9 Things to Do in Phoenix This Week · July 23–26, 2026

Family-Friendly

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

The iconic circus returns to Phoenix for multiple performances at the massive Mortgage Matchup Center, with tickets starting at just $14.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 7:00 PM · Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix

Music & Nightlife

Of Virtue & Savagehand at The Rebel Lounge

Metalcore bands Of Virtue and Savagehand hit The Rebel Lounge with support from Set for Tomorrow and Sorry, for a heavy night of live music.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 · The Rebel Lounge, Phoenix

Darius Rucker at Arizona Financial Theatre

Country and rock star Darius Rucker performs live at the Arizona Financial Theatre in downtown Phoenix.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 7:00 PM · Arizona Financial Theatre, Phoenix

Country Dancing Night at The Duce

A 21+ country dancing night at The Duce featuring lessons starting at 7 PM, social dancing, great music, and an awesome atmosphere — doors open at 6:30 PM.

Thursday, July 30, 2026 6:30 PM · The Duce, Downtown Phoenix

Free Events

Games & Cocktails at Snakes & Lattes (25-30s)

Phoenix Young Millennials group hosts a fun evening of board games and cocktails at Snakes & Lattes, a great way to meet people in the 25–30 age range.

Friday, July 24, 2026 7:30 PM · Snakes & Lattes, Phoenix

Arts & Culture

5th Anniversary Laser Show at MCC Planetarium

Arizona Transplants hosts a 90s-themed laser show at the Mesa Community College Planetarium to celebrate their 5th anniversary — a nostalgic, immersive experience for 20s and 30s.

Friday, July 24, 2026 7:45 PM · MCC Planetarium, Mesa

Festivals & Special Events

AZAZIE Phoenix Pop-Up

A free-ticket bridal and fashion pop-up event featuring AZAZIE's full collection of gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and accessories at a Phoenix-area hotel.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 10:00 AM · Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center, Glendale

6 Feet Under 5-Year Anniversary Goth Night: XENOMORPHIC

6 Feet Under celebrates 5 years with a massive goth night featuring DJs Hexmaschine and Tristan Isuelt, a Metamorphosis Cabaret, live performances, and live art — a once-a-year blowout.

Friday, July 31, 2026 · Phoenix

Food & Drink

Brunch at Culinary Dropout in Tempe

The Phoenix Chill Crew for Professionals in Their 20s-40s gathers for a social brunch at Culinary Dropout in Tempe — a casual way to meet new people over great food.

Sunday, July 26, 2026 12:00 PM · Culinary Dropout, Tempe