APRIL 2026 10 Hide and Peep Egg Hunt 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Scottsdale Quarter, 15059 N. Scottsdale Road. Valley kids are invited to search for colorful eggs hidden throughout the quarter to unlock the secret location to a bag full of treats. After the egg hunt, kids can enjoy music, face painting and balloon twisting. The Easter Bunny will be hopping around, so make sure to bring a camera. Tickets are $5 to participate in the egg hunt. scottsdalequarter.com Easter Bunny Express 11:30 a.m. at the Verde Canyon Railroad, 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale. Make Easter an adventure with the Easter Bunny Express. Guests will enjoy face painting and photo ops with the ‘Rare Rabbit’ before boarding the train and experiencing spectacular views. There will also be plenty of candy, a jellybean counting contest and beverages for the grown-ups. Registration starts $139 per person. verdecanyonrr.com Uncorked Wine Festival 7 p.m. at Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. Wine lovers, get ready for a special day of vino. This festival will feature over 100 wine and bubble companies from across the globe, sharing their sips with attendees. There will also be food trucks, live music and entertainment. This event benefits The AZ Small Dog Rescue. Tickets start at $65 for general admission, with VIP packages available. uncorkedwinefestivals.com Scottsdale Jazz Festival Premiere Party 6 p.m. at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, 15636 N. Clubgate Dr., Scottsdale. Kick off Jazz Appreciation Month with big names like Doc Jones, Carmela Ramirez, Cold Shot & The Hurricane Horns, and Eloni Yawn, offering live jazz under the desert stars. Guests can also check out a New Orleans-inspired dinner buffet and scotch tastings. A portion of proceeds supports NextStudent Academy of The Arts Project. Tickets start at $150. scottsdalejazzfest.org Phoenix Film Festival Times vary, at Harkins Scottsdale 101, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. This festival returns for its 26th annual run, bringing together filmmakers and movie enthusiasts for 11 days of storytelling, events, and community celebration. Founded in 2001 by local filmmakers, the festival now features over 250 films, seminars, parties, and student workshops, drawing more than 15,000 attendees. Admission starts at $19. phoenixfilmfestival.com Check, please! Arizona Food Festival 11:30 a.m. at We-Ko-Pa Resort, 10438 Wekopa Way, Fort McDowell. After a 10- year hiatus, the PBS TV show “Check, Please! Arizona” returns. The event will feature 20+ restaurants, and attendees will be able to sample dishes while meeting the names behind the food, plus attend a seminar and book signing with Tarbell and author Lidia Bastianich. Tickets are $75 for general admission, but there are VIP and special preview dinner options starting at $120. azpbs.org Pickleball Championships 9 a.m. at Center Court, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale. This sixth annual event is a full-day tournament designed for seasoned players and first-timers, with divisions ranging from open/pro to beginner. With $20,000+ in prize money on the line and high energy on the courts, the event brings together Valley players, pros, and celebrity participation to benefit the Phoenix Children’s Hope Fund. Tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for kids. phoenixchildrensfoundation.org Polish Festival 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, at Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, 2828 W. Country Gables Dr., Phoenix. Singing, dancing, food and fun are on the menu this weekend at this year’s annual Polish Festival. There will be various vendors, traditional dances (hello, polka!), songs, contests, activities for the kids – and lots of food. Admission and parking is free. polishfestivalaz.com Olive Blossom Bash 8 a.m. at the Queen Creek Olive Mill, 25062 S. Meridian Road, Queen Creek. The mill’s 16th annual blossom bash celebrates the season with food, tours and family-friendly fun. Guests can explore gourmet vendors and tastings, take estate farm tours, enjoy live cooking demos with owner Perry Rea, listen to live music, and sample dishes from on-site restaurants, along with games, classes and activities for all ages. queencreekolivemill.com Phoenix Epicurean Venues and times vary. Hosted by the V Foundation for Cancer Research, the inaugural Phoenix Epicurean brings together award-winning culinary experiences, immersive conversations with scientists, and a gala and auction with 100 percent of net proceeds benefiting cancer research. The weekend will be hosted by Vinny Del Negro and also honor Jerry Colangelo with a named research grant. Registration starts at $500. phoenixepicurean.v.org Aquari-RUN 5K 7:30 a.m. at the Arizona Boardwalk, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale. Presented by the OdySea Aquarium Foundation, this race raises funds in support of marine conservation efforts. This year’s race is all about celebrating the octopuses and their ‘ink-credible’ adaptability and curiosity. Runners are encouraged to wear their best octopus themed running attire to this family friendly event. Registration starts at $50 for adults, $40 for kids. odyseaaquarium.com Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Road. More than 160 local and national artists, curators and vendors will be on-site showcasing everything from vintage to handmade – clothing, jewelry, décor and more. There will also be live music and food trucks. A VIP event on Friday is also available for $50. Tickets are $10. junkinthetrunkvintagemarket.com Spring Open Studios Tour 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Locations vary. This free, self-guided tour will feature 55 artists across the Verde Valley who will open their studios to allow attendees to visit, watch the creative process and purchase works of art. Participating artists specialize in glass, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, painting, photography and more. Attendees can enter a drawing for a $250 gift certificate to be used at a studio of their choice. sedonaartistscoalition.org Aquari-RUN 5K at the Arizona Boardwalk in Scottsdale. Open Sun-Mon-Tues 11am-9pm Wed-Thurs 11am-9:30pm Fri-Sat 11am-10pm • Dine in • Patio Service • Sat-Sun Brunch menu with drink specials • Happy Hour Specials • Pickup Orders Try our full catering service: 602-300-7133 Safety guidelines are being followed. Thanks for your support! 4144 E. Indian School Road | teepeemexicanfood.com | 602-956-0178 ENJOY YOUR TEEPEE FAVORITES!


