Save the Date! Royal Wedding Celebration
It’s a royal wedding celebration at the English Rose Tea Room! Celebrate of the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with television showings throughout the day. Enjoy tea, royal wedding cake, cucumber sandwiches and a souvenir bag. Guests will take photos on the red carpet with life-size cutouts of the royal family and...
The Baylor Project
Musical Instrument MuseumJazz couple extraordinaire, Jean and Marcus Baylor, form a highly anticipated collaboration steeped in the heart and soul of jazz. $33.50–$38.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. 7 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org
Cave Creek Balloon Festival
It's time for balloon festival fun! Live bands, massive glowing balloons, cocktails, food, everyone's favorite fireworks show and a celebration of a red, white and blue Memorial Day weekend. Gone are the days of purchasing food, beverage script tickets and waiting in double long lines. Head straight for your tasty eats and enjoy. Ticket pricing and...
First Friday in the Galleries: Sedona
The only thing more wonderful than unique fine art is viewing it in the sensational Red Rock Country. Members of the Sedona Gallery Association offer a showcase of artists, special exhibits and art events, giving locals and visitors alike the opportunity to explore Sedona’s exciting art scene. Free. See website for featured locations. sedonagalleryassociation.com
C. Gregory Gummersall: Improvised Order
New works are unveiled from the much-collected contemporary artist. A special artist interview will be held at 6 p.m. during the June 1 opening. Free. Lanning, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, at Hozho, Sedona. 5-8 p.m. 928-282-6865; lanninggallery.com
Lydia Ann Piper & Mariann Leahy: From the Kiln
Through their respective mediums of meticulously designed fused glass sculpture and ceramic wall art inspired by Southwest iconography, both artists have mastered the kiln to create their captivating pieces. A special joint artists’ interview will be held at 6:30 p.m. June 1. Free. Turquoise Tortoise, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179 at Hozho, Sedona....
National Theatre Live: Peter Pan
Captured live at the National Theatre, a recorded performance of this JM Barrie’s much-loved tale will be shown at the Phoenix Art Museum. $15–$18 in addition to general admission. 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 2 p.m. phxart.org
Summer Concert Series
Cool off and get down at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park! Enjoy free concerts every Sunday evening with a variety of local bands. Everything from classic rock, retro 80s and 90s, country and R&B featured. Bring a blanket or chair and relax in the park. Food is available for purchase. Free. 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd.,...
L.O.V.E.
Scorpius Dance Theatre will present L.O.V.E, a series of short stories portraying the various types of relationships and stages of love that impact our lives. Told through dance, theatrics and live music, this unique production will take audiences on a journey of emotions while exploring one common theme: love is everything. Tickets start at $25. Metropolitan...
SMoCA Summer Opening Celebration
The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art will present three exhibitions this summer aimed at captivating and engaging visitors of all ages. From a playful exhibition about animals with over 130 artists, to a focused survey of one artist’s dynamic installations, to an immersive experience that incorporates light, sound and technology, there will be something for...