13 Things to Do in Phoenix This Week · July 9–12, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Babyface Ray, 42 Dugg, Skilla Baby, and Peezy

Detroit hip-hop stars Babyface Ray and 42 Dugg headline a stacked rap show at The Van Buren in Phoenix.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · The Van Buren, Phoenix

EmoNightPhx Pool Party

The first-ever EmoNightPhx Pool Party brings poolside emo and pop-punk anthems to Pemberton PHX for a splash-zone throwback experience.

Friday, July 10, 2026 · Pemberton PHX, Phoenix

6 Feet Under Goth Night at Palazzo

Monthly goth night featuring Hexmaschine and special guest DJ JPEG spinning darkwave, industrial, EBM, post-punk, dark disco, and Italo disco from 9 PM to 3 AM.

Friday, July 10, 2026 9:00 PM · Palazzo, Phoenix

Frankie J @ Nile Theater

R&B and Latin pop star Frankie J performs live at the historic Nile Theater in Phoenix.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:00 PM · Nile Theater, Phoenix

Evanescence 2026 World Tour with Spiritbox and Nova Twins

Evanescence brings their 2026 World Tour to the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre with support from Spiritbox and Nova Twins.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 · Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N 83rd Ave, Phoenix

Free Events

DTPHX Ride the Rail - July Pop-Up Activations

Downtown Phoenix Inc. and Valley Metro invite riders to explore downtown via light rail with a free Copper Card unlocking deals and pop-up activations throughout July.

Friday, July 10, 2026 · Downtown Phoenix

Phoenix Artisans Weekend Pop Up

A free outdoor artisan market at Margaret T. Hance Park showcasing local makers, crafts, and vendors.

Friday, July 10, 2026 8:00 AM · Margaret T. Hance Park, Phoenix

Run PV - Phoenix Run Club Weekly Run

A free weekly community run at The Park at PV welcoming runners of all levels every Tuesday at 6:30 PM.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 6:30 PM · The Park at PV, Phoenix

Date Night

The 90's Summer Bash at The Duce

A live DJ hybrid set with live music, cocktails, bites, and dancing all night long celebrating the best of 90s summer hits at The Duce.

Friday, July 17, 2026 7:00 PM · The Duce, Phoenix

Sports

25-30s World Cup Watch Parties

A young professionals group hosts World Cup watch parties for the 25-30s crowd, a great way to catch the action with new people.

Sunday, July 19, 2026 11:00 AM · Phoenix

Outdoors & Active

Karuna Reiki 1 and 2 Class

A full-day Karuna Reiki certification class in Scottsdale for those looking to deepen their healing and wellness practice.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 10:00 AM · Scottsdale, Arizona

Food & Drink

Wicked Awesome Happy Hour

A popular networking happy hour event hosted by Real Networking Events with 20+ attendees expected for drinks and mingling.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 6:00 PM · Phoenix

Festivals & Special Events

AZ OFFLINE MIXER

A popular IRL social mixer with 26+ attendees designed to connect Phoenix locals face-to-face away from screens.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:00 PM · Phoenix