PHOENIX, AZ — Discover new exhibits, cool night activities, and exciting events coming to the Valley! August’s lineup of things to do will keep the whole family entertained!
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Check out the lineup below:
Julia Child: A Recipe for Life
From her recipes to interactive experiences—step inside the kitchen with the Arizona Science Center’s latest exhibit, exploring the inspiring life of the culinary icon... Julia Child!
- The exhibit is open now until September.
- Venue: Arizona Science Center [600 E Washington St] in Phoenix.
Family Field Day Frenzy
This August you’ll experience Chase Field in a whole new way. The Arizona Diamondbacks are hosting their first-ever family field day frenzy!
- Save the date: Saturday, August 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Three sessions will be available. Click here for additional details.
- Event venue: Chase Field [401 E Jefferson St] in Phoenix.
Events at DBG in Phoenix
From Flashlight Nights to <i>Dog Days of Summer</i>, the Desert Botanical Garden is staying cool for its visitors from sunrise to sunset.
- Price: Included with Membership or General Admission
- Event venue: Desert Botanical Garden [1201 N Galvin Pkwy] in Phoenix
The dates for the upcoming summer Flashlight Nights are August 8, 15, 22, and 29.
Dog Days of Summer events are scheduled to occur on Saturdays through September 26, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Downtown Mesa’s Summer Passport
Downtown Mesa is rewarding you for exploring its city this summer! You can pick up a summer passport at 24 participating businesses.
Earn three stamps each time you eat, drink, shop, or play for the chance to win bi-weekly rewards and a grand prize.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping weekend! Hot Wheels Monster Trucks return to Glendale this August for a thrilling, action-packed event.
- Date to save: August 8 and 9
- Event venue: Desert Diamond Arena [9400 W Maryland Ave] in Glendale
2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships
The best of the best are coming to the Valley! The 2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships will take place in downtown Phoenix.
- Dates to Save: August 6-9. You can check the schedule and live coverage list right here.
- Event Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center [201 E Jefferson St] in Phoenix.
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Taking a road trip?
From oil changes to gas apps and loyalty programs, small steps before you leave home can add up to big savings on your summer road trip.
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Check out the Afri-Soul Education Center
On East Washington Street sits a building with a story most Phoenix residents don't know. The Swindall Tourist Inn was once listed in the Green Book, a travel guide that helped Black Americans navigate the country safely during the Jim Crow era. Today, that same building is home to the Afri-Soul Education Center, a community hub where Black-owned businesses are being built, supported, and sustained.
Learn more about this center right here.
Arizona’s first Seafood City
The city of Chandler welcomed the state's first ‘Seafood City,’ featuring thousands of international products, a live seafood section, and a food hall with several concepts! Let’s take a tour of Chandler Fashion Center’s newest tenant!
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Say 'hello' to The Fieldhouse at Copper Sky
The city of Maricopa is nearing the completion of “The Fieldhouse,” a nearly 44,000-square-foot indoor sports facility!
The Fieldhouse at Copper Sky is located across the parking lot from the existing Copper Sky Multigenerational Center, both situated within the Copper Sky Regional Park Complex.
According to the city, its new indoor facility is set to “accommodate” four full-size basketball courts, or six volleyball courts, or 12 pickleball courts. The space can be divided into four separate courts or kept as one large, open area of approximately 33,000 square feet.
Read more about the community project right here.
