Event Calendar

Phoenix Event Calendar – April

2nd Friday Night Out in Mesa
Live music, entertainment, art walk, prizes. Each month has a theme. Family friendly. Free admission.On Main Street in Downtown Mesa.
In 2014: 2nd Friday of the month

April Pools Day
Water games, contests, a Kids Zone and water safety demonstrations. Eldorado Aquatic and Fitness Center.Free.
In 2014: April 27

Arizona Barbecue Festival
About 25 teams of barbecue competitors will cook up their best while you watch and play Redneck Games. Salt River Fields, Scottsdale.
In 2014: April 5

Arizona Bike Week
Bands, rallies, exhibits, competitions, charity rides, auctions, raffles–everything for the motorcycle enthusiast.
In 2014: March 28 – April 6

Arizona Derby Dames
All-girl roller derby since 2006. Now playing on a banked track. Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Phoenix.
In 2014: April 12

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball
The Arizona Diamondbacks play professional baseball at Chase Field. Video: Baseball at Chase Field.
In 2014: Various dates in April

Arizona Health & Fitness Expo
New products, healthy foods, seminars, classes to inspire and encourage Arizona residents to live a life of health, wellness and fitness. Blood donations and prostate screenings onsite. Peoria.
In 2014: April 5, 6

Arizona’s Ultimate Women’s Expo
Thousands of women gather to see demonstrations, attend workshops and check out products and services for women at one of the largest trade shows in Arizona.Phoenix Convention Center.
In 2013: April 27, 28

Art is Alive in Surprise Festival
Features the artwork of our community children, 1st through 12th grades. Pleine Air Art Contest for local painters. Free admission. Surprise.
In 2013: April 6, 7

ArtBridge Thursdays
Crafters, jewelers, and artists displaying their work in an outdoor setting with live demonstrations and entertainment in Downtown Scottsdale on the Marshall Way Pedestrian Bridge. Family Friendly. Free admission.
In 2014: Every Thursday in April

Arts and Flowers at Phoenix Art Museum
Presented by the Phoenix Art Museum League. For four days arrangements by dozens of Valley floral designers and garden clubs will be on view throughout the Museum’s galleries to complement and illuminate the Museum’s works of art. Demonstrations and workshops, raffle. Phoenix Art Museum.
In 2014: April 3 – 6

Astronomy Evenings
A talk (novice level) explaining facts about the solar system and the galaxy around the planet earth followed by observing the moon, several planets, star systems through a celestron telescope. Weather permitting. Registration required. Ages 8+. Pinnacle Peak Park, Scottsdale.
In 2014: April 25

AZ Wine & Dine
Food and wine samplings provided by more than 20 of the Valley’s finest local restaurants, resort kitchens and national wineries. The event will include live musical entertainment. 21 and older only. Scottsdale Quarter.
In 2014: April 3

Big Heap Vintage and Handmade Festival
This monthly flea market has a special annual event with vendors, music, food trucks. Cave Creek.
In 2013: April 19-21

Bikefest
Explore the world of motorcycles, clothing, gear, design and more. Live music. Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, Chandler.
In 2014: April 4 – 6

Birds in the Garden
Join expert birders for a morning bird walk along the Garden trails. Everyone, including first-time birders, is welcome. Wear a hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes. Bring binoculars if available. Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix at 8 a.m. This activity is included in the regular admission fee.
In 2014: Every Monday in April

Birds ‘n’ Beer
Birds ‘n Beer offers local professionals a fun and refreshing way to learn about Arizona birds and other wildlife while networking with fellow nature-lovers. Have a cold brew while enjoying an enlightening and lively presentation on Arizona nature. Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center in Phoenix. RSVP requested 602-468-6470.
In 2014: April 20

Carefree Days Festival
Celebrate springtime with arts and crafts, wine and craft beer tasting, live music and entertainment. Food trucks. Carefree Desert Gardens Sundial Circle.
In 2014: April 11 – 13

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