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February is for Foodies
A musical written about fake news that smears the reputation of heiress, Sarah Winchester, and how the hoax comes back to haunt the five writers of the misinformation.
SATURDAY, FEB. 12
NVSO Black and White Ball
5:30–9:30 p.m. Sheraton Crescent 2620 W. Dunlap Ave., Phoenix 623-980-4628 www.northvalleysymphony.org/eventscalendar-1 $100 Dress up in your best black and white attire for cocktails, dinner, dancing and a silent auction to celebrate the 10th season of the North Valley Symphony.
SATURDAY, FEB. 12
Disney Princess: The Concert
7:30 p.m. Orpheum Theatre 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix 800-430-8903, www.ticketmaster.com $64 and up Broadway stars sing classic Disney Princess songs.
SATURDAY, FEB. 12
Monster Jam
7 p.m. State Farm Stadium 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale 623-433-7101 www.statefarmstadium.com/events/ detail/monster-jam-feb-2022 $15-$108 Monster trucks fire up their engines for a high-energy show.
SATURDAY, FEB. 12
Chris Lane
8 p.m. Arizona Federal Theatre
SPECIAL EVENT SPOTLIGHT Ballet Arizona’s “Romeo and Juliet” plays tktk through tk.”February is for Foodies
COMPILED BY CAITLIN COULTER info@valleyvibenews.com
SATURDAY, FEB. 5–SUNDAY, FEB. 6 Arizona Bao and Dumpling/ Arizona Donut and Ice Cream Festivals
11 a.m.–5 p.m. Dr. A.J. Chandler Park 178 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler https://tinyurl.com/ycktkaey $6–$24 A special double-header food truck festival featuring salty Asian bites and sweet treats from various local restaurants and food trucks. Explore the anime marketplace full of art vendors. See the full vendor list online.
SATURDAY, FEB. 5–SUNDAY, FEB. 6 Street Eats Food Truck Festival
11 a.m.–5 p.m. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale 480-270-5000 www.streeteatsaz.com $12–$65 Enjoy $2 samples from local food trucks, try your luck at an eating contest, play full-size yard games, grab some drinks, shop from vendors and dance to a live DJ. See the full list of food trucks and schedule of events online.
FRIDAY, FEB. 11–SUNDAY, FEB. 13 Chocolate Lovers’ Special
1–5 p.m. Verde Canyon Railroad 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale 800-582-7245 www.verdecanyonrr.com/events/ chocolatelovers $139 Hop aboard a luxurious vintage train car to sample decadent desserts while traveling through beautiful desert scenery.
SATURDAY, FEB. 12–SUNDAY, FEB. 13 The Chocolate Experience
Saturday; 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Sunday; 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Glendale Civic Center 5750 W. Glenn Drive Glendale 623-298-5002 www.azstreetmarket.com/ chocolate-experience.html Free admission Sample chocolates with wine pairing, view art displays made of chocolate and listen to live music.
Indulge in some sweet treats with your sweetie on the Verde Canyon Railroad.
The Italian Festival of Arizona
FRIDAY, FEB. 25 Friday Food Truck Night
5–8 p.m. The Market on 41st 42101 N. 41st Drive, Anthem 424-355-1400 www.onlineatanthem.com/ calendar.php Grab dinner out from a fun food truck.
SATURDAY, FEB. 26–SUNDAY, FEB. 27 The Italian Festival of Arizona
Saturday; 11:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m. Sunday; 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Heritage Square 113 N. Sixth St., Phoenix 480-745-7020 www.italianfestivalaz.com $8–$15/General admission; Free/Children 12 and under Experience Italy right here in Phoenix with authentic Italian food, music, dancing and art.
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400 W. Washington St., Phoenix 602-379-2800 https://tinyurl.com/2jdjcycz $32–$47 The “Fill Them Boots” tour, also featuring Ernest and Lily Rose.
THURSDAY, FEB. 17–SUNDAY, FEB. 27
Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
Various admission times WestWorld of Scottsdale 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale 480-515-1500 www.scottsdaleshow.com $15/Day general admission; $10/Day senior and military discount; Free/Children 12 and under Exciting equestrian competitions, educational seminars, an international cuisine court, gala parties and shopping from local vendors. See schedule online.
THURSDAY, FEB. 17–SUNDAY, FEB. 20
Various showtimes Musical Theatre of Anthem 42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite B100 Anthem 623-336-6001 www.musicaltheatreofanthem. org/2021-cinderella-kids.html $25 The classic Disney fairytale performed by local youth actors, ages 6–10.
FRIDAY, FEB. 18–SUNDAY, FEB. 27
Various showtimes Starlight Community Theater 1611 W. Whispering Wind Drive Suite 9, Phoenix info@starlightcommunitytheater.com www.starlightcommunitytheater.com/ much-ado $15–$20 A take on Shakespeare’s comedy about star-crossed lovers, set in Chicago during Prohibition times, performed by local actors.
FRIDAY, FEB. 18–SUNDAY, FEB. 20
Music of Frank Sinatra and Beyond
Various showtimes Symphony Hall 75 N. Second St., Phoenix 602-262-6225 www.tickets.phoenixsymphony.org/ events $34–$102 Yamaha artist Tony DeSare takes on legendary Frank Sinatra classics, including “Come Fly With Me,” “I’ve Got the World on a String” and “My Way.”
SATURDAY, FEB. 19
Monterey Bass Company Fishing Tournament
6 a.m.–5 p.m. Pleasant Harbor Marina 40202 N. 87th Ave., Peoria 623-203-5173 www.montereybass.com $7/Vehicle entry fee A team fishing event open to all anglers. View official rules and regulations online.
SATURDAY, FEB. 19
Tim Allen
7:30 p.m. ASU Gammage 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe 480-965-3434, www.ticketmaster.com $54–$145 “Last Man Standing” and “Home Improvement” star and comedian performs stand-up live. Ages 18 and up only.
SATURDAY, FEB. 19
Andrea Bocelli
8 p.m. Footprint Center 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix 602-379-7800 www.footprintcenter.com/events/ andrea-bocelli $80–$350 The world-renowned Italian opera tenor performs his most romantic songs.
FRIDAY, FEB. 25
Animals in the Dark
6–8:30 p.m. The Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix 602-914-4333 www.phoenixzoo.org/events/animalsafter-dark-an-aerial-experience/ $100 An acrobatic performance troupe portrays the humorous, imagined lives of the zoo animals after the park closes. After the show, meet and greet with animals for photo opportunities. Ticket price
