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Where to celebrate Mexican independence in Phoenix for free

By Ofelia Montelongo

Sep 12, 2025

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day and Hispanic Heritage Month with festivals, music and food this September.

See Arizona natural wonders on Free National Park Day Sept. 27

By Janessa Hilliard and Lynn Trimble

Sep 11, 2025

Check out some of the most beautiful places in the state for free on Sept. 27.

Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix offers monthly free day

By Jennifer Goldberg

Sep 4, 2025

The Desert Botanical Garden will host its next monthly free day on Sept. 9. Here's how to take advantage of the offer.

Your guide to the First Friday monthly artwalk in downtown Phoenix

By Jennifer Goldberg

Sep 3, 2025

We're so back, baby: The return of fall makes for a packed First Friday lineup.

Triple screening brings wild world of regional cinema to Phoenix

By Ashley Naftule

Aug 26, 2025

For just $5, you can see three cult films never before screened in Arizona.

The exterior of Arizona Science Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

11 Phoenix museums are free through Labor Day for military families

By Jennifer Goldberg

Aug 23, 2025

Museums around the Valley offered free admission for military families this summer, but there's limited time remaining.

Fitness author Casey Johnston pumps up Tempe with weightlifting book

By Ashley Naftule

Aug 22, 2025

The "Ask a Swole Woman" columnist and her inspiring new memoir will stop at Changing Hands next week.

Scottsdale Canal Convergence arts festival announces 2025 theme

By Jennifer Goldberg

Aug 12, 2025

It's showtime! No, really, that's the theme of this year's beloved Scottsdale arts festival: "Showtime."

Everything to know about the Phoenix Bat Cave

By Jennifer Goldberg

Aug 6, 2025

An Arcadia flood control tunnel is home to a colony of 10,000 Mexican free-tailed bats. Here's how to visit them.

Harkins Theatres Secret Cinema to show $5 mystery film on Aug. 11

By Jennifer Goldberg

Aug 5, 2025

Take a chance: On Aug. 11, Harkins Theatres around Phoenix will show a secret upcoming film for just $5.

Phoenix vintage shop hosts ‘Open Doom Crescendo’ film screening

By Ashley Naftule

Jul 24, 2025

Terry Chiu’s “ghetto cosplay convention battle royale free for all” is getting a one-night-only screening on July 29.

Celebrate July 4 with these Phoenix food and drinks deals

By Georgann Yara

Jul 2, 2025

From all-day happy hours to spots serving free food and beer, these Valley eateries will keep the party going this weekend.

Phoenix Art Museum hosts final free Family Funday of the summer June 29

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jun 27, 2025

The museum is welcoming guests for a day of interactive fun — and no entry fee — on Sunday.

Activate game center in Scottsdale offers free play for opening weekend

By Jimmy Magahern

Jun 25, 2025

It's got dozens of cool tech-based games, and you can try them for free for a limited time.

Downtown wine bar tackles summer slump with unique drinks deal

By Georgann Yara

Jun 24, 2025

One local spot came up with a creative solution to help everyone this summer. Here's how to score discounted beer and wine.

12 dining deals to help beat the summer heat

By Georgann Yara

Jun 23, 2025

Staying in Phoenix this summer? These Valley spots are offering deals and discounts to make the worst months a little better.

Treat dad with these food and drink specials on Father's Day

By Georgann Yara

Jun 11, 2025

Spoil your dad this Sunday without breaking the bank at these 18 Phoenix restaurants offering deals and specials.

Maricopa County Reads summer program offers prizes for all ages

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jun 4, 2025

It's Maricopa County Reads season, and you can earn rewards for every minute your nose is in a book.

Bartender Nicole Long and Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego.

602 Day deals: 10 spots to eat and drink on this Phoenix holiday

By Sara Crocker and Tirion Boan

Jun 2, 2025

Celebrate the city's longest-standing area code with deals on food and drinks offered around the Valley.

Phoenix 602 Day: A guide to the Valley’s new holiday

By Adrianna Nine

Jun 2, 2025

Happy 602 Day! Phoenix is celebrating itself on June 2 with events and deals at parks and businesses around town.

Free & Cheap

Ballet Arizona free outdoor performances return

Sketch Club Cafe draws Phoenix artists together

Free & Cheap

Ballet Arizona free outdoor performances return

Sketch Club Cafe draws Phoenix artists together

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