Radar: To Do in PHX 3.9-3.15
Some like it hot. But for most of us in Phoenix, we wish that mid-March was the hottest it’d get. Come enjoy the weather while it lasts with tacos, yoga, pie, live music and community events. Whatever your tastes are, feel certain that Phoenix is your place for active living. Note: Some descriptions courtesy of event hosts and edited for clarity.
3.9
Jimmy Buffett at Footprint Center
Jimmy is bringing Margaritaville to you, Phoenix. $31+. 8 p.m. 201 E. Jefferson St. Phoenix, AZ; footprintcenter.com // @footprintcntr
Neil deGrasse Tyson at Arizona Financial Theatre
Ever wonder how the collision of celestial objects (like the asteroid that killed off the dinosaurs) has impacted our planet and the rest of the universe? Come see this high-profile astrophysicist, author and podcaster discuss Cosmic Collisions during his tour. $59. 7:30 p.m. 400 W. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ; @arizonafinancialtheatre
3.10
Whatever the occasion, you can always sing and dance along to SZA’s discography to make yourself feel something. $18. 9 p.m. 401 W. Van Buren St. Phoenix, AZ; thevanburenphx.com // @thevanburenphx
Music in the Garden at The Desert Botanical Garden
Spring into the season with Kilted Spirit, an Irish rock band, in one of the most unique venues in Arizona. 21+ event. $37. 7 p.m. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy. Phoenix, AZ; dbg.org // @dbgphx
3.11
Arizona Taco and Margarita Festival at State Farm Stadium
Name a better combo than tacos and margaritas – we’ll wait. Come enjoy local vendors, live music, tequila and beer at this family-friendly event. $10. 12 p.m. 1 Cardinals Dr. Glendale, AZ; arizonatacofest.com
Cocktail Carnival at Walter Where?House
Explore this immersive art installation turned indoor adult playground while sampling over 30 spirits brands. Enjoy live music, community celebration and cocktail magic. $65. 9 p.m. 702 N. 21st Ave. Phoenix, AZ; walterwherehouse.com // @walterwherehouse
3.11 + 3.12
Arizona Aloha Festival at Tempe Town Lake
Ohana means family and this event exploring the South Pacific’s culture, food, music and art is a perfect place to bring yours. Be sure to enter their raffle for a Hawaiian vacation of your own. Free. 10 a.m. 80 W. Rio Salado Pkwy. Tempe, AZ; azalohafest.org // @azalohafest
3.12
Come see the “Mood Swing” tour as this Filipino-born, Italian-raised, Oahu-based musician shares her reggae-pop sound with the nation. $20. 6 p.m. 730 N. Mill Ave. Tempe, AZ; marqueetheatreaz.com // @marqueetheatre
Yoga in the Park at Moon Valley Park
Jamie of Cloak and Feather leads this outdoor practice every Sunday. Just make sure to register and bring your own mat! Free. 11 a.m. 502 W. Coral Gables Dr. Phoenix, AZ; @cloakandfeather
3.13
Arizona Tennis Classic at the Phoenix Country Club
The Arizona Tennis Classic returns to the Phoenix area from March 13-19, benefitting the Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Serve the Future, which is an organization that assists youth in underserved local communities through the sport of tennis. $15. 10:00 a.m. 901 N. 7th St. Phoenix, AZ; arizonatennisclassic.com // @arizonatennisclassic
Colorado Rockies vs. Oakland A’s at Salt River Fields
Nothing says spring training in Arizona quite like seeing two non-local teams take it to the field. Who knows, this might be your only chance to see them play outside ESPN. $20. 1:10 p.m. 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ; saltriverfields.com // @saltriverfields
3.14
Pie Social at all valley O.H.S.O. locations
O.H.S.O. Brewery and Distillery is back with their annual pie social, where they pair 10 pie-inspired beers with 10 homemade pies courtesy of The Pie Snob. Check it out at any of their valley locations. Free. 11 a.m. ohshobrewery.com // @ohsobrewery
What better way to celebrate the mathematical constant (and a favorite dessert dish) than with pie and board games? Free. 7 p.m. 108 W. Main St. Mesa, AZ; heatsynclabs.org // @heatsynclabs
3.15
Matt Nathanson at Crescent Ballroom
Check out this industry veteran as he promotes his newest album, Boston Accent. He’ll probably play “Come On Get Higher” too just for kicks. $40. 7 p.m. 308 N. 2nd Ave. Phoenix, AZ; crescentphx.com // @crescentphx
The Last Five Years at The Phoenix Theatre Company
Witness Phoenix’s opening night of this musical’s emotional examination of relationships and love. $50+. 7 p.m. 1825 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ; phoenixtheatre.com // @phxtheatre