From the Editor:
Welcome to WE NXF, The Nextgen Art of Local Discovery.
This is the time of year Phoenix lives outside.
Days are warmer, evenings linger, and the city feels alive with movement — from morning runs to sunset strolls. Residents and visitors alike are rediscovering the Valley’s open-air spaces: patios, parks, art districts, and trails.
Phoenix culture isn’t built indoors in March. It’s built outside.
— Lionel Reddick Jr.
Editor-in-Chief
The Art of Local
Local is not small.
Local is foundational.
This publication will:
• spotlight real creators and ideas in real time
• celebrate experience over promotion
• document culture before it’s labeled
This publication will not:
• recycle the obvious
• center trends detached from place
• treat Phoenix as a backdrop
We document momentum.
We value depth.
We move with purpose.
This is WE NXF.
The Art of Local.
The Pulse
Morning energy is contagious.
What’s happening: Group runs are forming along city streets, park trails, and waterfront paths.
Where you feel it: Tempe Town Lake, Encanto Park, and South Mountain trails.
Why it matters: Running groups are social, welcoming, and a great way to meet locals and visitors alike.
Join the Movement
Sunrise jogs with Phoenix Run Club
Trail runs at South Mountain Park
Galleries and street art spaces host evening strolls with music, installations, and community gatherings.
The Scout
Get to know a Phoenix creator:
Outdoor community organizer to watch.
@valleyrunnersaz — Run Community
What is it: A local run club that brings people together for weekly group runs, social meet‑ups, and themed running events. They make fitness social and fun, connecting runners of all levels with each other and the city.
Why is it worth following:
- Welcoming community vibe — runs are for all paces and experience levels
- Regular social meet‑ups before/after runs, not just the run itself
- A great way to connect with locals while staying active outdoor
The Experience
Here is a place to experience exploration, social content, and genuine local engagement:
Pop‑Up for the People — Outdoor Vendor & Community Market
Go: Saturday morning, March 21 — arrive early to browse all vendors.
Expect: Local makers, food trucks, live music, and outdoor social energy.
Vibe: Casual, welcoming, and lively — perfect for connecting with the community while enjoying spring weather.
Why go:
• Great sample of local vendors and community activities
• Great way to stroll, shop, and meet people outside
• Perfect spring weather event that combines makers, food, and culture
This event shows exactly why Phoenix lives outdoors this time of year — it’s casual, social, and local.
The Next
In our upcoming issue: Hidden Phoenix Preview — we’ll explore the city’s secrets, tucked-away spaces, hidden art, and local gems only residents know.
Stay tuned.