Top Attractions in San Tan Valley, AZ

Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in San Tan Valley, AZ. The best spots for locals and visitors.

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Youth Symphony of the Southwest Free Concerts 2025

Happening now · Sep 16 – Apr 28 · Mesa Arts Center · 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

Free concerts by Youth Symphony of the Southwest at Mesa Arts Center from Sept 2025 to Apr 2026 with classical works and side by side performances.

Mark Klett: Desert Citizens

Starts in 12 hrs · Mon, Apr 13, 3:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, Phoenix, AZ

Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.

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Rawhide Western Town

Rawhide Western Town · 5700 W. North Loop Rd., Chandler, AZ

Rawhide Western Town & Event Center is the valley’s premier special event destination with meeting space that can accommodate anywhere from 10 to 10,000 guests. Rawhide offers over 18 unique and versatile venues that encompass 160+ acres of the beautiful Sonoran Desert – a perfect fit for all...

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Spring Art Series: Introduction to Digital Art with Kelsey Phillips

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Downtown Library · 22 S Delaware Street, Chandler, AZ · Ages 13+

Interested in digital art and would like professional guidance? Join local artist Kelsey Phillips and learn the basics of digital art. This workshop uses the Sketchbook app on the iPad. For ages 13 and older. Registration is required.

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Young Jazz Artist Showcase: Chandler Gilbert Community College Jazz Combo

Tue, Apr 14, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Sunset Library · 4930 W Ray Road, Chandler, AZ

Enjoy live jazz? You're invited to an evening performance by the Chandler-Gilbert Community College Jazz Combo at Sunset Library on April 13, at 5:30 p.m. The Chandler-Gilbert Community College Jazz Combo is a collective of advanced, dedicated students, exploring jazz music alongside their other...

Mystery in the Museum @SMoCA: Brushstrokes and Buried Secrets

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 18, 1:30 AM UTC · Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) · 7374 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Scottsdale, AZ

Cryptic clues have been left behind, and we need your help to decipher them! It’s time to put your detective caps on to crack these puzzles and follow the clues throughout the Museum to investigate th...

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"Climate Future" a Film Festival

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 24, 12:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Gateway Library · 5036 S Eastmark Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85212, Mesa, AZ

<div>Experience ten short films from four continents in one powerful two-hour program. These stories explore climate hope and grief, denial and resolve, capturing global emotions while inspiring reflection, empowerment, and action.</div><div title="4/23/2026"> </div>

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Mystery in the Museum

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 18, 1:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Old Town Scottsdale · 7380 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ

cryptic clues have been left behind, and we need your help to decipher them! it’s time to put on your detective caps to crack these puzzles and follow the clues throughout the museum to investigate this curious caper.bring a friend or assemble a team and join us in solving the riddles and finding th

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Classic Album Discussion Group

In 2 days · Thu, Apr 16, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Music enthusiasts unite! Let's share our passion for good tunes and discuss a classic album each month. Snippets of songs will be played to enhance the discussion of great music. </p><p>April: <em>I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You </em>by Aretha Franklin</p><p>May: <em>IV </em>by Led...

Sophie Buddle — Tempe Improv

Sun, May 24, 1:00 AM UTC · Tempe Improv · 930 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ

Sophie Buddle is a stand-up, a TV writer, and a podcaster. She has appeared on “The Tonight Show”, “The Late Late Show with James Corden”, and on CBC’s “This Hour Has 22 Minutes as a correspondent and staff writer. She's also been featured on CTV’s "Roast Battle", JFL All Access, Kevin Hart's LOL Ne

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Phoenix Youth Symphony Orchestra Season Finale Concert

In 1 week · Sun, Apr 26, 10:00 PM UTC · Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts · 7380 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Scottsdale, AZ

The most talented young musicians come together to celebrate the end of Phoenix Youth Symphony Orchestra's season with their annual Season Finale Concert! This concert features all six PYSO ensembles.

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OdySea Aquarium

OdySea Aquarium · 9500 E Via De Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ

Largest aquarium in the Southwest with 30,000+ animals including sharks, penguins, sea otters, and stingrays. Part of the Arizona Boardwalk entertainment complex.

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Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Think the desert is all dirt and tumbleweeds? Think again. Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cactus, trees and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Brix Kitchen + Cocktails at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix

Brix Kitchen + Cocktails at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix · 320 N. 44th St., Phoenix, AZ

Old Town Scottsdale blends historic charm with a thriving culinary scene, offering everything from Southwest classics to globally inspired dishes by renowned chefs. After dining, enjoy vibrant nightlife and entertainment, including live music, comedy, and energetic nightclubs.

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Anime Café: Kit Kat Taste Tournament

Tue, May 19, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Basha Library · 5990 S Val Vista Drive, Chandler, AZ · Ages 13–17

Did you know there are over 300 different flavors of Kit Kats in Japan? Join us in Anime Café this month as we determine which of these unique Kit Kat flavors is the best. Anime Café is a monthly hangout for teens (ages 13-17) where we watch anime, listen to anime music, and enjoy delicious...

Tender Alchemy: Beth Ames Swartz and Julianne Swartz

Happening now · Mar 21 – Aug 24 · Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) · 7374 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Scottsdale, AZ

"Tender Alchemy" presents the works of mother and daughter artists whose distinct practices are united by a shared devotion to transformation, healing, and the invisible forces that shape human experi...

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Climate Future Film Festival

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Tempe Public Library · 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282, Tempe, AZ

Hope and panic, greed and courage, fear and comedy: ten films in two hours touch on the myriad responses to an existential crisis. Award-winning drama, documentary, comedy, and animation films from four continents expose a range of interior responses that address our many possible climate futures:..

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Spring Art Series: Paint Your Partner Night

Wed, May 13, 11:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Basha Library · 5990 S Val Vista Drive, Chandler, AZ · Ages 18+

Join us for Paint Your Partner at Basha Library, hosted by Paint the Party Mobile Art Studio. This adult paint class will allow you to be creative and have some laughs together. Bring a friend, spouse, sibling, or best friend and enjoy an evening of color, creativity, and connection. You don’t need.

Dog Days After Dark

In 2 days · Thu, Apr 16, 12:00 AM–4:00 AM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, Phoenix, AZ

For the first time ever, your four‑legged friends get their very own night to sniff, stroll and shine at Garden After Dark.

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Family Music Bingo

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Music Bingo is an exciting twist on an old classic! To play, players listen to songs and mark them off their bingo cards when they recognize them. We will be playing a mixture of old classics and new favorites that all ages will enjoy.</p>

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Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills

Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills · 1415 N. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ

A public golf course that brings all the best things into one place. A place that busts down the traditional stereotypes of the game. Competition, community, night golf, groups larger than the traditional foursome, incredible food, concert venues & weekly live music. A place so good theres no...

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Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum

Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum · 2017 N. Greenfield Rd., Mesa, AZ

Walk through our maintenance hangar and watch aircraft mechanics maintain our flying aircraft. Climb aboard our bombers and cargo planes or, better yet, book a once-in- a-lifetime flight in an authentic warbird. Choose among six WWII aircraft, from an open biplane to the rarest bombers in the...

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Burger Theory Phoenix at Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North

Burger Theory Phoenix at Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North · 4401 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, AZ

Our menu uses new flavors to reinvent classic dishes, and offers guests customizable options to excite their taste buds and create the perfect meal. A proprietary beef blend in our specialty burgers with a Create-Your-Own menu offering 4,320 possibilities. A selection of 30+ local, regional and...

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Dog Days at the Garden

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 18, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, Phoenix, AZ

Enjoy a Saturday morning from 6-11 a.m. excursion with your four-legged friend through the Garden’s trails. A paw-fect place to enjoy the outdoors together with some great photo ops. Dogs not permitted at Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s, The RAF Gallery, Butterfly Pavilion or Cactus Clubhouse. Dog Days...

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Dinosaur Iris Folding

Thu, Jun 11, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Tempe Public Library · 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282, Tempe, AZ

We'll provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! We'll be using the iris folding technique to make a paper dinosaur. Attend to earn Summer Reading points.

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8 Second Saturdays Rodeo

Tue, Jun 16, 3:00 AM–7:00 AM UTC · Buck – N – Rodeo Grounds · 5244 S 48th St., Chandler, AZ, 85226, Unknown, AZ

Welcome to the Buck-N Rodeo Grounds’ 8 Second Saturday Rodeo series! This thrilling showdeo is jam packed with mutton bustin’, calf riding, steer riding, and bull riding, as well as family-friendly yard games, inflatables, food trucks, bars, giveaways, live music, and so much more! Enjoy live music.

Mark + Making | Selections from the SMoCA Collection

Happening now · Mar 21 – Feb 2 · Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) · 7374 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Scottsdale, AZ

Featuring drawings, paintings, prints, and sculpture from SMoCA’s collection, Mark + Making explores the use of marks, gestures, and line to build form and shape ideas in contemporary artistic practic...

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The Hermosa Inn

The Hermosa Inn · 5532 N. Palo Cristi Rd., Paradise Valley, AZ

Home to a beloved property and historical landmark built by cowboy artist Alonzo “Lon” Megargee in the 1930s, The Hermosa Inn has since amassed one of the largest known collections of his original work. It has also recently partnered with Clinton Johnson of ZHOS Gallery in Colorado to bring Shona...

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Our Stories: S'edav Va'aki & the O'odham

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 25, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Downtown Library · 22 S Delaware Street, Chandler, AZ

Join us for a presentation on S'edav Va'aki, a pre-contact archaeological site and National Historic Landmark located near the Phoenix Sky Harbor airport. It includes a prehistoric platform mound and irrigation canals. Museum staff will share their new book on these ancient Sonoran Desert farmers...