Flagstaff's Southside now features two new public art pieces honoring its history. "Rustle" by Beth Nybeck and the "Historic Dunbar School Plaque" commemorate local stories and heritage.

Artists can submit pet-themed artwork for the "Pets: An Extension of Family" exhibit at Maricopa Library & Cultural Center. Application deadline is January 8, 2026.

Casa Grande seeks a passionate volunteer for its Arts & Culture Commission, offering a chance to shape the city's artistic future until September 30, 2026. Applications are due by December 5, 2025.

Chandler Museum hosts a remembrance event on Nov. 1 for those of Japanese ancestry interned during WWII, featuring the Ireichō monument and cultural performances.

Avondale residents can contribute to a new public art piece by drawing shapes representing their city at a community event with artists HYBYCOZO on November 5.

Mesa Library is hosting Fandom Week with themed activities for pop culture fans at all locations, including interactive movie events and games for all ages.

The Alley Gallery in downtown Gilbert has introduced six new art installations on doors within the Heritage District, showcasing the work of local Arizona artists.

The Chandler Museum's exhibit, "Sonoran Shapes + Structures," showcases desert-inspired architecture and the evolution of organic architecture, featuring work by Wright and Soleri.

The Chandler Museum is hosting "The Newest Americans" exhibit, featuring immigrant stories through portraits and interviews, from Sept. 30, 2025, to Jan. 18, 2026.

Mesa's Dia de los Muertos Festival promises art, dance, music, and cultural traditions at Mesa Arts Center on Oct. 25-26.

The City of Chandler has launched a five-year strategic plan for the Chandler Museum with Keen Independent Research to enhance visitor experience and ensure relevance.

Avondale’s City Hall hosted the Blank Canvas Summer Showcase & Art Expo, displaying young local artists' work and selecting winners through city employee votes across three age categories.

Luis F. Ruiz, Jr. has been appointed as Mesa's new Director of Arts & Culture, bringing decades of experience to enhance the city's cultural institutions and programs.