Phoenix Coyotes games are amongst the the things going on around the area. This week’s edition of the top things to do around the area is also PACKED full of some great cultural events and festivals. My schedule is already full of some great things going on around the area!

1) Devoured Phoenix -  March 13th and 14th  – Phoenix Art Museum – Devoured is an amazing event that is designed to promote greater Phoenix area as a major culinary destination.  Check out the event list of what you can do there.  All who attend will get free admission into the phoenix art museum as well.

http://www.phxart.org/devoured/

2) 40th Annual Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12th-14th – $7 -Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts/Scottsdale Civic Center – $7 – One of the premier arts festivals in the Nation is back again for another year.  This year promises one of the most amazing displays Art, Live Music, Entertainment, food, wine tasting and much more!

http://www.scottsdaleartsfestival.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

3) Brides of March – March 13th – I had to post this for fun.  Meet in front of the Tempe Beach Park at 1 PM for what is to be an amazing day.  There’s a catch.  Everyone must dress in a wedding gown.  Men included.

http://www.azcacophony.org/brides/

4) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

5) 6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

6) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

7) Arizona Aloha Festival March 13 and 14th – Tempe Beach Park – FREE – The Arizona Aloha Festival is a great celebration of the Polynesian Culture featuring music, food, dancing, and other goodies all weekend long!

http://www.azalohafest.org/

8) Chandler Ostrich Festival – March 12th – 14th – Tumbleweed Park – This is a celebration of Ostrich Ranching which used to be prominent in the City of Chandler. Attendees to the event will be able to spend time with riders, food, and even ostrich racing. If you haven’t had the opportunity to check this event out, you need to!

http://www.ostrichfestival.com/festival-map.html
http://www.chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=159

9) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

10)Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

11) Arizona RibFest & Cook-Off – Jobing.com Arena Parking Lot G – Billed as a BBQ Celebration fundraiser for Haiti Releif Benefits is taking place in conjunction with the Professional Bull Riders event (above). Fans and Familes will have a chance to eat some great BBQ, Meet Professional Bull Riders, listen to some great country music while raising funds for Hati Relief efforts. PBR Ticketholders can get in to this event for free. Ticket prices for everyone else is $10 for adults, $8 senior, military & student (with ID), and kids 12 and under are free.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=360766431347&index=1

12) Manny Pacquiao vs Joshua Clottey – Sandbar in Scottsdale – Need a place to watch the big fight this weekend? The Sandbar in Scottsdale is your place!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=355286412117&index=1

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http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=360766431347&index=1

14) American Woman – Upper Deck Grill – The premiere Lenny Kravitz Tribute band is playing at the Upper Deck Grill in Scottsdale.

http://www.ravenevents.com/monthlyevents/03132010/

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=339190609042&index=1

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th.

http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html

http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM -

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option – Tonight’s Feature is:

This week features: March Madness!!!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=362411206499&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

Phoenix International Raceway – SUBWAY Fresh Fit 600 Weekend – April 10th – The Action of NASCAR comes to one of the tracks that drivers love! Come see why it’s such a fun weekend if you are a race fan or not.

http://www.phoenixraceway.com/Articles/2010/02/PIR-Announces-April-Event-Weekend-Schedule.aspx

Tickets:

http://secure.racetickets.com//PhoenixIntlRaceway/ft/TicketSales/index.cfm?event=tixList&display=tixList&EstablishmentKey=9&EstablishmentType=T&TixEventID=2325&showCart=no&HeadlineStoryID=18266&GatewayPass=y

Arizona Barbecue Festival – Scottsdale Waterfront – April 10th – 10 AM – $10

http://azbbqfestival.com/

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

Rock the Zoo featuring Vertical horizon and Marcy Playground – April 23rd – Phoenix Zoo – The Phoenix Zoo’s biggest fundraiser of the year features two great acts. I personally have seen the types of Parties the Phoenix Zoo throws. I’m here to say that they know how to put on one hell of a party!

http://www.phoenixzoo.org/RockTheZoo2010/

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/

18) Movies in the Park – Biltmore Fashion Park – FREE – The popular event is back for another year at the Biltmore Fashion Park. This free event is a great way to just kick back and watch some great movies on the big screen outside!

For more information and a list of movies check this link out:

http://bit.ly/dmrnJO

19) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

20) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

25) Spring Training is back again! We’ve got your guide for purchasing tickets online for all spring training games for all Cactus League games (Includes Tuscon too)! http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/11/2010-arizona-spring-training-ticket-onsale-dates/

26) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

27) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting. http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

28) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st) http://twitpic.com/yzya5

29) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert/Event Calendar this week:

Phoenix Film Festival – April 8th – 15th – Harkins/Scottsdale 101 – Tickets are on sale now for what has become a great event on the Phoenix cultural calendar.

Iron Maiden and Dream Theater – June 17th at the Cricket Wireless Pavilion – Tickets on Sale March 20th at 10:00 AM

Elvis Costello Solo show< – April 9th – Desert Sky Series at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets on sale now.

Conan O’Brien’s ‘Legally prohibited from being funny on Television’ tour – April 30th at the Dodge Theater – Tickets on Sale now

Kenny Rogers – October 14th at 7:30 PM at the Dodge Theater – Tickets are on sale Monday, March 15th at 10:00 AM

Styx, Foreigner and Kansas – Friday May 21st at 7:30 PM at the Dodge Theater – Tickets on Sale Saturday March 15th at 10:00 AM

Sugarland’s ‘Incredible Machine’ Tour – Friday, May 2 at 7:30 PM at the Cricket Wireless Pavilion – Tickets on sale Saturday March 13th at 10:00 AM

Shows off on the horizon:

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Paul McCartney – Sunday March 28th – Jobing.com Arena – Tickets for the general public will go on sale Monday March 1st at 10 AM

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/02/23/paul-mccartney-starts-his-up-and-coming-tour-in-phoenix/

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre

For you Facebook Types: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Tom Petty and the Hearbreakers – May 18th – US Airways Center

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Brooks and Dunn – May 21st – Cricket Wireless Pavillion

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: unranked [?]

1) Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

2) Spring Training is back again! We’ve got your guide for purchasing tickets online for all spring training games for all Cactus League games (Includes Tuscon too)!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/11/2010-arizona-spring-training-ticket-onsale-dates/

3) Movies in the Park – Biltmore Fashion Park – FREE – The popular event is back for another year at the Biltmore Fashion Park.  This free event is a great way to just kick back and watch some great movies on the big screen outside!

For more information and a list of movies check this link out:

http://bit.ly/dmrnJO

4) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

5) Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

6) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

7) Coyotes Carnival – Parking lot G of the Jobing.com Arena – One of the bigger fundraisers this year for the Coyotes Charites, fans will get a chance to have some fun, meet some Coyotes players, play games, and so on.  This is a must attend for any Coyotes fan!

Ticket info and details about the Carnival can be found here:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/2010/03/04/coyotes-carnival-is-this-weekend/

8) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st) http://twitpic.com/yzya5

9) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

10) Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

11) Raven Events first annual ‘Gentlemen’s Evening’.  According to the promoter:

Join us for the premiering of this un-heard of Saturday night event created with the Valley’s Gentlemen in mind. This is not to be mistaken for a regular beer-drinking boy’s night out where only guys are in attendance wearing baseball caps in a sports bar or an event resembling a bachelor party. Ladies are invited to attend and enjoy this elegant evening as well even though the amenities and ambiance were put together for the purposes of showing appreciation for the men in town – single or attached.

This sophisticated and classy event will be held at Angels and Outlaws where guests will discover a sensually elegant interior with chic décor, a huge dance floor and comfortably furnished outdoor patio. It is also known for having the friendliest and best looking staff in town! Everyone welcome! NO COVER CHARGE!!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=369062669744&index=1

12) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

13) Villagio Pool Party - March 6th – No Cover – BYOB – The first Pool Party of the season kicks off at the Villagio in Tempe.  It’s not to be missed!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=346649589714&index=1

14) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th.

http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html

http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM -

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option – Tonight’s Feature is:

This week features: HARVARD BASS, COLOURS, HUSSY HUSSY BDAY

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=335083897947&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Details: http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

Phoenix International Raceway – SUBWAY Fresh Fit 600 Weekend – April 10th – The Action of NASCAR comes to one of the tracks that drivers love! Come see why it’s such a fun weekend if you are a race fan or not.

http://www.phoenixraceway.com/Articles/2010/02/PIR-Announces-April-Event-Weekend-Schedule.aspx

Tickets:

http://secure.racetickets.com//PhoenixIntlRaceway/ft/TicketSales/index.cfm?event=tixList&display=tixList&EstablishmentKey=9&EstablishmentType=T&TixEventID=2325&showCart=no&HeadlineStoryID=18266&GatewayPass=y

Arizona Barbecue Festival – Scottsdale Waterfront – April 10th – 10 AM – $10

http://azbbqfestival.com/

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/

18) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

19) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

20) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Tom Petty and the Hearbreakers – May 18th – US Airways Center

Brooks and Dunn – May 21st – Cricket Wireless Pavillion

Shows off on the horizon:

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Paul McCartney – Sunday March 28th – Jobing.com Arena – Tickets for the general public will go on sale Monday March 1st at 10 AM

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/02/23/paul-mccartney-starts-his-up-and-coming-tour-in-phoenix/

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre

For you Facebook Types: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 28% [?]

1)WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

2) Parada del Sol – Pro Rodeo and Parade – February 20th (Parade) and February 26th-28th (Rodeo) – Westworld (Rodeo) and Old Town Scottsdale (Parade/Festival) – A time honored tradtion also serves at the Scottsdale Jaycee’s main fundraiser for the year.

Details: http://www.paradadelsol.org/

Tickets (Rodeo): http://tickets.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=803&c=53&pg=

3) The Birds Nest at the WM Phoenix Open – Thursday through Saturday at the WM Phoenix Open – When the party stops on the golf course for the day, it moves here for some AMAZING shows. We will have a full writeup this week but here’s a lineup of who’s going to be appearing this year plus opportunities to meet this year’s artists back stage!

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/category/birds-nest/

For you Facebook Types: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

O.A.R.:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=244890327949&index=1

4) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

5) Tempe History Museum’s Grand Re-Opening Celebration – February 27th – 10 AM to 2 PM – Free

http://www.tempe.gov/museum/reopening.htm

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=240375465667&index=1

6) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

7) Chuck Amuck: A Legacy of Laughter, and free film event – Tempe Center for the Arts – Exhibit opens February 25th – 3:30 PM – This is the public opening of of Chuck Amuck which is a celebration of the Works of legendary animator Chuck Jonesbrought to the Tempe Center of the Arts by Jone’s grandson Craig Kausen. It’s an event that can’t be missed.

http://www.tempe.gov/tca/jones.htm

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=423098690510&ref=mf

8) 26th Annual Matsuri – A Festival of Japan – February 27th and February 28th – Heritage and Science Park – FREE – For 26 years the Matsuri Festival has been a celebration of Japan and Japanese culture!  There will be tons of food, beer, activities and much, much more!

http://azmatsuri.org/

9) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

10) Chandler Classic Car and Hot Rod Show – Saturday February 27th – 9 AM to 5 PM – Downtown Chandler – Come see over 300 Classic Cars that are from the 1980’s or older. There will be a great selection of cars, arts, crafts and live music. All proceeds from the event will go to I.C.A.N. which is described as “Improving Chandler Area Neighborhoods, an organization that provides free, comprehensive out-of-school-time programs that empower youth to be productive, self-confident and responsible citizens. ”

http://www.chandlercarshow.com/

11) Gravity Slashers – US Airways Center – February 27th – 7:30 PM

According to the event website, Gravity Slashers is:

The sport is freestyle motocross and with Gravity Slashing tricks like Cliffhangers, Sterilizers, Tsunamis, and Hart Attacks, fans are sure to be on the edge of their seats all night! These feats may sound like accidents waiting to happen, but in reality, they are some of the most astounding aerial acrobatics you’ll ever see.

In freestyle motocross, the name of the game is “anything goes” in this adrenaline-filled contest staged in mid-air. Riders launch their bikes off ramps that propel them towards the rafters, performing mind-bending acrobatic moves as they soar through the arena airspace. The only way to properly experience this spine-tingling sport is from the very edge of your seat as these daredevils fly high overhead.

For more info and tickets please refer to the following website:

http://www.usairwayscenter.com/calendar/events/view/1699/?page=0

12) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

13) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA. This week ASU and

University of Arizona meet Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule: http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

14) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th. http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM -

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option – Tonight’s Feature is:

ULTRABLACK in the FUSE Basement, Trashtalk & Zachary J. rockin the Rooftop!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=323215374015&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Details: http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

Phoenix International Raceway – SUBWAY Fresh Fit 600 Weekend – The Action of NASCAR comes to one of the tracks that drivers love!  Come see why it’s such a fun weekend if you are a race fan or not.

http://www.phoenixraceway.com/Articles/2010/02/PIR-Announces-April-Event-Weekend-Schedule.aspx

Tickets:

http://secure.racetickets.com//PhoenixIntlRaceway/ft/TicketSales/index.cfm?event=tixList&display=tixList&EstablishmentKey=9&EstablishmentType=T&TixEventID=2325&showCart=no&HeadlineStoryID=18266&GatewayPass=y

Arizona Barbecue Festival – Scottsdale Waterfront – April 10th – 10 AM – $10

http://azbbqfestival.com/

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/

18) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

20) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

25) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st) http://twitpic.com/yzya5

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Paul McCartney – Sunday March 28th – Jobing.com Arena – Tickets for the general public will go on sale Monday March 1st at 10 AM

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/02/23/paul-mccartney-starts-his-up-and-coming-tour-in-phoenix/

Shows off on the horizon: Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre

For you Facebook Types: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 15% [?]

1)WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

2) Parada del Sol – Pro Rodeo and Parade – February 20th (Parade) and February 26th-28th (Rodeo) – Westworld (Rodeo) and Old Town Scottsdale (Parade/Festival) – A time honored tradtion also serves at the Scottsdale Jaycee’s main fundraiser for the year.

Details: http://www.paradadelsol.org/

Tickets (Rodeo): http://tickets.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=803&c=53&pg=

3)Bon Jovi – February 24th, 2010 – Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link: http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

4) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

5) 55th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show – February 11-21, 2010 – Westworld in Scottsdale Details: http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/

Tickets:

http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/ticket-information/index.html

6) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

7) Mariah Carey – Feb 20th – 8PM – Dodge Theater

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

8) Ozzy Osbourne Book Signing – 3 PM – February 20th – Changing Hands Bookstore – Tempe – Ozzy is coming to town but this time he’s signing his memoirs ‘I Am Ozzy’ for all fans.  The fun stats at 3 PM!

http://www.changinghands.com/event/ozzy

9)  IFBB Pro Bodybuilding and Fitness Show – Tempe Center for the Arts

http://www.phoenixproshow.com/

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=273816616450&index=1

10) NHRA Arizona Nationals – Firebird International Raceway – February 19th-21st -

http://firebirdraceway.com/web/10Nationals.html

11) The Birds Nest at the WM Phoenix Open – Thursday through Saturday at the WM Phoenix Open – When the party stops on the golf course for the day, it moves here for some AMAZING shows. We will have a full writeup this week but here’s a lineup of who’s going to be appearing this year plus opportunities to meet this year’s artists back stage!

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/category/birds-nest/

12) NU(Native+You)= Art+Opera+Drinks+Dining – Heard Museum – Every 3rd Friday – Free – From the NU Facebook Event: “The Heard Museum’s third Friday evening free series, NU (Native + You), will mix opera and art on January 15 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The evening includes a panel discussion with several well respected contemporary artists, and operatic performance and a meet and greet with artist Steve Yazzie. Admission to the event and museum is FREE.”

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=266506492845&index=1

13) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA. This week ASU and University of Arizona meet Men’s Basketball info and schedule: http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html Women’s Basketball info and schedule: http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

14) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th. http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM -

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=323207539392&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Chuck Amuck: A Legacy of Laughter, and free film event – Tempe Center for the Arts – Exhibit opens February 25th – 3:30 PM – This is the public opening of of Chuck Amuck which is a celebration of the Works of legendary animator Chuck Jonesbrought to the Tempe Center of the Arts by Jone’s grandson Craig Kausen. It’s an event that can’t be missed.

http://www.tempe.gov/tca/jones.htm

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=423098690510&ref=mf

Chandler Classic Car and Hot Rod Show – Saturday February 27th – 9 AM to 5 PM – Downtown Chandler – Come see over 300 Classic Cars that are from the 1980’s or older.   There will be a great selection of cars, arts, crafts and live music.  All proceeds from the event will go to I.C.A.N. which is described as “Improving Chandler Area Neighborhoods, an organization that provides free, comprehensive out-of-school-time programs that empower youth to be productive, self-confident and responsible citizens. ”

http://www.chandlercarshow.com/

Tempe History Museum’s Grand Re-Opening Celebration – February 27th – 10 AM to 2 PM – Free http://www.tempe.gov/museum/reopening.htm

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Details: http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

Arizona Barbecue Festival – Scottsdale Waterfront – April 10th – 10 AM – $10

http://azbbqfestival.com/

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/

18) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

20) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

25) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st) http://twitpic.com/yzya5

26) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting. http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Shows off on the horizon: Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre

For you Facebook Types: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 23% [?]

1) Arizona Diamondbacks Fan Fest – February 13th – Chase Field – FREE – Arizona Diamondbacks fans will love the ability not only walk around on the Chase Field infield but they can also meet Diamondbacks coaches, players and even alumni. All the details are in the link below!

http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/ari/fan_forum/fanfest.jsp

2) Mardi Gras Party Gras – Westgate City Center – Glendale – February 13th and February 16th – Mardi Gras….Westgate City Center Style!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/02/09/mardi-gras-returns-to-the-westgate-city-center/

3) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

4) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

5) 55th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show – February 11-21, 2010 – Westworld in Scottsdale

Details: http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/
Tickets: http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/ticket-information/index.html

6) Henry Rollins – Frequent Flyer Tour (an evening of spoken word) – Marquee Theater - February 18, 2010

7) Alice in Chains – February 17th Dodge Theater:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/alice-in-chains-to-play-phoenix/

8) Pink Floyd Laserspectacular – Dodge Theater – February 12th 7:30 PM – Tickets on Sale Friday January 15th at Noon at all Live Nation outlets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/417030

9) MADCAP THEATER – Tempe – This weekend there are two separate events you might want to check out.  The first is the Valentine’s edtion of the ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Friday February 12th.  This screening will feature an all Female Cast acting out the movie in tradional Rocky Horror Fashion.

The Second is a 3-D double feature that is a campy sexy adventure that must be witnessed.

Rocky Horror deets: http://madcaptheaters.com/events/viewevent.aspx?eid=153

3-D Movie deets: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=323931800375&index=1

10) Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx – Celebrity Theater – February 14th – 7:30 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=717

11) Comedian Martin Lawrence – In a rare standup performance – Dodge Theater – February, 13th http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/07/martin-lawrence-is-coming-to-phoenix/

12) The Skirtchaser 5K – Tempe – Feb 13th – It’s a 5K Race with a twist….Ladies start first and get a 3 minute head start.  Guys then have to….chase the skirts. http://www.skirtchaser5k.com/tempe/

13) Madama Butterfly – Phoenix Opera – Orpheum Theater – February 12th & 14th – The Phoenix Opera’s Season continues with their production of Madama Butterfly http://www.ticketmaster.com/Madama-Butterfly-tickets/artist/804004

14) Sleeping Beauty – Ballet Arizona – Symphony Hall – February 11th to February 14th – Without a doubt Sleeping Beauty is one of the better Valentines Day presents around town. http://www.ticketmaster.com/Symphony-Hall-tickets-Phoenix/venue/246063

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th. http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM – This week features Stereoheroes from France! 18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=334560669166&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Parada del Sol – Pro Rodeo and Parade – February 20th (Parade) and February 26th-28th (Rodeo) – Westworld (Rodeo) and Old Town Scottsdale (Parade/Festival) -  A time honored tradtion also serves at the Scottsdale Jaycee’s main fundraiser for the year.

Details: http://www.paradadelsol.org/

Tickets (Rodeo): http://tickets.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=803&c=53&pg=

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits: http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Details: http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena Tickets: http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets: http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/ 18)

Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside!

Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

20) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

25) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA. This week ASU and University of Arizona meet

Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

26) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

27) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st)

http://twitpic.com/yzya5

28) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

29) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Shows off on the horizon:

Mariah Carey – Feb 20th – 8PM – Dodge Theater

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

Bon Jovi – February 24th, 2010 – Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link: http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website: http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today! http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre

For you Facebook Types: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 22% [?]

1) First Friday — Downtown Phoenix — It’s that time of the month where the artists of Phoenix open their doors to the public. Since First Friday is one of the coolest and greatest cultural events that Phoenix has to offer it’s a must see event! Check out the pictures on our Facebook Fan Page for but a small sample of the goings on.

http://www.artlinkphoenix.com/

Keep in mind that First Friday takes place all across Downtown Phoenix so here’s some of the main areas to check out:

Roosevelt Row:

http://www.rooseveltrow.org/first_fridays.html

Grand Avenue:

http://grandavenuefestivalaz.com/newsletter/NovFirstFriday.html

Arizona Derby Dames Bake Sale in the Roosevelt Row section of first Friday

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=242669160894&index=1

2) Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight! – Mesa Arts Center – February 6 – 7:30 PM

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/theatre/holbrook

3) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

4) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

5) Raven Events B2B Networking Mixer – Un Bacio Restaurant – Scottsdale – Free – This is THE best event to mix, mingle, network and socialize an informal, open forum. We provide a comfortable, inviting environment openly welcoming anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit! The B2B Networking Mixer is a popular event that takes place every 2nd Thursday of each month and brings in about 500 guests. Each month we promote and feature up to two businesses or organizations that become the focal point of interest during the B2B Mixer. Although this event is held in a fun, upbeat atmosphere, make no mistake about it, in attendance are like-minded individuals who are there to exchange ideas, get referrals, make beneficial introductions and seek out serious business connections. This is a FREE event that was created, promoted and always hosted, by Raven Events, LLC.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=287955307166&index=1

6) GABRIEL IGLESIAS THE FLUFFY SHOP TOUR – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6

7) G Love & Special Sauce with guests Redeye Empire - Marquee Theater – February 11, 2010 – 7:30 PM

8) Yappy Hour – Happy Hour that you can bring your Dog to – February 8th – Salty Senortia

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=263182876892&index=1

9) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

10) Modified Arts: Looking Back on the Future – through February, 13 – To celebrate the new management of Modified Arts, they will be having a month long exhibition of some of the top contemporary artists that Phoenix has to offer. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=228960494237&index=1

11) Olio Nuovo (New Oil) Festival - Queen Creek Olive Mill – Saturdays through February 21st – The Queen Creek Olive Mill will be celebrating the arrival of their ‘New Oil’ from their pressings during the fall of last year. They will be having lots of fun for all including live music, wine tasting, product tasting, and other specials. Best of all it’s Free!

http://arizonaoliveoil.com/upcoming-events/annual-olive-oil-festival-2/

12) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

13) MACFest – Every Saturday in January (excluding January 2) – Downtown Mesa on Main Street between Sirrine and Morris – This is a free, regularly held arts and culture festival in downtown Mesa featuring creations from local artists, food, and fun for the whole family.

14) Sleeping Beauty – Ballet Arizona – Symphony Hall – February 11th to February 14th – Without a doubt Sleeping Beauty is one of the better Valentines Day presents around town.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Symphony-Hall-tickets-Phoenix/venue/246063

15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=280931629283&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Arizona Diamondbacks Fan Fest – February 13th – Chase Field – FREE – Arizona Diamondbacks fans will love the ability not only walk around on the Chase Field infield but they can also meet Diamondbacks coaches, players and even alumni. All the details are in the link below!

http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/ari/fan_forum/fanfest.jsp

Madama Butterfly – Phoenix Opera – Orpheum Theater – February 12th & 14th – The Phoenix Opera’s Season continues with their production of Madama Butterfly

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Madama-Butterfly-tickets/artist/804004

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast.

http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona

Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation

http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall

Details:

http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport
Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun.

Tickets and more info:

http://www.bigbanddance.com/

18) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside!

Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

20) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

25) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA. This week ASU and University of Arizona meet

Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

26)Kangaroo Jump Boot Class – Come see what the newest exercise craze is in Scottsdale!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=289413326195&index=1

27) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st)

http://twitpic.com/yzya5

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Shows off on the horizon:

Comedian Martin Lawrence – In a rare standup performance – Dodge Theater – February, 13th

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/07/martin-lawrence-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Pink Floyd Laserspectacular – Dodge Theater – February 12th 7:30 PM – Tickets on Sale Friday January 15th at Noon at all Live Nation outlets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/417030

Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx – Celebrity Theater – February 14th – 7:30 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=717

Alice in Chains – February 17th Dodge Theater:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/alice-in-chains-to-play-phoenix/

Henry Rollins – Frequent Flyer Tour (an evening of spoken word) – Marquee Theater - February 18, 2010

Mariah Carey – Feb 20th – 8PM – Dodge Theater

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

Bon Jovi – February 24th, 2010 – Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre
For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show

Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 20% [?]

Lots going on this week!  Check out the fun stuff you have to choose from!

1) Monster Jam (Monster Trucks) – January 30th – Chase Field

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004335E19F5A60?artistid=807285&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=25

2) The Phoenix Symphony plays the music of Queen and Led Zeppelin – 8:00 PM -  January 29th – Dodge Theater -

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415230

3) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

4) Raven Event’s Little Black Dress Night – January 30th – Angels and Outlaws – Free

http://www.ravenevents.com/MonthlyEvents/01302010/

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=259607914183&index=1

5) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st)

http://twitpic.com/yzya5

6) ASU vs. U of A Hockey – Friday January 29th (7:30 PM) and Saturday January 30th (6:15 PM) Oceanside Arena – Tempe - The Battle of Arizona Continues at Oceanside Ice Arena in Tempe.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=270411412489&index=1

7) Riverdance – Orpheum Theater – January 26th through January 31st – The world famous Irish dancing show made famous by Michael Flatley, comes to Phoenix! According to the Riverdance website “Weaving ancient Celtic mythology and Irish history this section takes you through Riverdance in detail, revealing the meaning and motivation of each scene, its music and choreography.” http://www.ticketmaster.com/Orpheum-Theatre-tickets-Phoenix/venue/245983

8) La Boheme – Arizona Opera – Symphony Hall – January 29th – 31st – The Classic Opera comes to Symphony Hall

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Arizona-Opera-tickets/artist/803470

9) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

10) Modified Arts: Looking Back on the Future – through February, 13 – To celebrate the new management of Modified Arts, they will be having a month long exhibition of some of the top contemporary artists that Phoenix has to offer. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=228960494237&index=1

11) Olio Nuovo (New Oil) Festival - Queen Creek Olive Mill – Saturdays through February 21st – The Queen Creek Olive Mill will be celebrating the arrival of their ‘New Oil’ from their pressings during the fall of last year. They will be having lots of fun for all including live music, wine tasting, product tasting, and other specials. Best of all it’s Free!

http://arizonaoliveoil.com/upcoming-events/annual-olive-oil-festival-2/

12) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

13) MACFest – Every Saturday in January (excluding January 2) – Downtown Mesa on Main Street between Sirrine and Morris – This is a free, regularly held arts and culture festival in downtown Mesa featuring creations from local artists, food, and fun for the whole family.

14) Garrison Keillor – January 28th – Celebrity Theater

http://celebritytheatre.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1101&c=39&pg=

15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=272575881611&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight! – Mesa Arts Center – February 6 – 7:30 PM

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/theatre/holbrook

The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

Arizona Diamondbacks Fan Fest – February 13th – Chase Field – FREE – Arizona Diamondbacks fans will love the ability not only walk around on the Chase Field infield but they can also meet Diamondbacks coaches, players and even alumni.   All the details are in the link below!

http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/ari/fan_forum/fanfest.jsp

Sleeping Beauty – Ballet Arizona – Symphony Hall – February 11th to February 14th – Without a doubt Sleeping Beauty is one of the better Valentines Day presents around town.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Symphony-Hall-tickets-Phoenix/venue/246063

Madama Butterfly – Phoenix Opera – Orpheum Theater – February 12th & 14th – The Phoenix Opera’s Season continues with their production of Madama Butterfly

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Madama-Butterfly-tickets/artist/804004

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast.

http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona

Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation

http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall

Details:

http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport
Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun.

Tickets and more info:

http://www.bigbanddance.com/

18) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside!

Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

20) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

25) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA. This week ASU and University of Arizona meet

Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

26) Chinese Lantern Festival – Friday January 29th – Downtown Phoenix Public Market -14 E. Pierce / 721 N. Central – Bring a paper lantern to hang (or float on our new “lake”) in celebration of friends and community. The beauty starts at 5pm!

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Shows off on the horizon:

Five Finger Death Punch w/ Shadows Fall, Throwdown, 2 Cents – Marquee Theatre, Tempe- January 28th – 5:30 PM – All Ages Show

Purchase Tickets Here for Five Finger Death Punch

AFI w/ Audra, Ceremony – Saturday, January 30 – Marquee Theatre, Tempe – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show

Purchase Tickets for AFI

New Found Glory – January 30th – Marquee Theater – Tempe

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/09/new-found-glorys-10th-anniversary-tour-is-coming-to-tempe/

Legendary Pianist George Winston – Mesa Arts Center – February 5th – 7:30 PM

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/music/georgewinston

GABRIEL IGLESIAS THE FLUFFY SHOP TOUR – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6

G Love & Special Sauce with guests Redeye Empire - Marquee Theater – February 11, 2010 – 7:30 PM

Comedian Martin Lawrence – In a rare standup performance – Dodge Theater – February, 13th

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/07/martin-lawrence-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Pink Floyd Laserspectacular – Dodge Theater – February 12th 7:30 PM – Tickets on Sale Friday January 15th at Noon at all Live Nation outlets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/417030

Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx – Celebrity Theater – February 14th – 7:30 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=717

Alice in Chains – February 17th Dodge Theater:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/alice-in-chains-to-play-phoenix/

Henry Rollins – Frequent Flyer Tour (an evening of spoken word) – Marquee Theater - February 18, 2010

Mariah Carey – Feb 20th – 8PM – Dodge Theater

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

Bon Jovi – February 24th, 2010 – Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre
For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show

Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 30% [?]

Wow. As soon as the holidays are over with, the event calendar has just EXPLODED with amazing things to do! Make sure you read everything! Make sure you check out the events and concert calendar as there’s TONS of great artists and events coming to town.

1) Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction – January 18th through the 24th – Westworld – Scottsdale, AZ

The World’s most popular auto auction is back again and this year looks to be even better than the last. Even if you aren’t a car buff, the Barrett Jackson auction has been known to make a car fan out of the least likely of people (ed. note – Myself included). There’s lots to see, do and experience as the auction takes over just about every free space of the Westworld grounds. The Barrett-Jackson Auction is one of those ‘must-experience’ events for every resident of Phoenix as well as car fans.

Tickets:

https://t1.clicknprint.com/tix/SilverStream/Pages/pgIndex.html?siteID=201

2) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA.  This week ASU and University of Arizona meet

Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

3) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

4) Third Annunal Phoenix Fear Film Festival – MADCAP Theaters – Tempe – January 23rd – Noon to 1 AM -This year’s edition of the Phoenix Fear Festival aims to be the best one yet. Five films, eleven shorts of the best in Horror from around the world. If you’re a horror fan, this is an event you don’t want to miss!!!

Tickets $10 Advance – $20 Day of show – $35 VIP

http://www.phxfearfilmfestival.com/

5) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside!

Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

6) Black Carl – Rhythm Room – Thursday January 21st – The Editor’s favorite local  band is playing tonight.  Check this band out as they are a GREAT live band!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=455574165120&index=1

7) Riverdance – Orpheum Theater – January 26th through January 31st – The world famous Irish dancing show made famous by Michael Flatley, comes to Phoenix! According to the Riverdance website “Weaving ancient Celtic mythology and Irish history this section takes you through Riverdance in detail, revealing the meaning and motivation of each scene, its music and choreography.” http://www.ticketmaster.com/Orpheum-Theatre-tickets-Phoenix/venue/245983

8) Tim Reynolds & Tr3 – Rhythm Room – January 26th – 8:00 PM – The some time collaborator with Dave Matthews and the Dave Matthews band brings his amazing guitar music

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Rhythm-Room-tickets-Phoenix/venue/246011

9) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

10) Modified Arts: Looking Back on the Future – through February, 13 -  To celebrate the new management of Modified Arts, they will be having a month long exhibition of some of the top contemporary artists that Phoenix has to offer. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=228960494237&index=1

11) Olio Nuovo (New Oil) Festival - Queen Creek Olive Mill – Saturdays through February 21st – The Queen Creek Olive Mill will be celebrating the arrival of their ‘New Oil’ from their pressings during the fall of last year. They will be having lots of fun for all including live music, wine tasting, product tasting, and other specials. Best of all it’s Free!

http://arizonaoliveoil.com/upcoming-events/annual-olive-oil-festival-2/

12) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

13) MACFest – Every Saturday in January (excluding January 2) – Downtown Mesa on Main Street between Sirrine and Morris – This is a free, regularly held arts and culture festival in downtown Mesa featuring creations from local artists, food, and fun for the whole family.

14)Hunting Dinosaurs – Paul Sereno – Mesa Arts Center – January 27th – The man who is called the modern day Indiana Jones comes to the Mesa Arts Center for an evening of what it’s like being a paleontologist and the adventures he has!

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/natlgeographic/sereno

15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM

FUSE has some great things cooked up for New Years Eve! Don’t miss out on the fun!

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=261119454556&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Garrison Keillor – January 28th – Celebrity Theater

http://celebritytheatre.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1101&c=39&pg=

La Boheme – Arizona Opera – Symphony Hall – January 29th – 31st – The Classic Opera comes to Symphony Hall

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Arizona-Opera-tickets/artist/803470

Monster Jam (Monster Trucks) – January 30th – Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004335E19F5A60?artistid=807285&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=25

Raven Event’s Little Black Dress Night – January 30th – Angels and Outlaws – Free

http://www.ravenevents.com/MonthlyEvents/01302010/

Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st)

http://twitpic.com/yzya5

Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight! – Mesa Arts Center – February 6 – 7:30 PM

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/theatre/holbrook

The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

Sleeping Beauty – Ballet Arizona – Symphony Hall – February 11th to February 14th – Without a doubt Sleeping Beauty is one of the better Valentines Day presents around town.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Symphony-Hall-tickets-Phoenix/venue/246063

Madama Butterfly – Phoenix Opera – Orpheum Theater – February 12th & 14th -  The Phoenix Opera’s Season continues with their production of Madama Butterfly

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Madama-Butterfly-tickets/artist/804004

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in.  Comes with dinner and a champagne toast.

http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona

Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation

http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall

Details:

http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa.  It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun.

Tickets and more info:

http://www.bigbanddance.com/

18) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) You have probably heard by now that the long running Shake! is no more. DJ William Fucking Reed just announced what the new incarnation of Shake is going to be:

“Shake! has moved and is no longer @ Rogue Bar. Starting Saturday Nov 7 Shake! is teaming up with Faux Show to present Cheap Thrills every week @ Black Forest Mill 4900 E Indian School Rd. Spread it.” (From his Facebook Page)

20) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets on sale January 25th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Shows off on the horizon:

Five Finger Death Punch w/ Shadows Fall, Throwdown, 2 Cents – Marquee Theatre, Tempe- January 28th – 5:30 PM – All Ages Show

Purchase Tickets Here for Five Finger Death Punch

AFI w/ Audra, Ceremony – Saturday, January 30 – Marquee Theatre, Tempe – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show

Purchase Tickets for AFI

New Found Glory – January 30th – Marquee Theater – Tempe

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/09/new-found-glorys-10th-anniversary-tour-is-coming-to-tempe/

Legendary Pianist George Winston – Mesa Arts Center – February 5th – 7:30 PM

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/music/georgewinston

GABRIEL IGLESIAS THE FLUFFY SHOP TOUR – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6

G Love & Special Sauce with guests Redeye Empire - Marquee Theater – February 11, 2010 – 7:30 PM

Comedian Martin Lawrence – In a rare standup performance – Dodge Theater – February, 13th

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/07/martin-lawrence-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Pink Floyd Laserspectacular – Dodge Theater – February 12th 7:30 PM – Tickets on Sale Friday January 15th at Noon at all Live Nation outlets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/417030

Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx – Celebrity Theater – February 14th – 7:30 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=717

Alice in Chains – February 17th Dodge Theater:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/alice-in-chains-to-play-phoenix/

Henry Rollins – Frequent Flyer Tour (an evening of spoken word) – Marquee Theater - February 18, 2010

Mariah Carey – Feb 20th – 8PM – Dodge Theater

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

Bon Jovi – February 24th, 2010 – Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre
For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show

Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 56% [?]

Wow. As soon as the holidays are over with, the event calendar has just EXPLODED with amazing things to do! Make sure you read everything!  Make sure you check out the events and concert calendar as there’s TONS of great artists and events coming to town.

1) Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction – January 18th through the 24th – Westworld – Scottsdale, AZ

The World’s most popular auto auction is back again and this year looks to be even better than the last.  Even if you aren’t a car buff, the Barrett Jackson auction has been known to make a car fan out of the least likely of  people (ed. note – Myself included).  There’s lots to see, do and experience as the auction takes over just about every free space of the Westworld grounds.  The Barrett-Jackson Auction is one of those ‘must-experience’ events for every resident of Phoenix as well as car fans.

Tickets:

https://t1.clicknprint.com/tix/SilverStream/Pages/pgIndex.html?siteID=201

2) Paul Oakenfold – Special benefit Appearance – The Venue of Scottsdale – January 15th

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=273322797904&ref=nf

3) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

4) Itzhak Perlman – January 20th – Mesa Arts Center – 7:30 PM – One of the masters of the Violin returns to the Mesa Arts Center.

Click here to purchase tickets for Itzhak Perlman

5) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside!

Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

6) Cross Canadian Ragweed – January 17th – Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill

Details:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/cross-canadian-ragweed-is-coming-to-town/

7) Raven’s B2B Networking Mixer – Un Bacio Restaurant – Scottsdale – Free – From Raven’s FB Event “This is THE best event to mix, mingle, network and socialize an informal, open forum. We provide a comfortable, inviting environment openly welcoming anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit! The B2B Networking Mixer is a popular event that takes place every 2nd Thursday of each month and brings in about 400 guests. Each month we promote and feature up to two businesses or organizations that become the focal point of interest during the B2B Mixer. Although this event is held in a fun, upbeat atmosphere, make no mistake about it, in attendance are like-minded individuals who are there to exchange ideas, get referrals, make beneficial introductions and seek out serious business connections. This is a FREE event that was created, promoted and always hosted, by Raven Events, LLC.”

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=238859514346&index=1

8) Monster Energy Supercross – January 16th – Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Supercross-tickets/artist/821673?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name7

9) The Arizona Cardinals are onto the next round of the playoffs in New Orleans where they will take on the Saints Air attack. Kickoff is at 2:30 PM AZ time on Fox 10.

http://www.azcardinals.com/gameday/index.html

10) NU(Native+You)= Art+Opera+Drinks+Dining – Heard Museum – Every 3rd Friday – Free – From the NU Facebook Event: “The Heard Museum’s third Friday evening free series, NU (Native + You), will mix opera and art on January 15 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The evening includes a panel discussion with several well respected contemporary artists, and operatic performance and a meet and greet with artist Steve Yazzie. Admission to the event and museum is FREE.”

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=266506492845&index=1

11) Olio Nuovo (New Oil) Festival - Queen Creek Olive Mill – Saturdays through February 21st – The Queen Creek Olive Mill will be celebrating the arrival of their ‘New Oil’ from their pressings during the fall of last year.   They will be having lots of fun for all including live music, wine tasting, product tasting, and other specials.  Best of all it’s Free!

http://arizonaoliveoil.com/upcoming-events/annual-olive-oil-festival-2/

12) Glendale Glitter and Glow Block Party – January 16th – Downtown Glendale – 4-10 PM Come see Glendale’s festival to officially end the holiday season!  It’s your absolute last chance to see over 1.5 million lights over 16 blocks of blocked off streets.  It’s a great event for all as there will be lots of music, food, events for the kids and great memories about to be made if you join in the fun!

http://www.glendaleaz.com/events/GlitterandGlow.cfm

13) MACFest – Every Saturday in January (excluding January 2) – Downtown Mesa on Main Street between Sirrine and Morris – This is a free, regularly held arts and culture festival in downtown Mesa featuring creations from local artists, food, and fun for the whole family.

14) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA.

Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM

FUSE has some great things cooked up for New Years Eve! Don’t miss out on the fun!

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=268912606809&ref=mf

17) Upcoming Event Tickets

Third Annunal Phoenix Fear Film Festival – MADCAP Theaters – Tempe – January 23rd – Noon to 1 AM -This year’s edition of the Phoenix Fear Festival aims to be the best one yet.  Five films, eleven shorts of the best in Horror from around the world.  If you’re a horror fan, this is an event you don’t want to miss!!!

Tickets $10 Advance – $20 Day of show – $35 VIP

http://www.phxfearfilmfestival.com/

Hunting Dinosaurs – Paul Sereno – Mesa Arts Center – January 27th – The man who is called the modern day Indiana Jones comes to the Mesa Arts Center for an evening of what it’s like being a paleontologist and the adventures he has!

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/natlgeographic/sereno

Garrison Keillor – January 28th – Celebrity Theater

http://celebritytheatre.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1101&c=39&pg=

Monster Jam (Monster Trucks) – January 30th – Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004335E19F5A60?artistid=807285&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=25

Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight! – Mesa Arts Center – February 6 – 7:30 PM

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/theatre/holbrook

WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year.  By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter.  By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona

Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation

http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall

Details:

http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

18) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) You have probably heard by now that the long running Shake! is no more. DJ William Fucking Reed just announced what the new incarnation of Shake is going to be:

“Shake! has moved and is no longer @ Rogue Bar. Starting Saturday Nov 7 Shake! is teaming up with Faux Show to present Cheap Thrills every week @ Black Forest Mill 4900 E Indian School Rd. Spread it.” (From his Facebook Page)

20) A special screening of Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter is dead at the MADCAP Theaters Friday the 15th and Saturday the 16th.  Details and Ticket info below:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=248558933565&index=1

21) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

23) Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Ain’t Misbehavin’ – Arizona Theater Company – Ends January 17th – The Arizona Theater Company’s production of the Tony Award winning play has been getting RAVE reviews across the board and is extended for the final time through January 17th.

Tickets and info:

http://aztheatreco.org/index.html?mainmenu.html&1

25) Chandler Multicultural Festival – January 16th – 11 am to 5 PM – Chandler Public Library Courtyard – The Chandler Multicultural Festival celebrates the cultural heritage of the Chandler area with music, dance, art, food as well as fun for the kids.  It’s a huge celebration highlighted by swearing in of new US Citizens at 12:30 PM.

http://www.chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=157

26) Comedienne Kathy Griffin – Dodge Theatre – Saturday, January 16 – 8:00 p.m.

27) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

28) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe Thursday – MADCAP Theaters – January 14th – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=255270062578&index=1

29) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’.

http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Legendary Pianist George Winston – Mesa Arts Center – February 5th – 7:30 PM

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/music/georgewinston

Pink Floyd Laserspectacular – Dodge Theater – February 12th 7:30 PM – Tickets on Sale Friday January 15th at Noon at all Live Nation outlets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/417030

Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx – Celebrity Theater – February 14th – 7:30 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=717

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets on sale January 25th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Shows off on the horizon:

Five Finger Death Punch w/ Shadows Fall, Throwdown, 2 Cents – Marquee Theatre, Tempe- January 28th – 5:30 PM – All Ages Show

Purchase Tickets Here for Five Finger Death Punch

AFI w/ Audra, Ceremony – Saturday, January 30 – Marquee Theatre, Tempe – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show

Purchase Tickets for AFI

New Found Glory – January 30th – Marquee Theater – Tempe

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/09/new-found-glorys-10th-anniversary-tour-is-coming-to-tempe/

GABRIEL IGLESIAS THE FLUFFY SHOP TOUR – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6

G Love & Special Sauce with guests Redeye Empire - Marquee Theater – February 11, 2010 – 7:30 PM

Comedian Martin Lawrence – In a rare standup performance – Dodge Theater – February, 13th

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/07/martin-lawrence-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Alice in Chains – February 17th Dodge Theater:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/alice-in-chains-to-play-phoenix/

Henry Rollins – Frequent Flyer Tour (an evening of spoken word) – Marquee Theater - February 18, 2010

Mariah Carey – Feb 20th – 8PM – Dodge Theater

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

Bon Jovi – February 24th, 2010 – Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre
For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show

Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

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HAPPY NEW YEARS!!!!!

1) New Years Eve – Instead of putting all the best New Years Eve options we could find in the main list of things to do for the week, we put them ALL at the bottom of the page.  TONS of options all around the Greater Phoenix Area!

Stay Safe and don’t drink and drive….it’s not worth it!

2) First Friday — Downtown Phoenix — It’s that time of the month where the artists of Phoenix open their doors to the public. Since First Friday is one of the coolest and greatest cultural events that Phoenix has to offer it’s a must see event! Check out the pictures on our Facebook Fan Page for but a small sample of the goings on.

http://www.artlinkphoenix.com/

Keep in mind that First Friday takes place all across Downtown Phoenix so here’s some of the main areas to check out:

Roosevelt Row:

http://www.rooseveltrow.org/first_fridays.html

Grand Avenue:

http://grandavenuefestivalaz.com/newsletter/NovFirstFriday.html

Arizona Derby Dames Bake Sale in the Roosevelt Row section of first Friday

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=211083052894&index=1

3) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

4) Raven Events New Years Eve Bash – Angels and Outlaws – (Hotel deals still available)

All you single guys pay attention:  ALL THE SINGLE LADIES TICKETS HAVE BEEN SOLD OUT!!!

Bring your friends and celebrate with Raven and guests at a fabulous new venue in the heart of Scottsdale. At Angels and Outlaws, guests will discover a sensually sophisticated interior with chic décor, a huge dance floor and comfortably furnished outdoor heated patio. This beautiful place is also becoming known for having the friendliest and best looking staff in town!

http://www.ravenevents.com/MonthlyEvents/12312009/

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=239670761487&index=1

5) Fiesta Bowl Parade - January 2nd – 11:00 AM – Central Phoenix – One of the best time honored traditions in the Valley is back.  This year’s Grand Marshall is none other than WWE superstar John Cena!

http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/events/parade/

Also, check out the Arizona Derby Dames at the Parade!!!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=220785957638&index=1

6) Phoenix Coyotes/Westgate City Center – New Years Eve Double header package - Purchase an upperlevel ticket to the Coyotes New Years Eve game against the San Jose Sharks and you will get a ticket to the 4th annual Westgate Rocks New Years Eve all for $30!!!

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00437EC2DF6819?artistid=806002&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=9

7) Zoppe Family Circus – Chandler Center for the Arts – December 26 through January 3rd

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/18/zoppe-family-circus-comes-to-the-chandler-center-for-the-arts/

8) Fiesta Bowl – January 4th 2010 – University of Phoenix Stadium – Game is SOLD OUT

http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/tostitos/

If you’re going to the game, make sure you read all the important traffic information from the City of Glendale:

http://www.glendalesgotgame.com/fiestabowl/

9) The Arizona Cardinals host the Green Bay Packers in the regular season Finale at home. Kickoff is at 2:15 AM AZ time on Fox 10.

http://www.azcardinals.com/gameday/index.html

10) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM

FUSE has some great things cooked up for New Years Eve!  Don’t miss out on the fun!

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option, Afterhours, Discounted Hotel Rooms

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=237313586479&index=1

11) Fiesta Bowl Block Party – Mill Ave Area of Tempe – Dec 31st from 5 PM to 12:30 AM – The Doobie Brothers and fireworks highlight the New Years eve classic in downtown Tempe!

http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/events/blockparty/

Here’s the map of the goings on:

http://www.fiestabowl.org/images/uploads/bubble_map09_front.jpg

12) Sonic Youth – Marquee Theater – January 5th – 7:00 PM

https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/onlineSale%3bjsessionid=752CE1F0DBE9AF0C7474E8289312B8A0?action=selectPerformance&cobrand=luckymanonline&performance_id=1052422

13) - Joel McHale – Thursday December 31, 2009 – Dodge Theater – 8:00 PM

14) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA.

Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

16) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

17) Upcoming Event Tickets

Monster Energy Supercross – January 16th – Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Supercross-tickets/artist/821673?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name7

Monster Jam (Monster Trucks) – January 30th – Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004335E19F5A60?artistid=807285&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=25

FBR Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall

Details:

http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction – January 18th through the 24th – Westworld – Scottsdale, AZ

Tickets:

https://t1.clicknprint.com/tix/SilverStream/Pages/pgIndex.html?siteID=201

18) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) You have probably heard by now that the long running Shake! is no more. DJ William Fucking Reed just announced what the new incarnation of Shake is going to be:

“Shake! has moved and is no longer @ Rogue Bar. Starting Saturday Nov 7 Shake! is teaming up with Faux Show to present Cheap Thrills every week @ Black Forest Mill 4900 E Indian School Rd. Spread it.” (From his Facebook Page)

20) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

21) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

22) Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo -Nightly Through January 10th – With approximately 2.5 million lights Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo is a holiday tradition that must be seen!

http://phoenixzoo.org/events/ZooLights/

23)Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

21.5)

Concerts

Tickets on Sale this week:

Shows off on the horizon:

Comedienne Kathy Griffin – Dodge Theatre – Saturday, January 16 – 8:00 p.m.

Cross Canadian Ragweed – January 17th – Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill

Details:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/cross-canadian-ragweed-is-coming-to-town/

GABRIEL IGLESIAS THE FLUFFY SHOP TOUR – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6

G Love & Special Sauce with guests Redeye Empire - Marquee Theater – February 11, 2010 – 7:30 PM

Alice in Chains – February 17th Dodge Theater:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/alice-in-chains-to-play-phoenix/

Henry Rollins – Frequent Flyer Tour (an evening of spoken word) – Marquee Theater - February 18, 2010

Mariah Carey – Feb 20th – 8PM – Dodge Theater

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

Bon Jovi – February 24th, 2010 – Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix!  Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre
For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

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New Years Eve Festivities

Downtown Phoenix

FUSE NEW YEAR’S EVE @ BAR SMITH

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option, Afterhours, Discounted Hotel Rooms

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=237313586479&index=1

ALL STAR NEW YEARS EVE

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=219237656659&index=1

Sky Lounge

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=223722038702&index=1

Tempe

Fiesta Bowl Block Party – Mill Ave Area of Tempe – Dec 31st from 5 PM to 12:30 AM – The Doobie Brothers and fireworks highlight the New Years eve classic in downtown Tempe!

http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/events/blockparty/

Here’s the map of the goings on:

http://www.fiestabowl.org/images/uploads/bubble_map09_front.jpg

Vintage Bar and Grill

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=191852354719&index=1

Soulflite and Bugz in the Attic present The GODFATHER

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=210732814384&index=1

The Blunt Club New Years Eve Extravaganza

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=210506363569&index=1

2009 NEW YEARS EVE BASH @ CRAVE LOUNGE

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=202036584797&index=1

Scottsdale

103.9’s Ultimate Block Party with Reel Big Fish and the Dirty Heads

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=214965460687&index=1

Studio 74 at Asia de Cuba (in the Mondrian Hotel)

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=224059587472&index=1

New Years Eve at the Martini Ranch with Rock Lobster

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=219091171854&index=1

Suede New Years Eve with KDP and DJ Nameless!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=202099828737&index=1

American Junkie New Years Eve Bash

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=212578555664&index=1

New Year’s Eve 2010 Masquerade Ball @ Cream Stereo Lounge

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=223241154717&index=1

MYST 2010 B.C. NEW YEARS EVE

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=208299266428&index=1

Paparazzi New Years Eve Party

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=222649932490&index=1

BUBBLES & BOTTLES

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=226622606360&index=1

Devil’s Martini – Old Town – New Year’s Eve 2010

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=244362006947&index=1

Paradise Valley

The Mansion Group Presents…New Years Eve 2010 at Montelucia

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=234281117386&index=1

Glendale

Westgate Rocks New Years Eve – Westgate City Center – This is quickly becoming THE place to go for New Years Eve on the Westside.  I personally have heard nothing but positive comments of the events during last years festivities.
4th Annual Westgate Rocks New Year’s Eve Celebration
WaterDance Plaza
7pm – 2 am . Thursday, December 31

Ticket prices*:
$10 in advance,
$20 at the door,

$30 package includes a ticket to the eariler Coyotes game – On Sale Now at ticketmaster.com
*Cost of admission does not include cover charge at Westgate bars/restaurants

http://www.westgatecitycenter.com/nye.php

Winter Wonderland 2010 – Sangria Luxe Lounge

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=187542727223&index=1

Chandler

Fired Up Grill’s New Years Eve Party

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=234684423696&index=1

…and if that wasn’t enough…New Years Eve After parties

18+ “MYSTIFIED SUNRISE” – New Years Afterhours

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207598539911&index=1

AfterGlow NYE After Hours

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=212433532334&index=1

Crown Room NYE AFTERHOURS !!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=225240163070&index=1

Popularity: 60% [?]

It’s Labor Day weekend and there’s TONS to do!  Let’s get it started!

1) First Friday — It’s that time of the month where the artists of Phoenix open their doors to the public.   Since First Friday is one of the coolest and greatest cultural events that Phoenix has to offer it’s a must see event!  Check out the pictures on our Facebook Fan Page for but a small sample of the goings on.

http://www.rooseveltrow.org/first_fridays.html

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Look out for the Arizona Derby Dames who will be having a Bake Sale in the Roosevelt Row area:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=130612281535

2) Final Adult Swim of the season -- September 6th -- Wyndham Hotel - 2 PM to 10 PM -- GUEST DJS — PINKY RING DJS + WILLIAM REED, JARED ALAN AND SEAN WATSON. Last chance to get in on the fun until next summer!

For you Facebook types….

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=126596709322

3) The 2009 ASU Football season is finally underway!!! The Sun Devils host the Idaho State Bengals at Sun Devil Stadium. Kickoff is at 7:00 PM and will be carried live on FSN AZ.

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/gameday/index.html

4) Phoenix Mercury Special Event - Six time olympian Jackie-Joyner Kersee  will be honored before the Phoenix Mercury game on Saturday September 5th as part of the Mercury’s Women of Inspiration night campaign.

http://www.wnba.com/mercury/

For you Facebook types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=139217251184

5)  Black Carl -- Yucca Tap Room -- FREE -- The Editor’s favorite local band is back from their recent tour of California and they are appearing Saturday in Tempe at the Yucca Tap Room.  If you haven’t had a chance to see them live, do it.  They put on a great show.  According to the band, they should be on stage around 10:30 PM.

For you Facebook Types….

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=145656168689

6) Hell City Tattoo Fest - The Biltmore Resort & Spa -- This Friday -- Sunday -- America’s Favorite Tattoo Festival is returning to Phoenix, AZ! The Hell City Tattoo Fest 8 “Tattoo Vacation” will take place Sept 4th -6th at the Biltmore Resort & Spa in downtown Phoenix, Arizona over Labor Day Weekend. Without a doubt, this year’s festival is tattoo history in the making! Don’t miss this one of a kind tattoo vacation!

http://hellcity.com/

http://www.hellcity.com/TICKETS-ADVERTISING/HELL-CITY-TATTOO-CONVENTION-PRESALE-TICKETS.html

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=94111402678

7) Fundraiser for the United Blood Services at the D-Backs Game -- Help out the United Blood Services by purchasing specially priced tickets from the Diamondbacks for the Monday September 7th game versus the Los Angeles Dodgers.  Tickets are only $15 and $5 of ticket price will benefit the United Blood Services.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=113909492242

8) Raven’s B2B Networking Mixer -Un Bacio -- This is THE best event to mix, mingle, network and socialize! We provide a comfortable, inviting environment openly welcoming all with an entrepreneurial spirit! Bring plenty of business cards and get ready to meet with some of the Valley’s most enterprising, successful business owners and professionals in an informal, open forum. The B2B Networking Mixer is a popular event that takes place every 2nd Thursday of each month and brings in about 400 guests. Each month we promote and feature a business or organization that becomes the focal point prior to and during each mixer. Although this event is held in a fun, upbeat atmosphere, make no mistake about it, in attendance are like-minded individuals who are there to exchange ideas, get referrals, make beneficial introductions and seek out serious business connections.

http://www.ravenevents.com/MonthlyEvents/09102009/

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=146741458133

9) The Mars Volta: Saturday -- 09/05/09 -- 8:00 PM -- Dodge Theatre

For you Facebook Types….

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117674327090

10) Nickelback -- TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 at JOBING.COM ARENA with special guests HINDER, PAPA ROACH and SAVING ABEL

11) Head out for a bike ride. The temperatures are finally sinking below triple digits meaning it’s time to head back outside!!!

12) F@#K MICKEY MOUSE -- MADCAP Theater -- $10 -- Midnite Movie Mamacita brings World-renowned film scholar and animation expert DENNIS NYBACK to MADCAP Theaters to reveal the scandalous truth about Walt Disney’s influence on the cartoon world.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=134250571986

13) FUSE -- Bar Smith -- Friday Nights -- $5 -- Bar Smith -- Downtown Phoenix -- 10PM -- 2 AM

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=157337832574

14) Shake! -- Every Saturday Night -- Rogue Bar -- Scottsdale -- $5 (approx) If you are a frequent reader of this site you know that one of the best places to go on a Saturday night is Shake!. Great Music and fun for a great price!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2008/10/27/review-shake-the-rogue-saturday-october-25th/

15) Lynyrd Skynyrd -- Wednesday September 9th at 8 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=656

16) Salt River Tubing -- It’s getting into the triple digits again so that must mean that it’s that time of year to start floating down the Salt River.

http://www.saltrivertubing.com/

17) 18) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market -- Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon.

http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

19) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday

http://www.smoca.org/

21) Upcoming Event Tickets: AVP Crocs Tour/Pro Beach Volleyball Returns to the Westgate City Center -- The best beach Volleyball players in the world will decend upon the Westgate City Center for the final stop of the season of the AVP tour.

The 1st ever Arizona Wine Growers festival will take place at The Farm at South Mountain on November 22nd.  Tix on Sale now. http://bit.ly/1m6wPT

22) 

21.5) Concerts

Tickets on Sale this week:

Jamie Foxx: TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 AT 10AM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 at DODGE THEATRE

The Subdudes: TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 AT 10AM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 at THE RHYTHM ROOM

Shows off on the horizon:

Arizona Fall Frenzy -- The first festival of the season is just around the corner. Get your tickets now for the Arizona Fall Frenzy.

http://www.arizonafallfrenzy.com/

CHICK COREA, STANLEY CLARKE & LENNY WHITE -- ORPHEUM THEATRE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

P!nk -- Sunday September 20th at 7:30 PM -- Jobing.com Arena

Chickenfoot -- Wednesday September 23rd at 7:30 PM -- Dodge Theater

David Cross at the Orpheum Theater – Wednesday, September 23 at 7:30PM

BonTaj Roulet: Bonnie Raitt & Taj Mahal -- Thursday September 24th -- 7:30 PM -- Dodge Theater

The Australian Pink Floyd Show — Friday, September 25th at 8:00 PM — Dodge Theater — Tickets on Sale Monday August 3rd at 10 AM

Star Wars: In Concert — October 4th — Jobing.com Arena — Two shows — 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM

The Music Of The Doors -- Featuring Ray Manzarek & Robby Krieger along with The Phoenix Symphony -- Thursday -- 10/08/09 -- at 7:30 PM -- Dodge Theatre

Little Feat at the Martini Ranch – Saturday, October 10 at 8:00PM

Frank Caliendo -- Dodge Theatre -- All Ages -- Saturday 10/10/2009 -- 8:30 PM

Children Of Bodom w/ Austrain Death Machine, Black Dahlia Murder, SkeletonWitch -- October 12, 2009 -- Marquee Theatre

Rodney Carrington -- 18+ -- Friday -- 10/16/09 -- 8:00 PM -- Dodge Theatre

The National Touring Production of ‘Grease’ starring ‘American Idol’ winner Taylor Hicks ad ‘Teen Angel’ -- October 20 through October 25th at the Dodge Theater

U2’s 360 Tour -- Tuesday 10/20/09 -- Time TBD -- University of Phoenix Stadium

Adrian Belew -- TICKETS ON SALE NOW! -- THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 -- THE RHYTHM ROOM -- Tickets: $28

Popularity: 97% [?]

First off don’t forget to check out our new ‘Things to do to beat the heat’ feature! Some great ideas to get out of the triple digit temperatures!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/05/20/fun-things-to-do-to-beat-the-heat/

1) The Absolute #1 thing to do this week is on Saturday night at Chase Field.

The Arizona Diamondbacks are literally having a party at the game against the Astros. First Pitch is at 5:10 PM.  Now the Diamondbacks have announced that they will be having a Luis Gonzalez appreciation night.  The team will honor Gonzo with a pre-game on field ceremony and the first 25,000 fans will also receive a commemorative ‘Gonzo’ T-shirt.

Now here’s the reason why it’s a party.

In addition to the festivities, you will get…

1) The baseball game

2) A post game concert with country superstars Montgomery Gentry

3) A post game fireworks show after the concert

That, as they say, is not all.

The Phoenix Area Saint Vincent de Paul is offering you a chance to head to this once in a lifetime event while raising money for them in the process.  You can purchase special tickets to this game for $10 or $35 (as of press time only 14 $35 tickets remain) and a portion of the proceeds go to Saint Vincent de Paul.  Just follow the link below for details on how to purchase tickets.

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/08/20/raise-money-for-st-vincent-de-paul-by-purchasing-d-backs-tickets-starting-at-10/

Other tickets, if sold out, can be purchased here: 

http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/ticketing/index.jsp?c_id=ari

2) Free Movie – You can see the new movie, Final Destination 3D,  this Thursday at 9PM at the Arizona Mills Mall for FREE!!  Just go to www.gofobo.com/RSVP to get your free pass. The code is KEDJE4WV

Supplies are limited.

3) The 1st ever Arizona Wine Growers festival will take place at  The Farm at South Mountain. Tix on Sale Sept 1st. http://bit.ly/1m6wPT

4) The Cardinals/Packers game this weekend is sold out so the game will be on ABC 15 TV.

5) ASU Football Mock Game – 6:30 PM – Sun Devil Stadium – The ASU Sun Devils will be holding a ‘Mock Game’ starting around 6:30 PM at Sun Devil Stadium.  This will not be a contact practice but a more of a situational practice.

6) 2009 ASU/U of A Alumni Classic Fundraiser for Neutral Zones of America – August 30th – US Air Arena - Gilbert Arenas and Kenny Lofton head up a cast of Arizona State University and University of Arizona Alumni alumni athletes.

According to the Alumni Classic Webpage “Neutral Zones of America, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) non-profit youth organization based in Phoenix, Arizona.  The organization is geared towards serving youth and families in low income communities.  The organization’s goal is to one day provide a multi-cultural community center that has a strong emphasis on education, individual growth and youth development.” 

Tickets and more information can be found:

http://www.alumniclassic.com/

7) Def Leppard with Poison and Cheap Trick – Saturday 08/29/09 7:00 PM Cricket Wireless Pavilion

8) The Atomic Punks w/Voodoo, Grind – August 29, 2009 – Marquee Theatre - The #1 David Lee Roth era Van Halen Tribute Band in the world is coming to Phoenix this Saturday!  They’re so good that David Lee Roth himself has hired members for his solo tours over the years.

9) The Mars Volta: Saturday – 09/05/09 – 8:00 PM – Dodge Theatre

10) Jeff Foxworthy at the Celebrity Theater – August, 29th for two shows!!! 7 PM and 10 PM

http://celebritytheatre.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1062&c=39&pg=   

For you Facebook types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=73346614435

11) Raven Events – Sexy Sundress Saturday – 8PM – 11 PM – Trader Vic’s at the Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale

http://www.ravenevents.com/MonthlyEvents/08292009/

For you Facebook types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=112630553329

12) Bachelor and Bachlorette Auction for Charity – Sandbar – Scottsdale

Come on out and join the FUN at the Sandbar this Thursday, August 27th, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., as the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society hosts a “Bachelor & Bachelorette Auction in the Sand”.

Over 25 eligible bachelors and bachelorettes will be waiting to steal your heart away! You just may find that extra-special someone who will sweep you off your feet and onto a fabulous first date.

Donation Cover is $10 but if you mention you saw it on Facebook you can get in for $5.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=120845897364

13) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141264226192

14) Shake! – Every Saturday Night – Rogue Bar – Scottsdale – $5 (approx) If you are a frequent reader of this site you know that one of the best places to go on a Saturday night is Shake!. Great Music and fun for a great price!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2008/10/27/review-shake-the-rogue-saturday-october-25th/

15) Lynyrd Skynyrd – Wednesday September 9th at 8 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=656

16) Salt River Tubing – It’s getting into the triple digits again so that must mean that it’s that time of year to start floating down the Salt River.

http://www.saltrivertubing.com/

17) Garden Flashlight Tours – Thursdays and Saturdays during June, July and August – Desert Botanical Gardens – $7.50 – $15.00 (Free for Garden Members)

EDITORS NOTE:  This is the last few days the Flashlight tours will be offered until next summer.

http://dbg.org/index.php/about/news/flashlightours

18) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon.

http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

19) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday

http://www.smoca.org/

21) Upcoming Event Tickets: AVP Crocs Tour/Pro Beach Volleyball Returns to the Westgate City Center – The best beach Volleyball players in the world will decend upon the Westgate City Center for the final stop of the season of the AVP tour.

22) Star Swim returns for another summer!!! – The Party returns to the Hotel San Carlos where it all started!!! This week’s lineup is Dust Jacket, Hooves, and We Fear The Bees.
For more information and the bands/artists scheduled to appear please check out the Star Swim website:

http://www.psykosteve.com/

http://www.starswimphx.com/

 21.5) Concerts

Tickets on Sale this week:

Jamie Foxx: TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 AT 10AM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 at DODGE THEATRE

The Subdudes: TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 AT 10AM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 at THE RHYTHM ROOM

 

Shows off on the horizon:

Arizona Fall Frenzy – The first festival of the season is just around the corner.  Get your tickets now for the Arizona Fall Frenzy.

http://www.arizonafallfrenzy.com/

Daryl Hall and John Oates: Wednesday September 9, 2009 at 7:30 PM – Dodge Theater

CHICK COREA, STANLEY CLARKE & LENNY WHITE – ORPHEUM THEATRE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

P!nk – Sunday September 20th at 7:30 PM – Jobing.com Arena

Chickenfoot – Wednesday September 23rd at 7:30 PM – Dodge Theater

David Cross at the Orpheum Theater – Wednesday, September 23 at 7:30PM

BonTaj Roulet: Bonnie Raitt & Taj Mahal – Thursday September 24th – 7:30 PM – Dodge Theater

The Australian Pink Floyd Show — Friday, September 25th at 8:00 PM — Dodge Theater — Tickets on Sale Monday August 3rd at 10 AM

Star Wars: In Concert — October 4th — Jobing.com Arena — Two shows — 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM

The Music Of The Doors – Featuring Ray Manzarek & Robby Krieger along with The Phoenix Symphony – Thursday – 10/08/09 – at 7:30 PM – Dodge Theatre

Little Feat at the Martini Ranch – Saturday, October 10 at 8:00PM

Children Of Bodom w/ Austrain Death Machine, Black Dahlia Murder, SkeletonWitch – October 12, 2009 – Marquee Theatre

Rodney Carrington – 18+ – Friday – 10/16/09 – 8:00 PM – Dodge Theatre

The National Touring Production of ‘Grease’ starring ‘American Idol’ winner Taylor Hicks ad ‘Teen Angel’ – October 20 through October 25th at the Dodge Theater

 

 

Popularity: 100% [?]

Less than 100 tickets remain for this event which is sure to be a classic.  Raven will be celebrating her birthday in STYLE by taking over the entire Clarion Scottsdale Hotel property with a HUGE party for Charity!

Dress Code is:

Casual, cool, comfortable! Hawaiian Shirts, Sexy Sun Dresses, swimwear!

Need more convincing?

http://www.ravenevents.com/MonthlyEvents/06262009/

Tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door…if there are any left….

Call (number is in the link) for VIP Cabana Reservations at the Pool.

Popularity: 2% [?]

Editor’s note:  Pictures from the Red Light District Costume Ball are posted to our Facebook Fan Page

When I first arrived at the Wrigley Mansion for Raven Events “Red Light District Costume Ball”, I wasn’t sure what to expect.  The only thing that I knew going into this event was that the fundraiser was for local battered women’s shelter charities and that the beautiful women there would be dressed spectacularly.

When the Valet took my car off, I boarded a bus for the short drive to the top of Wrigley Mansion.

Once the 100 foot summit to the mansion entrance was conquered, I entered through the front door and my first mission was to check out the Mansion itself…the parts that were open to the public.  This was the first time I had visited the Wrigley Mansion.  However, the review of the mansion will come on another day.

(For more information about the Wrigley Mansion, please refer to this link)

Once my exploring of the mansion was completed, I began to explore the party.  I entered right into Geordie’s Restaurant which was offering a special $10 menu for all party goers in their dining room and drinks in the bar area.  Just past the bar was the dance floor where the band Nineball were cranking out some great cover jams.

Now I know what you’re probably thinking.  “What kind of party was this?”

Given the theme, you’d probably think it was a pretty crazy party.  In some parts of the mansion, it was….really crazy.  However, since this was a fundraiser, people were there to have fun, let loose, and go crazy all in the name of charity.  It was the perfect venue for people to come, have fun and forget about life for a few hours.

The chances that are that if you are reading this, you probably didn’t go.  I won’t be going into detail about the crazy parts of the party except that you all missed out!

The rest of the mansion was all decked out with different themes, vendors of many types and even pole dancing lessons for the ladies.  There was so much to do and see that if someone got bored, you would have to check to see if they had a pulse.  I personally spent quite a bit of time checking out the silent auction as they had so many cool things that were being auctioned off.  From autographed framed photos of rock and sports stars to packaged deals from various companies.

The best part of the Red Light District Ball were the costumes.  Man oh man were some of them great!  Many people got into the full spirit of the event and dressed in attire that was similar to the lady in lingerie in the ad on the Red Light District Ball website and that added to the overall coolness and….let’s say….atmosphere of the party.   Everyone there visibly were having a great time!

I had so much fun that I’m definitely going to be going next year.  Raven put on a hell of an event and can’t wait for her next big function!  If you are ever, in the future, are on the fence about going to one of Raven’s parties, do it.  You won’t be disappointed.

Popularity: 6% [?]

Ok this is a party that is happening at Cezar’s in Scottsdale Wednesday November, 26 from 8 PM to 2 AM.

Raven Events is throwing ‘Raven’s’ Thanksgiving Eve Party.

No Cover and free Appetizers from 8-9 PM.

House Quake, one of the Valley’s best R&B, Funk and Top 40 Dance Bands will be providing the music for the evening.

For more information and the address to the party please refer to the Raven Events Website:

http://www.ravenevents.com/monthlyevents/11262008/

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&ll=33.513991,-111.924891&spn=0.007049,0.015578&z=16&msid=110117270783108833567.00045c95279fbb792884b

Popularity: 3% [?]