Things to do May 2025

🎉 Special Events, Festivals & Fun in May (Arizona Edition) 🌵

Looking for exciting things to do in May across Arizona? We've got you covered with everything from wine festivals and markets to Mother’s Day brunches and unforgettable concerts. Here's your ultimate guide to what's happening this month!

🌟 FEATURED EVENTS & FESTIVALS

• Derby Day Club (May 3):
  https://www.turfparadise.com/
• Willcox Wine Festival (May 16–18):
  https://willcoxwinecountry.org/event/willcox-wine-festival-may-2025/
• Orchid Fever at Desert Botanical Garden (Now – May 11):
  https://dbg.org/events/orchid-fever/2025-05-11/
• Vintage & Vino Mother’s Day Spring Market (May 9–10):
  https://queencreekchamber.com/events/vintage-vino-spring-mothers-day-market/
• Tacos & Margs Crawl (May 3):
  https://www.barcrawlnation.com/events/scottsdale-tacos-margs-crawl
• Arrowhead Farmers Market:
  https://getlocalarizonaevents.com/Saturdaymarket/
• Dave Ramsey & Dr. John Delony: The Money & Relationship Tour (May 5):
  https://www.arizonafinancialtheatre.com/shows
• Arizona Restaurant Week (May 16–25):
  https://azrestaurant.org/events/arizona-restaurant-week/

🌮 CINCO DE MAYO EVENTS

Find local celebrations in your area:

• Phoenix
• Tempe
• Mesa
• Chandler
• Scottsdale

💐 MOTHER’S DAY EVENTS

Celebrate Mom with these local events:

• Mother’s Day in Phoenix
• Mesa
• Six Places to Show Mom Some Love – Chandler
• Tempe

🎶 MUST-SEE CONCERTS – MAY

• Tom Jones – May 19: Tickets
• Los Lonely Boys – May 1: Tickets
• Chris Isaak – May 9: Tickets
• Gary Allen – May 24: Tickets
• Brett Young – May 1: Tickets
• Easton Corbin – May 8: Tickets
• Dionne Warwick – May 30: Tickets
• Billy Currington – May 10: Tickets
• Kendrick Lamar & SZA – May 27: Tickets
• Willie Nelson – May 13: Tickets
• Halsey – May 12: Tickets

😂 COMEDY SHOWS TO CATCH

• Tina Fey & Amy Poehler – Restless Leg Tour (May 2):
  https://www.arizonafinancialtheatre.com/shows
• Gary Owen (May 30–Jun 1):
  https://phoenix.standuplive.com/events
• Jeff Ross (May 23–25):
  https://phoenix.standuplive.com/events

📍 EVENTS BY CITY

Apache Junction:
https://www.apachejunctionaz.gov/193/Special-Events

Ahwatukee:
https://allevents.in/phoenix/ahwatukee

Mesa:

• City Calendar
• Old Brick House Vintage Market
• Mesa Arts Center

Chandler:
https://www.visitchandler.com/things-to-do/

Fountain Hills:
https://www.experiencefountainhills.org/events

Gilbert:
https://allevents.in/gilbert-az/this-weekend

Glendale:
https://allevents.in/glendale/this-weekend

Maricopa:
https://www.maricopa-az.gov/departments/community-enrichment-department/special-events/events-calendar/-toggle-all

Phoenix:
https://www.visitphoenix.com/events/annual-events

Queen Creek:
https://allevents.in/queen%20creek/this-weekend

Scottsdale:
https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/events/

Tempe:

• Festivals
• Tempe Marketplace Live Music

Tolleson:
https://www.eventbrite.com/d/az--tolleson/events/

Whether you're a foodie, music lover, or just looking to soak up some spring vibes, May is bursting with events in every corner of Arizona. Don’t forget to bookmark this guide and share it with friends!