School may be in session, but the summer activities are not slowing down. Come paddle board at sunset, rock out with G-Eazy or take a cooking class with master chef, Alex Stratta. Here is what’s going on in the Valley this weekend (August 3 to August 5).
Friday:
Photo by @life_of_ford
Annual Dog Days of Summer Cutest Dog Contest + Yappy Hour
Do you think you have the cutest dog ever? Come and find out at Two Brothers Scottsdale from 6p - 8p. Stop by their misted, dog friendly patio anytime during the two hour event and enjoy a cold one while your pup is entered into AZ Foothills Eighth Annual Dog Days of Summer Contest. One dog will win this title, $500 and a feature in Arizona Foothills Magazine. Attendees can take advantage of exclusive happy hour pricing, giveaways and doggie goodies, plus pup adoptions!Click here to learn more about the contest.
Paddle into the Sunset at Mountain Shadows
Guests are invited to join at The Citizens Club at Mountain Shadows for a paddleboard yoga class, live entertainment and on-board meditation. Come experience a journey through the water, on the board and a special surf-inspired Longboard cocktail to top off your night. Tickets start at $65 which includes the class, parking, and a cocktail. The class begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information, click here.
Photo by Vishnu R Nair
G-Eazy & Lil Uzi Vert: The Endless Summer Tour
A rocking summer concert. G-Eazy and Lil Uzi Vert perform at AK-Chin Pavilion in Phoenix for one night only. Don’t miss out on these tickets starting at $22. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Havana Night at The Scott Hotel and Resort
The Scott Resort and Spa invites you to come watch classic movies from the 20th century while sipping some of the Canal Club’s signature cocktails and munching on delicious Mexican street popcorn. The show begins at dusk and seats are limited to this popular event. To purchase tickets now, click here.
Photo by Clem Onojeghuo
Artlinks First Friday
Guests are invited to come out to the nation’s largest, self-guided art walk in Downtown Phoenix. With 70-plus galleries, venues and art-related spaces, there is surely something for everyone. Take advantage of the hop-on/hop-off free shuttles that run on three routes through the Phoenix art districts. To learn more information, click here.
Saturday:
RE: VIVE Pool Party at FOUND: RE Phoenix
Delicious food, $15 bottomless mimosas and boozy snow-cones? Count us in! Guests are invited to come party this Saturday at the FOUND RE: Phoenix with DJ Craig Conrad.
Photo by Antoine Schibler
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants
The Diamondbacks are taking on the San Francisco Giants this Saturday night at Chase Field. Come out for some ballpark food, a cold beer and great baseball. For tickets and directions to the downtown field, click here.
“‘In The Company of Women’” at the Phoenix Art Museum
With the growing awareness and attention to the gender inequality and the #MeToo movement, In the Company of Women will showcase 50 works created solely by women. This thought-provoking and insightful exhibit opens up the door for questions, conversations and broadcasting a new light and perspective on art. For more information, hours and tickets, click here.
Photo by Alyson McPhee
Cooking Series with Chef Alex Stratta
Need some extra help in the kitchen? Guests are invited to head over to MATCH Restaurant for a cooking series class with master chef, Alex Stratta. The first Saturday of every month will be a different themed meal including full instructions from the chef himself. Space is limited so call 602.875.8080 to RSVP.
Sunday:
Photo by Michael Afonso
USA & World Hip Hop Dance Championships
The USA, World Hip-Hop Dance Championships and World Battles will be returning to Phoenix this summer when the the U.S dance crews, S-Rank and TLCxWC defend their world titles against Street Dance Champions from 50 countries. Tickets will start at $20. For more information, click here.
Photo by Charles Deluvio
“’The Spy Who Dumped Me”’ Weekend Premiere
This hilarious story of two best friends who become entangled in an international conspiracy when one women discovers the boyfriend who dumped her was a spy, will have you laughing the entire time. With Mila Kunis, Kate McKinnon and Justin Theroux, this is the perfect movie to end your weekend. Grab your movie-loving friends, some popcorn and head out to a theater near you.