Events Around the Valley This Week (February 17-23)
This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for February 17-23.
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number, or check each website for last minute confirmation or cancellations. Information for EVENTS should be submitted at least eight weeks before the first of the month it is to be published. Log on to phgmag.com/calendar-submission.
SPECIAL EVENTS
CACTUS LEAGUE BASEBALL
BEGINNING FEB. 20
The MLB begins preparing for its 2025 season with a few weeks of exhibition games, giving fans (and snowbirds) a chance to see 15 teams play more than 200 matchups. Visitors will get an up-close and personal experience and have the opportunity to meet and greet their favorite players and secure some autographs. Ticket prices and locations vary.
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INNINGS FESTIVAL
FEB. 21-22, FEB. 28-MARCH 1
The two-weekend spring-training-themed music festival, a cherished Valley tradition, has become a haven for baseball and rock legends. Fall Out Boy, The Black Keys, The Killers, Beck and local favorite Wheelwright are scheduled to grace the stage. Check the website for set times and ticket prices. Tempe Beach and Arts Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, inningsfestival.com
SCOTTSDALE ARABIAN HORSE SHOW
Now through FEB. 23
For 10 days, Scottsdale becomes the center of the equestrian world. More than 2,000 of the finest Arabian horses, their owners, trainers and breeders from across the globe converge to compete for championship titles across multiple categories. Call for times and ticket prices. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, (480) 515-1500, scottsdaleshow.com
The 37th annual Arizona Renaissance Festival
February 1 through March 30 (Saturdays & Sundays only)
Engage in tomfoolery, feasting, tricks, and thrills that’ll be sure to leave ALL of your senses fully engaged and satisfied. Explore 200 artisan shops filled with precious handmade gifts like blown glass, leather goods and jewelry. Watch as artisans create masterpieces right before your eyes! It’s the ultimate non-stop, day-long family adventure. Just East of Apache Junction on U.S. Highway 60 in Gold Canyon, AZ., lies a world filled with Renaissance-themed amusement that happens only once per year. So, if you’ve ever wondered what it was like to travel back to a time when jousting knights on horseback were commonplace, visit the 37th annual Arizona Renaissance Festival! arizona.renfestinfo.com
Celebration of Fine Art
Through March 30
This annual juried invitational gathering features 100 artists from across the country who show and sell their gallery-quality work in an intimate studio setting. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Season pass: $10, adults; $8, seniors and military; free, children 11 and younger. 18400 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, 480-443-7695, celebrateart.com
Arizona Fine Art Expo
Now through March 23
Art lovers can witness nationally acclaimed and award-winning craftspeople at work in more than 120 patron-friendly studios. This event is a creative journey hosted by Thunderbird Artists that is sure to inspire. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $12, season pass; $10, seniors and military. 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, (480) 837-7163, arizonafineartexpo.com
Hello, Dolly!
Through February 21
In this popular musical, matchmaker Dolly Levi embarks on a journey to find a suitable partner for the wealthy Horace Vandergelder, convincing his niece and his two clerks to join him in New York City. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org
ARTS & CULTURE
Navajo Rug and Jewelry Show
Feb. 21-23
More than 200 traditional handwoven Navajo rugs will be available for purchase at this event, along with jewelry and other Native American crafts. The proceeds will go directly to the artists, who will be on hand to discuss their art, give demonstrations and share the stories behind their work. VIP Friday admission, $50. Free, Fri., 5-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, (480) 488-1090, ext. 1003, hollandcenter.org
A Fistful of Colors
Through December 2025
Sourced by Western Spirit curators Dr. Andrew Nelson, Henry Terry, Robert Fleck and Natalie Reichert, this exhibition explores the nature of color perception through objects spanning different eras, showcasing how artists, photographers, motion picture studio artists and jewelers have engaged with color throughout history. From $12 per person; children 5 and under get in free. Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, westernspirit.org
“Harry Fonseca: Transformations”
Through April 20
In the late 1970s, the late Nisenan Native American artist Harry Fonseca began his “Coyote” series. The main character in these works, seen as a “trickster” in Native American storytelling, is a metaphor for how one changes and defies society’s preconceived notions. The Heard has gathered the work of this underrated artist, who also explored queer subcultures and the dark side of American history. Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for ticket prices. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, (602) 252-8848, heard.org
Arizona Fine Art Expo
Now through March 23
Art lovers can witness nationally acclaimed and award-winning craftspeople at work in more than 120 patron-friendly studios. This event is a creative journey hosted by Thunderbird Artists that is sure to inspire. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $12, season pass; $10, seniors and military. 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, (480) 837-7163, arizonafineartexpo.com
Information for EVENTS should be submitted at least eight weeks before the first of the month it is to be published. phgmag.com/calendar-submission
EVENTS COMING SOON…
PHOENIX HOME & GARDEN 2025 SUNSET TOUR
MARCH 1
We invite you to step inside the world of exquisite design and breathtaking landscapes with our exclusive new event: the Phoenix Home & Garden Sunset Tour— the only experience of its kind in the Southwest. Featuring homes by Masters of the Southwest award-winning creatives, Anita Lang, Mark Candelaria, Russell Greey, Jeff Berghoff, John Schultz and more. Sunset Tour tickets here
PHOENIX MAGAZINE’S DISH FEST
MARCH 9
We may be biased, but our sister publication knows how to throw a party, and the only thing you need to bring for this edition of their food festival is an appetite. Attendees can indulge in delectable bites from the Valley’s finest culinary talents. The festival will also feature food demonstrations and beer and wine tastings. Proceeds benefit The Joy Bus Charity. VIP tickets, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; general admission, 12-3 p.m., $70-$115, The Clayton House, 3719 N. 75th St., Scottsdale, phoenixmag.com/dishfest
PHOENIX HOME & GARDEN 2025 GARDEN TOUR
APRIL 12
This immersive experience not only takes you through awe-inspiring, handpicked gardens, but also provides the unique opportunity to connect with Phoenix Home & Garden’s editorial staff and the Valley’s preeminent designers and architects, adding an extra layer of inspiration to your day. GARDEN TOUR TICKETS HERE
Scottsdale Ferrari Art Week
March 20-23
The Valley has long been a haven for art, culture and luxury, and it is finally hosting an event that will show dealers worldwide what we’ve known for decades. Co-owned by Phoenix Home and Garden parent company Cities West Media and presented by Scottsdale Ferrari, the inaugural celebration of creativity brings together nearly 100 galleries, catering to enthusiasts who collect or simply appreciate great art when they see it. Check the website for ticket prices and schedule. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, scottsdaleartweek.com
