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Things to do with friends in Phoenix, AZ

What are fun things to do with friends in Phoenix?

We checked 52 real places in Phoenix, AZ from OpenStreetMap, including 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+) and 8 sights. Squad Plan's three day plans below draw on these places, and your group can vote on the one you like best.

Last updated 2026-10-14

We found 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+), 8 sights, 4 parks and outdoor spots, 8 game spots, 8 sports venues and 8 places to shop in Phoenix, from OpenStreetMap map data.

Three ready-made day plans

Costs are rough estimates per person in US dollars. Check hours and prices before you go.

Plan A

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center to Federico's Bar & Pool Hall

Slow pace, good food, plenty of time to talk. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center

    3131 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Dobbins Creek Community Park

    South Mountain, Phoenix, Arizona

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Hibachi City Buffet

    3414 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at Norterra 14

    2550 West Happy Valley Road, Phoenix, AZ 85085

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at Mustangs

    East Virginia Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 82158

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse Grandma’s Farm

    8888 South 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Pho Bowl

    5185 West Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ 85339

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Federico's Bar & Pool Hall

    821 East Broadway Road, Phoenix, AZ 85040

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan B

Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum to Club Placebo

A fuller day of sights and new places. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum

    1502 West Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Southern Hills Community Park

    South Mountain, Phoenix, Arizona

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Pho Bowl

    5185 West Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ 85339

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Veterans Memorial Coliseum

    1826 West McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85009

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Market Monarca

    602 West Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ 85041

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Catch a show at Irene P. Flynn Theater

    East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Tortas Paquimé

    7277 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85042

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Club Placebo

    119 West McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85003

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan C

Phoenix Police Museum to Six Byrd Cider Co

High energy from start to finish. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Phoenix Police Museum

    West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Tierra Montana Encore Community Park

    Laveen, Phoenix, Arizona

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Tortas Paquimé

    7277 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85042

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at Bowlero Christown

    1919 West Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ 85015

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at Maryvale Pool

    West Campbell Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85031

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse Marvel on McDowell

    East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Yogis Grill

    2156 East Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Six Byrd Cider Co

    3619 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    $12–30 (estimate)

Family friendly things to do in Phoenix

Real places in Phoenix for a day out with kids.

  1. Visit Arizona Science Center

    A good first stop for a family day. Check the hours before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)600 East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  2. Visit Farmland Park

    Free to visit, with room to run around. Bring snacks and water.

    FreeEstrella, Phoenix, Arizona
  3. Eat at Hibachi City Buffet

    A sit-down meal for the whole family. Call ahead for a big group.

    $12–20 (estimate)3414 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041
  4. Go to Bowlero

    Mini golf, bowling and arcades are easy for kids. Check the hours before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)North 73rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85033
  5. Go to Harkins Christown 14

    Movies, games or bowling for a rainy or hot afternoon. Check showtimes and hours first.

    $15–30 (estimate)1620 West Montebello Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85015
  6. Snack stop at Dutch Bros. Coffee

    A quick stop for drinks and a snack between activities.

    $8–18 (estimate)3215 East Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85048

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Date night ideas in Phoenix

Real places in Phoenix for two people, with a rough cost per person.

  1. Coffee at Starbucks

    Short, cheap, and easy to make longer if it goes well.

    $8–18 (estimate)6124 South 35th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041
  2. Walk through Dobbins Creek Community Park

    Free, and easy to talk while you walk side by side.

    FreeSouth Mountain, Phoenix, Arizona
  3. Look around Heard Museum

    Something to look at together, so there is always something to talk about.

    Free to $25 (estimate)2301 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  4. Play a round at Lucky Strike Lanes and Lounge

    Something to do together, so you are not just making small talk across a table.

    $15–30 (estimate)50 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  5. Dinner at Hibachi City Buffet

    Pick a table where you can talk, and share a few dishes if you both like that.

    $20–40 (estimate)3414 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041
  6. Drinks at People Pizza Pub (21+)

    One drink, then decide together if the night keeps going.

    $12–30 (estimate)1326 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004

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Things to do with a large group in Phoenix

Real places in Phoenix for a group of 10 or more people.

  1. Bowling at AMF Union Hills Lanes

    Teams take turns, so everyone stays in the game. Book lanes ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)3424 West Union Hills Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85027
  2. Play at AMC Arizona Center 24

    Ask about group rates and book ahead before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)465 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  3. Park time at Dobbins Creek Community Park

    Bring a ball, a frisbee or lawn games. Free, and easy to split into smaller groups.

    FreeSouth Mountain, Phoenix, Arizona
  4. Dinner at Hibachi City Buffet

    Book ahead for a big table, and ask if they can seat your group together.

    $20–40 (estimate)3414 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041
  5. Drinks at Anvil (21+)

    Only for groups where everyone is 21+. Ask about a reserved table for a big party.

    $12–30 (estimate)2424 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016

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Weekend in Phoenix with friends

A two-day plan of real places in Phoenix, from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.

  1. Saturday morning: Dorrance DOME

    Start the day with a museum, gallery or other sight. Check opening days before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)600 East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  2. Saturday lunch: Hibachi City Buffet

    Sit down together for lunch. Book ahead if the group is big.

    $12–20 (estimate)3414 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041
  3. Saturday afternoon: Dobbins Creek Community Park

    Free, and easy to split up and meet again. Good for a walk between stops.

    FreeSouth Mountain, Phoenix, Arizona
  4. Saturday night: Strand Urban Italian (21+)

    A drink or two to end the day. Everyone needs to be 21 or older.

    $12–30 (estimate)2 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  5. Sunday morning: coffee at Scooter's Coffee

    A slow start for the last day. Quick, cheap, and easy to fit a group in.

    $8–18 (estimate)1575 East Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042
  6. Sunday afternoon: Norterra 14

    Bowling, an arcade or a movie. Something to do together before heading home.

    $15–30 (estimate)2550 West Happy Valley Road, Phoenix, AZ 85085

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Birthday ideas for adults in Phoenix

Real places in Phoenix for a birthday the whole group will show up for.

  1. Birthday dinner at Hibachi City Buffet

    Book a table for the whole group and let the birthday person order first.

    $20–40 (estimate)3414 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041
  2. Play at Norterra 14

    Something to do together beats only sitting and talking. Book ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)2550 West Happy Valley Road, Phoenix, AZ 85085
  3. Drinks at Rhythm Room (21+)

    Finish the night with a round on the group for the birthday person.

    $12–30 (estimate)1019 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014
  4. Visit Sahuaro Central Museum

    A low-key daytime start before dinner, good for a smaller group.

    Free to $25 (estimate)North 43rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85310
  5. Picnic at Dobbins Creek Community Park

    Bring a cake and some snacks. Free, and nobody has to shout over music.

    FreeSouth Mountain, Phoenix, Arizona

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Things to do with friends under 21 in Phoenix

Real places in Phoenix for a group where some friends are under 21.

  1. Play at Norterra 14

    Games or fun for the group. Call ahead if the group is big.

    $15–30 (estimate)2550 West Happy Valley Road, Phoenix, AZ 85085
  2. See a movie at Harkins Christown 14

    Check showtimes first, and pick a film the whole group can agree on.

    $15–30 (estimate)1620 West Montebello Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85015
  3. Get active at Perry Pool

    Play, swim or work out together. Some places need a pass or booking, so call first.

    $10–25 (estimate)East Windsor Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85008
  4. Coffee or a snack at Dutch Bros. Coffee

    A cheap place to sit and hang out. Order something small and stay a while.

    $8–18 (estimate)3215 East Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85048
  5. Eat at Hibachi City Buffet

    Order a few dishes to share to keep the bill down. Check the menu online first.

    $12–20 (estimate)3414 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041
  6. Hang out at Dobbins Creek Community Park

    Free to visit. Bring a ball or a frisbee if you want to play.

    FreeSouth Mountain, Phoenix, Arizona

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Places in Phoenix

Places to eat

Bars and nightlife (21+)

Sights

Parks and outdoor spots

Game spots

Sports venues

Places to shop

How much does a day out with friends cost in Phoenix?

Across the three day plans above, a day out with friends in Phoenix costs about $69 to $210 per person, from the lowest plan to the highest. Each total adds up the typical price of its stops, so treat it as a rough estimate and check prices before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What can a group do in Phoenix for free?

Free places on our list include Dobbins Creek Community Park, Southern Hills Community Park and Tierra Montana Encore Community Park. Plans also leave time to wander around town at no cost.

Where can friends eat in Phoenix?

Good places to start are Dutch Bros. Coffee, Hibachi City Buffet and Pho Bowl. The day plans above include food stops from this list.

What is there to see in Phoenix?

Sights on our list include Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, Dorrance DOME and Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum. The full list is in the places section below.

What are good things to do with kids in Phoenix?

Try visit Arizona Science Center, visit Farmland Park and eat at Hibachi City Buffet. Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good date night ideas in Phoenix?

Try coffee at Starbucks, walk through Dobbins Creek Community Park and look around Heard Museum. Start small with coffee or a walk, and save dinner for when it is going well.

What are good things to do with a large group in Phoenix?

Try bowling at AMF Union Hills Lanes, play at AMC Arizona Center 24 and park time at Dobbins Creek Community Park. Book ahead for a group this size, and send the link so everyone can vote on the plan.

What can friends do on a weekend in Phoenix?

Try saturday morning: Dorrance DOME, saturday lunch: Hibachi City Buffet and saturday afternoon: Dobbins Creek Community Park. Every stop is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good birthday ideas for adults in Phoenix?

Try birthday dinner at Hibachi City Buffet, play at Norterra 14 and drinks at Rhythm Room (21+). Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What can friends under 21 do together in Phoenix?

Try play at Norterra 14, see a movie at Harkins Christown 14 and get active at Perry Pool. Every idea here is a real mapped place. Costs are rough estimates.

Can Squad Plan make a custom plan for Phoenix?

Yes. Pick the city, your group and the vibe, and Squad Plan gives you three plans your friends can vote on. It is free for 5 plans a week.

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