60 upcoming events near Mesa — concerts, theater, markets, library programs and more. Free to browse; each links to the source.
Food festivals
June 6, 2026
6 p.m.
Victory Acres, 1920 W Broadway Rd, Mesa · Mesa, AZ
Victory Acres, 1920 W Broadway Rd, Mesa
You can graze through Asian street food vendors and stalls at this free Mesa night market.
Markets
June 6 and 7, 2026
noon to 5 p.m.
Mesa Convention Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Convention Center
You can browse dozens of vendors selling dark-aesthetic art, crafts and oddities at this pop-culture inspired weekend market.
Classes & arts
June 6, 2026
456 W Main St, Mesa · Mesa, AZ
456 W Main St, Mesa
You can paint a World Cup themed ceramic piece in this hands-on Saturday workshop on Main Street.
Music & concerts
June 9, 2026
evening
Mesa Arts Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Arts Center
You can hear ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro play his Tradewinds and Rainbows program on the Mesa Arts Center stage.
Classes & arts
June 12, 2026
5 to 8 p.m.
idea Museum · Mesa, AZ
idea Museum
You can explore the hands-on art museum for free during this Friday evening with no admission charge.
Lifelong learning
June 17, 2026
6 to 7 p.m.
Arizona Museum of Natural History · Mesa, AZ
Arizona Museum of Natural History
You can hear the museum's chief curator give a talk titled The Late Cretaceous in Arizona in this ongoing science speaker series.
Classes & arts
Through June 18, 2026
Tue to Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun noon to 5 p.m.
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center
You can take in juried craft work from across the country in this long-running annual exhibition before it closes in mid-June.
Markets
June 19 to 21, 2026
3 to 11 p.m.
Mesa, AZ
A recurring evening food and vendor market in Mesa, listed among the city's festivals on Eventbrite. Cooler evening hours make it a comfortable summer outing.
Pickleball & rec
June 28, 2026 to August 23, 2026
Webster Rec Ctr · Mesa, AZ
Webster Rec Ctr
Pickleball Round Robin League | Recreation Level Sundays | 6:00-8:00 PM | 2.5 Recreation Webster Recreation Center (Indoor) Looking to have fun, meet other players, and improve your pickleball game in a supportive environment? Join our 2.5 Recreational Popcorn Pickleball League designed specifically for 2.0 - 2.5 level players - perfect for those who are newer to the game, still building confidence, or have limited competitive experience. This league is NOT for total beginners who have never...
Classes & arts
Through June 28, 2026
Tue to Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun noon to 5 p.m.
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center
You can view artwork created by Arizona veterans in this museum exhibition running through late June.
Classes & arts
Through June 28, 2026
Tue to Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun noon to 5 p.m.
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center
You can experience this sound-and-craft focused exhibition at the contemporary art museum before it closes in late June.
Theater & film
Through June 28, 2026
Mesa Arts Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Arts Center
You can take the grandkids to family-friendly stage productions from East Valley Children's Theatre through late June.
Pickleball & rec
June 29, 2026 to August 17, 2026
Webster Rec Ctr · Mesa, AZ
Webster Rec Ctr
Pickleball Round Robin League | Recreation Level Mondays | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | 2.5 Recreation Webster Recreation Center Looking to have fun, meet other players, and improve your pickleball game in a supportive environment? Join our 2.5 Recreational Popcorn Pickleball League designed specifically for 2.0 - 2.5 level players - perfect for those who are newer to the game, still building confidence, or have limited competitive experience. This league is NOT for total beginners who have never played...
Pickleball & rec
June 29, 2026 to August 17, 2026
Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Ctr · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Ctr
Pickleball Round Robin League | Recreation Level Mondays | 7:00 - 9:00 AM | 2.5 Recreation Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center Looking to have fun, meet other players, and improve your pickleball game in a supportive environment? Join our 2.5 Recreational Popcorn Pickleball League designed specifically for 2.0 - 2.5 level players - perfect for those who are newer to the game, still building confidence, or have limited competitive experience. This league is NOT for total beginners who have never p...
Pickleball & rec
June 30, 2026 to August 18, 2026
Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Ctr · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Ctr
Pickleball Round Robin League | Intermediate Level Tuesdays | 8:00-10:00 PM | 3.0 Rating Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center This intermediate Pickleball League designed for 3.0 level players who have developed consistent skills and are looking for organized, fun, competition in a welcoming environment. This league is NOT for beginners who have never played before - players should feel comfortable with basic strategy, sustaining rallies, serving consistently, and playing full games at a steady pa...
Pickleball & rec
July 1, 2026 to August 19, 2026
Webster Rec Ctr · Mesa, AZ
Webster Rec Ctr
Pickleball Round Robin League | Intermediate Level Wednesdays | 6:00-8:00 PM | 3.0 level Webster Recreation Center - Indoor This intermediate Pickleball League designed for 2.5 - 3.25 level players who have developed consistent skills and are looking for organized, fun, competition in a welcoming environment. This league is NOT for beginners who have never played before - players should feel comfortable with basic strategy, sustaining rallies, serving consistently, and playing full games at a...
Theater & film
July 1, 2026 to August 19, 2026
Eagles Cmty Ctr · Mesa, AZ
Eagles Cmty Ctr
SELF OFFICIATED COED Indoor Volleyball League This SELF OFFICIATED COED indoor volleyball league is designed for beginner to lower-intermediate players. It's a league that is a great way to learn the game or get back into volleyball after a break in a fun, supportive, and low-pressure environment. The pace of play may be slower than competitive leagues and played with relaxed rules. Jump serving and aggressive play is not allowed. *At least 2 people of each gender required on the court at all...
Theater & film
July 2, 2026 to August 27, 2026
Eagles Cmty Ctr · Mesa, AZ
Eagles Cmty Ctr
Women's Recreation Indoor Volleyball League (B Division) This recreation-level women's indoor volleyball league is perfect for beginner to lower-intermediate players. It's a league that is a great way to learn the game or get back into volleyball after a break in a fun, supportive, and low-pressure environment. The pace of play may be slower than competitive leagues and played with relaxed rules. Jump serving and aggressive play is not allowed. League Details: Game nights: Thursdays Location:...
Theater & film
July 2, 2026 to August 27, 2026
Eagles Community Center (828 E. Broadway Rd.) / Broadway Recreation Center (59 E. Broadway Rd.) · Mesa, AZ
Eagles Community Center (828 E. Broadway Rd.) / Broadway Recreation Center (59 E. Broadway Rd.)
Women's Competitive Indoor Volleyball League (Divisions A-1, A-2, A-3) This competitive-level women's indoor volleyball league is designed for advanced players with a strong understanding of game strategies and fundamentals. Jump serving is permitted and officials will call technical fouls and infractions not typically enforced in recreational play. Matches are fast-paced and competitive but still maintain a fun atmosphere. Each division will include 8 teams and may have promotion/relegation...
Dance & fitness
July 7, 2026 to August 4, 2026
Locations will vary within the City of Mesa · Mesa, AZ
Locations will vary within the City of Mesa
Recess for Adults Not your average sports league - this is recess reimagined. Join the City of Mesa's award-winning program , Recess for Adults , where fun, fitness, and friendship come together in a rotating lineup of games and challenges. Each week features a new sport or activity, giving you the chance to try something new, meet new people, and just play - no experience needed! Kickoff Week Special! For the first week only, you can bring up to 3 friends for free to join the fun and see wha...
Community & civic
July 10, 2026 to August 28, 2026
Eastmark Softball Complex Fields 1 & 2 · Mesa, AZ
Eastmark Softball Complex Fields 1 & 2
Friday Coed "C" Softball League - Recreation Level This Coed "C" league (previously "B") is designed for intermediate-level teams looking for light competition. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Friday nights at the Eastmark Softball Complex. At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Intermediate Coed "C" (previously "B") Lineup: 10-12 players (8 m...
Community & civic
July 10, 2026 to August 28, 2026
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West · Mesa, AZ
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West
Friday Coed "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Coed "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking for fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Friday nights at the Red Mountain Softball Complex. At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Recreation Coed "D" (previously "C") Lineup: 10-12 players (8 allowed but not...
Community & civic
July 10, 2026 to August 28, 2026
Eastmark Softball Complex Fields 3 & 4 · Mesa, AZ
Eastmark Softball Complex Fields 3 & 4
Friday Men's "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Men's "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking for fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Friday nights at the Eastmark Softball Complex. At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Recreation (Men's "D" classification) Lineup: 10-12 players (8 allowed but not...
Community & civic
July 10, 2026 to August 28, 2026
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West · Mesa, AZ
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West
Friday Coed "E" Softball League - Beginner Level This Coed "E" league (previously "D") is designed for BEGINNER teams looking to learn the game of softball and have fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Friday nights at the Red Mountain Softball Complex. At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Beginner Coed "E" (previously "D") Lineup: 10-12 pla...
Community & civic
July 12, 2026 to August 30, 2026
Eastmark Softball Complex · Mesa, AZ
Eastmark Softball Complex
Men's "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Men's "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking for fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Sunday nights at the Eastmark Softball Complex. At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Recreation Men's "D" (previously "C") Lineup: 10-12 players (8 allowed but not recomme...
Community & civic
July 12, 2026 to August 30, 2026
Eastmark Sports Cplx · Mesa, AZ
Eastmark Sports Cplx
Sunday Coed "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Coed "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking for fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Sunday nights at the Eastmark Softball Complex. The league coordinator reserves the right to place you in a division to match your teams previous records. New teams will likely be placed in the upper division for the first season. At the end of the regular se...
Community & civic
July 14, 2026 to September 1, 2026
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West · Mesa, AZ
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West
Tuesday Men's "E" Softball League - Beginner Level This Men's "E" league (previously "D") is designed for beginner-level teams looking to improve their skills and have fun. Managers will be asked to show proof as to why your team should be in this beginner league. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Tuesday nights at Red Mountain Park Ballfields . At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff t...
Community & civic
July 14, 2026 to September 1, 2026
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West · Mesa, AZ
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West
Tuesday Men's "C" Softball League - Intermediate Level This Men's "C" league (previously "B") is designed for intermediate-level teams looking for light competition. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Tuesday nights at the Red Mountain Park Ballfields. At the end of the regular season all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. Teams may be assigned to a more/less competitive league based on previous records.* Le...
Community & civic
July 14, 2026 to September 1, 2026
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West · Mesa, AZ
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West
Tuesday Men's "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Men's "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking to have fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Tuesday nights at the Red Mountain Park Ballfields. At the end of the regular season all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. Teams may be assigned to a more/less competitive league based on previous records.* League Details:...
Community & civic
July 15, 2026 to September 2, 2026
Eastmark Sports Cplx · Mesa, AZ
Eastmark Sports Cplx
Wednesday Men's "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Men's "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking for fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Wednesday nights at the Eastmark Softball Complex At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Recreation Men's "D" (previously "C") Lineup: 10-12 players (8 allowed but...
Community & civic
July 15, 2026 to September 2, 2026
Eastmark Sports Cplx · Mesa, AZ
Eastmark Sports Cplx
Wednesday Men's "C" Softball League - Intermediate Level This Men's "C" league (previously "B") is designed for intermediate-level teams looking for a challenge. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Wednesday nights at the Eastmark Softball Complex At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Intermediate Men's "C" (previously "C") Lineup: 10-12 players...
Community & civic
July 16, 2026 to September 3, 2026
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West · Mesa, AZ
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West
Men's "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Men's "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking to have fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Thursday nights at the Red Mountain Park Ballfields. At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Recreation (Men's "D" classification) Lineup: 10-12 players (8 allowed but no...
Community & civic
July 16, 2026 to September 3, 2026
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West · Mesa, AZ
Red Mtn Ballfield Cplx West
Coed "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Coed "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking for fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Thursday nights at the Red Mountain Park Ballfields. At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Details: Skill Level: Recreation Coed "D" (previously "C") Lineup: 10-12 players (8 allowed but not recom...
Community & civic
July 16, 2026 to September 3, 2026
Eastmark Sports Cplx · Mesa, AZ
Eastmark Sports Cplx
Men's "D" Softball League - Recreation Level This Men's "D" league (previously "C") is designed for recreation-level teams looking to have fun. Games follow a round-robin doubleheader format, with 14 total regular season games played on Thursday nights at the Eastmark Softball Complex *Week 1: Games will be at Skyline Softball Complex (due to field maintenance down time at Eastmark) At the end of the regular season, all teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff tournament. League Det...
Classes & arts
August 14, 2026
5 to 8 p.m.
idea Museum · Mesa, AZ
idea Museum
You can visit the idea Museum free of charge during this evening that also hosts an inclusive resource fair.
Theater & film
Second Friday of the month
screening begins 6:30 p.m.
ASU MIX Center outdoor screen, Downtown Mesa · Mesa, AZ
ASU MIX Center outdoor screen, Downtown Mesa
You can watch a free outdoor movie on the big screen in downtown Mesa on the second Friday of each month.
Theater & film
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Mesa senior centers · Mesa, AZ
Mesa senior centers
You can join a community theater group for older adults that meets weekly to rehearse and perform.
Pickleball & rec
Open to the public, see schedule
Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center at Gene Autry Park · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center at Gene Autry Park
You can play on 21 lighted pickleball courts at this public center, with open play and clinic sessions on the schedule.
Senior programs
Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
Mesa Downtown Senior Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Downtown Senior Center
You can learn the tile game mahjong from scratch in this weekly beginners group for older adults.
Classes & arts
Monthly, see calendar
noon to 2 p.m.
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superior (near Mesa) · Mesa, AZ
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superior (near Mesa)
You can paint amid the desert gardens in this guided session open to all skill levels, with supplies provided.
Lifelong learning
See library events calendar for current dates
Mesa Public Library, Main and Dobson Ranch branches · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Public Library, Main and Dobson Ranch branches
You can take a free introductory computer class to build digital skills at the Main or Dobson Ranch library branches.
Lifelong learning
Select dates, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Mesa Public Library · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Public Library
You can book a one-on-one session with the library's writer in residence to get feedback on your work.
Classes & arts
Fridays, 8:30 a.m.
Mesa Downtown Senior Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Downtown Senior Center
You can work on portrait painting with fellow older adults in this weekly studio workshop.
Lifelong learning
Tuesdays, 2 p.m.
Mesa senior centers · Mesa, AZ
Mesa senior centers
You can dig into a different chapter of history each week in this lifelong-learning class for older adults.
Music & concerts
2026 (see venue calendar)
Mesa Arts Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Arts Center
You can catch blues-rock singer Beth Hart performing live at the Mesa Arts Center.
Classes & arts
Fridays in June 2026
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Greenbelt Plants & Pottery, Downtown Mesa · Mesa, AZ
Greenbelt Plants & Pottery, Downtown Mesa
You can get hands-on with clay in this relaxed Friday handbuilding pottery workshop in downtown Mesa.
Dance & fitness
Thursdays, 9:45 a.m.
Mesa Downtown Senior Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Downtown Senior Center
You can stretch and strengthen from a seated position in this accessible weekly chair yoga class.
Pickleball & rec
Tuesdays
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Webster Recreation Center, Mesa · Mesa, AZ
Webster Recreation Center, Mesa
You can join weekly drop-in pickleball every Tuesday evening at this Mesa city rec center.
Pickleball & rec
Recurring, check the program for dates
Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center at Gene Autry Park · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center at Gene Autry Park
Community & civic
Year round
Mesa, AZ
The tourism bureau keeps a broad, year-round events calendar covering the whole city, not just downtown. A good catch-all for annual festivals and one-off happenings.
Senior programs
Mondays, 12:30 p.m.
Mesa Downtown Senior Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Downtown Senior Center
You can take the mic and sing along with friends at this weekly senior karaoke afternoon.
Lifelong learning
Monthly
1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superior (near Mesa) · Mesa, AZ
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superior (near Mesa)
You can grow your knowledge of plants, wildlife and nature in this monthly in-person lecture series at the arboretum.
Pickleball & rec
Open daily, lights available
Kleinman Park, Mesa · Mesa, AZ
Kleinman Park, Mesa
You can play on four free outdoor hard courts with permanent lines and nets at this lighted Mesa park.
Theater & film
Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.
Mesa Downtown Senior Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Downtown Senior Center
You can watch and chat about a feature film each week in this senior center movie club.
Dance & fitness
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Red Mountain Senior Center, Mesa · Mesa, AZ
Red Mountain Senior Center, Mesa
You can learn and practice line dances in this weekly social dance session for older adults.
Senior programs
Fridays, 12:30 p.m.
Mesa Downtown Senior Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Downtown Senior Center
You can play a lively afternoon of bingo with cash prizes at this weekly senior center game.
Classes & arts
Second Friday of each month
open late until 10 p.m.
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center
You can wander the contemporary art galleries during extended evening hours twice a month, including the second Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Classes & arts
Monthly throughout 2026
Noley's, Mesa area · Mesa, AZ
Noley's, Mesa area
You can paint a new project each month with a glass in hand at these all-levels sip-and-paint workshops.
Music & concerts
2026-2027 season (see venue calendar)
Mesa Arts Center · Mesa, AZ
Mesa Arts Center
You can settle in for a night of jazz, funk and soul standards from this tribute ensemble at the Mesa Arts Center.
Community & civic
Year round
Mesa, AZ
The official downtown Mesa calendar pulls together festivals, concerts, family events, and farmers markets in one place. It is the simplest way to see what is happening any given week.
