What’s on for singles
Events through the year that make an easy first or second date.
Las Noches de las Luminarias
The Desert Botanical Garden lights its paths for Las Noches de las Luminarias from 5 to 9:30 p.m. on Nov. 27 to 29, and select nights in December through Jan. 3. It is ticketed.
Source: Desert Botanical Garden, checked 8 November 2026
Cactus League spring training
Spring training 2027 begins on Feb. 19, with all 30 teams playing across Arizona's Cactus League and Florida's Grapefruit League. A sunny afternoon game makes an easy date.
Source: MLB: 2027 Spring Training schedule announced, checked 8 November 2026
Monsoon season
Monsoon storms roll in from around July. Watch them from somewhere safe, and stay away from washes and flooded roads.
Source: National Park Service: Saguaro visitor center information, checked 8 November 2026