Friday:

Sunset in the Skyspace at SMoCA

Watch the longest day of the year draw to a close through the perspective of James Turrell’s Skyspace Knight Rise at the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. The elliptical opening of the ceiling in the museum’s outdoor courtyard creates the illusion that the sky is descending upon the viewer, while lights shift the sky’s natural color. Tickets to the summer solstice celebration cost $10 and viewing begins at 7:30 p.m.

“Celebrating the Life of Chester Bennington” at monOrchid

Remember the life and career of late Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington at the monOrchid in Downtown Phoenix this Friday from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Local photographer and musician Jim Louvau captured the Phoenix-native rock n’ roll artist on and off stage before Bennington’s death in 2017, and the result is the photo exhibit “Celebrating the Life of Chester Bennington.” Tickets can be purchased online for $35, and a portion of all proceeds will be donated to 320 Change Direction, a charity dedicated to bringing awareness to mental health.

Roller Disco Dance Party at the Van Buren

Lace up your skates and resurrect your favorite 70’s and 80’s attire for a roller disco dance party at the Van Buren! This 21-plus event will last from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. and will feature a glow-in-the-dark roller rink, open skating, retro arcade games, and an on-stage dance floor. Advance tickets cost $12 or $15 with skate rental. 

Talk and Book Signing with Heidi Ganahl

Hear from founder and CEO of SheFactor—a book and app that helps young women find balance and success in their personal and professional lives—at Changing Hands Bookstore in Central Phoenix. Heidi Ganahl, named one of Fortune Magazine’s Top 10 Most Promising Entrepreneurs, will deliver remarks, answer questions,and sign copies of her book beginning at 7 p.m.