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performance is presented by the Phoenix Wushu Academy, which works to bring awareness of Chinese culture and arts to the area.

Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams Street, Phoenix, 602.262.6225, phoenix.ticketforce.com, 7 p.m., $30-$100.

Festival. Featuring an artisan marketplace, costumed characters, Renaissance-styled entertainment and food, the festival draws in visitors from around the world. Looking to experience a day in the life of kings, queens, jokers and jousts? The festival runs Saturdays and Sundays through April, as well as on Presidents Day.

Arizona Renaissance Festival Grounds, 12601 E. U.S. Highway 60, Gold Canyon, 520.463.2600, arizona.renfestinfo.com, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., $15-$25.

Arizona Strong Beer Festival

FEBRUARY 10 This craft beer celebration, presented by the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, features more than 500 craft beers from 150 breweries. Over its 18 years, the festival has become known for its selection of brews, from stronger sips to unique, exclusive flavors. Your ticket gets you 40 tasting tickets to try an array of 2-ounce pours – don’t forget to bring a D.D. along for the ride.

Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602.534.4810, bit.ly/2DF3Cky, 1 p.m., $10-$100.

Street Eats Food Truck Festival

FEBRUARY 10 AND FEBRUARY 11 Hit up your favorite food truck any day of the week and you’ll be satisfied, but there isn’t a roundup that serves as many possibilities as this one. With more than 55 trucks offering their full menus, as well as $2 samples, you can fill up on tacos or save room for a grilled cheese. Either way, you’ll want a full belly as you take in the live music, eating contests and cooking classes. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.270.5000, streeteatsaz.com, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., $12-$65.

American Ninja Warrior Experience

Cellphone Photography Class

FEBRUARY 10 Learn the tricks of trade with this nature photography class aimed at smartphone users. Whether you’re a “portrait mode” pro or revert to strictly Snapchat selfies, you’re sure to get something from this class taught by Paul Valach Photography.

Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, 480.800.3000 ext. 210, butterflywonderland.com, 8:30 a.m., $20 general public and free for members.

Renaissance Festival

FEBRUARY 10 TO APRIL 1 For 30 years, chivalry has been alive and well at the Renaissance WWW.ENTERTAINERMAG.COM

FEBRUARY 10 TO FEBRUARY 11 Jump, swing and push yourself like a real American Ninja Warrior with this experience based on the hit NBC television show. With adult and kids races, participants can test their minds and bodies with an intense course featuring obstacles from the show.

University of Phoenix Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale, 623.433.7101, anwexperience. com, 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., $49$89 participants and $30 spectator.

scientist whose time machine transports a teenager and his sister to the kingdom of Dormir. Suddenly, the socially awkward Charles has to stumble his way through a quest to save 16-year-old Princess Crystalline – and the modern world – from an evil curse. The play won the 2017 East Valley Children’s Theatre’s Playwriting Contest.

Lana Del Rey

FEBRUARY 13 Known for her low voice, melancholy lyrics and cinematic sound, Lana Del Rey rose to fame after viral hits like “Video Games” and “Summertime Sadness.” She tours her fifth studio album, Lust for Life, alongside Colombian-American singer Kali Uchis.

Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2000, talkingstickresortarena.com, 8 p.m., $34.75-$94.75.

Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa, 480.644.6500, mesaartscenter.com, times vary, $15 adults and $11 for ages 17 and under.

Bryan Callen

FEBRUARY 15 TO FEBRUARY 17 Bryan Callen has his hands in a bit of everything – working as an actor, comic and podcaster. You’ve probably caught him as Coach Mellor on ABC’s The Goldbergs or heard him as the co-host on The Fighter and the Kid podcast. Callen brings his larger-than-life stand up show to Stand Up Live for a few special performances.

Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 480.719.6100, phoenix.standuplive.com, times vary, $22.

Guilty Pleasures: Lady Gaga vs. Kesha International UFO Congress

FEBRUARY 14 TO FEBRUARY 18 Researchers, academics, authors and scientists come together to share their work and insight surrounding UFOs, sightings and alien abduction. The UFO Congress, established in 1991, features more than 20 speakers, a film festival and scores of vendors each year. The convention has morning, afternoon and weekend packages.

FEBRUARY 16 This “guilty pleasures” dance party centers around all the hits you hate to love. From Lady Gaga to Kesha to Miley and Taylor, be prepared to party with the Top 40 with drink specials and DJs.

The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, 480.659.1641, thevanburenphx.com, 9 p.m., $5.

We-Ko-Pa Resort and Conference Center, 10438 N. Fort McDowell Road, Scottsdale, 480.789.5300, ufocongress. com, times vary, $39-$349.

Sips ‘N Screens: 10 Things I Hate About You

FEBRUARY 12 Julia Stiles, Heath Ledger and Joseph Gordon-Levitt take on Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew in this modern retelling of the classic. Glistening with ’90s romance and sass, the movie will be shown on the Arizona Science Center’s five-story screen. Beer, cocktails and snacks will be served before the show.

Arizona Science Center, 600 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.716.2000, azscience.org, 6 p.m., $5.

Crush Arizona

FEBRUARY 17 Feel the love with this annual Arizona electronic dance music fixture. With a line up featuring acts like Kaskade, Carnage and Getter, there’s a reason why this festival is an annual hit. Snag a general admission ticket or treat yourself with the VIP option.

Beauty and the Computer Geek FEBRUARY 15 TO FEBRUARY 25 Sleeping Beauty takes a twist with this original play about an oddball

Rawhide Western Town and Event Center, 5700 W. North Loop Road, Chandler, 480.502.5600, relentlessbeats. com, 5 p.m., $65-$99.