June Festivals & Events

• Jazz in the Garden
  Concerts are on Ullman Terrace at Desert Botanical Garden. Must be 21 years or older to attend concert. Ticket price includes Garden admission. Advance ticket purchase recommended.
  In 2009: June 5, 12, 19, 26


• Juneteenth Celebrations
  Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Find celebrations in Arizona.
  In 2009: Various dates in June


• McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Free Concerts
  Scottsdale. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy a variety of music from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Train and carousel rides are available during all concerts for a small charge.
  In 2009: June 7, 14, 21, 28


• Miss Arizona Pageant
  During the last week of June you can see some of the brightest and most talented young ladies in the state compete for the Miss Arizona crown. The winner will get to represent Arizona at the Miss America Pageant.
  In 2009: June 18 - 20


• Miss Asia Arizona Pageant
  Showcasing Arizona's young Asian women who represent their Asian culture, beauty, intelligence and talent. The winner will represent Arizona at the Miss Asian America Pageant.
  In 2009: June 20


• Moonlight Movies
  The City of Phoenix shows free movies at Steele Indian School Park in central Phoenix. Moonlight Movies start at sunset and are free to the public. Call for info 602-495-0739.
  In 2009: June 20


• Movies at the Museum
  Phoenix Art Museum. Independent and classic cinema and documentaries relating to art, artists, and works on view in the Museum, usually followed by discussion. Free with paid museum admission. First come, first seated.
  In 2009: Various dates in June


• Movies in the Park
  Classic Disney and Pixar movies will be shown at Pacana Park in Mariccopa. Bring your own snacks and a blanket and enjoy the show. Snacks will alsobe available to purchase. All movies are free and begin at dusk. Call for info 520-316-6961.
  In 2009: June 13, 20, 27


• Music on Mill
  A showcase of local musicians performing on the streets. Musicians and performers, covering various musical genres, will activate public space and give visitors a positive, unique experience. Musicians at Music on Mill can be identified by branded donation paint cans that will be placed at each of their locations. The public is encouraged to donate towards performances so musicians return week after week. Mill Avenue District, Tempe from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  In 2009: Every Thursday evening


• Phoenix Mercury WNBA Basketball
  The women of the Phoenix Mercury play professional basketball at the US Airways Center.
  In 2010: Various dates in June


• Phoenix Pet Expo
  Bringing trainers, groomers, rescues, shelters, vets, clinics, pet stores, retailers, hobbyist groups, and societies together to educate, demonstrate, and perform for Phoenix pet lovers. Demonstrations, special guests, agility trials, adoptions and a pet fashion show. University of Phoenix Stadium.
  In 2010: June 12


• Scottsdale ArtWalk
  Every Thursday evening the Scottsdale Art District invites you to spend a casual evening walking downtown and enjoying fine art. Free.
  In 2010: Every Thursday evening


• Smooth Jazz the Kasbah
  Smooth Jazz the Kasbah from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. A new jazz performance each week at the InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa Kasbah pool. Concerts are free and open to the public, seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Resort giveaways. RSVP for the concerts to Montelucia.Events@ihg.com.
  In 2009: June 5


• Spring Concert in the Park
  An evening concert at the Freestone Park amphitheater in Gilbert. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
  In 2008: June 5


• Starry Safari at the Phoenix Zoo
  Select zoo trails will be open as will gift shop and snack bar. Animal encounters, water play activities, carousel rides and more. Bikes and boats available to rent.
  In 2009: Every Friday and Saturday night in June


• Summer Band Concert
  All concerts are free and start at 8 p.m. Glendale Amphitheater in downtown Glendale. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. No pets.
  In 2009: Every Thursday in June


• Summer Concert Series
  Every Saturday night from 7 p.m. to 9 pm.at the Arrowhead Towne Center Amphitheater in Glendale.
  In 2009: Every Saturday in June


• Summer Splash
  Water slides, dunk tanks, games, entertainment, free swimming lessons for kids. Free. Dr. A. J. Chandler Park, Chandler.
  In 2009: June 20


• Third Friday Concert in the Park
  Bring a blanket and listen to local bands perform. 7:30 at Civic Space Park, 424 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
  In 2009: June 19


• WaterDance Film Festival
  A different movie each week will play on a giant 30-by-50-foot, high-definition, LED screen in WaterDance Plaza. Bring blankets and chairs. Movies begin at 8 p.m. Westgate City Center, Glendale.
  In 2009: June 5, 12, 19, 26


• Wet 'n' Wild Water Day
  Chaparral Pool in Scottsdale. Kids can cool down and participate in outrageous activities including sandcastle building, sponge wars and unique relays. Admission is free.
  In 2009: June 26

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