Phoenix Event Calendar - April

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

• 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 2008: Various dates in April

• NASCAR
  Racing events at Phoenix International Raceway.
  In 2008: April 11-12

• Native Trails
  A variety of Native American performers will present musical performances using traditional instruments. Native foods, arts, crafts, and jewelry. Scottsdale Civic Center Mall.
  In 2008: Various dates in April

• Paradise Valley Jazz Party
  Many hours of music featuring international jazz stars with a variety of jazz from "straight ahead jazz" to a bit of blues, New Orleans jazz, piano duets, Count Basie music, Latin jazz.
  In 2008: April 26 - 27

• Peoria Performances
  Peoria City Hall Amphitheater 7 p.m. Free. Bring a picnic blanket.
  In 2008: Thursday evenings

• Peoria Spring Festival
  Arts and crafts by Arizona artisans.
  In 2008: April 4 - 6

• Phoenix Bridal Show
  At the Renaissance Hotel in Glendale. Vendors for products and services for all your wedding needs.
  In 2008: April 27

• Phoenix Coyotes Hockey
  Our professional NHL hockey team hopes to howl its way to the Stanley Cup.
  In 2008: Various dates in April

• Phoenix Film Festival
  A festival showing feature length and short films from local, national and international filmmakers. Scottsdale.
  In 2008: April 3 - 10

• Phoenix Improv Festival
  Improvisational comedy troupes perform two-person improvised plays, improvised video projects and fully improvised musicals. Herberger Theater.
  In 2008: April 4 - 6

• Phoenix Gay Pride Parade and Festival
  Parade, music, dancing, food, 5k fun run, 3k walk. Steele Indian School Park.
  In 2008: April 12, 13

• Phoenix Improv Festival
  A four-day festival featuring improv documentaries and live improv performances. Downtown Phoenix.
  In 2008: April 4 - 6

• Phoenix Suns Basketball
  Our professional basketball team shoots hoops at the US Airways Center.
  In 2008: Various dates in April

• Rose Shows
  There are several Rose Shows in April around the Valley.
  In 2008: Various dates in April

• Rotary River Rally
  Features the Great Cardboard Boat Regatta at Tempe Town Lake.
  In 2008: April 18 - 19

• San Gennaro Feast and Peoria Street Fair
  Ethnic food vendors, live entertainment, a carnival midway and fun for the whole family.
  In 2008: Canceled in 2008

• Scottsdale ArtWalk
  Every Thursday evening the Scottsdale Art District invites you to spend a casual evening walking downtown and enjoying fine art. Free.
  In 2008: Every Thursday evening

• Scottsdale Culinary Festival
  Food, drink, and music. Nationally renowned chefs.
  In 2008: April 8 - 13

• Sculptures in the Streets
  More than 70 sculptures will decorate the streets of downtown Mesa. Can you find them all?
  In 2008: Through April 4

• Season for Nonviolence
  People of all faiths and no faith will gather to deepen their practice of peace and nonviolence. Sermons, workshops, musical events. Registration required. Franciscan Renewal Center.
  In 2008: Various dates between January 30 and April 4

• Short Film and Video Festival
  At the ASU Art Museum. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
  In 2008: April 12

• Southwest Festival of Beers
  Part of The Great Arizona Picnic. Beer garden with food, music and souvenir mug. Scottsdale Civic Center Mall.
  In 2008: April 12 - 13

• Sunday A'Fair
  Musical mini-festival that takes place outdoors on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall adjacent to the Scottsdale Center for the Arts.
  In 2008: April 6

• Tempe Salsa Challenge
  Fundraiser for Hemophilia Assn. Salsas and margaritas to be judged, sampling contest, music. Tempe Beach Park.
  In 2008: April 26

• That Thursday Thing!
  Each event night has a theme, food and beverage, and extended shopping hours at 90 antique and specialty shops. Admission and parking are free. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. in Historic Downtown Glendale.
  In 2008: April 17

• Valley Bike Expo
  Activities include: Tim Triathlon (a bus, bike, walk triathlon), bike swap meet, bike rodeo, bike on bus demonstrations, photos, safety demonstrations and helmet giveaways. Kiwanis Park in Tempe. Free.
  In 2008: April 5

• Women's Expo
  Features business and career advice, fashion shows, health and beauty workshops and celebrity speakers. University of Phoenix Stadium.
  In 2008: April 19 - 20

• ZooBrew
  Music, beer, and the zoo. Ages 21 and older only.
  In 2008: April 11

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