Phoenix, Arizona, is bustling with a variety of events throughout February 2025, offering residents and visitors a plethora of activities to enjoy. Here’s a curated list of some notable happenings this month:

1. WM Phoenix Open

• Dates: February 6–9, 2025
• Location: TPC Scottsdale
• Details: Known as “The Greatest Show on Grass,” this annual golf tournament attracts top players and enthusiastic crowds. Beyond the championship play, attendees can enjoy a lively atmosphere with various entertainment options. visitphoenix.com

2. Artlink’s First Fridays Art Walk

• Date: February 7, 2025
• Location: Downtown Phoenix
• Details: Experience the vibrant arts scene of Phoenix by touring galleries, art spaces, and studios. This free, self-guided tour offers a chance to meet local artists and explore diverse exhibitions. visitphoenix.com

3. Scottsdale Parada del Sol and Trail’s End Festival

• Date: February 8, 2025
• Location: Old Town Scottsdale
• Details: Celebrate Scottsdale’s rich Western heritage with a parade featuring floats, horse-drawn carriages, and marching bands. Following the parade, enjoy a Western-style block party with live entertainment, food trucks, a kids’ zone, and arts and crafts booths. azcentral.com

4. Phoenix Chinese Week Lunar New Year Festival

• Dates: February 7–9, 2025
• Location: Steele Indian School Park
• Details: Ring in the Year of the Snake with traditional dragon dances, martial arts demonstrations, live music, and authentic Asian cuisine. The festival also features educational exhibits on Chinese inventions and interactive activities like mahjong and tea ceremonies. azcentral.com

5. Arizona Renaissance Festival

• Dates: Weekends starting February 8, 2025
• Location: Gold Canyon, AZ
• Details: Step back in time at this medieval amusement park featuring 16 stages of continuous live entertainment, a jousting tournament, and a 50-acre circus. Explore over 200 artisan shops, enjoy games, and feast on Renaissance-era delicacies. azcentral.com

6. Richard Avedon: Among Creatives Exhibition

• Dates: February 6 – May 25, 2025
• Location: Phoenix Art Museum
• Details: Explore the works of renowned photographer Richard Avedon, focusing on his portraits of influential creatives from various fields. This exhibition offers insight into Avedon’s unique approach to capturing the essence of his subjects. visitphoenix.com

7. Concerts and Performances

• Rickie Lee Jones
  • Date: February 6, 2025
  • Location: Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
• Maria José
  • Date: February 6, 2025
  • Location: Orpheum Theatre
• Stomp
  • Dates: February 7–8, 2025
  • Location: Chandler Center for the Arts
• Ian Ian Smith
  • Date: February 7, 2025
  • Location: The Van Buren
• Dear Evan Hansen
  • Date: February 28, 2025
  • Location: Ikeda Theater

These performances offer a range of musical and theatrical experiences to suit diverse tastes.

phoenix-theater.com

8. Angry Crab Shack Southwest Cajun Fest

• Date: February 1, 2025
• Location: Dr. A. J. Chandler Park, Chandler
• Details: Experience the flavors and spirit of New Orleans with spicy Cajun cuisine, craft beer, and live jazz and blues music. This festival brings the heart and soul of Louisiana to Arizona. experism.com

February 2025 in Phoenix is packed with cultural festivals, sporting events, and live performances, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.