Things To Do In Arizona April 2025
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I hope this message finds you well and that you’re able to take advantage of some of the fantastic activities happening this April in Arizona!
There’s truly something for everyone—from food-focused events and music festivals to outdoor adventures that let you enjoy the beauty of our state. Whether you're looking for a new experience or a fun way to spend the weekend, I’m sure you’ll find something just right for you.
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Wishing you a great month ahead!
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Event dates, times and locations are subject to change. Some events require tickets or may charge fees for attendance. Please check with event organizers before attending.
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*** Ongoing to May 11th - Spring Butterfly Exhibit - Desert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix - Hundreds of butterflies native to the Southwest are waiting to greet you at the Garden’s Spring Butterfly Exhibit. Get an up-close look at painted ladies, zebra longwings and more, with new butterflies added to the exhibit weekly. Plus, don’t miss the caterpillar nursery and emergence chamber to see hungry caterpillars and watch butterflies emerge from their chrysalises. Included with paid admission - https://www.dbg.org/events/spring-butterfly-exhibit
March 27th - April 6th - Phoenix Film Festival - Harkins Scottsdale 101 Theater - Three directors from Phoenix started the festival in 2000 as a way to get their movies seen in their own town. There are now over 250 films, filmmaking classes, parties, and student workshops at the Harkins Scottsdale 101 as part of the Phoenix Film Foundation. It started out as a three-day exhibition 24 years ago and has grown into an eleven-day celebration of film. MovieMaker Magazine named the Phoenix Film event one of the 25 coolest film festivals and one of the 50 best film festivals worth the fee. It has also been called the most filmmaker-friendly event out there. Not long ago, it was also named one of MovieMaker's 20 Great Film Festivals for First-Time Moviemakers. https://www.phoenixfilmfestival.com/
April 2nd - April 6th- 28th Annual AZ Bike Week – Westworld of Scottsdale. Arizona Bike Week features numerous rides, concerts, shows and more. $$ https://azbikeweek.com/
April 3rd - April 6th - Annual Chandler Jazz Festival – Dr. A.J. Chandler Park,With more than 120 musicians, Bourbon Street comes to Downtown Chandler with this jazz-filled weekend highlighting local and national bands, jazz in a variety of outdoor and indoor venues, all performances are free, 480-782-2735 or https://www.visitchandler.com/events/annual-events/jazz-festival/
April 3rd - Artsravaganza - Scottsdale - Join the Scottsdale Gallery Association on Thursday, April 3 from 6:30–9 p.m. for "Artstravaganza," a special Gold Palette ArtWalk honoring 50 years of supporting the arts. Stroll through the Scottsdale Arts District—Main St., Marshall Way, and beyond—as SGA member galleries showcase vibrant works and celebrate this exciting milestone! Free. 6:30-9:00 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com
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April 4th - Artlink First Friday Phoenix - Downtown Phoenix - Enjoy the spirit and culture of downtown Phoenix as you mingle with thousands of other residents and visitors. Tour art galleries, venues, and related spaces from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. every First Friday of the month. (Note: each art space has their own hours.) There is even a First Friday Trolley to help you get around! Free. https://artlinkphx.org/first-fridays/
April 4th – First Friday Artwalk – Flagstaff- Downtown Flagstaff. This is one of Northern Arizona’s premier arts events. On the first Friday of each month the art galleries and businesses of downtown Flagstaff stay open from 4-8pm. There are special arts exhibits, live music and more. https://downtownflagstaff.org/events/first-friday-art-walk
April 4th - First Friday in the Galleries - Sedona - On the 1st Friday of each month, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm, members of the Sedona Gallery Association offer a unique monthly showcase highlighting artists, special exhibits, and art events. These special art receptions give locals and Sedona visitors alike the opportunity to enjoy light refreshments while beginning their weekends with an exploration of Sedona’s exciting art scene. https://www.facebook.com/events/1285081249238035/1285081269238033/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D
April 4th - April 6th - 40th Annual Tucson Folk Festival - Tucson - Jacome Plaza and surrounding areas - The Tucson Folk Festival is a FREE and accessible festival celebrating Americana/Folk Music traditions and all the wonderful variations, including American bluegrass, blues, country, jazz, Celtic, zydeco, and various styles of Latin and Mexican music! This annual family-friendly festival is held in some of the most historic sections of Tucson. The 40th Annual festival takes place on April 4-6th! Friday features the official festival kick-off concert with the Stefan George Memorial Songwriting Competition and an evening headliner. Saturday and Sunday, the festival features six stages with over 150 live performances including National Headliners, Local and Regional Acts, Songwriting Competition winners, Family Show Entertainment, and Young Artist Showcases! Over 250 volunteers support the success of this free, family-friendly festival.
https://www.tucsonfolkfest.org/folk-festival/
April 4th - April 6th - Powwow at ASU - Desert Financial Arena - Tempe - The contemporary Pow Wow is a link to the past that helps maintain Native American Heritage. Seen by outsiders as entertainment due to the singing, dancing, and colorful regalia, the Pow Wow is a spiritual legacy which should be treated with respect and honor. It is a time for Native American families to be together. It is a time of sharing, of laughter and tears, of learning, and of caring. It is a time to honor the past and celebrate the future.
Native American families travel hundreds of miles to attend Pow Wows across the U.S. and Canada. Time and distance are not relevant. The renewal of traditions and reinforcement of the heritage is the important thing. It is a time to strengthen the circle. Tickets start at $8.00. https://powwow.asu.edu/
April 4th - April 6th - Annual London Bridge Renaissance Faire and Joust - Lake Havasu - Friends of the Fir Rodeo Grounds at SARA Park - Hear ye, hear ye, hear ye! The 7th Annual London Bridge Renaissance Faire is coming! Now in its seventh year, the London Bridge Renaissance Faire is a festival with stage & street performers in period costumes, bringing medieval history to life in a fun and dramatic way! On the Stages and in the Village will be jugglers, musicians, magicians, and a myriad of roving village characters and minstrels. Renaissance Guilds will interact with faire-goers and populate the shire with their demonstrations and encampments. You'll also find a Marketplace with arts and crafts, artisan demonstrations, and delicious food and drink (including our Troll Under the Bridge Tavern). Visit the Pirate's Cove Children's Area, where the young and the young at heart can escape into a world of buccaneers, smugglers, and booty. $ - https://www.londonbridgerenfaire.com/
April 4th - April 6th - Celebrate MIM’s 15th Anniversary - Musical Instrument Museum, Scottsdale, Embark on a musical journey around the globe in celebration of MIM’s 15th anniversary! Diverse performances, hands-on learning experiences, and thrilling musical encounters will bring MIM’s immense collection to life! Included with the price of admission. https://mim.org/events/celebrate-mims-15th-anniversary/2025-04-04/
April 5th - Annual El Puente Festival - Tempe Center for the Arts - Cultural Coalition is excited to announce the Annual El Puente Festival will be held at Tempe Center for the Arts on Saturday, April 5th from 2 to 6:00 p.m. Attendees will enjoy mariachi performances, ballet folkorico dances, and theatrics by some of the Valleys most talented young people from ages 6 to 17. Kids craft activities and opportunities to join in the performances is one of the highlights of this annual festival. El Puente, the Spanish word for bridge, is a festival that brings generations together by sharing the cultural traditions of music, dance, and art with diverse audiences. This event is free and open to the public. More info at https://culturalcoalition.com/elpuente/
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April 5th - Fountain Hills Music Fest - Fountain Hills - The Town of Fountain Hills is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Music Fest on Saturday, April 5, at Fountain Park! This year’s event promises an electrifying night of high-energy performances as four incredible bands take audiences on a nostalgic journey through the greatest hits of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of one of the world's tallest fountains. The free event will also offer a variety of top food trucks, a beer and wine garden featuring local craft brews from Bone Haus Brewing, and a selection of fine wines, Free - 4-9:30pm https://www.experiencefountainhills.org/events/2025/music-fest
April 5th - April 6th - 14th Annual Copper City Classic Vintage Baseball Tournament - Bisbee - Warren Ballpark - Come out to Bisbee to enjoy some good "old fashioned" fun! Watch baseball being played using the 1860 rules and wearing "old-style" uniforms. During this two day event eight Arizona Territory Vintage Baseball League teams will play each other. $10/one-day, $15/both days, under 12 free with adult, gate opens at 9:00am, 520-432-3813 or https://friendsofwarrenballpark.com/
April 9th - April 19th - Mesa Arizona Temple Easter Pageant - Mesa Arizona Temple - — “Jesus the Christ,” an annual, outdoor musical dramatization of “the greatest story ever told,” will be presented in downtown Mesa each evening April 9 through April 12, and April 15 through April 19. Free admission. 8- 9:10pm https://mesatemple.org/
April 10th – 13th - Country Thunder - 2025 - Located in Florence, AZ this very popular event consists of 4 days of great country music.Riley Green, Keith Urban, Hardy and Bailey Zimmerman are set to headline Country Thunder Arizona 2025, 866-802-6418 or https://www.countrythunder.com/az
April 10th - April 13th - Northern Arizona Book Festival - Throughout Flagstaff - Mark your calendars! The Flagstaff Book Festival returns April 10–13, 2025, with events happening throughout Downtown Flagstaff, including a variety of streamed sessions you can enjoy from anywhere. We hope you’ll be part of this year’s celebration! https://www.flagstaffarizona.org/events/festivals/northern-az-book-festival/
Thanks to generous donations, community partnerships, and grant support, the entire festival is free to attend. Want to support the literary arts? Visit our website to contribute. The festival is dedicated to building a vibrant literary community by celebrating the creation, publication, and exploration of contemporary writing from Northern Arizona, the Colorado Plateau, the Southwest, and beyond.
April 10th - April 13th- Agave Heritage Festival - Tucson - various locations - The Agave Heritage Festival is a four-day celebration in Tucson, AZ, the destination for “all things agave”. Created to explore the cultural, sustainable, and commercial significance of the agave plant and borderland culture, the festival features an impressive list of events with a strong focus on sustainability. Events include seminars, agave pit roasting, agave spirit tastings and world-class culinary events conducted by industry leaders, culinary leaders and spirits professionals. https://www.agaveheritagefestival.com/
April 11th - April 13th - 2025 Rose Tree Festival -Tombstone - Come out to celebrate the 134th blooming of the world’s largest rose tree! Enjoy the events including the Rose Tree Parade, the Rose Queen Coronation, pet parade, folklorico dancers and the Nogales Arizona Mariachi Apache Band and more - free,1 pm, 520-457-3326 or http://www.tombstone.org/tombstone-rose-tree-festival/
April 12th – 21st Annual Pat's Run - Tempe - Sun Devil Stadium - 4.2 miles run, 4.2 miles walk, .42 free kids fun run/walk, all events finish on the 42 yard line of the Sun Devil Stadium ( symbolic of the #42 jersey Pat Tillman wore while he was a Sun Devil) Includes free entertainment, live local music, food, drinks and a carnival-like kid’s area, Various prices to register to run, 7 am, 480-507-6754 or www.patsrun.com
April 19th - Flagstaff Earth Day 2025 - Flagstaff - Bushmaster Park - Live bands, local food, free bike valet, vendors and exhibitors, free, 11:00 am – 2 pm, Community clean-up starts at 8:45 with a free breakfast.. 928-213-3612 or https://flagstaff.az.gov/1439/EarthDay
April 19th – National Parks – Fee Free Day - On this, the first day of National Park Week admission is free!!! For more information - https://www.doi.gov/blog/mark-your-calendars-fee-free-days-2025
April 19th - Earth Day Festival 2025 - Children’s Museum Tucson - Join us at the Earth Day Festival and explore fun, interactive ways to help create a healthier, greener world! Our amazing community partners will offer hands-on activities and demonstrations designed to inspire eco-conscious living and empower the next generation of environmental stewards.
Learn about recycling, composting, and sustainable gardening from local experts
Discover the joy of growing your own food with community garden volunteers
Explore local wildlife with engaging exhibits from nature and conservation groups
Get inspired to enjoy the outdoors through after-school nature programs
There will be outdoor exhibits and activities for all ages. Families with children are also welcome to explore kid-focused fun inside the courtyard and Museum.
Admission is FREE—come celebrate the Earth with your community! https://childrensmuseumtucson.org/earth-day/
April 19th - Concours in the Hills - Fountain Hills - Rev up for the 11th Annual Concours in the Hills, showcasing an incredible lineup of exotic, high-performance, and classic cars from across Arizona, California, Nevada, and New Mexico. Enjoy vehicles from top car clubs including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren, Corvette, Viper, Ford GT, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Mustang, Jaguar, Cadillac, and more.
Live music and delicious food round out this must-see automotive event!
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 19, Fountain Park, 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills. Free. www.phoenixchildrensfoundation.org.
April 21st - April 27th - International Dark Sky Week - 🌌 Celebrate International Dark Sky Week (April 21–27) in the most fitting place on Earth—Flagstaff, the world’s first and largest International Dark Sky City!
In collaboration with local partners, Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition (FDSC) is hosting a full week of nightly stargazing events across the region. Here's what's in store:
✨ Saturday, April 19 – Stargazing at Sunset Crater to kick off National Park Week
🎶 Monday, April 21 – Enjoy the Dark Sky Quartet & stargazing at the Coconino Center for the Arts
🔭 Tuesday, April 22 – Night sky viewing (location TBA)
🍻 Wednesday, April 23 – Stargazing & craft beer at Mother Road Brewing Co.
🌠 Thursday, April 24 – "Starlight in the Square" in Heritage Square, featuring curated stargazing and local flavors (🎟️ Tickets available now)
🌌 Friday, April 25 – Night sky viewing (location TBA)
🌟 Saturday, April 26 – Night sky viewing (location TBA)
Come experience the wonders of the night sky in a place dedicated to preserving its brilliance. https://www.flagstaffarizona.org/events/festivals/international-dark-sky-wee
April 24th - April 27th - Annual Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival - Dead Horse Pass State Park. This four day event includes field trips led by experienced guides, guided walks, lectures and other special events, https://verderiver.org/events/verde-valley-birding-and-nature-festival-2025/
April 25th - 4th Friday Art Walk - Prescott - On Friday, April 25th, Prescott’s beloved 4th Friday Art Walk invites art lovers to explore 16 downtown galleries, each featuring a diverse collection of work from both local and nationally recognized artists. These galleries will stay open late, offering special exhibits, artist receptions, and engaging events. https://www.artthe4th.com/
April 25th - April 27th - Spring Sedona Open Studios - This weekend event is a self-guided tour allowing visitors the opportunity to meet and talk with artists in their private work spaces, working in a variety of mediums, styles and techniques, free, Sedona Visual Artists Coalition - 10 am – 5 pm, https://sedonaartistscoalition.org/
April 25th through April 27th - Annual Desert Ice Bonspiel - Tempe – Coyote’s Curling Club – Cool off as you watch 24 curling teams from Canada and the U.S. participating in the tournament. www.deserticebonspiel.com
April 26th - Scottsdale Jazz Festival - Scottsdale Civic Center - Scottsdale Jazz Festival There will be Top Artists, Food and an Amazing Atmosphere at Scottsdale’s Civic Center April 26th. This Signature Jazz Event Takes Center Stage in Scottsdale with a New Orleans-Themed Event It’s the ultimate combination. Cool jazz and blues come together to create a red-hot music festival. . This year, the event occurs in a beautiful setting at the Civic Center’s East Bowl, its largest amphitheater.Various prices. https://scottsdalejazzfest.org/
April 27th -Our Power, Our Planet Earth Day at the Phoenix Zoo - Phoenix Zoo - We have the power to save our planet! Join us for games and activities and learn about conservation and renewable energy! Included with the price of general admission. https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/earth-day/
April 27th - Dia del Nino at the Phoenix Zoo - Phoenix Zoo - Join us for a wild and wonderful celebration of children, animals and Hispanic culture at one of our biggest events! Día del Niño is back featuring a variety of family-friendly entertainment and activities all with a festive Latin flair! All activities are included in Zoo admission! 9am - 1pm https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/dia-del-nino/
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