Fill up your calendar with these must-see events coming to town.

WM Phoenix Open
Feb. 2-8

The WM Phoenix Open will turn the quiet game of golf up to 11 when it returns to Scottsdale. Watch your favorite players at the famous 16th hole, then stick around to watch Zach Top, John Summit, Nelly and Ludacris at the Coors Light Birds Nest from February 4-7. Visit website for tee times and ticket prices. Tournament Players Club, 17020 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, wmphoenixopen.com

Cactus League Baseball
Beginning Feb. 20

The MLB season may begin in March, but the fun starts a few weeks early in the 48th state. Arizonans (and snowbirds) will have the opportunity to catch 15 teams play more than 200 exhibition games. Be sure to arrive early for an up-close-and-personal experience. Fans may be able to snag autographs from their favorite players. Ticket prices and locations vary. cactusleague.com

Innings Festival
Feb. 20-22; Feb. 27-28

This edition of the Cactus League-themed music festival, a place for baseball legends and fans to get down, has been split into two weekends. Mumford & Sons, Twenty One Pilots and Blink-182 will perform on the rock-centric first weekend. Then things get a little “country-fried” for weekend two, with Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley scheduled to take the stage. Check website for set times and ticket prices. Tempe Beach and Arts Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, inningsfestival.com

World Championship Hoop Dance Contest
Feb. 14-15

In this spectacular display of athleticism and tradition, hundreds of Indigenous performers from across North America will compete for cash prizes totaling $25,000 and the title of world champion hoop dancer. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Check website for ticket packages. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-252-8840, heard.org

M3F
March 6-7

Dance the weekend away at this year’s edition of the popular nonprofit indie music festival. La Roux, Neil Frances and Mau P will set the soundtrack for this unforgettable event. Check website for set times. Weekend ticket packages start at $160. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, m3ffest.com

Devour Culinary Classic
Feb. 21-22

The stunning scenery of the Desert Botanical Garden will provide a beautiful backdrop for this local event that brings together the chefs, winemakers, brewers, distillers and artisans revolutionizing Arizona’s culinary scene. Vendors include Clever Koi, Tryst Café and BlueFire Grill. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. for general admission; early entry begins at 10 a.m. Tickets start at $150. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, devourgoodfood.com

“Paw Patrol” Live: A Mighty Adventure
Feb. 7-8

If you’re a parent with a preschooler, then you’re undoubtedly familiar with Adventure Bay’s team of four-legged heroes. In this live show, villain Victoria Vance is using her newest invention at a block party. It will take the Mighty Pups and the audience to come together and save the day. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com

“Six: The Musical”
March 17-22

In this empowering Tony Award-winning musical, the six wives of Henry VIII channel the heartache they experienced while married to the king into a powerful girl group eager to rewrite history. Check website for times and ticket prices. Gammage Auditorium, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, 480-965-3434, asugammage.com

Willo Home Tour
Feb. 15

Hop on a trolley for a tour of meticulously restored Tudor, Spanish, Colonial and bungalow-style homes in the Willo Historic District. Afterward, head to the street fair, where more than 100 vendors will showcase their handcrafted goods, jewelry, antiques, local artwork and delicious food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $30. Third Avenue and Monte Vista Road, Phoenix, willophx.com

Arizona Strong Beer Festival
Feb. 14

Tap into fun when the best craft brewers in Arizona come together in this “hop”-ping celebration of local beer. There will also be delicious bar food, music and games. The festivities begin at 11:30 a.m. $55-$80; $20 for designated driver. VIP access, 11:30 a.m., $70. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, chooseazbrews.com

“Framerate: Desert Pulse”
Through May 10

Come see why “The New York Times” recently featured this immersive exhibition conceived by the artist-led studio ScanLAB. It focuses on how humans are impacting fragile Sonoran Desert plant life and why its ecosystem is struggling to survive. Included with admission. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, 480-941-1225, dbg.org

Scottsdale Art Week
March 19-22

The Valley has long been an epicenter for art and culture. That’s why Scottsdale Art Week will once again show dealers and collectors from around the world what we’ve known for decades. The event is sponsored by Phoenix Home and Garden’s parent company, Cities West Media, and presented by Scottsdale Ferrari. More than 100 galleries will be on hand to show enthusiasts why Arizona is a hub for creativity. Check website for ticket prices and schedule. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, scottsdaleartweek.com

Navajo Rug and Jewelry Show
Feb. 20-22

Browse more than 200 handwoven Navajo rugs, as well as bespoke jewelry and Native American crafts. All proceeds will go directly to the artists, who will also give demonstrations and share their stories. VIP Friday admission: $50; free general admission: F, 5-8 p.m.; Sa-Su, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, 480-488-1090 (ext. 1003), hollandcenter.org

Arizona Fine Art Expo
Through March 29

See award-winning artists from more than 120 studios at work in this event hosted by Thunderbird Artists. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tickets: $12, season pass; $10, seniors and military. 26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, 480-837-7163, arizonafineartexpo.com

“Art is History”
March 7-April 25

Which is more truthful: a history textbook or an artist? This is one of the questions raised by this curated collection. The artists featured in this thoughtful exhibition include Enrique Chagoya, Sonya Clark, Carrie Marill, Duane Michals, Sandro Miller and Vik Muniz. Tu-F, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sa, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Lisa Sette Gallery, 210 E. Catalina Dr., Phoenix, 480-990-7342, lisasettegallery.com

Concours in the Hills
Feb. 14

Every year, this event showcases a diverse array of vehicles, including contemporary and classic race cars, foreign and domestic high-performance vehicles, muscle machines, sports automobiles, hot rods, military vehicles and helicopters, all set against the iconic backdrop of Fountain Hills’ most famous landmark. Admission and parking are free, but donations are appreciated and will benefit the Phoenix Children’s Hope Fund. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fountain Park, 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills, experiencefountainhills.org

“Muscle Memory: Lens On the Body”
Through June 28

Whether it’s Michael Jordan going up for a dunk or the changes we all go through as people, the photographers in this exhibition capture the human body in an exhilarating way. This collaboration between Phoenix Art Museum and the Center for Creative Photography features artists ranging from Richard Avedon and Diane Arbus to Walter Iooss. W-F, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sa-Su, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-257-1880, phxart.org

“Tender Alchemy: Beth Ames Swartz and Julianne Swartz”
Opening March 21

Artist Beth Ames Swartz’s work couldn’t be more different from the minimalism her daughter, Julianne, is known for. Yet, as you’ll see in the first exhibition that brings their works together, their aesthetics align in some very surprising and compelling ways. Call for times and ticket prices. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale, 480-874-4666, smoca.org