SUNDAY

The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show 

The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show (Jan. 12-14) at the Arizona Fairgrounds has thousands of ways to upgrade your space in the New Year. Get expert advice from thousands of vendors, learn how to do it all yourself with free DIY seminars and shop unique local artisans and their handmade wares. Plus, learn how to live small at the Tiny Homes Street of Dreams, packed with micro abodes and back by popular demand. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Ticket prices vary. 

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The Art of Ice Cream Experience

An Instagrammer's dream, The Art of Ice Cream Experience pop-up exhibit is found on Craftsman Court, just north of 3rd Avenue, in Scottsdale. Ice cream lovers are invited to enjoy themed rooms and tasty samples during this delicious voyage for all five senses. The Art of Ice Cream Experience is around through the end of February and will run daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Guests can choose their arrival time and will have approximately 60 minutes to explore.) Ticket prices vary.

The Manhattan Transfer at Celebrity Theatre

One of the most innovative vocal groups in the history of popular music, The Manhattan Transfer, brings its harmonic jazz stylings to the Valley on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 7:30 p.m., at the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix. The one-night-only performance is part of Scottsdale Arts’ new Scottsdale Arts Presents series, which showcases artists and programs at venues beyond the downtown Scottsdale campus.