Top Entertainment & Live Music Events in Phoenix for April 2025
April 2025 in Phoenix is packed with festivals, fairs, and concerts—from reggae and gaming expos to family parades and a special live music event on April 12.
Published on April 4, 2025
Phoenix is gearing up for an exciting April 2025 with a diverse array of festivals, fairs, and cultural events. Residents and visitors can enjoy the last of the temperate spring weather with highlights such as the Reggae Rise Up Arizona festival featuring Wiz Khalifa and Damian Marley, the Game On Expo dedicated to video games, anime, and e-sports, and the Rainbows Festival celebrating LGBTQ+ pride. The Maricopa County Fair brings carnival attractions and animal displays, while Buds-A-Palooza puts cannabis culture in the spotlight. Community events like Pat’s Run – a 4.2-mile fundraiser for the Tillman Scholar Program – along with the Phoenix Home & Garden Tour, Kiwanis Easter Parade and Spring Festival, Steps for Vets 5K, and the Great Food Expo ensure there’s something for everyone.
Adding to the vibrant lineup, music enthusiasts will be treated to a special event on April 12, 2025, at the Arizona Financial Theatre. Bullet For My Valentine and Trivium will co-headline a performance celebrating 20 years of their landmark albums, with supporting acts including August Burns Red and Sylosis. These events, along with others across the city, showcase Phoenix as a dynamic hub for entertainment and community engagement during April.