Radar: What To Do in PHX 7.13-7.16
Welcome to the weekend! You’ve earned it. This weekend, the Phoenix area boasts a variety of fun events, such as live music, plays and even bull riding. As always, thank you for letting us be your source for exciting weekend activities. Note: Most descriptions courtesy of event hosts and edited for clarity.
7.13
MIMkids Mini Music Makers at the Musical Instrument Museum
Introduce your child to the wide and wonderful world of music through MIM’s early childhood music and movement courses. Explore music from around the globe with your children while singing, dancing and playing instruments. Designed for children and caregivers, each four-week session explores a new musical culture in engaging ways. Motor, pre-language and musical skills are developed simultaneously while children actively participate in the music making. $12. 10 a.m. 4725 E Mayo Blvd. Phoenix, AZ; mim.org // @mimphx
Delphine Cortez and Joel Robin at the Nash
Watch live music from Delphine Cortez and Joel Robin at this jazz club. Wine, beer, soft drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Free. 4 p.m. 110 E Roosevelt St. Phoenix, AZ; thenash.org // @thenashjazz
7.14
Sonoran Sippin’ 2023 at the Desert Botanical Garden
Heat up a summer full of fun at the Garden. Gather your family and friends for refreshing welcome drinks, live music, pop-up activities, Garden strolls and more. All ages are welcome. $16.95. 6 p.m. 1201 N Galvin Pkwy. Phoenix, AZ; dbg.org // @dbgphx
Mission and Legacy in Downtown Phoenix
Mission and Legacy celebrates the enduring influence of Friends of Mexican Art on the PhxArt Collection through outstanding works by the most renowned Mexican artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. $23. 10 a.m. 1625 N Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ; phxart.org // @phxart
7.15
Summer of a Billion Bubbles at Fountain Park
Soak up a dazzling display of a billion bubbles. Witness Fountain Park transform into a bubble wonderland. Friendly tip: don’t forget your swimsuit to cool off in the nearby splash pad. Free. 5 p.m. 6751 N Sunset Blvd. Glendale, AZ; westgateaz.com // @westagteaz
Big Red Bull Riding at Westworld
Two extremes under one roof, live heavy metal/rock ‘n’ roll and live bull riding. Thirty of the top bull riders in the southwest will be going up against some of the toughest bulls to claim the Big Red guitar and all the other cash and prizes that go along with winning. Afterwards, live music from heavy metal band Ded will take place on the arena floor. $20+. 7 p.m. 16601 N Pima Rd. Scottsdale, AZ; westworldaz.com // @westworldaz
7.16
“The Legend of Georgia McBride” at the Herberger Theater
This big-hearted, fierce, music-filled comedy has been hailed as “stitch-in-your-side funny” by the New York Times. Casey, an Elvis impersonator with everything going for him, including a flashy sequin jumpsuit, suddenly loses his gig, his rent is overdue and his wife announces a baby on the way. So, when Elvis leaves the building and a drag show moves in, The King transforms into an all-out queen. With some snappy zingers and dance-worthy numbers, this wildly entertaining story challenges assumptions with extraordinary humor and depth. $25+. 2 p.m. 222 East Monroe St. Phoenix, AZ; herbergertheater.org // @herbergertheater
Live Music at Jojo Coffee House
JOJO is the place to be for weekend breakfast and brunch in Old Town Scottsdale. Enjoy great food and sip on a craft coffee or mimosa while you listen to great coffeehouse music performances by a JOJO featured artist. Free+. 11 a.m. 3712 N Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ; jojocoffeehouse.com // @jojo.coffeehouse