March 2016 Things To Do in Phoenix area
Spring finally has arrived, we have put a list of Spring Activities and Event that is happening around Phoenix area. Feel free to share this list with your family and friends.
Arizona Renaissance Festival
The Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 13-stage theatre, a 30-acre circus, an arts and crafts faire, a Jousting Tournament and a feast, all rolled into one non-stop, day-long, family adventure!
Date: Open Saturdays & Sundays February 6 – March 27, 2016
Time: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Location: 12601 East Highway 60, Gold Canyon AZ 85118
Cost: Advance tickets can be purchased at Fry’s Food Stores statewide. Advance discount tickets available at Fry’s are $22 for adults, $10 for kids ages 5 –12, and children under 5 are FREE.
More information: http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona
Root ‘N Boots Queen Creek
Three day event include a rodeo, rodeo dance, carnival, petting zoo and other activities.
Date & Time:
3/11/16 (Friday) 9:00am – 9:30pm
3/12/16 (Saturday) 8:00am – midnight
3/13/16 (Sunday) 9:00am – 5:30pm
Location: Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Center 20464 E Riggs Road, Queen Creek
Cost: $16 rodeo admission, $18 carnival wristbands
More information: http://rootsnboots.org
Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival
A family events featuring live ostrich races and ostrich-themed activities, carnival rides and games, live entertainment and more.
Date & Time:
3/11/16 (Friday): 2:00pm – midnight
3/12/16 (Saturday): 10:00am – midnight
3/14/16 (Sunday): 10:00am – 11:00pm
Location: Tumbleweed Park 2250 S McQueen Road, Chandler
Cost: $10, $7 children ages 5-12, children under 5 are free
More information: http://ostrichfestival.com
St Patrick’s Day Parade and Faire
Phoenix St. Patrick’s Day Faire has 3 stages of Irish music, Irish step dancing, food vendors and more.
Date: 3/12/16 (Saturday)
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Irish Cultural Center 1106 N Central Ave, Phoenix
http://stpatricksdayphoenix.org/
Kite Flying Festival
A seasonal festival celebrated at the end of winter to welcome spring presented by The Pakistan Information and Cultural Organization.
Date: 3/12/16 (Saturday)
Time: 11:00am – 6:00pm
Location: Fountain Park 12925 N Saguaro Road, Fountain Hill
Cost: Free
More information: www.pakistaninformation.org
Festival of Colors
Join the India Association of Phoenix at South Mountain Park for “Holi” or “Festival of Colors, where attendees anoint themselves and others with array of vibrant-colored powders.
Date: 3/13/16
Time: 10:30am – 3:00pm
Location: South Moutain Park 10919 S Central Ave, Phoenix
Cost: $10 advance, $15 day of event
www.phoenixindiaassociation.org
Italian festival brings Italian culture, food, fashion and more.
Date & Time:
3/19/16 (Saturday): 11:00am – 9:00pm
3/20/16 (Sunday): 11:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Scottsdale Waterfront 7135 E Camelback Road, Scottsdale
Cost: $10, free for veterans and Italian Association members and children under 12 years old
More information: http://www.italianfestivalaz.com
Festival De Espana
Celebrate Spanish art and culture while enjoying live performance, Spanish food and Flamenco workshop.
Date: 3/19/16 (Saturday), 3/20/16 (Sunday)
Time: Noon – 5:00pm
Location: Phoenix Center of Arts 1202 N Third St
Cost: $20 for 6:00pm special flamenco performance
More information: http://phoenixcenterforthearts.org/events/phoenix-festival-de-espana-2016-day-1
Arizona Scottish Gathering and Highland Games
Athletic events involving showcase competitive highland dancing, pipe bands, heavy athletics, country dancing, historical re-enactments, vintage British car exhibitions and representatives of over 50 Clans
Date & Time:
3/19/16 (Saturday): 9:00am – 7:00pm
3/20/16 (Sunday): 9:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Steele Indian School Park 300 E Indian School Road, Phoenix
http://www.arizonascots.com/05games.shtml
Spark
Mesa’s Festival of Creativity provides an environment for visitor to spark their own cretivity and celebrate the artistic works.
Date: 3/18/16 (Friday) – 3/19/16 (Saturday)
Time: Noon – 10:00pm
Location: Mesa Arts Center 1 E Main St, Mesa
Cost: Free
More information: http://www.mesaartscenter.com/spark
Great American BBQ and Beer Festival
More than 100 exhibits and over 60 pit masters from across the nation serving up more than 20,000 pounds of meat.
Date: 3/19/16 (Saturday)
Time: Noon – 10:00pm
Location: Dr. AJ Chandler Park 3 S Arizona Ave, Chandler
Cost: $10 pre-sale at Basha, $12 pre-sale online, $15 at the gate. Kid under 12 are Free
More information: http://www.chandlerbbq.com
Falcon Field Open House
Family-friendly event includes aircraft flyover, food and music.
Date: 3/26/16 (Saturday)
Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Falcon Field Airport 4636 E Fighter Aces Dr
Cost: Free
More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/168757913508340