Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Jan 17 – Jan 17, 2026

Chandler Multicultural Festival

Chandler

The Chandler Multicultural Festival is a part of the annual Celebration of Unity events held…

Jan 23 – Jan 25, 2026

Gold Rush Days

Wickenburg

Senior pro rodeo, gold panning, carnival, western dances, arts & crafts, BBQ, gem show, mucking…

Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Jan 30 – Feb 1, 2026

Annual Taste of Greece – Greek Festival

Peoria

Cuisine prepared by Greek chefs, Greek music & folk dancers, & Greek coffee, pastries &…

Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Feb 7 – Feb 8, 2026

Glendale Chocolate Experience

Glendale

The Chocolate Experience is a wonderful selection of chocolatiers and confectioners, artistic performances, wine and…

Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Feb 21 – Feb 22, 2026

Tres Rios Nature Festival

Goodyear

Tres Rios Nature Festival is a two-day outdoor event that focuses on the rich diversity…

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Feb 23 – Mar 25, 2026

Spring Into QC

Queen Creek

Join us for the Family Fun Run, Salsa Challenge, egg hunts, entertainment, food and craft…

Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Mar 6 – Mar 8, 2026

Pioneer Days

Buckeye

Parade, entertainment, food, arts & crafts.

More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Mar 13 – Mar 22, 2026

Ostrich Festival

Chandler

NEW LOCATION 2026. RAWHIDE - The Annual Ostrich Festival has ostrich races, carnival, arts &…

Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Mar 14 – Mar 15, 2026

Arizona Aloha Festival

Tempe

The Arizona Aloha Festival is a FREE event! It offers entertainment, vendors of island lifestyle…

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Mar 21 – Mar 22, 2026

Art is Alive

Surprise

Meet West Valley Artists and see their work as you stroll through the grassy, lakeside…

Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Mar 21 – Mar 21, 2026

Peoria Pioneer Days

Peoria

Pioneer Days is a celebration of Peoria's heritage which dates back to the late 1800's.…

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Apr 4 – Apr 4, 2026

Peoria Spring Festival

Peoria

You're invited to celebrate Spring with a FREE event featuring... Music Food Dance performances Interactive…

The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Apr 10 – Apr 10, 2026

Viva Buckeye

Buckeye

Join the Town of Buckeye Community Services Department in celebrating Viva Buckeye! The event will…

Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Apr 10 – Apr 10, 2026

Annual Sovereignty Day Celebration

Fort McDowell

Commemorative walk at 7 am, then luncheon & program.

Apr 10 – Apr 12, 2026

St. Katherine Greek Festival

Tempe

Located at Tempe Town Lake (Beach Park) the St. Katherine Greek Festival includes Greek dancing,…

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Jun 13 – Jun 14, 2026

Juneteenth

Chandler

Miss Juneteenth Celebration, entertainment, food, family fun. Friday, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Sat, 5:00…

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Jul 2 – Jul 2, 2026

Annual Downtown Cooldown

Tempe

Featuring 50 tons of snow, kids activities, interactive games, entertainment, food, educational booths, arts &…

Aug 29 – Aug 29, 2026

Fiesta Septiembre

Wickenburg

On the first Saturday in September, Wickenburg celebrates its Hispanic heritage. Enjoy folklorico dancers, mariachi…

Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Sep 11 – Sep 13, 2026

Annual Oktoberfest@Tempe Town Lake

Tempe

Activities: Features four stages of entertainment; six beer gardens plus wines & spirits; German brats…

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Sep 12 – Sep 12, 2026

Founders’ Day

Queen Creek

The community is invited to come out and celebrate Queen Creek's anniversary at a family-friendly…

Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Oct 3 – Oct 4, 2026

Annual Heritage Days

Buckeye

Take Part in preserving our past! Heritage Days celebrates the rich culture and history of…

Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Oct 17 – Oct 17, 2026

Country Fest

Buckeye

Craft show, Car Show, Lawn Mower drag racing.

Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Oct 22 – Oct 24, 2026

Annual Queen Creek Harvest Festival

Queen Creek

The Annual Harvest Festival is a full blown carnival for kids of all ages! Come…

Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Nov 7 – Nov 7, 2026

Grand Avenue Festival

Phoenix

The annual Grand Avenue Festival celebrates the unusual history of this historic street and the…