ARIZONA NEWS

Weekend events for July 14-15

Jul 13, 2012, 7:44 AM | Updated: 12:14 pm

Looking for something to do this weekend in the Valley? This list below offers a few options.

Timeless Ink Tour

If you’re into tattoos, then the Phoenix Convention Center is the place to be for the Timeless Ink Tour. See what’s new from some of the top artists and Valley inkers as well. It runs from Friday to Sunday.

Arm Wrestle for Art

What’s better than arm wrestling? How about arm wrestling with some culture? Participants can learn arm-wrestling techniques and discuss artwork on Friday at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

Street League Skateboarding

If you’re looking to stay out of the heat, check out some cool tricks at Jobing.com Arena. Dozens of the best skateboarders are in town for the Street League Skateboarding event. Tickets start at $21.

Trolley Art Tour

Have you wanted to see Scottsdale’s numerous art offerings but don’t it’s too hot to walk? Show up (RSVP first) at the Old Adobe Mission for a trolley tour of Scottsdale.

Rent

Don’t worry, it’s not your landlord chasing you down the street. Desert Stages Theatre presents the Broadway classic “Rent” in a theater-in-the-round style. Tickets start at $22.

Yoga in the Park

Practice Ashtanga yoga in the park on Saturday. If inclement weather hits, the yoga session will be moved indoors.

Demi Lovato

Pop star Demi Lovato is at Comerica Theatre on Saturday. The former Disney star takes the stage at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $25 to $70.

Bully Mammoth

If you have a thing for written sketch comedy, catch local act Bully Mammoth at the Tempe Center for the Arts on Saturday. Must be over 16. Tickets are $15, $10 with a student ID.

Ty Barnett

Ty Barnett brings his unique comedy routine to Standup Scottsdale on Saturday and Sunday.

WWE: Money in the Bank

John Cena is the headliner for Sunday’s WWE: Money in the Bank. Wrestling’s superstars battle for a guaranteed shot at the title. Tickets at US Airways Center range from $25 to $350.

Yanni

Yanni shows off his instrumental hits as part of his world tour. Tickets start at $45.

Bonus:

Pat Benatar

The legendary Pat Benatar is at Talking Stick Resort on Tuesday night. Tickets to see the four-time Grammy winner range from $60 to $95.

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