The summer season is quickly approaching, and the Valley is heating up with dozens of decadent activities and events to attend that will surely make this a summer to remember. We’ve rounded up some of our very things to check out around the Valley this weekend, May 17 through May 19:
Friday
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants
The hometown favorite Arizona Diamondbacks are already putting on quite the spectacle this season, breaking records and stealing wins from some of their biggest rivals. This weekend at Chase Field, the team is taking on the San Francisco Giants in what is sure to be an exciting series. Game start times and ticket prices vary. For more information on this event, click here.
Science with A Twist: The Battle of Hogwarts
The Arizona Science Center has a reputation for putting on captivating displays and performances, all while pairing the elements of science education and entertainment in a truly fun way. Now, they’re adapting a new concept that stems from none other than the wizarding world of Harry Potter. This “Science with A Twist” themed party features all things Butterbeer, Quidditch and Honeydukes. So grab your wand or your invisibility cloak and check out this unique party this weekend. Admission tickets are $12 for non-members and are free for members. The event will run from 6 to 10 p.m. For more information on this magical event, click here.
Arizona Spring Restaurant Week
Arizona Restaurant Week is the most edible time of the year, giving food lovers the opportunity to enjoy a prix-fixe dinner for $33 or $44 per person at more than 100 eateries around the city. This event is recurring daily until May 26. For more information on this event, click here.
Saturday
AZ Foothills Face of Foothills Open Model Call
Ever dreamed of being on the cover of a magazine? Here's your chance! AZ Foothills 10th annual Face of Foothills model search is on and will be scouting for fresh faces on Saturday, May 18 from 1p - 3p at Scottsdale Quarter. No experience is necessary to audition! Ages 6 and up are accepted and all types and genders are welcome, no height or size requirements. Models should wear a black fitted top and jeans, heels for females 14+.The winning model will take away a huge prize package which includes the cover of Arizona Foothills Magazine plus a full fashion spread, header on azfoothills.com, a huge billboard on the I-10, thousands in cash and prizes and so much more! For more details click here.
Spark at Dark
Tune in and unwind at May’s Spark at Dark: A Yoga Experience with Sutra Studios and live music provided by a local DJ. Explore a mini-market of vendors provided by Zen Nights—all plant-based and cruelty free! Take a little creation with you: Deep AZ Henna will offer unique henna art designs, or re-pot a mini succulent. Additional features, foods and drinks will be added as they are announced. This event is free and will run from 8 to 11 p.m. For more information on this event, click here.
Phoenix Ballet Presents Snow White
A classic fairytale brought to life in the most magical of settings, thanks to the talents of the Phoenix Ballet and the backdrop of the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre. Classic faire and a captivating score are paired with new choreography, beautiful sets and colorful costumes. Times and ticket prices vary by day. For more information on this event, click here.
PHX Field Day
PHX Field Day is a throwback to grade school, built with adults in mind. Get ready for classic games with an adult twist! Expect sack races, tug-of-war, an obstacle course, and a few surprises. In case that’s not enough to look forward to, there will be food trucks, a bar and a Field Day market with samples and swag for you and your team. Event admission is priced at $38; activity start times vary. For more information on this event, click here.
Phoenix Rising vs. Las Vegas Lights
The talented Phoenix Rising team of the USL soccer league battle the Las Vegas Lights in hopes of taking a victory this weekend. The game begins at 7:30 p.m.; event ticket prices vary. The game will also take place at Casino Arizona Field. For more information on this event, click here.
Bill Engvall Live
Beloved comedian Bill Engvall is known for connecting with his audience on an entertaining level. He is one of the world’s top comedians today, and among the busiest. This weekend, he’ll be performing his world-class sets at the Talking Stick Resort. Admission ticket prices range from $35 to $130. The show begins at 8 p.m. For more information on this event, click here.
Sunday
Things I Know To Be True
Presented exclusively by the Herberger Theater, Things I Know To Be True is a beautiful and painfully perceptive portrait of a family and the frictions that arise when grown-up children try to push beyond the confines of their loving parents’ expectations. A complex and intense study of the mechanics of a family and the dangers of unarticulated emotions, this gripping new play is both profoundly moving and brutally frank. Ticket prices and show times vary. For more information on this event, click here.
Suzanne Westenhoeffer Live
Suzanne Westenhoeffer has been doing standup around the country for over 25 years. Westenhoeffer tells the truth, and the truth is life is funny, especially when it’s fermented in Westenhoeffer’s mind. That’s why she could never be in the closet, making her a trailblazer when she started doing stand-up in the 1990’s. She was the first openly lesbian comedian with an HBO special and to be on “Late Night with David Letterman.” Admission tickets start at $22; the show begins at 7 p.m. For more information on this event, click here
