Great Upcoming Events

By Elizabeth Liberatore

Drive the Dream Gala
Feb. 14, The Phoenician

Known in part for its unforgettable live entertainment, Childhelp’s annual Drive the Dream Gala promises yet another night of fun for a great cause. Attendees can expect cocktails, dinner, a live auction and dancing in celebration of one of the country’s largest and oldest nonprofits dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Proceeds from the gala support life-saving programs for abused and neglected children in Arizona and nationwide, including the Childhelp Children’s Center of Arizona, which has served over 154,000 children through treatment, intervention and investigation services. 5:30 p.m. $1,250. www.childhelp.org.

Clue
Feb. 17-22, ASU Gammage

Nothing beats a murder mystery, and decades after it first entered the cultural zeitgeist, Clue remains one of the finest. With its roots as a beloved board game and hit 1985 movie, this widely performed stage show presents another take on this comedic whodunnit replete with twists and turns. Expect a high-energy affair as six mysterious guests, a butler, and a maid gather at Boddy Manor for a dinner party on a dark and stormy night. Times and prices vary. www.asugammage.com.

The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show
Feb. 21, Chandler Center for the Arts

Don’t miss the cutest show in town – the Canine Stars are a group of America’s Got Talent alumni that must be seen to be believed. Think awe-inspiring stunts, from disc catching to dancing to high-flying dives and other feats of agility, conducted by world-class dog trainers and their ultra-athletic dogs from around the world. Fun for the whole family, the show also features educational and heartwarming rescue stories that prove that underdogs can accomplish great things. 3 p.m. Youth tickets (box office only), $19; adult tickets, $28-$48. www.chandlercenter.org.

Game Changer Gala
Feb. 27, Chateau Luxe

Don black-tie attire for an impactful evening benefitting the American Cancer Society (ACS). The event will kick off with a Western-themed dinner followed by a live auction and dancing, with plenty of touching moments as the organization celebrates champions in the fight against cancer. Special recognition will be given to the 2026 Game Changer Honorees, a group of local community members who use their time and influence to advocate for people with cancer. Proceeds from this intimate gala support the ACS’s essential mission, helping provide screenings with the goal of putting an end to cancer as we know it. 5:30 p.m. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Catherine.Sebesta@cancer.org. www.gcc.acsgala.org.

Honor Ball
Feb. 28, Arizona Biltmore

With a 49-year philanthropic legacy and a glamorous, Great Gatsby-inspired theme, the Honor Ball will bring together a group of passionate community leaders in support of the local health care industry. Funds raised from the event – which will include a cocktail reception, dinner and dancing – benefit the HonorHealth Innovation Endowment. The endowment works to accelerate breakthroughs at HonorHealth’s cutting-edge medical centers while improving outcomes and enhancing the quality of care. 6 p.m. $1,000. www.honorhealthfoundation.org.

Legacy Gala
March 6, Mountain Shadows Resort

The Jones-Gordon School invites guests to an evening of connection and hope. This year’s gala will celebrate the progress made through literacy programs and the science of dyslexia education, with proceeds helping the Jones-Gordon Foundation empower dyslexic learners and promote inclusivity. In addition to an auction, the program will include a keynote speech from award-winning actor and producer Henry Winkler, whose story of resilience in his journey with dyslexia – including authoring over 50 books – is guaranteed to leave attendees feeling inspired. 6-10 p.m. $350+. www.jonesgordon.org.