The hot summer time heat begins to cool off in Phoenix come August, although living in Phoenix or Scottsdale, you can hardly tell. Most families are gearing up for back to school events, but the city still has plenty of entertainment to keep you cool. Check out these great events!
Hip Hop International World Hip Hop Dance Championship
Date: August 6th-13th, 2022
Time: Varies
Location: Arizona Grand Resort and Spa
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway Phoenix, AZ. 85044
Hip Hop International will be returning to the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa as the host site and “Official Championship Headquarters” for the 2022 World Hip Hop Dance Championship, World Battles and World Moves Dance Workshops. It’s the world’s most celebrated dance event. Over four thousand of the world’s best dancers will come together for the World Hip Hop Dance Championship, an event true to the real values of hip hop culture. Crews from 50+ countries will compete to capture the world title and international bragging rights while hip hop icons, artists and celebrities make appearances and perform. Above all, dancers meet others from around the world equally passionate about hip hop culture and dance.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live
Date: August 6th-7th
Time: Varies
Location: Gila River Arena
Many children dream of large trucks running over other cars, crushing and smashing anything in it’s path. The Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live event will bring that dream to life. For the first ever, this event comes to the Gila River Arena for three shows. Fan favorites like Bone Shaker, Tiger Shark, V8 Bomber, Demo Derby, Mega Wrex, Race Ace, and Bigfoot Midwest Madness will all be there to give the thrill of a lifetime. Special appearance by Megasaurus – the car eating, fire breathing transforming robot will be spectacular. But wait, there’s more! Prior to the show, fans can experience the Crash Zone Pre-Show Party. This pass allows fans to access the competition floor, to stand beside the larger than life Monster Trucks, autographs and more. Passes are limited.
Summer Concert Series: Guitarras Latinas
Date: August 19th, 2022
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Chandler Center for the Arts
250 North Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 85225
This free event at the Chandler Center for the Arts will keep you cool this August.
“Guitarras Latinas will take you on a “musical tour” of Latin America. With beautiful flamenco guitars, spicy castanets, romantic vocals, and dynamic Latin percussion, Guitarras Latinas transports you to Venezuela, Old Mexico, the great Andes mountains, and throughout Central and South America. Put your passport away and join Guitarras Latinas for a cultural journey through Latin America! This is a free event- rsvp is not required to attend.”
The Australian Pink Floyd Show: All That’s To Come
Date: August 22nd, 2022
Time: 7pm
Location: Chandler Center for the Arts
250 North Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 85225
Playing for almost 35 years together, The Australian Pink Floyd Show is back on tour with All That’s To Come. Pink Floyd fans from all over the world enjoy the sincere tribute band that brings to life all songs from Pink Floyd albums, from Ummagumma to The Division Bell. In addition to great music, be prepared for an epic light show, gargantuan inflatables, and a flawless live sound.
Summer Oasis Pool Party
Date: August 27th, 2022
Time: 2pm-6pm
Location: Gila River Resorts & Casinos- Wild Horse Pass
5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd. Chandler, AZ 85226
Cool off this August by joining Gila River Resorts and Casinos – Wild Horse Pass with this epic pool party. You will enjoy music by world renowned DJs and brush elbows with celebrity guests. You must be 21 or older to join in the fun. Cabanas will be available to rent.
Carnival of Illusion
Date: August 26th & 27th, 2022
Time: 4:30pm or 7:30pm
Location: Arizona Biltmore Resort
2400 E. Missouri Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016-3106
Magic, Mystery and Oooh La La is just a little hint of what’s to come when you attend the Carnival of Illusion. Imagine an international travel theme combined with a Vaudeville-inspired roadshow. Grab an up close spot to get every last ounce of magic and mystery. OOOH La La will not disappoint even the biggest skeptic.
Rick Springfield: Working Class Dog Tour
Date: August 29th, 2022
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St Phoenix, AZ 85008
Australian-born Rick Springfield makes his way to the valley with a one-night performance at the Celebrity Theater this August. Opening acts include Men at Work and John Waite. See them all live on August 29th, 2022.
