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June 2026
June 2026, page 6

JUNE 2026 6   Get ready to hear Black Magic Woman, Oye Como Va, Smooth and more during this 60-minute, all-ages show. Tickets start at $41.50. phxart.org  Contemporary Dance Class 10 a.m. at Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 North 3rd St., Phoenix. Contemporary dance is all about freedom, and at this class – hosted by Upward Spiral – attendees will experience a mix of technique and release, strength and softness, structure and play. Beginners will explore flowing movement, floor work, and dynamic shifts of weight, guided by music and emotion. Registration is $24. upwardspiraldance.com Let it Snow! 10 a.m. at Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Cool off at one of the Heard’s most popular summer traditions. Let It Snow brings Alaska- inspired fun to the desert with hands-on activities that invite kids to play, create, and imagine life in Alaska. Snap a photo inside an inflatable snow globe, join in on a snowball fight, build you own mini snowman and more. This event is free with add-ons available. heard.org  Melrose Vintage Market 10 a.m. at The Duce, 525 S. Central Ave., Phoenix. This morning’s pop- up market is supporting AZ nonprofit one·n·ten. The event is family-friendly, with over 45 vendors selling their wares: vintage, handmade and upcycled furniture, decor, clothing, knick-knacks, handmade jewelry, and arts and crafts. There will be live music, plus brunch and cocktails available for purchase. Admission is $5. melrosevintagemarket.com Juneteenth Celebration 10 a.m. at the Embassy Suites, 4400 S. Rural Road, Tempe. The Arizona Historical Society invites guests to its fifth annual event: “We’ve Come This Far,” which will highlight local historians, storytellers, and community members dedicated to preserving and sharing Arizona’s black history. There will be dance and musical performances, storytellers, and a discussion panel. Admission is free, but registration is required. arizonahistoricalsociety.org   Open Mic Night 7:30 p.m. at Tempe Improv, 930 E. University Dr., Tempe. Those looking Haunted Jails, Rails & Grave Tales 8 p.m. starting at Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, 550 W. Jackson St., Phoenix. Ghost hunters, this one is for you. Explore Phoenix’s Warehouse District on a dark walking tour of haunted jails, railways, and forgotten graves with Get Ghosted Phoenix. Attendees will stop by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Ice House, Phoenix Union Station and more. Tickets start at $44. getghostedphx.com    Phoenix Fan Fusion Hours vary; at the Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. 3rd St. Prepare to fully geek out at the annual Phoenix Fan Fusion event. Don your costume and get ready for contests, movie screenings, merchandise booths, prizes, exhibits, discussions and the best part – photo ops with actors, authors and comic book creators like John Cena, Jared Padalecki, Jamie Campbell Bower, Kevin Smith and more. Tickets range from $50 to $2,000. phoenixfanfusion.com   Watercolor Unleashed 1 p.m. at Shemer Art Center, 5005 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. This class, taught by Julie Gilbert Pollard, will teach students about fresh, clean color, intuitive negative painting, incorporating gouache or acrylic, and stronger composition & design. Attendees will paint a landscape and the only thing you need to bring is your excitement! All levels are welcome. Registration is $190 for five sessions. shemerartcenter.org  Art 360: A Bad Bunny 6 p.m. at the Arizona Science Center, 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix. Feel the rhythm of reggaeton and Latin music as Bad Bunny’s infectious sound pulses across the Dorrance DOME. Audiences will experience vivid visuals and electrifying beats during this dance party. The program will include a 10-minute pre-show walk-in experience followed by a 30-minute program featuring original immersive visuals and 360-degree cinematography set to the music of Bad Bunny. Tickets are $25. azscience.org   Candlelight: Tribute to Carlos Santana 6:30 p.m. at Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Candlelight concerts latest gig transforms music into a multi-sensory experience. The Listeso string quartet will perform Santana’s greatest hits under a warm candlelit glow.  Midweek Miles 6:30 p.m. at Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Join the Phoenix Run Club for a free community run that welcomes all ages and experience levels. Attendees will jog through Biltmore Fashion Park – make sure to bring plenty of water and good shoes. For those interested in more, the club also offers a paid membership with benefits like discounts, training opportunities, and team events. reddevelopment.com  Sonoran Sippin’ 6-9 p.m. at Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy. Kick start the weekend with a drink, live music and an evening in nature. This Friday’s event allows guests to tee up for an evening of mini golf and sip on a refreshing welcome drink as they navigate three different 9-hole LED courses with challenging obstacles. Tickets are $19 for non- members, and reservations are required. dbg.org   Feed the City 8:30 a.m. at Fate Brewing, 1312 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Feed The City, hosted by Tango Charities, is a monthly volunteer event where community members gather to prepare meals for those in need. Volunteers bring supplies for sandwiches, fruit and chips and assemble lunch kits using those ingredients. This event is free. tangocharities.org Join the Phoenix community as it celebrates 602 Day on June 2, 2026. The City of Phoenix has partnered with local businesses and organizations to offer special discounts and deals, and host events and activities that promote community spirit and honor 602 as the city’s most historically significant area code. investinphoenix.com The Brokery opened a new North Scottsdale office through a strategic partnership with Jay Jasper, formerly of Arizona Sunset Realty. Jasper and 30 agents joined the firm, which already operates locations in Arcadia, Biltmore, Old Town Scottsdale, and North Central Phoenix. thebrokery.com Guests attending meetings at Hotel Valley Ho or Mountain Shadows Resort can support area women through the new Leave a Power Suit Behind initiative. Visitors are encouraged to donate gently used professional clothing, shoes or accessories, which will be distributed through Dress for Success Arizona to help people prepare for future career opportunities. dfsphoenix.org Four Peaks is kicking off its 15th annual Four Peaks for Teachers Program . Ten area teachers will receive a $1,000 grant for their classroom. Nominations will be accepted through June 14. Teachers with a valid ID will receive $3 pints at the Four Peaks in Tempe every Tuesday until July 30. fourpeaksforteachers.org The Greater Phoenix Chamber is accepting nominations for its 2026 ATHENA Awards , honoring outstanding businesswomen across the region. Open through June 26, the program celebrates excellence in leadership, community service, and mentorship. Awards span private sector, public sector, and young professionals under 40. phoenixchamber.com Phoenix Rescue Mission launched its annual Code: Red Summer Heat Relief Campaign to help the homeless population and at-risk individuals during the summer. Through September 30, PRM asks the public to start water and food drives and for assistance with monetary donations. Water and all other heat relief donations can be dropped off at the warehouse (2515 N. 34th Dr., Phoenix). The Mission is also in need of volunteers at its Hope for Hunger Food Bank in Glendale. phoenixrescuemission.org Southwest Human Development is launching its annual Back-to-School Drive from June 1 through July 6 to support families facing rising costs. The nonprofit is collecting essential supplies like backpacks, notebooks and clothing for children in its programs. Community donations and online contributions help ensure kids start school prepared and confident, benefiting more than 140,000 children statewide each year. swhd.org  

7 JUNE 2026   to sharpen their comedy skills may find some practice time here. This improv show is open to all experience levels. Guests can sign up via email and on the night of the show, they’ll have five minutes on stage – no topic is off-limits, which is why this event is grown-ups only. Registration is $12. tempeimprov.com  Juneteenth Block Party 7 p.m. at Centerpoint Plaza, 660 S. Mill Ave., Tempe. There’s so much to do at this year’s celebration, it might be hard to decide where to start. Live DJs will have the tunes going and Urban Poet will deliver spoken word performances; there will be dance lessons and dance battles, food trucks, drinks, a cigar lounge, photo ops, interactive art, activities for kids, and the semifinal round of the Downtown Tempe Barber Battle. This event is free. downtowntempe.com A Taste of Italy 6 p.m. at Jamie’s Bottle Shop, 7033 E. Main St., Scottsdale. Join Jamie’s Bottle Shop – a boutique from the owner of Wrigley Mansion that offers 700 labels from across the world – for its Taste of Italy class, an expert-led journey through Italy’s wine regions. Students will receive a beverage flight, charcuterie plate, and class materials. Enjoy some vino and learn something new. Tickets are $75. jamiesbottleshop.com      Sip + Shop Summer Market Series 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, at Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale. The Summer Market Series is back with a celebrity chef dinner on June 20, featuring a three-course meal prepared by Chefs Russell LaCasce and Bernie Kantak. Saturday’s market will feature samples, live music, vendors, tastings and a voucher for ZuZu. The market is free to attend, but registration is required. Dinner is $159 per person. hotelvalleyho.com    Glow Up @SMoCA 7 p.m. at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7374 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. Glow Up is a series focused on self-care and wellness. Each month features sound baths and gentle yoga inside SMoCA’s exhibitions, led by Melinda Milton, a skilled practitioner, who will guide guests through meditative techniques. Need a breather? Look no further. Tickets are $25. scottsdalearts.org Melrose Vintage Market at The Duce in Phoenix. Juneteenth Celebration at the Embassy Suites in Tempe. tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Tino Ferrulli GOING, GOING… Take advantage of exceptional savings on our current selection of loaner vehicles. These well-equipped models offer the luxury, performance and value you’re looking for — with limited availability. Plus, we’re now accepting orders for 2027 models. Reserve your preferred configuration early and be among the first to drive the newest arrivals. 2025 GLB 250 J M Chapman Agency Inc Jay Chapman, Agent Bus: (480) 945-7122 7055 E Thomas Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 jchapman@amfam.com American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. & its Operating Companies, 6000 American Parkway, Madison, WI 53783 ©2015 006441 – Rev. 2/20 – 12923221 CALL (480) 945-7122 FOR A NO-OBLIGATION FREE QUOTE. INSURANCE DESIGNED WITH YOU AND YOUR DREAMS IN MIND. J M Chapman Agency Inc Jay Chapman, Agent Bus: (480) 990-8855 7055 E Thomas Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 jchapman@amfam.com American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. & its Operating Companies, 6000 American Parkway, Madison, WI 53783 ©2015 006441 – Rev. 2/20 – 12923221 CALL (480) 945-7122 FOR A NO-OBLIGATION FREE QUOTE. INSURANCE DESIGNED WITH YOU AND YOUR DREAMS IN MIND. J M Chapman Agency Inc Jay Chapman, Agent Bus: (480) 945-7122 7055 E Thomas Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 jchapman@amfam.com American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. & its Operating Companies, 6000 American Parkway, Madison, WI 53783 ©2015 006441 – Rev. 2/20 – 12923221 CALL (480) 945-7122 FOR A NO-OBLIGATION FREE QUOTE. INSURANCE DESIGNED WITH YOU AND YOUR DREAMS IN MIND. INSURANCE DESIGNED WITH YOU AND YOUR DREAMS IN MIND. CALL (480) 990-8855 FOR A NO-OBLIGATION FREE QUOTE.