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A chef carves al pastor off a cone of meat on a trompo.
Restaurants

Michelin-recommended taquerias pop-up at Chase Field

By Sara CrockerApril 17, 2026

Three acclaimed Mexico City taco makers will serve in downtown Phoenix for three days only.

VIVA PHX roars back with six days of music, art and food
Performing Arts

VIVA PHX roars back with six days of music, art and food

By Jennifer GoldbergApril 16, 2026

The madly ambitious cultural extravaganza is taking over downtown like never before.

a nighttime photo of downtown Phoenix in 2012, featuring the Suns arena and Bank of America Tower.
Transportation

Downtown Phoenix streets ranked among most dangerous roads in U.S.

By Clarissa SosinApril 16, 2026

One-way streets, tons of event foot traffic and intersecting light rail lines make these roads particularly risky.

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Chef Rene Andrade stands in front of a trompo at VIVA PHX.
Restaurants

VIVA PHX is bigger than ever. Here’s where to eat at the festival

By Sara CrockerApril 14, 2026

The six-day event promises music, culture and plenty to eat and drink. Check out these spots to fuel the fun.

The exterior wall of Pinky's with a rope logo painted on the wall.
Restaurants

Americana-style sports grill to replace Angel’s Trumpet in downtown Phoenix

By Sara CrockerApril 10, 2026

Affordable grub, beers and bar games are on tap at this soon-to-open bar near Roosevelt Row.

a buds-a-palooza ballon in the sky
Marijuana

Buds-A-Palooza sparks up again Saturday: When, where, what to know

By Morgan FischerApril 10, 2026

The Downtown Phoenix weed festival is back for its fifth edition in 2026. Read this guide if you’re thinking of going.

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Soundtrack Coffee owner Joe Ramirez hands an ube latte across the bar at Chilte.
Restaurants

Popular West Valley coffee pop-up opens inside downtown Phoenix restaurant

By Sara CrockerApril 9, 2026

Starting this week, Soundtrack Coffee now serves drinks with a punk twist from the modern Mexican restaurant.

Why Friday is the wildest night of the year in Downtown Phoenix
Valley Life

Why Friday is the wildest night of the year in Downtown Phoenix

By Jennifer GoldbergApril 2, 2026

Tournaments, free festivals, famous politicians: Downtown Phoenix has it all on April 3.

Signs on Roosevelt Row.
Visual Arts

Your guide to the First Friday monthly artwalk in downtown Phoenix

By Jennifer GoldbergApril 2, 2026

Things will look very different on Roosevelt Row this month.

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This Tempe brewery is expanding. Here’s what that means for craft beer fans
Bars & Breweries

This Tempe brewery is expanding. Here’s what that means for craft beer fans

By Sara CrockerApril 1, 2026

PHX Beer Co. closed its downtown brewhouse in August. A new brewer is taking the reins.

Two footlong corn dogs at Chase Field.
Restaurants

Chase Field adds over 50 new bites for baseball fans

By Sara CrockerMarch 30, 2026

Heading to the ballpark? There are plenty of new food options to pair with the game.

Where to eat near the stadiums in downtown Phoenix
Restaurants

Where to eat near the stadiums in downtown Phoenix

By Tirion BoanMarch 30, 2026

Catching a game at Chase Field or heading to a show at Mortgage Matchup Center? Here’s where to fuel the fun.

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a protester holds up a sign with an illustration of donald trump in a metal trash can
Politics & Government

The best signs we saw at the ‘No Kings’ protest in Downtown Phoenix

By Zach BuchananMarch 29, 2026

Thousands marched from Downtown Phoenix to the Arizona Capitol on Saturday to protest the Trump administration.

matt giordano speaks at a podium with the phoenix police logo
Crime & Police

Phoenix police unveil shiny new $136 million downtown headquarters

By Clarissa SosinMarch 27, 2026

The city bought the building in 2021 and renovations began three years ago.

A member of Arizona's LGBTQ community dressed in colorful costuming at Rainbows Festival in Phoenix.
Valley Life

What to know about the 2026 Rainbows Festival happening this weekend

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 25, 2026

Two days of performances, vendors and community await at Heritage Square.

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Top Phoenix smash burger spot to open new downtown cafe
Restaurants

Top Phoenix smash burger spot to open new downtown cafe

By Sara CrockerMarch 23, 2026

Fresh bagels, coffee roasted on-site and bottles to-go are coming to this growing downtown neighborhood.

A rendering of the Gerardo's Building.
Restaurants

Popular pizza pop-up, Churchill team partner on new downtown destination

By Sara CrockerMarch 23, 2026

The historic building will welcome a pizzeria on the ground level and a neighborhood bar upstairs.

The exterior sign and entrance to the Coronado Hotel in downtown Phoenix.
Valley Life

This historic downtown Phoenix motel is set to be demolished

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 20, 2026

The landmark Coronado Hotel isn’t long for the world.

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Game On Expo 2026 in Phoenix: The best moments and biggest fails
Valley Life

Game On Expo 2026 in Phoenix: The best moments and biggest fails

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersMarch 17, 2026

TTG action and esports delivered at Game On Expo. Pricey parking and sweaty controllers didn’t.

Phoenix Brides of March returns Saturday. How to join the rowdy bar crawl
Valley Life

Phoenix Brides of March returns Saturday. How to join the rowdy bar crawl

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 12, 2026

Don’t be alarmed when you see wedding-dress-clad hordes in downtown Phoenix this weekend.

Your guide to Game On Expo 2026 in Phoenix: Tickets, discounts and more
Valley Life

Your guide to Game On Expo 2026 in Phoenix: Tickets, discounts and more

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 10, 2026

Everything to know about the three-day video gaming and anime con.

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Phoenix Symphony’s new music director brings a world of experience
Features

Phoenix Symphony’s new music director brings a world of experience

By Geri KoeppelMarch 10, 2026

Paolo Bortolameolli has conducted orchestras across the globe, and now he’s bringing his talent to the Valley.

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