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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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Phoenix’s best haunted houses and Halloween displays in 2025

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 17, 2025

Where to find the Valley’s top home haunts, yard displays and pro scare spots.

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Phoenix’s biggest telescope installed at Dark Sky Discovery Center

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 16, 2025

The Valley’s first research-grade telescope, a 27.5-inch PlaneWave CDK700, will offer top-tier stargazing.

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Phoenix School of HipHop’s Afro Grooves fundraiser lights up Arizona Center on Saturday

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 15, 2025

A skate party and set by Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra highlight the annual benefit.

Phoenix’s Tovrea Castle lottery closes Oct. 15. How to get tickets

Phoenix’s Tovrea Castle lottery closes Oct. 15. How to get tickets

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 15, 2025

It’s your last day to enter the ticket lottery for spring 2026 Tovrea Castle tours. Here’s how to participate.

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Tempe’s Danelle Plaza and Yucca Tap Room damaged by microburst

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 14, 2025

Monday’s storm battered the beloved Tempe arts and music hub and tore off roofs.

When is VAI Resort opening? What to know about the Glendale project’s status

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 14, 2025

The $1.2 billion luxury hotel was set to debut in 2026. Here’s the latest.

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Phoenix benefit show to help storm-ravaged Miami Art Works

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 14, 2025

Thee Madcaps, Gracklz and Instagon play Overdue to raise funds for the Arizona venue.

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Orpheum Theatre 2025-26 schedule: every show announced so far

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 10, 2025

William Shatner, David Sedaris and “Evil Dead” in Concert are coming to the historic downtown Phoenix venue.

Taylor Swift Halloween House Phoenix is back. Here’s a look

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 9, 2025

Valley resident Heather Corcoran decks her home in glitter and ghouls for a Swiftie Halloween vibe

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Phoenix finishes Metrocenter demolition. See what’s replacing it

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 7, 2025

The iconic mall’s former home will transform into mixed-use hub The Metropolitan

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Valley Bar 2025 schedule: every show announced so far

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 7, 2025

24kGoldn, Jonah Marais and Cochise will hit the downtown Phoenix underground venue this year.

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Here’s when to see the biggest supermoon of the year in Arizona

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 6, 2025

October’s full moon will be brighter than normal. Here’s what time to look.

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Most anticipated Phoenix fall concerts 2025

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 6, 2025

Billie Eilish, Doechii and Playboi Carti are headed to the Valley. Get your ticket money ready.

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Photos: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport over the decades

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 3, 2025

Nine decades of Phoenix Sky Harbor history captured in vintage photos, from flights to famous visitors.

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Phoenix debates Valley’s best radio stations in spirited online sesh

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 2, 2025

KUKQ, The Edge and Power 92.3 were among the local broadcasters fondly remembered.

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2026 Extra Innings Festival lineup announced

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 30, 2025

The two-day event will bring a herd of country music hitmakers to Tempe Beach Park.

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Photos: SpaceX rocket launch over Phoenix amazes Valley

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 29, 2025

Residents of Phoenix and Tucson shared awe-inspiring images of the latest Falcon 9 launch from California.

New Phoenix music festival TEMPO brings EDM back to Civic Space Park this weekend

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 24, 2025

The “immersive sound experience” features Duke Dumont, Elderbrook and other artists in downtown Phoenix on Friday and Saturday.

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Living Lodge: A look back at Phoenix’s iconic hotels, motels and resorts

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 24, 2025

From desert escapes to kitschy roadside motels, Phoenix has offered unique and luxury stays for decades.

The Rebel Lounge 2025 schedule: every show announced so far

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 23, 2025

Shonen Knife, SWMRS and DeVotchKa will play Phoenix music venue this year.

The 20 most epic Arizona State Fair concerts since 2000

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 22, 2025

Rhianna, Flaming Lips, Pitbull and other legends have brought their A-game to the fair.

Your guide to Gathering of the Ghouls in Phoenix: Tickets, guests and more

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 17, 2025

The two-day horror fan event haunts Rawhide Event Center in Chandler with celebrity guests, cosplay and photo ops.

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