We get it -- it’s a little bit warm outside in Phoenix this time of year, but why should 100-plus degree temperatures force you to stay inside all summer long? There are so many huge musical acts heading to the Valley, and just as many great local artists braving the heat. So, grab a cold beer, embrace the sweat, and have a blast listening to these DJs, country stars, hip-hop heroes, and classic rockers.
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Dec 31 Wed
Lady Antebellum, Kelsea Ballerini, and Brett Young Kick off the weekend with Grammy-winning country powerhouse Lady Antebellum and up-and-coming superstars, Kelsea Ballerini and Brett Young.
Ak-Chin Pavilion
Lady Antebellum, Kelsea Ballerini, and Brett Young Ak-Chin Pavilion Kick off the weekend with Grammy-winning country powerhouse Lady Antebellum and up-and-coming superstars, Kelsea Ballerini and Brett Young.
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Dec 31 Wed
The Good Vibes Summer Tour feat. Rebelution Good vibes are what summer’s all about, right? And that’s exactly what you can look forward to at this rock-reggae extravaganza.
Mesa Amphitheatre
The Good Vibes Summer Tour feat. Rebelution Mesa Amphitheatre Good vibes are what summer’s all about, right? And that’s exactly what you can look forward to at this rock-reggae extravaganza.
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Dec 31 Wed
Bingo Players Dutch electro house legend, Bingo Players, provide the soundtrack to day in the pool.
Talking Stick Resort Pool
Bingo Players Talking Stick Resort Pool Dutch electro house legend, Bingo Players, provide the soundtrack to day in the pool.
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Dec 31 Wed
Warped Tour For punk fans of a certain age, there are few things as classic as Warped Tour, checkered Vans, and mixtapes. Don’t miss your chance to see The Ataris, GWAR, Hawthorne Heights, Sammy Adams, and more at the iconic festival.
Fear Farm Festival Grounds
Warped Tour Fear Farm Festival Grounds For punk fans of a certain age, there are few things as classic as Warped Tour, checkered Vans, and mixtapes. Don’t miss your chance to see The Ataris, GWAR, Hawthorne Heights, Sammy Adams, and more at the iconic festival.
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Dec 31 Wed
Wes Ringel and Scott Dunlap Enjoy the sounds of the dueling pianists, who will be taking any requests the audience can throw at them at the Valley’s most beautiful outdoor venue.
Desert Botanical Garden
Wes Ringel and Scott Dunlap Desert Botanical Garden Enjoy the sounds of the dueling pianists, who will be taking any requests the audience can throw at them at the Valley’s most beautiful outdoor venue.
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Dec 31 Wed
Brad Paisley, Dustin Lynch, Chase Bryant, and Lindsay Ell Let Brad Paisley remind you how great an outdoor, summer country concert can be.
Ak-Chin Pavilion
Brad Paisley, Dustin Lynch, Chase Bryant, and Lindsay Ell Ak-Chin Pavilion Let Brad Paisley remind you how great an outdoor, summer country concert can be.
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Dec 31 Wed
Future Future brings his “Nobody Safe Tour” to Phoenix with Migos, A$AP Ferg, and Kodak Black, one of the best rap lineups you’ll find all year.
Ak-Chin Pavilion
Future Ak-Chin Pavilion Future brings his “Nobody Safe Tour” to Phoenix with Migos, A$AP Ferg, and Kodak Black, one of the best rap lineups you’ll find all year.
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Dec 31 Wed
98 KUPD’s Summer Meltdown The Valley’s most well-known rock station is bringing metal bands Stone Sour, Powerman5000, and Ded to Mesa.
Mesa Amphitheatre
98 KUPD’s Summer Meltdown Mesa Amphitheatre The Valley’s most well-known rock station is bringing metal bands Stone Sour, Powerman5000, and Ded to Mesa.
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Dec 31 Wed
Deftones and Rise Against The double punk bill is joined by former My Chemical Romance guitarist Frank Iero, who now fronts his own band.
Ak-Chin Pavilion
Deftones and Rise Against Ak-Chin Pavilion The double punk bill is joined by former My Chemical Romance guitarist Frank Iero, who now fronts his own band.
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Dec 31 Wed
Justin Martin Shady Park, just outside ASU’s Tempe campus, is the spot to be these days, and it’s sure to be a groovy time with house DJ Justin Martin.
Shady Park
Justin Martin Shady Park Shady Park, just outside ASU’s Tempe campus, is the spot to be these days, and it’s sure to be a groovy time with house DJ Justin Martin.
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Dec 31 Wed
Logic The rapper, featured on Lil Wayne and Wiz Khalifa’s “Sucker for Pain,” comes back to Phoenix as a headliner, with Joey Bada$$ opening.
Mesa Amphitheatre
Logic Mesa Amphitheatre The rapper, featured on Lil Wayne and Wiz Khalifa’s “Sucker for Pain,” comes back to Phoenix as a headliner, with Joey Bada$$ opening.
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Dec 31 Wed
Dirty South The Australian house DJ will keep the summer party going strong.
Talking Stick Resort Pool
Dirty South Talking Stick Resort Pool The Australian house DJ will keep the summer party going strong.
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Dec 31 Wed
Incubus and Jimmy Eat World One of Phoenix’s favorite hometown groups, Jimmy Eat World, come home to support Incubus.
Ak-Chin Pavilion
Incubus and Jimmy Eat World Ak-Chin Pavilion One of Phoenix’s favorite hometown groups, Jimmy Eat World, come home to support Incubus.
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Dec 31 Wed
Deep Purple and Alice Cooper It’s OK to play air guitar along to “Smoke on the Water,” and all the other classic hard rock songs you’ll hear.
Ak-Chin Pavilion
Deep Purple and Alice Cooper Ak-Chin Pavilion It’s OK to play air guitar along to “Smoke on the Water,” and all the other classic hard rock songs you’ll hear.
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Dec 31 Wed
Foreigner, Cheap Trick, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience If it wasn’t so hot, you’d be required to wear a jean jacket.
Ak-Chin Pavilion
Foreigner, Cheap Trick, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience Ak-Chin Pavilion If it wasn’t so hot, you’d be required to wear a jean jacket.
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Dec 31 Wed
OneRepublic The chart-topping American rock band is coming to town to perform hits like “Counting Stars,” “If I Lose Myself,” and “Wherever I Go.”
Ak-Chin Pavilion
OneRepublic Ak-Chin Pavilion The chart-topping American rock band is coming to town to perform hits like “Counting Stars,” “If I Lose Myself,” and “Wherever I Go.”
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Dec 31 Wed
Florida Georgia Line, Nelly, and Chris Lane Remember when Nelly was featured on the remix to Florida Georgia Line’s “Cruise”? Now’s your chance to see it happen live.
Ak-Chin Pavilion
Florida Georgia Line, Nelly, and Chris Lane Ak-Chin Pavilion Remember when Nelly was featured on the remix to Florida Georgia Line’s “Cruise”? Now’s your chance to see it happen live.
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