March Events 2019
Arizona Calendar of Eventswww.VisitArizona.com
Marjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 [email protected]
1PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Talking Stick Resort
Arena. Game of the National Basketball Association. Theme night:
Dos EquisLatin Night. 7 pm. https://www.nba.com/suns/
1PHOENIX: Rockin Taco Rumble Events on Jackson. Sample every,
single, delicious, taco from 15 local taco makers and be sure to
vote for your favorite in the Peoples Choice competition. Guests
will also enjoy local craft beer and spirits, live music and
desserts. $45-55. 6 pm. https://www.rockintacorumble.com/
1PRESCOTT VALLEY: Northern Arizona Suns vs. Oklahoma City Blue
Prescott Valley Event Center. Part of the National Basketball
Association or NBA G League the NBAs official minor league. 7 pm.
https://northernarizona.gleague.nba.com/
1WICKENBURG: Bar D Wranglers Del. E. Webb Center for the
Performing Arts. Colorado troubadours take you on a nostalgic ride
with traditional Western music, cowboy poetry, and humorous tall
tales. $28+. 7:30 pm. 928-684-6624 or https://dewpac.org/
1-2CASA GRANDE: 61st Annual Cactus Fly-In - Casa Grande
Municipal Airport. The premier event for antique airplanes in
Arizona. Come check out a host of unique aircraft, learn something
new during forum presentations, and mingle with folks who enjoy
history and the machines that flew us to the present! Hosted by the
Arizona Antique Aircraft Association, with emphasis placed on
aircraft of yesteryear. 8 am. $10-$20 requested.
http://www.cactusflyin.org H x
1-3CAREFREE: 24th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival -
Downtown. A collector's paradise, more than 165 juried world-class
artists displaying more than 5,000 original pieces of artwork in a
variety of mediums, also featuring first class wines from all over
the world, live musical entertainment, surrounding specialty shops,
boutiques, restaurants, and outdoor cafs. $3. 10 am - 5 pm.
480-837-5637 or http://www.thunderbirdartists.com H
1-3FOUNTAIN HILLS: 8th Annual Tour DArtistes Studio Tour and
Sale The artists open their private studios or homes inviting you
to take part in the arts. Be sure to talk to the artists and ask
question about their tools and creative processes. This tour is a
great opportunity to show your support and purchase fine art
directly from theartists. Free. 10 am 4 pm.
http://www.fountainhillsartleague.com/tour/tourinfo.html H
1-3GLENDALE: Annual Big Maricopa County Home & Landscape
Show State Farm Stadium. 1000 exhibit spaces with home improvement
companies, interior designers vignettes, specialty products garden
pavilion, ask the experts, landscape display, boutique products
marketplace, seminars on remodeling/decorating & gardening,
prize drawings. $8. Fri-Sat 10 am 6 pm, Sun 10 am 5 pm.
602-485-1691 or http://www.MaricopaCountyHomeShows.com
1-3LAKE HAVASU CITY: 17th Annual Bluegrass at the Beach
Bluegrass Music Festival Lake Havasu State Park, Lot 4. Festival
featuring bands throughout the day, workshops, arts and crafts,
vendors, kids zone, food and beer garden, camping available for the
weekend at the festival, Fri-Sat 10 am - 6:30 pm, Sun 10 am - 5 pm.
209-785-4693 or
https://golakehavasu.com/event/bluegrass-on-the-beach-music-festival/
1-3LAKE HAVASU CITY: World Off-Road Championship Series:
Motorcycles Weekend - Crazy Horse Campgrounds. WORCS racing to
crown the best amateur and professional off-road riders in the
United States on both motorcycles and ATVs, riders conquer lagoon
jumps, hard-core turns and a tough race course along the shores of
Lake Havasu. 435-635-1597 or
https://golakehavasu.com/event/world-off-road-championship-series-motorcycles-weekend/
1-3MESA: Shen Yun Performing Arts 2019 - Mesa Theater. Sen Yun
invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China.
Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical
Chinese dance, and see legends come to life. Shen Yun makes this
possible by pushing the boundaries of the performing arts, with a
unique blend of stunning costuming, high-tech backdrops, and an
orchestra like no other. Be prepared for a theatrical experience
that will take your breath away! $80-150. 7:30 pm.
https://www.shenyun.com/mesa H
1-3MESA: Wings Over Arizona: Giant Scale Model Aircraft Air Show
- Superstition Air Park Arizona. This event features giant scale
radio control aircraft including Aerobatic, warbirds, jets and
helicopters. We provide a safe, family friendly venue for anyone
that wants to watch or fly these types of model aircraft We will
have over 50 pilots with 100 aircraft on display. $6/car. 8 am.
http://wingsaz.com/
1-3PHOENIX: 16th Annual McDowell Mountain Music Festival
Margaret T. Hance Park. Eclectic music festival with a unique
mixture of musical acts including bluegrass, reggae, jazz, and
rock, as well as local band representation, food trucks, Kid's
Zone, vendor marketplace, and beer garden, 100% of proceeds go to
three local charities, $45-200, noon - 11 pm. 602-343-0453 or
http://www.mmmf.net H y
1-3PHOENIX: American Theatre Guild Presents Evita Orpheum
Theatre. Follow the rise of ambitious Eva Peron as she becomes the
beloved iconic Argentinian First Lady, worshiped by many. EVITA
combines Latin music, pop, jazz and musical theatre styles that
have captivated audiences for more than 40 years.
https://phoenix.ticketforce.com/?venue=1
1-3PHOENIX: Silent Night Symphony Hall. It is 1914 and Europe
has descended into darkness. On Christmas Eve, British, French, and
German soldiers agree to a truce across the trenches. On that
silent night, 100,000 soldiers briefly put aside their weapons and
met one another face-to-face in no-mans-land. Based on inspiring
true events, this Pulitzer Prize-winning opera explores the human
cost of war, and the ultimate price of peace. Sung in five
languages with a sumptuous score. 7:30 & 2 pm.
https://www.azopera.org/performances/silent-night
1-3TUCSON: Monster Jam Tucson Arena. One huge night of intense
concoction of color, light, sound, demolition, and speed
surrounding the worlds best monster trucks and drivers who employ
the latest technology that will provide a spectacle of rock and
roar that will bring you to your feet, see the circuit's favorite
monster trucks unforgettable high-octane warriors, gates open at 6
pm and noon.
https://www.monsterjam.com/en-US/events/tucson-az/mar-01-2019-mar-03-2019
1-9MESA: Top Girls Mesa Community College. Marlene has been
promoted and is celebrating. The symbolic luncheon is attended by
women in legend or history who offer perspective on maternity and
ambition. In a time warp, these ladies are also her co-workers,
clients, and relatives. Marlene, like her famous guests, has had to
pay a price to ascend from proletarian roots to the executive
suite: she has become figuratively speaking, a male oppressor, and
coaches female clients on adopting odious male traits. $9-15.
480-461-7172 or
https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/event/2019-03/top-girls
1-17MESA: Hello Dolly! Mesa Arts Center. Musical from the
classic era of big production numbers that tells the story of Dolly
Levi, a strong-willed matchmaker, looking to find a match for the
miserly "well-known unmarried half-a-millionaire" Horace
Vandergelder. Along the way she persuades his niece, the nieces
intended, and his two shop clerks to have an adventure in
NYC.$28-34. 480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/resident-companies/hello-dolly
1-31SUPERIOR: Wildflower Walk Boyce Thompson Arboretum.
Wildflower Walks are held each Friday and Saturday at 1 pm
throughout the entire month of March. Rain or shine, we celebrate
wildflowers every spring here at BTA tour guide Kris Fridholm will
point out unusual flowering plants such as Marah gilensis (wild
cucumber) along with prettier penstemons on guided walks. 1 pm.
602-827-3000 or http://www.btarboretum.org/events-calendar
2AJO: 19th Annual Sonoran Shindig A Celebration of the Desert
Ajo Plaza Park. Sponsored by the Cabeza Prieta Natural History
Association and held in Ajos historic town plaza, the bi-annual
Sonoran Shindig will feature Ballet Folklorico, dancing, music,
local food, local crafts and souvenirs, a farmers market, tours of
Childs Mountain, and none other than the famous Coyote Howling
Contest! Free. 9 am 2 pm.
http://www.sonorancc.com/calendar/2019/3/2/sonoron-shindig H x
2MESA: DT Mesa Fest (Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts) A free
event featuring unique artistic creations, music, food and fun for
the whole family. Features the work of established and emerging
artists. Music provided by Peggy and Tim. 10 am 4 pm.
http://www.dtmesafest.com
2PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. L.A. Lakers Talking Stick Resort
Arena. Game of the National Basketball Association. Theme
night:BEAT L.A. Placards courtesy of Prisma (first 10,000 fans). 7
pm. https://www.nba.com/suns/
2PHOENIX: Dancing with the Stars Live: A Night to Remember
Comerica Theatre. https://livenation.csom
2PHOENIX: Mimosas & Monet Art Classes on the Patio: Desert
Agave Hermosa Inn. A morning of entertaining art instruction while
sipping mimosas on the patio.From enthusiastic beginners to
emerging professionals, The Hermosa Inns Artist-in-Residence,
Carrie Curran, will teach guests how to gracefully handle acrylic
on canvas and guide them on an artistic journey to create their
very own masterpiece. 9:30 am.
https://www.hermosainn.com/event-registration
2PHOENIX: 17th Annual Melrose on 7th Avenue Street Fair and
Chester's Classic Car Show Features more than 200 local and
independent artisans, a Kids Zone, food from local food trucks,
live music and a local craft beer garden. Phoenix Metropolitan
Men's Chorus opens the show and additional entertainers through the
day. Chesters Classic Car Show promises more than 200 vintage
automobiles. Free. 11 am 5 pm. https://m7streetfair.com/ y
2PHOENIX: The PettyBreakers Celebrity Theatre. The PettyBreakers
have been called The ultimate tribute to Tom Petty and the
Heartbreakers. Tom Pettys hits have defined rock radio since the
seventies, and he never stopped writing great music. $20-35.
https://www.celebritytheatre.com/
2SCOTTSDALE: 7th Annual Scottsdale Giant Race Presented By
Alaska Airlines 10K & 5K Run/Walk Scottsdale Stadium. Make the
most of your Spring Training experience by running the Scottsdale
Giant Race before the Giants take on the Texas Rangers. 10K and 5K
distances are available and all racers will get to finish on
thefield andearn an exclusive finisher medal, race tee and
unforgettable experience.7 am. http://race-sfgiants.com/ H x
2SONOITA: Old Pueblo Endurance Runs - A 25-mile loop course on
forest service roads and trails through the southeastern part of
the Santa Rita Mountains (part of the Arizona Trail), elevation
ranges between 5142 and 6232, starting and finishing at Kentucky
Camp. Run 25, 50 or 75 miles. 6 am. 520-401-2112 or
https://oldpueblo50.com/
2TUCSON: 2019 ACTC Tree Festival & Climbing Championship
Reid Park. The Arizona Community Tree Council hosts a day of fun
for the whole family. Arizona arborists will participate in a tree
climbing competition throughout the day that is designed to
simulate the challenges they face in their daily work. Festival
goers can watch the competition while perusing booths, food trucks
and fun family activities. Free. 8 am - 5 pm. 602-354-3023 or
https://www.aztrees.org/ H
2WICKENBURG: Dave Stamey Desert Caballeros Western Museum. Dave
Stamey has been a cowboy, a mule packer, a dude wrangler, and is
now one of the most popular Western entertainers working today. He
has been voted seven times Entertainer of the Year, seven times
Male Performer of the Year and five times Songwriter of the Year by
the Western Music Association, and received the Will Rogers Award
from the Academy of Western Artists. 7 pm.
https://westernmuseum.org/
2YUMA: Field to Feast Tours Led by local growers,
theseagri-culinary tours featurea field working orientation, a
u-pick session at the University of Arizona's research farm, and a
fresh lunch servedby Arizona Western Collegeculinary students. $55
per person includes transportation, lunch, and take-home produce.
Specific dates and advance reservations required.
http://www.visityuma.com/visit-yuma-tours.html
2-3MESA: 53rd Annual Apache Junction Rock & Gem Show -
Skyline High School. We have rocks and gems, jewelry, fossils,
minerals jewelry supplies, rare and unusual crystals from vendors
all over the state. We have food service, raffles and the best
silent auction in the state plus activities for all ages. Benefit a
scholarship fund for local students. $1-3, under 12 free. Sat 9 am-
5 pm, Sun 10 am 4 pm. https://www.ajrockclub.com
2-3AVONDALE: Tres Rios Nature Festival Meridian Wildlife Area.
Tres Rios Nature Festival is atwo-dayevent in the spring. This free
outdoor festival showcasesthe rich diversity of wildlife habitat,
history and culture of the Gila River drainage, which is made up of
the Gila, Salt and Agua Fria Rivers. From guided bird tours,
canoeing on the river, archery, fishingand learning about Southwest
wildlife, there is something for everyone during thebest time of
year to enjoy the Arizona weather! Free. Sat 10 am 7:30 pm, Sun 10
am 4 pm. 623-333-2400 or http://tresriosnaturefestival.com/
2-3ELGIN: 8th Annual Southeast Arizona Wine Growers Festival
Kief-Joshua Vineyards. Featuring 20 local wineries, live musical
performances, and local vendors from art and jewelry to food and
beverage, attendees can spend the weekend sample some of Arizonas
finest vintages! $30 includes a souvenir wine glass and 10 wine
sampling tickets. 11 am 5 pm. 520-455-5582 or
http://www.kj-vineyards.com
2-3GLENDALE: 30th Annual Folk & Heritage Festival Sahuaro
Historical Park. Performers from folk and bluegrass music to cowboy
poetry and storytelling, historic site tours, free kids crafts and
workshops by accomplished entertainers, country, blues, cowboy, and
old-time music. Free. 10 am - 5 pm. 623-930-4200 or
http://glendaleaz.com H
2-3MESA: Rubber Stamp Show Mesa Convention Center. Classes,
lectures, booth demonstrations, door prizes all day. Annual Rubber
stamp show hosted by the Arizona Federation of Stamp
Clubs.480-644-2178 or http://rubberstampevents.com/
2-3PARKER: 34th Anniversary Parker International Marathon IWSRA
Ski Races Blue Water Casino, water ski racing, marathon events
range between 35 to 65 miles in length with a Mini Marathon running
approximately 25 miles. 928 669-6511 or http://www.nwsra.net/
2-3PHOENIX: 55th Annual Phoenix Scottish Games Steele Indian
School Park. Featuring full highland pageantry with pipes &
drums, highland dancers, athletics, Celtic bands, gathering of the
clans, a variety of live entertainment, interactive displays and
athletic events. $17-20. Sat 9 am - 7 pm, Sun 9 am 4 pm.
602-431-0095 or http://www.arizonascots.com H y
2-3PHOENIX: Heard Museum Guild 61st Annual Indian Fair &
Market - Features more than 600 of the nation's top Native American
artists, lively music and dance performances & a variety of
Native foods including posole, Hopi piki bread and fry bread.
$10-20, Sat 9:30 am - 5 pm, Sun 9:30 am - 4 pm. 602-252-8840 or
http://www.heard.org/fair H y
2-3TEMPE: 2nd Annual Innings Festival Tempe Beach Park. A
cant-miss celebration for music lovers, culinary enthusiasts and
passionate baseball fans. Cactus League fans, locals and visitors
alike will experience 3 stages and more than 20 rock, pop and
Alt-country artists at Tempe Beach Park.
http://www.inningsfestival.com
2-3TUCSON: 11th Annual Tucson Festival of Books UofA campus. A
celebration of reading and literacy, sponsored by the Arizona Daily
Star in association with The University of Arizona, including 15
stage areas and visits by an estimated 400 authors and 200
exhibitors. 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. 520-621-2426 or
http://www.tucsonfestivalofbooks.org
2-10SCOTTSDALE: Arizona Sun Country Circuit Quarter Horse Show
WestWorld. One of the top ten American Quarter Horse shows in the
nation, this circuit is full of six shows including three youth
shows, all events are offered in English & Western jumping,
more than 36 states, Canada, Germany and England compete,
competition for more than $200,000 in awards & prize money,
vendors for shopping. Free. 8 am - 6 pm. 623-419-6318 or
http://www.suncircuit.com H y
3MARANA: A Taste of the Wild: The Marana Wild Foods Gastronomy
Tour - Exclusive tastings, including gourmet wild crafted foods
from Bean Tree Farm, Catalina Brewing Company, and Button Brew
House. Visit one archaeology site related to ancient foodways. 9:30
am 1:30 pm. https://www.discovermarana.org/gastronomy-tour/
3MESA: North Dakota Picnic in Arizona Red Mountain Park. A
gathering of current and former North Dakotans who now live either
permanently or temporarily in Arizona, the North Dakota Picnic in
Arizona is a wonderful opportunity for former friends and neighbors
to get together. There will be a live band and vendor booths as
well as food trucks available. $5. 10 am 2:30 pm. 701-222-8349 or
https://ndcf.net/learn/nd-picnic.html H
3ORACLE: Oracle Chamber Music Festival Concerts featuring
Jennifer Waleczek Oracle Center for the Arts. This Signature Series
Concert will feature Czech music by Smetana, Martinu, Dvorak, and
Janacek performed by Jennifer Waleczek and friends.$30. 4 pm.
https://www.oraclepianosociety.org/
3-9WICKENBURG: National Team Roping Finals - Approximately 900
contestants will rope at 10:00 a.m. throughout the course of six
days with a total payout of close to $1 million in prize money.
There are three roping that the champion team will each receive
$100,000.https://outwickenburgway.com/
4PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. Milwaukee Bucks Talking Stick Resort
Arena. Game of the National Basketball Association. 7 pm.
https://www.nba.com/suns/
5PHOENIX: Justin Timberlake The Man of the Woods Tour Talking
Stick Resort Arena. https://livenation.com
5WICKENBURG: Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Del. E. Webb
Center for the Performing Arts. The 60th anniversary tour of the
London-based chamber orchestra will include pieces by Mozart, Bach
and Haydn. $55+. 7:30 pm. 928-684-6624 or https://dewpac.org/
5YUMA: Savor Yuma Culinary Tours A progressive dining
experience. Hop aboard the bus as we cruise from eatery to eatery,
sampling flavors found throughout the city. From taco trucks to
iconic Yuma restaurants, and possibly a few hidden gems, we mix up
the itinerary to ensure no two tours are the same. $60, advance
reservations required, http://www.visityuma.com/tours.html
5-10MESA: Stomp Mesa Arts Center. Matchboxes, brooms, garbage
cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats
at STOMP, the inventive and invigorating stage show thats dance,
music and theatrical performance blended together in one
electrifying rhythm.$26-66. 480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/stomp
6MESA: Stay Dangerous The Tour Mesa Amphitheatre. $42.50-125.
6:30 pm. 480-644-2560 or https://mesaamp.com
6PHOENIX: Hellraising, Heroic and Hidden Women of the Old West
Pueblo Grande Museum. Do you know the names of the women who helped
settle the West?Join Jana Bummersbach to find out who they were.
Although history tries to tell us ONLY men settled the Old West,
that is shattered by Janas verbal tour through some of the amazing
women who made all the difference. Free. 6:30 pm.
http://www.pueblogrande.org/
6PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. New York Talking Stick Resort Arena.
Game of the National Basketball Association. Theme night:Pride
Night. 7 pm. https://www.nba.com/suns/
6TUCSON: The Fitzgeralds Sea of Glass Center for the Arts.
Award-winning, high-energy fiddling step dancing sibling band from
Canada. $29-25. 7 pm. http://theseaofglass.org
6-10PEORIA: Westbrook Village Players presents Play On!
Westbrook Village, Vistas Recreation Center. Laugh-out-loud theatre
production of a theater group desperately trying to put on a play
despite the maddening interference of the playwright who can never
stop rewriting. Act I is a rehearsal of the dreadful
play-with-in-the-play; Act II is the disastrous dress rehearsal;
Act III is the opening night performance in which everything goes
wrong. Table seating. Come early and bring your own snacks. $15. 7
& 2 pm. 623-566-6178 or http://www.WestbrookVillagePlayers.org
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6-31PHOENIX: Airness Phoenix Theatre. A newbie to the world of
competitive air guitar, Nina thinks itll be a cinch to take home a
win. The air guitar community is tight-knit and die-hard, but they
decide to pitch in and teach Nina the ins and outs of their craft.
With the help of Shreddy, Golden Thunder, and Facebender, Nina
learns that theres much more to this art form than just playing
pretend. Shell have to go all in and let go of her inhibitions.
https://www.phoenixtheatre.com/airness
7PARKER: "Taste of Parker" - Downtown Parker. Experience
Parker's best restaurants and culinary experts that come together
for a night of fun, food tasting, and help local community charity.
http://www.parkeraz.org/
7PHOENIX: Tiffany Jenkins: This Show is Awkward AF Orpheum
Theatre. Tiffany Jenkins: This Show Is Awkward AF is the
opportunity to spend some quality time with Tiffany as she shares
stories not-previously covered in her book and blog, as well as
answer audience questions in a candid evening full of humor,
compassion, and friends.7:30 pm.
https://phoenix.ticketforce.com/
7WICKENBURG: Neil Bergs 50 Years of Rock & Roll Del. E. Webb
Center for the Performing Arts. A retrospective of song and dance
spanning five decades, featuring hits from the genre that changed
music forever. $40+. 7:30 pm. 928-684-6624 or
https://dewpac.org/
7-9PARKER: La Paz County Fair See What the Buzz is All About -
4-H exhibits, numerous rides, motorcross race, food, beer garden,
fine arts, 4H projects, petting zoo and much more. $8-25.
928-669-8100 http://parkerareatourism.com or
http://www.lapazcountyfair.org/ H y
7-10SCOTTSDALE: 66th Annual Parada Del Sol Rodeo - WestWorld.
Rodeos, major dances, concerts, live country western music, and
children's activities. Friday & Saturday 1 & 7 pm, Sunday 2
pm. 480-990-3179 or http://www.paradadelsol.org H
8AVONDALE: Gatorade Pole Day ISM Raceway. TicketGuardian 500
NASCAR Weekend kicks off on Friday, March 8, 2019 with Gatorade
Pole Day. Don't miss practice sessions for both the Monster Energy
NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series before the starting
line-up is set for the TicketGuardian 500.
http://www.ismraceway.com/Events/Spring-Race-Weekend.aspx
8MESA: A Sacred Mosaic First United Methodist Church. Mosaic,
the art of assembling colored pieces of glass or stone to create an
image or design, has been used to depict stories of faith and the
spirit for centuries. The Chorale will give life to its own mosaic
with some of the jewels of the past 500 years of sacred song set in
place by the rich and powerful music of Mendelssohn, Durufl,
Eenvalds, Wilberg, and more. $18-20. 7:30 pm.
https://sonorandesertchorale.org/
8PHOENIX: Tartanic Irish Cultural Center. In kilts and
sunglasses, Tartanic gives a barrage of sound from not one but two
highland bagpipes. Also, 2 percussionists, 2 smokin dancers, 8
drums, 6 drones, 18 notes, fast fingers, high comedy, flying
bagpipes, taste-defying stunts, and scorching hot music played at
over 120 beats per minute with driving speed and high-volume, all
brought to you by 4 men without pants and 2 talented lassies!
$20-30. https://www.azirish.org/concerts/
8PRESCOTT: Go Now! The Music of The Moody Blues Elks Theatre.
Gordy Marshall along withMick Wilson(lead singer of 10cc), have
brought together some of the very best singers and instrumentalists
in the country to create the ultimate tribute to the greatest
classic rock band of ageneration. $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or
http://www.prescottelkstheater.com/
8SCOTTSDALE: 2018 Pinnacle Concert Series: The Phat Pack
Pinnacle Presbyterian Church. Four Broadway performers (who met in
Phantom: The Las Vegas Spectacular) join together to thrill
audiences with the spectacular music of Broadway and the great
American Standards, as well as original comedy material while
sharing stories from their personal lives and careers. $35-50. 7:30
pm. 480-303-2474 or http://www.pinnacleconcerts.com/
8SUPERIOR: Hashbrowns, History & Hiking History of Pinal
City Superior Chamber of Commerce. Features a hearty breakfast,
with a presentation and discussion. Following the breakfast and
discussion join our speaker and local guides on an interpretive
hike on the LOST - Pinal City segment to learn more about the
history of Pinal City and see some of the ruins of the area.. $20.
http://www.lostinsuperioraz.com/events.html
8TUCSON: The Willie Green Project Sea of Glass Center for the
Arts. Made up of some of New Orleanss most promising young talent,
the band represents the next generation of great jazz musicians
emerging from the birthplace of the genre.$13-18. 7:30 pm.
520-398-2542 or https://theseaofglass.org
8-10AJO: WeekendZona: Explore the Heart of the Sonoran Desert -
Join Local First Arizona Foundation for a guided experience
uncovering the best kept secrets of the Sonoran Desert. Enjoy your
stay at the Sonoran Desert Inn, a refreshing alternative to chain
hotels, housed in a beautifully restored school. The inn is a short
walk to historic Ajo plaza and minutes from millions of acres of
pristine desert landscapes. $295. 908-448-9667 or
https://www.localfirstazfoundation.org/events/weekendzona-ajo
8-10APACHE JUNCTION: Magic of Mexican Artistry - Native Mexican
artisans and their traditional handmade creations are the focus of
this three-day event. Artisans will be creating live daily - firing
pots, weaving textiles, carving and painting exotic wooden
figurines, crafting jewelry.Trunk showings, displays and sales. 9
am - 4 pm. Free. 480-983-4888 or
http://superstitionmountainmuseum.org/
8-10CHANDLER: 31st Annual Ostrich Festival - Tumbleweed Regional
Park. Ostrich races, carnival rides, live headline entertainment
each day and the Music Coop showcasing local community performing
groups and bands, exotic petting zoo, camel and pony rides,
Kidzone, arts & crafts vendors. $7-10. General admission Fri. 2
pm - midnight, Sat 10 am - midnight, Sun 10 am - 11 pm.
480-963-4571 or http://www.ostrichfestival.com H z
8-10COTTONWOOD: Cottonwood Gem, Mineral & Wellness Festival
Verde Valley Fairgrounds. Presented by Karmic Beads & Gems.
Vendors offer a treasure trove of precious and semi-precious
stones, mineral specimens, crystals, metaphysical items, jewelry,
singing bowls, beads, fossils, petrified wood, meteorites,
carvings, essential oils, and other holistic modalities. Free.
Fri-Sat 10 am 6 pm, Sun 10 am 4 pm. 619-261-8765 or
http://www.karmicbeadsandgems.rocks
8-10FOUNTAIN HILLS: 15th Annual Fountain Hills Fine Art &
Wine Affaire - Avenue of the Fountains. Features more than 150
artists displaying paintings, bronzes, stone, clay, copper, wood
and mixed media sculptures, pottery, photography, jewelry and more,
live musical entertainment, wine tasting, gourmet food and
chocolates. $3. 10 am - 5 pm. 480-837-5637 or
http://www.thunderbirdartists.com H
8-10SACATON: 57th Annual Mul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo Presented
by the Gila River Indian Community, rodeo, fair, carnival, parade,
Pow Wow, vendors, sporting events. 520-562-4179 or 520-562-6087 or
http://www.mul-chu-tha.com/
8-10SCOTTSDALE: 49th Annual Scottsdale Arts Festival 2019 Civic
Center Mall. World-class art, live music and tasty eats in the
heart of Old Town Scottsdale. Recognized as one of the top art
fairs in America. Guests will enjoy the best in visual, culinary,
cultural and performing arts. $12, under 12 free. Fri-Sat 10 am - 6
pm, Sun 10 am - 5 pm. https://scottsdaleartsfestival.org/ H
8-10 TUCSON: Wild Wild West Steampunk Convention 7 - Old Tucson
is transformed into the world's only Western-style Steampunk
theme-park for a weekend of concerts, street performers, special
events, workshops, train rides, and more. The Wild Wild West
Steampunk Convention 7 (Robots vs Dinosaurs!) is America's first
and only Steampunk convention and festival. Passes start at $30.
520-883-0100. https://www.wildwestcon.com/
8-10TUCSON: Ballet Tucson Spring Concert Dance & Dessert
2019 Stevie Eller Dance Theatre. This popular concert features
variety-filled programming topped off with a grand finale of
gourmet dessert tastings donated by Tucsons finest eateries.
$40-45. https://ballettucson.org/
9AVONDALE: NASCAR Xfinity Series Race - ISM Raceway. Don't
forget your tank top and sunglasses when you come watch the up and
coming drivers in NASCAR in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Race. 2 pm.
http://www.ismraceway.com/Events/Spring-Race-Weekend.aspx
9CLARKDALE: Star Party at Tuzigoot National Monument - The
National Park Service and the Astronomers of Verde Valley invite
the public to explore the skies.It begins at 6:30 pm with a
presentation on Archaeo-Astronomy with Ken Zoll of the Verde Valley
Archeology Center.Telescopes open for public viewing from 7-9 pm.
Arts and crafts activities will also be provided for our young
astronomers.Night time activities are free!
https://www.nps.gov/tuzi/index.htm
9FLAGSTAFF: Archaeology Day Museum of Northern Arizona. Join
archaeologists and demonstrators for an afternoon of exploring how
prehistoric people lived. Try out ancient technology and weapons.
$12. 2 pm. 928-774-5213 or http://musnaz.org
9FLAGSTAFF: SP Crater Marathon - Babbitt Ranches. 5K is on dirt
roads, pretty flat; 10K is on dirt roads, gradual up hills and down
hills; Half Marathon is on dirt roads, except for steep and short
uphill on the shoulder of SP Crater, steep short technical
downhill, breathtaking views; Marathonis on dirt roads, gradual up
hills and down hills. http://flagstaffultrarunning.org/spcrater
9MARICOPA: The Maricopa Music Fest The Duke at Rancho El Dorado.
Outdoor Music Fest with live bands, and a silent auction. 5-9 pm.
615-569-9138 or https://www.maricopamusicfest.us H
9MESA: 5th Annual Downtown Mesa Brew Fest Downtown Mesa.
Macdonald Street, north of Main Street, will be filled with local
breweries and eateries, live music and festival vendors from around
the valley! Contests, free Brewfest swag and games will be offered
throughout the day. Free. 2-6 pm. 480-890-2613 or
http://www.downtownmesa.com/brewfest/
9ORACLE: Star Party - Oracle State Park Center for Environmental
Education. Look through several big telescopes provided by the
Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association. Astronomers will be on site
to answer questions and discuss the elements of the night sky. Meet
at the main trailhead parking lot and bring water, snacks and a red
light (to protect everyones night vision), sweater or jacket.
$7/vehicle (up to four adults). 7 pm. https://AZStateParks.com/
9PAGE: Antelope Canyon 100 - Experience two of the most
photographed land features in the country- Antelope Canyon and
Horseshoe Bend. 50 miler, marathon, half marathon trail Run. After
traversing the desert to reach these unbelievable features, the run
finishes out on smooth singletrack around the plateau that the city
of Page, AZ is built upon, with jaw-dropping views of Lake Powell.
The 100 milers will finish running 5 laps on the Page Rim trail.
http://www.grandcircletrails.com/antelope-canyon-general-info/ or
http://www.visitpagelakepowell.com/
9PHOENIX: Joe Jackson Orpheum Theatre. Jackson and the band will
embark on a new world tour, playing shows throughout the US and
Europe.https://phoenix.ticketforce.com/
9PHOENIX: Billy Joel Chase Field. https://livenation.com
9PHOENIX: 19th Annual Ancient Technology Day - Pueblo Grande
Museum. Hands-on experience, try throwing an atlatl (spear), create
a petroglyph, weave your own cloth, and try roasted agave
slow-cooked the traditional way in an earthen oven, artists
demonstrate how Hohokam people created various technologies, such
as flintknapping (making of arrowheads), pottery, shell and stone
jewelry, weaving and more. Free. 9 am 3 pm. 602-495-0901 or
http://www.pueblogrande.com H
9PHOENIX: 2nd Annual Madison Dash to the Bash 5K Run/Walk
Madison School District. Enjoy a morning timed 5K run/walk followed
by the Madison Bash. 602-664-7900 or
http://madisondashtothebash5k.org/
9SAN MANUEL: San Manuel Copper Classic - The San Manuel Copper
Classic off-road Restart Enduro motorcycle race is hosted by Trail
Riders of Southern Arizona (TRS) and is part of the Arizona
Motorcycle Riders Association (AMRA) race series. There is no
admission fee for spectators. High school youth groups will be
selling food onsite. 8:30 am.
https://sanmanuelaz.org/event/smcc/
9SAN MANUEL: San Manuels Tri-Community Arts & Crafts Fair
San Manuel Jr. High School. Local artists & crafters booths.
Puppet show, kids crafts, games & prizes. It is not far from
the San Manuel Copper Classic off-road motorcycle race held the
same day. 9 am 3 pm. https://sanmanuelaz.org/event/fair/
9SCOTTSDALE: Veterans Heritage Project Saluting Stories of
Service Celebration The Saluting Stories of Service celebration
dinner highlights a student and veteran interview pair and honors
an outstanding veteran or community leader with a Storytellers
Award for sharing stories of dedication and service to our country,
making a positive impact in the community and the development of
youth. The evening features remarks from Medal of Honor Recipient
Sammy Davis, known as the real Forest Gump and concludes with
dancing to big band swing music. $250. 6-10 pm. 602-218-4036 or
http://veteransheritage.org/upcoming-events/saluting-stories-of-service-celebration/
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9SCOTTSDALE: A Sacred Mosaic La Casa De Cristo Lutheran Church.
Mosaic, the art of assembling colored pieces of glass or stone to
create an image or design, has been used to depict stories of faith
and the spirit for centuries. The Chorale will give life to its own
mosaic with some of the jewels of the past 500 years of sacred song
set in place by the rich and powerful music of Mendelssohn, Durufl,
Eenvalds, Wilberg, and more. $18-20. 3 pm.
https://sonorandesertchorale.org/
9SCOTTSDALE: Persian New Year Festival Scottsdale Waterfront. A
day of delicious food, drinks, desserts and sounds of Persia.
Experience the children's wonderland and the crafts of the local
artisans! Bringing together art, dance, and culture to life through
the celebration of the Persian New Year. Proceeds go to Students
Supporting Brain Tumor Research (SSBTR) and the Arizona Persian
Cultural Center (AZPCC). Free.
https://www.persiannewyearfestival.com/
9SUPERIOR: Edible-Medicinal Desert Plants Walk Boyce Thompson
Arboretum. Learn the edible and medicinal uses of native desert
plants on a guided walk along our Curandero Trail by Desert plants
enthusiast Dave Morris. Tasting samples too; Jim usually shares
samplers of agave syrup, mesquite flour and prickly pear cactus
fruit jelly -- while explaining ways that native plants such as
prickly pear cacti, ratany, agaves and jojoba have fed, healed and
clothed Sonoran desert peoples for more than one thousand years.
$5-15 1:30 pm. 602-827-3000 or
http://www.btarboretum.org/events-calendar
9-10APACHE JUNCTION: Arizona Early Day Gas Engine & Tractor
Association Show - Apache Junction Rodeo Grounds. Antique tractor
and engine displays and demonstrations. Tractor pulls, parade,
silent auction, garden tractor racing, food and family fun. $5
general admission, 12 and under free and free parking. 9 am - 3 pm.
623-435-3955 or https://aedgeta.org/ H
9-10CASA GRANDE: 12th Annual Fine Art Explosion Peart Park. Our
event has been established as one of the unique shows of this
nature in our region, with attendance estimated at 2,000 for the 3
day event. This year there will be a "Preview Night" from 5-8 pm
Friday March 8th will be available for exhibitors who wish to greet
concert goers during "Party in the Park." Free. Sat 9 am 5 pm, Sun
9 am 4 pm. 520-705-1343 or http://www.cgmainstreet.org
9-10PHOENIX: 41st Annual Small World Miniature Doll House Show
& Sale - ASU West. Exhibits, sale of furniture, accessories,
dolls from artisans from throughout the U.S. & Canada. Door
prizes, make and take miniature projects for children, raffle for
local charities. $2-8. Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 10 am - 4 pm.
480-466-9691 or http://phoenixminiatures.com/ H
9-10ROOSEVELT: Heritage Days - Tonto National Monument. Includes
cultural demonstrations, kids activities and visitors may hike to
the Lower Cliff Dwelling or to the Upper Cliff Dwelling which is
normally available only on ranger-guided tours and requires an
advance reservation; fee free event. 8 am 5 pm.
https://www.nps.gov/tont/index.htm
9-10TEMPE: 25th Annual Aloha Festival Tempe Town Lake. Take an
island vacation without leaving Tempe at the Arizona Aloha
Festival. Celebrate Hawaiian, Tahitian, Samoan and other South
Pacific cultures through dance and musical performances, food, kids
crafts and more fun at Tempe Beach Park. Free. 10 am 5 pm.
602-697-1824 or http://www.azalohafest.org H y
9-10TUCSON: Silent Night Temple of Music and Art. It is 1914 and
Europe has descended into darkness. On Christmas Eve, British,
French, and German soldiers agree to a truce across the trenches.
On that silent night, 100,000 soldiers briefly put aside their
weapons and met one another face-to-face in no-mans-land. Based on
inspiring true events, this Pulitzer Prize-winning opera explores
the human cost of war, and the ultimate price of peace. Sung in
five languages with a sumptuous score. 7:30 & 2 pm.
https://www.azopera.org/performances/silent-night
9-30TUCSON: American Mariachi Temple of Music and Art. Spending
her days caring for her ailing mother, Lucha yearns to break her
monotonous routine. Here's a wild idea: an all-girl mariachi band!
But it's the 1970s, and girls can't be mariachis... or can they? A
heartwarming and hilarious new comedy about music's power to heal
and connect, featuring gorgeous live mariachi music that will send
your heart soaring. 520-622-2823 or
https://arizonatheatre.org/show/american-mariachi/
9-10TUCSON: Artists of the Southwest Fine Art Show Brandi Fenton
Memorial Park. We invite you to our show of artists feathering
paintings, sculptures, metal art, ceramics, textiles, gourd art and
more. Music by Kindred Spirits. Sat 9:30 am 4:30 pm. Sun 9:30 am 4
pm. 520-456-7298
10AVONDALE: TicketGardian 500 - ISM Raceway. Don't miss your
opportunity to experience NASCAR Goes West with Champions Kevin
Harvick and Kyle Busch taking on young guns like Kyle Larson and
Chase Elliott on the track. 12:30 pm .866-408-7223 or
http://www.ismraceway.com/Events/Spring-Race-Weekend.aspx H
10ORO VALLEY: 16th Annual Arizona Distance Classic Half
Marathon, Quarter Marathon & 5K Presented by Northwest
Healthcare Ventana Medical Systems. Runners and walkers of all
ages, shapes and sizes celebrate active lifestyles in this half
marathon, quarter or 5K and kids fun run. Benefits Leukemia &
Lymphoma Society, the Christina-Taylor Green Memorial Foundation,
and the Angola Project. http://www.arizonadistanceclassic.com
10PHOENIX: ABBA Mania Orpheum Theatre. ABBA MANIAformed in 1999
and the show has been selling out theatres and concert halls
internationally ever since. The show has toured the world in its
quest to bring the music of the Swedish Supergroup to their
millions of fans, old and new!This is the best ABBA Tribute ever! 7
pm. https://phoenix.ticketforce.com/
10PHOENIX: March Mercado The Farm at South Mountain. Join at The
Farm in the Botanica Courtyard. Enjoy products, gifts, and art from
local vendors while you explore everything The Farm and Botanica
have to offer. There will be live music, crafts for sale, and of
course beautiful Farm views! Free. 8 am 1 pm. 602-276-6360 or
https://www.facebook.com/events/808467632839918/ H
10PRESCOTT VALLEY: Northern Arizona Suns vs. Texas Legends
Prescott Valley Event Center. At the teams Sunday Fun Day, the
first 500 kids will receive a free autographed player photo and
there will be a postgame free throw session with kids. And oh yeah,
a bounce house and face painting will be on site. Part of the
National Basketball Association or NBA G League the NBAs official
minor league. 3 pm. https://northernarizona.gleague.nba.com/
10SCOTTSDALE: 2018 Pinnacle Concert Series: Shrine of the Ages
Choir of Northern Arizona University Pinnacle Presbyterian Church.
One of Arizonas top choral groups, the NAU Shrine of the Ages Choir
returns to Pinnacle bringing musical excellence to a dynamic and
engaging performance of choral favorites and new works. $15. 2 pm.
480-303-2474 or http://www.pinnacleconcerts.com/
10TEMPE: Amor al Balie 5 Tempe Center for the Arts. The
performance brings over 30 flamenco, belly dance, tango and
classical Indian dancers for a thrilling night of artistry.Joined
by live musicians on Spanish guitar, percussion, and violin.
$20-35. 5 pm. https://tca.ticketforce.com/
10WICKENBURG: The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra Del. E. Webb
Center for the Performing Arts. Returning to the Webb Center for
the third time, this big band celebrates more than 80 years of
Kansas City Swing. $40+. 3 pm. 928-684-6624 or
https://dewpac.org/
11ORACLE: Oracle Concert Series: Amazing Music in the High
Desert Oracle Center for the Arts. Two famous pianists from the
Republic of Georgia, Inga Kashakashvili and her husband, composer
George Oakley, perform original compositions and waltzes. $30-35. 3
pm. https://www.oraclepianosociety.org/
11-31TUCSON: Richard III - Marroney Theatre. By Arizona
Repertory Theatre. Wonderfully wicked and entertaining,ittells the
tale of Shakespeares most notorious villain.The Duke of York
conspires and kills his way to the crown.Through cunning language
and dastardly deeds, he seduces everyone in his path. But can he
maintain his ill-gotten reign or will the ghosts from Richards past
pull him down. 520-621-1162 or http://theatre.arizona.edu
12PRESCOTT VALLEY: Northern Arizona Suns vs. Agua Calienta
Clippers Prescott Valley Event Center. Part of the National
Basketball Association or NBA G League the NBAs official minor
league. 6:30 pm. https://northernarizona.gleague.nba.com/
13MESA: Steep Canyon Rangers Mesa Arts Center. One of the most
versatile bands in contemporary American music. The Grammy
Award-winning sextet has spent nearly two decades bending and
shaping the bluegrass aesthetic, wedding it to elements of pop,
country, and folk rock to create something original.$38. 7:30 pm.
480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/steep-canyon-rangers
13PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. Utah Jazz Talking Stick Resort
Arena. Game of the National Basketball Association. 7 pm.
https://www.nba.com/suns/
14FLAGSTAFF: Steep Canyon Rangers: Out in the Open Orpheum
Theater. One of the most versatile bands in contemporary American
music. The GrammyAward-winning sextet has spent nearly two decades
bending and shaping the bluegrass aesthetic, wedding it to elements
of pop, country, and folk rock to create something
original.https://www.orpheumflagstaff.com/
14MESA: Anne Lamott Mesa Arts Center. Anne Lamott writes and
speaks with self-effacing humor she is laugh-out-loud funny. She
writes about what most of us dont like to think about. In all her
novels, she writes about loss; loss of loved ones and loss of
personal control. She doesnt try to sugar-coat the sadness,
frustration and disappointment, but tells her stories with honesty,
compassion and a pureness of voice.$28-50. 7:30 pm. 480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/anne-lamott
14MESA: Break of Reality Mesa Arts Center. Formed in 2003, Break
of Reality has gone on to reach millions of listeners via platforms
like Spotify and Pandora Radio, and their rendition of the Game of
Thrones theme has over 16 million views on YouTube. $30. 7:30 pm.
480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/break-of-reality
14WICKENBURG: Max Raabe & Palast Orchestra: Dream a Little
Dream Del. E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts. This
Berlin-based band pays tribute to the high style and musical glory
of the 1920s and 1930s. $55+. 7:30 pm. 928-684-6624 or
https://dewpac.org/
14-17LAKE HAVASU CITY: PaddyFest Havasu Irish Music Festival
Lake Havasu State Park Windsor 4. Incorporating a vast array of
Irish themes including Irish bands from Boston, Vegas, Oregon,
California, Canada, Ireland and Scotland; Irish river dancers.
Other activities include Extreme Machine and Custom Bike and Car
Show, entertainment, RV, truck and boat vendors, and the Havasu
Tri-Athlon. $5.93-38. 10 am 10 pm.
https://www.paddyfesthavasu.com/
14-17QUEEN CREEK: Roots N Boots Queen Creek Horseshoe Park &
Equestrian Centre. . PRCA Pro-Rodeo showcasing the country's top
cowboys and cowgirls. Carnival, rodeo dance, petting zoo, pony
rides, vendors, horse meet n' greet and demonstrations. Free
western-themed family activities Saturday morning, including Kids
N' Kritters, Ranch Dressing and Xtreme Teen
Rodeo.http://rootsnboots.org/
14-17SCOTTSDALE: 47th Annual Carousel Charity Horse Show
WestWorld of Scottsdale. Arizonas premier multi-breed competition
representing various breeds of horses showcasing horsemanship and
showmanship.
https://www.arizonasaddlebreds.org/carousel-charity-horse-show.html
14-17SEDONA: 7th Annual Sedona Yoga Festival The consciousness
evolution conference, is held annually in Sedona, AZ with its core
focus being on yoga, meditation and community set against the
iconic Red Rocks. The conference offers over 200 unique classes,
featuring over 80 presenters, 44 vendors all in one centralized,
walk able location. 928-793-2777 or
http://SedonaYogaFestival.com
14-18PHOENIX: 31st Annual Artlink Art Detour Downtown. Detour
through the city and celebrate our artistic surroundings over a
weekend of cultural discovery. Meet artists in their working
environments, start or expand an art collection, and be immersed in
Phoenixs arts and culture venues. Detour-ists are invited to step
into approximately 100 artist studios, galleries, pop-up spaces and
other venues, as well as enjoy performances and Kids Detour
family-friendly activities. Free.
https://artlinkphx.org/art-detour/ y
15MESA: Cash & King Mesa Arts Center. Steven Kent, and his
band are accomplished performers, providing audiences with their
rendition of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley songs like you never
have heard them before. He continues to mesmerize audiences with
interesting stories and dialogue of meeting both these iconic
leagues. $48-68. 7:30 pm. 480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/other-presenters/cash--king
15PHOENIX: Randy Rainbow Live The Orpheum Theatre. Rainbow is a
comedian, actor, writer, host and Internet sensation best known for
his viral comedy videos. His popular series of political spoofs and
song parodies have garnered international acclaim.He has written
for Kathy Griffin and hosted and performed in numerous theatrical
events for the Broadway, cabaret and gay communities, the Tony
Awards and some of NY's most popular night spots.
https://phoenix.ticketforce.com
15PHOENIX: Zac Brown Band: Down the Rabbit Hole Live! Ak-Chin
Pavilion. https://www.livenation.com
15PRESCOTT VALLEY: Northern Arizona Suns vs. Greensboro Swarm
Prescott Valley Event Center. Part of the National Basketball
Association or NBA G League the NBAs official minor league. 7 pm.
https://northernarizona.gleague.nba.com/
15-16PRESCOTT: 21st Annual Navajo Rug Auction Smoki Museum. At 5
pm on March 15th, an art auction and preview is held in the pueblo
building. On March 16th, previews start at 9am. Hundreds of
contemporary, antique, and traditional weavings will be available.
The rugs, and more than 100 authentic Indian art objects will go to
the highest bidders at this exciting, fast paced event.Auction
starts promptly at noon. Free. 928-445-1230 or
http://www.smokimuseum.org H
15-17FOUNTAIN HILLS: Fountain OGreen Artisan Market - Arts,
craftsandentertainment, in collaboration with the Town of Fountain
Hills and Greening of the Fountain. Shop handcrafted artisan
designs, live music and entertainment, lunch or snack with food
truck and snack concessions.
https://www.carefreeazfestivals.com/fountain-hills-events.html
15-17LAKE HAVASU CITY: 2019 London Bridge Renaissance Faire and
Armored Combat League U.S. Championship SARA Park Rodeo Grounds.
Jugglers, musicians, magicians, and roving village characters and
minstrels. A Marketplace with arts and crafts, artisan
demonstrations, and food and drink and Pirates Cove childrens area.
Havasu Armored Combat LeagueU.S. Nationals features free-style
combat between fighters clad in medieval armor vie for a spot in
the International Medieval Combat Federation competition, held in
Scotland. 928-846-7093 or https://www.londonbridgerenfaire.com/
15-17PHOENIX: 5th Annual Pot of Gold Music Festival Steele
Indian School Park. Post Malone, Lil Wayne, Cardi B and others will
take the stage. The festival will also feature amusement rides and
art galleries, local an d regional cuisine and a vendor village.
http://www.potofgoldmusicfestival.com
15-17SCOTTSDALE: Goodguys 10th Spring Nationals - WestWorld of
Scottsdale. Showcases more than 2,500 rods, customs, classics,
muscle cars, and trucks thru 87. Also features Goodguys AutoCross
timed racing competition and a smoke em if ya Got em burnout
competition. Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition and more.
$18-20. Fri-Sat 8 am - 5 pm, Sun 8 am - 3 pm.
https://www.good-guys.com/sn-2019
15-17SUPERIOR: 31st Annual Apache Leap Mining Festival Main St.
Mining competitions, Chihuahua race, carnival, continuous live
entertainment, handmade crafts market, historic speakers, Saturday
night street dance and beer garden, food, vendors. Free. 9 am 4 pm.
520-689-0200 or http://www.superiorarizonachamber.org
15-17TUBAC: Open Studio Tour - Tubac Center of the Arts. Stop by
Tubac Center of the Arts and see the art of more than sixty artists
participating in the annual Open Studio Tour. A one stop look at
the diverse offering of what is in store for the 2019 Open Studio
Tour! 520-398-2371 or
http://tubacarts.org/event/open-studio-tour-2019/
15-31SCOTTSDALE: Pas dAction Theatre Artists Studio. Picture
this: A family gathers for a celebration of Peorias grand dame of
ballet and thus begins again old wounds, new wounds, old secrets,
and new secrets. The Studio welcomes back an old friend with a
World Premiere of his new play about how and why we dont listen to
each other. By Hal Corley. 7:30 & 2 pm. $15-25. 602-765-0120 or
http://www.thestudiophx.org
15-4/14PHOENIX: Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna State Farm Stadium.The
critically acclaimed production with an engagement of 38
performances under the iconic Yellow-and-Blue Grand Chapiteau at
State Farm Stadium. Written and directed by Tony Award-winning
director, Diane Paulus,Cirque du Soleils 33rdproductionAMALUNAis a
celebration of love and a tribute to the work and voice of
women.https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/amaluna
16CAMP VERDE: 7th Annual Verde River Runoff White Bridge and
ends at Beasley Flat. A 5 & 10 mile kayak, canoe and stand-up
boarder race down the Verde River. The 10-mile race is a
competitive event with the addition of a 5-mile fun float, this
family-friendly celebration of nature and boating provides a great
river experience during prime season for river running in the Verde
Valley. https://verderiver.org/verde-river-runoff/
16CASA GRANDE: Yartsy! The Artsy Yard Tour Yartsy yards were
chosen for their unique combination of creative landscapes and
artistic accents including gardens, landscapes, architecture, and
artistic accents. Explore the private backyards of these six
creative and generous homeowners.Take a self-guided tour of these 6
unique yards. Benefits the Casa Grande Art Museum. $10 donation. 9
am 4 pm. http://yartsy.org
16GLENDALE: 9th Annual Kiss Me I'm Irish - Westgate
Entertainment District. Includes half marathon run, 8K fun
run/walk, and 4K fun run/walk. Finishers Medals for all runners in
the Half Marathon, 8K and 4K as well as age category awards.
Finishers Hat for all Half Marathon Finishers. $35-75. 6:30-11:30
am. http://www.irishrunaz.com/
16GLENDALE: Kilt Run - Westgate Entertainment District. Join as
we try to break the World Record for the number of runners in
kilts. It's only a 1k (just over a 1/2 mile) and your entry fee
gets you a kilt, finishers medal and a cold beverage at McFadden's
St. Patrick's Day Party. Or, run in the half marathon, 8K run/walk
or 4K run/walk. Benefits American Cancer Societys Relay for Life.
Run starts at 6 pm. http://www.irishrunaz.com/kilt-run/
16LAKE HAVASU CITY: Havasu Triathlon & Mountain Collegiate
Triathlon Conference Championships Race on the same course as
Olympians, Collegiate Champions and World Age Group Champions!The
Havasu Triathlon is a great triathlon on a challenging course.With
great weather and located in one of the premier Spring Break and
vacation destinations in the United States, Havasu offers
triathletes the perfect triathlon getaway.
https://www.tucsonracing.com/havasutri/
16MESA: DT Mesa Fest (Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts) A free
event featuring unique artistic creations, music, food and fun for
the whole family. Features the work of established and emerging
artists. Music provided by Peggy and Tim. 10 am 4 pm.
http://www.dtmesafest.com
16MESA: 34th Annual Big Band Dance CAF Aircraft Museum. Come
dressed in the styles of the 40s and take a Sentimental Journey
back to 1943. The WW II aircraft and memorabilia will take you back
to a time of joy and celebration. Enjoy a meal from our specialty
food trucksand plenty of refreshments to keep you swingin on the
dance floor. Deliciousfood and drinks available by purchasing
tickets at ticket booths. 480-924-1940 or
https://www.azcaf.org/event/night-40s-big-band-dance/
16PHOENIX: 36th Annual St. Patricks Day Parade & Irish
Family Faire - 3rd Street Virginia to Margaret T. Hance Park.
parade at 10 am with pipe bands, marching bands, floats, Irish step
dancers, Faire follows parade until 6 pm. $10, 3 stages of Irish
music and dancers, crafts, genealogy, Irish clubs, kids area,
602-280-9221 or http://stpatricksdayphoenix.org/
16PHOENIX: The Garment League presents On Central CityScape. The
three-day event will showcase Phoenixs most talented fashion
designers, artists and trendsetters. It is destined to become one
of the premier cultural events in the western region. Presents
fashion collections from nationally renowned andlocal designer
runway shows, glamorous on-site activities, performances, art
displays,forums, pop up shops, chic VIP after-parties, and much
more. https://www.oncentralphoenix.com/
16PHOENIX: 9th Annual Run to Fight Childrens Cancer Grand Canyon
University. Run to Fight Childrens Cancer is the largest race in
Arizona dedicated solely to pediatric cancer. Proceeds benefit
Arizona children fighting cancer through the work of Childrens
Cancer Network and Phoenix Childrens Hospital. Enjoy post-race
festival for some family fun including a vendor expo, arts and
crafts, music and more! 7-11 am.
https://www.runtofightcancer.com/
16PRESCOTT: Trio The Music of Dolly Parton, EmmyLou Harris &
Linda Ronstadt Elks Theatre. Trio celebrates the collaboration of
Grammy award-winning hall-of-fame artists Dolly Parton, Linda
Ronstadt, and Emmylou Harris. $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or
http://www.prescottelkstheater.com/
16PRESCOTT VALLEY: Northern Arizona Suns vs. Rio Grand Valley
Vipers Prescott Valley Event Center. The Northern Arizona Suns
think they have the best fans in the NBA G League, and will
celebrate their support with Fan Appreciation Night. Free prizes
and giveaways will take place throughout the night, including free
popcorn. Part of the National Basketball Association or NBA G
League the NBAs official minor league. 7 pm.
https://northernarizona.gleague.nba.com/
16SUN CITY WEST: Spring Arts & Crafts Fair - R.H. Johnson
Recreation Center. This event features the work of hundreds of
artisans from 20 local clubs. Pottery, jewelry, metal sculpture,
fine woodworking, quilts, stained glass, clothing and fine art are
some of the items offered. Free. 8 am - 2 pm. 623-544-6135 or
http://suncitywest.com H
16TUCSON: 2nd Annual Family Run Rainbow Run Reid Park. A morning
outdoors raising money to help local families in need.
Noncompetitive - stations along path toss colored powder onto
participants - music - light refreshments - bounce house for kids -
raffle prizes - long sleeve white T-shirt included with adult
registration received before Feb 28th. $28 to participate and kids
are free! Benefits Our Family Services, Tucson Homeless Connect,
and the Julie Hurst Steve Peters Scholarship Fund. $28. 8-11 am.
520-323-0643 or
https://www.facebook.com/events/2299308326780301/
16WICKENBURG: 9th Annual Guys Who Grill Competition Wickenburg
Community Center. Features teams competing in grilling, smoking,
and barbecuing categories. Team grilling & BBQ competition to
benefit the Webb Center's "Arts for Kids" Programs. Enjoy fresh
food, cold beer and live music. $10. 11:30 am 2 pm. 928-684-6610 or
https://dewpac.org/
16-17ANTHEM: 2019 Anthem Gem and Mineral Show Boulder Creek High
School. Kids activities, jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, beads,
wire wrapping, geodes, raffles and fluorescents. $2-4. Sat 9 am 5
pm. Sun 10 am 4 pm. 978-460-1528 or http://www.dmrmc.com/
16-17APACHE JUNCTION: Arizona Family Campout Lost Dutchman State
Park. Arizona Family Campout Programs are designed for families who
have little or no experience camping. Well introduce you to the
experiences you can share with your family and inspire you to
continue to explore the great outdoors! Learn how to set up a tent
and to cook outside, plus you will get to try some fun activities
you can do while camping! $90 for a family of up to 4.
https://azstateparks.com/family-camp
16-17MESA: 30th Annual Desert Woodcarving Show & Sale -
Centennial Hall. A judged wood carving, wood sculpture fine
woodworkingandcarvings other than wood competition. Open to all
levels of participation from beginners to professionals, as well as
the general public. Many participants have their work for sale and
we have a number of Vendors selling tools and carving supplies.$10.
Sat 9 am - 5 pm, Sun. 10 am 4 pm. 480- 484-8383 or
http://www.desertwoodcarvingshow.com/
16-17PHOENIX: Experience Ireland The MIM. Make plans to
experience Ireland at MIMs celebration of Irish music and culture
with Irish dancing demonstrations and hands-on activities. Its a
perfect way to celebrate Saint Patricks Day! Included with paid
museum admission; free for members.
https://mim.org/events/experience-ireland/2019-03-16/
16-17TOMBSTONE: 10th Annual Tombstone Wild West Days - Allen
Street. A salute to the men and women of the Armed Forces sponsored
by the Wild West Detachment Marine Corps League of Tombstone and
Tombstone merchants. Includes street entertainment, and parade on
Sunday. 10 am 4 pm. 520-457-3511 or
http://www.tombstonechamber.com
16-17TUCSON: 37th Annual Wa:k Pow Wow - Mission San Xavier del
Bac. Annual gathering of the Tohono O'odham Nation, with
inter-tribal dances, hoop dance contest, drum contests, crafts, and
food. Gates open at 10 am. Adults $7, Children $5,6 years &
under free. Parking:$3 per vehicle. [email protected] or
https://www.facebook.com/wakpowwow
17PHOENIX: Gordon Lightfoot: 80 Years Strong Celebrity Theatre.
After more than 50 active years of hit song making and
international album sales well into the multi-millions, it's safe
to say that esteemed singer-songwriter and musician Gordon
Lightfoot resides with some very exclusive company atop the list of
all-time greats. $35-95. https://www.celebritytheatre.com/
17TEMPE: Rogers Tom Jones with the Motown Blossoms Tempe Center
for the Arts. Roger's Tom Jones with the Motown Blossoms With
Roger's top-notch tribute, new Tom Jones fans of all ages are
created at every show! This rockin' tribute is sure to get you
dancing! $29-40. 3 pm. 480-350-2822 or
https://www.tempecenterforthearts.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/60680/5071
17-4/21PHOENIX: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show Herberger
Theater Center. Eric Carles iconic stories and illustrations come
to life on stage! FromA Very Hungry Caterpillarwho undergoes a
magical transformation toThe Very Lonely Fireflywho learns to shine
his light by finding friends, you wont want to miss this
fantastical puppet experience. $12-30. 602-252-8497 or
https://www.childsplayaz.org/
18PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. Chicago Talking Stick Resort Arena.
Game of the National Basketball Association. Theme night:APS Los
Suns Night/ Los Suns Night Light(first 2,500 fans). 7 pm.
https://www.nba.com/suns/
19PRESCOTT VALLEY: Northern Arizona Suns vs. Iowa Wolves
Prescott Valley Event Center. Part of the National Basketball
Association or NBA G League the NBAs official minor league. 6:30
pm. https://northernarizona.gleague.nba.com/
19TUCSON: Tucson Coin Club Coin Spring Show Fraternal Order of
the Police. There will be 38 tables of dealers with US and World
coins and paper money, tokens, medals and exonumia. Free appraisals
available. Free. 9 am 4 pm. 520-305-5513 or
http://www.tucsoncoinclub.com H
20MESA: Nat Geo Live: Wild Seas, Secret Shores - Thomas Peschak,
Photographer - Mesa Arts Center. Sharks arent a reason to get out
of the water. Theyre a reason to get in. In this talk, the marine
biologist-turned-National Geographic Photographer takes audiences
around the world with his award-winning images and his engaging
take on the oceans charismatic creatures. $27-4. 7:30 pm.
480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/wild-seas-secret-shores
20-24CASA GRANDE: 64th Annual Pinal County Fair A family
tradition enjoyed by people of all ages.Experience the magic of the
fair. Feel the excitement of contestants as winners are posted for
traditional fair-time contests. View prized livestock and see who
grows the biggest and the best vegetables in the county. Enjoy
rides, take a walk through the crafts, or just eat some really good
food! 520-723-7881 or https://pinalfairgrounds.com/ H y
21MARANA: The Marana Gastronomy Tour - Exclusive tastings,
including a multi-course small plate tasting at The Ritz-Carlton,
Dove Mountain in Marana. Visit two archaeology sites related to
ancient foodways. 12:30-6 pm.
https://www.discovermarana.org/gastronomy-tour/
21MESA: Magic Tree House: Showtime With Shakespeare - Mesa Arts
Center. Climb into a musical time machine with Jack and Annie, and
travel back to Elizabethan England! The daring sibling duo learns
to overcome stage fright to save the famed bards show. Based on the
book series by Mary Pope Osborne, the show helps audiences discover
how history is shaped by those who learn to overcome their fears.
This tuneful tale is a hit with kids and grown-ups alike. Best for
ages 5 and up. $20. 7 pm. 480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/magic-tree-house
21PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. Detroit Pistons Talking Stick Resort
Arena. Game of the National Basketball Association. 7 pm.
https://www.nba.com/suns/
21-5/4SCOTTSDALE: Blithe Spirit Front Row Theatre. Charles
Condomine, a novelist, and his wife, Ruth, have invited their
friends Dr. and Mrs. Bradman to join them for drinks and dinner
with a local clairvoyant, Madame Arcati. Much to the surprise of
the two couples, there are supernatural manifestations. 7 pm.
480-314-0841 or https://donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com
22GLENDALE: Mountain Days: The John Muir Musical in Concert
Glendale Murphy Park. ProMusica is proud to present the Arizona
Premier of this magnificent story of naturalist John Muir, one of
the early founders of the National Park System. $12-22. 7 pm.
623-326-5172 or https://pmaz.org
22MESA: Antony & Cleopatra - National Theatre Live Screening
- Mesa Community College. Broadcast live from the National Theatre,
Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo play Shakespeares famous fated
couple in his great tragedy of politics, passion and power. Caesar
and his assassins are dead. General Mark Antony now rules alongside
his fellow defenders of Rome. But at the fringes of a war-torn
empire the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra and Mark Antony have fallen
fiercely in love. $9-15. 7:30 pm. 480-461-7172 or
https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/event/2019-03/antony-cleopatra-nt-live-screening
22PRESCOTT: Suzy Bogguss Elks Theatre. Grammy award-winning and
platinum selling artist Suzy Bogguss is one to constantly chase the
muse wherever it may lead. She has covered country, swing, jazz,
folk, Americana and roots music with style and grace. The live
performance of her last album, American Folk Songbook, has been
lauded by fans, critics and buyers as a show not to miss! $40-42. 7
pm. 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheater.com/
22-23MESA:2019 Arizona Quilters Guild Quilt Show Mesa Convention
Center. Quilts, vendors, special exhibits, appraisals, book
signings, lectures. 9 am. 480-410-6027 or
https://www.azquiltersguild.org/
22-24AJO: 2019 Ajo Arts Weekend - Ajo Plaza. Once again, the
community of Ajo will be hosting a truly massive arts residency
including dozens of muralists who will descend upon the town center
for the Street Art Happening. Organized by ASAP Ajo Street Art
Project, along with a group of musicians in residence at the
Sonoran Desert Inn and Conference Center there will be a series of
community engagements throughout the weekend.
http://www.ajochamber.com/event/ajo-arts-weekend/
22-24CAVE CREEK: Cave Creek Rodeo Days Cave Creek Memorial
Arena. Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) and dances.
Also Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA). Presented by Sanderson
Ford, the family-friendly multi-day show will take place Friday,
Saturday and Sunday. $22. 7:30 & 2 pm. 623-293-8445 or
https://cavecreekrodeo.com/ H
22-24TUCSON: Annual Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair Between 9th
St. and University Blvd. on Fourth Ave. 400 arts & crafters,
food vendors, street musicians and performers, 3 stages with live
entertainment, children's activities. Free. 10 am - 6 pm.
520-624-5004 or http://www.fourthavenue.org H * z
23APACHE JUNCTION: Spring Fling Studio Tour - Visit many of the
artists studios, which are close to each other scattered in front
of the awesome Superstitions Mountains. The juried artists offer
their creativity in clay, fabric, glass, gourds, jewelry, painting,
photography, pottery, sculpture, wood, and more. 58 artists in 18
studios. 9 am 4 pm. http://www.artistsofthesuperstitions.com
23COTTONWOOD: 8th Annual Loven Family Run Blazin M Ranch. The 2K
run/walk; 5K run/walk and 10K run takes participants on a looped
course beginning at the historic Blazin' M Ranch and through scenic
Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Following the race, participants are
treated to a good old-fashioned country breakfast.10K is $35, 5K is
$30 and 2K is $20.
https://www.nahealthfoundation.org/participate/2019/3/23/loven-family-run-amp-walk
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23COTTONWOOD: 9th Annual Blues Fest Old Town Center for the
Arts. FeaturesBresnan Unpluggedas the headliner act, along withHans
Olsonon the opening set. The night will also feature a special
guest appearance fromJoe Neri, past Director for eight years
andFounder of the Blues Fest.$20-25. 7 pm. http://
www.showtix4u.com or http://oldtowncenter.org/
23GILBERT: Ka-POW! Superhero Adventure Run Freestone Park. The
KA-POW Superhero Adventure run is a costumed run fit for the whole
family with more than 20 exciting and challenging obstacles.
Runners of all ages are encouraged to wear their favorite superhero
costume. After completing the course participants can enjoy "Gotham
City" with free activities, bounce houses, superhero guest
appearances, DJ music and post run treats. 480-503-6235 or
http://www.gilbertaz.gov H x
23MARICOPA: 15th Annual Salsa Festival Copper Sky Regional Park.
Festival guests will enjoy kids games and activities in the Little
Pepper Zone, Salsa chefs will have the opportunity to showcase
their skills in the highly competitive salsa competition, and
compete for cash prizes. There will also be food & spirits, and
entertainment by local entertainers. Free. 2-8 pm.
http://www.maricopa-az.gov/web/events/
23MESA: 19th Annual Historic Home Tour - Mesa Historical Museum.
Annual Historic Home Tour. 10 am 4 pm. $20. 480-835-2286 or
http://www.mesahistoricalmuseum.com/upcoming-exhibits
23MESA: O Fortuna, presented by Symphony of the Southwest - Mesa
Arts Center. Join Symphony of the Southwest, Youth Symphony of the
Southwest, the North Valley Chorale and the Chandler Childrens
Choir as we perform Carl Orffs monumental work, Carmina Burana.
$20. 7:30 pm. 480-6446500 or
http://symphonyofthesouthwest.org/concerts.html
23MESA: WordPlay Cafe Story Slam- Mesa Arts Center. The WordPlay
Caf open mic series culminates in an exciting stage show featuring
storytellers, spoken word artists and musicians. Judged by
professional storytellers and members of the audience, the Story
Slam is a platform for celebrating one of humanitys oldest art
forms, while also using competition to challenge storytellers to
take new risks. $15. 7:30 pm. 480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/wordplay-caf-story-slam
23NOGALES: 8th Annual Nogales Bicycle Classic - Nogales High
School. A scenic point-to-point route, in the peak of Spring.
Starts in historic Nogales and takes you through Rio Rico, and
scenic Patagonia.You will finish back where you started with
livemusic to motivate you to cross the finish line! Ride lengths
are 87.3, 60.3, 40.1 and 11 miles. Benefits the Circles of Peace, a
restorative justice program in Santa Cruz County.
http://www.nogalesbicycleclassic.org/
23PARKER: Blues & Brews - La Paz County Park. A beer fest,
bike show and off-road Expo. $10 to all tasters with live music and
good times. noon - 4 pm. http://www.parkeraz.org/
23PHOENIX: Pride Run Phoenix Phoenix Art Museum. Run or walk in
central Phoenix using Central Avenue. The half marathon, 10K and 5K
are USATF certified point to point street courses with minimal
elevation changes and turns. Combo packs allow completion of the
half marathon or 10K followed by the 5K. Perfect training run for
the Boston Marathon. This event is light rail accessible including
from the airport. $50. 5 am noon. 602-402-3332 or
http://PrideRunPhoenix.com H
23PHOENIX: 6th Annual Haru in the Garden Japanese Friendship
Garden of Phoenix. Celebrate the sights and sounds of spring,
unique and inspiring performances of music, along with an exquisite
display of art, Sake, beer and wine bar will be provided along with
a variety of Asian food via food trucks. $5-25. 6 pm.
https://www.japanesefriendshipgarden.org/
23PHOENIX: 25th Annual Celebrity Fight Night - JW Marriott
Desert Ridge Resort. A star-studded, signature gala held annually
to raise money for charities in honor of featured guest, Muhammad
Ali, celebrities and professional athletes from all over the U.S.
unite for an action-packed evening filled with incredible live
auction items and musical performances by many of todays brightest
stars. 5 pm. 602-956-1121 or http://www.celebrityfightnight.org
23PHOENIX: Mountain Days: The John Muir Musical in Concert North
Valley Christian Academy. ProMusica is proud to present the Arizona
Premier of this magnificent story of naturalist John Muir, one of
the early founders of the National Park System. $12-22. 7:30 pm.
623-326-5172 or https://pmaz.org
23PRESCOTT: How Great Thou Art Elvis Presley Gospel Elks
Theatre. Starring Robert Shaw and a 12-piece band with a gospel
quartet performing. $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or
http://www.prescottelkstheater.com/
23PRESCOTT VALLEY: Northern Arizona Suns vs. South Bay Lakers
Prescott Valley Event Center. In the regular season finale, the
team will honor first responders and military throughout the night.
The NAZ Suns will host a pregame Fan Fest, and the team will wear
specialty jerseys that will go up for auction immediately following
the game. Part of the National Basketball Association or NBA G
League the NBAs official minor league. 7 pm.
https://northernarizona.gleague.nba.com/
23SUPERIOR: Geology Tour Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Learn about
rocks and volcanic formations along our main trail on a tour with
geologists Steve Semken and Phil St. George as your guides for a
lively tour that compresses almost two billion years of geologic
history into just over one educational hour. Topics include: The
Pinal schist, the volcanic origins of Picket Post Mountain and the
Apache Leap tuff. 15 1:30 pm. 602-827-3000 or
http://www.btarboretum.org/events-calendar
23WICKENBURG: Cirque loize Saloon Del. E. Webb Center for the
Performing Arts. Live country music combined with the strength and
agility of circus guarantees an action-packed thrill-ride. $45+.
7:30 & 3 pm. 928-684-6624 or https://dewpac.org/
23-24ANTHEM: 20th Annual Anthem Days Anthem Community Park.
Residents and visitors enjoy perfect weather and the premier
showcase of the community. This free, family-friendly event
includes abusiness expo (anAnthem Days signature highlight that
showcases the business community and its products and services),
craft vendors, egg hunt, carnival, food vendors and live
entertainment. Admission and parking are free. 10 am 4 pm.
http://www.onlineatanthem.com H y
23-24DEWEY: Adult Easter Egg Hunt Mortimer Farms. The Adult
Easter Egg Hunt is for 18 years and older. Includes a drink ticket
(alcoholic or non), appetizers, music, hundreds of prizes and
raffle. $25. Must pre-purchase tickets. 6:30-8:30 pm. 928-830-0006
or http://mortimerfarmsaz.com
23-24TUCSON: Arizona Family Campout Catalina State Park. Arizona
Family Campout Programs are designed for families who have little
or no experience camping. Well introduce you to the experiences you
can share with your family and inspire you to continue to explore
the great outdoors! Learn how to set up a tent and to cook outside,
plus you will get to try some fun activities you can do while
camping! $90 for a family of up to 4.
https://azstateparks.com/family-camp
23-26PHOENIX: 33rd Annual Heard Museum Guild American Indian
Student Art Show & Sale The artwork of emerging artists, grades
7-12, in American Indian communities throughout the United States.
Students compete for ribbons and cash prizes in 13 categories and
two age divisions. The show provides the opportunity for students
to exhibit and sell their artwork. The show features traditional
and fine art katsina dolls, pottery, baskets, jewelry, beadwork,
weavings, paintings,and sculpture as well as unique contemporary
pieces in mixed mediums. In 2018, more than 500 pieces from dozens
of American Indian communities, representing over 380 artists were
exhibited. 602-252-8840 or
https://heard.org/event/student-art-2019/ H
24CHANDLER: 5th Annual Festival of Colors Holi Rawhide Arena.
Participants traditionally throw bright, vibrant color powder at
friends and strangers alike as they celebrate the arrival of
spring, and allow each other a momentary freedom -- a chance to
drop their inhibitions and simply play and dance in Colors &
Rain. $10-12. 11 am 3 pm. 602-492-6023 or
https://www.azindia.com/tickets.aspx?id=24296 H
24MESA: Salt River Brass: Pictures at an Exhibition Mesa Arts
Center. Picture 36 brass and percussion virtuosi crafting the
upbeat brilliance of a military band, the full-throated sonorities
of a symphony orchestra and the warm intimate sounds of a chamber
group. This is the Salt River Brass, with the versatility to
program everything from light classics and marches to show tunes,
folk melodies and jazz standards. 3 pm. 480-644-6500 or
http://www.saltriverbrass.com/
24PHOENIX: Arizona Bao Fest Unexpected Venue. Enjoy steamed
buns, gua bao, BBQ pork buns, sweet buns from bakeries, and
creative interpretations from more than 10 local businesses.$12-15.
Kids 12 and under are free. 11 am 7 pm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/318862512280668/
24SEDONA: Yuja Wang at Chamber Music Sedona Sedona Performing
Arts Center. Chamber Music Sedona presents a special performance
featuring the world-renowned piano phenomenon Yuja Wang, alongside
our very own Artistic Director,cellist Nicholas Canellakis. They
will play a program of virtuosic and fiery duos by the great
romantics Rachmaninoff and Chopin. $15-40. 2:30 pm.
https://chambermusicsedona.org/yuja-wang-and-nicholas-canellakis/
24SUN CITY: Mountain Days: The John Muir Musical in Concert
Cross of Christ Lutheran Church. ProMusica is proud to present the
Arizona Premier of this magnificent story of naturalist John Muir,
one of the early founders of the National Park System. $12-22. 3
pm. 623-326-5172 or https://pmaz.org
24SUPERIOR: Edible-Medicinal Desert Plants Walk Boyce Thompson
Arboretum. Learn the edible and medicinal uses of native desert
plants on a guided walk along our Curandero Trail by Desert plants
enthusiast Dave Morris. Tasting samples too; Jim usually shares
samplers of agave syrup, mesquite flour and prickly pear cactus
fruit jelly -- while explaining ways that native plants such as
prickly pear cacti, ratany, agaves and jojoba have fed, healed and
clothed Sonoran desert peoples for more than one thousand years.
$5-15 1:30 pm. 602-827-3000 or
http://www.btarboretum.org/events-calendar
26FLAGSTAFF: Grand Canyon Guitar Society Concert Series: Brasil
Guitar Duo Shepherd of the Hills Church. Joo Luiz and Douglas Lora
have known each other since adolescence and have played together
for over half of their lives. Dont miss this special engagement
with these remarkable artists! $25. 928-213-0752 or
https://canyonguitar.org/
26PHOENIX: Aziz Ansari: Road To Nowhere Comerica Theatre.
https://livenation.csom
27PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. Washington Wizards Talking Stick
Resort Arena. Game of the National Basketball Association. 7 pm.
https://www.nba.com/suns/
27-31TUCSON: Tucson Cine Mexico 2019 - Showcases the best in
contemporary Mexican cinema. It is the longest-running festival of
contemporary Mexican film in the United States. Each year, Tucson
Cine Mexico hosts directors, producers, editors, actors and
cinematographers of contemporary Mexican cinema. Filmmakers engage
with audiences via moderated Q+As and panels. All events are in
Spanish and English. Each year, theline-up features a mix of
award-winningnarrative and documentary
films.https://www.tucsoncinemexico.org/
28WICKENBURG: John Pizzarelli Trio: Nat King Cole at 100 Del. E.
Webb Center for the Performing Arts. World-renowned jazz guitarist
breathes new life into Coles classic standards songbook. $40+. 7:30
pm. 928-684-6624 or https://dewpac.org/
28-31PHOENIX: American Theatre Guild Presents Chicago Orpheum
Theatre. CHICAGO has everything that makes Broadway great: a
universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one
show-stopping song after another; and the most astonishing dancing
you've ever seen. https://phoenix.ticketforce.com/?venue=1
29MESA: The Music of Tom Petty - presented by The Phoenix
Symphony - Mesa Amphitheatre. The Phoenix Symphony celebrates the
life, success and the legendary music of Tom Petty - in a
one-night-only live concert experience under the stars. From his
role as lead singer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers to his
memorable solo career, the beloved rock star has created timeless
hits. $39-99. 7:30 pm. 602-495-1999 or
https://tickets.phoenixsymphony.org/single/SYOS.aspx?p=11338
29PHOENIX: 17th Annual Agave on the Rocks Desert Botanical
Garden. A deliciously fun evening, sample gourmet cuisine prepared
by renowned Valley restaurants and caterers, listen to music and
sip refreshing margaritas, stop by the tequila sampling station
where guests are invited to try a taste of the evenings features
tequilas. $75-80. 6-10 pm. 480-481-8188 or
https://www.dbg.org/events/agave-on-the-rocks-2/
29PRESCOTT: The Rising The #1 tribute to Bruce Springsteen Elks
Theatre. The Rising is a brotherhood of friends, some with ties
that date back nearly two decades. Much like Bruce Springsteen
& the E Street Band, they take the stage more like a gang, than
a band. $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or
http://www.prescottelkstheater.com/
29SCOTTSDALE: 2018 Pinnacle Concert Series: December 63: A
Tribute to the Original Jersey Boys! - Pinnacle Presbyterian
Church. The music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons comes to
life in this toe-tapping concert. $35-50. 7:30 pm. 480-303-2474 or
http://www.pinnacleconcerts.com/
29-30MESA: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater - Mesa Arts
Center. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater grew from a now-fabled
performance in March 1958 at the 92nd Street Y in New York City.
Led by Alvin Ailey and a group of young African-American modern
dancers, that performance changed forever the perception of
American dance. $41-65. 8 pm. 480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/alvin-ailey-american-dance-theater
29-30TUBAC: 2019 Spring Art Walk Village of Tubac. An event that
invites visitors to explore the local working artist studios and
fine art galleries for which Tubac is renowned, meet the artists
and enjoy special exhibits, receptions and art demonstrations.
Free. 10 am 5 pm. 520-398-2704 or http://www.tubacaz.com
29-31MESA: Arizona Game Fair - Tabletop Gaming Convention - Mesa
Convention Center. Let's play a game! Arizona Game Fair is a
tabletop gaming convention offering over 6,000 square feet of space
to play your favorite board game, card game, party game or role
playing game. The Fair will feature a large library of board and
card games to checkout and play. There will also be 128 hours of
scheduled role playing games featuring the Valley's best game
masters. 480-644-2178 or http://www.arizonagamefair.com/
29-31TEMPE: 42nd Annual Tempe Spring Festival of the Arts
Downtown Tempe. Among the top 20 art festivals in the nation, 400+
national artists & craftspeople, traditional & ethnic
foods, continuous entertainment on multiple stages, street fair
atmosphere with street performers, hands-on activities for
children, Free. 10 am 6 pm. 480-921-2300 or
http://www.tempefestivalofthearts.com H z
29-4/6MESA: Seussical the Musical - MCC Performing Arts Center.
The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who
discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos. Horton faces a
double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of
naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left by
Mayzie La Bird. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty,
family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant. $12-18.
480-461-7172 or
https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/event/2019-03/seussical-musical
29-5/12WICKENBURG: 14th Annual Cowgirl Up! Art from the other
Half of the West Invitational Exhibition & Sale Desert
Caballeros Western Museum. Showcasing the brightest contemporary
female artists depicting the Western lifestyle. Opening weekend
includes a gala, chuck wagon breakfast and artists quick draw and
auction. Exhibit continues through 5/12. 928-684-2272 or
https://westernmuseum.org
30CHANDLER: 10th Annual Great American BBQ & Beer Festival
Downtown Chandler. Featuring pit masters, from local, regional and
national restaurants and BBQ competition teams. Includes more beer,
wine and spirit selections as well as entertainment stages, kids
zone, and eating competitions. $10-25. noon-10 pm.
http://www.chandlerbbq.com
30FLORENCE: 75th Anniversary Celebration of the G.I. Bill of
Rights The special event is to honor the legislation which has
helped millions of veterans since 1944, and Ernest Mac McFarland,
Arizona statesman and one of the authors of the bill. Begins with a
parade on N. Main Street. Event festivities will conclude with
refreshments, tours at McFarland State Historic Park.
https://ewmcfarland.org/
30FOUNTAIN HILLS: 2nd Annual Fountain Hills Dark Sky Festival
Fountain Hills Community Center Activities for the family from
astronomy-themed virtual reality, telescope viewing and a laser
tour of the night sky, educational exhibits, food vendors, a beer
garden, and live entertainment. Mission is to educate our
communities about the advantages of smart lighting to protect our
unique dark sky. Free. 4-9 pm.
https://fhdarksky.com/events/2019-fountain-hills-dark-sky-festival/
30MESA: 11th Annual Falcon Field Open House! Falcon Field Park.
Join the fun when the City of Mesa's Falcon Field Airport hosts its
Annual Open House! The Open House will focus on:Future of Flight
Showcase to feature new and unique aircraft and prototypes, such as
unmanned aerial vehicles/drones, heli-taxis, personal flight
vehicles, and more. Free. 9 am 2 pm. 480-644-2450 or
https://www.falconfieldairport.com/home-ffa
30MESA: Gina Chavez - Mesa Arts Center. Gina Chavez is blending
the sounds of the Americas with tension and grace. A multi-ethnic
Latin pop songstress, Chavez is a nine-time Austin Music Award
winner. Chavezs passionate collection of bilingual songs take
audiences on a journey through the Americas. $30-35. 7:30 pm.
480-644-6500 or
https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/gina-chavez
30PHOENIX: P!NK Beautiful Trauma World Tour Gila River Arena.
Esteemed performer and international pop icon.
http://livenation.com
30PHOENIX: Phoenix Suns vs. Memphis Grizzlies Talking Stick
Resort Arena. Game of the National Basketball Association. Theme
night:Superhero Night / Devin Booker Bobblehead(first 5,000 fans).
7 pm. https://www.nba.com/suns/
30PRESCOTT: Return to Woodstock Elks Theatre. Re-live 3 days of
Peace and Love from 1969 in just two hit-filled hours! Watch
authentic performances and hear the stories behind the biggest and
most iconic songs from Woodstock! $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or
http://www.prescottelkstheater.com/
30TEMPE: African Fest USA Kiwanis Park. The first annual African
Fest USA is a community event showcasing the richness of Africa
through music, art, story, fashion and food. The African Fest will
bring together the community in a cultural event presenting the
roots and identity of the African Diaspora.With support from, City
of Tempe, Tempe Center for the Arts, Caf Lalibela Ethiopian
Cuisine, Chapman Automotive Group, Ethiopian Airlines and others,
the inaugural festival will take place Saturday March 30, 2019 at
Kiwanis Park in Tempe, AZ. 11 am 6:30 pm.
http://www.africanfestusa.org/
30TUCSON: Death Cab for Cutie Tucson Music Hall.
https://livenation.com
30TUCSON: Bravo Vino Willcox & AZ Wine Festival The Gregory
School. A wine festival featuring Willcox and AZ wineries in
partnership with the Arizona Opera/Tucson Opera League. Great music
all day with special performances from local opera singers. Along
with wine and music, there will be culinary delights, specialty and
craft vendors. Profits from the festival will go toward funding the
Tucson Opera League's Outreach programs $15-20. 11 am 6 pm.
678-643-0626 or https://bravovino.eventbrite.com H x
30-31PHOENIX: Arizona Game & Fish Department Outdoor Expo
Ben Avery Shooting Facility. Hands-on activities, demonstrations
and exhibits on hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, archery,
off-highway vehicle (OHV) and watercraft recreation, conservation
and wildlife education, camping and other outdoor elements. Free.
Sat 9 am 5 pm, Sun 9 am - 4 pm. 602-942-3000 or
http://www.azgfd.gov/expo H y
30-31TEMPE: 16th Annual Arizona Dragon Boat Festival Tempe Town
Lake Marina. 100 dragon boat racing teams from all over the world
including youth, college and adaptive sports teams as well as
breast cancer survivors are expected to participate. 40-foot-long
rowing canoes, 20 paddlers, one steersperson & a drummer in a
500-meter race. Features competitive and recreational dragon boat
races, vendors, and Asian and Pacific inspired talented
entertainment. Free. 9 am 4 pm. http://www.azdba.org
30-4/3TEMPE: 29th Annual Bell Lexus Copperstate 1000