Rosé all day...and night...and weekend (we won't judge) as the Valley welcomes National Rosé Day on June 8 or take in some must-see musicals, arts and live music during the action-packed weekend of June 7 to June 9.
Friday
7th Annual Flagstaff Blues and Brews
The 7th Annual Flagstaff Blues and Brews fest grows to two days this year, June 7 and June 8, in the cool air of Northern Arizona. This year’s festival includes performances by The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band, Larkin Joe, Samantha Fish and Tab Benoit. There will be a total of 10 bands as well as beer, wine, arts and craft vendors, a variety of food vendors and a kid’s area. Tickets start at $30; kids 12 and under are free.
Celebrate World Oceans Day
Celebrate World Oceans Day and get a free, reusable, insulated lunch bag with any purchase from Rubio’s Coastal Grill. Bring the coupon to any Rubio's Coastal Grill location on June 7 and 8, while supplies last. With the eatery’s long-standing commitment to the ocean and sustainability, Rubio’s has celebrated World Oceans Day for eight years, gifting more than 160,000 reusable bags. New this year, Rubio’s is giving out reusable lunch bag totes as a replacement to using paper or plastic bags.
“Legally Blonde the Musical” at Desert Stages Theatre
Desert Stages Theatre welcomes “Legally Blonde the Musical," a musical adaptation of the novel “Legally Blonde” by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture under the same name. There will be performances all weekend long—Friday, Saturday and Sunday—with an ending date of Sunday, June 16. Ticket prices vary.
Saturday
Discovery Day at Taliesin West
In celebration of Frank Lloyd Wright's 152nd birthday on Saturday, June 8, the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is inviting the community to the first-ever Discovery Day where guests are invited to a day of exploring Taliesin West and enjoying live entertainment, film showings and pop-up shops from local makers. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Advance registration is required.
Cool Dining in LON’S Underground Wine Cellar
The return of summer also means the return of the one-of-a-kind culinary experience in the underground wine cellar at LON’s at the Hermosa. Now through Sept. 15, the hotel's signature restaurant will open its private subterranean wine cellar to offer guests a special five-course tasting menu ($69 plus tax and tip per person) along with a wine pairing option (additional $35 per person). The cellar – kept at 57 degrees – is normally available exclusively for private events, but will now be open for parties of two or more, Thursday through Sunday nights. Reservations can be booked up to seven days in by calling LON’s at 602.955.7878.
Drink Pink at Beckett’s Table
Beckett’s Table in Phoenix invites guests to get tickled pink for the second-annual Rosé Week now through Sunday, June 9. The summer staple will be offered by the glass and bottle, as well as a rosé flight including three 2-oz. tastings for $14 per person. Guests will be able to choose from a variety of still and sparkling rosés perfect for summertime sipping. Chef Beckett will also prepare a rosé-friendly pairing menu.
“Rosé All Day” at Tres Tempe
Guests of Tres Tempe Restaurant are invited to “rosé all day” in honor of National Rosé Day on Saturday, June 8. In celebration of this rosy day, Tres is offering 25 percent off bottles of rosé as well as happy hour pricing on house rosé all day long. Reservations can be made by calling 480.897.5300 or booking online at www.trestempe.com.
“Once” at Phoenix Theatre
This eight-time Tony Award-winning musical, “Once,” is a tale of love and loss, following dreams and walking away. The show will be performed at the Phoenix Theatre in Central Phoenix all weekend long and through June 16.
Sunday
“Alice In Wonderland” at Desert Stages Theatre
Gerry Cullity’s “Alice In Wonderland” graces Desert Stages Theatre this weekend for the last time of the season. The family-friendly show captures the adventures of young Alice adapted from Lewis Carroll’s children classic. “Alice In Wonderland” will play at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday each weekend through June 9.
“Will James: Cowboy Artist and Author” at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is currently hosting the second run of “Will James: Cowboy Artist and Author,” an exhibition back by popular demand and on loan to SMoW by Paradise Valley resident, Abe Hays, for an exclusive three-month showing. It is the largest and most comprehensive collection of James’ work in private hands.
