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Phoenix, AZ
Best Events (Events)
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First Fridays |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 5 - October 2, 2009
various locations, Phoenix |
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Description:
This monthly showcase of Phoenix's gallery and art communities grants folks the chance to browse spaces where artists create and sell their works. The event also involves local restaurants and shops, and visitors are regaled by street performers and musicians as well. A free shuttle eases getting from place to place, and a diverse crowd gives the event added character. If you can't make it Friday night, many venues are also open from 1pm till 5pm the next day (Saturday). |
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Art Detour |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
March 2009
various locations, Phoenix |
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Description:
Once a year, numerous artist studios and galleries open their doors to the public, inviting interested visitors to browse the facilities, observe the creative process, and purchase art that moves and speaks to them. The self-guided art walk spans three days and attracts multi-thousands of people, showcasing fledgling artists and more established talents as well. Dozens of venues present a wide variety of media, and free shuttles are available. A kids' interactive component also accompanies the adult event. |
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Encanto-Palmcroft Historic Preservation Association Home Tour |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
March 2009
9th Ave and Monte Vista, Phoenix |
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Description:
The Encanto-Palmcroft Historic District is a picturesque community, and this event lets you get a closer look at the neighborhood’s most charming homes, about a dozen of them each year. The event also allows folks to relax along the way (chairs are conveniently placed for rest stops), sample the offerings of local restaurant vendors, check out vintage cars, and browse an arts and crafts sale. |
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WorldFEST |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
March 2009
1134 N Central Ave Margaret T. Hance Park, Phoenix 85004 |
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A multicultural festival of epic proportions! WorldFEST celebrates the cultures of all ten of Phoenix’s official sister cities, from Prague to Taipei. Fest-goers can enjoy a variety of international foods, World of Beers, live music, and a global bazaar. At Kids World, youngsters can get their “passports” stamped at each location on their trip around the globe, completing fun crafts and activities along the way. |
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Moonlight Movies |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 2009
300 E Indian School Rd Steele Indian School Park, Phoenix 85012 |
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Description:
One Saturday a month (April-June and September-October), catch a free movie at the amphitheater in Steele Indian School Park. Some of the flicks are very family oriented, others are definitely for the grown ups – some of the movies shown in the past include All About Eve, Galaxy Quest, The Sandlot, Napoleon Dynamite, The Goonies, Jurassic Park, The Birdcage and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Bring a picnic and a blanket to sit on! |
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Phoenix Improv Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 2009
222 E Monroe, Phoenix 85004 • 602-254-7399 |
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Description:
Hahahahahaha! Get your laugh on at Phoenix Improv Festival. Troupes from all over the US converge on the city to create mirth, and they succeed admirably. This is your chance to catch groups like Los Angeles’s Trophy Wife, Underbelly, and AV Club; Chicago’s Bare, Bassprov, and Switchboard; and a host of Arizona performers earning national attention. Some shows are kid-friendly, but the late-night ones are for grown-ups only. |
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Glendale Jazz & Blues Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 4 - April 5, 2009
7010 N 59th Ave Murphy Park, Glendale 85301 • 623-930-2000 |
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Just west of Phoenix, this appealing town gives a shout-out to top-notch jazz and blues music every spring. Over the course of a weekend, thousands of folks make their way to Historic Downtown Glendale, chair or blanket in tow, to catch the soulful sounds of local performers. Along with music, you'll find food and drink vendors, an arts and crafts exhibition, and a wine-tasting event. |
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NASCAR Grand National Division West Series |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 16, 2009
7602 S Avondale Blvd Phoenix International Raceway, Avondale 85323 • 623-463-5400 |
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NASCAR fans won’t want to miss this race, which has been called one of the “most unpredictable” in an already unpredictable sport. Drivers do 150 laps at Phoenix International Raceway, a one-mile tri-oval track, hoping to capture the checkered flag here and, down the road, eventually “win the West.” West Series alumni include Jimmie Johnson, Kevin Harvick, and Kurt Busch. |
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Phoenix Pride Weekend |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 18 - April 19, 2009
300 E Indian School Rd Steele Indian School Park, Phoenix • 602-495-0739 |
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Over 100 organizations participate in Saturday's Pride Parade – that’s some 200 vehicles, dozens of floats, and hundreds of people, all marching for a good cause. The festival at Steele Indian School Park features standard fair stuff – exhibits, arts and crafts, food, and music (Taylor Dayne, En Vogue, and Frenchie Davis have performed in the past). On Sunday, join in the 5K run or 3K walk, and then head back to the festival site for more fun. |
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Fabulous Phoenix Fourth |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
July 4, 2009
300 E Indian School Rd Steele Indian School Park, Phoenix • 602-495-0935 |
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This family-oriented Independence Day festival has all the ingredients for a good time. In the children’s section, you can play games, have fun on carnival rides and inflatables, or watch jugglers, stilt walkers, and magicians. The 74-acre festival site also features live bands and plenty of food vendors. At 9:35pm, the fireworks display begins – bring blankets or lawn chairs for comfortable viewing. Alcohol-free. |
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