Diplo’s Beats, Book Festivals, and Art Openings: Saturday in Phoenix

Discover Your Phoenix Saturday

As the winter sun shines over the Valley, Saturday, January 24, 2026, brings an eclectic mix of high-energy fitness, literary exploration, and world-class performing arts to Phoenix. Whether you are looking for a morning at the market or an evening at the theater, today’s local schedule offers something for every interest.

Outdoor Markets and Community Gatherings

Start your morning by visiting one of the city’s vibrant open-air markets. The Downtown PHX Farmers Market is open early, providing a hub for local produce and artisanal crafts in the heart of the city. For those in the north, the Roadrunner Park Farmers Market offers fresh seasonal goods from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Meanwhile, book lovers should head to the Scottsdale Civic Center for the Scottsdale Book Festival, a public gathering celebrating local authors and the joy of reading.

One of the most unique events today is Diplo’s Run Club, hosted at Margaret T. Hance Park. This event combines a 5K run through Central Phoenix with a high-octane post-race concert featuring global DJ Diplo and Will Clarke. It is a perfect way to blend fitness with the city's legendary music scene.

Theater and Live Performances

The local stage is alive with talent today. The Phoenix Theatre Company presents the hit musical Million Dollar Quartet at the Hormel Theatre, with performances at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. This show recreates the legendary recording session of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.

Over at ASU Gammage, the world-renowned dance company Step Afrika! takes the stage at 7:00 p.m., showcasing the tradition of stepping combined with contemporary dance styles. For those seeking comedy, Chris Tucker is performing his high-energy stand-up set at Wild Horse Pass.

Museum Exhibitions and Art Openings

Today marks the grand opening of the highly anticipated exhibition Muscle Memory: Lens on the Body at the Phoenix Art Museum. This photography-focused showcase explores the human form through nearly two centuries of imagery. While there, visitors can also view Radical Clay, which highlights the revolutionary work of contemporary Japanese women ceramicists.

Evening Music and Unique Exhibits

• Parker McCollum: The country star brings his latest tour to the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale at 7:30 p.m.
• Phoenix Rock Lottery: Head to the Crescent Ballroom at 8:00 p.m. for the 12th Annual Phoenix Rock Lottery, where local musicians form surprise bands to write and perform original songs for charity.
• Barrett-Jackson Auction: The world-famous collector car auction continues today at WestWorld of Scottsdale, offering a massive display of rare and historic vehicles.