The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is bringing back 'Jingle at JW,' with holiday activities like snow tubing and a light stroll, plus new features like a scavenger hunt. The Jingle Experience Pass offers access to most events.

Jacob Chansley, aka the QAnon Shaman, has publicly criticized Trump, calling him a fraud and attacking his unmet promise to release the Epstein files.

Urban Fraiche Restaurant, featuring Mediterranean cuisine with farm-to-table ingredients, opens in Phoenix, offering a menu focused on seasonal, healthy dishes. It follows the values of the Urban Fraiche Lifestyle brand.

Indie band Deerhoof removed their music from Spotify, protesting the CEO's investment in military AI tech, adding to ongoing artist complaints about unfair compensation.

Copper Sky Aquatics Center in Maricopa will host Water Safety Day on July 26 to educate on drowning prevention, featuring a rescue simulation and various water safety activities.

Mesa's Rhodes Aquatic Complex is hosting the Hang 110° FlowRider Competition on July 25 for surf and boogie board enthusiasts, with age-specific events and prizes, at an entry cost of $7.

Katy Perry's performance in Phoenix received mixed reviews, praising her hit songs and stage spectacle but noting technical issues and awkward dance moments. Both reviews acknowledged flaws but ultimately reported a positive fan experience.

WayneFest, a local music and arts festival in Phoenix, is scheduled for November 8, 2025, featuring artists like Chrome Rhino and The Hourglass Cats. It also promotes charitable contributions.

The Format reunites for a three-show tour, including an Arizona State Fair performance, with festival-style local acts, aiming to offer fans an inclusive experience. Tickets go on sale in July.

Harkins Theatres opens Harkins BackLot, an entertainment venue in north Phoenix featuring a cinema-sized sports screen, interactive bowling, VR, and a full-service restaurant.

The Made in Arizona Film Series presents "Oklahoma!" at Peoria Main Library with a discussion by film professor Jeannie Berg. The event is free on July 12.

The Square PHX introduces new nighttime history walking tours of downtown Phoenix, offering an intimate experience limited to 15 participants and highlighting the evolution of local historic structures.

Tolleson's 4th of July event emphasizes safety, bans personal BBQs, alcohol, and smoking, and invites families for a sober, smoke-free celebration with fireworks, overseen by professionals.