Central Arizona
March 1: Melrose Vintage Market
Turn something old into something new at Melrose Vintage Market, located in the heart of the Melrose District in Central Phoenix. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be over 50 vendors to choose from, including pop ups that sell everything vintage, art and food. A complimentary KidZone will be provided with vintage driveway games. This event is dog-friendly (just make sure the dog is on a leash), so bring the whole family. For more information, visit https://melrosevintagemarket.com.
March 6-8: Maricopa County Home Shows Home & Landscape Show
This event—voted the best Home Show in Arizona and a top 10 national event since 1993—returns to State Farm Stadium, and includes everything from resources for landscaping, splash pads and wallpaper complimentary wine tasting, DIY sessions, ask a master gardener, and more. Admission for adults is $8; and $2 for children between the ages of 3 and 12. For more information, visit https://maricopacountyhomeshows.com.
March 13-15: Scottsdale Arts Festival
Recognized as one of the top art fairs in the country, Scottsdale Arts Festival will celebrate 50 years of being a part of the community with art, music, gourmet food trucks and family fun located at Scottsdale Civic Center Park. The three-day celebration will also feature more than 170 jury-selected artists from throughout the U.S. and Canada, two stages of live entertainment, creative activities for kids, and free admission to Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA). For ticket prices and more information, visit https://scottsdaleartsfestival.org.
March 14-15: Arizona Aloha Festival
Spend the weekend celebrating the cultures of the South Pacific Islands at the Arizona Aloha Festival. There will be several stages of live music, dancing and lectures about Hawaii and Polynesia. The festival will take place at Tempe Beach Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Vendors will be selling traditional crafts, fresh flower leis, baskets, hats, bone necklaces, and more. Kids can spend the day enjoying island crafts, while parents can indulge with the famous foods of Hawaii and the South Pacific. For more information, visit http://azalohafest.org.
March 21: Green Living Magazine & ECO PHX Eco Event
On March 21, join Green Living Magazine and ECO PHX for an interactive eco event, featuring sustainable projects and services, including the new ECO PHX sustainable apartments; cooking demonstrations by Chefs Elizabeth Joseph founder of Be More Raw, Jason Wyerick, founder of Cass Atria, and Jennifer Johnson founder of Witnessing Nature; family-friendly activities; and live music. Interactive booth vendors include COX Inc., Natural Grocers Inc., True Garden Inc., Express Furniture Rental Inc., Casa Terra Inc., Prescott College Inc., and Sherwin Williams Inc. Raffle prizes, too. Join in the fun beginning at 9 a.m. with morning yoga by Elevate Yoga. The main event will be held at Roosevelt Mini Park, 837 N. 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003, from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.greenlivingaz.com.
March 21: Arizona Bao and Dumpling Festival
Explore all the different bao and dumplings from various cultures at the Arizona Bao and Dumpling Festival at this festival at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park in Chandler. Most bao or dumpling businesses at the festival will have at least one bao or dumpling on their menu that is $5 or under. Boba, desserts and other Asian cuisine will be available too. Along with the food, there will also be free games and a curated marketplace with local artists. Tickets are $8 for adults, or $4 for children ages 7-12, and covers the cost of admission only (food and drinks are additional). The main festival will take place from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.visitphoenix.com/event/arizona-bao-and-dumpling-festival/126714/.
March 26: Plant Based Junk Food
Enjoy vegan comfort food at the Vulture pop up in Phoenix. Vulture, which is coming from Los Angeles, will be the only booth, and they will be serving the best crispy chik’n sandwiches, loaded fries and more. There is no entrance fee, and the booth will be open from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wren House Brewing Company. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/121382295848485/.
Northern Arizona
March 12: Capturing the Value of Green
The U.S. Green Building Council and the Appraisal Institute are hosting two days of courses to increase the number of educated appraisers in Arizona who understand and give proper value to energy efficient and sustainable homes. This is the fourth appraiser educational event hosted by the Residential Committee of the U.S. Green Building Council, Arizona Community. Breakfast and lunch will be provided, but attendees should bring their own calculator. For more information and to register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capturing-the-value-of-green-tickets-83269117171.
March 12-16: Sedona Yoga Festival
Enjoy multiple days of total relaxation and energetic transformation at the Sedona Yoga Festival. Going on its eighth year, the festival’s goal is to bring people peace, practice, celebration and conversation while being surrounded by the natural beauty of Sedona. The festival, which also includes holistic practitioners, musicians and more, is a unique opportunity to gather together in the joyful pursuit of possibility. Yogis and experts alike will meet at the Sedona Performing Arts Center at Red Rock High School. For tickets and more information, visit www.sedonayogafestival.com. Use coupon code NAMASTE for $50 off your ticket!
Southern Arizona
March 14-15: Tucson Festival of Books
From 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., join fellow book lovers for a community wide celebration of books at the Tucson Festival of Books. The goal of the festival is to increase literacy rates among children and adults. Attendees will be able to attend book panels, literature exhibits, and have a chance to meet some of their favorite authors. All the proceeds will go towards from the festival will go towards critical local literacy programs. The event is free to attend. For more information, visit https://tucsonfestivalofbooks.org/.
March 28: Tucson Blues & Brews Festival
The Southern Arizona Blues Heritage Foundation (SABHF) hosts its 35th Annual Blues & Brews Festival. The mission of SABHF is to preserve and present blues music as a cultural experience. This all-day event will feature Castro Coleman—also known as Mr. Sip—as the headliner, along with Black Cat Bones, Casey Hensley, The Coolers and more. Tickets are $22 in advance, $25 at the gate. It’s free for children 12 and under with a paying adult. For more information, visit www.visittucson.org/event/tucson-blues-brews-festival.
Business
March 3: Scottsdale Forward: Development (or Not)? Building the Economic Future of Scottsdale
The Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce hosts this annual event, where participants can discuss the different perspectives of the economic future of Scottsdale with community leaders. From 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., attendees will have the opportunity to experience different panels, and receive updates on the city’s economic development status. There will also be a presentation by Grady Gammage Jr., founding member of Gammage & Burnham, Attorneys at Law. For more information, visit http://scottsdalechamber.chambermaster.com.event.
March 18: Food Justice: Creating Equity Through Sustainable Food Systems
Held at Rio Salado College from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., this event discusses the inequity that is plaguing the community at large, and how to solidify the community’s right to grow, sell and eat healthy foods that are accessible. The goal of the focus on equity in food systems is to help provide a more sustainable future for the earth while also respecting cultural traditions. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with local industry experts, as well as the author of Farming While Black and co-director/program manager of Soul Fire Arm, Leah Penniman. For more information, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/food-justice-creating-equity-through-sustainable-food-systems-tickets-77420094587.
March 26: E.A.R.T.H Forward 2020
Maricopa Community Colleges invites the public to come together and take action toward a more sustainable future at this summit. Participants will have the opportunity to network and share ideas, while using education, adaption, resiliency and technology. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will end with an awards and scholarships presentation. There will also be sustainability-inspired giveaways. For registration and more information, visit https://events.maricopa.edu/event/earth-forward.
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