August’s Top 10 Things to Do in Phoenix

By Editor August 31, 2016 08:59

August might be the month to head back to school, but we think it gets way more fun after class! This month is filled with fun for all ages. From the romanticism of Adele, to the epic live spectacles of Slipknot and Marilyn Manson, this month is going all out for lovers of culture, music and all-around fun!

Check out our exclusive list of the top 10 things to do in Phoenix this August:

“El Che” @ the Phoenix Center for the Arts

“El Che” is an original play written by Marcelino Quiñonez, a local professional actor and ex-alumn at ASU. Produced by Benny Morel, this play will follow the life of the revolutionary Ernesto “Che” Guevara. Directed by Matthew Wiener, the play’s sole purpose is to support the creation of a theater project that wills serve our community for years to come by telling the unique history of Latin culture.

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Date: August 26th – 28th

Time: 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Location:

Phoenix Center for the Arts

1202 N. 3rd Street

Phoenix, AZ 85004

Banda MS @ Comerica Theatre

Also known as Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizárraga, Banda MS is a group created in the city of Mazatlán, Sinaloa in the year 2003. With a total of 15 members, the group has earned high praises, including their highest in 2013, a nomination to the coveted “Lunas del Auditorio” in the regional genre. Now, they’re bringing their 2016 tour to Phoenix with hits such as “Solo con Verte,” “Me Vas a Extrañar,” and “Háblame de Ti.”

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Date: Saturday, August 13th

Time: 8:30 p.m.

Location:

Comerica Theatre

400 W Washington St

Phoenix, AZ 85003

Adele @ Talking stick Resort Arena

Who hasn’t willingly or unwillingly shed a tear or two with Adele’s “Hello?” Released last October, the song quickly became a worldwide anthem, along with her latest album, “25.” By the end of 2015, the song had sold 12.3 million units globally and was the year’s 7th best-selling single. Need more reasons to love Adele? You know this concert will be one for the books — get your tickets now before they fly!

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Date: Tuesday, August 16th

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location:

Talking Stick Resort Arena

201 E Jefferson St

Phoenix, AZ 85004

Coldplay @ Gila River Arena

They rocked out at Super Bowl 50’s Halftime Show and now, they’re bringing the “A Head Full of Dreams Tour” to the Valley! The British rock band has charmed fans since 1996, led by vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, and were able to achieve worldwide fame in the year 2000 with the release of the single “Yellow.” Coldplay is a classic and seeing them perform live is a must — get your tickets now!

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Date: Tuesday, August 23rd

Time: 7 p.m.

Location:

Gila River Arena

9400 W Maryland Ave

Glendale, AZ 85305

Grease @ the Herberger Theater Center

Beloved by generations, Grease is a production that needs no introduction. Presented by Valley Youth Theatre, the 50’s classic production is now making its way to downtown Phoenix’s Herberger Theater Center with special arrangements with Samuel French Inc. So what are you waiting for? Get your tickets now and enjoy the classic story of Danny, Sandy, the “Burger Palace Boys” and their hip-shaking “Pink Ladies!”

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Date: August 12th – 28th

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Location:

Herberger Theater Center

222 E Monroe St

Phoenix, AZ 85004

Snoop Dogg & Wiz Khalifa @ Ak-Chin Pavilion

Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa are joining forces this year with their “High Road” summer tour and making a stop here in our backyard! The duo will be joined by Kevin Gates, Jhene Aiko, Casey Veggies and DJ Drama as supporting acts. Snoop and Wiz will be presenting the hits that we all know and love such as “No Sleep,” “Black and Yellow,” “Young, Wild and Free,” and many more.

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Date: Wednesday, August 24th

Time: 7 p.m.

Location:

Ak-Chin Pavilion

2121 N. 83rd Ave

Phoenix, AZ

Guns N’ Roses @ the University of Phoenix Stadium

Guns and Roses are making an epic stop here in Phoenix this month. The 80s hard rock band from Los Angeles will be bringing their “Not in This Lifetime Tour” to the University of Phoenix Stadium, joined by Slash and Duff McKagan. This marks the first time since the “Use Your Illusion Tour” in 1993 that the three have shared a stage before.

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Date: Monday, August 15th

Time: 8 p.m.

Location:

University of Phoenix Stadium

1 Cardinals Dr.

Glendale, AZ

Arizona Open Golf Tournament

August also brings something pretty epic for sports fans here in the Valley — the 72nd Annual Arizona Open. Hosted at the Scottsdale Troon Country Club, the 54-hole stroke play event will feature a 156 player field size limit. Professionals participating will be competing for prize money, or gift certificates redeemable at Troon County Club for amateurs.

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Date: Thursday, August 18th – Saturday, August 20th

Time: 7 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.

Location:

Troon Country Club

2500 N. Windy Walk Dr.

Scottsdale, AZ

Slipknot w/ Marilyn Manson @ Ak-Chin Pavilion

Need more proof that August will be quite the delight for hard rock fans? Then you must know that Slipknot is making a tour stop in the Valley — next to none other than the one and only Marilyn Manson. They’ll rock out to their some of their classics, including “The Devil and I,” “Duality,” and “Dead Memories.” Prepare yourself for a brutal live spectacle and get your tickets now!

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Date: Saturday, August 20th

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location:

Ak-Chin Pavilion

2121 N. 83rd Ave.

Phoenix, AZ

Musical Icon: Elvis Presley @ the MIM

The Musical Instrument Museum is going all out in a celebration specifically for the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. Included with paid museum admission, the exhibit will be a celebration of the life of Presley. It will include fun Elvis MIMQuiz, hands-on activities for kids, a film starring Elvis Presley on the big screen and much more! The event will be free for Circle of Friends and Friends of MIM.