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DESIGN WEEK EVENTS

Phoenix Design Week is way bigger than the two-day PHXDW Conference! It’s a week full of creative events all over Arizona. Let’s keep our roots growing deeper and cultivate new connections as Phoenix Design Week 2025 continues across metro Phoenix area and Tucson – and be sure to join us for one final send-off at the official PHXDW Closing Party hosted by Artisan Colour on Friday, September 26.

Registration is now open for these events presented by community organizers and AIGA Arizona. Check them out and grab your spot now!

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Rooted After-Conference Reception

Phoenix Convention Center West 101 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Join us after Day One of the PHXDW Conference for a reception with the keynote speakers, book signings, creative activities, and fun.

$20

“Fashioners” – The Premiere

Phoenix Center for the Arts 1202 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Join us for the pilot premiere of Fashioners, where we are platforming local fashion designers, models, and creatives while elevating local clothing brands.

$25

Drink-N-Draw PHX

Parkwood Photography Studios 2212 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Drink-N-Draw is celebrating its 10 year anniversary this year! Join us for a night of creativity and community at Drink-n-Draw*! Whether you’re a doodler, a designer, or just looking to unwind, this is your space to relax, sip on your favorite drink, and meet like-minded creatives in the heart of Phoenix. Bring your own art supplies and beverage of choice, and let’s create together! No pressure, no expectations—just good vibes and great company.

Free

Art Deco Cocktail Hour

Hilton Garden Inn 15 E Monroe St, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Join members of the Art Deco Society for an evening of cocktails and connection at the former Professional Building (now, the Downtown Phoenix Hilton Garden Inn) lobby bar, Monroe’s!

Coffee with Creatives

Dialog 1001 N Central Ave Ste 110, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Join us the morning after the PHXDW conference for a casual hangout with the AIGA Arizona Board.

Free

Collab Create & Chill

Arrowhead Mall Community Room 7700 W Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale, AZ, United States

Networking & Collaboration: Connect with diverse creatives, find collaborators, and expand your professional circle.

Free

Adobe Create Now @ Phoenix Design Week

Phoenix Art Museum 1645 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Dive into an evening of creativity with Adobe during Phoenix Design Week! Join the design community for an evening of hands-on inspiration, where Adobe pros showcase the latest from Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Express, Firefly, and more. Hear from an Adobe Evangelist and standout local creatives as they share real-world tips, workflows, and creative breakthroughs to […]

Free

Autumn Equinox Creativity Ritual

The Blue Temple

A sense of release and renewal by alchemizing outdated narratives into new inspiration.

$40

Behind the Scenes at Bindtech

Bindtech 2614 North 29th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Designers & creatives — step inside the bindery and see your ideas come to life. Experience the journey of a book from sheet to finish: folding, sewing, stamping, leather work, and more.

Free

Adobe Create Now Tucson @ University of Arizona

University of Arizona 1200 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ, United States

Dive into an evening of creativity with Adobe in Tucson! Join the design community for an evening of hands-on inspiration, where Adobe pros showcase the latest from Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Express, Firefly, and more. Hear from an Adobe Evangelist and standout local creatives as they share real-world tips, workflows, and creative breakthroughs to elevate your […]

Roots + Relations

Cahokia Phoenix 707 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Join us for Cahokia PHX: Roots + Relations, a networking event designed to bring together cultural designers and local Arizona creatives for an evening of connection, collaboration, and inspiration. This gathering offers an opportunity to connect with design professionals, creative service providers, and cultural innovators, while expanding your network of contacts and opportunities.

Free

Community Crafting

Sunshine Craft Co 700 West Campbell Ave, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Designers, step away from your screens and into a creative, low-pressure space. Join us for Community Crafting—a free, drop-in weekly meetup where you can bring your own project or explore a quick, hands-on craft at our community “make table.” Coffee from the First Place truck is right outside, and good conversation is always brewing inside.

Free

Type Thursday Phoenix

Dialog 1001 N Central Ave Ste 110, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Type Thursday PHX is where Arizona’s creative community comes together to share and discuss in-progress design work related to typography. As part of Phoenix Design Week 2025, we're inviting creatives of all levels to join us for a night of typography exploration, honest feedback, and connection. Our signature TypeCrit format provides presenters with the opportunity to share in-progress work and receive constructive feedback from a room full of peers, whether you're refining a typeface, testing a layout, or refining a brand system.

$15

CreativeMornings Phoenix: “Blossom” with Gary Guerin

Kiln Biltmore 1801 E Camelback Rd, Suite 201, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Join us for free breakfast and networking! Gary Guerin, Phoenix-based floral and event designer, will speak on the global theme “Blossom.” Gary is a visionary creative leader redefining the modern floral business. As Founder and Creative Director of STEM SWAG, a nationally recognized floral and event design company based in Phoenix, Gary has spent the past eight years merging high-concept creativity with fresh, inclusive approaches to retail and event florals.

Free

Brunch Club – The After Party

Phoenix CreativeMornings is trying an experiment—brunch after the event! We’d love for you to join.

Tucson Design Social: Happy Hour at Westbound

Westbound in the MSA Annex 267 South Avenida del Convento #12, Tucson, AZ, United States

Join fellow creatives for a laid-back happy hour hosted by Julie Bonner and Chris Carls at Westbound! This casual meetup is a chance to connect, share ideas, and celebrate Arizona’s creative community during PHXDW 2025. Expect good vibes, great conversations, and a chill desert setting. Come as you are—let’s toast to design, desert style.

Free

PHXDW Closing Party hosted by Artisan Colour

Artisan Colour 8970 East Bahia Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Rooted in Craft, Growing in Possibility: Print is far from fading; it’s thriving, evolving, and more impactful than ever. Just like strong roots feed a tree’s growth, the traditions of print fuel bold new ideas in design. We celebrate the timeless artistry, tactile power, and enduring connection that only ink, paper, and craftsmanship can deliver. […]

Free

Culture in the Cut: Art from the Everyday

BGBG Collective Phoenix, AZ, United States

Join multidisciplinary artist Cazoshay Marie for a hands-on workshop using upcycled & unconventional materials to create bold, unique pieces.

$30

Times and dates subject to change, check online for most current information. This calendar of Design Week Events listing is offered as a courtesy to the creative community. Attendance at any of these events is at your own risk. AIGA Arizona bears no responsibility, financial or otherwise, for the organization or content of the events listed unless specifically stated as “presented by AIGA Arizona.”