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Central Phoenix Comicon; May 23-26; Phoenix;www.phoenixcomicon.com. Phoenix Convention Center hosts the signature pop-culture event in the Southwest, focusing on comic books, anime, sci-fi and more. Panels, workshops, auction and more.
29th Annual Memorial Day Observance; May 27; Phoenix; 602-534-1262; www.azhistcemeteries.org. Tour the 1897 Smurthwaite House, participate in self-guided cemetery tours, attend book signings by noted authors and enjoy light refreshment.
Memorial Day Observance; May 27; Phoenix; 602-252-8848; www.heard.org. The Heard Museum hosts this observance, which includes remarks made in tribute, a ceremonial drum song and a showing of the film Native American Veterans: Storytelling for Healing.
Northern Red Rock Native Artist Guild Arts Festival; May 24-25; Winslow; 928-613-8001. Native American artists from Northern Arizona and New Mexico showcase their work at Winslow's Eagle Pavilion. Also includes entertainment and food vendors.
33rd Annual Pine-Strawberry Arts & Crafts Festival; May 25-26; Pine; 928-476-6537; www.rimcountrychamber.com or www.pinestrawhs.org. Stop by the Pine Community Center Ramada to see 75 arts-and-crafts booths featuring stained glass, jewelry, wood items, pottery, baby items, artwork, cards, copper items and more. Also includes a raffle, children’s activities and food.
23rd Annual Zuni Festival of Arts and Culture; May 25-26; Flagstaff; www.musnaz.org. After a four-year hiatus, the A:shiwi people will share details of the Zuni language and traditional lifestyle at the Museum of Northern Arizona.
Flagstaff Fine Art & Craft Festival; May 25-27; Flagstaff; 602-789-7222; www.dixiegreenpromotions.com. Wheeler Park hosts a large exhibit of unusual fine art and crafts, including photography, wall art, jewelry, deerskin wall hangings, metal décor & more. Free.
Eastern 7th Annual White Mountain Spring Carnival; May 25-28; Pinetop-Lakeside; 928-358-3069; www.wmnature.org. Celebrate spring behind Larson Memorial Library with a carnival that supports and benefits the Nature Center.
4th Annual Classic Route 666 Blast from the Past Oldies Car Show; May 25; Alpine; 928-339-4082; www.cruisinarizona.com. See pre-1980 vehicles in 20 classes. Includes participant judging and a 50/50 raffle.
Show Low Main Street Farmers’ Market & Art Walk; May 25; Show Low; 928-532-4124; www.showlowfarmersmarket.com. Festival Marketplace features local growers, food producers, artisans and craftspeople.
Men’s Memorial Day Softball Tournament; May 25-27; Show Low; 928-532-4140; www.calendar31.com. Show Low City Park hosts games. Limited to 40 teams.
Southern Documentary Film Screening: May 25; Douglas; 520-417-7344; www.explorecochise.com. Join aviation historians for a special screening of Breaking Through the Clouds: The First Women's National Air Derby at the closing ceremony of the Douglas Aviation History exhibit at the Douglas Government Center. Free.
Spacefest V; May 24-27; Tucson;www.spacefest.info/V. Astronauts, astronomers, planetary scientists and more are the featured guests at this convention for fans of space exploration and astronomy.
Tucson Pops Concert in the Park; Tucson; www.sonsoforpheus.org. Sons of Orpheus, a highly regarded male chorus in Tucson, joins guest vocalist Lindsey McHugh for this concert at Reid Park. Free.
Note: Dates and activities could change. Before planning to attend events, phone for fees and to confirm days and times.
Phoenix Comicon; May 23-26; Phoenix;www.phoenixcomicon.com. Phoenix Convention Center hosts the signature pop-culture event in the Southwest, focusing on comic books, anime, sci-fi and more. Panels, workshops, auction and more.
29th Annual Memorial Day Observance; May 27; Phoenix; 602-534-1262; www.azhistcemeteries.org. Tour the 1897 Smurthwaite House, participate in self-guided cemetery tours, attend book signings by noted authors and enjoy light refreshment.
7th Annual Chaparral MusicFest; May 28-June 9; Prescott; 928-777-8663; www.chaparralmusicfest.org. Enjoy family concerts, master classes, recitals, a community drum circle and more music-related events.
Flashlight Tours; May 30-August 31; Phoenix;www.dbg.org. Desert Botanical Garden hosts evening tours of the garden on Thursdays and Saturdays. All tours begin at 7 p.m. Admission fee or membership is required.
Annual Music in the Garden Spring Concert Series; May 31; Phoenix; 480-481-8188; www.dbg.org. Enjoy desert beauty and the sounds of the Valley’s premier musicians at the Desert Botanical Garden.
Mountain High Games; May 31-June 1; Payson; www.paysonrimcountry.com. Payson Event Center hosts the Southwest’s largest celebration of adventure sports. ATV trail rides, an ATV rodeo, a mountain-bike race, a 5K trail run and more.
13th Annual Family Farm Day; June 1; Glendale; 623-386-1301; www.tolmachoff-farms.com. Children can learn how food is produced. Activities include train rides, corn-husking and watermelon-eating contests, crafts, food samples, farm-themed games and more.
Arizona Junior Rodeo; June 1; Payson;www.arizonajuniorrodeo.com. Watch the Arizona Junior Rodeo Year-End Finals. Prizes will be awarded to top competitors.
Into the Woods; May 31-June 23; Peoria; 623-776-8400; www.azbroadway.org. A baker and his wife set out to remove a curse placed on them by a beguiling witch in this enchanted tale of growth and self-discovery at Arizona Broadway Theatre.
Music in the Garden Spring Concert Series; June 7, 14, 21 and 28; Phoenix; 480-481-8188; www.dbg.org. Enjoy desert beauty and a variety of sounds of the Valley’s premier musicians at Desert Botanical Garden. Reservations recommended.
38th Annual Mighty Mud Mania; June 8; Scottsdale; 480-312-2771; www.scottsdaleaz.gov/MightyMudMania. There’s muddy fun for the whole family at Chaparral Park. The main mud obstacle course is for teenagers and adults; there are separate courses for ages 6 and under and ages 7 to 12.
Strawberry Patchers 17th Annual Quilt Show; June 7-9; Pine;www.strawberrypatchers.com. Pine Community Center displays more than 100 quilts at the ramada. The exhibit also includes wearable quilted work, quilts from around the state, a quilt raffle, a boutique of items made by quilters, and a demonstration of the old-fashioned treadle sewing machine.
Sedona Bluegrass Festival; June 8-9; Sedona; 928-204-2415; www.SedonaBluegrassFestival.org. Los Abrigados Resort and Spa celebrates all things bluegrass at this annual festival. Food and snacks will be available.
15th Annual Tsunami on the Square; June 15; Prescott; 928-445-5540; www.tsunamionthesquare.org. The best in performing and cultural arts, including Native American hoop-dancing, modern dance, physical theater, circus arts, martial arts and more. Also includes entertainment for kids.
Strawberry Festival; June 15-16; Strawberry; 928-476-3655; www.pinestrawhs.org or www.strawberryfestivalaz.com. Downtown Strawberry presents music, crafts and food in this celebration of strawberries.
Bluegrass Festival; June 22-23; Prescott; 800-266-7534 or 928-771-9827; www.prescottbluegrassfestival.com. Stop by Courthouse Plaza and listen to four top bands and attend jam sessions and workshops, then visit the unique retail shops along the square. Free.
Celebration of Freedom; June 28-29; Mesa;www.azcelebrationoffreedom.org. Downtown Mesa presents entertainment, classic cars, motorcycles, art, music, patriotic displays, educational games and more. Fireworks on Saturday. Free.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus; June 26-July 1; Phoenix;www.usairwayscenter.com. The 143rd edition of the “Greatest Show on Earth” includes feats of strength, agility and courage featuring circus performers from around the globe.
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