Phoenix Suns vs. Miami Heat
JANUARY 8
The second of four home games in January, this matchup at the Footprint Center sees the Suns taking on the Heat.
Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.379.7800, nba.com/suns, 7 p.m., $50-$60
Arizona Cardinals vs. Seattle Seahawks
JANUARY 9
This is it… The final game of the regular season! Get your tickets now for the last chance to see the Cards — facing off against the Seahawks. And if you can’t make it, the game will be broadcast on FOX and 98.7 FM.
State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale, 602.379.0102, azcardinals.com, 2:25 p.m., $263-$576
“The Thing”
JANUARY 11
Harkins has been hosting Tuesday Night Classics for years, but it’s this screening near the top of 2022 for which we’re the most excited in the coming months. John Carpenter’s classic body horror benchmark, a loose remake of a ’50s film, features a team of Arctic researchers led by Kurt Russell who must survive after stumbling upon a shape-shifting alien — a discovery that means any one of them might not be who they say they are.
Various Harkins Theatres locations, 480.627.7777, harkins.com, 7 p.m., $5
Arizona Coyotes vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
JANUARY 12
It’s White Claw Wednesday at this home game for the Yotes! The special pack — available for every Wednesday home game — comes with two tickets, two 19.2-ounce White Claws, and a $20 food and beverage credit. But on to the game, the Coyotes are set to duke it out against Toronto’s own Maple Leafs. The game will also be on TNT. More info on the White Claw Wednesday Pack is available online.
Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, 623.772.3800, nhl.com/coyotes, 7 p.m., $30-$413
“Demonstrate… and Donuts”
JANUARY 13
The first Gold Palette ArtWalk date of 2022 is this annual combination of live artist demonstrations and doughnut sampling — not to mention bagpipe performances — at local galleries on Main Street from Scottsdale Road to Goldwater Boulevard and north of Indian School on Marshall Way to Fifth Avenue. Plus, it’s a fundraiser for the nonprofit 100 Club of Arizona, which supports public safety agencies, officers, firefighters, EMT/paramedics and their families.
Scottsdale Arts District, scottsdalegalleries.com, 6:30 to 9 p.m., free admission
“Disney on Ice Presents Dream Big”
JANUARY 13 TO JANUARY 16
In “Dream Big,” families will see all sorts of characters they’ve come to know and love, from films such as “Moana,” “Coco,” “Frozen” and “Aladdin,” in a live combination of ice skating with music while telling classic stories.
Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 1.800.844.3545, disneyonice.com/dream-big, times vary, $20-$115
Southwest Gospel Music Festival
JANUARY 13 TO JANUARY 15
Three days of Christian and Southern gospel music featuring Legacy Five, the Booth Brothers, the Hoppers, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Greater Vision, Cana’s Voice, the Erwins and Liberty Quartet, as well as comedian Tim Lovelace.
Mesa Arts Center’s Ikeda Theater, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa, 480.644.6500, mesaartscenter.com, times vary, $14-$207, or free for kids 2 and younger
Tango Argentina
JANUARY 13 AND JANUARY 14
It takes two to tango — or in this case — it takes the Madison Center for the Arts. This show, which explores the history of Buenos Aires and evolution of its dance and music genre, tango, with eight dancers and a quartet of live musicians, is making its Arizona debut.
The Madison Center for the Arts, 5601 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, 602.664.7777, themadison.org/tango-argentina, 7 p.m., $35-$65
“Scream”
OPENS JANUARY 14
Set 25 years after a series of murders in Woodsboro, this fifth film in the iconic “Scream” franchise simultaneously serves as a sort of reboot and sequel. It may be the first film in the franchise not directed by the late horror maestro Wes Craven (instead helmed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett), but it does see the return of beloved faces like Courteney Cox, David Arquette and Neve Campbell — along with a new cast of teens and a new killer. Rated R for strong bloody violence, language throughout, and some sexual references.
In theaters, screammovie.com
Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series Arizona
JANUARY 15 AND JANUARY 16
This Tempe running series includes marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K distances, plus live music and entertainment by Rock Lobster and Mogollon. Whether walking, jogging or running, the Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series is for all skill levels and goals. Race packets are picked up at a free, two-day Health & Fitness Expo prior to the race (January 14 to 15); more info online.
Tempe, runrocknroll.com/arizona, see website for locations/times, $49-$129
“Winston Churchill: Man of the Century”
JANUARY 16
This biographic performance dives into the life and career of the famed prime minister. Learn more about Winston Churchill, from his 18th century upbringing and his time as a soldier, journalist, politician and statesman to his death and long-standing legacy.
Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, 480.782.2680, chandlerarts.org, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., $28-$42
8123 Fest
JANUARY 20 TO JANUARY 24
This five-day festival hosted by The Maine returns to Downtown Phoenix. And with a stacked lineup of 18 artists, there will be plenty to fill the schedule. State Champs, The Summer Set, 3OH!3, Tessa Violet, Beach Weather, Derek Sanders and John the Ghost are among those who have been booked.
Margaret T. Hance Park, 1218 N. Second Street, Phoenix, 81-23.com/fest, times vary, $55-$120
Tool
JANUARY 21
A year after the band’s last performance in the Valley, the famed progressive metal band has set its latest show. If you haven’t stayed up to date on the band, Tool released its long-awaited fifth album, “Fear Inoculum,” in 2019 — so the band has recents and classics alike from which to draw. Alt rockers Blonde Redhead open.
Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.379.7800, footprintcenter.com, 7:30 p.m., sold out
Barrett-Jackson The World’s Greatest Car Collector Auctions
JANUARY 22 TO JANUARY 30
The World’s Greatest Car Collector Auctions are turning 50! Set over nine days in Scottsdale, each year Barrett-Jackson draws people from far and wide to see a large collector car docket and the latest vehicles from top automakers. Additionally, there will be symposiums on a variety of automotive-related topics and hundreds of exhibits and displays. Even musician Pitbull will be in attendance, to help raise funds for the SLAM and Selfless Love foundations.
WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.421.6694, barrett-jackson.com, see website for schedule, tickets start at $23, free for kids 12 and younger on Family Day, Saturday, January 22
The Baylor Project
JANUARY 22
The Baylor Project — husband-and-wife duo Jean and Marcus Baylor — is bringing its meld of influences to Chandler. Gospel, blues, soul and jazz come together in the three-time Grammy nominees’ music, which has been described by the arts center as “spiritual, feel-good and buoyant.”
Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, 480.782.2680, chandlerarts.org, 7:30 p.m., $36-$56
Legendary Ladies of Soul
JANUARY 23
Etta James. Ella Fitzgerald. Tina Turner. Aretha Franklin. Whitney Houston. Chandler Center for the Arts presents pop hits from these gospel, Motown and soul icons and more, all performed by Courtney Washington, Erahn Patton and Mitzi Smith.
Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, 480.782.2680, chandlerarts.org, 3 p.m., $24-$38
The Magical World of Afternoon Tea
JANUARY 26 TO FEBRUARY 6
Wizards, witches and muggles alike won’t want to miss this one. Returning to Drink Me! Tea Room, this is a tea experience unlike any other — as it’s themed after the “Harry Potter” series. That means guests will don their most magical attire in a setting dressed to look like Hogwarts. Reservations are required and include a three-tiered selection of sandwiches and sweets — with a gluten-free, plant-based focus — not to mention special tea blends, cocktails and mocktails.
Drink Me! Tea Room, 1730 E. Warner Road, Suite 5, Tempe, 602.206.5469, https://bit.ly/3p8aBvq, reservations available from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $20
“D.G.”
JANUARY 27 TO JANUARY 29
Scorpius Dance Theatre’s latest performance is this show that takes inspiration from Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray.” Combining dance, theater, music and visual arts, “D.G.” is described as a “morally ambiguous Victorian tale (of) lust, greed, beauty and the quest for eternal youth.”
Phoenix Theatre Company Judith Hardes Theatre, 1825 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.254.2151, scorpiusdance.com, 7:30 p.m., $25
Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
JANUARY 27 TO JANUARY 29
A celebration of all things needle art. A variety of companies will have exhibits at this festival, which will feature free demos and daily door prize drawings. Admission covers all three days. A $2 coupon, as well as a list of shopping categories, is available online.
Arizona Exposition & State Fair, 1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, 801.463.1200, quiltcraftsew.com/phoenix.html, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, $12
“Grease”
JANUARY 28 TO FEBRUARY 13
This famed musical should need no introduction, as this 1950s romantic story is a classic of both the stage and the screen. A winner of multiple awards, it has had off-Broadway and Broadway runs, not to mention a motion picture starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. This Fountain Hills iteration is produced by Patty Torrilhon and directed by Peter J. Hill, musically directed by Jay Melberg and choreographed by Lily Ruth Whipple.
Fountain Hills Theater, 11445 N. Saguaro Boulevard, Fountain Hills, 480.837.9661, fhtaz.org, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays, $18-$35
“Morbius”
OPENS JANUARY 28
Sony is building up its own universe of Marvel villains, with two Venom films already released and a Kraven the Hunter film slated, but Michael Morbius is the next one to hit the big screen. When the doctor attempts to cure a rare blood disorder, he finds himself undergoing a dark transformation. Starring Jared Leto as the titular vampire antihero, the cast of “Morbius” also features Matt Smith, Adria Arjona, Jared Harris, Al Madrigal and Tyrese Gibson. Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence, some frightening images, and brief strong language.
In theaters, morbius.movie
Doggie Street Festival
JANUARY 29
Dog lovers won’t want to miss out on this celebration of all-things man’s best friend. This 12th annual adopt-a-thon will also spotlight pet products and services, while featuring food, vet tips, music, auction prizes, a kids art area, speakers and contests. Friendly dogs are welcome. Sponsors, vendors, volunteers and auction prize providers are needed.
Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 323.445.5087, doggiestreetfestival.com, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission
Superior Home & Building Tour with Antique Show
JANUARY 29 AND JANUARY 30
This event presented by the Superior Chamber of Commerce is twofold — one part self-guided tour of the many historic homes and buildings in Superior, the other a free antique show at the Magma Club. Accompanying these plans are live music, guided hikes, a pancake breakfast, handmade pottery for sale, and historian speakers.
Tour begins at the Superior Chamber of Commerce, 165 W. Main Street, Superior, 520.689.0200, https://bit.ly/3p8jjtX, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, $15-$18 tour, free admission antique show
Shinedown
JANUARY 30
Having recently released “Attention Attention,” a film about the band’s 2018 album of the same name, Jacksonville hard rock band Shinedown is making a return to the Valley. Seattle musician Ayron Jones opens.
Arizona Federal Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2800, arizonafederaltheatre.com, 8 p.m., $36.50-$90
System of a Down w/Korn and Russian Circles
JANUARY 31
The Armenian American legends may be going on 17 years since their last album, but the touring never stops. The group released a pair of long-awaited new singles in 2020, which have found themselves in recent setlists, so fingers crossed they are performed here. And if that’s not enough, nu-metal’s Korn and the instrumental post-metal band Russian Circles will open.
Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.379.7800, footprintcenter.com, 7 p.m., $64.50-$445
