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Benjamin Leatherman

Benjamin Leatherman is a staff writer for Phoenix New Times where he focuses primarily on arts, culture, music and nightlife. He joined New Times in 2003. Prior to that, he contributed to magazines such as Tips & Tricks and The Wrestler. Benjamin has earned multiple awards from the Arizona Press Club including an award for sports enterprise reporting in 2009 and an award for statewide arts reporting in 2014. He holds a bachelor’s of arts in journalism from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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Two Phoenix homes compete on ‘Great Christmas Light Fight’ this December

Two Phoenix homes compete on ‘Great Christmas Light Fight’ this December

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 3, 2025

“The best part is knowing a lot of people will see our display.”

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Phoenix’s best Thanksgiving Eve parties to hit this year

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 26, 2025

Where to go on the biggest partying night of the year.

Danelle Plaza memories: A look back at Tempe’s beloved strip mall

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 26, 2025

A nostalgic trip through the East Valley landmark’s history and the spots people loved most.

2025 Record Store Day Black Friday: A guide to Phoenix vinyl holiday

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 25, 2025

Stinkweeds, Zia and other stores will have exclusives, live music and more.

Dick’s House of Sport in Phoenix: A look inside the new ‘interactive’ store

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 21, 2025

The 100,000-square-foot sports retailer and jock haven is now open. Here’s everything to experience.

A DJ with his arms raised stands onstage in front of a huge crowd.

Massive Phoenix EDM festival canceled. What we know.

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 20, 2025

Dom Dolla and Odesza were set to headline the two-day Phoenix event.

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Chandler Center for the Arts 2025-26 schedule: Every show announced so far

Chandler Center for the Arts 2025-26 schedule: Every show announced so far

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 20, 2025

Pink Martini, Joss Stone and other superstars are coming to the East Valley arts venue.

Can you see the northern lights in Arizona again tonight?

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 13, 2025

Don’t count on it.

See spectacular photos of the northern lights over Arizona

See spectacular photos of the northern lights over Arizona

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 13, 2025

Across the state, the aurora borealis lit up the desert skies.

‘A face-melting blast’: Phoenix’s Mess Fest returns this weekend

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 13, 2025

A two-day DIY punk and metal bash.

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ExtraTerrestrial Ascension rave lights up the Phoenix desert

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 11, 2025

The alien-themed underground dance party offered an otherworldly mix of bass music and cosmic vibes.

An African-American man in a Pac-Man themed jacket stands on stage with a toy cannon covering his left arm.

Phoenix’s Mega Ran nominated for a Grammy Award

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 10, 2025

The Arizona rapper’s kids album “Buddy’s Magic Tree House” earned the nod for the 2026 Grammys

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A bowling alley.

This metro Phoenix bowling alley has closed after 62 years

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 7, 2025

Glenfair Lanes won’t reopen after closing for renovations earlier this year.

Walter Studios 2025 schedule: every show announced so far

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 7, 2025

LAERZ, The Aces and ASTN will bring their 2025 tours to the downtown Phoenix venue.

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Penis Man: A probing chat with Phoenix’s notorious tagger

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 6, 2025

The infamous artist spoke with us about his origins, motivations and feelings about being a local hero.

Micro Center in Phoenix: A look inside the new ‘tech-heaven’

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 5, 2025

The 35,000-square-foot tech retailer is now open. Here’s what to expect.

When to see the closest supermoon of 2025 in Arizona tonight

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 5, 2025

November’s full moon is the brightest of 2025. Here’s what time it occurs Wednesday night.

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Tempe Center for the Arts 2025-26 schedule: Every show announced so far

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 4, 2025

Chloe Radcliffe, Meow Meow and other stars are coming to Tempe.

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Why this Phoenix musician made the ultimate Spotify playlist of Arizona artists

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 3, 2025

KONGOS, Jimmy Eat World and Injury Reserve are some of the top AZ artists on the 132-song playlist.

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Phoenix’s best Halloween 2025 costumes we saw

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 2, 2025

Daft Punk and The X-Men are some of the coolest looks we encountered at Halloween night parties.

A rock band performs on an outdoor stage.

Mill Music Sessions brings concerts back to Tempe’s most iconic landmark

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 1, 2025

How Ryan Eland brought the new event to life.

The exterior of a tech store. Micro Center Phoenix opening is on Nov. 7.

Here’s when Micro Center in Phoenix is opening

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 30, 2025

Everything to know about the grand opening of Arizona’s new tech retailer.

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