10 Things to Do in Phoenix This Week · October 8–11, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Lemon Socks

Indie bedroom-pop artist Lemon Socks plays The Van Buren with support from Chloe Moriondo.

Friday, October 9, 2026 · The Van Buren

Downtown Mesa Bar Crawl (New Members Encouraged)! '85-'00s

A downtown Mesa bar crawl hosted by Phoenix Young Millennials 25-30s, open to new members.

Friday, October 9, 2026 7:30 PM · Downtown Mesa

Thomas Rhett: The Soundtrack to Life Tour

Thomas Rhett brings The Soundtrack to Life Tour to Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 · Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

Studio 525: Disco Night

A disco night at The Duce featuring the iconic Sister Sledge with a live band and DJ set.

Friday, October 16, 2026 · The Duce, Downtown Phoenix

Arts & Culture

Drunk Dracula

A musical/play production of Drunk Dracula staged at The Rose Theatre in Phoenix.

Friday, October 9, 2026 7:00 PM · The Rose Theatre - Phoenix, 455 N 3rd Street

Les Miserables

A featured Les Miserables performance listed in Phoenix on AllEvents.

Sunday, October 11, 2026 7:00 PM

Free Events

Phoenix Local Vendors & Makers Market

A free local vendors and makers market at Steele Indian School Park.

Friday, October 16, 2026 10:00 AM · Steele Indian School Park

Family-Friendly

Ahwatukee Goldfish Swim School - Halloween Event

A Halloween event hosted by Goldfish Swim School in Ahwatukee, listed as free.

Friday, October 16, 2026 5:00 PM · Goldfish Swim School - Ahwatukee

Festivals & Special Events

Oktoberfest Afternoon!

An Oktoberfest afternoon gathering hosted by Phoenix Young Millennials 25-30s.

Sunday, October 11, 2026 1:30 PM

Date Night

Urban Cowboy Night

Line dance and swing lessons, a live country band, social dancing, and a rooftop after party at The Duce.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 · The Duce, Downtown Phoenix