Greater Phoenix Event Calendar - March

March Festivals and Events in the Greater Phoenix area, continued from previous page.

• Second Sundays in the Park
  Live music and entertainment. Family event. Free. Surprise Community Park.
  In 2012: March 11


• Skatefest
  Demonstrations by professional and semi-pro skateboarders, open skating with pros (helmets required), raffles, prizes, vendors and food. Goodyear Community Park Skatepark.
  In 2012: March 10


• Sonoran Festival of Fine Art
  Features 150 local and nationally-acclaimed artists, a farmer's market, food booths, entertainment. Free admission. StageCoach Village, Cave Creek.
  In 2012: March 16, 17, 18


• Spring Celebration
  Easter Egg Hunt, Mister & Misses Bunny, Spring Craft Projects. Buckeye.
  In 2012: March 31


• SouthBridge Sundays
  Crafters, jewelers, and artists display their work at a casual artisan market. SouthBridge, Downtown Scottsdale. Free admission.
  In 2012: Every Sunday in March


• Southwest Military Transport Show
  Military vehicle show, static aircraft display, swap meet, vendors, vehicle display and judging, plastic model contest. Commemorative Air Force Museum, Mesa.
  In 2012: March 24, 25


• Spring Festival at Anthem at Merrill Ranch
  Rides, petting zoo, pony rides, dog agility demonstrations, live music, inflatables, food vendors. Florence.
  In 2012: March 10


• Spring Plant Sale
  The Desert Botanical Garden Plant Sale offers a large variety of arid-adapted plants, pottery and other garden accessories. Garden professionals are on hand to answer questions and assist. No admission charge to enter the Spring Plant Sale.
  In 2012: March 17, 18


• Spring Butterfly Exhibit
  Visitors to the Marshall Butterfly Pavilion can expect to see hundreds of butterflies housed in a spacious 36-by-80-foot flight enclosed garden that recreates a habitat that is most appealing to butterflies. Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix.
  In 2012: March 3 - May 13


• Spring Shootout Cat Show
  The International Cat Association (TICA) and the Desperado Cat Fanciers present this Championship competition where exhibitors from all over the world compete for International wins each show season. Arizona State Fair Grounds, Phoenix.
  In 2012: March 17, 18


• Spring Training Baseball
  Each March the 14 Major League Baseball teams that make up the Cactus League come to Arizona for exhibition baseball.
  In 2012: Various dates in March


• St. Patrick's Day
  Parade, food, music, dance, and fun on St. Patrick's Day.
  In 2012: Various dates in March


• Sunday A'Fair
  Musical mini-festival that takes place outdoors on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. Free admission.
  In 2012: March 4, 25


• SunDay FunDay on 5th
  Crafters, jewelers, and artists displaying their work in an outdoor setting with live demonstrations and entertainment in Downtown Scottsdale. Noon to 4 p.m. Family friendly. Free admission.
  In 2012: Every Sunday in March


• Sundays in Paradise
  Live music outdoors at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley. Bring a blanket. Gourmet a la carte treats are available for purchase. Guests may opt to purchase a Gourmet Picnic Package which includes a blanket to borrow, a bottle of wine, and a selection of appetizers. Call 480-607-2300 to reserve a space for up to four people. No outside food or drink, no pets.
  In 2012: March 4, 11, 18, 25


• Surprise BBQ Festival
  BBQ teams from around the country will send the smell of smoked pork, ribs, brisket, and chicken, around the west side of the Valley and beyond. BBQ samples, music, activities for kids. Surprise Recreation Complex.
  In 2012: March 3


• Talk Cinema
  Audience members are the critics at a sneak-preview film. This film series screens award-winning indie and foreign films before their theatrical release. The films are selected from leading festivals by critic Harlan Jacobson. Screenings include moderated conversations hosted by guest speakers. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
  In 2012: March 20


• Tempe Spring Festival of the Arts
  The annual arts and crafts festival is held in downtown Tempe on Mill Avenue. More than 400 artists exhibit wonderful works of wood, pottery, jewelry, oil paintings and more. Live entertainment also fills the street. Watch the video!
  In 2012: March 30-April 1


• Thursdays on Mill
  Local musicians performing on the streets for Music on Mill. Market on Mill involves an eclectic mix of area businesses, growers, artisans, restaurants and chefs and local musicians. MADCAP Theaters hosts musical entertainment and films. Mill Avenue District, Tempe from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  In 2012: Every Thursday evening (excluding holidays)


• Tres Rios Nature Festival
  A two-day family event celebrates the river, wildlife, history and heritage of our Southwest Valley. Estrella Mountain Regional Park, Goodyear
  In 2012: March 10, 11


• Target 3 for Free Performance Series
  Target and Mesa Arts Center sponsor free concerts on the first Sunday of the month at 1 p.m. Courtyard. Bring a snack and enjoy live music in a great setting.
  In 2012: March 4


• Walk-In Wednesdays
  Local musicians perform at a free open mic night from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tempe Center for the Arts in Downtown Tempe.
  In 2012: Every Wednesday in March


• Wedge Skate Park Competition
  The competition is for all ages. Music. Giveaways and prizes for winners in each age group. Registration required. Charge to compete, free to attend. Eldorado Park skateboard facility, Scottsdale.
  In 2012: March 24


• Westgate Bike Night
  Hundreds of bikes line Coyotes Boulevard. Entertainment, deals and discounts from Westgate merchants. All riders are welcome. You don’t have to have a bike to attend. Thursdays 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free admission. Westgate City Center, Glendale.
  In 2012: Thursdays, March 29 - June 28


• Westgate Hot Rods and Classics Cruz-In
  Owners and enthusiasts cruise the Cruz-In. Hundreds, sometimes even thousands of classic Hot Rods and Classics park near AMC and Fountain Park. Family friendly. Free admission. Westgate City Center, Glendale.
  In 2012: March 24


• Windgate Ranch Festival of Speed
  A showcase put on by Scuderia Southwest, the Arizona Lamborghini Club and Toll Brothers which features great sports cars, muscle cars, race cars and classic cars. Free for spectators, donations accepted for 100 Club of Arizona.
  In 2012: March 24


• Windsor Square Historic District Home and Garden Tour
  A self-guided walking tour featuring historic homes and gardens in the tree-lined Windsor Square neighborhood where homes rich with history are 60 to 75 years old. Arts and crafts vendors, live music and food vendors. Tickets online or at event. Central Phoenix.
  In 2012: March 25


• Wine, Women and Horses
  Learn to play the ponies, hat contest, horse races, prizes, raffle, luncheon. Turf Paradise, Phoenix.
  In 2012: March 3


• WorldFEST
  A celebration of culture, the arts and food from sister cities around the world. Multi-cultural entertainment, international beer festival, kids activities and more. Heritage & Science Park in Phoenix. Free admission.
  In 2012: March ??


• Yoga Rocks the Park
  Weekly sessions of all-levels yoga in either Margaret T Hance Park or Steele Indian School Park in Phoenix. Live music, vendor area for shopping and snacks and a section for kids called Camp Yoga Rocks.
  In 2012: March 25 - May 6

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