‘Let’s Play Ball’: Kids invited to triple header in Glendale
By Phoenix.org staff | May 18, 2021
Glendale Mayor Jerry P. Weiers is making the call “Let’s play ball!” with an open invite to kids who can’t get enough baseball.
Starting at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, May...
‘A Day in the Wild West’: Arizona Gunfighters to perform at Cave Creek’s Frontier...
By Alex Gallagher | May 12, 2021
Bob and Dale Charnes have been performing historical reenactments of the Wild West for over 60 years, nearly 30 of which have been spent in Arizona.
Now, their Arizona...
Hitting the Road: Trolls build a fanbase at Legoland Discovery Center
By Olivia Dow | May 11, 2021
The Trolls World Tour has set up a residency at the Legoland Discovery Center at Arizona Mills through May.
Kids can look for trolls hidden in Lego City, get...
Keeping the Tradition Alive: Black Rodeo recalls Western history, culture
By Laura Latzko | May 11, 2021
The Arizona Black Rodeo is about more than entertainment. The event gives contestants a place to compete and spread awareness about African American contributions to Southwestern heritage.
“African Americans...
Going Old School: The Eddy brings pinball machines to Cave Creek
By Tara Alatorre | May 10, 2021
The Eddy is stepping up to boost family-friendly entertainment gaming in the community. The Cave Creek food truck park and gallery recently added a small pinball arcade.
Eight premium...
A Special Treat of Africa: The Zuzu African Acrobats bring high-energy tradition to Phoenix
By Annika Tomlin | May 6, 2021
The Zuzu African Acrobats have performed in more than 25 countries since the group was founded 15 years ago in Mombasa, Kenya.
Now they’ll take their blend of circus-style...
A Welcome Return: Promoter anticipating balloon fest
By Paul Maryniak | April 26, 2021
The life of a promoter hasn’t been easy since the pandemic crushed live events more than a year ago.
Limits and often outright bans on crowds made it pretty...
Bringing the Community Together: Anthem Days seeking vendors
By Sarah Donahue | April 8, 2021
Though this year’s Anthem Days will require more social distancing, it will still serve its original intended purpose of bringing the community together.
Last year’s Anthem Days was one...
Magical Moments: Disney’s ‘Aladdin Kids’ coming to Anthem
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | March 22, 2021
The Musical Theatre of Anthem will stage Disney’s “Aladdin Kids,” based on the iconic animated film, from Thursday, March 25, to Sunday, March 28.
“Aladdin Kids” features an Academy...
A Magical Christmas Journey: Verde Canyon Railroad takes kids and wildlife to Santa
By Victoria Stibrik
Christmas is coming, and Verde Canyon Railroad will celebrate with Liberty Wildlife of Arizona as the Magical Christmas Journey comes to Clarkdale.
“We respect all of our friends who have different railroads that...