee Brewers at Sloan Park in Mesa at twelve oh five in the afternoon, with tickets starting at thirty-four dollars. Meanwhile, over at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, the Colorado Rockies are facing the Athletics at one ten in the afternoon. The San Diego Padres are also playing the Arizona Diamondbacks at Peoria Stadium at one ten pm, with tickets starting at thirty-two dollars. For the culture enthusiasts, Ballet Arizona is performing Cacti and Other Works at the Orpheum Theatre at one o'clock in the afternoon. Tickets start at ninety-six dollars. If you prefer theater, Come From Away is touring through the Phoenix Theatre Stephenson Theatre at one thirty in the afternoon. And if you want something truly spectacular, the Luke Days Air Show is happening right now through tomorrow at Luke Air Force Base in Glendale. This is one of the largest air shows in the entire world, featuring incredible aerial demonstrations and military showcases that will leave you absolutely amazed. Tonight, there's something for everyone. Boyce Avenue is performing at the Crescent Ballroom at seven thirty in the evening. The Phoenix Suns are taking on the Toronto Raptors at the Mortgage Matchup Center at six o'clock if you want some basketball action. The fun doesn't stop here. Throughout the week, you've got Spring Training games continuing, multiple theatrical productions, live music venues hosting everything from tribute bands to international artists, and the NHRA Arizona Nationals celebrating their seventy-fifth anniversary at Firebird Motorsports Park. Phoenix really is the place to be this week. There's something for every age, interest, and budget, so get out there and make some memories. Thank you so much for tuning in. Make sure you subscribe for more Phoenix activity recommendations and local insights. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  6. 21 MAR

    Phoenix Saturday: Greek Festival, Diamondbacks Game, and Symphony Concerts Light Up the Valley

    Hey Phoenix listeners, it's your friendly guide to the Valley of the Sun kicking off this sunny Saturday, March 21st! With temps climbing into the mid-80s and that classic desert breeze, today is packed with vibes from spring festivals to sports action. Head to the Arizona State Fairgrounds right now for the Phoenix Greek Festival, running through tomorrow. According to the official festival site, expect mouthwatering gyros, baklava tastings, live bouzouki music, and folk dancing demos starting at 11 AM—perfect for a family feast under the tents with free entry and $5 parking. Sports fans, don't miss the Arizona Diamondbacks facing the Dodgers at Chase Field this afternoon at 1:10 PM. MLB.com reports it's a day game with fireworks post-win, and tickets start at $20 on the secondary market via Ticketmaster. Over at Footprint Center, the Phoenix Suns tip off against the Clippers at 7 PM—NBA.com highlights Devin Booker dropping 30-plus as usual, with courtside energy that'll have you buzzing. Tonight, dive into music at the Mesa Arts Center where the Phoenix Symphony's "Stars of the Silver Screen" concert at 8 PM features epic scores from Star Wars and Jurassic Park, per their event page. Or catch indie rockers at The Van Buren with local fave Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness headlining—Songkick lists doors at 7 PM, $35 advance. Sunday brings the Phoenix Marathon downtown starting at 6 AM, according to race organizers Run Phoenix—spectate along Central Avenue with cheer zones and finisher parties at Margaret T. Hance Park till noon. Families, the Phoenix Zoo's Wild West Weekend kicks off with cowboy storytelling and reptile shows from 9 AM, as noted on their site. Monday through Wednesday, catch the Arizona Wine Festival at Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek, evenings from 6 PM per VisitPhoenix.com—wine tastings, food trucks, and live bands under the stars, $40 tickets. Midweek highlight: Thursday's First Friday art walk in downtown Phoenix roars back with 80+ galleries open till 10 PM, street performers, and food pods—Experience Phoenix confirms free shuttle service and kid zones. Weekend peaks Friday with the Gem Show after-parties at Tucson Mineral Show extensions popping up at Phoenix Convention Center, per Rock & Gem magazine, plus the Suns hosting the Lakers Saturday night. Whatever you choose, stay hydrated and wear sunscreen. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for more Valley adventures! This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  7. 20 MAR

    Your Ultimate Phoenix Weekend Guide: NHRA Racing, Spring Training Baseball, and Must-See Entertainment

    Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what's popping in Phoenix this weekend—starting right now on this sunny Friday! Kick things off with high-octane action at the NHRA Arizona Nationals, celebrating its 75th anniversary at Firebird Motorsports Park in Chandler. Qualifying rounds fire up at 9:30am and noon today, with eliminations ramping up Saturday at 10am and Sunday wrapping the thrill—tickets from $46, and juniors 12 and under get in free with a paid adult, according to racefirebird.com. Baseball fans, spring training is in full swing! Catch the Arizona Diamondbacks battling the Milwaukee Brewers at 6:10pm tonight at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, prices from $35 per phoenix-az.events. Over in Phoenix proper, the Spring Breakout matchup pits Milwaukee Brewers Prospects against Seattle Mariners Prospects at 2:10pm today at American Family Fields of Phoenix, just $10 a ticket. More games tomorrow, like Seattle Mariners at Peoria Stadium at 6:10pm. Craving foodie heaven? Dive into the FoodieLand Food Festival at Arizona State Fairgrounds on West McDowell Road, running Friday 3pm to 10pm through Sunday 1pm to 10pm. Sample global flavors from local spots, grab general admission for $13, and note parking's $12—kids 5 and under free, as broadwayworld.com details. It's the perfect family feast! Music lovers, Phoenix Symphony Hall hosts Phoenix Pops: The Music of Elton John with Michael Cavanaugh at 7:30pm tonight, tickets from $68. Blues queen Sue Foley strums at Chandler Center for the Arts at 7:30pm for $40. Laugh out loud with Ali Siddiq at Celebrity Theatre at 7pm, $75 up, or catch the hilarious Drunk Shakespeare at The Rose Theatre, same time, $107. Ballet Arizona's Cacti & Other Works dazzles at Orpheum Theatre at 7:30pm. Saturday heats up with the Oddities and Curiosities Expo at Phoenix Convention Center from early morning, plus Volumes band at The Rosetta Room in Mesa at 6pm. Don't miss the Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival, Arizona Aloha Festival in Tempe, and Luke Days Air Show in Glendale through Sunday, as Copper Courier highlights 27 epic events. FoodieLand continues, and NHRA roars on. Sunday wraps with more racing finals, festival vibes, and Mask Alive Festival in Mesa. Gear up, Phoenix—adventure awaits! Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for more weekly scoops! This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  8. 19 MAR

    Phoenix This Week: Live Music, Theater, and March Madness Action Await

    Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what's popping in Phoenix this week—starting right now on this sunny Thursday, March 19, 2026! Whether you're craving live tunes, theater thrills, or family fun, Phoenix is delivering the goods through the weekend and beyond. Let's dive in and plan your adventure. Kick off tonight with high-energy vibes at Mountain Park Church on South 48th Street, where Irish folk-rock band Rend Collective takes the stage at 7 p.m. Expect anthemic hits like "My Lighthouse" and fresh tracks from their album FOLK!, perfect for singing, dancing, and that uplifting communal feel in their intimate venue. If theater's your jam, catch the touring production of Come From Away at Phoenix Theatre's Stephenson Theatre—shows at 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., telling the heartwarming true story of 9/11 strangers bonding in Newfoundland. Dance fans, don't miss Ballet Arizona's Cacti & Other Works at Orpheum Theatre, with tickets starting around $121 for elegant contemporary moves. And for a gritty edge, Radium Dolls rocks Valley Bar at 8 p.m., blending punk and indie energy in downtown's coolest spot. Swing by Downtown Chandler this evening for the Lucky to Be Local Third Thursday Market, featuring fresh local eats, artisan goods, and that neighborhood buzz. Up in Sun City West, Explore The World Travel Club hosts the Heart of the River AmaWaterways showcase—dream about luxury river cruises while sipping and learning. Friday and into the weekend, March Madness fever hits with NCAA First Round games—catch the action at sports bars or fan zones across town, as brackets bust wide open. Tech lovers, Arizona Tech Week countdown is on, with Phoenix events like tech trivia nights, racecar simulators, and Topgolf AI chats firing up soon statewide. Families, noon today marks the opening of PHXPlays Summer Camp registration at phoenix.gov/youthcamps—snag spots for kids 6-12 with themed games, crafts, and field trips starting this summer. Fair fans, Arizona State Fair's Wonder Bundle drops exclusively for members through March 22, packing rides, games, and admission savings. Weekend highlights include more Come From Away shows, lingering Rend Collective energy, and pop-up markets like those at Cosanti for bronze casting workshops. Grab spring wildflower art exhibits or Chula Seafood specials for flavor-packed outings. Phoenix, you're alive with music, stories, and innovation—get out there and make memories under these desert skies! Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for more weekly guides. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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Events in Phoenix" Explore Phoenix, Arizona through our daily podcast. Get the latest news on local events, festivals, outdoor activities, and more. Stay connected to the vibrant happenings in the Valley of the Sun."

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