Broadway Hits, Heavy Metal, and Local Markets Today in Phoenix
Midweek Markets and Local Flavors
Start your Wednesday morning at the Uptown Farmers Market, located at the North Phoenix Baptist Church. Running from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, this local favorite offers a mid-week opportunity to stock up on farm-fresh Arizona produce, handmade breads, and artisanal crafts. It is a perfect spot for community members to meet local growers and enjoy the pleasant February weather while supporting small-scale producers.
Electrifying Musical Performances
The evening lineup for February 18 is packed with diverse musical talent across the city's premier venues. At the Arizona Financial Theatre, heavy metal titans Sabaton take the stage with Pop Evil for a high-energy night of historical themes and powerful rock anthems beginning at 7:00 PM. For those seeking a different vibe, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) hosts the soulful Madeleine Peyroux. Known for her blend of jazz, blues, and folk, Peyroux will perform in the museum's acoustically pristine music theater at 7:00 PM. Additionally, the psych-rock band All Them Witches will bring their House of Mirrors Tour to The Van Buren at 8:00 PM, providing a gritty, immersive experience for indie music fans.
Theater and Cinematic Highlights
Theater enthusiasts have multiple high-caliber options tonight. The touring production of the mystery-comedy Clue brings the classic board game to life at ASU Gammage with a 7:30 PM performance. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Theatre Company presents two distinct shows: the uplifting hit musical Come From Away at the Stephenson Theatre and the high-octane rock-and-roll tribute Million Dollar Quartet at the Hormel Theatre. For cinema lovers, the Phoenix Art Museum is hosting a special screening of the critically acclaimed film In the Mood for Love, offering a stylish and romantic midweek escape into world cinema.
Public Art and Exhibitions
If you are looking for a quiet moment of reflection, the Phoenix Airport Museum is currently showcasing Spectral Alchemy in Terminal 4. This immersive exhibition features works by 15 Arizona artists exploring the spiritual qualities of light through neon, glass, and digital animation. It is free to the public and offers a calm respite from the bustle of the city. Back at the Phoenix Art Museum, visitors can also explore the Muscle Memory: Lens on the Body photography exhibition, which examines physical expression through a contemporary lens.