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What's Happening February 2023
parties, educational seminars, family-focused events, and an international cuisine court, the event features more than 300 vendor booths, offering everything from jewelry, clothing, and works of art.
Info: scottsdaleshow.com
“THE GLASS MENAGERIE”
When: Feb. 16 – March 5
Where: Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix are on the autism spectrum or have similar challenges. Azure concerts are approximately 45 minutes in length, followed by an instrument petting zoo. Family members and caregivers of all ages are welcome to attend. All behaviors welcome!
Info: tetraquartet.org/azure
World Championship Hoop Dance Contest
Arizona Renaissance Festival
When: Through April 2
Where: 12601 E. U.S. Highway 60, Gold Canyon
What: Don't miss raucous revelry at the annual Arizona Renaissance Festival! The Arizona Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 50-acre circus, a 16-stage theater, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament, and a feast - all rolled into one non-stop, day-long family adventure.

Info: arizona.renfestinfo.com
What: Amanda lives in an illusion of recapturing her faded Southern Belle glory. Her daughter Laura lives in a fantasy world of delicate glass figurines, and her son Tom dreams poetically of a world beyond the back stoop. When Tom brings home a gentleman caller to meet his sister, their lives are upturned. “The Glass Menagerie” weaves these lives into a heart-stopping dance of hopes pursued and dreams betrayed.
Info: atc.org
When: Feb. 18 - 19
Where: Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
What: Top American Indian and Canadian First Nations hoop dancers will compete at the Heard Museum for the prestigious World Champion title and cash prizes. At this two-day competition, men and women compete on an equal field.
Info: heard.org
Chocolate Affaire
When: Feb. 18 – Feb. 19
Where: Glendale Civic Center, 5750 W. Glenn Dr., Glendale
Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
When: Feb. 16 – Feb. 26
Where: WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale
What: The largest event of its kind in the world, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show attracts hundreds of thousands of spectators. In addition to exciting competitions, gala
Azure Family Concert With Tetra String Quartet
When: Feb. 18
Where: Tempe History Museum, 809 E. Southern Ave., Tempe
What: Presented by the Tetra String Quartet, Azure concerts are fun, friendly, and engaging performances tailored to children and young adults who

What: The Chocolate Affaire is the premiere event for chocolate lovers everywhere. The event brings unique chocolate experiences to the city of Glendale for a two-day exhibition of 50+ chocolatiers, wine tastings, food demonstrations, live music, and familyfriendly interactive experiences! Enjoy free admission and free parking.
Info: thechocolateaffaire.com
Jurassic Quest
When: Feb. 24 – 26
Where: Bell Bank Park, 6321 S. Ellsworth Rd., Mesa
What: The classic indoor adventure is back! Jurassic Quest and sky-scraping dinosaurs bring supersized family fun. Get up close to
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EVENTS FREE @Avondaleparksandrec life-size, realistic dinos, and even see them move and roar! Whether the dinos had skin that was scaly, feathers, or fur, Jurassic Quest has spared no expense to bring the dinosaurs to life.
Info: bellbankpark.com
“PAW
PATROL” LIVE
When: Feb. 24 - 26
Where: Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix
What: Nickelodeon's hit show “PAW Patrol” is on a roll with a live tour! The whole family will enjoy a PAWsome show complete with heroic characters, fun songs and dances, interactive elements, and captivating storylines!
Info: seatgeek.com/paw-patrol-live-tickets
TRES RIOS NATURE FESTIVAL
When: Feb. 25-26
Where: Tres Rios Base & Meridian Wildlife Area, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale
What: Celebrate with us at this environmentally sustainable event. Activities include guided bird tours, canoeing, fishing, zip lining and wildlife education at the nature center.
Info: avondaleaz.gov/events
Innings Festival
When: Feb. 25 – 26
Where: Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe

What: Innings Festival is a two-day event that features rock, pop and country performances, culinary demos, as well as curated food vendors, fun family activations and appearances by professional baseball players. This year's festival features Green Day, Eddie Vedder, Randy Johnson, and more.
Info: inningsfestival.com