Downtown Glendale Arts & Culture Fest
FEBRUARY 4
Music, art, culture and community are all coming together in the host city of Super Bowl LVII, kicking off a week of festivities around the Valley. Get ready for the Big Game at Murphy Park with more than live music performances, an artisan market, a local wine and beer garden, live painting, art installations and food vendors. Outside of the park, businesses will participate with a passport program, pop-up performances including live painting, acoustic music, artist demonstrations and performance art. There’s a lot to see and do!
Murphy Park, 5850 W. Glendale Avenue, 520-797-3959, downtownglendalefest.com, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., free admission
FEBRUARY 4 AND FEBRUARY 5, AND FEBRUARY 9 TO FEBRUARY 11
This multiday event features a football theme park with interactive games like the 40-yard dash and more — all leading up to the match itself! Attendees can look forward to it by getting autographs from star players and taking photos with Super Bowl rings and the Vince Lombardi trophy, plus there will be an NFL Shop with merchandise.
Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. Third Street, Phoenix, azsuperbowl.com, various dates and times, $20-$60 or free for kids 12 and younger
FEBRUARY 6
At this official kickoff event, both teams will make their first and only public appearance prior to the Super Bowl LVII matchup. See what the players and coaches have to say to the media, and enjoy live entertainment all the while. There will be chances for fans to win prizes and get autographs and photos with players and mascots.
Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602-379-7800, azsuperbowl.com, 6 p.m., $20
Legacy Cares Kids Football Camp
FEBRUARY 7
Legacy Cares is launching what is planned to become an annual tradition just ahead of this year’s Super Bowl. Dan Manucci’s Quarterback University will lead eighth through 12th grade students in a custom, unique and advanced training experience with coaches, trainers and players.
Bell Bank Park, 6321 S. Ellsworth Road, Mesa, 480-572-0670, https://bit.ly/3W5ItGP, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., free admission with registration
Historic Old Town ESPN Main Street Tailgate
FEBRUARY 8 TO FEBRUARY 12
The city of Scottsdale and ESPN have linked up for five days of Old West-style partying and televised Super Bowl pregame coverage along Main Street, between Scottsdale Road and Brown Avenue. Attendees can play tailgate-style games, participate in tasting and photo opportunities, enjoy live entertainment like The Singing Cowboy Gary Sprague and his trusty steed Dusty, and receive free swag and giveaway items. Plus, Old Town is filled with dining destinations galore.
Old Town Scottsdale, azsuperbowl.com, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon Sunday, free admission
Super Bowl Gospel Celebration
FEBRUARY 8
Born with Super Bowl XXXIII in 1999, this annual event — now in its 24th year — brings together NFL players and award-winning artists for a night of musical worship.
Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa, superbowlgospel.com, more details TBA
Tailgate Time Machine
FEBRUARY 8 TO FEBRUARY 12
The block party is back for its second year and turning the tunes back to the 2000s. Baby Bash, Paul Wall and Slim Thug kick it off Thursday, with T-Pain headlining Friday and DJ Fashen and other local artists performing Saturday. In addition to the main festivities and Super Bowl Sunday, the two hosting establishments have 80 TVs and two big LED screens.
The Hot Chick and Boondocks, 4363 N. 75th Street, Scottsdale, thehotchickaz.com/events, various dates and times, $99-$299
DJ Pauly D
FEBRUARY 9
Renowned for its tequila, handcrafted margaritas and Mexican cuisine, this restaurant and nightclub is bringing Pauly D of “Jersey Shore” fame to the Valley to spin some tunes for this pregame evening celebration. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Salt Tacos Y Tequila, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Glendale, relentlessbeats.com, 10 p.m., $45
Fred Minnick’s Bourbon Invitational
FEBRUARY 9 AND FEBRUARY 10
Football legends will serve as bartenders at this two-day spirits tasting event from author and noted bourbon connoisseur Fred Minnick. Former defensive end Jared Allen is one such celebrity guest. Some hard-to-find bourbons will even be available for sipping. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Phoenix Theatre Company.
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, 15147 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite H-135, Scottsdale, fredminnick.com, 2 to 5 p.m. each day, $1,125
FEBRUARY 9 TO FEBRUARY 12
A different Super Bowl “experience” from the aforementioned one at Phoenix Convention Center, this one is free and includes live music, entertainment, local cuisine, games and activities at Hance Park. The lineup includes Jimmy Eat World on Thursday and Lee Brice on Friday; Saturday’s lineup is TBD. Sunday will include live entertainment from DJ Solomon and, of course, an official watch party for the Big Game.
Hance Park, 67 W. Culver Street, Phoenix, azsuperbowl.com/hancepark, various dates and times, free admission
Super Bowl Music Fest
FEBRUARY 9 TO FEBRUARY 11
Take up some time ahead of the game with this three-day music festival at the Footprint Center. Paramore will perform with a special guest
Thursday, followed by Dave Matthews Band with an all-vinyl set from special guest Anderson.Paak as DJ Pee.Wee on Friday and Imagine Dragons and Kane Brown on Saturday.
Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602-379-7800, superbowlmusicfest.com, 7 p.m. each day, $39.50-$950
Kevin Hart
FEBRUARY 10 AND FEBRUARY 11
Comedian and actor Kevin Hart wants to give fans a reality check — and his tour of the same name will allow him to do so across three games the weekend of the game.
Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602-379-2888, ticketmaster.com, 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. each day, $69.50-$859.50
Legends Party
FEBRUARY 10
Former tight ends Rob Gronkowski and Vernon Davis are the hosts for this epic football party! Pros, celebs and more will come together for a kickoff soiree, comedy roast and toast, and live performance by Nelly. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, Chandler, legendsparty.com, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., $250-$4,000
Love & Football Comedy Show
FEBRUARY 10
Los Angeles’ Chocolate Sundaes is coming for Super Bowl weekend equipped with national comedy and DJ entertainment, perhaps even a celebrity drop-in (the comedy brand notes that it has happened in the past). The lineup is a surprise. Recommended for ages 21 and older.
Herberger Theatre, 222 E. Monroe Street, Phoenix, 602-252-8497, herbergertheater.org, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., $82.50-$3,007.50
Rolling Stone Live
FEBRUARY 10
This immersive experience brings together celebrities, athletes, VIPs and influencers together with live musical entertainment, in the name of raising funds for the American Cancer Society and its Crucial Catch: Intercept Cancer campaign. This event is for ages 21 and older.
The Clayton House, 3719 N. 75th Street, Scottsdale, rollingstonelive.ticketsocket.com, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., $1,000
Shaq’s Fun House
FEBRUARY 10
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal is bringing Diplo, Snoop Dogg and Myles O’Neal to the Valley for this part music festival, part carnival, described as “Big Game weekend’s most over-the-top event.” Shaq himself will even don his DJ Diesel hat for a performance. As far as other experiences, attendees can expect oversized rides and attractions, circus performers, a Ferris wheel, food and drink, celebrity guests and more. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, 480-850-7777, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., $349-$50,000
The Football Classic Domino Tournament
FEBRUARY 11
Players — 128 of them — will compete for more than $5,000 in cash and prizes at this Super Bowl anticipatory event. It’s a single-elimination domino tournament with seven rounds, but don’t worry — players who don’t advance in the first round will have a second chance! Complementing the action will be giveaways, celebrity guests, DJ entertainment, an open play domino area and more.
Dave & Buster’s, 21001 N. Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, universaldominoleague.com, noon to 6 p.m., free general admission, $100 tournament entry
Game On! Goodyear Block Party
FEBRUARY 11
The city of Goodyear is saying “Game on!” with this community gathering, featuring football-themed inflatables, a photo booth, an immersive football experience, food and a beer garden, jumbo lawn games, outdoor screens playing football, and even a sort of halftime show featuring local marching bands and cheer squads.
Goodyear Civic Square Park, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, 623-932-3910, goodyearaz.gov, 2 to 5 p.m., free admission
Gronk Beach
FEBRUARY 11
Rob Gronkowski curates this music festival and day party, which this year features a lineup including 21 Savage, Diplo, Lil Jon, Bijou, DJ Irie and Sommer Ray. A hit in previous years, the beachy event also features food and drinks, luau performers, a celebrity volleyball game and more. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Resort, Phoenix, 480-850-7777, gronkbeach.com, noon to 6 p.m., $199-$50,000
Heated Sole Summit
FEBRUARY 11
This buy-sell-trade convention is coming to the West Valley on Super Bowl weekend with all sorts of sneakers, streetwear, vintage items, sports cards and more.
American Sports Centers, 755 N. 114th Avenue, Avondale, heatedsolesummit.com, noon to 7 p.m., $10-$125
Sports Illustrated The Party
FEBRUARY 11
From Sports Illustrated, this event is “the” Super Bowl weekend party! The Chainsmokers and Machine Gun Kelly are handling the music, with Wynn Nightlife hosting VIP table service. Notably, big spenders can purchase combo tickets that allow access to the aforementioned Shaq’s Fun House and Gronk Beach. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, 480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com, 9 p.m., $799.99-$100,000
Tailgate Party
FEBRUARY 11
With water features off for the season, Six Flags is turning to the Super Bowl to entertain the Valley. There will be live music and DJs, food and drinks, mobile esports, inflatables and games, a pep rally, and the Polar Plunge with Special Olympics Arizona — which will receive a portion of each ticket sale.
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix, 4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Glendale, sixflags.com/phoenix, 1 to 6 p.m., $20
FEBRUARY 11
Supporting GENYOUth’s efforts to combat student hunger, this event is just another “taste” of what February has to offer surrounding the football season’s final game. It features chefs from Arizona and beyond, with culinary superstars Andrew Zimmern, Carla Hall, Tim Love, Lasheeda Perry and Mark Bucher hosting. So come eat, enjoy live entertainment and check out the autographed collectibles auction with chefs, athletes and other celebrities alike.
Chateau Luxe, 1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, tasteofthenfl.com, 4 to 8 p.m., $750-$950
Super Fest Arizona
FEBRUARY 11
Focused on inclusive football and cheer, this Super Bowl camp aims to be for everyone — regardless of ability. So get the kids together, come on down and toss a pigskin around or work on a cheer routine.
Pioneer Park, 8755 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., $30-$60 for players and cheerleaders, free admission or spectators
West Fest
FEBRUARY 11
Tim McGraw will headline this outdoor concert with special guest Bailey Zimmerman. The entertainment district, where the game will take place the next day, will also feature an open-air beer garden and more. A portion of beer garden sales will go to a local charity. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Glendale, westgateaz.com/westfest, 6 p.m., $99-$350
