‘You’re Goth, welcome to the club’: Arizona’s Goth scene is gaining prominence due to events, exposure

In recent years, the Goth scene in Arizona has gained prominence through events and festivals and evolved into an accepting space for new and older generations of Goths alike. Goth-centered artisan markets, Goth nights at clubs and Goth festivals have emerged to provide the community with opportunities to express themselves in a welcoming environment.

A patron at Stacy’s at Melrose who identified herself as Vivian Orbweaver, left, first became active in the Goth scene two years ago, and since then has found her place. Orbweaver said she "knew I was Goth because I felt it deep in my bones and couldn’t deny it.” (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News)