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February Festivals & Events in the Phoenix Area

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February Festivals and Events in the Phoenix area, continued from previous page.
  • First Friday
    Visit more than 40 downtown Phoenix art galleries, studios and art spaces. Free.
    In 2010: First Friday of the month


  • Fountain Hills Great Fair
    A three day event with live entertainment and close to 500 artists and artisans.
    In 2009: February 20, 21, 22

  • Fountain Hills Public Art Walk Tour
    Docent led tours of the Fountain Hills public art collection including more than 70 artworks in parks, plazas and public buildings. Tours are in the morning, take approximately one hour and begin in the Community Center Sculpture Garden. There is a charge for the tour which includes a commemorative gift. Reservations required. 480-816-5100.
    In 2010: First Saturday of the month

  • Friday Flicks
    The Town of Buckeye offers free movies. Children 9 years and under must be accompanied by an adult for PG rated movies. Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult for PG-13 rated movies. Beverages and snacks are available for purchase. For more information call 623-349-6350.
    In 2009: February 20

  • Friday Night Bull Riding
    7:30 and 9 p.m. You can watch or, for a fee, you can ride. Nominal charge for kids to ride a sheep. Rawhide.
    In 2009: February 6, 13, 20, 27

  • Glendale Chocolate Affaire
    A festival of chocolate. Gourmet cuisine and beverages, horsedrawn carriage rides, national entertainment and tours of Cerreta Candy Company.
    In 2009: February 6, 7

  • Glendale's Live at the Library
    Musical entertainment from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Main Library. Concerts are free. Call 623-930-3573 for more details.
    In 2010: One or two Thursdays per month

  • Gold Rush Days
    Shootouts, parade, rodeo, concerts, plays, carnival, music and more. Wickenburg.
    In 2009: February 12 - 15

  • Goodyear Rodeo Days
    National Senior Professional Rodeo Tour competition at Estrella Mountain Regional Park Rodeo Grounds.
    In 2009: February 20 - 22 (canceled)

  • Great Canadian Picnic
    Local Canadian residents and winter visitors celebrate Canadian culture with live music, games, and door prizes. South Mountain Park.
    In 2009: February 7

  • High Noon Western Americana Show & Auction
    Collectible Western fine art, Native American textiles, prized saddles & spurs, authentic Western antiques and other pieces that represent bygone days of the Native American, the Vaquero, the Cowboy and the Old West. Phoenix Convention Center.
    In 2009: February 6, 7

  • International Sportsmen’s Exposition
    A three-day exposition offering huge displays of the latest, cutting-edge gear for the hunter, angler and family camper. University of Phoenix Stadium.
    In 2009: February 27 - March 1

  • Junior League of Phoenix Annual Rummage Sale
    Thousands of new and gently used items for bargain seekers. Baby items, furniture, designer handbags, clothing, sporting goods, collectibles, jewelry, housewares, electronic equipment, home office equipment, and more. Proceeds benefit Junior League of Phoenix community programs. Arizona State Fairgrounds.
    In 2009: February 21

  • Kite Flying Festival
    The Pakistan Information and Cultural Organization (PICO) Annual Basant Mela (Kite Flying Festival). Pakistani vendors offer arts and crafts, apparel, and jewelry for sale. Pakistani food, music, kids and youth activities. Red Mountain Park in Mesa. Free.
    In 2009: February 21

  • Litchfield Park Arts in the Park
    Free outdoor concerts at the Wigwam Resort Front Lawn. Free.
    In 2009: February 15

  • Lost Dutchman Days
    Enjoy rodeos, carnival, dance, entertainment, parade, arts, crafts, gold panning and an RV show in Apache Junction.
    In 2009: February 27 - 29

  • MACFest
    MACFest offers a consistent, easy, and affordable way for the many wonderful artists in Arizona to expose and sell their work. Only quality, original, hand made works of art may be exhibited. Held at downtown Mesa. Exhibitors pay a small fee. Free to the public.
    In 2009: Every Saturday

  • Mardi Gras
    Music, food and beads at various events in the Phoenix area.
    In 2009: February 19 - 24

  • Matsuri Festival
    Lectures, dance, culture, food and art of Japan are celebrated at this festival at Phoenix Heritage and Science Park.
    In 2010: February 27 - 28

  • Men's Luxury Experience
    Hundreds of exhibitors. Luxury cars, recreational vehicles, game room essentials, sports memorabilia, boats. Seminars, demonstrations, and displays. Scottsdale.
    In 2010: February ?

  • Movies at the Museum
    Phoenix Art Museum. Independent and classic cinema and documentaries relating to art, artists, and works on view in the Museum, usually followed by discussion. Free with paid museum admission. First come, first seated.
    In 2009: Various dates in February

  • Music in the Garden
    Sunday afternoons from noon to 2 p.m. at the Desert Botanical Garden. Tickets must be purchased. Ticket price includes admission to the garden.
    In 2010: February 7, 21

  • Musicfest
    A winter music festival covering many genres, held at various locations in North Scottsdale, Cave Creek and Carefree.
    In 2009: February 4 - March 1

  • NHRA Arizona Nationals
    The National Hot Rod Association come to Arizona every year. Firebird International Raceway.
    In 2010: February 19-21

  • Native Trails
    Native Trails celebrates Native American society and focuses on the individual cultures of these Southwest tribes. A variety of Native American performers will present musical performances using traditional instruments. Native foods, arts, crafts, and jewelry. Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. free admission.
    In 2010: Select Thursdays and Saturdays

  • Out to Lunch Concert Series
    Lunchtime concerts feature local artists playing a variety of music including folk, country, jazz, Dixieland, oldies, and world music. Chairs and lawn seating are available. Bring stadium cushions/blankets. Brown bags and picnic baskets are welcome. 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Free. Mesa Arts Center.
    In 2009: February 5, 12, 19, 26

  • Parada del Sol Parade
    By the Scottsdale Jaycees. The parade is followed by a festival in downtown Scottsdale.
    In 2010: February 20

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