March Events 2019

Arizona Calendar of Eventswww.VisitArizona.com

Marjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov

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 H

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/ H

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. WakPowWow@gmail.com 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 H

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