DIVE-IN MOVIES & TWIST NIGHT

Aug. 4-September 1, Arizona Biltmore

Starting this month, every Friday night, the Arizona Biltmore will host a fun-filled evening at the pool. Slide hours will be extended until 8 p.m., and when the sun sets, swimmers can settle on floats to watch a family-friendly movie in the pool. Upcoming movies include A League of Their Own (Aug. 4), E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (Aug. 11); Finding Nemo (Aug. 25), and Field of Dreams (Sept. 1). The event is free for hotel guests. Non-guests can purchase day passes or cabanas through Resort Pass, starting at $60 per child and $75 per adult. www.arizonabiltmore.com.

BY BECKY ANTIOCO

Let’s Roll: Summer at the Princess Through

Sept. 5, Fairmont

Scottsdale Princess Summer will continue to roll on at the Princess, where the 1980s and ’90s are back and cooler than ever. Skate at an outdoor roller rink, game through a vintage arcade and themed laser tag adventure, and get glowin’ at the Neon 9 mini golf course. On the weekend, get jiggy with it at Let’s Glo Pool Parties and Dive-In Movies. Firework shows take place every Saturday night at 9 p.m. Room packages are available with $100 per night room credit. Event times vary. www. scottsdaleprincess.com.

Summer Western Matinees

Aug. 3-31, Western Spirit: Museum of the West pop hits. Shreyas Iyer and Friends (August 19) is an ensemble that blends elements of Indian classical music, jazz, and blues. The Downtown Chamber Series (August 26) brings chamber music to urban art spaces, with programs featuring a wide range of music and instruments from baroque to contemporary. 7:30 p.m. $15.25. www.mesaartscenter.com.

Every Thursday and Sunday, mosey over to the museum to step back in time to the captivating world of Western cinema. Head on in and experience the bygone era of cowboys, outlaws, and the untamed frontier. The movies shown will be The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (Aug. 3 and 24), Jews of the Wild West (Aug. 6), A Fist Full of Dollars (Aug. 10 and 27), Rio Bravo (Aug. 13 and 31), High Noon (Aug. 17), and Shane (Aug. 20). Movie only, $5; museum admission and movie, $25. www. scottsdalemuseumwest.org.

Slide the Rails

Aug. 5, McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park

End the summer with a wet and wild event at the Railroad Park. Slide into the new school year on inflatable water slides and obstacle courses for all ages. There will also be a bubble foam pit, and cold drinks and treats available for purchase. Admission includes unlimited access to water attractions, train, and carousel rides. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $10; kids 2 and under free with paying adult. www.therailroadpark.com.

The Great Southwest Dinner

Aug. 10, Orange Sky at Talking Stick Resort

Mirage Summer Music Series

Saturdays through Aug. 26, Mesa Arts Center

Each Saturday, national, international and local musicians will grace the stage of the Mesa Arts Center. It’s a perfect way to beat the summer heat and enjoy an eclectic mix of jazz, folk, soul, world, and classical music. Pijama Piyama (August 5) is a six-member band that embraces the cultural nuances of growing up in Phoenix, influenced by Latin, jazz, video games, Frank Zappa, and the world of psychedelia. Union 32 (August 12) performs high-energy covers of classic rock, funk, and

This month, Orange Sky will host an immersive culinary experience that will satisfy all of the senses. Laugh, eat, learn, and join the chef for a cocktail and hands-on participation. The Great Southwest Dinner will introduce attendees to the best the desert has to offer. The experience includes two hours of learning with culinary storytellers, a welcome cocktail and craft cocktail instruction, and a commemorative photo of the experience. The menu will include elk corn cake and Navajo churro leg of lamb, desert, and a tequila tasting. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $100. www.talkingstickresort.com.

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella

Aug. 11-27, Herberger Theater Center

Valley Youth Theatre will open its season with a contemporary take on the timeless classic. New characters, surprising twists, and music from the classic songwriting duo of Rodgers and Hammerstein will put a spell on a whole new generation of theatergoers who believe in magic, kindness, and the power of possibilities. Showtimes at 7 p.m. and 2 p.m., depending on the date. $21.50-$35.50. www. vyt.com.