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Full moon shining between several saguaro cacti against the night sky in Arizona.

Arizona’s only blue moon of 2026 rises tonight. When to see it

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 31, 2026

The rare lunar event won’t occur again until 2029.

Best pool parties in metro Phoenix this summer

Best pool parties in metro Phoenix this summer

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 27, 2026

Time for some fun in the sun at these Valley hotspots.

You won’t be alone in national parks this summer. That’s a good thing

You won’t be alone in national parks this summer. That’s a good thing

By Bing Pan | The Conversation and OthersMay 27, 2026

Turns out, enjoying nature with other people is more fun than doing it alone.

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Everything to know about the Phoenix Bat Cave

Everything to know about the Phoenix Bat Cave

By Jennifer GoldbergMay 26, 2026

It’s bat season, y’all. Here’s how to see thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats every night in the middle of Phoenix.

See Arizona natural wonders on Free National Park Day June 14

See Arizona natural wonders on Free National Park Day June 14

By Janessa Hilliard and OthersMay 24, 2026

Check out some of the most beautiful places in the state for free on Flag Day.

The moon and planets in the sky

How to see the cosmic ‘smiley face’ in the sky in Arizona tonight

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 20, 2026

No joke: The crescent moon will align with Venus and Jupiter to form an emoji-like grin.

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A garden at sunset.

Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix offers monthly pay-what-you-can day

By Jennifer GoldbergMay 11, 2026

Make a reservation to check out the garden on May 12.

A person walking on a hiking trail.

A connection to nature fuels well‑being, ASU researchers find

By Stylianos Syropoulos, Christina Jinhee Capozzoli, Lea Barbett | The ConversationMay 7, 2026

Feeling one with nature points to a better overall quality of life, the study says.

The exterior of the Phoenix Zoo

Phoenix Zoo evacuated due to bomb threat

By Jennifer GoldbergMay 1, 2026

It’s one of three U.S. zoos to get a bomb threat today.

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Heads up! How to see the Lyrid meteor shower in Arizona this week

Heads up! How to see the Lyrid meteor shower in Arizona this week

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 20, 2026

Shooting stars will rain across the night sky through April 30.

Comet C/2025 R3 (PanSTARRS) with a long glowing tail against a star-filled night sky

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a rare comet over Arizona!

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 15, 2026

Here’s how to see Comet C/2025 R3 in Arizona this week.

A brightly lit swing ride spins at night at the Maricopa County Fair in Phoenix.

Maricopa County Fair 2026 continues this weekend. What to know before you go

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 9, 2026

Find rides, fried favorites and crowd-pleasing attractions at fairgrounds.

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Colorful Easter eggs in a basket during egg hunts and Easter events in Phoenix

Your guide to Easter egg hunts and events in Phoenix this weekend

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 3, 2026

Hop on over to one of these holiday events.

The 13 best arcades in Phoenix right now

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 3, 2026

Ready player one? Metro Phoenix’s top joystick joints are calling.

Cougar-shaped shadow that appears on the Superstition Mountains near Mesa at sunset in March and September.

Superstition Mountains’ famed cougar shadow makes its return this week

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 18, 2026

Here’s when and how to see the delightful phenomenon at its peak.

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Birding-curious? Tips on how to take up bird-watching in Arizona

Birding-curious? Tips on how to take up bird-watching in Arizona

By Geri KoeppelMarch 18, 2026

Want a free, fun, fresh-air hobby? Check out bird-watching.

Firefly Alpha rocket launching from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California during a 2021 mission.

Firefly Alpha rocket launch could be visible in Arizona tonight

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 11, 2026

The latest launch from California could light up the night sky on Wednesday.

Get ready: How to see tonight’s blood moon and lunar eclipse from Arizona

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 2, 2026

It’s worth waking up before sunrise — there won’t be another total eclipse for nearly three years.

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How to see the rare six-planet alignment in Arizona tonight

How to see the rare six-planet alignment in Arizona tonight

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 28, 2026

Here’s when to look for the “parade” of planets.

A mountain with wildflowers in the foreground.

The best desert wildflower hikes near Phoenix

By Phoenix New Times WritersFebruary 26, 2026

Here are 10 hikes — beginner, intermediate and advanced — where you can see the beautiful wildflowers of the Arizona desert.

Baseball players take the field at Scottsdale Stadium in 1955.

Cactus League spring training in Phoenix: Photos through the decades

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 20, 2026

Spring training has a rich history in the Valley of the Sun. Here’s a look back.

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Two women sitting together in Japanese dress.

Your guide to Arizona Matsuri 2026 Japanese festival in Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 17, 2026

Everything to know about the free cultural event at Steele Indian School Park on Feb. 21 and 22.

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