Fun Phoenix Dinner Shows & Theater Shows
There's a world of delight and entertainment to be
experienced in Phoenix. There are plenty of opportunities to see great
shows, theater, comedy, movies, magic and more. We have scoured the
city for fun and excitement and have also sought out those venues
where dinner and a show are brought together for an easy night out.
Not all venues listed offer food but may include amenities like a full
bar and/or snack bar. Enjoy the many fun dinner show options to
do in Phoenix!
#1 Carnival of Illusion Theater presents the UP-CLOSE Magic Experience!
Calling all Magic lovers! Carnival of Illusion Theater partners with the trendy Downtown Renaissance Hotel to create the HOTTEST TICKET in town. Get ready for 90 minutes of high-octane Magic, Comedy, and FUN. For this up-close mind-adventure, the magician performs inches away under the scrutiny of 4 exclusive rows of lucky guests. You won't believe your eyes!We are proud to bring top sleight-of-hand artists from America’s Got Talent, Penn and Teller's Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, the Illusionist, the Vegas Strip, Broadway and MORE to the trendy Renaissance Hotel for this interactive experience... AND everyone will agree, the incredibly discounted rate of $13 for VIP parking downtown Phoenix IS Magic! Get tickets to this interactive experience at CarnivalofIllusion.com to amp up to the next level date nights, anniversaries, birthdays, and special nights out.
CARNIVAL OF ILLUSION
Carnival of Illusion is Magic, Mystery and OOOH La La, and will provide a fabulous evening as promised by those that have seen it. Imagine a vaudeville-inspired theater show with old-world magic, add a twinkling hint of 1900's Parisian humor, shake and stir for 100 minutes to fill your passport with FUN (and a bit of Skullduggery!) With a happy dose of audience participation, you are a VIP in this captivating Theater of Illusion. Bring a group of friends or visit with that special someone to see one of Arizona's TOP-RATED theater show. Carnival of Illusion is definitely worth experiencing!
TEMPE IMPROV COMEDY CLUB
Tempe Improv Comedy Club has great food, a full bar and of course comedy. Visit some great names in comedy and visit hungry. There is a large menu to choose from including appetizers, burgers, wings, entrées and salads. There is a two drink minimum in the club, so come with a little extra cash, as that is not included in the ticket price. So for a night out full of laughs, drinks, food and fun, take a trip into Tempe for some stand-up comedy.
THE DINNER DETECTIVE
Join this interactive, comedy murder mystery, dinner show for fun, food and prime crime! At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. The criminal could be just feet away, and before you know it, you could become a suspect, all while enjoying appetizers and drinks! Your ticket price includes a full dinner, murder mystery entertainment, wait staff gratuity, and much more! There is also a prize for the top sleuth. The show is geared towards adults, with a 15+ age restriction.
BARLEEN'S DINNER SHOW
At Barleen's Dinner Show, it's family fun, variety and good eats. With a variety of performers joining the Barleen's family for comedy and music, it's a mixed bag of fun and entertainment. Come for dinner and a show or choose the matinée option, and have lunch and a show instead. The menu consists of roast beef plus chicken or pork ribs...a double entree extravaganza, along with a vegetarian healthy meal option. And if you are thirsty, coffee or lemonade is included. Also for sale at the bar is beer, wine and soft drinks. So visit the website and check out their calendar for shows, dates and times. Must call to book tickets.
BLAZIN' M RANCH
Take a day trip from Phoenix or a short ride from Sedona to the Blazin' M Ranch in beautiful Verde Valley. Enjoy a great chuck wagon style dinner, complete with biscuit tossing ranch hands. Then enjoy an hour long western stage production. Arrive early to spend time in the saloon or try your hand at ropin' or shooting a real Colt 45. There's lots to do and see at the Blazin' M Ranch, and you will certainly get a taste for the Old West. The price to get in includes the dinner and the show. There is no separate fee if you wanted to do just the activities and sites or if you wanted to just do dinner.
RUSTLER'S ROOSTE
This steak house extraordinaire boasts fabulous food, an even better view and some pretty slammin' entertainment to boot. You are going to find your standard steak house fair along with some unique specialties like rattlesnake! Come early and hang out in the saloon where you can grab a thirst quenching beer, or enjoy a cocktail or wine, then stay for the live country western music. Yup, there's a slide if you don't feel like taking the stairs, and a million dollar view. If you prefer outdoor dining, their scenic patio is a must. You are going to love Rustler's Rooste.
BLACK BART'S STEAK HOUSE
If you are heading up to Flagstaff, stop into Black Bart's Steakhouse, Saloon and Musical Revue. This steakhouse has a huge menu. Everything from pasta and burgers to steak, seafood, lamb, ribs and more! There is also a separate kid's menu for those with a smaller appetite. The evening includes a musical revue, put on by the waitstaff with a variety of musical styles and songs, from Broadway to Disney, or make a request and they will do their best to accomodate it. It is a fun evening of food and music that has been going strong since 1979.
ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATER
With scores of big-name shows under their belt, this theatre has been bringing wonderful productions to audiences since 2006. Favorites such as Fiddler on the Roof and Little Shop of Horrors are just two of the worthwhile shows they've produced, along with many others that have won local theater awards. Dinner is included in the ticket price, with upgraded choices also available on the menu for a little bit extra. Looking for something to take the kids to? Their theater for young audiences has early evening and afternoon shows.
HALE CENTER THEATER
The Hale Centre Theatre has always been a family affair as the Hale family has been providing theatre to patrons since 1947. This theatre located in Glendale AZ has been providing family style entertainment since opening its doors in 2003. Here you will find all the usual favorite plays such as My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music, A Christmas Carol and Forever Plaid. They also have partnership restaurants that provide specials to their season ticket holders. This theater is unique with a stage in the round for great views everywhere.
MEDIEVAL TIMES
All the pageantry and excitement of a medieval joust, along with hand-to-hand combat, and a four course dinner (minus the silverware). Grand entertainment with knights in shining armor, horses, weapons and more. You'll enter the castle and step back in time to the 11th century. This well known entertainment package is a great place to take the whole family, especially the kids!
THE SILVER STAR THEATER
The Silver Star is a place you can bring the whole family for a wonderful buffet style dinner and a show. For one price you get dinner, salad bar and dessert and your choice of several different shows. There's everything from country, to rock n' roll, and Broadway to big band. Drinks are not included but there is a full bar and Starbucks coffee is also available. The show is a blend of live music and lots of laughs. For a fun and entertaining night out. Add to that their tiered seating and state-of-the-art sound and lighting, and you have a great evening of entertainment.
ORGAN STOP PIZZA
With its mighty Wurlitzer organ and a large menu, this is surely a one-of-a-kind dinner and a show experience. Open for dinner only (unless you book a private party), you can order pizza, pasta, sandwiches and more, as well as soft drinks, beer and wine and don't forget the ice-cream for dessert. Gluten free you say. Well they now have gluten free pizza as well. With its nearly 6,000 pipes, this organ is one of the largest in the world. The organ music is part of the dining experience, with several different musicians on staff.
STAND-UP LIVE COMEDY THEATER
See top names in comedy Thursday through Sunday nights, with other special events throughout the year. Located in downtown Phoenix with free parking for 3 hours with a validated ticket. Order from the menu or visit the Copper Blues Rock Pub Kitchen next door, where you will find over 60 beers on tap. As with other comedy clubs, there is a two drink minimum on the showroom, so don't forget to bring some cash or plastic to cover the extra cost. Maybe they think you'll laugh more if you've had a few drinks!
COPPER BLUES
Whether you want to be inside where the rockin' is happening, or outside in the more relaxed beer garden area, there is a lot to love about Copper Blues Rock Pub and Kitchen. Flavorful and creative, the food is chef inspired, or what they like to call elevated pub fare. The drink menu is curated and fresh, with some items made in-house, like their ginger beer. Lastly, their line-up of music is eclectic and upbeat. Check their website for the latest bands to be gracing the stage at Copper Blues. For an evening of dinner, drinks and entertainment, this spot is great if you still love to rock.
AMC DINE-IN THEATERS
A movie and dinner out, all in one. With comfy recliner seats and service at the push of a button, it might even be better than home. There is an extensive cocktail, beer and wine menu to order from, as well as appetizer, entree and desserts items. Choose from a variety of recent movie blockbusters, visit the bar to order a drink and kick back in comfy style in your more than spacious seat. Visit their website to buy tickets in advance, as seating is more limited than your average theater.
MYSTERY MANSION DINNER THEATER
Eat great food, solve a mystery, and have a super fun time with friends and family. It's a no-brainer when it comes to an entertaining evening out. There are several locations, and different shows to choose from. This is usually a Saturday evening event, with some Fridays sprinkled in during busy season. Be ready for tons of audience participation, a crazy cast of characters, and an amazing three course dinner. There's more to this mystery than meets the eye!Even though the heydays of dinner theater might be
gone, there are still plenty of choices for a night out that includes
great entertainment and a meal brought together in one venue. And if
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