20 Things to Do in Phoenix This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Music & Nightlife

6 Feet Under Goth Night with Hexmaschine & Robin Roth

Monthly goth night featuring Hexmaschine and special guest DJ Robin Roth from legendary Club Sabbat, spinning dark wave, industrial, EBM, post-punk, and dark disco.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Phoenix

Saturday Night Fever Disco Night at The Duce

Live disco band, pop-up performances, rooftop after-party under the stars, disco night market, and themed cocktails at The Duce's historic 1928 warehouse.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 Doors at 8:00 PM · The Duce, 525 S. Central Ave, Phoenix

Arts & Culture

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson

Summit Performance presents Kate Hamill's boldly feminist, madcap comedic romp reimagining Sherlock Holmes and Watson as women navigating London and life.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, Phoenix

Ever After - The Musical

A new stage musical inspired by the Drew Barrymore film featuring the courageous heroine Danielle de Barbarac, vivid costumes, and stirring music.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Stephenson Theatre at Phoenix Theatre, 1825 N Central Avenue, Phoenix

Ryan Davis - Comedy Special

Comedian Ryan Davis performs two-show nights Friday through Sunday at Stand Up Live Phoenix.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Stand Up Live Phoenix, 50 W. Jefferson St, Phoenix

Date Night

25-30s Sunset Rooftop Drinks for New Members

Phoenix Young Millennials hosts a rooftop drinks meetup for 25–30s looking to meet new people in a relaxed social setting.

Friday, May 8, 2026 6:45 PM · Phoenix

Drunk Shakespeare

One cast member drinks five shots of whiskey before the show begins — an irreverent, hilarious take on Shakespeare performed at The Rose Theatre.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · The Rose Theatre, 455 N 3rd Street, Phoenix

Country Rain! - East Coast Swing Lessons

East Valley Kickers hosts a country dance night with East Coast Swing lessons — perfect for beginners and dancers alike.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:00 PM · Phoenix

Food & Drink

Phoenix Magazine Summer Cocktail Camp

Phoenix Magazine's rotating Summer Cocktail Camp visits venues across the Valley including Little Rituals, George & Gather, PALA, and more — a guided cocktail tasting experience.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Various venues across the Valley

Mamma Mia Drag Brunch

A ABBA-themed drag brunch at Stand Up Live Phoenix featuring performances and midday cocktails.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 12:00 PM · Stand Up Live Phoenix, 50 W. Jefferson St, Phoenix

Family-Friendly

Tapping Into Water Safety - 27th Annual Free Event

Prevent Drownings AZ hosts their 27th annual free water safety education event for families and children at Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort, Phoenix

StoryWalk at Arizona Center Grotto

A free, year-round walkable storybook experience at Arizona Center Grotto featuring the new book 'It Started with a P' by local author Brittany Pomales — stroll from podium to podium as the story unfolds.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Arizona Center Grotto, Downtown Phoenix

Mother's Day at the Phoenix Zoo

Celebrate Mother's Day with the family at the Phoenix Zoo with special programming and animal encounters.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 9:00 AM · Phoenix Zoo, 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix

Free Events

First Friday Art Walk - Roosevelt Row

Downtown Phoenix's beloved monthly street festival along Roosevelt Row featuring galleries, artists, food, and live music — plus alternative First Friday experiences throughout the city.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Roosevelt Row, Downtown Phoenix

The People of Phoenix - Free Public Portrait Experience

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, a free public portrait photography experience at Patriots Square Park where anyone can show up exactly as they are.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Patriots Square Park, Downtown Phoenix

Krishna Das Evening Chanting - Phoenix

Grammy-nominated kirtan artist Krishna Das leads an evening of devotional chanting in Phoenix as part of his Arizona tour.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · Phoenix

Sports

Phoenix Diamondbacks - Star Wars Night at Chase Field

The Arizona Diamondbacks host Star Wars Night at Chase Field with special giveaways and themed entertainment.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Chase Field, Phoenix

Scrubs & Strides 5K

A 5K run/walk event where healthcare meets community, with every step supporting nursing students — run, jog, or walk.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Phoenix

Festivals & Special Events

Fashion Show & Market featuring Emerging Brands

A runway fashion show and pop-up market showcasing emerging brands and small businesses in Phoenix.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 6:30 PM · Phoenix (TBA)

Outdoors & Active

Backyard Pool & Social Games! 25-30s

Phoenix Young Millennials hosts a backyard pool party and social games afternoon for the 25–30s crowd with 67 attendees signed up.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 2:00 PM · Phoenix