FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS

Arizona Renaissance Festival

When: Feb. 4 – April 2

Where: 12601 E. U.S. Highway 60, Gold Canyon

What: Don’t miss raucous revelry at the annual Arizona Renaissance Festival! 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

Wm Phoenix Open

When: Feb. 6 -12

Where: TPC Scottsdale, 17020 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale

What: Known as both the “Greenest Show on Grass” for its sustainability efforts — it’s the world’s largest zerowaste event — and as The People’s Open, for short, the tournament annually brings golf’s biggest names to TPC Scottsdale for the PGA Tour’s best-attended event. The tournament consistently ranks among the best golf tournaments and, in past years, has drawn upwards of 600,000 fans. Info: wmphoenixopen.com

BALLET ARIZONA: GISELLE

When: Feb. 9 - 12

Where: 5601 N. 16th St., Phoenix

What: This ghost-filled, haunting masterpiece is one of the most beloved and romantic ballets of all time. Giselle tells the tragic yet passionate tale of a lovely young woman who dies of a broken heart. The ballet is famous for the Wilis, maiden spirits who take revenge on the young nobleman that betrayed Giselle. Achingly beautiful, Giselle is an enrapturing work of art that draws audiences in with themes of enduring love, tragedy, and romance.

Info: themadison.org

“THE FROG PRINCE”

When: Feb. 16 - 26

Where: Mesa Arts Center, One E. Main St.

What: Marion may still be a maid, but she is her own hero. When she learns of a nefarious scheme, Marion escapes to Sherwood Forest where she meets the one and only Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men. However, their reputation doesn’t quite meet reality and Marion must help lead them against the Sheriff of Nottingham and Prince John –saving England and into a legend! Info: mesaartscenter.com

“THE GLASS MENAGERIE”

When: Feb. 16 – March 5

Where: Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix

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

World Championship Hoop Dance Contest

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

Arizona Strong Beer Festival

When: Feb. 18

Where: Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale

What: Explore new brews and delight in your favorite breweries, while enjoying a fun-filled day with friends and family at the iconic Strong Beer Festival presented by the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild.

Info: saltriverfields.com/strongbeer-fest-feb-18

Indie Film Fest 2023

When: Feb. 21 - 25

Where: Downtown Phoenix

What: This visual three-day extravaganza in downtown Phoenix includes dramatic and documentary features, short films, and multimedia installations. There are also host filmmaker table readings, panel discussions, and live music events all over downtown Phoenix. Info: indiefilmfest.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 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-livetickets

STEMS & GEMS

When: Feb. 24 - 26

Where: Fountain Hills Fountain, 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills

What: Now in its 49th year, this threeday juried art fair features nearly 500 artists and artisans from across the United States and around the globe and attracts 200,000+ visitors. Food booths, beer garden, and seating areas abound throughout the venue, with great breakfast, lunch, and rest stops situated at locations in the middle and at both ends of the festival area. Info: allevents.in/fountain hills/stems-and-gems-is-atfountain-festival-of-fine-artsspring/200023430325144

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 skyscraping dinosaurs bring supersized family fun. Get up close to 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 from page 26

Maricopa County Home Show

When: Feb. 24 – 25

Where: State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Way, Glendale

What: The Home & Garden Show features 850 vendor booths, local experts, and inspiration all in one place for one weekend only.

Info: maricopacountyhomeshows.com

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 will feature 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

ON DECK: MARCH

BEER, BOURBON, BARBEQUE AND BANDS FESTIVAL

When: March 3 & 4

Where: Dr. A.J. Chandler Park West, 3 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler

What: Pedal Haus Brewery and SanTan Brewing Company host the Beer, Bourbon, Barbeque and Bands Festival. Featuring an impressive lineup of bands, award-winning beers and bourbon, and a lineup of world-class barbeque including Pork on a Fork, West Alley BBQ, Honey Bear’s BBQ, Joe’s Real BBQ, and more.

Info: eventbrite.com/e/beer-bourbonbbq-festival-tickets-500870074877