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Glendale LiVE! concert series

Join us for fun, food, and family as we dance the night away! We're bringing you a variety of bands and performers each night, along with our yard games, interactive art booths, and more! Just a hop, skip, and jump away from our delicious Downtown Dining and all the shopping you could ask for! Are you excited yet? Us too! Grab a lawn chair or your favorite blanket and meet us at The Courtyard for Glendale LiVE! See you there!
Dates: 
01/24/2026
02/21/2026
03/21/2026
Music from 5 pm - 9 pm | Gates open at 4 pm
Location: 
58th Av & Glenn Dr, Glendale, AZ, USA
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Nature Play - Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Discover Nature Play at the Children’s Garden! Unplug and reconnect with nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from November to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activities. Free with admission, no registration required.
Dates: 
01/24/2026
01/31/2026
02/07/2026
10 am - 12 pm
Location: 
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, 37615 East Arboretum Way, Superior, AZ 85173, United States
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Cactus Clubhouse at the Desert Botanical Garden (ages 12 and under)

Cactus Clubhouse is an engaging, hands-on nature play space designed especially for kids 12 and under. Bursting with opportunities for curiosity and discovery, it’s the perfect place for young explorers to let their imaginations run wild! Join us on the weekends too for fun hands-on activities and crafts.
Dates: 
01/18/2026
01/22/2026
01/23/2026
9 am - 3 pm
Location: 
Desert Botanical Garden, North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Open House Sunday Series

Power in Motion – Sundays 3-5 PM Pull up, peek, practice, plug in! Join us for an open house clinic where students and families can tour our facility, watch classes in action, try a practice session, or just stop by to say hi. Get a firsthand look at our programs, meet instructors, and see how we bring learning, arts, and movement to life.
Dates: 
01/18/2026
01/25/2026
02/01/2026
3 - 5 pm
Location: 
At The Outlet, Inc., 3004 North 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Mesa-East Valley Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

Join the Mesa-East Valley Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Committee in partnership with the City of Mesa for our MLK Celebration, an annual event that brings together diverse community members, leaders, and organizations to honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. On January 19, 2026—Dr. King's Day of Observance—we aim to serve as a platform to continue creating bridges of understanding among individuals and communities.
Dates: 
01/19/2026
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Location: 
Parade: MLK Way & Center Street, Downtown Mesa | Festival: Plaza at Mesa City Center
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Scottsdale Book Festival

Join us for the inaugural Scottsdale Book Festival, a one-day, citywide celebration of books, literacy, and storytelling. Experience the joy of reading as we bring together literary enthusiasts from every corner of the community. With more than 200 authors, publishers, and exhibitors, plus food vendors and live entertainment, this free festival invites families, educators, and book lovers of all ages to gather at the Scottsdale Civic Center for a full day of imagination, discovery, and connection. Explore the festival grounds to meet authors, uncover new voices, and enjoy stories spanning every genre — from fiction and nonfiction to YA, children’s books, poetry, and more.
Dates: 
01/24/2026
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Location: 
7380 East 2nd Street, Scottsdale, AZ, USA
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