Listen "Buzzing Weekend in Phoenix: Arizona State Fair, Phoenix Art Museum SOUNDCHECK, and More"
Episode Synopsis
Phoenix is buzzing with incredible events today and through the weekend, offering something for everyone in the Valley.Starting today, October 16th, the Arizona State Fair continues its exciting run through October 26th. The fair opens at noon and runs until 10 PM, featuring an incredible lineup of entertainment. Tonight, listeners can catch Led Zepagain, the premier Led Zeppelin tribute band, performing at 6 PM. The fair also features the Dueling Pirates High Dive show at multiple times throughout the day, including 2 PM, 5 PM, 6:15 PM, and 8:15 PM. For families, there's Billy Kidd's magic performances, the Oasis Camel Dairy Show where listeners can learn fascinating facts about camels, and sheep competitions showcasing stunning breeds like Karakuls and Hampshires. Local Phoenix muralists are creating live art at the Painted Desert Stage, with a different artist transforming blank canvases into unique masterpieces every day. Musical acts include Lucas Brown at the Whiskey and Wine Stage, Cody Mitchael at the Carnival Stage, and various performances at the Hangout throughout the day.For art and music lovers, the Phoenix Art Museum launches its brand new SOUNDCHECK live music series tonight at 7:30 PM, featuring 76th Street. This Phoenix-born, Nashville-based pop duo attended Pinnacle High School and named themselves after the Scottsdale road where they grew up across from each other. Their performance is particularly special as it coincides with Phoenix Pride month, and they'll be joined by local drag artist Benaddiction as their opener. The band recently played six pride events in six weeks and performed at the Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala in New York City last year.Also happening today, the Desert Botanical Garden hosts its Fall Plant Sale, offering members early access from 7 AM to 3 PM. This sale features over 30,000 desert-adapted plants, including native Sonoran Desert species, aloes, and heat-loving trees. The sale continues through October 19th and is open to the general public starting tomorrow.Tonight, listeners can also catch an evening with Pete Buttigieg at the Arizona Financial Theatre at 7:30 PM, part of the Arizona Speaker Series.Thanks for tuning in, and make sure to subscribe for more great events happening around Phoenix. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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