Come to Southwest Wildlife to experience the howl of the wolves, the purr of a mountain lion, the rumble of a jaguar, and the huff of bears. Life is wild during full moon tours! Adults $30; Children $20. Reservations required. 27026 N. 156th St., Scottsdale. 7 p.m. 480-471-3621; southwestwildlife.org

Quincy Jones calls this dynamic a cappella gospel, jazz, R&B, and pop group the “baddest vocal cats on the planet.” Don’t miss this concert at the MIM! $33.50–$48.50. 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org

Take a guided walk to Scottsdale’s Grandview area as the moon rises. This cool evening hike will include a starlight night and chance to be in Pinnacle Peak Park after hours. Program duration is approximately one and a half hours and 1.5 mile of moderate hiking. No fee but registration is required. 8 p.m. 26802...

Participants ages 8 and older are invited to enjoy a beautiful desert evening under the stars and learn about some of the objects visible in the night sky. A short talk explaining the solar system and galaxy is followed by observing the moon, several planets, multiple star systems, globular clusters and nebulae through a celestron...

Goldenstein Gallery will host visiting artists JA Gorman and Kevin McCarthy as they share thoughts about their work and inspiration, all while enjoying a hot cup of coffee. Free. 150 AZ 179, Sedona. 9:30 a.m. 928-204-1765; goldensteinart.com

July 2, 9, 16, 23, 39 Robin Miller’s soothing music transports us to a tranquil world free of worry and struggles. Free. Sound Bites Grill, 101 N. SR 89A, Sedona. 6–9 p.m. soundbitesgrill.com

Join top chefs from throughout the Valley and the ALS Association Arizona Chapter to raise money and awareness for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Experience signature tastes while enjoying cocktails and live entertainment, mystery boxes, silent auction and live auction. $1,500 for a table of 10; $150 individual tickets. Tax-deductible. Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, 6902 E....

Anthem is the place to be for family fireworks fun! Bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy live music and dancing while the kids have the time of their lives on water slides, rides and inflatables. Food available, or bring your own picnic. Free admission and parking. Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy.,...

Spend your 4th of July in Sedona at Wet Fest! Red rocks set the backdrop for lunch and music, a swimming pool, a slip-n-slide and waterslide fun. Free. Food available for purchase. Sedona Community Pool, 570 Posse Ground Rd., Sedona. Noon–4 p.m.

Beat the heat at the indoor Independence Day festivities at WestWorld in the 300,000 square-foot, fully air-conditioned Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center. Little ones will love pony rides, a petting zoo and the Jurassic 4th Dinosaur Encounter, while you take in the bull riding rodeo, Stunt Master’s BMX Show, Good Karma K9Z Stunt Dog Show and...