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Things to Do and See: Having Fun in Phoenix

There are many tourist attractions in the Phoenix area, so there are lots of things to do in Phoenix even if you live here. Theatre, sports, enjoying the outdoors, festivals, attending special events--something for everyone!
Looking For Something To Do on Thanksgiving Day?
Looking for something to do on Thanksgiving? Here are some activities and attractions that are open on Thanksgiving Day in the Greater Phoenix area.
Festival at the Farm
Get the details about the Festival at the Farm in Phoenix. Festival at the Farm is an event featuring Arizona wines sponsored by the Arizona Wine Growers Association.
Phoenix Zoo
Learn about the Phoenix Zoo in Phoenix, Arizona. Get tips about visiting The Phoenix Zoo.
Arizona State Fair
Read comments and tips and see photos from people who have visited the Arizona State Fair in Phoenix, Arizona.
Bluegrass Festival and Fiddle Championship
Get the details about the Bluegrass Festival and Fiddle Championship held each year in Wickenburg, Arizona.
Aerobatic Adventure Flights in Mesa, AZ
Learn about the aerobatic adventure flights and Top Gun combat flights that are offered at Fighter Combat International in Mesa, Arizona. If extreme flying or stunt flying is your interest, these aerobatic flights are for you.
Annual Events and Festivals
This is a list of events in the metro Phoenix area that occur every year. The festival list includes brief descriptions and contact information.
Apache Trail Scenic Drive
A drive on the Apache Trail takes you on winding roads along the path of the Salt River, past three man made lakes, canyons, incredible desert views, Tortilla Flat, and an adventurous experience in driving. Here's a photo tour of a scenic drive on the Apache Trail.
Arizona Aloha Festival
Get all the details and see photos of the annual Arizona Aloha Festival. The Arizona Aloha Festival takes place each spring in downtown Phoenix, Arizona.
Arizona Challenger Space Center
See a photo tour of the Arizona Challenger Space Center. The Arizona Challenger Space Center is located in Peoria, Arizona, northwest of Phoenix.
Arizona Fall Frenzy
Get the details about the Arizona Fall Frenzy Music Festival. The Arizona Fall Frenzy Music Festival is held at Tempe Beach Park near downtown Tempe, Arizona. It feature nationally known recording artists and bands at an outdoor concert.
Arizona Fine Art Expo
Take this photo tour of the Arizona Fine Art Exhibition held in Scottsdale each winter.
Arizona Indian Festival
Get the details about the Arizona Indian Festival. The Arizona Indian Festival is held each year in Phoenix, Arizona.
Arizona Renaissance Festival
Arizona is transformed into a 16th Century European Country Faire when The Arizona Renaissance Festival opens to the public during the months of February and March.
Arizona Science Center
See photos and learn about what happens at the Arizona Science Center in downtown Phoenix, Arizona. The Arizona Science Center is a great place for kids to enjoy science in a hands-on environment.
Arizona State Fair
October is a busy month in Phoenix. As the weather releases its triple-digit hold on us, outdoor activities come alive again. One of the most awaited annual events of the year is the Arizona State Fair. Rides, exhibits, concerts, food, shows -- there's something for everyone.
AVP Tempe Open Pro Beach Volleyball
Get the details, schedule and ticket information for the AVP Tempe Open tour stop in Glendale, AZ. Pro beach volleyball comes to Arizona at Westgate City Center.
Best Things to Do in Phoenix - Top Phoenix Attractions
Here are my picks for the top attractions in the Phoenix area that you should not miss. Of the 15 best things to do and see in Phoenix, here are my choices 1 through 3.
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Celebration of Fine Art
Take a photo tour of the Celebration of Fine Art exhibit in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Celebration of Fine Art is held every winter.
Cerreta Candy Company Factory Tour
Take a photo tour of Cerreta Candy Company in Glendale AZ. Cerreta Chocolates offers a free tour of their facility to the public.
Chandler Ostrich Festival
Ostriches, crafts, food, entertainment.
Chase Field Ballpark Tour
See pictures and get info about the guided tours at Chase Field in downtown Phoenix, Arizona. Chase Field, formerly known as Bank One Ballpark, is where the Arizona Diamondbacks play major league baseball.
Concerts and Broadway Shows Listing
Here are some listings of the hottest shows and concerts playing in the greater Phoenix area.
Coupons and Discounts
Here are some of the best resources for getting online coupons or discounts for Arizona businesses and services: groceries, restaurants, attractions, golf and more.
Crave Arizona
Get the details about the Crave Arizona culinary festival in Scottsdale. Crave Arizona used to be known as Eats 3.
CTCA Tennis Championship
Get the details about the Cancer Treatment Centers of America Championships, a professional tennis tournament held in Surprise, Arizona.
Culinary Festivals and Events
Looking for beer or wine events? Do you enjoy gourmet delights or gumbo? No matter what your taste, there is sure to be a festival in the Phoenix and Scottsdale area to suit you. There are all kinds of annual culinary events here. You can relax outdoors while snacking and sipping, or dress up to see and be seen while you sample the creations of our best chefs. Go with an appetite and leave the ca…
Culture Tour at Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa
Details about the Culture Tour at Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa in Chandler, Arizona. The Culture Tour at Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa is free and open to the public.
César Chávez
Cesar Chavez has roots deeply embedded in Arizona. Find out where you can see places named after Cesar Chavez, and where you can attend celebrations honoring Cesar Chavez.
Day of the Dead - El Día de los Muertos
El Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is celebrated by many people in the greater Phoenix area. Enjoy these Day of the Dead exhibits, festivals, and Day of the Dead celebrations in Phoenix.
Deer Valley Rock Art Center
In May 2000 the Phoenix Pride Commission named this place as a Phoenix Point of Pride. How many petroglyphs can you find? Two-for-one discount coupons for the Deer Valley Rock Art Center are often available through the Entertainment Book. (Buy Direct)
Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona
Located in Papago Park not far from downtown Phoenix you'll find a local treasure, actually declared a Phoenix Point of Pride. It is the desert Botanical Garden. You'll be amazed at the beauty and colors of the desert!
Dine Out With the Chefs
Get the details about the Dine Out With the Chefs Culinary Festival. Dine Out With the Chefs is held in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Discount Tickets in Phoenix
Find out which events in Phoenix are scheduled. Buy discount tickets, including discount theater tickets, for Phoenix events.
Dolly Steamboat
Find out about Dolly Steamboat cruises on Canyon Lake in Apache Junction, Arizona. Dolly Steamboat offers daytime narrated cruises and twilight dinner cruises.
El Dorado Hot Spring
A visit to El Dorado Hot Spring will help you escape from everyday life. Here are some details and tips about visiting El Dorado Hot Spring.
Factory Tours
Did you ever want to know how chocolate candy is made, or how a farm works, or what it takes to make golf clubs? There are places around town where you can take a behind-the-scenes tour of a company or manufacturing plant. Some of them are even free!
FBR Open
One of the first PGA tournaments of the year comes to Scottsdale, Arizona each winter. The FBR Open has been dubbed the "Greatest Game on Grass" and is the best attended golf tournament in the country.
Fiesta Bowl Block Party
Every year we bid farewell to the old year and welcome in the new year with the Fiesta Bowl Block Party, one of the biggest block parties in the country.
Fiesta Bowl Parade - Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl Parade
Each year we line the street to watch the beautiful Fiesta Bowl Parade. The Fiesta Bowl Parade is held on December 31 of each year.
Find a Bowling Alley in the Phoenix, AZ Area
Looking for a place to go bowling in the Phoenix area? Even if you aren't in a bowling league, bowling is a popular activity for both young and old. In the heat of the summer, you can bet that those air-conditioned bowling alleys make a great place to spend a few hours. All bowling alleys in Arizona prohibit smoking.

Listings here are presented alphabetically by city name.

First Friday
Open studios tours are a good way to experience art and artists. Every Friday evening you can take a free self-guided tour of downtown Phoenix galleries, studios and art spaces.
Flugtag Tempe - Red Bull Flugtag - Flugtag Phoenix
Flugtag will come to Arizona for the first time in 2006. What is Flugtag? Well, you have to see it to believe it. Learn about Flugtag and see pictures from past events.
Ford Ironman Arizona
Get the details for both participants and spectators for the Ford Ironman Triathlon in Tempe, Arizona.
Fountain Hills - The Fountain
Find out about the famous Fountain in the Town of Fountain Hills, Arizona.
Frank Lloyd Wright and Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Arizona
Frank Lloyd Wright built his winter home in Scottsdale, Aizona. It is called Taliesin West. Visitors to Scottsdale can tour the Frank Lloyd Wright property and learn about his role in architecture and Arizona.
Frank Lloyd Wright in Scottsdale, Arizona
Visit Frank Lloyd Wright's creation in Scottsdale called Taliesin. Learn about his design and philosophy while touring the magnificent premises.  
Free or Cheap in Scottsdale
Find free or cheap attractions and activities in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Ghost Towns
There are seventeen ghost towns discussed here which are all within a day trip of the Phoenix area.
Gilbert Global Village Festival
Get the details about the Gilbert Global Village Festival. the Global Village Festival in Gilbert, Arizona is an annual event held each spring.
Glendale Chocolate Affaire
Get all the details about the Glendale Chocolate Affaire. The Glendale Chocolate Affaire is an annual event for chocolate lovers in Historic Downtown Glendale, AZ.
Goodyear Balloon and Air Classic
Each fall the skies fill with hot air balloons at the Goodyear Balloon and Air Classic held in Goodyear, Arizona. Get all the details about the Goodyear Balloon and Air Classic.
Grand Prix Arizona
Grand Prix Arizona brings Champ Car Racing to the streets of downtown Phoenix. Find ticket information, schedule, tips and more about Grand Prix Arizona.
Great Arizona Picnic
Find out about the The Great Arizona Picnic and the Southwest Festival of Beers. Both events are part of the Scottsdale Culinary Festival held each spring in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Great Cajun Cook-Off & Food Fest
Get the details about the Great Cajun Cook-Off and Food Fest. The Great Cajun Cook-Off and Food Fest is an annual event in Phoenix, Arizona.
Heard Museum
Find out about the Heard Museum in Phoenix. Pictures, deatils, admission, tours, exhibits at the Heard Museum.
Hell City Tattoo Festival
The Phoenix tattoo show Hell City comes to Arizona each year. Find out about tickets and activities at the Hell City Tattoo Festival.
How To Have Fun (With Kids) For Free
There are wonderful things to do with kids in the Phoenix area. Sometimes, though, budget may be an issue. Here are some free activities that will keep the kids happy.
International Sportsmen’s Expo
The International Sportsmen’s Expo is held each winter in the Phoenix area. Enjoy exhibitors, seminars and contests at the International Sportsmen’s Expo.
It's a Parade!
There are so many parades in the Phoenix area! Here are a few photos of each of the parades that you can attend all over central Arizona.
Kidsfaire
Get information about Kidsfaire, and giant family expo held each year in the Phoenix area. Vendors, attractions, interactive activities, character performances and more are included in Kidsfaire.
Maricopa County Fair
Every year Central Arizonans anticipate the coming of the Maricopa County Fair, where the emphasis is on education and fun, with a particular focus on agriculture.
Men's Luxury Toy Expo and Auction
The Men's Luxury Toy Expo is a semi-annual event held at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, just outside of Phoenix.
Movie Theaters: By Neighborhood
We have some wonderful movie theaters in Phoenix.  Lean back and enjoy the movies.
Movies & Movie Theaters: By Type of Theater
There are many places to see movies in the greater Phoenix area, but there are only a few places where you can go to a drive-in, see a foreign film, or get a discount on your ticket.
Mystery Castle
In south Phoenix there's a very unusual home built by a man named Boyce Gulley. His daughter still lives there, and you can take a tour. Two-for-one discount coupons for Mystery Castle are often available through the Entertainment Book. (Buy Direct)
National Festival of the West
The history and the spirit of the cowboy and the old west comes alive at the National Festival of the West in Phoenix, AZ. It is a celebration of all things Western, past and present.
Native American Arts Festival
Get information about the annual Native American Arts Festival held in Litchfield Park, Arizona. The Native American Arts Festival features award winning artists, entertainment, and more.
New Year's Eve in Phoenix - Special Dining on New Year's Eve
Many of our fine resorts and restaurants have special events for New year's Eve. Enjoy gourmet New Year's Eve dining with champagne and entertainment.
New Year's Eve in Phoenix
Here are some ideas for spending New Year's Eve in the greater Phoenix area.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
There are several important events relating to Breast Cancer Awareness Month that take place in the Phoenix area each October.
Oktoberfest in Phoenix
When Oktoberfest comes around, and you get that urge for donning your lederhosen, dancing the polka and eating wienerschnitzel, here are the best places around town where you can join in the fun.

These Oktoberfest events are listed in date order.

P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon and Half Marathon
Get the details about the P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon and Half Marathon. The P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon and Half Marathon is held in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe each January.
Parada del Sol Parade - Scottsdale Parada del Sol
The Parada del Sol Parade take splace each February in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Parada del Sol Parade is known as the World's Largest Horse Drawn Parade.
Parada del Sol Parade
The Parada del Sol Parade takes place each February in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Parada del Sol Parade is known as the World's Largest Horse Drawn Parade.
Parada del Sol Parade
A picture gallery of the Parada del Sol Parade held in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Parada del Sol Parade is known as the World's Largest Horse Drawn Parade.
Parada del Sol Rodeo
Get all the details about the Parada del Sol Rodeo in Scottsdale, AZ. The Parada del Sol Rodeo is held at WestWorld.
Parada del Sol Rodeo
Photo gallery of the Parada del Sol Rodeo. The Parada del Sol Rodeo is held in Scottsdale, Arizona each year.
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Phoenix Cooks
Get the details about the Phoenix Cooks Culinary Festival. The Phoenix Cooks Culinary Festival is held in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Phoenix Zoo
Located in Papago Park in Phoenix, it's the main zoo in town, and they provide a natural environment for the animals (which sometimes makes them hard to see!).
PING Golf Factory Tour
See pictures and get details about the free factory tours of PING Golf in Phoenix, Arizona. Karsten Manufacturing makes PING golf clubs in Phoenix, and offers a limited number of free tours throughout the year.
Pueblo Grande Museum Indian Market
The Pueblo Grande Museum Indian Market is an annual event in central Phoenix where Native American artisans offer their products for sale.
Rawhide at Wildhorse Pass
Get all the details about Rawhide attractions and events. Rawhide is a replica of an 1880s western town.
Rawhide's Annual Clown Day
Get details about Rawhide's Annual Clown Day. Rawhide's Annual Clown Day is held each summer at Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, AZ.
Red Bull Flugtag
Red Bull's Flugtag event comes to the Phoenix area. Flugtag 2006 will be held at Tempe Beach Park.
Scottish Highland Games
Scottish music, Scottish dancing, bagpipe and athletic competitions, and lots of Scottish tartans from many Sottish clans. That's what you can expect each year when the Caledonian Society of Arizona puts on the annual Scottish Gathering and Highland Games.
Scottsdale Arts Festival
Tickets, parking, schedule and photos of the Scottsdale Arts Festival. The Scottsdale Arts Festival is held each March at the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall.
Scottsdale Festival of Greece
Get the details about the Scottsdale Greek Festival. The Scottsdale Greek Festival takes place at the Scottsdale Civic Plaza Mall.
Segway Tours
Take a ride on a Segway on a tour of Tempe Town Lake. You can learn how to ride a Segway while you take a scenic Tempe tour.
Shamrock Farms Dairy Farm Tour
Get details and see photos of the Shamrock Farms Dairy Farm Tour. Dairy farm tours are offered at the dairy farm in Stanfield, Arizona near Casa Grande.
Spring Training Baseball
Affectionately referred to as the Cactus League, nine Major League Baseball teams come to the Phoenix area and three go to Tucson in March to get their workout before the real season begins.
St. Patrick's Day
Here are some Irish organizations and businesses in the Phoenix area that can help you celebrate St. Patrick's Day in proper Irish fashion.
Stratum Lasertag
Stratum Laser Tag in Mesa has a large laser tag arena. Laser tag can be played by both children and adults.
Stuffington Bear Factory
See photos of a factory tour of Stuffington Bear Factory. Stuffington Bear Factory is located in Phoenix, Arizona.
Summer Camp
Find the pefect summer camp for your children in the Phoenix area. All price ranges, all interests, day camps and sleep away camps.
Superstition Farm Mesa Arizona - Dairy Farm Tours in Mesa
See a photo tour of Superstition Farm in Mesa, Arizona. Superstition Farm is a working dairy farm with over 1,000 cows. They offer tours to the public, have a petting zoo, and host several special events each year.
Taste of Chandler
Get the details about the Taste of Chandler Culinary Festival. The Taste of Chandler Culinary Festival is held in Chandler, Arizona.
Tempe Festival of the Arts
Every year, twice per year, downtown Tempe, Arizona is transformed for the Tempe Festival of the Arts.
That Thursday Thing
See pictures and get information about That Thursday Thing, also known as Glendale Third Thursdays. That Thursday Thing is a casual event in Historic Downtown Glendale where people visit shops and listen to sidewalk entertainment.
Things To Do With Kids on Spring Break
Here are ten ideas for things to do with Phoenix area kids while they are out of school for Spring Break.
Ticket Brokers - Hard to Find Tickets
Ticket scalping in Arizona is legal, with certain restrictions. Here are suggestions about how to find those tough tickets.
Train Rides For Kids
Looking for things to do with kids in the Phoenix area? We have several train rides that children will enjoy.
Turf Paradise Photo Gallery
See photos of Turf Paradise. Turf Paradise is located in north central Phoenix.
Turf Paradise
Quick facts and important details about Turf Paradise in Phoenix, AZ. Includes directions, ticket info, and and other details about horse racing at Turf Paradise.
University of Phoenix Stadium Tour
The public can tour the stadium where the Arizona Cardinals play football. Get the details about the University of Phoenix Stadium Tour in Glendale, Arizona.
Valentine's Day in Phoenix
Whether you are looking for ideas for a special Valentine's Day, a setting for a marriage proposal, or you just want to tell your sweetheart that you love him/her, there is a wonderful selection of potential winning places in the Phoenix area for your romantic adventure.
West of Western Culinary Festival
Get the details about the West of Western Culinary Festival. The West of Western Culinary Festival is held in downtown Phoenix at the Arizona Center.
Wickenburg Gold Rush Days Celebration and Rodeo
Wickenburg is a real western town in Arizona about 60 miles northwest of Phoenix. Every winter they hod their big annual event. It's called the Wickenburg Annual Gold Rush Days Celebration and Rodeo.

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