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The activities in this event calendar are appropriate for families unless otherwise indicated. If the event is free, I'll mention that, too.
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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.
In 2017: 2nd Friday of the month6th Street Market
Original arts and crafts, live music, shopping. Family-friendly. Free admission. Downtown Tempe.In 2017: every Sunday in April
A.S.U. Concerts at the Center
The ASU School of Music presents concerts at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on select Monday evenings.
In 2017: April 10A.S.U. Sun Devil Baseball
Arizona State University's PAC12 baseball team plays at Phoenix Municipal Stadium.
In 2017: various dates in AprilAhwatukee Family Dog Show
Categories include Best Dressed, Most Talkative, Best Kisser/Licker, Best Tail Wag, Cutest Dog, Cutest Senior, Cutest Rescue Dog, Best High-five, and Most Unusual. Free admission, charge to participate. No experience needed, registration form online. Ahwatukee Community Swim & Tennis Center.
In 2017: April 2Arizona Bike Week
Bands, rallies, exhibits, competitions, charity rides, auctions, raffles--everything for the motorcycle enthusiast. WestWorld, Scottsdale.
In 2017: April 5 - 9Arizona Derby Dames
All-girl roller derby since 2006. Phoenix.
In 2017: April 1, playoffs April 22Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball
The Arizona Diamondbacks play professional baseball at Chase Field.
In 2017: Various dates in AprilArizona Renaissance Festival
Each year you can enjoy music, theater, comedy, food and drink, crafts, games and knights jousting at the Arizona Renaissance Festival. Apache Junction.
In 2017: February 11 - April 2Arizona Winds Concert Band Presents "Broadway Showstoppers"
Featuring memorable tunes from Broadway musicals by composers Stephen Sondheim, Jule Styne, Lerner and Loewe, Irving Berlin, Leonard Bernstein, Cole Porter and George Gershwin. Free admission, donations accepted. Glendale.
In 2017: April 2Arizona Touch of Class Miniature Horse Show
At WestWorld in North Scottsdale. Registered miniature horses in performances and competition. Free admission, free parking.
In 2017: March 30 - April 2Phoenix Rising FC
Professional soccer, USL League.
In 2017: April 8, 23Arizona'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 2017: April 22, 23Art After Work
A painting party for couples, friends, anyone. Learn how to paint your own take on classic masterpieces and local landscapes. Instructor and art supplies provided. Online registration required. Tempe Center for the Arts.
In 2017: April 28Astronomy 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 2017: April 21AZ 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 2017: April 13Bikes & Beer
A Bike Month event, include a panel discussion, beer tasting for those 21+ and fun bicycling related activities. Group ride. Tempe
In 2017: April 20Bird City Comedy Festival
Standup, improv, sketch and more at various venues in Downtown Phoenix.
In 2017: April 6 - 9Birds 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 2017: Every Monday in AprilBirds '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 2017: April 20Celebrate Mesa
Carnival rides, bounce houses, entertainment, vehicle displays. Free admission. Hohokam Stadium.
In 2017: April 22Chalk Art Festival
Thousands of attendees and mural artists will draw masterpieces in chalk. Free admission. Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale, Desert Ridge Marketplace in North Phoenix and Tempe Marketplace.
In 2017: April 29Chandler Craft Spirits Festival
Taste and sip at a celebration of of craft, small batch, artisanal, boutique and premium spirits and cocktails. Chandler.
In 2017: April 29Chandler Jazz Festival
Outdoor concerts in the evening at the Downtown Chandler Stage in Downtown Chandler. Free.
In 2017: March 31, April 1Chandler’s Family Bike Ride
Held in conjunction with Valley Bike Month. A 7.4 mile ride provides families with an opportunity to get exercise and celebrate bicycling for recreation and as a way to replace automobile trips for short trips. Helmets required.
In 2017: April 1Copperstate 1000
Attracts hundreds of cars from local car enthusiasts: classics, muscle cars, exotics, street rods and more. Tempe Diablo Stadium. Free admission.
In 2017: April 1 - 5Country Thunder
Four days of camping, big name country music stars perform, arts and crafts vendors, and food in Florence, Arizona.
In 2017: April 6 - 9Crossroads of the West Gun Show
At the Arizona State Fairgrounds. The shows offer hundreds of tables of interest to both the once a year hunter and the avid collector.
In 2017: April 22, 23CycloMesa
Formerly known as The Great Arizona Bicycle Festival. Bike ride, Great Arizona Bike Swap, activities, entertainment. Mesa.
In 2017: April 1Desert Botanical Garden Butterfly Pavilion
Walk among the beautiful butterflies at this special springtime event located at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix.
In 2017: March 4 - May 14
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