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AZ Tourist News - Tourism and Event Guide for Arizona
Amazing Quartzsite, Arizona
Swap Meet to the World
If you are looking for a unique southwest experience, look no further than Quartzsite, Arizona. Every winter this tiny town of 3,500 residents transforms into the vendor capital of the world. Over a million visitors congregate here to browse the swap meets, gem shows, and art & crafts shows as well as the scores of other booths offering antiques, souvenirs, and “stuff” of all kinds.
Many visitors from the north, affectionately called “snowbirds”, spend the winter in Quartzsite's 70+ RV parks or “boondock” in the Sonoran Desert on BLM land, where camping is free or nearly so. Others arrive for shorter stays, rockhounds and treasure hunters from around the world who come to check out the special shows.
Beautiful weather, sunshine and great deals - what more can you ask?
Adding to the fun are numerous special events throughout the season including the Hi Jolly Daze parade on Jan. 9, the Sports, Vacation & RV Show Jan. 16-24, the QIA Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show on Jan. 20-24, and the annual ATV Parade on Feb.13.
The icing on the cake is the warm welcome Quartzsite offers and the wonderful activities to fill your time when you need a break from shopping: golf, hiking, fishing, 4-wheeler excursions, jam sessions, dancing, bingo, a visit to Celia's Rainbow Garden and the Hi Jolly Monument…the list could go on and on.
The two dozen seasonal swap meets and nearly as many shows cover acres upon acres of land, include hundreds and hundreds of vendors, and present an amazing selection of items. This year, according to one local resident, the quality of goods on offer is exceptionally high and the prices are great. It's the year to come experience Quartzsite!
Should Arizona Office of Tourism go, before State Parks go
Publisher, Az Tourist News calls for the Budget from Office of Tourism to keep the Arizona State Parks Opened...
Imagine the horror of all, literally, to all who hold dear that which is our birthright. Arizona State Parks closing. No more the natural surroundings familiar to all those who treasure the myriad of experiences that our Parks provide. We identify with our Natural Theme park, that which IS Arizona...to deny parks is to essentially deny our birthright.
Who will assure the right of our citizens to what naturally belongs to them? Arizona State Parks has a 7 million dollar short fall. Why do we keep open the Office of Tourism? Their 15 million dollar budget surely could be sacrificed in order to save experiences in the wilderness coming to nothing but a foregone thought. You wish to talk about jobs saved…yes, I guess perhaps that is the underlying truth…the jobs of many bureaucrats, most as we know now paid over 30% better wages, on average, than the private sector. You want to talk smart, to talk common sense... consider this…
Build it and they will come? How about “take it away and they will not come.” Simple math. Hundreds of thousands of visitors to the State Parks contribute in countless ways, including many ways that we can, in fact, count. We can count on restaurants to the tune of 20% of those situated around closed state parks, 20% right now…zip, those businesses are gone…so how many total employees? How about the taxes lost to the state both from the employees and from the profitable businesses ...that is in another column…but you get the idea.
Imagine travelers from California, who account for, with Arizonans, 66% of our total travel. I will tell you not only what I can SEE but what we all can COUNT on -- that a well planned trip to Arizona is now diverted to another more enlightened universe that treasures its natural experiences.
So what does a Tourism media expert think about all of this? Simple…Let go of Arizona Office of Tourism...streamline it down to the home office, they already triangulate all of their major marketing responsibilities to advertising agencies…you can get this all done for 2.9 Million dollars…do the math…I did. Now let's turn the lights on in the parks …and good night to all.
By, Tony Venuti, Publisher
AZ Tourist News
22nd Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival
Two Months of Excitement and Adventure - Huzzah !
Arizona's biggest kingdom of outdoor entertainment, the Arizona Renaissance Festival has planned two months of non-stop entertainment, feasting and games beginning February 6 - performing, shopping and feasting on weekends, including President's Day Monday, through the end of March.
In the festival's vast 16th century European village, an expected 260,000 revelers will find dozens of shows on 12 stages of continuous entertainment each event day, including:
· Special guests from England for one weekend concert appearances, the Mediaeval Baebes. Six talented singers breathe renewed life into hauntingly beautiful early music that captures the imagination and devotion of modern audiences. Four sets daily on February 13-14-15 only.
· New this season, Bearly Balanced!
At the Arizona Renaissance Festival, a 30-acre village forms the set for comic adventures, in which you can be both audience and part of the fun. With a cast of nearly 1000 costumed characters, the festival is a Monty Python movie come to life.
Festival fans can leave their cares behind and enjoy the pleasures of a simpler time in a storybook town where you enjoy continuous music, dance and comedy shows, shop for wonderful arts and crafts, plus games, rides and a feast of exotic food and drink.
Have more fun than you thought possible in a single day!
JAN 1-10 QUARTZSITE
Tyson Wells Rock & Gem Show
SW corner of I-10 and Hwy 95 - Largest show of its kind, vendors with gems, rocks, minerals, jewelry, silver & goldsmithing, lapidary tools, equipment & supplies, free adm. 928-927-6364
JAN 8-10 CAREFREE
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Carefree Marketplace (Basha's), 36889 N Tom Darlington Dr. - Limited and special collection of fine art, show hours Fri-Sun 9-5, free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
JAN. 23rd & MARCH 20th TUCSON
Our Place in the Universe
SkyNights evening observing at the Summit of Mt Lemmon – Join in a Carl Sagan-like experience that journeys through space and time. $60/adult, $35/youth (ages7-18), 520-626-8122, http://skycenter.arizona.edu
JAN 9-10 YUMA
12th Annual Gathering of the Gunfighters
Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park Ð A two day skit competition with 16+ different old west reenactment groups. Sa 9a-5p, Su 10a-3p, $5 for adults, 13 & under free. 928-783-4771
JAN 13-17 WILLCOX
Wings Over Willcox Birding & Nature Festival
Thousands of Sandhill Cranes! Raptors, sparrows & more. Geology, SW history & archaeology, mining & ranching, photography, astronomy, etc; tours, seminars, trade show, banquet. Reserve early! 800-200-2272, www.wingsoverwillcox.com
JAN 15-16 SUN LAKES
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
ACE Plaza (Dobson & Riggs) - Limited and special collection of fine art & craft, Fri-Sat 9-5. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
JAN 15-17 CAREFREE
17th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival
Downtown - World-class festival with 165 strictly juried fine artists, wine tasting ($10 incl's engraved wine glass), live entertainment, 10a-5p, adm $3. 480-837-5637
JAN 15-17 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Buses by the Bridge XIV
Windsor Beach 4, LH State Pk, London Bridge Rd - Vintage Volkswagon Bus Show and Camp-Out. 928-680-7664 or 928-855-7735
JAN 15-17 GLENDALE
39th Annual Kruse Collector Car Auction
Renaissance Glendale Spa & Hotel - 300+ muscle cars, sports cars, classics & special interest vehicles. Check in 9-5 Fri, auction begins 10a Sat & Sun. 800-968-4444
JAN 15-17 CAVE CREEK
ArtFest Market of Cave Creek
StageCoach Village, 7100 E. Cave Creek - 50 fine artists, food vendors and live music, 10a-5p, free admission & parking. 888-278-3378
JAN 15-24 QUARTZSITE
Tyson Wells Sell-A-Rama
SW corner of I-10 & Hwy 95 - 25-Acre outdoor spectacular with unbelievable variety of gems, rocks, arts, crafts, hobbies, jewelry, antiques, coins, lapidary tools, great food! Free! 928-927-6364
JAN 16 CHANDLER
15th Annual Multicultural Festival
Chandler Public Library, 22 S Delaware St - Highlighting the community's cultural diversity through music, dance, art, storytelling, children's area & more, 11a-5p, free adm. 480-782-2665
JAN 16 TUBAC
Tubac Home Tour
Tubac Center of the Arts - Benefit/ pick up map here: view fascinating art collections & noted architecture as you tour six of Tubac's loveliest homes, 10a-4p, $25. Buy tickets in adv or same day. 520-398-2371
JAN 16 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Mini Moto Madness
Crazy Horse Campgrounds, 1534 Beachcomber Blvd - Youth and Pit Bike Motorcycle Racing, adm $5, participation: $25 racing, $20/$15 practice. Practice 7a-1p, race 3:30p, regis. 7a-1p. 928-855-6650, www.928minis.com
JAN 16-17 CASA GRANDE
10th Annual Historic Downtown Street Fair & Car Show
Florence St & Florence Blvd - Upscale arts & crafts, live music, food, car show (Sa 10-3). Free adm, Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4. 520-836-8744, www.cgmainstreet.org
JAN 16-24 QUARTZSITE
27th Annual Sports, Vacation and RV Show
Big Top, half mile S of I-10 on Hwy 95 - The nation's largest consumer-attended RV Show, new & used RVs, new products, demos, live entertainment, 9a-5p, free adm & parking. RV service avail. 714-377-7940
JAN 20-24 QUARTZSITE
44th Annual Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show
Pow Wow Building - The largest operating display of lapidary equipment in the country, 400+ booths displaying, buying & selling, 9a-6p, free adm & parking. 928-927-6325
JAN 22-24 CAVE CREEK
Fine Art & Fine Craft Festival
Frontier Town (Silver Spur Saloon & Eatery), 6245 E Cave Creek Rd - Paintings, metal art & tables, copper wall hangings, photography, unusual clothing, jewelry & more. Fri & Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4, free adm & parking. 602-789-7222
JAN 23 SUPERIOR
Australia Day
Boyce Thompson Arboretum - Experts guide you around the Australian forest, 11a. Australian folklorist Paul Taylor spins stories, poems, and tales, 1:30p. Festival 11-3, open 8-5, $7.50/$3. 520-689-2811
JAN 23 TUCSON
Dillinger Day
Historic Hotel Congress - Celebrating 76th Anniversary of the Tucson capture of John Dillinger and his gang. Street closed for vintage cars, entertainment, arts & crafts, food, tours, lectures, 10a-6p, free. 520-622-8848
JAN 23 THATCHER
3rd Annual Gila River Heritage Roundup
Graham County Museum, 3430 W. Hwy 70 - Cowboy performers, music, storytelling & poetry, student poets, chuckwagon BBQ ($7), museum tours, 10-4, free adm. Eastern AZ College - eve performance, $10 adv, $12 door. 928-428-0470
JAN 23 TUBAC, AZ
16th Annual Collector Car Show
Tubac Golf Resort - 500 vehicles including street rods, motorcycles, trucks and antique collector cars. Sponsored by the Santa Cruz Valley Car Nuts. 520-398-2704
JAN 27-29 HOLBROOK-SCOTTSDALE
52nd Annual Hashknife Pony Express Ride
Hashknife Sheriff's Posse rides out Wed. 8a on 200-mile reenactment relay ride delivering mail to Scottsdale Waterfront Property at Hashknife statue, noon on Fri. Come watch, send mail! 602-616-6901
JAN 27-31 QUARTZSITE
13th Annual Hobby, Craft & Gem Show
Big Top, half mile S of I-10 on Hwy 95 - 100s of vendors, crafts, Native American art, custom clothing, jewelry, home products, gems, demos, food, 9a-5p, free adm & parking. 714-377-7940
JAN 29-30 SUN CITY WEST/SURPRISE
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Sundome Plaza, RH Johnson Blvd & Camino del Sol - Beautiful art & crafts, Fri & Sat 9-5. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
JAN 29-31 CASA GRANDE
Pinal County's Agri-Country 24th Annual Bluegrass Jamboree, Arts & Crafts Bazaar, Car Show & Tractor Pull
Pinal County Fairgrounds - Includes wide variety of entertainment, 9a-6p, $5, under 12 free. 520-509-3555, Vendors: 520-866-7650
JAN 29-31 TUCSON
Mineral Madness Showcase & Sale
Arizona Sonora Desert Museum - Find treasures for your collection (prices start under $1!), activities for families (starting 11a), Miner's Story Project, 9a-4p, adm $13, $4.25 ages 6-12. 520-883-2702, www.desertmuseum.org
JAN 29-FEB 7 QUARTZSITE
Tyson Wells Art & Craft Fair
SW corner of I-10 and Hwy 95 - Artisans sell unbelievable variety of their own handcrafted works, food vendors, free adm. 928-927-6364
JAN. 29 & 30 TUCSON
Mars Approaches!
SkyNights evening observing at the Summit of Mt Lemmon – Every few years the Earth passes Mars in its journey around the Sun and we are given front row seats to view our Martian neighbor up close and personal. $48/adult, $25/youth (ages7-18), 520-626-8122, http://skycenter.arizona.edu
JAN 30-31 QUARTZSITE
12th Annual Quartzsite Rock & Roll Classic Car Show
Big Top, half mile S of I-10 on Hwy 95 - Hundreds of vehicles, hot rods, street rods, customs and classic cars, 9a-5p, free adm & parking. 714-377-7940
JAN 30-31 MESA
20th Annual High Noon's Western Americana Show & Auction
Mesa Convention Center - Show: 150+ dealers, spurs, chaps, saddles, textiles, photos, western art, Sat 9-4:30, Sun 10-4, $10 day, $15 wkend. Auction: Sat 5p. 310-202-9010, www.highnoon.com
JAN 30-31 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
JAN 30-31 GREER/PINETOP
Winter Games 2010
Sunrise Park Resort, 20 mi E. of McNary on Hwy 273 off Hwy 260 - Dog sled races. Hon-Dah Resort's Winter Festival - Dog weight pull, ice sculpting, chili/salsa cookoff, food, entertainment & much more. 1-800-WAY-UP-HI, www.hon-dah.com
JAN 30-31 SUPERIOR
2nd Annual Home Tour, Art & Antique Show
Superior Chamber, 230 Main St - Restored and remodeled homes, buildings & movie sets, ticket $8 advance, $10 day of, 10a-4p. Free Art & Antique Show. Watch world famous Mata Ortiz potters at work. 520-689-0200
JAN 30-31 LAKE HAVASU CITY
National Senior Pro Rodeo
SARA Park - 1p, adm. $10 single day, $15 two-day pass, children 17 & under free. www.seniorrodeo.com
JAN 31-FEB 14 TUCSON
American Indian Exposition
Flamingo Hotel Ballroom, Stone & Drachman - The finest collection of American Indian art, crafts & food directly from the Native American artist, Su-Th 10-5, Fr-Sa 10-6. Free adm. 520-622-4900
FEB 1-28 GLOBE
Pieces of Friendship XX - Quilt Show
Cobre Valley Center for the Arts - Quilts from all of southern Gila County and surrounding communities! Mon-Fri 10a-5p, Sat 10-4, Sun noon-4p. 800-804-5623
FEB 4-6 PARKER
BlueWater Resort & Casino Parker 425 "The Legend Lives On"
Exciting off road races for cars and trucks, finishing at Bluewater Resort & Casino. Call the Best in the Desert for more info: 702-457-5775
FEB 4-7 PARKER
38th Spring GFWC-AZ Parker WomanÕs Civic Club, Inc. --- Potpourri
Western Park on Riverside Dr - Thursday thru Sunday, large craft show & swap meet, food vendors, round-the-clock security, 8a-5p, free adm. (Set up Wed 2/3.) 928-667-2109
FEB 5-7 CASA GRANDE
7th Annual Wuertz Farm Gourd Festival
Pinal Co Fair Grounds - AzGS judged gourd show, 100+ gourd artists & vendors, Kindergourden, mini gourdster race, sailing "Regourda", food, live music, Fr-Sa 9-5, Su 10-3. Adm: $6, 12 & under free. 520-723-4432, www.wuertzfarm.com
FEB 5-7 CAREFREE
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Carefree Marketplace (Basha's), 36889 N. Tom Darlington Dr. Limited and special collection of fine art, show hours Fri-Sun 9-5, free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
FEB. 5th & 12th TUCSON
Diamonds in the Sky
SkyNights evening observing at the Summit of Mt Lemmon – This theme-based presentation literally shows you the jewels (gems) of the heavens. $60/adult, $35/youth (ages7-18), 520-626-8122, http://skycenter.arizona.edu
FEB 6-7 BUCKEYE
Buckeye Senior Pro Rodeo
Buckeye Equestrian Center - Rodeo performance 2p both days, gate opens at Noon. Food vendors. Adm $10 adults, 12 & under free. 623-327-3798
FEB 6-7 LAKE HAVASU CITY
25th Annual Winterfest
McCulloch Blvd (between Acoma & Smoketree) - Outdoor festival w/250+ vendors featuring arts & crafts, business services, live entertainment, children's activities, great food, Sa 10-5, Su 10-4, free adm. 928-855-4115
FEB 6-MAR 28 APACHE JUNCTION
AZ Renaissance Festival
US Hwy 60 - Sat's, Sun's & Presidents' Day Mon. 10a-6p: A medieval amusement park, 12-stage theater, 30-acre circus, arts & crafts fair, jousting tournament & feast - all rolled into one non-stop family adventure! Gate: Adults $20, 5-12 $10, under 5 free. 520-463-2700; www.renfestinfo.com
FEB 9-10 MESA
Canadian Snowbird Celebration
Mesa Convention Center, 201 N. Center St. - Entertainment featuring Walter Ostanek and Bowser & Blue, valuable information geared toward snowbird lifestyle, 10a-4p, free adm. 800-265-3200
FEB 10-14 TUBAC
51st Annual Tubac Festival of the Arts
Longest running art festival in AZ, art & craft booths w/ hundreds of visiting artists from around the country, horse-drawn trolleys, roving entertainers, food court, 10a-5p, free adm. 520-398-2704
FEB 10-14 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Annual Winter Blast - Western Pyrotechnics Convention
SARA Park - Fireworks displays and competition, open to public for free viewing. 800-242-8278, www.westernpyro.org
FEB 10-15 PHOENIX
Western National Shoot
Ben Avery Shooting Range - National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association, incl's Traders Row, competitive shooting, knife & tomahawk throwing, demonstrations, 8a-5p. Free to spectators. 480-557-0301, 800-745-1493
FEB 11-14 WICKENBURG
62nd Annual Gold Rush Days & Rodeo
Celebrate the town's ranching & mining heritage w/activities each day. Sat/Sun Rodeo - 2p, Sat. Rodeo Dance. Lots more! 800-942-5242, www.wickenburgchamber.com
FEB 11-14 TUCSON
Tucson Gem & Mineral Showª The Main Show
Tucson Convention Ctr - Exhibiting some of the finest "Gems & Gem Minerals" from museums & private collections. Also 300+ dealers of jewelry, minerals, etc. Th-Sa 10-6; Su 10-5. Kids' activities from Fr pm. $9.25 cash at door, cc online, 14 & under free w/adult. www.tgms.org
FEB 11-21 SCOTTSDALE
55th Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show & Shopping Expo
Westworld - Most prestigious Arabian horse show in the world. 2400 horses, 300+ vendors, 30 eateries, starts daily 8a, see website for specific show times, $10 gen, $7 Srs, under 12 free. 480-515-1500, www.scottsdaleshow.com
FEB 12 INDIO, CA
Canadian Snowbird Assoc Winter Information Meeting
Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway - Entertainment, valuable information geared toward snowbird lifestyle, 1p-4p, free adm. 800-265-3200
FEB 12-14 SIERRA VISTA
18th Annual Cochise Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering
Buena Performing Arts Center - ÒCowboys and SweetheartsÓ: Headliner shows Fri & Sat evenings & Sun matinee. Free sessions Sat 10a-5p, incl youth contest winners. Info: 520-249-2511; Artists, stage shows, tickets: www.cowboypoets.com
FEB 12-14 TUCSON
10th Annual Desert Diamond Casino Arts & Crafts Festival
I-19 & Pima Mine Rd - Finest artists & craftspeople from the SW, jewelry, clothes, wood, metal, pottery, furniture, etc. Live entertainment including Native American performers, food, Fr & Sa 10-5, Su 10-4. 520-294-7777
FEB 12-14 CAMP VERDE
10th Annual Pecan, Wine & Antique Festival
Community Center, Main St - Locally grown pecans for taste & sale, wine tasting from premier wineries, jazz, antique booths & more! Fr 12-6, Sa 9-6, Su 10-5.
800-827-1160
FEB 12-14 CAVE CREEK
Stagecoach Fine Art & Wine Affaire
7100 E. Cave Creek Road - Juried show of 125+ world class artists, wine-tasting ($10 incl's engraved wine goblet), live entertainment, local food, 10a-5p, $3. Free Parking. 480-837-5637
FEB 12-14 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Lake Havasu Rockabilly Reunion
LH State Park, Windsor 4 - Pre '68 car show, bike show, carnival, vendors, pin-up girl contest, live music & entertainment. 928-230-6719, www.eventsallaround.net
FEB 12-15 CASA GRANDE
43rd Annual O'Odham Tash Indian Days
Features a parade and rodeo w/ approx 600 Native American contestants from as far away as Canada, traditional ceremonial dances and beautiful Native American crafts & art works for sale. 520-836-4723
FEB 13 FLORENCE
Tour of Historic Florence
Visit homes on the Nat'l Historic Register, also farmers market, antique & collectible sale. Free shuttle, 9a-4p, $10 advance, $12 day of, 18 & under free. Tickets at Visitor Center. 866-977-4496, www.florencemainstreet.com
FEB 13 BISBEE
19th Annual Chocolate Tasting
Copper Queen Library, 6 Main St - Delectable desserts combined with live music and other entertainment make this event a must for lovers of fine things, 6-9p, tickets $10 advance, $12 door. 520-432-4232
FEB 13 SILVER CITY, NM
Chocolate Fantasia
Sample fantastic chocolate candies at various downtown stores and galleries. 575-538-2505
FEB 13-14 PHOENIX
54th Annual VNSA Used Book Sale
State Fairgrounds Exhibit Building - 600,000+ books. Proceeds benefit local charities. Sa 8a-6p, Su 8a-4p, free adm. Fairgrounds charge parking fee. 602-265-6805, www.vnsabooksale.org
FEB 13-14 GOLD CANYON
Fine Arts & Crafts Show
Gold Canyon Village, 6974 E. Hwy 60 (1/4 mile west of Mountain Brook Dr) - Show hours 9-5. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
FEB. 13th & 14th TUCSON
Astro Amore
SkyNights evening observing at the Summit of Mt Lemmon – Spend a romantic Valentine’s Day under the stars looking at constellations and other heavenly bodies that both captivated the ancients and continue to elicit amorous feelings today. $60/person, 520-626-8122, http://skycenter.arizona.edu
FEB 16 YUMA
Canadian Snowbird Assoc Winter Information Meeting
Yuma Civic & Convention Center, 1440 Desert Hills Dr - Entertainment, valuable information geared toward snowbird lifestyle, 1p-4p, free adm. 800-265-3200
FEB 17-20 LAKE HAVASU CITY
FLW Stren Series Tournament & College Fishing Tournament
270-205-6918, www.flwoutdoors.com
February 17-21
Walking With Dinosaurs
Tucson Convention Center
Wed. – Fri. 7:00pm | Sat. 11:00am, 3:00pm & 7:00pm | Sun. 1:00 & 5:00pm
The show originated in Australia, where after years of planning, WALKING WITH DINOSAURS came to life at Sydney’s Acer Arena in January 2007. The show proved itself such a sensation, that this North American tour was fast-tracked. It began a short three months after completing its sold out engagements in Australia.
Tickets: $19.50 - $57.50
Tucson Convention Center
260 S. Church Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 791-4101
FEB 19-21 GOODYEAR
Goodyear Rodeo Days
Estrella Mountain Regional Park - Senior pro rodeo. Fr 9a: Slack Day, free adm. Sa & Su, gate opens 11a, performance 2p, $8 adults, $7 seniors, $4 ages 5-12. Sa: BBQ dinner & dance $6. Event pending, call to confirm: 623-327-3798
FEB 19-21 CAVE CREEK
Fine Art & Fine Craft Festival
Frontier Town (Silver Spur Saloon & Eatery), 6245 E Cave Creek Rd - Paintings, metal art & tables, copper wall hangings, photography, unusual clothing, jewelry & more. Fri & Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4, free adm & parking. 602-789-7222
FEB 20 SALOME
17th Great AZ Outback Chili Cook-Off
Centennial Community Center - Chili & salsa competition & tasting, poker runs incl 4-wheel & horse, aircraft contests, classic car show, art show & exhibit, Outback Auction, quilt show, 9a-4p.
www.azoutback.com/chili.htm
928-859-3846
FEB 20 SCOTTSDALE
57th Annual Parada del Sol Parade
Scottsdale Rd, Oak St to Indian School - World's largest horse drawn parade, western pageantry, dancing troupes, bands, 10a. Trail's End Celebration after w/live music, shopping, food, Kids Zone till 5p, free. 480-990-3179, www.paradadelsol.org
FEB 20 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Geo Cache Bash
Cattail Cove State Park - Search for hidden treasure! Be sure to bring your handheld GPS unit. Begins w/ brief history of GPS and the sport's etiquette. Raffle prizes and fun for the whole family! 10a-2p. 928-855-1223
FEB 20 TUCSON
9th Annual Arizona Animal Fair
Reid Park - Demonstrations, entertainment, food court & beer garden, 100+ exhibitors and over 30 animal rescue agencies.10a-4p, free. 520-275-0445
FEB 20-21 GLOBE
26th Annual Historic Home & Building Tour, Antique & Quilt Show
Downtown - From 9a, last tour 3p. $15 adults/$10 seniors & youth. Antique Show & Quilt Show free w/tour. 800-804-5623
FEB 20-21 MESA
21st Annual Desert Woodcarving Show & Sale
Mesa Centennial Hall, Bldg C, 201 N Center - Judged woodcarving competition, fine woodworking show, wood sculpture, supplies, demos, prizes, raffles, Sat- soapcarving for kids. Sa 9-5 & Su 10-4, donation $5, under 14 free. 480-951-6175
FEB 20-21 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
FEB 20-21 MESA
44th Annual Jewelry, Gem, Rock & Mineral Show
Skyline HS, 845 S. Crismon Rd (exit 192 Rt. 60) - Dealers sell jewelry, gems, rocks, fossils, lapidary supplies & equipment. Also door prizes, silent auction, food. Sat 9a-5p, Sun 10a-4p, adults $3, students $1, under 12 free. 480-982-7760, www.apachejunctionrockclub.org
FEB 20-28 TUCSON
85th Annual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros¨ -- The Tucson Rodeo
Tucson Rodeo Grounds - PRCA Rodeo, largest outdoor winter rodeo in US. Six performances: Feb. 20 & 21 and 25-28. Tickets $16 - $26, all seats are reserved, starts 12:30p. 800-964-5662, www.tucsonrodeo.com
FEB 21 TUCSON
Fords on Fourth Classic All Fords Auto Show
Fourth Ave - Fords of all types, Tucson's trolley, lots of great restaurants and shops. Presented by Southern AZ Mustang Club, oldest Mustang Club in world. 8a-3p, free adm. 520-624-5004, www.fourthavenue.org
FEB 21-28 SEDONA
16th Annual Sedona International Film Festival & Workshop
One Full Week of "Reel" Magic - Documentaries, shorts, features, and animations from around the world; fabulous parties. Ticket info: 888-399-FILM
FEB. 24th & 25th TUCSON
Wrangling the Stars
SkyNights evening observing at the Summit of Mt Lemmon – Celebrate the heritage of the American West experiencing what cowboys saw while tending to their cattle or sitting around a campfire at night – and get the flavor of the western chuckwagon dinner! $48/adult, $25/youth (ages7-18), 520-626-8122, http://skycenter.arizona.edu
FEB 25 TUCSON
Tucson Rodeo Parade
Irvington Rd & S. Sixth Ave - The largest non-motorized parade in the world, 150 western-themed floats and buggies, Mexican folk dancers and musicians, prompt start 9a. Grandstand seating $6/$4, for tickets: 520-294-1280, www.TucsonRodeoParade.org
FEB 26-27 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Hava BBQ London Bridge Style
Windsor Beach State Park #4 grass area - Fri. Noon-9p, Sat. 10a-7p, adm: $2 for parking. 928-680-3815, www.havabbq.com
FEB 26-28 APACHE JUNCTION
Lost Dutchman Days
Community celebrates Lost Dutchman legend - Professional rodeo & rodeo dance, carnival, two stages w/ free entertainment, 100+ vendors of arts, crafts & food, wild horse & burro adoption, themed parade on 27th. 800-252-3141 or 1-888-75 RODEO
FEB 26-28 SCOTTSDALE
Parada Del Sol PRCA Rodeo
WestWorld of Scottsdale - Bull riding, saddle bronc, team roping, barrel racing, and all the usual rodeo events; live music after each perf. Call for times & ticket prices. 480-990-3179, www.paradadelsol.org
FEB 26-28 FOUNTAIN HILLS
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Plaza Fountainside, 12645 N Saguaro Blvd (located near the big fountain) - Show hours Fri-Sun 9-5. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
FEB 26-28 CAVE CREEK
Out West Art Fest
Stagecoach Village, 7100 E Cave Creek Rd - Juried show w/85 local & nationally-acclaimed artists offering contemporary and Western art, live music, food, artist demos,10a-5p, free adm. & parking. 480-575-6624, www.OutWestArtFest.org
FEB 27 ARIZONA CITY
Arizona City Daze
Fire Dept. complex, Sunland Gin Rd - Parade 9a, festival immediately after w/arts & crafts, free live entertainment, carnival, games, food vendors, free adm. 520-466-5141
FEB 27 QUARTZSITE
7th Annual "It's Chili in Quartzsite" Chili Cookoff & State Salsa Championship
Tyson Wells Showgrounds - CASI sanctioned, entrants from all over US, also People's Choice w/ cash prizes (1st is $1000). Public free adm, $4 tasting fee (starts noon), big raffle, entertainment, 10a-4p. 928-927-9321
MAR 5-6 CASA GRANDE
52nd Annual Cactus Antique Aircraft Fly-In
Municipal Airport - Antique, classic, warbird, replica and homebuilt aircraft will be on display, Fri & Sat, 8a-5p. Sponsored by the Arizona Antique Aircraft Association. Terry: 520-836-7447
MAR 5-7 COOLIDGE
Cotton Days
San Carlos Park, 320 W Central - Parade, "Ride to the Ruins" biker rally & bike show (Sat), arts & crafts, live entertainment, food, beer garden, carnival, cotton bale rolling contest, Fri 12-10p, Sat 10a-10p, Sun noon-5p. 520-723-3009
MAR 5-7 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Bluegrass on the Beach
Lake Havasu State Park - Some of the country's best talent incl the 7 time IBMA winner for Fiddle Player of the Year: Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper. Band workshops, art & craft / food vendors, raffles, jamming & more, 10a-6p. 209-785-4693, www.landspromotions.com
MAR 5-7 CAREFREE
Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival
Downtown - World-class festival with 165 strictly juried fine artists, wine tasting ($10 incl's engraved wine glass), live entertainment, 10a-5p, adm $3. 480-837-5637
MAR 6 CASA GRANDE
32nd Annual AZ State Open Chili Championship
Ed Hooper Park, 2525 N Pinal Ave - Cookoff, tasting cups on sale, plus arts & crafts vendors, food, live entertainment, 10a-6p, free adm. 520-560-2256
MAR 6 KANAB, UT
North Rim Regulators Shoot
Kane County Shooting Range, Hwy 89 three mi. N of Kanab - Cowboy competitive action shooting. Participants dress in costumes of the old west. The starting time varies with the seasons, call: 435-644-5053
MAR 6-7 AVONDALE
Tres Rios Nature & Earth Festival
B & M Wildlife Area, Avondale Blvd, 5 miles S of I-10 - Free fishing clinic, canoe floats, wildlife watching, live music, recycling exhibits. Free adm & parking. 623-932-2260, www.tresriosnaturefestival.com
MAR 6-7 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
MAR 6-7 GOLD CANYON
Fine Arts & Crafts Show
Gold Canyon Village, 6974 E. Hwy 60 (1/4 mile west of Mountain Brook Dr) - Show hours 9-5. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
MAR 6-7 PAYSON
Western Collectibles & Firearms Show
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino -Antique, black powder and modern firearms, gun parts, Indian artifacts, knives, Old West memorabilia, cleaning supplies, much more! 9a-5p. Reserve table: Bill Johnson, 928-772-4247; azterritorial@hotmail.com More info: 800-777-7529
MAR 6-7 FLAGSTAFF
Holistic Wellness Faire
High Country Conference Center, 201 W Butler - 48 exhibitors offer alternative therapies, body & energy work, intuitive readings, wellness products & toys, plus speakers! 10a-6p, $3. 928-204-5912, www.AZHolisticEvents.com
MAR 11-21 SAN DIEGO, CA
San Diego Latino Film Festival
UltraStar Mission Valley Cinemas, 7510 Hazard Center Dr - 175+ feature films from Latin America, US, Spain and Mexico. Close to 100 special guest celebrities/ filmmakers, Gala Celebrations, filmmaker workshops & more! 619-230-1938
MAR 12-13 SUN LAKES
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
ACE Plaza (Dobson & Riggs) - Limited and special collection of fine art & craft, Fri-Sat 9-5. Free adm. & parking. 602-789-7222
MAR 12-14 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Havasu Art Guild's 30th Annual Juried Spring Show
Community Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave - Show & sale of fine arts & crafts from all over the West, artists welcome, Fr 10-2, Sa 10-4, Su 10-3. Free adm. 928-854-6191
MAR 12-14 COTTONWOOD
35th Verde Valley Gem & Mineral Show
Verde Valley Fairgrounds, 800 E Cherry St - Worldwide gems & minerals, lapidary & jewelry tools & supplies, children's activities, raffles & silent auctions, free mineral & gem ID Sat.10-3 only. Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun.10-4. 928-634-7452
MAR 12-14 SCOTTSDALE
2010 Scottsdale Arts Festival
Civic Center Grounds - Nearly 200 jury-selected artists, gourmet food, live musical entertainment, children's activities, $7, 12 & under free, Fr-Sa 10a-6p, Su 10a-5p, free parking. 480-994-ARTS
MAR 12-14 SCOTTSDALE
Goodguys 1st Spring Nationals
WestWorld - 1972 and older rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and tricked out trucks; vendor exhibits, swap meet, cars for sale corral, model car show. Fri & Sat 8-5, Sun 8-3. 925-838-9876, www.good-guys.com
MAR 13 CHLORIDE
Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade & Celebration
Parade (12p), gunfighter reenactments, corned beef and cabbage, vendors, live music. 928-565-4888
MAR 13 AJO
10th Annual Sonoran Shindig
Bud Walker Park - Sonoran desert celebration, activities for the whole family, live music, displays, info booths, coyote howling contest, raffles, food, and fun just for kids, 10a-3p, free adm. 520-387-7742
MAR 13-14 PARKER
Annual Parker Marathon Water Ski Races
BlueWater Resort & Casino - High speed water ski marathon, racecourse extends from BlueWater to La Paz County Park and return, races start daily at 9a. 928-669-7035
MAR 13-14 TUCSON
28th Annual Wa:k Pow Wow
San Xavier Del Bac Mission - Native American inter-tribal dancing, contests, Native American food/arts & crafts, Sa 10:30a-11p, Su 10a-7p. Adults $9, children $7, 6 & under free, parking $3. 520-573-4000
MAR 13-14 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
MAR 13-14 LITCHFIELD PARK
12th Annual Litchfield Park Art & Culinary Festival
Historic downtown by legendary Wigwam Resort - One of the SouthwestÕs premier outdoor art festivals, 200+ fine artists & craftsmen, live music, wine tastings & culinary demos, 9a-5p, free adm & parking. 623-935-9040
MAR 13-14 PICACHO
Civil War in the Southwest
Picacho Peak State Park - Re-enactments of Civil War battle for Pichaco Pass & two other SW battles. Period costumes, encampments, Civil War memorabilia & food booths. $8/car up to 4 people, $2 each add'l, 10a-4p. 520-466-3183
MAR 14 FOUNTAIN HILLS
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Plaza Fountainside, 12645 N Saguaro Blvd (located near the big fountain) - Fountain water dyed green in celebration of St. Patrick's Day. Show hours 9-5. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
MAR 18-21 SCOTTSDALE
National Festival of the West 20th Anniversary Celebration
WestWorld - Huge Western shopping expo, Western music jamboree, cowboy poetry gathering, Western TV & film celebrities, Chuck Wagon Cook Offs, lots more; from 10a. 602-996-4387, www.festivalofthewest.com
MAR 19-20 LAKE HAVASU CITY
3rd Annual Western Winter Nationals Havasu 95 Speedway Race
SARA Park, Hwy 95 South - Gates open 4p, racing 6p. 928-716-6300, www.havasu95speedway.com
MAR 19-21 SACATON
Mul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo
Gila River Indian Community, I-10 exit 175 (fr Phx) - All Indian Rodeo, Pow Wow, parade, carnival, arts/crafts, games & sports, battle of the bands, 13-54 yrs $6, 55+ & ages 6-12 $4, 5 & under free. 520-562-6087/9853
MAR 19-21 SUPERIOR
Superior Apache Leap Mining Festival
Parade, entertainment, mining competitions, carnival. Fr 5-10p, Sa 9a-11p, Su 10a-6p. Free. 520-689-0200
MAR 19-21 TUCSON
40th Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair
4th Ave - One of top 100 festivals in the US, 400+ booths of arts & crafts, food vendors, 2 big music stages, street performers, kids "Van Grow" hands-on art pavilion, 10a-dusk, free adm. 520-624-5004, www.fourthavenue.org
MAR 19-21 BUCKEYE
Helzapoppin' PRCA Rodeo
Helzapoppin' Rodeo Grounds - Rodeo performance Fri & Sat 7p, Sun 1p, dance Sat eve at 9p. Tickets: $10 adults (includes dance), $5 ages 4-12, dance alone $5. 623-386-2727
MAR 19-21 LAKE HAVASU CITY
28th Annual Home Show
High School, 2675 S. Palo Verde - Find everything for your home, enhance your lifestyle! Focus is on "All Working Together." Colorado River Building Industry Assoc. Free adm! Fr 3:30-7p, Sa 9a-5p, Su 9a-3p. 928-453-7755
MAR 19-21 LAKE HAVASU CITY
World Off-Road Championship Series ATV
Crazy Horse Campgrounds - 7:30a-5:30p. 435-635-1597, www.worcsracing.com
MAR 19-21 FOUNTAIN HILLS
6th Annual Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine Affaire
Ave of the Fountains - Juried show of 125+ world class artists, wine-tasting ($10 incl's engraved wine goblet), live entertainment, local food, 10a-5p, $3. Free Parking. 480-837-5637
MAR 19-21 CAVE CREEK
Fine Art & Craft Festival
Frontier Town (Silver Spur Saloon & Eatery), 6245 E Cave Creek Rd - Paintings, metal art & tables, copper wall hangings, photography, unusual clothing, jewelry & more. Fri & Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4, free adm & parking. 602-789-7222
MAR 20 MESA
A Night in the 40's
Falcon Field Airport - AZ Wing CAF: Live Big Band, WWII Musical Show, jitterbug & costume contests. Dance in the shadow of a vintage B-17 WWII bomber, fundraiser for museum, $35/adv, $40/door. Meal extra. 480-924-1940, www.bigbanddance.com
MAR 20 PATAGONIA
Annual Mariachi Festival
Patagonia Lake State Park - A number of Mariachi bands perform, variety of food vendors, 12-5p. 520-287-6965
MAR 25-28 KEARNY
Pioneer Days 50th Annual Celebration
Pioneer Park on Veterans Ave - Parade Sat 10a, carnival & food vendors Thurs on, Copper Thimbles Quilt Show Fri & Sat, live entertainment all weekend. Thurs & Fri 5-10p, Sat 12p-12a, Sun 12-4p, free adm. 520-363-7607
MAR 26-27 CHANDLER
Chandler Jazz Festival
Downtown, A J Chandler Park - An exciting jazz fest featuring various bands, several venues. Free adm. Fr 4:45-9:30p, Sa 1-9:30p. 480-782-2665
MAR 26-28 TUCSON
Spring Artisans Market
Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N Main Ave in Historic Downtown - 100+ of the finest artisans in the Southwest offering a wide variety of exquisite, handmade works, 10a-5p, free adm. 520-624-2333
MAR 26-28 CAREFREE
9th Sonoran Festival of Fine Art
Town Center - Juried show w/100 local & nationally-acclaimed artists, food booths, farmer's market, entertainment, exhibits about wildlife & desert preservation, 10a-5p, free adm. 480-575-6624
MAR 26-28 LAKE HAVASU CITY
World Off-Road Championship Series Motorcycle
Crazy Horse Campgrounds - 7:30a-5:30p. 435-635-1597, www.worcsracing.com
MAR 27-28 TUBAC
ArtWalk
I-19, exit 34 - Walking tour of Tubac's renowned studios and galleries, including artists' demonstrations of works in progress, 10a-5p, free adm. 520-398-2704
MAR 27-28 GLOBE
Celebrate AZ Archaeology Month
Besh-Ba-Gowah - 2 tours Sat, 1 tour Sun, pottery and basket weaving demonstrations, Apache Crown Dancers, 9a-5p. Sa-Free, Su-$4 ages 12-64, $3 for 65+, under 12 free. 928-425-0320
MAR 27-28 PHOENIX
Arizona Game and Fish DepartmentÕs Outdoor Expo
Ben Avery Shooting Facility, Carefree Hwy, 1 mile west of I-17 - Live wildlife, shooting of all kinds, fishing, archery, OHV & boating recreation, hands-on activities & workshops, exhibitors, food booths, 9a-5p, free parking & adm. www.azgfd.gov/expo
MAR 27-28 GOLD CANYON
Fine Arts & Crafts Show
Gold Canyon Village, 6974 E. Hwy 60 (1/4 mile west of Mountain Brook Dr) - Show hours 9-5. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
APR 3-4 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
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