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Juneteenth is the oldest celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It specifically celebrates the state of Texas announcing the abolishment of slavery in 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued in 1863. But Juneteenth offers a time to come...

Experience the stunning “Numbers and Trees” exhibition by Charles Gaines, now at Phoenix Art Museum! This captivating exhibition debuts the complete series of the most recent body of work by renowned conceptual artist Charles Gaines. The monumental gridworks, each...

The Downtown Tempe Juneteenth Block Party returns on June 14, 2025 from 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM at CenterPoint Plaza in Downtown Tempe. This event will stand as a celebration of Black Joy and create a space where peoples of all races can come together to share in and witness...

The Phoenix Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. will proudly celebrate the achievements of African American young men through its 24th Anniversary Biennial Beautillion in 2027 (exact date TBD)! This inspiring event honors outstanding individuals, ages 16 to 19, from the...

Conversations in Color, a nonprofit organization, will be hosting the upcoming “Tapestry of Black Voices Awards.” Conversations in Color is deeply committed to nurturing uplifting conversations and fostering stronger community connections for Black voices. The...

Can You Feel It? Can You Feel It? Can You Feel It?! The Jacksons will be performing LIVE at Gila River Hotel and Casino inside the Wild Horse Pass Showroom on June 20! Show starts at 8 PM! A historic night you will never forget, sharing the story of The Jacksons legacy including...

Good Energy Productions presents Nothing But The Sax June 21 at 6:30pm Shrine Auditorium 552 N 40th Street Phoenix, AZ 85008 Event Cost/Ticket Price: Tickets – $40 and above Enjoy an evening with three national recording smooth jazz saxophonists jamming on the same night,...

The Arizona Jazz Festival which was originally scheduled to take place on March 21-23 at the West Valley Events Complex in Glendale is being rescheduled to November 7-9, 2025! According to the organizers of the Arizona Jazz Festival, many of the artists who were scheduled to...