News Summary
From June 9 to June 15, Phoenix is hosting a variety of events including concerts, family-friendly activities, and educational camps. Highlights include the Gatsby Party, Summer Jazz Camp, and numerous theatrical performances. Families can explore U-Pick Gardens and engage in innovative camps for children. Sports fans can enjoy games featuring the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Phoenix Mercury, while concert enthusiasts can look forward to performances by renowned artists. This week offers something for everyone in the Valley of the Sun.
Phoenix Offers Exciting Events and Activities From June 9-15
Phoenix is bursting with fun and educational activities from June 9 to June 15, featuring a variety of entertainment options that cater to both adults and children. With events ranging from concerts and theater performances to summer camps and family-friendly attractions, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Highlighted Events
One of the standout events during this week is the Gatsby Party taking place on June 13, from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. at J&G Steakhouse in Scottsdale. Tickets for this themed gathering cost $175, promising an evening full of excitement.
For those interested in music and educational experiences, the Summer Jazz Camp will run from June 15 to June 21 at the Arizona School for the Arts. This day camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and has a registration fee of $500.
Family-Friendly Activities
Families can enjoy the U-Pick Garden at Tolmachoff Farms in Glendale, available through June 30. Visitors can pick a variety of fresh vegetables, including sweet corn and bell peppers, every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. The cost is $2.50 per pound for most produce.
Parents looking to keep their kids engaged this summer can also consider Camp Innovation and Camp Zoo. Camp Innovation, located at the Arizona Science Center, focuses on topics such as space exploration and engineering through STEAM learning, running through July 25. Specific times and prices can be obtained by contacting the center. Meanwhile, Camp Zoo, held at the Phoenix Zoo until August 1, targets kindergarten through sixth-grade children with a focus on animal care and related activities. Interested families should inquire for details on times and prices.
Additionally, young children can participate in the Winnie the Pooh Puppet Show available until June 20, at the Great Arizona Puppet Theater. Admission is priced at $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. For families with older children, the Children’s Museum Camps offer creative activities focused on art, technology, and engineering, running until August 1.
Theatrical Performances
The theater scene in Phoenix is vibrant this week, featuring several shows. “Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B” will be showing from June 14 to June 29 at the Tempe Center for the Arts. Other productions include “Into the Woods” available until July 13 at the Hormel Theatre and “Leading Ladies” priced between $30-$40 and ongoing through June 21.
Sports and Concerts
Sports enthusiasts can catch several games this week, including the Arizona Diamondbacks hosting the Seattle Mariners from June 9-11 and the San Diego Padres on June 13-15 at Chase Field. Local football fans have the chance to see the Arizona Rattlers take on the Tucson Sugar Skulls on June 14 at Desert Diamond Arena. Meanwhile, basketball fans can watch the Phoenix Mercury play against the Dallas Wings on June 11 at PHX Arena.
Music lovers will want to mark their calendars for upcoming concerts, with notable events such as Post Malone’s concert on June 21 and Shakira’s performances on June 22-23 at PHX Arena. Katy Perry will also be taking the stage on July 12, promising exciting entertainment for fans.
Conclusion
This week in Phoenix presents a treasure trove of events and activities that cater to a diverse range of interests, ensuring all residents and visitors can find something enjoyable to participate in throughout the city. Whether it’s fun at a concert, watching a thrilling sporting event, or engaging in educational summer camps, Phoenix is the place to be from June 9 to 15.
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Additional Resources
- Phoenix Magazine: Things to Do Around the Valley
- ABC15: Things to Do This Week
- AZ Central: Concerts in Phoenix
- Wikipedia: Phoenix, Arizona
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Phoenix
