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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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The Phoenix Lights UFO sightings in 1997: An oral history

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 13, 2025

How the unexplained encounter stunned the Valley 28 years ago today.

Your guide to Alice Cooper’s Coopstock 2025 in Mesa: Tickets, lineup and more

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 13, 2025

Everything to know about the shock-rocker’s annual fundraiser with Judas Priest’s Rob Halford and other stars.

A red moon

When to see the blood moon total lunar eclipse on Thursday in Arizona

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 12, 2025

It should be a remarkable sight, unless the weather doesn’t cooperate.

Your guide to Phoenix Brides of March 2025 bar crawl on Saturday

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 12, 2025

The gonzo event where all gender identities wear bridal dresses and hit up downtown bars returns this weekend.

Chandler Ostrich Festival 2025 guide: Discounts, attractions and more

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 12, 2025

Everybody knows the bird is the word.

Photos: Phoenix brought color, energy and effusive fun to M3F Fest 2025

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 12, 2025

Despite the miserable weather, Phoenix embraced two days of music and excitement at Steele Indian School Park.

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Your guide to Chandler Ostrich Festival 2025 concerts: Schedule, tickets and more

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 8, 2025

Everything to know about the Ostrich Fest’s concert headliners this year and how to get discounted admission.

Gracie’s Tax Bar opening a new downtown Phoenix nightclub and venue

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 7, 2025

The new spinoff spot will offer “live music, late nights” starting in early April.

Arizona EDM festival June Jam canceled its 2025 edition. Here’s why

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 6, 2025

“We’ve come to the conclusion that this just isn’t the right year for business as usual in June.”

Your guide to Tempe Festival of the Arts 2025: Schedule, street closures and more

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 6, 2025

More than 350 artists await this weekend in downtown Tempe. Here’s everything to know.

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Marisa Tomei is coming to Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025. How to get tickets

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 5, 2025

Here’s how you can meet the Oscar-winning actress from ‘My Cousin Vinny’ in June.

Your guide to M3F Fest 2025 in Phoenix: Tickets, set times and more

Your guide to M3F Fest 2025 in Phoenix: Tickets, set times and more

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 1, 2025

The annual music fest brings LCD Soundsystem and Justice to Steele Indian School Park on March 7 and 8. Here’s what to know.

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How to see the rare planetary alignment tonight in Arizona

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 28, 2025

An astronomical spectacle awaits in the night skies on Friday night. Here’s when to look.

15 celebrities who live in Arizona

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersFebruary 28, 2025

Here are the famous names and high-profile people who call our state home.

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Here’s where to watch the 2025 Oscars in Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 27, 2025

From watch parties to marathon screenings of Best Picture nominees, here’s everything to know before Sunday.

Photos: Tempe fans rocked something fierce at Innings Festival 2025

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 27, 2025

The annual rock fest with a baseball twist drew thousands to Tempe Beach Park for two days of live music and big-league fun.

Your guide to Extra Innings Festival 2025 in Tempe: Set times, tickets and more

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 26, 2025

What to know before sliding into Tempe Beach Park this weekend for two days of live music and baseball-inspired activities.

Fountain Hills Music Fest announces its 2025 lineup

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 26, 2025

Going down April 5, Fountain Hills’ throwback music event will celebrate “rock through time.”

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The best anime costumes we saw at Arizona Matsuri 2025

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 24, 2025

Anime, manga and video game-inspired cosplay was everywhere at Phoenix’s annual Japanese festival.

Reel history: A look back at metro Phoenix’s iconic movie theaters

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 24, 2025

A visual journey through the Valley’s beloved cinemas of the past, including the Cine Capri, Camelview 5 and Scottsdale Six.

The 9 best baseball movies ever

The 9 best baseball movies ever

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 22, 2025

Spring training is back, baby. We’re celebrating with a look at some of our favorite movies about the national pastime.

Wild West Music Fest in Maricopa announces its 2025 headliners

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 21, 2025

Here’s who is playing the three-day festival from April 4 to 6 at Copper Sky Regional Park.

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