When it originally opened in 1990 it was called the Desert Sky Pavilion, with Billy Joel inaugurating the amphitheatre with a live performance. The Ak-Chin Pavilion has a rich history of famous performances, festivals and even names for the venue itself. The venue hosts the biggest concerts from the hottest acts all throughout the summer and regularly holds music tours.Ĭlick here for a list of the upcoming events. Ak-Chin Pavilion (Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre) is the famous amphitheatre in Phoenix, Arizona where you can see your favourite bands and musicians perform live.