News Summary
Phoenix is set for an exhilarating weekend filled with events for sports fans, music lovers, and families from August 8-10. Attendees can enjoy MLB games featuring the Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks, a concert series headlined by Chris Stapleton, and various local activities. Highlights include Faith & Family Night, NFL preseason action, and cultural experiences at the Musical Instrument Museum. Culinary enthusiasts can indulge in Arizona Chef’s Week, while those seeking laid-back atmospheres can explore the Metro Phoenix Night Market, promising a vibrant experience for all.
Phoenix is gearing up for an action-packed weekend from August 8-10, featuring a variety of events that cater to sports enthusiasts, music lovers, and families alike. Key highlights include thrilling MLB games, a sold-out concert series, and engaging local activities.
The Colorado Rockies will face off against the Arizona Diamondbacks in a series of Major League Baseball games at Chase Field. The games are scheduled for Friday at 6:40 p.m., Saturday at 5:10 p.m., and Sunday at 1:10 p.m. Fans can purchase tickets starting from approximately $30-40. Notable promotions include Faith & Family Night on Friday, complete with a complimentary postgame concert by Tauren Wells, and Star Wars Night on Saturday, where the first 20,000 attendees will receive a Corbin Carroll Rebel Pilot Bobblehead.
Music fans have an exciting lineup to look forward to. Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show takes place on both Friday and Saturday at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, starting at 7:30 p.m. Ticket information can be found online. On Friday evening, other performances include We Came As Romans on their Bad Luck Tour at The Van Buren, and Oscar Maydon‘s Rico O Muerto Tour at the Arizona Financial Theatre, both starting at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., respectively, with ticket prices starting at $50.
For those looking for a night by the pool, Dylan Scott will entertain guests at The Pool at Talking Stick Resort on Friday at 8 p.m., with tickets starting at $43. Rick Springfield will follow suit on Saturday at the same venue, bringing ’80s nostalgia to life, beginning at 7 p.m. with tickets priced from $55.
Additionally, the Mullett Arena Pickleball Club is welcoming players from Friday through Sunday, with a reasonable drop-in fee of $10 per hour per person. On Friday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., attendees can enjoy K-Pop Night featuring public skating.
Saturday’s lineup also includes the NFL Preseason game where the Kansas City Chiefs will face the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium at 5 p.m.. Ticket prices start around $60. For those who prefer a cultural experience, Spotlight on Mariachi will take place at the Musical Instrument Museum from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is included with the $20 museum admission.
The weekend culminates with the WNBA matchup between the Atlanta Dream and the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday at 3 p.m. at PHX Arena. General admission tickets are available starting at $27.
Moreover, enthusiasts of culinary delights can indulge in Arizona Chef’s Week running from Friday to Sunday, offering three-course prix fixe menus at participating restaurants priced at $55 or $66 per person.
Finally, for a more laid-back experience, visitors can explore the Metro Phoenix Night Market on Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., held at the AZ International Marketplace Plaza in Mesa. This event is free to attend and promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with local vendors and entertainment.
With such a diverse array of events happening this weekend, Phoenix is sure to be bustling with activity, offering something for everyone.
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- Phoenix Magazine: Events August 4-10
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- Wikipedia: Phoenix, Arizona
- Google Search: Phoenix events August 2025
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Phoenix
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