ARIZONA EVENTS BY THE MONTH


Chandler Farmers Market MARCH


Tucson Festival of Books – Tucson March 12-13, 2011,


tucsonfestivalofbooks.org, 520.721.7964 More than 400 nationally known authors host readings, lectures, workshops, and panel discussions. Located at the University of Arizona.


Ostrich Festival – Chandler


March 11-13, 2011, 480.963.4571, ostrichfestival.com One of the “Top 10 Unique Festivals in the U.S.” – the Ostrich Races are the most popular attractions at the event, but two stages of continuous live entertainment run all day long with nationally known headliners each night. State fair-size rides and more than 150 exhibitors selling arts and crafts, as well as children’s activities round out a whole day of fun.


Arizona BBQ Festival – Scottsdale March 26, 2011, azbbqfestival.com Over 60 professional teams come together in Scottsdale to compete for $20,000 in prizes in this KCBS sanctioned event.


15th Annual Arizona Bike Week – Scottsdale March 30-April 3, 2011, azbikeweek.com Located at WestWorld in Scottsdale, this motorcycle rally promotes riding to all motorcycle enthusiasts. There will be daily charity rides, bike races, parties and other activities.


APRIL


Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball – Phoenix April-September, 2011, 602.462.4600, diamondbacks.com Baseball, hot dogs and apple pie – all still representative of American values – and thankfully, all still affordable. Prices for single game tickets in the upper deck range from $5 to $20.


Arizona Easter Pageant – Mesa


April 13-16 and 19-23, 2011, 480.654.1077 easterpageant.org Since 1928 the Mesa Arizona Temple has been producing the annual Arizona Easter Pageant, proclaimed as the world’s largest annual outdoor Easter pageant. The cast consists of approximately 450 actors as well as livestock on a 9,600-square-foot four-story-high stage.


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33rd Blessing of Sonoita Vineyards Festival


Cinco de Mayo


7th Annual Pats Run – Tempe April 16, 2011, pattillmanfoundation.org Pat’s Run is the signature annual fundraising event for the Pat Tillman Foundation. Created in April 2004 following Pat’s death, the Pat Tillman Foundation is investing in veterans and their families through education, community and advocacy.


33rd Blessing of Sonoita Vineyards Festival – Sonoita April 30, 2011, sonoitavineyards.com The Sonoita Vineyards spring festival features wine tastings, winery tours, food and wine pairings, live music and dancing, wagon rides, and a blessing for a bountiful crop.


MAY


Cinco de Mayo Celebrations – Statewide 1st week in May, 2011 Neighborhood and community Cinco de Mayo celebrations throughout Arizona are free or very reasonably priced. You’ll find lots of Latino music, dance, Mexican food and games.


Annual Jerome Historic Home and Building Tour – Jerome May, 2011, jeromechamber.com This longest running tour in the state of Arizona promises a look at both the historic gems of this charming town and a few new Victorian and contemporary delights. This is a guided tour with transportation provided from home to home. The all-volunteer docents will explain the history and the fascinating stories behind each venue.


Farmers Markets – Statewide Various dates and locations, arizonafarmersmarkets.com Farm fresh seasonal produce and locally-produced food products are available as are arts and crafts.


37th Annual Phippen Museum Western Art Show & Sale – Prescott May 28-30, 2011, visit-prescott.com Located in the Prescott Courthouse Plaza, Arizona’s premiere outdoor western fine art show and sale features more than 120 of the very best Western artists from around the country. Special events include kids’ art activities, Quick Draw art demonstrations, and a Miniature Masterpiece Art Show and Sale.


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