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2020 Visitors Guide | | II A LETTER FROM OUR MAYOR MESA BY THE WELCOME TO MESA NUMBERS

511,344 Population (Estimated, 2019)

3rd Largest City in Arizona

35th Largest City in the U.S.

325+ Sunny Days per Year (on average)

40+ As the Mayor of this great city, I am business community have undergone Golf Courses honored to welcome you to Mesa, training to recognize those on the (200+ in Greater Arizona! From a rising arts and spectrum and be able to provide an Phoenix) innovation district in Downtown Mesa excellent experience for all. to the most beautiful desert in the West, Mesa has not just something Changes are taking place in our for everyone, it has everything. For downtown district. Several Main 55 Parks example, the third largest city in Street buildings have new facades, Arizona is home to the Mesa Marathon restoring their historic brick fronts where you can qualify for the Boston with modern touches. This year, you Marathon and then wind down at one will also see new structures taking of our fine hotels or celebrate at one shape with housing and retail projects 900+ of our local restaurants or breweries. in various stages of development. Restaurants The new decade rings in an exciting Mesa also shares an undeniably era for Mesa as Arizona State authentic Arizona experience out on University breaks ground on ASU@ 5,579 our trails and parks where you can MesaCityCenter, the innovative home Hotel Rooms mountain bike, hike or horseback of their film school and augmented in Mesa ride. Keep your eyes open for javelina, reality programs. cardinals and chuckwalla along with No matter how long your stay is gorgeous vistas of majestic cactus- 8 Miles studded forest and be sure to explore in Mesa, we hope that you take from Phoenix Sky the legendary Superstition Mountains. advantage of our 325+ days of Harbor Int’l Airport sunshine to see a Spring Training game, Adults and children alike will marvel golf at one of our 40+ courses, or enjoy at the new dinosaur Suskityrannus dinner al fresco before a show at the hazelae on display at the Arizona award-winning Mesa Arts Center. 2 Museum of Natural History. The Major Airports ® dinosaur was discovered by Mesa’s This is Mesa City Limitless . including Phoenix- own Sterling Nesbitt! Families will also Mesa Gateway Airport enjoy the i.d.e.a. Museum and Mesa’s one-of-a-kind parks that feature a Ninja course, climbing tower, zip lines, 26 Miles splash pads and more. Visitors should of light rail access take note that Mesa is the country’s from Mesa hotels and first Autism Certified City. This means The Honorable John Giles Downtown Mesa that many folks in our hospitality Mayor, City of Mesa Under Permit of the USDA industry, city government and Tonto National Forest

2020 Visitors Guide | City Limitless® | 01 a look inside

01 • WELCOME TO MESA 22 • ACTIVE FAMILY 40 • directory

04 • 20 Things to Do in Mesa in 2020 23 • Welcome to the First-Ever 40 • Arts & Culture Autism Certified City 41 • Certified Autism Centers 07 • ADVENTURE EXPLORER 24 • Why Mesa is Great For Every Family 41 • Sports 08 • Buckle Up For Adventure 26 • Geocaching: Hide & Seek 43 • Cactus League Spring Training Fun For All Ages 11 • Kid-Approved Stops 44 • Outdoor Adventures on the Apache Trail 28 • features 47 • Entertainment 12 • Pick Your Peak: Hiking in Mesa 28 • Freshly Brewed: Explore Mesa’s 48 • Lodging Expanding Beer and Coffee Scenes 13 • culture seeker 51 • Real Estate 30 • A Thriving Desert Oasis: 52 • Active Living & RV Parks 15 • Let Us Entertain You! Tonto National Forest Service

® 56 • Golf 16 • 72 Hours in City Limitless 31 • Swing Away in City Limitless® 57 • Shopping/Services 61 • Sweet Treats From Mesa’s 19 • Fresh Foodie Popular Asian District 57 • Dining 20 • Chef For the Day on 63 • Venues & Group Services Mesa’s Fresh Foodie Trail® event calendar 32 • 63 • The Grand Canyon 21 • Tacos For Days 39 • Seasonal Events, Food Trucks 64 • Trip Planning & Farmers Markets 65 • Arizona Visitor Information

66 • City of Mesa Map

68 • Arizona State Map

Visit Mesa Contributing Writers COVER SPREAD: Lower Salt River by Jake Pineda 120 N Center St Katherine Eckstein PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS: Andy Dilling, Julie Foskett, Slaven Gujic, Mesa 85201 Michelle Jacoby Ivan Martinez, Sarah Robinson. Additional photography supplied by Johanna Lovett Visit Mesa partners including Arizona Office of Tourism, City of Mesa, President & CEO Jen Mallia CrowdRiff User-Generated images and other selected photographers. Marc J. Garcia Angela Muñiz Executive Editor The Mesa Life Official Visitors Guide is published annually by Visit Mesa. Graphic Design Every effort has been made to make this guide as accurate as possible. Michelle Streeter HAPI Visit Mesa and its affiliates will assume no responsibility for errors, changes, incorrect dates, or omissions. Dates listed are subject to change. Contributing Editors Outside Sales All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is strictly prohibited. Ginger St. Pierre Hennen Publishing 35,000 – 1/2020 & Marketing Group

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EXPLORER | 07 Explorer Guide | Adventure Visitors 2020 Lower Salt River, Saguaro Lake Ranch Lake Saguaro River, Salt Lower 18 miles NE of apachelake.com btarboretum.org tortillafl ataz.com tortillafl ARBORETUM (928) 467-2511 APACHE LAKE (480) 984-1776 (480) 827-9144 (480) 982-7991 (480) (520) 689-2723 dollysteamboat.com BOYCE THOMPSON BOYCE barleensdinnershow.com MARINA & RESORT & MARINA 2275 E. Old West Highway Apache Junction on Hwy. 88 Hwy. Junction on Apache A world class botanical garden. botanical class world A THE DOLLY STEAMBOAT THE DOLLY 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior Way, Arboretum E. 37615 TORTILLA FLAT, ARIZONA TORTILLA FLAT, Located at Canyon Lake, Arizona BARLEENS DINNER SHOW 11 32 miles east of Apache Junction on Hwy. 88 9 8 11 12 10 APACHETRAILATTRACTIONS.COM 10 c s a fl y . c o m Open Daily okcorrals.com Daily 9am - 4pm (480) 302-1680 (480) (480) 982-7661 (480) SUPERSTITION (480) 983-0333(480) (480) 983-4888(480) (480) 983-4500(480) (480) 982-0075 (480) 982-4040 (480) motherlodemerc.com apachetrailtours.com Open daily 10am - 5pm superstitionzipline.com 4855 E. Falcon Mesa Dr., Hwy. 88 at the foot of the 9 MOUNTAIN MUSEUM MOUNTAIN by air-conditioned helicopter! air-conditioned by OK CORRAL STABLES Tours. Our trails will rock you! 4x4 Desert and Scenic Canyon Scenic horseback riding at the at riding horseback Scenic Tour the Superstition the Mountains Tour Located at Goldfi eld GhostLocated Town at Goldfi Located at Goldfi eld GhostLocated Town at Goldfi superstitionmountainmuseum.org legendary Superstition Mountains SUPERSTITION ZIPLINE SUPERSTITION legendary Superstition Mountains GOLDFIELD TOWN GHOST 7 CANYON STATE AERO LLC CANYON STATE 8 MOTHER MERCANTILE LODE APACHE TRAIL JEEPAPACHE TOURS 6 3.5 miles NE of Apache Junction on Hwy. 88 5 4 2 1 3 4 2 7 6 5 3 12 to Canyon State Aero/  Falcon Field Airport 1 Usery Mountain Regional Park Hot Air Expeditions Salt River 2020 Visitors Guide | Adventure Explorer | 09 Explorer Guide | Adventure Visitors 2020

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visitmesa.com BUCKLE UP FOR ADVENTURE UP FOR BUCKLE By Water… Canyon Lake PLAYFUL CITY USA Lake lovers can cruise along towering canyon walls on KID-APPROVED STOPS Canyon Lake aboard the Dolly Steamboat and catch glimpses of wildlife during a narrated tour. A special evening out is their dinner and astronomy cruises after sunset. For live ON THE APACHE TRAIL entertainment and open-air breezes, set out on the Desert Belle at Saguaro Lake. Whether panning for gold or feeling wallpaper is festooned out of dollar your way through an underground mine, bills from visitors worldwide. Killer Paddle along Mesa’s waterways via paddleboard or kayak the Apache Trail offers an enriching chili on top of everything is a favorite when you rent from one of Mesa’s many outfitters. Their experience for every member of the here, along with their big burgers and permitted access to our shorelines makes hopping in and family. One of the most popular day Southwest-inspired dishes. hopping off the water a breeze. Don’t rule out a peaceful trips for anyone visiting Mesa, the float via inner-tube with Salt River Recreation. Open all historic Highway 88 carves through summer long, this activity has a long-standing history of the mysterious Superstition Mountains one of the more unique ways to cool off in the desert heat. and into the foothills of the Tonto For wet and wild fun, head out of town to the Upper Salt National Forest. On this scenic drive River Canyon with outfitters Salt River Rafting or Mild2Wild guests will encounter an authentic Old Rafting. Both outfitters lead guided rafting tours down West stagecoach stop, a ghost town, roaring rapids in some of Arizona’s most secluded country. the famous Elvis Presley Chapel, and Call ahead as these seasonal experiences are only offered the majesty of a mountain lake, all in the spring when enough desert rain serves up ideal nestled in the beautiful Sonoran Desert conditions for a raging river. landscape that captures the true CRUISING THE CANYON WALLS essence of Arizona. No matter which way you choose to explore, jaw-dropping Head out on Canyon Lake for a views and spectacular desert sights await outdoor Goldfield Ghost Town “Mark Twain” voyage aboard the enthusiasts of all ages. Uncover the beauty of the Dolly Steamboat, a replica of a Sonoran Desert in Mesa by air, by land, and on the water! sternwheeler paddleboat. Cruise the lakes’ secluded inner waterways and photograph desert bighorn sheep and other wildlife.

BEFORE OR AFTER THE TRAIL …. Kids like history too, especially when there are dinosaurs involved! Not on the trail, but certainly not to be missed, is Dinosaur Hall at the Arizona GOLDFIELD GHOST TOWN Museum of Natural History. Experience Cowboys and cowgirls are sure to an indoor flash flood running down rustle up a good meal and a fun time a three-story mountain decked with at Goldfield Ghost Town. Head out on some of the largest creatures to ever roam the planet. Interactive learning horseback at the OK Corral or take a ride on Arizona’s only operating narrow for kids is the highlight at the i.d.e.a. C�� P�� W�� U�! gauge railroad. Time your visit to their Museum. Engaging exhibitions change gunfights in the public square and soar throughout the year with ArtVille being above the town on the Superstition a staple for visitors all year long. The art-town is the perfect play space for Zipline. Stop into Mother Lode children under 5 years old to create Mercantile for their famous prickly their own masterpieces. pear fudge and gold nugget fudge (among others) and browse one of the sweetest old tyme candy Arizona Museum of Natural History collections in town.

GET SOME GRUB Hungry kids and more importantly, alk among butterﬂ ies, race electric karts, golf surrounded hungry moms and dads, will want to by spectacular views, take in a baseball game, or just lounge schedule time for hearty nibbles at by the pool and soak up the Arizona sun. Whether you’re W Tortilla Flat, an original stagecoach visiting for a few hours or a few days, the Salt River Indian Community just beyond Canyon Lake. As well as has an adventure waiting for you! We’re conveniently located oﬀ the 101 being home for six adventurous people, freeway, just 15 minutes from downtown Mesa. Tortilla Flat has a charm that has surpassed time. Real saddles serve Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community | Scottsdale, Az | 480.362.2700 | TalkingStickArizona.com as bar stools where you can enjoy a cold brew or sarsaparilla. The unique

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ESCAPE ROOMS MESA Grab your friends and get ready for the ultimate game night. Offering the largest escape room experience in the state, guests can choose from 12 themed experiences all equipped with the latest technology to trick and challenge escapers. Beginning levels are available all the way up to Master Escape artists!

NATIONAL COMEDY THEATRE National Comedy Theatre’s improv comedy show is just the distraction needed in today’s busy world. Join members of the audience and participate in the antics on stage by shouting out suggestions, throwing in performance challenges and watching the funny happen as comedians National touring acts, local bands and resident performing arts act it all out for laughs. All-ages companies all hit the stage when visitors are in town. In fact, performances are offered Friday and Saturday evenings every week. Mesa is such a hotbed for entertainment some have compared the city to a mini-Nashville with music studios dotting Main Street and the Mesa Music Festival luring in thousands of fans each November for jam sessions. There has never been a shortage of options on any given evening (or afternoon). DISCOVER CREATE Farnsworth Dinosaurs that roar Enjoy art and hands-on activities. Plus, experience HALL and so much more! Weather or Not exhibition through Jan. 19, 2020. THE DUTTONS THEATER MESA ARTS CENTER This Branson-based performing group Named an “International Venue will keep you on the edge of your seat of Excellence”, this is the most with treasured melodies and visually comprehensive performing arts venue stunning sets. The international touring of its kind in the Southwest. Four inter- and recording artists perform bluegrass connected theaters set the stage for to classical music and everything in live concerts, classical, jazz, Broadway between. Catch one of the award- plays, dance, national touring acts, winning shows December through Shakespeare, spoken word and more all March. year-long. Don’t miss the free Out to 6159 E. University Drive, Mesa Lunch concert series each spring and 480.415.9572 BARLEEN’S ARIZONA OPRY fall with live music performances in the Dreamlandvilla.org EXPLORE This family act features talent passed open-air tiered garden. Experience the Flora and Fauna on from generation to generation and Featuring Arts & Craft Shows and exhibition now through Jan 26, 2020! is centered on side-splitting comedy FATCATS professional entertainment from and beautiful musical harmonies. Endless choices for all ages is what October through April. Performances cover classical to sets FatCats apart in the full-sensory The Farnsworth Hall Community country, big band and rock ‘n roll. entertainment arena. Gamers can hit Theatre promotes dances and the arcade, teams can pair up on the various types of entertainment CARNIVAL OF ILLUSION bowling alley, tired parents can pop programs including musical Mix old world Parisian charm and the into a movie and teens can augment groups, concerts and plays. 53 N. MACDONALD ONE EAST MAIN 150 W. PEPPER PL allure of illusion as this dynamic duo reality with the latest in VR. The new DOWNTOWN MESA DOWNTOWN MESA DOWNTOWN MESA performs their own style of magic and Mesa location also features a glow-in- LOCATED AT… Dreamland Villa mystery that leaves guests scratching the-dark mini-golf course set in Space Where Retirement 480.644.6560 480.644.2468 480.644.2230 their heads but also picking up their with nine holes of affordable fun. Dreams Come True AZMNH.ORG MESAARTSCENTER.COM IDEAMUSEUM.ORG jaws. Performing at Mesa Arts Center, 55+ Community the show sprinkles in humor and 320 N. 55th Place, Mesa audience participation while also 480.832.3461 promising to take you back in time. visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Culture Seeker | 15 TRIP PLANNING TOOLS MountainUsery Regional Park 72 HOURS IN CITY LIMITLESS®

Explore Mesa like a local and hit up some of the most popular spots around City Limitless® for a weekend full of adventure, shopping, and farm-to-table fare. While 72 hours isn’t enough time to explore all that Mesa has to offer, this jam-packed three- day itinerary is a perfect planning guide for any weekend! 

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Get your morning started with a scenic hike on the Vista Trail at Usery Mountain Regional Park. The expansive county park is Mesa’s best showcase of the Sonoran Desert within city limits. Make time to stop by the Nature Center to learn all about desert preservation and the diverse habitat. After working up an appetite, a breakfast sandwich from What’s Crackin’ Cafe will hit the spot. Then walk over to Jarrod’s Coffee, Tea, & Gallery for a caffeine boost, where nitro cold brew is served on tap. ¶ Mesa Market Place Swap Meet • DAY THREEthree

A late departure will ensure there is plenty of time for brunch at T.C. Eggington’s where they have more than a dozen different omelettes to choose from. Make sure to call ahead, this is a popular joint for locals. Before packing up, load up on homemade Arizona salsas to take home from Jalapeño Bucks. For last minute shopping, The Village Square at Dana Park is lined with name brand retailers and sidewalk sales. Don’t miss the Belgian chocolate dipped ice cream cones

 and hot, made-to-order crepes at Crème and Chocolat. And finally, en route to maylimchinai the airport, stop by The Orange Patch. Visitors ship back citrus of all varieties all season long from this charming roadside stand that has shared their bounty for generations of Mesa visitors. Snag some coveted Arizona wines from Postino East wine café or bring home a bottle or two of their signature blends Downtown and Stagedive, made exclusively for them. DAY ONE

LIFESTYLE TRAVEL Start with a trip to Agritopia, an urban oasis that is home ITINERARIES to Arizona winery, Garage-East. Order a wine flight, served beaker-style, and a wood-fired pizza from Fire & Brimstone CITY LIMITLESS next door, then check out the craftsman shops at Barnone ® for some original souvenirs. Before you jet, stroll the manicured grounds of the multi-generational community,

DAY 2 – ARIZONA HISTORY & NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE including the original homestead that dates to 1927. ARIZONA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY – 2 HOURS DAY 3 – THE WILD, WILD WEST The Southwest Gallery presents information on the ancient cultures of Central Arizona including the Hohokam, Anasazi HORSEBACK RIDING AND MORE AT FORT MCDOWELL and Mogollon cultures. Enjoy intricate displays with dwellings ADVENTURES – 2 HOURS From farm to fork dining, Western shopping, Native American Artist shows and immeasurable outdoor recreation, and artifacts including jewelry manufacture, pottery making, This guided tour horseback ride leads visitors along the Verde Mesa is a city that knows no bounds — a gateway destination to one of the most dynamic regions in the country. and hunting activities. Other galleries feature dinosaurs, A gateway to discovery, adventure and endless possibilities from A to Z. Welcome to Mesa. City Limitless Arizona’s cosmic night skies, and geology. River, a preservation site for bald eagles, wild mustangs and other Arizona wildlife. Cattle drive adventures are also The Mesa Market Place Swap Meet is a great way to spend WESTERN FILM STARS TAKE CENTER STAGE AT available. In addition, groups can arrange Desert Segway DAY 1 – MESA – CITY LIMITLESS SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN MUSEUM – 1 HOUR tours of the landscape, as well as off-roading in tom cars with ® Arizona has been the backdrop to hundreds of Hollywood Green Zebra Adventures. SHOPPING: DANA PARK VILLAGE SQUARE – 2 .HOURS Western movies and television shows. Visitors can tour the MESA ARTS CENTER CAMPUS TOUR – 1 HOUR Grab a quick but tasty trio of empanadas at Latin-inspired QUEEN CREEK HORSESHOE PARK & EQUESTRIAN This fashion-focused lifestyle center is a reflection of some original buildings for Apacheland Movie Ranch including the Bring your family to CENTER – 2 HOURS Mesa Arts Center is the largest performing arts, visual arts, of Mesa’s most affluent neighborhoods. Wide pedestrian Elvis Presley chapel in the movie El Charro. While visiting, be a weekend afternoon, perusing the hundreds of local vendors, and arts education facility in the Southwestern United States. walkways, spacious patios for outdoor dining, fountains and

sure to view the collection of Lost Dutchman Mine maps dating This state-of-the-art equestrian facility serves as a venue for The seven-acre campus is an inviting oasis by day and a palm-tree-lined driveways are surrounded by upscale retail back more than 100 years. incredible equestrian events year-round such as Western and English riding competitions, car shows, concerts and festivals. luminous beacon by night. Serving as a central gathering stores. Fucshia Day Spa offers spa treatments for visitors. NATIVE AMERICAN DISCOVERY AT MESA GRANDE RUINS Horseback riding is available along the Sonoqui Wash trail place for visitors and residents, Mesa Arts Center architecture PIONEER PARK - 1 HOUR eatery Republica Empanada. Make sure to head around the – 1 HOUR is inspired by the unique character of the Sonoran Desert – featuring lush Sonoran Desert landscapes and scenery. a rich desert, mountain and canyon environment. The Shadow Anchored in the heart of the city on Main Street and Mesa This ancient Hohokam mound features an interpretive trail. perfect for anyone who wants to bring home a bit of ® CULTURE SEEKER / ADVENTURE EXPLORER / FRESH FOODIE Walk, a shaded outdoor plaza, hosts free concerts throughout Drive, Pioneer Park completed an $8M overhaul and now experience exhibits on / ACTIVE FAMILYThe archaeological staff of the Arizona Museum of Natural CITY LIMITLESS the year. features an oversized multi-story ADA-compliant playground History have helped preserve and develop the Mesa Grande and a splash pad which includes a 15-foot-high water wall Cultural Park, which is estimated to date to A.D 1100-1450. METRO LIGHT RAIL – 1 HOUR that is the first of its kind in Arizona. The 9,000-square foot corner after dinner and capture Mesa’s many vibrant murals, Guided tours and viewing archaeological digs available Visitors can gain easy access to Mesa hotels and the city’s playground is designed to feel like you are playing in the tree upon request. core via Metro Light Rail. With the addition of the PHX Sky tops. Parents love being able to play alongside their kids taking Southwestern flair. Stop by the food court for the latest ROCKIN’ R RANCH – 2 HOURS, SEASONAL Train, connecting to and from the airport has never been advantage of the 500-foot-long elevated ribbon walkway that easier. The passenger train carves through Downtown Mesa, Enjoy gunfights and gold panning, western shops, and hot connects the main central plaza area to the playground. Mesa’s diverse history! in front of three museums, Benedictine University’s Mesa Dutch oven biscuits. Featuring an all-you-can-eat BBQ beef or campus, and in front of the renowned Mesa Arts Center. all commissioned by local artists. Take the rest of the chicken dinner followed by a spectacular Western stage show dine-in deal and live entertainment! featuring the world famous Rockin R’ Wranglers. DOWNTOWN MESA SCULPTURE WALK – 1 ½ HOURS DID YOU KNOW? Walking around Downtown Mesa you will find Mesa’s When early Phoenix settlers made camp along Permanent Sculpture Collection. Around every bend and Exhibits include family friendly activities. strewn along Main Street are 38 different pieces that make up the Salt River, they referred to the land above evening and explore Downtown Mesa, popping in and out of the city’s public art collection. It doesn’t matter which direction the bluff as the “mesa.” This is a Spanish word you are looking - they are everywhere! Guided tours available. meaning table. Residents then began referring to their community as Mesa or Mesa City. The original Mesa town site was one-square mile and registered in 1878. shops like Mezona Market, Moon Dust Farms, and Atomic Age After a hatch chili-infused dinner at Old Lehi School The Original Blue Adobe The Museum Modern. Main Street is a scene on weekend nights, follow the Grille catch a show at the Mesa Arts Center. While there, take 2345 N. Horne is open: Mesa, AZ 85203 sounds of live music to breweries and tasting rooms up and in the five visual arts galleries at Mesa Contemporary Arts To view more lifestyle themed itineraries for Mesa, Arizona and Tues. – Sat. Phone: 480-835-2286 down the main drag. where admission is always free. access other trip planning tools head online to VisitMesa.com. Museum 10am – 4pm MesaHistoricalMuseum.com

visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Culture Seeker | 17 FRESH FOODIE 2020 Visitors Guide | Fresh Foodie | 19 Foodie Guide | Fresh Visitors 2020 Harvest Dinner, Agritopia Harvest Dinner, overnight stay at stay Theovernight Coy each eserve an for vintage your airstream today eserve at SchnepfFarms.com or call to t i nin t t m toy m nin t t i t to FUN AT THE AT FUN andenoy iit nearm.m ion u ou u ion D o m i t ou nt ic the produce you want oom Ction uy on y un ti it it oo i ti umin Cii ty to Citm t n m tin i n iumintion o o y i i in iit t County to y o miy oit tt m n i n ittnou uyuny mm o un C visitmesa.com TASTY TREASURES REGIONAL TASTES CHEF FOR THE DAY ON MESA’S FOODIE HAPPENINGS TACOS FOR DAYS ® all year long FRESH FOODIE TRAIL Why should Tuesdays get all the attention? Visitors can find fantastic FEBRUARY flavor-packed tacos across Mesa any Mesa, Arizona has garnered national attention for its thriving collection of charming, PEACH BLOSSOM FESTIVAL day of the week. Start with cantina neighborhood farms and food-centric outposts providing a year-round bounty of seasonal Schnepf Farms tacos from Rancho de Tia Rosa topped with homemade salsa fresca. For small goods for visitors to enjoy. These farm-to-table experiences create the award-winning Fresh FESTIVAL OF THE NEW OIL bites, their mini rolled tacos are great Foodie Trail® and carve out the ultimate foodie road trip for travelers seeking good eats. Queen Creek Olive Mill paired with their queso fundido dip To download a map of this guided path rich with homemade ice cream, peaches, heritage ARIZONA BEER WEEK with hints of green chili. You’ll find it hard to pick just one of the grains, olives, local citrus stands, fresh baked pies, farmers markets and so much more head Arizona Craft Brewers Guild two-bite street tacos from the selection at Joyride Taco House. Their take on the popular Mexican dish comes in tasty trios and feature to FreshFoodieTrail.com. MARCH flavors like pork adobada, Baja fish or their chipotle shrimp. Be DINNER DOWN THE ORCHARD sure to pair with their roasted mushrooms and poblano peppers or

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Queen Creek Olive Mill In addition to food glorious food, Mesa’s Fresh Foodie Trail also offers hands-on Mexican street corn on the side. A true Mesa original, Backyard Taco, opportunities for visitors looking to sharpen their culinary chops in the kitchen. BREWFEST serves up an array of award-winning tacos and a massive condiment Recognized as a gourmet gateway to Greater Phoenix, the area is where top Downtown Mesa bar full of fixings giving guests a chance to build their own tasty chefs forage with farmers and source local goods for their ever-changing menus. tortilla-wrapped creation. Add a Crazy Potato to your order for an S’MORE SWEETS FESTIVAL Several farms that make up the Fresh Foodie Trail® now offer a variety of cooking unexpected punch of flavor. Located in the Mesa Riverview shopping Queen Creek Town Center classes and tours for visitors. complex, Matta’s Grill & Cantina has been satisfying locals penchant APRIL for Mexican food for more than 60 years with savory Tex-Mex style Queen Creek Olive Mill is celebrating their Italian roots with new pizza making cuisine. All the family recipes here are made from scratch and their classes. Offered on the first Wednesday of each month, the course promises to OLIVE BLOSSOM BASH Taco Trio is no exception. If you still have a craving when Tuesday teach all the classic skills required for an authentic pizza pie. From tossing dough, Queen Creek Olive Mill rolls around, Baja Joe’s Mexican Cantina offers special deals on their applying just the right amount of sauce and balancing all the flavorful toppings, MAY tacos. Stay awhile and sip on their prickly pear margaritas to make these interactive classes are great for all ages. The Mill’s standout feature is the most of your Southwest foodie experience! their giant brick oven in the middle of the indoor eatery where attendees will PEACHES N’ PLAY be taught how to fire their pie to perfection. In addition to savory pizza options, Vertuccio Farms guests can make dessert pizzas with the Mill’s famous honey mascarpone cheese. U-PICK PEACHES Hayden Flour Mills at Sossaman Farms Reserve an apron online. Schnepf Farms

Pretzels, pies, tamales and tortillas are just some of the tasty baked goods that JUNE are part of Hayden Flour Mills at Sossaman Farms cooking class series. After a CORN ROAST major expansion, their fully-equipped kitchen is ready for epicures-in-training (of Queen Creek Olive Mill all ages!) that want to get to the heart of how to make dough rise. Known for their hand-crafted ancient and heritage grains, the classes all feature Hayden SEPTEMBER Flour Mills product including Egyptian farro, blue corn, purple barley and their GARLIC FESTIVAL popular, White Sonoran wheat flour. All classes are listed online with event dates Queen Creek Olive Mill and pricing. Visitors can also sign up for ‘The Grain Experience’ introductory tours held Thursdays and select Saturdays starting at 10 a.m. Head online for event OCTOBER dates and times. PUMPKIN & CHILI PARTY

Belly up to the bar at Garage-East and ask local vintners there to serve up a Schnepf Farms blended glass of Arizona wine. This unique tasting room located at Agritopia NOVEMBER features seasonal treats from local food producers on their snack boards – FALL FOLLY BREW FEST Schnepf Farms all paired perfectly with their selection of white, red, pink and green wines (yes, green!). Downtown Mesa HARVEST DINNER SERIES Arizona has deep roots in the citrus industry when explorers brought the curious Agritopia fruit with them to the “New World.” Stop by The Orange Patch and join their complimentary tours of their production facility. Visitors love to taste, shop OLIVE HARVEST FESTIVAL and walk the grounds of the citrus orchards while taking in the fragrant orange Queen Creek Olive Mill blossoms each season. BACON BLUES AND BREWS FESTIVAL Queen Creek Town Center Take the bounty home from Schnepf Farms where visitors can pick their own veggies, fruit and even flowers for the dinner table. Their U-PICK gardens change by the season but feature every type of produce under the Arizona sun. Visitors Search VisitMesa.com for exact dates can also help farmers propagate and plant the gardens during certain times of the year. Fresh baked pies and pastries are available for take away at the Farm Fresh Bakery.

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and attractions have gone through a rigorous autism training process by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Educational Standards (IBCCES) to ensure that travelers with ASD are met with smiles, handshakes and most importantly, understanding.

Mesa, Arizona is the world’s first Certified Autism Destination. As of November 2019, more than 50 businesses and attractions in the Mesa area have made the commitment to go through the autism training with IBCCES to become a Certified Autism Center. And the list continues to grow as more and more organizations understand the benefits of being able to welcome ALL families to their business.

On a recent trip to Mesa, my family visited many of the newly-certified Autism Centers in and around the city and it was an amazing few days of adventure, exploration and acceptance. Mesa, Arizona is leading the way in Autism Travel by creating an all-inclusive travel destination for families to enjoy - with hotels, restaurants, attractions, playgrounds and parks, and outdoor adventure destinations all on the list. There’s no other place in the world where families with autism have this amount of destination choices when crafting their vacation, and I can’t wait to share our experiences with my travel clients!

After our fun-filled days of vacationing in Mesa, my 11-year old son said that he loved visiting this city because they were laying out the welcome mat for families with autism. I answered, “Yes, sweetie, they sure are!”

Nicole Thibault is the travel planning mom and agent behind Magical Storybook Travels. Her leading travel agency specializes in family travel and travel for families with special needs. It’s her own experiences that drives her passion for assisting other families achieve their travel dreams. .

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MESA MAKES TRAVEL PLANNING EASY FOR FAMILIES ON THE SPECTRUM FEATURING NICOLE THIBAULT, TRAVEL SPECIALIST WITH MAGICAL STORYBOOK TRAVELS

I’m a wearer of many hats.

The hat I’m most proud to wear is that of mom to three amazing boys. They’re my life, my love, and watching them grow into little men is my favorite pastime. Raising three boys has not always been easy - one of my boys has autism, one is neurotypical, and one has sensory processing disorder and childhood apraxia of speech. We have our challenges, but it makes our successes so much sweeter.

Travel has always been a big priority for our family. Despite our hurdles, we’ve learned how to travel with our sons who have anxiety, sensory issues and dietary restrictions. We’ve learned how to explore the world with as little stress and as much ease as possible.

The second hat I love wearing is that of a Certified AutismTravel Planner. I became a travel agent in 2013 so that I could use our family’s first-hand experiences with traveling with our boys and share that with other families with autism who are hoping to confidently travel with their children. AUTISMTRAVELAZ.COM

According to Autismtravel.com, 87% of families with autism don’t travel at all. The thought of travel with a child with autism can be too overwhelming for some, and they’re nervous to take the leap of money, time and energy going to a destination that may or may not be accommodating to their family’s needs.

As a Certified AutismTravel Planner, I love guiding families to destinations that are accommodating to families with children, teens and young adults on the spectrum. The best successes my clients have had with traveling with their

families have been to Certified Autism Centers, or CACs. These destinations

A travel planning resource for visitors with sensory and and sensory with visitors for resource planning travel A cognitive disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Disorder Spectrum Autism including disorders cognitive Board Chairman. “Mesa stands out out stands Chairman. “Mesa Board and the of its leaders the drive for passion and engagement commitment, proud We’re community. of the business this partnership that through say to individuals certification, and the IBCCES can sensory sensitivities with autism or a positive have will they confident feel in Mesa.” experience was immediately embraced by other other by embraced immediately was including the Mesa organizations city and numerous of Commerce Chamber than More organizations. non-profit and Recreation Parks, 500 Mesa and employees Facilities Community Department Police 1,200-plus Mesa and law enforcement public safety autism completed have officers nearly In total, training. certification have members 4,000 community autism certification. undergone around organizations certifies “IBCCES IBCCES Pincomb, Myron the globe,” said

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ACTIVE FAMILY visitmesa.com For iconic Arizona desert landscapes, Usery Mountain Sloan Park why mesa is great Regional Park has it all. Cactus, cactus and more cactus! Choose to hike the family-friendly Wind Cave Trail or spend your time at the Nature Center and get close access to all for every family the desert critters and creepy crawlers. Just behind the center is “The Backyard,” an extensive piece of land where BY JEN MALLIA you can spot a bunch of Sonoran flora and the occasional hummingbird or heron. Check the Maricopa County Parks website for real-time programming if you want to join a family activity such as a movie in the desert or bird- In my house, sun and fun are top Saguaro Lake Ranch considerations when it comes to watching. Find the Ranger hikes, stroller cruises or even family vacations. Of course, each a blacklight hunt for scorpions. of us have different interests and different ideas about where to go. Jake’s Unlimited Luckily a recent visit to Mesa, Arizona checked all the boxes for all of us! TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME And a major bonus? Mesa has a bunch of visitor attractions, If baseball is in your blood, you are going to want to plan businesses and city services that a visit in the spring. Arizona is home to the Cactus League are going through dedicated Autism Association which serves as the spring training host for Certification to make sure the city 15 major league teams. It’s the perfect opportunity to see is a welcoming place for everyone— pro ball in a smaller stadium for a fraction of the price of including travelers on the spectrum. a regular season game. Sloan Park, home of the Chicago Cubs, is another Mesa attraction that completed Autism Planning a family vacation is always Certification. You can sit in the grass above the outfield a bit nerve-wracking. If you or for a bit more room and ease of movement than in the a member of your family has an stands, and familiar food faves like Chicago dogs and deep- Autism Spectrum Disorder or sensory dish pizza are in abundance. As a bonus, it is steps from processing issues, the stakes can feel Mesa Riverview Park! a little higher. The heightened sense of awareness or worry some feel in Come hungry to Jake’s Unlimited for endless food and fun for We felt welcomed and beyond at ease in Mesa, and I think new places can feel compounded the family. Jake’s Unlimited was the first attraction in Mesa you will too. It was a great feeling to know that so many when traveling. We all love vacations, to become Autism Certified and it shows. While this is a full- businesses care enough about ASD travelers to make this but disrupted routines, different sensory play zone, be sure to ask staff when you need a time kind of effort, with the added benefit of being able to relax food, sleeping in strange beds—it out and they will find an area on site to rest. As a mom of knowing it will be ok if (or when!) things don’t go as planned. can get to be a bit much. Knowing picky eaters, the buffet options had plenty of safe choices you are visiting a place where they

throughout the design with long walkways able to accommodate wheelchair users for children with food aversions. OdySea Aquarium have made an effort to understand and the illusion of playing in the tree tops. Mesa Riverview features the latest some of the special considerations hands-on play equipment including slides, spinners and swings allowing for hours of FOR SPECIAL INTERESTS of an ASD traveler can make all play time. On the edge of the park, curious climbers can test their skills and scale the difference. a 300 ft. natural linear climbing wall complete with a covered fort. We especially One of the joys of knowing someone with ASD is the chance loved the 75-foot zip line and splash pad and child-size picnic tables. Both award- to learn from them. I’ve been able to learn more facts than GET MOVING winning parks went through the IBCCES audit to assess how sensory processing I ever imagined I’d need to know on various subjects. If you issues may be affected. You can access the report for these parks and others or your child’s interests revolve around sea creatures or Two of our favorite playgrounds in through the City of Mesa Parks website, MesaParks.com. baseball, Mesa has what you need. all North America are located right in Mesa. That might sound like an For something completely different, a drive out to Arizona Goat Yoga is a wacky The OdySea Aquarium has been working hard with exaggeration, but let me assure and unexpected excursion. During the hour-long “goga” session, the class is led various organizations to make sure they are a welcoming, you, it is not. My youngest is a through a series of poses while the goats wander happily through the field, comfortable place for every family. Staff members with a playground connoisseur; searching hopping onto participants as they go. Goat yoga works best for kids who can seahorse above the pocket on their shirts have gone through out playgrounds is priority number join in the class and don’t feel too skittish around animals, as the goats jump on autism awareness training and are equipped to help you with one for him. If you have a kid whose participants indiscriminately. This is animal therapy of the fun kind. your needs. With features like their Pal Place video that helps body needs to move, you know people know what to expect at the aquarium, to a room that creative playgrounds with lots HANDS ON FUN away from the hustle and bustle that’s stocked with sensory of opportunity for climbing and items or to autism awareness weekends that feature lower free-form play are a must—even on Sometimes kids like to do a deep dive into the “how” and the “why” of the world volumes and fewer people, OdySea is a great example of holiday. Our stamp of approval goes around us. The Arizona Museum of Natural History is the ideal size to explore what welcoming autism travel looks like. My guys were taken to Pioneer Park (which also hosts during a warm Mesa afternoon. It has a wide variety of things to touch and with the Behind the Scenes Sharks tour where we enjoyed an Jen Mallia is a travel and lifestyle writer and member of the Travel the Mesa Farmers’ Market and Flea do, without being an overwhelming size. The big hits with my guys were the up-close look at the inner workings of the aquarium, and the Media Association of Canada (TMAC). Her family-focused work on Saturday mornings year-round) animatronic figures on Dinosaur Mountain and panning for gold in the Lost calming OdySea Voyager that lets you sit in theater-style and to Mesa Riverview Park with its Dutchman Mine—ask for a baggie to collect your loot from the staff members seats and rotate through four major exhibits. If sitting for had appeared on Today’s Parent, Family Fun Canada, BirthISSUES spider web-inspired climbing tower – outside at the mine. extended periods isn’t for you, visit during the hour before Magazine, and SheKnows, among others. She is a mom to two the world’s tallest so we were told. closing when you are free to walk through the Voyager at amazing kids with sensory sensitivities and shared symptoms At Pioneer Park, accessibility is seen your own pace. with ASD who loves to travel and explore new destinations. visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Active Family | 25 GEOCACHING IN CITY LIMITLESS® WHAT IS GEOCACHING? TIPS BEFORE Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunting game 10 HIDE AND SEEK where players use a mobile app or dedicated YOU GEOCACHE GPS device to find cleverly hidden containers FUN FOR ALL AGES called geocaches. Today, there are more than 01 • Use your eyes, hands, 3 million geocaches in over 190 countries. and geo-senses.

02 • Look for something that seems out of place.

03 • Geocaches are often disguised.

04 • Think like a detective.

05 • Geocaches should never be buried.

06 • Look high, look low, look around.

07 • Respect your surroundings.

08 • Check the hint.

09 • Watch for previous activity.

10 • Be patient. For hours, tickets and more, They’re out there! visit phoenixzoo.org.

Visit Mesa has partnered with the experts at Geocaching HQ to bring visitors an incredible hide-and-seek travel quest throughout the city. Visit Mesa’s GeoTour was developed as a way to engage travelers on the autism spectrum and provide a fun way to explore all corners of the city on a quest for caches. Perfect for any visitor, the tour is a strategic collection of geocaches anchored at many of Mesa’s participating Certified Autism Centers and city parks. From outdoor adventurers to tech-lovers, the popularity of the sport is growing. Visitors that find at least 5 geocaches on Visit Mesa’s GeoTour can then visit the Mesa Visitors Center (120 N. Center St, Mesa) during regular business hours to collect a special souvenir celebrating their adventure! Find all of the geocaches and you will earn the digital souvenir directly in the Geocaching app.

GET TREASURE HUNTING THROUGHOUT MESA IN THREE EASY STEPS!

01 • To access on mobile, download the free Geocaching® app available in your app store

02 • Log in or sign up and search for the Visit Mesa Autism Travel GeoTour and view the current list of geocaches hidden in Mesa and throughout our region

03 • Turn on your ‘Location Services’ and search under GeoTours GT48C for the Visit Mesa Autism Travel GeoTour.

Off you go…! Remember to log your activity on the app and leave a treasure behind for others to find. Happy hunting!

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JARROD’S TEA & COFFEE GALLERY 5803 S Sossaman Rd, Mesa Explore Owner Jarrod Martinez has created a PAIR CUPWORKS cultural hub in downtown Mesa with a Located inside the Cider Corps OLD ELLSWORTH BREWING DOWNTOWN MESA unique cross-section of coffee, tea, art taproom, Pair Cupworks has quickly As Queen Creek’s first brewery and and live performances. Enjoy espresso gone from a quiet weekend pop-up to taproom, Old Ellsworth Brewing is drinks, smoothies, Italian sodas and downtown Mesa’s first roaster. Kimhak meeting the demand for craft beer light eats from the café, while taking Em serves his small-batch roasts as in the far East Valley. Home brewers in an ever-changing selection of local pour-over coffees and partner Eugenia and friends Brian McKean and Ryan art on the walls. Most nights there’s Tia brews their artisanal teas. Open Bostrom offer a changing rotation of live music or a chance to get in on the five days a week, Pair plans to expand brews like bocks, barley wines and performance yourself with weekly Open to a full espresso bar in early 2020. farmhouse ales that go beyond the Mic Poetry and game nights. 31 S Robson, Mesa ever-popular IPA. Complimenting the 154 W Main St, Mesa beers is a hearty pub menu that is 12 WEST BREWING CO. known for its wings and poutine. ORO BREWING COMPANY The brewery at Agritopia will soon 22005 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek Nestled in a 1920s brick building on be joining the Mesa beer scene in the edge of Mesa’s original business the building it’s named for, 12 West SUPERSTITION COFFEE AT district, nanobrewery and taproom Main Street. Owner Bryan McCormick QUEEN CREEK OLIVE MILL Oro Brewing offers diverse beer styles designed the two-story taproom to be Superstition Coffee fits right in at the from its 12 taps and to-go packaging. a central hotspot on Main Street. working atmosphere at Queen Creek First Friday: 2nd Friday: Last Friday: The passion project of two long- 12 W Main St, Mesa Olive Mill. Owner Bill Mohrweis and his time friends, Oro is rooted in the family roast their beans on site and are Motorcycles on Main 2nd Friday Night Out Zen Nights Vegan Block Party neighborhood. Its “Community Tap” (Sept-June) happy to share their knowledge of the 1st & 3rd Saturdays: dedicates a portion of sales to a process. 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During the summer months, plan for the ever-popular activity of “tubing”, a leisurely float along the cool waters of the Salt River via inner-tube!

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As the fifth largest forest in the United States, the Tonto view or unique shot-making choice unlike the other. Mesa are certain to challenge and inspire golfers of all levels. We- National Forest is one of the most-visited “urban” forests in the is surrounded by mountain ranges that shape our northern, Ko-Pa Golf Club is consistently ranked as one of the best, top U.S. The Tonto National Forest Service oversees all the Mesa southern and eastern skylines and many of the area’s tee 100 modern courses in Arizona. Mesa’s own Augusta Ranch area lakes and the lower Salt and Verde rivers as well as many boxes put players in front of sweeping vistas set against Golf Club is the top short course in the state with its par- streams in the area. A Tonto Pass, a daily (24-hour) recreation the natural beauty of the desert and blue Western skies. 61 golf course offering the perfect round for players of all pass for visitors, is required for more than 50 recreation sites First on your tee sheet should be a round at Longbow Golf abilities. With PGA instructors on staff, visitors can sign up within the Tonto National Forest. The Pass must be displayed Club which has also earned its share of praise after being for a tune-up lesson before dusting off their clubs. In east on the vehicle rear-view mirror. The passes sell for $8 per recognized by Golfweek magazine as one of the top 20 vehicle plus a watercraft use fee of $4 per watercraft. Passes Mesa, Sunland Springs Golf Club offers 27-holes with views are available at 200 locations in the Mesa area including courses in Arizona in their Best You Can Play, State by State in all directions of the Superstition Mountain range. The nearby convenience stores and also online and by mail, and ranking. Opt to play the course on a Longbow GolfBoard, a remodeled full-service pro shop and clubhouse can equip any can be purchased at kiosks at the recreation sites. Many of fun alternative to rolling the hills in a traditional cart. Save visitor short on clubs and other must haves for a round in the the lakes-area businesses operate under special permit from the date for the annual PING Heather Farr Classic hosted by desert. The Salt River community north of the city is home the Forest Service. the American Junior Golf Association each April, where future to Talking Stick Golf Club, a traditional links course with long stars of the sport enjoy the spotlight. For a challenging round tree-lined fairways. Featuring iconic design elements one FOR UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION ON VISITING of desert golf check out which takes THE TONTO NATIONAL FOREST CALL Las Sendas Golf Club would expect from a Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw designed 480-610-3300 OR VISIT FS.USDA.GOV/TONTO advantage of the breathtaking views of both Red Mountain course, visitors can sign up for their golf coaching program and the Superstition mountain range. Designed by Robert and enhance their skills while on vacation. For a fun, relaxed Trent Jones, Jr., the course has matured into one of the most take on the sport, right around the corner is TopGolf, also beautiful courses in Arizona and ranks as one of the top 50 part of the Talking Stick destination. courses in the nation. Just north of the city is We-Ko-Pa Golf

visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Features | 31 23 / Lecture: Close Calls with Death 7 / Rocket Man: A Tribute Superstition Mountain Museum To Elton John’s Early Years 480-983-4888 Queen Creek Performing Arts Center superstitionmountainmuseum.org 480-987-7469 qcpac.com 24 / The Fab Four Mesa Arts Center 7 / Valentine’s Day Love Bug Dance EVENT Queen Creek Library Rec Annex 24 / The Rat Pack: A Tribute QueenCreek.org/LoveBug to Frank, Dean and Sammy

Farnsworth Hall at Dreamland Villa Out To Lunch Concert Series 07-9 / 16th Annual Arizona Electric Festival 480-415-9572 (Arizona Model Aviators) dreamlandvilla.org Superstition Airpark, 480-525-2311 FEBRUARY azelectricfestival.com 24-25 / Lisa Lampanelli’s Losin’ It CALENDAR Mesa Arts Center Jan 13–Mar 12 / 8 / Mesa-Phoenix Marathon For tickets and more information on events held at Mesa Arts Center, call 480-644-6500 or visit MesaArtsCenter.com. For all other event listings, Out To Lunch Concert Series Mesa Riverview call or visit websites listed for exact days, hours of operation and admission prices. All event listings are subject to change. 24-27 / The Marvelous Wonderettes Mesa Arts Center thephoenixmarathon.com Queen Creek Performing Arts Center (12:30pm, Thursdays only) 480-987-7469 8-9 / Wild Old West Dinner Show: 1-28 / Peach Blossom Celebration 10 / Dick Clark’s Countdown to 15 / Claire Ryan & the Crosby’s qcpac.com Pioneer Pepper and the Sunset Pioneers Schnepf Farms, 480-987-3100 January the 1950’s Starring the Rave Ons! Superstition Views, 480-854-1778 Farnsworth Hall at Dreamland Villa 25-26 / 50th Annual Mesa (Dates dependent on weather. Queen Creek Performing Arts Center cal-am.com/concerts 480-415-9572 1 / New Year’s Day Brunch at the Mill Coin Show & Sale Call for exact dates) 480-987-7469 dreamlandvilla.org Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 schnepffarms.com qcpac.com 16 / Claire Ryan & the Crosby’s queencreekolivemill.com Towerpoint RV Resort, 480-854-8180 mcc.anaclubs.org 8-15 / Canada Week 1 / Mesa Historic Home Tour 10-26 / She Kills Monsters, cal-am.com/concerts Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 3-5 / 48th Annual Flagg 25-26 / Brian Lebel’s Sirrine House presented by Mesa Encore Theatre queencreekolivemill.com Gem and Mineral Show Old West Show & Auction 480-835-2286 Mesa Arts Center 16 / Lecture: Jacob Waltz: The Early Years Mesa Community College Superstition Mountain Museum Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 mesahistoricalmuseum.com flaggmineralfoundation.org 480-983-4888 oldwestevents.com 1 / Festival of the New Oil superstitionmountainmuseum.org 3-5 / Taiyou Con Anime Convention 29 / Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 17 / Stanley Clarke Band Mesa Arts Center queencreekolivemill.com taiyoucon.com Mesa Arts Center 29 / Lovin’ Life Expo 1 / Sampling at the Superstitions 4 / Wordplay Café: Rediscovery 17 / Dolly Parton: Mesa Convention Center, 480-348-0343 Superstition Mountain Museum Mesa Arts Center Starring Karen Hester lovinlife.com/expos 480-983-4888 Queen Creek Performing Arts Center superstitionmountainmuseum.org 4-5 / Wild Old West Dinner Show: 29 / ARTRageous: Art & Music Experience 480-987-7469 Pioneer Pepper and the Sunset Pioneers Mesa Regal RV Resort, 480-981-5118 1 / Great Canadian Picnic qcpac.com Farnsworth Hall at Dreamland Villa cal-am.com/concerts Phoenix South Mountain Park 480-415-9572 17-19 / Grand Canyon Tattoo Expo 602-309-1552 29-Feb. 2 / Arizona Cutting dreamlandvilla.org Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 canadianpicnic.com Horse Association Sun Circuit facebook.com/grandcanyontattoo 6-8 / Southwest Gospel Festival Queen Creek Horseshoe Park 1 / BYU Living Legends Mesa Arts Center 18 / spark at dark and Equestrian Centre, 480-358-3710 Queen Creek Performing Arts Center azcha.com Arizona Renaissance Festival Apacheland Heritage Days Mesa Arts Center 480-987-7469 8-12 / Arizona Cutting Horse qcpac.com Association, Jump Start the Year 30 / Lecture: The Lost Dutchman 11-12 / Superstition Mountain 19 / Ballet Folclórico Nacional Feb 8–Mar 29 / Arizona Queen Creek Horseshoe Park and His Mine 5 / The Moth Mainstage Apacheland Heritage Days de México de SILVIA LOZANO Renaissance Festival and Equestrian Centre, 480-358-3710 Superstition Mountain Museum Mesa Arts Center Superstition Mountain Museum Mesa Arts Center Highway 60, Apache Junction azcha.com 480-983-4888 480-983-4888 520-463-2600 20 / MLK Parade superstitionmountainmuseum.org 6 / Lecture: Four Peaks Amethyst superstitionmountainmuseum.org (President’s Day and Weekends Only) 9 / Lecture: The History of Mine and Trunk Show Downtown Mesa arizona.renfestinfo.com Apacheland Movie Ranch 31 / ARTRageous: Art & Music Experience Superstition Mountain Museum Jan 13–Mar 12 / mesaaz.gov/mlkparade Superstition Mountain Museum Valle Del Oro RV Resort, 480-984-5076 480-983-4888 Out To Lunch Concert Series 9 / All That Jazz, 480-983-4888 22 / Nat Geo Live: cal-am.com/concerts superstitionmountainmuseum.org Mesa Arts Center Presented by Salt River Brass superstitionmountainmuseum.org Pursuit of the Black Panther (12:30pm, Thursdays only) Mesa Arts Center Mesa Arts Center 6-8 / Company-A Musical Comedy 10 / Movies On Main – Incredibles 2 MCC Performing Arts Center, 480-461-7172 15 / Mandy Patinkin In Concert: Diaries Silver Lot Downtown Mesa 23 / Catalyst Quartet mesacc.edu/arts Mesa Arts Center railmesa.org/moviesonmain Mesa Arts Center

visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Calendar | 33 14-15 / Carnival of Illusion: 21-24 / Spamalot Feb 28–Mar 1 / Shrek the Musical, 4 / The Beach Boys Magic, Mystery, and OOOH La La! Queen Creek Performing Arts Center presented by Mesa Encore Theatre Valle Del Oro RV Resort, 480-984-5076 Mesa Arts Center, 480-359-7469 480-987-7469 Mesa Arts Center cal-am.com/concerts carnivalofillusion.com qcpac.com Feb 28–Mar 7 / Richard II, 5 / The Finest Hour: Davina & The 14-16 / ARIPEX Stamp Show Feb 21–Mar 7 / A Midsummer Night’s Dream, presented by Southwest Shakespeare Co Vagabonds & Hot Club of Cowtown Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 presented by Southwest Shakespeare Co Mesa Arts Center Mesa Arts Center aripex.org Mesa Arts Center Feb 28–Mar 7 / Welcome 5 / Lecture: Fires in the Superstitions 15 / Southwest Maker Fest 22 / Mesa Bazaar Home Jenny Sutter Superstition Mountain Museum Downtown Mesa (various locations) Downtown Mesa, 480-890-2613 MCC Performing Arts Center, 480-461-7172 480-983-4888 southwestmakerfest.com downtownmesa.com/mesa-bazaar mesacc.edu/arts superstitionmountainmuseum.org

15 / I Love Science Day 23 / Travis Tritt: Solo Acoustic 29 / An Evening with Itzhak Perlman: 7 / Women’s Day Out Expo Arizona Museum of Natural History Mesa Arts Center 75th Birthday Celebration Mesa Convention Center spark at dark 480-644-2230 Mesa Arts Center womensdayoutexpo.com Mesa Brew Fest arizonamuseumofnaturalhistory.org Feb 22–Mar 21 / Oakland Athletics Spring Training 29 / Swingtime: Big Band 7 / Ride-in-Movies at The Park: 14 / Mesa Brew Fest 11-12 / Canadian Snowbird 15 / Russian Favorites, presented by Hohokam Stadium Sounds of the 30’s & 40’s How to Train Your Dragon- Downtown Mesa, 480-890-2613 Extravaganza Celebration Symphony of the Southwest athletics.com/spring Queen Creek Performing Arts Center The Hidden Word downtownmesa.com Mesa Convention Center, 800-265-3200 Mesa Arts Center 480-987-7469 Red Mountain Park, 480-644-4271 snowbirdextravaganza.com qcpac.com mesaaz.gov/bikeped 14 / Chicago Baseball Night 15 / spark at dark Sheraton Mesa Hotel at Wrigleyville West 12 / Vicki Barbolak: Mesa Arts Center 29 / Meet the Authors 7 / Take It Easy: chicagobaseballnight.org On the Trailer Nasty Tour Superstition Mountain Museum A Celebration of the 1970’s Mesa Regal RV Resort, 480-981-5118 15 / Sangria Social 480-983-4888 Queen Creek Performing Arts Center 14 / A Night in the 40’s Big Band Dance cal-am.com/concerts Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 superstitionmountainmuseum.org 480-987-7469 Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum queencreekolivemill.com qcpac.com 480-924-1940 13 / Vicki Barbolak: azcaf.org On the Trailer Nasty Tour MARCH 15 / Strait Country: Starring Kevin Sterner 7-8 / Rubber Stamp Show Superstition Views, 480-854-1778 Queen Creek Performing Arts Center 15 / Live From Laurel Canyon Thru Mar 12 / Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 cal-am.com/concerts 480-987-7469 Mesa Arts Center Out To Lunch Concert Series rubberstampevents.com qcpac.com Oakland A’s Spring Training 13 / The Bachelor Live on Stage Mesa Arts Center 7-8 / Wild Old West Dinner Show: 16 / Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive Mesa Arts Center (12:30pm, Thursdays only) 15-16 / Native American Arts Festival Pioneer Pepper and the Sunset Pioneers the Bus! The Musical Feb 22–Mar 23 / Chicago Cubs Superstition Mountain Museum Farnsworth Hall at Dreamland Villa Mesa Arts Center 13 / Wordplay Café: Mistakes & Mishaps Spring Training Thru Mar 7 / A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 480-983-4888 480-415-9572 Mesa Arts Center presented by Southwest Shakespeare Co superstitionmountainmuseum.org Sloan Park 17-22 / Robert Dubac’s The Book of Moron Mesa Arts Center dreamlandvilla.org sloanpark.com Mesa Arts Center 13 / Lecture: Navajo Code Talker Profiles 17 / Rockin in Paradise: The Styx Tribute 11 / December 63: A Tribute Superstition Mountain Museum Thru Mar 21 / Oakland Athletics Good Life RV Resort, 480-641-9925 Feb 26–Mar 1 / Arizona Cutting Horse 18 / Nat Geo Live: From Summit to Sea Spring Training to the Original Jersey Boys 480-983-4888 Association Wild West Show Mesa Arts Center cal-am.com/concerts Farnsworth Hall at Dreamland Villa superstitionmountainmuseum.org Queen Creek Horseshoe Park Hohokam Stadium 480-415-9572 18-24 / Estrella Wars and Equestrian Centre, 480-358-3710 athletics.com/spring 19 / Lecture: For the Love of Turquoise 13-23 / Space Mission #5379: dreamlandvilla.org Schnepf Farms azcha.com Superstition Mountain Museum Saving Rachel Nevada, presented Thru Mar 23 / Chicago Cubs estrellawar.org 480-983-4888 Spring Training 11-15 / Roots N’ Boots Rodeo & Carnival by East Valley Children’s Theatre 27 / The Doo Wop Project superstitionmountainmuseum.org Queen Creek Horseshoe Park Mesa Arts Center 19 / Nat Geo Live: Designed By Nature Mesa Arts Center Sloan Park and Equestrian Centre, 480-987-7469 Mesa Arts Center sloanpark.com 20 / Blackbird, Fly rootsnboots.org 14 / Renée Fleming 27 / Lecture: Arizona’s Great Escape Mesa Arts Center Mesa Arts Center 19 / Rockin in Paradise: The Styx Tribute Superstition Mountain Museum Thru Mar 29/ Arizona 12-15 / Shen Yun 2020 Sun Life RV Resort, 480-219-6737 480-983-4888 Renaissance Festival 20 / Carnival of Illusion: 14 / Movies On Main – Mesa Arts Center cal-am.com/concerts superstitionmountainmuseum.org Highway 60, Apache Junction Magic, Mystery, and OOOH La La! Princess and the Frog 520-463-2600 Mesa Arts Center, 480-359-7469 13 / The Clairvoyants Silver Lot Downtown Mesa 20 / Lecture: Arizona for Newcomers 27-29 / Arizona Quilters Guild Show (President’s Day and Weekends Only) carnivalofillusion.com Valle Del Oro RV Resort, 480-984-5076 railmesa.org/moviesonmain Superstition Mountain Museum Mesa Convention Center, 480-827-8458 arizona.renfestinfo.com cal-am.com/concerts 480-983-4888 azquiltersguild.org 20-22 / Arizona Game Fair - 14 / ABBA - Dancing Queen Concert 1 / Il Volo: The Best of 10 Years Tabletop Gaming Convention superstitionmountainmuseum.org 13-15 / The Magic of Mexican Artistry - Farnsworth Hall at Dreamland Villa 28-29 / Three Dog Night Mesa Arts Center Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 The Art of Mata Ortiz and Oaxaca 480-415-9572 21 / Simply Three Valle Del Oro RV Resort, 480-984-5076 arizonagamefair.com Superstition Mountain Museum dreamlandvilla.org Mesa Arts Center cal-am.com/concerts 4 / A Bowie Celebration 480-983-4888 Mesa Arts Center 21 / spark at dark superstitionmountainmuseum.org Mesa Arts Center

visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Calendar | 35 21/ Sangria Social 1-5 / USA Synchro-2020 US Junior 4 / Blossom Bash 25 / Broadway Bound Spring 2020 Concert 10 / Mother’s Day Musical Lunch Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 & 13-5 Championships Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 MCC Performing Arts Center, 480-461-7172 Organ Stop Pizza, 480-813-5700 queencreekolivemill.com Skyline Aquatic Center queencreekolivemill.com mesacc.edu/arts organstoppizza.com teamusa.org/usa-synchronized-swimming 22 / Bandemonium, 4 / Arts & Crafts on the Patio 25-26 / ZapCon 2019 10 / Mother’s Day Brunch at the Mill presented by Salt River Brass 2 / Lecture: The Preservation Superstition Mountain Museum Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 Mesa Arts Center of the Salt River Horses 480-983-4888 zapcon.com queencreekolivemill.com Superstition Mountain Museum superstitionmountainmuseum.org 22-23 / 32nd Annual Desert 480-983-4888 26 / International Jazz Day Festival 10 / Mother’s Day Free Admission Woodcarving Show and Sale superstitionmountainmuseum.org 8 / ABBAFAB: ABBA Tribute Mesa Arts Center Superstition Mountain Museum Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 The Villages at Val Vista, 480-832-2550 480-983-4888 26 / Fiesta! - Presented by Salt River Brass desertwoodcarvingshow.com 2-5 / Arizona Cutting Horse Association cal-am.com/concerts superstitionmountainmuseum.org Mother’s Day Brunch at the Mill Spring Fling/Novice Challenge Mesa Arts Center 26 / Mark & Maggie O’Connor Queen Creek Horseshoe Park 9 / Natasha Paremski, Piano 15-17 / Wings over Arizona For St. Jude 18-21 / Mesa International Film Festival Mesa Arts Center and Equestrian Centre, 480-358-3710 Mesa Arts Center MAY Superstition Air Park Arizona Downtown Mesa azcha.com wingsaz.com mesamusicfest.com 26 / Lecture: Women Who Made 9 / Presentation: A Musical 1-31 / U-Pick Peaches a Difference on the AZ Frontier 3-19 / Reefer Madness: The Musical Celebration of Arizona Schnepf Farms, 480-987-3100 15-31 / The Legend of Robin Hood, 20 / Sangria Social Superstition Mountain Museum Mesa Arts Center Superstition Mountain Museum (Dates dependent on harvest. presented by Mesa Encore Theatre Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 480-983-4888 480-983-4888 Call for exact dates) Mesa Arts Center queencreekolivemill.com superstitionmountainmuseum.org superstitionmountainmuseum.org schnepffarms.com 16 / spark at dark 21 / Father’s Day Musical Lunch 26-27 / USA Synchro-2020 US Collegiate 9 / Tiny Tots Egg Hunt 1-31 / U-Pick Peaches Mesa Arts Center Organ Stop Pizza, 480-813-5700 & National Championship Downtown Mesa, 480-890-2613 Vertuccio Farms, 480-882-1482 16 / Sangria Social organstoppizza.com Skyline Aquatic Center downtownmesa.com (Dates dependent on harvest. Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 teamusa.org/usa-synchronized-swimming Call for exact dates) 11 / Easter Egg-sperience queencreekolivemill.com 22 / Father’s Day Free Admission vertucciofarms.com Superstition Mountain Museum 27-29 / The Office! A Musical Parody Vertuccio Farms, 480-882-1482 480-983-4888 Mesa Arts Center vertucciofarms.com 18 / International Museum Day Superstition Mountain Museum superstitionmountainmuseum.org Mar 27-Apr 4 / Kiss Me Kate 11 / Beethoven, Prokofiev and Berlioz; 480-983-4888 MCC Performing Arts Center, 480-461-7172 presented by Symphony of the Southwest superstitionmountainmuseum.org JULY mesacc.edu/arts Mesa Arts Center 19-20 / Brian Culbertson 4 / Arizona Celebration of Freedom 28 / Falcon Field Annual Open House 12 / Easter Musical Lunch Mesa Arts Center Downtown Mesa CycloMesa Falcon Field Park, 480-644-2450 Organ Stop Pizza, 480-813-5700 azcelebrationoffreedom.org falconfieldairport.com organstoppizza.com 19-22 / National Association 4 / CycloMesa: Unchained Bicycle Festival of Intercollegiate Athletics 4 / Corn Roast 28 / The Music of David Bowie - Downtown Mesa, 480-890-2613 17-20 / Disney’s 101 Dalmations Men’s Golf Championship Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 presented by The Phoenix Symphony cyclomesa.com Queen Creek Performing Arts Center Las Sendas Golf Club queencreekolivemill.com Mesa Amphitheatre, 480-644-2560 480-987-7469 naia.org/sports/mgolf mesaamp.com 4 / The Beatles’ Abbey Road qcpac.com 17/ Sangria Social with Classic Albums Live 20-23(24) / Western Athletic Conference- Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 28 / Spring Into Queen Creek Mesa Amphitheatre, 480-644-2560 18 / Celebrate Mesa Free Comic Book Day Baseball Post-Season Tournament queencreekolivemill.com Mansel Carter Oasis Park, 480-358-3000 mesaamp.com Pioneer Park, 480-644-2352 Mesa Hohokam Stadium queencreek.org mesaparks.com 2 / Free Comic Book Day wacsports.com 17-25 / Newsies 4 / Exceptional Prom Downtown Mesa, 480-890-2613 MCC Performing Arts Center, 480-461-7172 28-29 / Military Vehicle Show 18 / El Tour de Mesa 25 / Memorial Day Grill at the Mill Sheraton Mesa Hotel at Wrigleyville West downtownmesa.com mesacc.edu/arts Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum exceptionalprom.com East Mesa, 520-745-2033 Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 480-924-1940 perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-mesa 8 / Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum queencreekolivemill.com AUGUST azcaf.org 4 / Mesa Riverview Grand Prix Summer Opening 18 / spark at dark Mesa Riverview Mesa Arts Center JUNE 14/ Sangria Social 31 / Fly Higher: Charlie Parker at 100 Mesa Arts Center grandprixscottsdale.com Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 Mesa Arts Center 8-9 / Vintage & Vino 6 / Corn Roast queencreekolivemill.com 18 / Sangria Social 4 / Smithsonial Museum Day Queen Creek Horseshoe Park Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 APRIL i.d.e.a. Museum, 480-644-2468 and Equestrian Centre queencreekolivemill.com queencreekolivemill.com SEPTEMBER ideamuseum.com vintageandvinoaz.com 1 / Dorrance Dance 11-21 / Marion and the Merry Men, A New 21 / Jazzmeia Horn 15-16 / Messy Fest Mesa Arts Center 4 / Drum Tao 2020 9 / Amore Eterno: A Mother’s Day Legend of Robin Hood, presented by East Mesa Arts Center Queen Creek Horseshoe Park Mesa Arts Center Mariachi Concert Celebration Valley Children’s Theatre and Equestrian Centre, 480-888-1709 Mesa Arts Center Mesa Arts Center 4 / Wordplay Café: Story Slam 25 / Art of the Story-Family Day messyfest.com Mesa Arts Center i.d.e.a. Museum, 480-644-2468 ideamuseum.com visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Calendar | 37 18-19 / Scrapbook EXPO 31 / Trick or Treat Main Street Nov 27–Dec 31 / Merry Main Street Mesa Convention Center, 888-252-3976 Downtown Mesa, 480-890-2613 Downtown Mesa seasonal events scrapbookexpo.com downtownmesa.com merrymainst.com 1st Friday Motorcycles on Main Bike Night Caffeine & Classics Car Show Power Road Farmers Market (6-10pm) 4th Saturday • (9am-Noon) Daily • starting 9am 19 / Town of Queen Creek 31 / Vintage Wings & Wheels Downtown Mesa, 480-890-2613 Streetside Classics, 480-926-1344 4011 S Power Rd, 480-497-0706 Founders’ Day Festival Street Rods Car Show downtownmesa.com streetsideclassics.com powerrdfarmersmarket.com Founders Park, 480-358-3700 Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum 1st Friday MCC Astronomy Night Queen Creek Food Truck Feastival queencreek.org/foundersday 480-924-1940 FOOD TRUCKS & (6-10pm, Feb-May & Sep-Dec) Fridays • 5:30-9pm azcaf.org MCC Planetarium, 480-461-7027 Queen Creek Library 19/ Sangria Social FARMERS MARKETS mesacc.edu/planetarium azfeastivals.com/queen-creek-feastival Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 Farmers Market at Agritopia NOVEMBER Red Mountain Farmers Market queencreekolivemill.com 2nd Friday Night Out Wednesdays (seasonal) • 5-8pm (6-10pm) Saturdays (seasonal) • 8am-1pm 7 / Women’s Day Out Expo Agritopia 26-27/ 7th Annual Garlic Festival Downtown Mesa, 480-890-2613 Mesa Community College Mesa Convention Center agritopiafarm.com/farm-night Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 2ndfridaynightout.com Red Mountain Campus womensdayoutexpo.com queencreekolivemill.com Mesa Farmers Market and Flea facebook.com/redmountainfarmersmarket Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts Saturdays • 8am-1pm Winter Schnepf Farms U-Pick Gardens 7 / 8th Annual Olivepalooza 1st & 3rd Saturdays • (10am-4pm, Oct-Apr) 7-11am Summer Sep 28-Nov 1 / Annual Fall Thursdays-Sundays • 7:30am-1pm Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 Downtown Mesa, 480-603-7520 Pioneer Park Festival and Corn Maze 24610 S Rittenhouse Rd, Queen Creek queencreekolivemill.com dtmesafest.com mesafarmersmarketandflea.com Vertuccio Farms, 480-882-1482 schnepffarms.com vertucciofarms.com Spark At Dark Mesa Feastival Food Trucks 7 / Bacon, Blues & Brews Festival Steadfast Farm Store at Eastmark Merry Main Street 2nd Friday • (8-11pm, Oct-Jun) Saturdays • 5:30-9pm Founders Park Queen Creek, 480-358-3000 Wednesdays • 4-7pm Mesa Arts Center, 480-644-6500 Pioneer Park, 480-599-0207, OCTOBER baconbluesandbrewsaz.com Saturdays • 8am-2pm mesaartscenter.com azfeastivals.com/mesa-feastival-forest DECEMBER 5111 S Inspirian Pkwy, Mesa Thru Nov 1 / Annual Fall 7-8 / Rubber Stamp Show Wheels & What’s Crackin Mesa Food Truck Fridays steadfast-farm.com Festival and Corn Maze Mesa Convention Center, 480-644-2178 Thru Dec 31 / Merry Main Street 3rd Saturday • (7-10am) 1st Fridays (seasonal) • 5-9pm True Garden Market Vertuccio Farms, 480-882-1482 rubberstampevents.com Downtown Mesa What’s Crackin Café, 480-264-6832 Boulder Mountain Park whatscrackincafe.com Wednesdays & Saturdays • 8am-Noon vertucciofarms.com merrymainst.com facebook.com/mesafoodiefridays True Garden Urban Farm, 480-305-8985 Nov 11-Jan 21 / Fall Out to Lunch Concerts truegarden.com 1-31 / Schnepf Farms Mesa Arts Center Thru Jan 21 / Out to Lunch Concert Series Pumpkin and Chili Party (12:30pm, Thursdays only) Mesa Arts Center Schnepf Farms, 480-987-3100 (12:30pm, Thursdays only) (Thursday-Sunday, call for exact dates) 11 / East Valley Veterans Parade schnepffarms.com Downtown Mesa Thru Jan 8 / Christmas evvp.org Farm Lights Celebration 9-10 / Vintage & Vino Fall Market Vertuccio Farms, 480-882-1482 Queen Creek Horseshoe Park 11-15/ Arizona Cutting Horse Association vertucciofarms.com and Equestrian Centre End of the Trail & Futurity vintageandvinoaz.com Queen Creek Horseshoe Park 5 / Santa Fly-In and Equestrian Centre, 480-358-3710 Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum 15-18/ Arizona Cutting Horse azcha.com 480-924-1940 Association Oktoberfest azcaf.org Queen Creek Horseshoe Park 19-21 / Mesa Music Festival and Equestrian Centre, 480-358-3710 Downtown Mesa 5 / Holiday in the Creek Festival & Parade azcha.com mesamusicfest.com Queen Creek Town Center, 480-888-1709 queencreekparade.org 17 / Celebrate Mesa Nov 20-Jan 8 / Christmas Red Mountain Park, 480-644-7529 Farm Lights Celebration 12 / Queen Creek Kid’s mesaparks.com Vertuccio Farms, 480-882-1482 Christmas Car Show & Toy Drive vertucciofarms.com Desert Mountain Park, 480-888-1709 17 / Trunk or Treat TheAMCmachine.com Queen Creek Town Center, 480-358-3000 21 / spark at dark QueenCreek.org/TrunkorTreat Mesa Arts Center 12-13 / Phoenix Feline Fanciers Cat Show Mesa Convention Center, 623-217-4205 23-25 / 36th Annual Roy Track 21/ Sangria Social phxfeline.com Memorial Mesa Pow Wow Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 Location TBA, 602-799-0260 queencreekolivemill.com 19 / spark at dark Mesa Arts Center 24 / Pumpkin Splash 26 / Mesa Turkey Trot Brimhall Aquatic Complex, 480-644-5087 Red Mountain Park, 480-389-0751 19/ Sangria Social mesaparks.com raceplaceevents.com Queen Creek Olive Mill, 480-888-9290 queencreekolivemill.com

visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Calendar | 39 C C E I B S Arts & culture · · CAC MCC Theatre/ Performing Arts Center Mesa Arts Center 1833 W Southern Ave 1 E Main St, Mesa 1520 S Longmore, Mesa 480-644-6500 480-461-7172 mesaartscenter.com CERTIFIED AUTISM CENTERS mesacc.edu/arts Mesa Arts Center, owned and directory operated by the City of Mesa, These hospitality-related businesses Queen Creek Performing Arts Center is a unique, architecturally stunning facility have all completed or committed to 22149 E Ocotillo Rd, Queen Creek located in the heart of downtown Mesa. autism certification, helping establish 480-987-7469 Arizona’s largest multidisciplinary arts center Mesa as the country’s first-ever Autism qcpac.com is home to four theaters, five art galleries in Certified City. To download the Autism the MCA Museum, and 14 art studios. Guests, Travel Guide, view Sensory Guides and patrons, and students come to Mesa Arts to search the most up to date listing Center to enjoy the finest live entertainment, of Certified Autism Centers that reach performances and festivals, world-class beyond the visitor industry to include Downtown Mesa visual art exhibitions, and outstanding arts residential and community resources, education classes. Free campus tours held visit AutismTravelAz.com. on Wednesdays (September-May). LODGING » See ad on page 14 • Best Western Plus Mesa The Store at Mesa Arts Center Arts & culture 1 E Main St, Mesa • Courtyard Phoenix Mesa 480-644-6515 • Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix-Mesa mesaartscenter.com/thestore MUSEUMS i.d.e.a. Museum MIM — Musical Instrument Museum An artist’s cooperative gallery featuring • Four Points by Sheraton at original works of art for sale. Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport 150 W Pepper Place, Mesa 4725 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum 480-644-2468 480-478-6000 Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum • Hilton Phoenix/Mesa ideamuseum.org mim.org Located at Falcon Field Hours of Operation: • Hyatt Place Phoenix-Mesa 2017 N Greenfield Rd, Mesa Tue-Thu & Sat 9am-4pm; Fri 9am-6pm; Pueblo Grande Museum 480-924-1940 • Residence Inn Phoenix Mesa Sun Noon-4pm; 2nd Fri 10am-10pm; and Archaeological Park azcaf.org Closed Mon and holidays. 4619 E Washington St, Phoenix sports • Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch Hours of Operation: Introduces children to the visual excitement 602-495-0901 Oct-May, Daily 10am-4pm; • Sheraton Mesa Hotel at and cultural enrichment provided by the fine phoenix.gov/parks/arts-culture- Jun-Sep, Wed-Sun 9am-3pm Wrigleyville West arts. The environment is designed to spark history/pueblo-grande professional sports FC Arizona the imagination, stimulate the mind and (Professional Soccer) Arizona Museum of Natural History ATTRACTIONS captivate the eye. Superstition Mountain Museum & Arizona Cardinals NFL Mesa High School 53 N Macdonald, Mesa » See ad on page 14 Elvis Presley Memorial Chapel State Farm Stadium 1630 E Southern Ave, Mesa • Arizona Goat Yoga 480-644-2230 4087 N Apache Trail, Apache Junction 1 Cardinals Dr, Glendale fcarizona.com azmnh.org • Arizona Museum of Natural History Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum 480-983-4888 623-379-0102 Hours of Operation: Tue-Fri 10am-5pm; ISM Raceway 1 E Main St, Mesa superstitionmountainmuseum.org azcardinals.com • Butterfly Wonderland Sat 11am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm 7602 S Avondale Blvd, Avondale 480-644-6560 Learn history and folklore of the Superstition Nestled in the heart of downtown Mesa, 623-463-5400 • City of Mesa: Parks, Recreation mesaartscenter.com Mountains, Apache Junction and the region. Arizona Coyotes NHL this is the premier natural history museum ismraceway.com & Community Facilities Hours of Operation: Featuring the Audie Murphy Barn and Gila River Arena of Arizona. 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PERFORMING ARTS are not your interest then pan for gold, 401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix mercury.wnba.com » See ad on page 14 • Longbow Golf Club take a stroll through a mock village of our Carnival of Illusion 602-462-6500 Phoenix Rising ancestral Sonoran Desert people, or discover Performing at the Mesa Arts Center azdiamondbacks.com • Mesa Arts Center Mesa Grande Cultural Park (Major League Soccer) civilizations further afield like the Maya 480-359-7469 1001 N Date St, Mesa 7135 E Camelback Rd Scottsdale • Mesa Convention Center / or Aztec. carnivalofillusion.com Arizona Fall League Baseball 480-644-3075 623-594-9606 » See ad on page 14 Mesa Solar Sox at Sloan Park Mesa Amphitheater arizonamuseumofnaturalhistory.org Call for event dates. 2330 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa phxrisingfc.com Seasonal hours of operation. Regular season is from Mar-Oct. • Mesa Parks, Recreation and Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West The Duttons 480-668-0500 Ancient archaeological treasure in the middle Phoenix Rising FC is Arizona’s only professional Community Facilities 12345 N Taliesin Dr, Scottsdale 7420 E Main St. Mesa mlbfallball.com of the city and is one of the most important soccer team. Games take place at the Phoenix 480-860-2700 480-840-6874 • OdySea Aquarium prehistoric Hohokam sites in Arizona and on Arizona Rattlers Rising Soccer Complex just minutes from franklloydwright.org theduttons.com/arizona the National Register of Historic Places. (Indoor Football League) Mesa Riverview, north of he 202 Freeway. • Riverbound Sports Paddle Co. Hours of Operation: Seasonal, Dec–Mar Talking Stick Resort Arena » See ad on page 10 Huhugam Ki Museum Variety show featuring award-winning • Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch Mesa Historical Museum 201 E Jefferson St, Phoenix 10005 E Osborn Rd, Scottsdale international touring and recording artists, 2345 N Horne, Mesa 602-514-8383 Phoenix Suns NBA • Sloan Park (Chicago Cubs) 480-362-6320 The Duttons. Unique vocal harmonies and 480-835-2286 azrattlers.com Talking Stick Resort Arena srpmic-nsn.gov/government/culturalresources/ • Town of Queen Creek Parks mesahistoricalmuseum.com instrumental displays with high-energy 201 E Jefferson St, Phoenix hhkm/#museum Seasonal, open Feb-Jun, dancing and heartwarming comedy. 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Still University airport shuttle to all terminals 3 & 4 and on Main, Merry Main Street, Mesa Brew strides to preserve the regions agricultural 480-321-2000 • bannerhealth.com was designed for travelers with luggage. 5850 E Still Circle, Mesa • Allegiant Fest, Mesa Music Festival, Cyclo-fest, Kid- Operates seven days per week. heritage for future generations. 480-219-6000 • atsu.edu 702-505-8888 • allegiantair.com tastic events and more. Banner Desert Medical Center » See ad on page 39 1400 S Dobson Rd, Mesa » See ad on page 29 Benedictine University RENTALS • Swoop 480-412-3000 • bannerhealth.com 225 E Main St #105, Mesa 587-441-1001 • flyswoop.com Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation 602-888-5500 • ben.edu/mesa RV Rental Outlet Banner Health Center 480-789-7000 temperatures 256 E Main St, Mesa • WestJet (US) 1917 S Crismon Rd, Mesa East Valley Institute of Technology fortmcdowelldestination.com 480-461-0023 • rvrentaloutlet.com 888-937-8538 (US) • westjet.com 480-610-7100 • bannerhealth.com 1601 W Main St, Mesa Avg. High Avg. Low 480-461-4000 • evit.com Falcon Field Airport Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce Cardon Children’s Medical Center January 65°F 36°F TRANSPORTATION 4800 E Falcon Dr, Mesa 22246 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek 1400 S Dobson Rd, Mesa Mesa Community College 480-644-2450 480-888-1709 • queencreekchamber.com 480-412-5437 • bannerhealth.com February 69°F 39°F 1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa All Aboard America falconfieldairport.com 480-461-7000 • mesacc.edu 230 S Country Club Dr, Mesa In the heart of Mesa and the Salt River Pima-Maricopa March 74°F 43°F Dignity Health General Hospital 480-962-6202 • 800-848-4728 surrounding metropolitan region, Falcon Indian Community 1833 N Power Rd, Mesa April 83°F 50°F allaboardamerica.com Field is Mesa’s general aviation airport 10005 E Osborn Rd, Scottsdale 480-398-7340 • azgeneraler.com BUS & RAIL LINES serving private, corporate and military 480-362-7740 92°F 57°F AllPro “Anytime” Transportation May Mountain Vista Medical Center Valley Metro aircraft. Amenities include a newly talkingstickarizona.com 480-251-1551 June 101°F 64°F 1301 S Crismon Rd, Mesa (Bus/Public Transportation) renovated terminal, full pilot/passenger Easily accessible off the 101 Pima services, aircraft charters, recreational and 480-358-6100 • mvmedicalcenter.org 602-253-5000 • valleymetro.org Boss Transportation Freeway, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa July 104°F 74°F sight-seeing flights, and a vintage aircraft 480-593-2408 • bosstransaz.com Indian Community is a centrally located Phoenix Children’s Specialty museum and warbird rides. August 102°F 73°F community in the Phoenix Metropolitan & Urgent Care East Valley Center The Driver Provider » See ad on page 62 area. The Community is just 20 minutes September 99°F 66°F 5131 E Southern Ave, Mesa 3439 S 40th St, Phoenix Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport from Phoenix Sky Harbor International 602-933-0002 • phoenixchildrens.com 602-453-0001 • driverprovider.com October 88°F 54°F 3400 E Sky Harbor Blvd, Phoenix Airport and occupies over 52,000 acres, GOGO Charters Phoenix 602-273-3300 • skyharbor.com 19,000 of which are held in natural November 75°F 43°F 4150 W Peoria Ave #135, Phoenix preserve. The Salt River Indian Community December 67°F 37°F 480-776-0065 • gogocharters.com has embraced tourism with open arms and entertainment is their specialty, offering Year Avg. 85°F 53°F National Charter Bus Phoenix 6213 W.Palm Lane, Phoenix 480-626-4711 • nationalbuscharter.com visitmesa.com 2020 Visitors Guide | Directory | 65 SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA APACHE TRAIL ATTRACTIONS INDIAN COMMUNITY BUTTERFLY WONDERLAND APACHE LAKE MARINA CASINO ARIZONA TO FORT McDOWELL SALT RIVER RECREATION AREA APACHE TRAIL JEEP TOURS HUHUGAM KI MUSEUM YAVAPAI NATION TO CANYON STATE AERO IFLY PHOENIX SAGUARO DOLLY STEAMBOAT SCENIC DRIVE LAKE, SCOTTSDALE MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER AND TOURNAMENT ADVENTURES OUT WEST GOLDFIELD GHOST TOWN BUSH HIGHWAY DESERT BELLE OCTANE RACEWAY EAGLE VIEW RV RESORT TOUR BOAT MOTHER LODE MERCANTILE INDIAN SCHOOL RD ODYSEA AQUARIUM 87 FORT MCDOWELL ADVENTURES OK CORRAL STABLES PANGAEA LAND OF THE DINOSAURS FORT MCDOWELL CASINO SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN MUSEUM THE PAVILIONS AT TALKING STICK GREEN ZEBRA ADVENTURES SUPERSTITION ZIPLINE WE-KO-PA GOLF CLUB PHOENIX RISING (MLS) RED MOUNTAIN USERY MOUNTAIN TORTILLA FLAT GOLF CLUB ARCHERY RANGE

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