Radar: To Do in PHX 6.2-6.5
We’re here to ease you into Pride month with a variety of activities that are inclusively exclusive. This week’s digital radar is your guide for events that are for everyone. Choose between faux AC/DC or trucks filled with food. Pick between a spooky poetry slam or a brunch that drags. 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.
6.2
AC/DC Tribute: AZ/DZ at The Monastery=
It’s a long way to the top if you want to rock n’ roll, so why not do at The Monastery with Phoenix’s greatest AC/DC tribute band: AZ/DZ. Playing all your favorite AC/DC hits and special deep cuts. Free, Pet Friendly & Great Food! Free. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 4810 East McKellips Road, Mesa, AZ; themonasterybar.com // @themonasterymesa
Gilbert Food Truck Thursdays at Finley Farms Park
Are you tired of the same old food or just don’t want to cook again???? We are too! So take the night off from cooking, soak in the awesome AZ temps, grab some delicious food truck food and support local small businesses!! Free. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 2030 E Mesquite St., Gilbert, AZ; iplaymovies4you.com
6.3
First Friday in June: Pride Night at The Heard
We’re kicking off Pride Month at the Heard Museum with our first ever Native Drag Show, hosted by the Indigenous Fire Queen of Phoenix, Pyraddiction. Joining her will be Miss New Mexico Pride 2022, Tomahawk Martini; Mx Titos Pride 2022, Te D. DeMornay; K.Yasss Savage; Ritavon DeMornay; and Felix. Enjoy free admission to the museum from 4 to 9 p.m., and then join us in our Steele Auditorium for the entertainment beginning at 6 p.m.. Prior to the Drag Show, we will be featuring Native LGBTQ poets reading their works. The Queens will take the runway around 7 p.m. Beverages and bites will be available in the Cantina, and you can browse Books & More for souvenirs. Don’t miss what is sure to be a memorable night at the Heard Museum! Free. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 2301 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ; heard.org // @heardmusueum
Old Town Walking and Wine Tasting Tour
Join us every Saturday or Sunday from 1pm to 4pm for a Walking and Wine Tasting Tour! Your friendly guide will walk everyone through various locations of Old Town and talk about some history of the area, including South Bridge and the Art District. Groups may only be a max of 12 guests. If you have more, groups may be separated inside the wineries. Tickets include a generous Meat and Cheese Board (with mustard and bread), fruit, and tastings at all three wineries. $85. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 7135 E Camelback Rd., #195, Scottsdale, AZ
6.4
Arizona Professional Wrestling
Despite all your rage you are still just a rat in this cage! That’s right, Rage in the Cage is bringing you local wrestlers right in your own backyard. You never know what to expect so don’t bother expectin’! $20 – $30. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 4344 West Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ
Illusions the Drag Queen Show Scottsdale is the perfect combination of spectacular burlesque style and comedy performances by the industry’s best celebrity impersonators and the funniest Scottsdale drag queen hosts you’ll ever have the pleasure of encountering. Come see the likes of Madonna, Cher, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Liza Minelli, Joan Rivers, Phyllis Diller, Beyoncé, Pink, Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Rihanna, Brittany Spears, Adele, Amy Winehouse and so many more! You never know who will be performing in your city, but one thing is for sure “you’ll love each and every one of our celebrity impersonators!” $30 up to $799 for 25 person group; 1:30 p.m. 4280 N Drinkwater Blvd., #100 Scottsdale, AZ
6.5
Sandra Bassett Jazz at Westside Blues & Jazz
“Engaging, Entertaining, Gifted Jazz and R&B singer with powerful and smooth vocals with a great range!” Those are just a few of the things that others say about Sandra Bassett’s vocal capability and musicianship. In addition to singing, she plays the keys, organ and alto saxophone.She loves to sing Jazz Standards, R&B, Motown and Gospel music and has performed Internationally, at many Clubs, Restaurants, Private Events and Casinos around the United States. $15. 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 17045 North 59th Ave., Glendale, AZ; westsideblues.com
Ghost Poetry Slam at The Rebel Lounge
Is it poetry about ghosts? Is it ghosts doing poetry? We don’t know and we honestly don’t care. This sounds amazing and spooky which is all we need. Free. 7 p.m. 2303 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ therebellounge.com // @therebelphx