Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills BEGINS
The Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills (SCFH) is a volunteer-led nonprofit that works to protect and promote some of our community’s favorite outdoor spaces — the Fountain Hills McDowell Mountain Preserve, the Desert Botanical Garden, and the Lake Overlook Trail. SCFH is supported by donations from people like you who care about keeping these natural areas beautiful and accessible
Explore the Sonoran Desert’s nocturnal world through guided experiences that blend natural history with stargazing. Night Sky Tourist collaborates with the Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills to offer four unique spring programs under our exceptional dark skies. These free events combine desert ecology insights with night sky connections, but space is limited, and registration is required.
Please visit SCFH.org/Events for details and to sign up.
Kick Off the New Year Hike
Thur., January 1, 2026, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Golden Eagle Trailhead
Three Scenic Peaks
Mon., January 5, 2026, 8:00 am – 11:00 am Adero Canyon Trailhead
Late Afternoon Hike - North Leg Trail
Mon., January 12, 2026, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Adero Canyon Trailhead
Early morning Hike - Andrew Kinsey Trail to the AK5 Trail Marker
Wed., January 14th, 2026, 7:30 am to 10:30 pm Adero Canyon Trailhead
Butcher Jones Trail
Thur., January 15, 2026, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Library to Carpool
You Can’t Tell a Rock by its Cover
Sat., January 17, 2026, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Marcus Landslide Trail
Mon., January 19, 2026, 8:00 am – 12:30 pm Library to Carpool
Digitally Altered Artistic Photography
Tue., January 20, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:30 am Chamber of Commerce
Tortilla Trailhead to Tortilla Ranch Ruins
Wed., January 21, 2026, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Library to Carpool
Mesquite Hollow Trail Loop
Thur., January 29, 2026, 8:00 am – 11:00 am Adero Canyon Trailhead
“What’s in my Pack & Saving a Life with an AED”
Wed., January 28, 2026, 9:00 am – 10:30 am Adero Canyon Trailhead
* Twilight & Moonlight Hike
Fri., January 30, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Adero Canyon Trailhead
Exploring Among Saguaros
Sat., January 31, 2026, 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Explore the Geology & Ecology of the McDowell Mountains
Sat., February 5, 2026, 8:15 am – 12:00 pm Library to Carpool
Nature as Therapy
Sat., February 7, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Sunrise Trailhead to Adero Canyon Trailhead
Mon., February 9, 2026, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Birding Walk with Kathe Anderson
Thur., February 12, 2026, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden & Fountain Lake Park
Nature as Therapy
Mon., February 16, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Rock Illusions
Tue., February 17, 2026, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Library to Carpool
* Moonless Stargazing Hike
Tue., February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Photograph the Fountain at Sunset
Fri., February 20, 2026, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Red Yucca Ramada Fountain Lake Park
Late Afternoon Geology Hike
Mon., February 23, 2026, 4:15 pm – 6:15 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Hidden in Plain Sight
Tue., February 24, 2026, 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Granite Mountain Loop
Thur., February 26, 2026, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Library to Carpool
Introduction to the Plants of the Fountain Hills
Desert Botanical Garden
Sat., February 28, 2026, 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Return to the Goldfields
Tue., March 3, 2026, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Library to Carpool
Exploring Among Saguaros
Tue., March 3, 2026, 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Late Afternoon Hike - Andrews-Kinsey Trail
Mon., March 9, 2026, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Punchbowl Canyon
Wed., March 11, 2026, 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Library to Carpool
* Moonless Stargazing Hike
Fri., March 13, 2026, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Medicinal Plants in the Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Sat., March 14, 2026, 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Birding for Beginners
Mon., March 16, 2026, 8:00 am – 9:30 am
Red Yucca Ramada Fountain Lake Park
Early Morning Hike - Short Sonoran Loop
Wed., March 18, 2026, 7:00 am – 9:00 am
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Andrews-Kinsey to the Hitching Post Fri., March 20, 2026, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
“Desert Plants, Trees, Shrubs & Flowers” Fri., March 20, 2026, 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Birds - Sighting and Identification
Sat., March 21, 2026, 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Desert Plants, Trees, Shrubs & Flowers
Sat., March 21, 2026, 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Digitally Altered Artistic Photography
Tue., March 24, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:30 am Chamber of Commerce
Photographing Wild Horses at the Salt River Wed., March 25, 2026, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm
Library to Carpool
Horton Creek
Tue., March 31, 2026, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Library to Carpool
* Dessert in the Desert Series: Twilight, Moonlight & Retrograde Planets
Tue., March 31, 2026, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Surviving with Plants in the Sonoran Desert
Sat., April 4, 2026, 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
* Denotes partnership with Night Sky Tourist
Late Afternoon Hike - Mesquite Hollow Trail
Mon., April 6, 2026, 4:45 pm – 6:45 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Dessert in the Desert: Owls in the McDowells Wed., April 8, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Dessert in the Desert Series: Meet Desert Tortoises Up-Close
Sat., April 11, 2026, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Early Morning Hike - North Leg Trail
Wed., April 15, 2026, 7:00 am – 8:30 am
Adero Canyon Trailhead
Birds in the Early Evening in the Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Wed., April 29, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden
Happy Hour Wine Walk On The Avenue BEGINS JAN 9
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm | First Friday of the Month (January – April)
Avenue of the Fountains | Downtown Fountain Hills Look for Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce Booth to check in
$20 – Includes wine tastings, food pairings, and souvenir glass
$10 – Food pairings and nonalcoholic offerings
Celebrate life and savor global flavors! Join The Avenue Merchants Association (TAMA) and the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce for an unforgettable wine walk where every sip transforms into a celebration of joy and camaraderie. Stroll through businesses along the Avenue and discover a curated selection of exquisite wines, from bold reds to refreshing whites, all while embracing the “all is well” spirit.
With limited spots available, this extraordinary event is not to be missed! Your ticket includes delightful wine pairings, delectable food pairings, and a commemorative wine glass. Upon check-in, you’ll receive a menu with details on all the delicious tastings and locations.
Embark on a vinous adventure down the Avenue of the Fountains - reserve your spot today!
Please visit FHChamber.com for additional information or call 480-837-1654 to register.
Night Sky Tourist BEGINS JAN 3
Join Night Sky Tourist for an unforgettable guided experience that connects you to the seasonal rhythms of nature and the wonders of the night sky. Just as ancient cultures once looked to the stars to mark time and celebrate the changing seasons, you’ll have the opportunity to explore these same celestial patterns beneath the breathtaking backdrop of Four Peaks and the Sonoran Desert. Each event offers a captivating blend of hiking, astronomy, and cultural storytelling—inviting you to discover the timeless beauty, mystery, and heritage of desert sky watching.
Please visit NightSkyTourist.com for tickets and additional information.
Full Wolf Moon Walk
January 3, 5:30 pm
Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist as we experience all three stages of twilight in the Sonoran Desert, culminating with the spectacular rise of January’s Full Wolf Moon. We’ll move quietly through the desert as daylight fades, engaging our senses and allowing our night vision to adapt, revealing the hidden shapes and textures that moonlight brings to the landscape. This meditative walk connects you with the natural rhythm of day turning to night.
Fire & Stars: February Cross-Quarter Day Gathering
February 3, 6:00 pm
Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist for an intimate evening exploring the February Cross-Quarter Day- the astronomical midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox- through the unique lens of the Sonoran Desert winter. Partake in a fire-cooked dinner alongside the desert’s cool-season harvest. Journey across the winter’s prominent constellations with a laser-guided tour of the stars, cultural star stories, and telescope viewing. This unique gathering honors the fleeting desert winter when fire provides warmth, the stars ignite wonder, and we gather to commune under a beautiful night sky.
Full Worm Moon Walk
March 3, 6:30 pm and May 1, 7:00 pm
Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist as we experience all three stages of twilight in the Sonoran Desert, culminating with the spectacular rise of May’s Full Flower Moon. We’ll move quietly through the desert as daylight fades, engaging our senses and allowing our night vision to adapt, revealing the hidden shapes and textures that moonlight brings to the landscape. This meditative walk connects you with the natural rhythm of day turning to night.
Spring Equinox Sunrise Hike
March 20, 6:00 am
Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist for an early morning desert hike to welcome the Spring Equinox sunrise. Experience the Sonoran Desert awakening on this day of equal day and night, observing how light transforms the landscape and activates the desert's morning rhythms.
Desert Twilight Writing Workshop
April 1, 6:00 pm
Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist in the Sonoran Desert for a writing experience as day transitions to night. Participants will gather before sunset to capture the desert's shift from daylight into darkness. Through guided writing exercises, you'll work with the sounds, smells, textures, and changing light of twilight - that brief window when the landscape and sky transform. This isn't a traditional workshop. There's no instruction on craft or technique. Instead, the desert itself provides the prompts. You'll write in response to what's happening around you, then share with the group for feedback if you choose. As darkness settles and writing becomes impossible, we'll shift to stargazing and constellation stories, connecting the land beneath us to the sky above, a tradition that humans have followed for thousands of years. No writing experience required. Just bring curiosity and a willingness to pay attention to a landscape most people rush through.
Full Flower Moon Walk
May 1, 7:00 pm
Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist as we experience all three stages of twilight in the Sonoran Desert, culminating with the spectacular rise of May’s Full Flower Moon. We’ll move quietly through the desert as daylight fades, engaging our senses and allowing our night vision to adapt, revealing the hidden shapes and textures that moonlight brings to the landscape. This meditative walk connects you with the natural rhythm of day turning to night. Tickets are available at NightSkyTourist.com
Full Blue Moon Walk
May 31, 7:30 pm
Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist as we experience all three stages of twilight in the Sonoran Desert, culminating with the spectacular rise of May’s rare Full Blue Moon. We’ll move quietly through the desert as daylight fades, engaging our senses and allowing our night vision to adapt, revealing the hidden shapes and textures that moonlight brings to the landscape. This meditative walk connects you with the natural rhythm of day turning to night.
Summer Solstice Sunrise Hike
June 20, 6:00 am
Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist for an early morning desert hike to welcome the Summer Solstice sunrise. Experience the Sonoran Desert awakening on this longest day of the year, observing how light transforms the landscape and activates the desert's morning rhythms.
BEGINS JAN 6
Fountain Hills Artist’s Gallery
Tuesday Artist Demos
January 6 - March 31
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Bubbly and Bling
Friday, February 6
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Get ready to sparkle! Join Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery for this is a special event celebrating our incredible jewelry artists. The bubbly will be flowing, and the jewelry will be sparkling! It’s the perfect time to find a unique, handmade piece of fine jewelry for your Valentine or perhaps even a unique piece of art. We’ll see you right after the Fountain Hills Wine Walk!
Night of Mystery
Friday, April 3
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Put on your detective hat! The Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery is hosting a night of mystery that will keep you guessing! On Friday, April 3 from 5 pm -7 pm, join us for an evening brimming with suspense, delightful refreshments, and the chance to mingle with our talented artists. Solve the mystery and you might just walk away with what is behind door #2! Don’t miss out on the fun; it’s bound to be a puzzling, good time!
Visit our website at FountainHillsArtistsGallery.com for a listing of all our events, directions to the gallery, and full information about our gallery and participating artists.
Farmers Market & Art on the Avenue
Wednesdays, 10 am – 2 pm, (January – April)
BEGINS JAN 7
Downtown Fountain Hills | Avenue of the Fountains Free Event
Step into an extraordinary blend of shopping and culinary delights at the vibrant junction of the Fountain Hills Farmer’s Market and Art on the Avenue! Held every Wednesday from 10 am to 2 pm along the east median of the Avenue of the Fountains (16858 Avenue of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, AZ), this one-of-a-kind event brings together over 100 talented artists and 50–60 food and wellness vendors in a lively, park-like setting adjacent to the Town’s iconic 560-foot Fountain. Explore a stunning outdoor gallery featuring pottery, furniture, wall art, fiber creations, jewelry, and other one-ofa-kind pieces, while savoring a diverse range of gourmet treats, fresh produce, and handcrafted goods from local farmers, ranchers, bakers, and chefs. Enjoy live music from two stages, relax in shaded seating areas, and soak in the creative energy that defines Fountain Hills. This free, dog-friendly event offers plenty of parking and promises a truly Wonderful Wednesday filled with art, flavor, and community spirit.
Please visit ExperienceFountainHills.org for additional information.
BEGINS JAN 9
Fountain Hills Theater
11445 N Saguaro Blvd
For over 35 years, Fountain Hills Theater has been committed to delivering exceptional theatrical and educational experiences. Explore their upcoming performances below.
Please visit FHTAZ.org for additional information and tickets.
Private Lives, the Musical
January 9 – 25, 2026, Mainstage Too
In this World Premier musical adapted from the famous Noel Coward comedy, Elyot and Amanda, once married and now honeymooning with new spouses at the same hotel, meet by chance - reigniting the old spark. After days of being reunited, they again find their romance alternating between bouts of love and anger.
The Secret Garden
February 6 – 22, 2026 , Mainstage
Mary Lennox is sent to live with her reclusive uncle.
When Mary discovers a hidden door in the estate’s mysterious gardens, she embarks on a journey of healing and transformation. With her cousin Colin and a boy named Dickon, Mary uncovers the magic and beauty that lies within the neglected garden.
Alice In Wonderland
March 6 – 22, 2026, Youth Theater
Join Alice as she chases the White Rabbit into a topsy-turvy world that gets “curiouser and curiouser”.
Meet the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, the Queen of Hearts & more unforgettable characters when we go down the rabbit hole!
The Cocoanuts
March 27 – April 12, 2026, Mainstage
The service stinks but the gags are four-star in this Marx Brothers romp. Groucho owns a bum hotel in Florida and he’s after a rich society dame, who’s after a match for her daughter, who’s in love with the head clerk. Trouble rolls in with the tide when the other Marxes arrive, and mama’s eligible match turns out to be anything but.
The Mystery of the Blue Train
April 17 – May 3, 2026, Mainstage Too
Hercule Poirot faces his most challenging case! A mysterious woman, a legendary cursed jewel, and a night train from London to the French Riviera -ingredients for the perfect romance or the perfect crime? This is the World Premier adaptation of Agatha Christie’s whodunnit.
Shrew!
May 15– 31, 2026, Mainstage
Lank, Hank and Frank all love Bianca but, by her father’s command, cannot court her until her hell-cat older sister Kate marries. Enter Pete Trucio who vows to wed Kate. In an all-out battle of the sexes, the eccentric Pete has more than met his match in the fiery Kate. A World Premier musical.
UNTIL JAN 17
BEGINS JAN 14
Milestone Sculpture Tours
10:00 am | 2nd Wednesdays & 4th Saturdays of the Month River of Time Museum & Exploration Center
$15 (members), $20 (non-members)
At a staggering 150 pieces, Fountain Hills is home to one of the largest art collections in Arizona. Set against the backdrop of the McDowell Mountains, the Four Peaks, and a towering fountain, come experience these sculptures in an informative and engaging docent-led tour. Learn about the artists, the production techniques, and the story behind some of the most interesting pieces in the collection. The docent-led walking tour begins at the River of Time Museum & Exploration Center with a brief film and museum highlights, then moves to Centennial Park to showcase world-renowned sculptures, their artists, techniques, and stories. The tour concludes back at the museum, with time to browse the gift shop and take home a piece of Fountain Hills’ vibrant arts scene.
Please visit RiverOfTime.Center for reservations and additional information.
50 Years of Community Spirit
10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Wednesday – Saturday River of Time Museum & Exploration Center
This is the second in our new series of temporary exhibits, "We Are Here." It’s a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden. We've dedicated a section of our main gallery to telling more Fountain Hills stories, exploring what has made Fountain Hills such a vibrant community and why We Are Here.
Check out our events calendar at RiverOfTime.Center for notices of the next two temporary exhibits to open this spring.
BEGINS JAN 15
3rd Thursday Concert Series
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Downtown Fountain Hills | Centennial Pavilion
Free Event
The Town of Fountain Hills is turning up the volume this fall with a brandnew FREE Concert Series at Centennial Pavilion, designed to bring music, energy, and fun to Downtown Fountain Hills!
Grab your friends, your favorite blanket, and your dancing shoes, and join us the third Thursday of the month at Centennial Pavilion (13001 N. La Montana Drive, next to the Community Center). The concert series is a partnership between the Town of Fountain Hills and Art State Arizona. For event details, visit ExperienceFountainhills.org/Events
Tiny House of Funk (R&B/Blues/Soul)
January 15
Tiny House of Funk brings the same swagger and groove as the legendary band Little House of Funk in a compact, electrifying package with Sonoran soul packed into every beat. Led by the fierce and magnetic Connie Brannock, this tight crew delivers deep-fried blues, bold vocals, and funk that refuses to stay seated. Tiny House of Funk makes every stage feel like a BIG party!
Barnaby and the Butcher (Country/Americana)
February 19
Barnaby and the Butcher play the broad genres of Alt-Country and Americana. Their originals and covers run the gamut of classic country, dark country, blues, and rock; which they perform with a style evoking deep nostalgia while feeling entirely new. At their center is Damon Barnaby and Joshua Butcher, who bring powerfully complex guitar, warm, emotive vocals and lyrics to the table.
Znora (Rock/Blues)
March 19
Znora is an award-winning three piece rock band out of the Arizona desert. Adrian Negrete writes the original tunes, sings lead and plays guitar with a mix of varied influences from Chuck Berry and Santana to SRV and Hendrix. Joshua Montano brings his fierce drum skills and passion for 90s rock drummer styles like Dave Grohl and Chad Smith. Johnathan Rohde fills out the low end on the bass and blends rich harmonies.
Cisco and The Racecars (Bluegrass/Folk)
April 16
Cisco and the Racecars specialize in bluegrass, folk, and old time Americana music. Their energetic style and diverse arrangements and instrumentation create a unique blend of old and new. Under the management and vision of Francisco Briseno, Cisco & The Racecars has taken its place as one of the premier bluegrass bands in the Southwest. In addition to performing, Cisco & the Racecars mentors the young players of the Jam Pak Blues ‘N’ Grass Neighborhood Band, a local after school music program that gave several of the band’s members their start.
BEGINS JAN 14 Fort McDowell Yavapai
Nation Tours
Various dates beginning Jan. 14 through April 2, 2026
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
River of Time Museum & Exploration Center
Members: $135, Non-members: $145
Come, explore the Yavapai Nation with the River of Time and our partners, the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. Our popular guided bus tour features breakfast pastries, visits to the FMYN Cultural Center, the H’man ‘shawa Early Development Center, a look at tribal industries and more, ending with a delightful lunch at the WeKoPa Resort’s Ahnala restaurant.
Please visit RiverofTime.Center for reservations and additional information.
12:00 – 1:00 pm January 16, February 27, March 20, April 24
Community Center
Free Event
Munch and Music is a Free Concert Series held from 12 pm – 1 pm one Friday per month at the Community Center. All are welcome. Doors open at 11:45 am.
FEB 14
12th Annual Concours in the Hills
10:00 am – 3:00 pm | Fountain Park | Free Event
The “Greatest Car Show on Grass” celebrates its 12th anniversary of Gila River Resorts & Casinos Concours in the Hills taking place on Saturday, Feb. 14 from 10 am to 3 pm at Fountain Park in Fountain Hills.
This free, family-friendly event benefits Phoenix Children’s Hope Fund, a critical source of funding for the hospital’s areas of greatest need. These funds support pioneering research, state-of-the-art technology, recruitment of leading physicians and the implementation of programs designed to create a more comfortable hospital environment for children.
Concours in the Hills features awe-inspiring vehicles including contemporary and classic race cars, exotic foreign and domestic high-performance cars, muscle cars, sports cars, hot rods, military vehicles and helicopters, and motorcycles, all while providing vital support to children at Phoenix Children’s.
Event admission and parking are FREE to spectators, but donations are welcome.
For event details, visit ExperienceFountainhills.org
FEB 20 - 22
Spring Fountain Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts
10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Fri-Sat 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, Sunday Downtown Fountain Hills | Avenue of the Fountains & Saguaro Blvd. Free Event
The Fountain Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts presented by the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce stands as a premier arts and crafts event in the southwestern United States. Featuring hundreds of booths showcasing original fine artworks across all price ranges, the festival continues to grow and evolve each year. Artists display their talents in diverse mediums including sculpture, painting, clothing, jewelry, and crafts, ensuring there’s something for every taste.
Enjoy the perfect blend of dining and shopping with a wide array of festival food and local dining options available. Whether you prefer to dine indoors or relax in shaded seating areas outdoors, you’ll find ample choices to suit your preferences. Live music further enhances the vibrant atmosphere of this already lively event, making it a memorable experience for all attendees.
Please visit FHArtFairs.com for additional information.
Dementia Caregiver Summit
8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Community Center
Free Event with Breakfast Buffet
Leading experts in the field of dementia care will be your guide as we explore the following:
The Heart of Care-giving: Resilience, Renewal, Self-Compassion Rebecca Martin, VP Memory Care, Morningstar Senior Living
Front Frustration to Connection: How to Approach Dementia with Confidence
Mandy Ketcham, Dementia Support Specialist, Highgate Senior Living; PAC Certified Trainer.
Respite care for your loved one living with dementia will be provided free of charge (space is limited- must pre-register). Full details and register at FountainHillsAZ.Gov/Dementia-Friendly
MAR 7
MAR 13-14
Arizona Sunshine Regional Watch and Clock Show
Friday
7:00 am | Registration
7:00 am – 9:00 am | Mart Setup
8:00 am – 3:00 pm | Mart Hours 3:00 pm | Auction
Saturday
8:30 am | Mart setup
9:00 am | Registration 9:00 am – 3:00 pm | Mart Hours
Fountain Hills Community Center
Only members with current NAWCC card & spouse or children under 18 permitted in Mart room during Friday. Saturday is open to the public. To reserve a table or for more information contact General Chair, Frank Wagner at FrankWagnerRealtor@gmail.com or 602-622-7687. Please visit ExperienceFountainhills.org for additional information.
MAR 14 Noon Fountain
MAR 17
St. Patrick's Day Greening
Irish Fountain Fest
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Fountain Park
Free Event
Put on your green and join the Town of Fountain Hills as we shamROCK the Hills at our Irish Fountain Fest! Food, fun, and music will all be a part of this family-friendly event, and who could forget that our World Famous Fountain will be transformed into a bright emerald green geyser at 12:00 and 4:00 pm. This event will feature a kid’s zone, traditional Irish folk music, a Celtic rock band, food trucks, the Crescent Crown Beer Garden, and much more! This event is open to families of all ages and is completely free of charge!
For more information, visit ExperienceFountainhills.org
It all started on St. Patrick’s Day in 1978 when a young homebuilder rode his horse into a local tavern to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and his heritage. So, what could top such a stunt? How about a bet to turn the town’s fountain green, water ski around the fountain, and who doesn’t show up is out $250! So, on St. Patrick’s Day 1979, with a large crowd watching from shore, the world-famous fountain in Fountain Hills was dyed green, and all the bettors skied around the fountain as planned, except for one. He couldn’t get up on the skis.
Now, 48 years later, what started as a bet in a bar has become the annual Greening of the Fountain in Fountain Hills on St. Patrick’s Day. On Sunday, March 17, 2026, at 12 pm the fountain will flow emerald green. The fountain will be bathed in green light when the sun sets to continue the tradition.
Can’t make it in person? Watch at www.ExperienceFountainhills.org/Fountain
MAR 28
MAR 28
Dark Sky Festival
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fountain Hills Community Center
Free Event
Celebrate our town’s designation as an International Dark Sky Community at this event for all ages. NASA Astronaut Chris Birch is the festival’s stellar guest and keynote speaker, along with Ranger Amy Burnett, who will share about the importance of dark skies for local wildlife. Enjoy hands-on activities, our exhibitor hall, a student art contest, and food trucks with a beer and wine garden. The night won’t end without a star party under our beautiful dark skies.
Please visit fhdarksky.com/festival for additional information.
9:00 – 11:00 am
Desert Vista Park
Free Event
Hop into spring at Desert Vista Park for a day full of family fun! Watch hundreds of kids dash across the field to collect more than 15,000 candy- and prize-filled eggs during the Eggstravaganza, then explore the excitement of Touch-A-Truck, where kids can climb aboard real vehicles, honk horns, and meet the community heroes who operate them every day. Enjoy inflatables, yard games, community partner booths, photo ops with Hoppy the Bunny, and a tasty selection of food trucks. It’s the ultimate spring celebration for all ages!
For event details, visit ExperienceFountainhills.org/Events
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursdays: April 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Avenue of the Fountains Free Event
Enjoy live music along the Avenue of the Fountain with our evening concert series Thursdays in April from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Our concerts showcase some of the Valley’s best bands and a variety of music options to suit everyone’s taste. Each evening will have an acoustical musician and a band. Yard games will be spread throughout the Avenue for your enjoyment. Pack a picnic or enjoy dining from one of the restaurants on the Avenue. Feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. This FREE entertainment at all of our concerts is suitable for the whole family.
For event details, visit ExperienceFountainhills.org/Events
APR 4
Fountain Hills Music Fest
4:30 – 9:00 pm
Fountain Park
Free Event
Soak up Arizona’s beautiful spring weather at the Fountain Hills Music Festival. Gather your family and friends for three fantastic outdoor musical performances. Bring along blankets and chairs to relax while you enjoy delicious bites from food trucks, refreshing drinks from the Bone Haus Brewing beer garden, and fine selections at the Grapeables Wine Bar wine garden.
Please visit experiencefountainhills.org for additional information.
MAY 16
Summer Kick Off
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Four Peaks Park
Free Event
Join us at Four Peaks Park for the Summer Kick-Off, a free community celebration for all ages. Enjoy water slides, a foam pit, and yard games while dancing the evening away with live DJ entertainment. Local food trucks like Batchelor Pad and Pop Daddy Kettle Korn will keep everyone fueled up for fun. As the sun sets, spread out your blankets or lawn chairs and relax for an outdoor family movie under the stars. It’s the perfect way to welcome summer in Fountain Hills!
For event details, visit ExperienceFountainhills.org/Events
JUL 4
Fourth at the Fountain
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Fountain Park Free Event
Get ready to rock the red, white, and blue at our Fourth of July celebration! Enjoy live music by local legends, Rock Lobster, from 7:30 pm - 9 pm. Then, cap off the night with a dazzling fireworks show that will light up the night sky and our World Famous Fountain, starting at 9 pm.
Please visit ExperienceFountainHills.org for additional information.