Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture Douglas C. TowneApril 30, 2024
Downtown Phoenix’s Iconic Springtime Bash: The Masque of the Yellow Moon

For almost a quarter of a century, Arizona’s most prominent party was held every spring at Montgomery Stadium at the northeast corner of Seventh and Van Buren streets. From 1926-1955,... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Douglas C. TowneApril 9, 2024
The 1930s: When Downtown Phoenix Featured Double-Features

When Bill Baker and his mom ventured to Downtown Phoenix to watch a movie in the 1930s, they had a specific routine. “There was always a double feature playing,” Baker... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Mischa AuritaMarch 20, 2024
Behind the Scenes with The Funky Latina

Elyssa Bustamante is ensuring Downtown Phoenix stays fun, fresh, and funky. Bustamante, mainly known as “The Funky Latina,” is an event producer, host, and DJ based in Phoenix. In 2022,... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Taylor CostelloMarch 13, 2024
Choose Your DTPHX Adventure with Art Detour 36

In 1989, Artlink Phoenix’s Art Detour officially launched in Downtown Phoenix as a Saturday afternoon event, which has since grown to include many of Arizona’s major cities and now encompasses... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Elizabeth MontgomeryOctober 31, 2023
A Change of the Seasons: Downtown Phoenix Theaters Announce New Shows for 2023-2024

The seasons are changing in Downtown Phoenix. In the air and on the stage.  After a tumultuous pandemic that left many Downtown Phoenix theaters with uncertain futures, today, the Downtown... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Taylor CostelloOctober 11, 2023
Meet Carol Poore, A Phoenix Community Alliance “City-Shaper”

As a future-focused person, Carol Poore prefers to look ahead rather than reminisce. But, if there were a philosophy that decoded the successes of her career thus far, it would... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Downtown Phoenix Inc.September 5, 2023
Downtown Phoenix Inc. Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Third Annual Lotería

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Downtown Phoenix Inc. is bringing back DTPHX Lotería, which will take place Friday, Oct. 6-Sunday, Oct. 15. The community-wide activation will incorporate a variety... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Joe BaransJuly 12, 2023
Songs & Summer Nights: 6 Amazing Places to Enjoy Live Music in Downtown Phoenix This Summer

As our summer days heat up, Downtown Phoenix comes alive at night. If you’re looking for a show with an intimate vibe for your night out, you’re in luck because... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Cris Arellano-PortJune 22, 2023
Boot the House Down: The History of Phoenix Pride

**Notice to readers: This article contains language that refers to cisgender queer people at times. Please note that this is not intended to exclude specific groups within the LGBTQ+ community... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Arts & Culture Taylor CostelloJune 7, 2023
Summer In the City: 7 “Cool” Places In Downtown Phoenix

In the summer, air conditioning is your friend! When air conditioning arrived in the Valley, this new luxury first appeared Downtown, mainly in commercial spaces, such as the Westward Ho... continue reading. Click here for more info.

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