10 FEBRUARY 2022 FRIDAY 2/4 Grease 7:30 p.m. at Fountain Hills Theater, 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills. Fountain Hills Theater presents the classic tale of Danny, Sandy and their friends as they navigate high school drama, school dances and senior year – and who can forget those well-known songs? Guests can enjoy it all until the show closes on February 13. Tickets are $35 for adults, $18 for kids. fhtaz.org SATURDAY 2/5 Arizona Renaissance Festival 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Festival Village, 12601 E. Hwy. 60, Gold Canyon. The Arizona Renaissance Festival promises medieval fun all in one. Highlights include a 14-stage theater, a 30-acre circus, arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament and a feast with all the fixings. There will be costumed characters, roasted turkey legs, games of chance and skill and so much more! Tickets are $27 for adults, $17 for kids. arizona.renfestinfo.com Mesa Asian Festival 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Sycamore and Main Streets, Mesa. This event is not only celebrating Asian cultures but also unveiling the brand-new Asian District signage in Mesa. Guests can enjoy celebrating the Lunar New Year with over ten food vendors, more than 30 vendor booths, live music and performances, a kids zone with arts and crafts and a tribute to Asian veterans. This event is free. asianfestivalaz.com SUNDAY 2/6 Tucson Gem and Jewelry Show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Tucson Expo Center, 3750 E. Irvington Road. The Tucson show is one of the largest events in the U.S. Guests will mingle with jewelry designers, manufacturers, miners and wholesalers from all over the world. There will also be a selection of jewelry, diamonds, crystals, gemstones and home/gemstone décor available for purchase. Registration is required. jogsshow.com Arizona Donut and Ice Cream Festival 12 p.m. at the Chandler Public Library, 178 E. Commonwealth Ave. This event guarantees a full belly! Guests can enjoy a variety of bao, dumplings, ice cream and donuts from various vendors. Menu prices range from $5-$14. There will also be a curated anime marketplace featuring local artists. Tickets are $10 for adults, $4 for kids up to 12. Arizona Donut and Ice Cream Festival Facebook page FRIDAY 2/11 Chocolate Lovers’ Special 1-5 p.m. at the Verde Canyon Railroad, 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale. Looking for a new way to celebrate your love this Valentine’s Day? Treat them to a train ride – one where delectable treats and delicious cocktails abound. Pastries, fruit, chocolate-covered pretzels and marshmallows will be available while guests enjoy the spectacular Verde Canyon just outside the windows. Registration is $139 per person. verdecanyonrr.com SATURDAY 2/12 Mesa Marathon 6:30 a.m., starting at Usery Mountain Park, 3939 N. Usery Pass Road, Mesa. The 10th annual Mesa Marathon is here! Folks can participate in the marathon (26 miles), half-marathon, 10K or one-mile fun run. Once the race is concluded, runners can enjoy a variety of healthy treats, post- race physical-therapy treatments, massages, food trucks and activities for all. Prize money will be awarded to the top three overall participants in all three distances, and awards will be given to the top three participants in each age division. Registration is $40-$135. mesamarathon.com Winterfest 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the downtown Lake Havasu District, Main St. and McCulloch Blvd. The 37th annual Winterfest promises over 200 vendors and 400 booths from across the United States where folks can shop, browse and enjoy the weekend weather. There will also be entertainment and activities for the younger crowd, plus food trucks and a beer garden for the grown folks. Admission is free. golakehavasu.com THURSDAY 2/17 Arizona Grand Slam 8 a.m. at the Legacy Sports USA venue, 1 Legacy Dr., Mesa. If you like pickleball, you won’t want to miss this event. Come out and watch the world’s best pickleball players compete for the grand prize. General admission for Thursday (it’s a four-day event!) also includes access to pickleball grounds, food trucks, DJ and music, sponsor tents, games and more. Tickets start at $12. tickets.ppatour.com FRIDAY 2/18 I Heart Pluto Festival 5 p.m. at The Orpheum Theater, 15 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff. The third annual I Heart Pluto Festival is a celebration to commemorate the anniversary of Clyde Tombaugh’s discovery of the planet on February 18, 1930. Guests can meet with world-renowned scientists, enjoy a panel discussion and book signing, check out a space-themed art display and treat themselves to a Lowell Observatory lager. Tickets are $10. orpheumflagstaff.com SATURDAY 2/19  SUNDAY 2/20 Air Fair 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Buckeye Municipal Airport, 3000 S. Palo Verde Road. Come out and enjoy a day lookin’ up in the air. This event includes a two-hour air show, candy drop, fly-in expo with various aircraft on display, a take-off competition, a science/tech festival, kids’ activities, a vendor area and historical military displays. General admission is free, but there are VIP packages available for $50. buckeyeaz.gov SATURDAY 2/26 Southwest Cajun Fest 2-9 p.m. at Dr. AJ Chandler Park, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler. Get ready for an afternoon of New Orleans culture with regional food dishes such as crawfish and jambalaya, eating competitions, brass ensembles, live music, an alligator petting zoo, street performers, a kids zone and more. Tickets are $12 for general admission. southwestcajunfest.com OUT OF THE AREA, BUT WORTH THE DRIVE Southwest Cajun Fest at Dr. AJ Chandler Park in Chandler NO W OPEN IN ARCADIA At STRAPT Armory, we offer great deals on guns, ammunition and personal protection. H We are also an excellent resource for firearms training and certification. 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WE PLAY O P O PLAY O LAY N LAY N LAY 2021/2022 SEASON The Phoenix Symphony Steve Hackman The Phoenix Symphony’s • Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong & The Queen of Jazz February 4-5 (3 performances total) • Music of Frank Sinatra and Beyond with Tony DeSare February 18-20 • Steve Hackman’s “Brahms v. Radiohead” March 4-5 • Broadway Showstoppers March 11-13 • Music’s Master Architects: Beethoven and Shostakovich March 18-20 • Revolution: Music of the Beatles. A Symphonic Experience March 25-27 2021/2022 Season Includes: Join us for the triumphant return of The Phoenix Symphony as we celebrate our 75th anniversary season and the return of live performances. We’re celebrating this incredible milestone with a season that focuses on our world-class musicians and features a wide variety of performances. Tickets available at www.PhoenixSymphony.org or call our box office at 602.495.1999 .