MARCH HAPPENINGS

ARIZONA COCKTAIL WEEKEND

When: March 10 - 13

Where: Multiple locations

What: Arizona Cocktail Weekend hosts three signature evenings of events, while the best brands in the industry showcase their top spirits via everything from branddriven happy hours and parties to educational seminars filled with craft cocktails, friends, and unforgettable memories around Phoenix.

Info: arizonacocktailweekend.com

ARIZONA TACO & MARGARITA FESTIVAL

When: March 11

Where: State Farm Stadium, 9591

W. Sportsman’s Park, Glendale

What: Taco trucks and margarita vendors converge on The Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium for a day of food and fun.

Info: arizonatacofest.com

TRILOGY ARTISANS LEAGUE

ANNUAL SPRING ART WALK

When: March 11 & 12

Where: Trilogy at Vistancia, 30500 N. 131st Avenue Peoria AZ

What: Starting with only 20-plus artists 15 years ago, this Art Walk has grown to over 40 homes, showing all forms of art as well as a group exhibiting at the Mita Club. Maps and directories will be available at both the Mita and Kiva clubhouses during the event, which runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: theartisansleague.com

CHANDLER CHAMBER OSTRICH FESTIVAL

When: March 16 - 19

Where: Tumbleweed Park, 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler

What: The Ostrich Festival features live ostriches, national and local entertainment, thrilling stage shows, over 50 exhilarating midway rides and games, classic festival food, interactive activities for all ages, meet and greets with your favorite mascots, ostrich-themed educational activities, exciting attractions, upscale arts and crafts and much more. This year’s performers include Train and more. Info: ostrichfestival.com

CAREFREE FINE ART & WINE FESTIVAL

When: March 17 - 19

Where: Downtown Carefree, Easy Street, Carefree

What: More than 165 juried artists from throughout the United States and abroad will participate displaying impressive small, medium, and life-sized bronze sculptures, sparkling hand-blown glass vessels, rope baskets, wood, clay, and mixed media sculptures, one of a kind handcrafted jewelry, exceptional photography, and much more. The festival also accommodates the return of Arizona’s largest wine-tasting event, providing a unique opportunity to sample an extensive collection of domestic and imported wines. Info: thunderbirdartists.com

Destination Arizona Caribfest

When: March 19

Where: Heritage Square, 113 N. 6th St., Phoenix

What: The Annual Destination Arizona CaribFest feature a variety of performances with educational pieces that are enjoyable for your family, with a variety of cultural groups, including a steel pan group, performers, Indian Dancers, the Fushicho Daiko Dojo group, and DJs. Info: dacarnival.com

18TH ANNUAL ARIZONA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL

When: March 25 & 26

Where: Tempe Town Lake–North Shore, 550 E. Tempe Town Lake, Tempe

What: Join the Arizona Dragon Boat Association for two days of exciting dragon boat competition with teams from all over the United States and beyond. Dragon Boat Racing is a unique water sports activity that is sure to provide everyone an exciting experience. Info: azdba.org/festival-2023 legendary rock musicians Kenny Loggins and Kansas headlining two exciting days of living the good life at Schnepf Farms at the 12th Annual Shea Homes Good Life Festival presented by Subaru. In addition to world-class rock n’ roll, the event features fabulous food and wine, craft beer and bourbon sampling, plus boutique shopping.

Info: thegoodlifefest.com

ARIZONA BIKE WEEK

When: March 29 – April 2

Where: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale

What: Start revving your engines – one of the country’s largest bike rallies, Arizona Bike Week rolls into town. With an expected attendance of 75,000 people, enjoy a four-night music festival in the RockYard, plus daily happy hour parties, after hours parties, stunt shows, RV and campsite camping, charity rides, contests, bike shows, factory demo rides, and all the best bands from the local music scene performing day and night in the PowerYard.

Info: azbikeweek.com

ON DECK: APRIL

BUNNY BALLOON BLAST

When: April 7 & 8

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

SHEA

Homes Good Life Festival

When: March 25 & 26

Where: Schnepf Farms, 24990 S. Rittenhouse Rd., Queen Creek

What: R Entertainment delivers

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What: Familes are invited to experience hot air ballons, free candy for the kids, a free kids zone with tons of inflatables and rides, and tethered balloon rides.

Info: saltriverfields.com/ bunnyballoonblast/