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Hale Centre Theatre, Gilbert, AZ

The Hale family knows live theater. That’s because they are the longest running privately owned theater company in the country. They have five theaters across three states and opened their Arizona… Read More

The 10 Best Art Galleries in Arizona!

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Vision Gallery, Chandler, AZ

Owned by the city of Chandler, the Vision Gallery is a non-profit art gallery featuring over 300 local and regional artists. A portion of all art sales help to fund the Vision Kidz Program, a series… Read More

The 15 Best Family-Friendly Attractions in Arizona!

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Rawhide Western Town, Chandler, AZ

Rawhide Western Town transports families back to the Wild West of 1880s Arizona. Visitors can tour this decked out western town and its many family friendly attractions. Western themed activities… Read More

8 Best Comedy Clubs in Arizona!

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The Neighborhood Comedy Theater, Mesa, AZ

No two shows are the same at The Neighborhood Comedy Theater. This comedy theater holds shows, classes, and workshops dedicated to improv comedy. Their cast performs high energy, interactive shows… Read More

The 14 Best Rainy Day Activities to Do in Arizona!

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Rock climbing at Climbmax

Tempe’s Climbmax is Arizona’s largest rock gym and a great place to get exercise without having to step foot outside. This two-story gym includes multiple archways, a 45-degree wall, and… Read More

5 Best Paint & Wine Spots in Arizona 2025!

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Painting with a Twist, Tempe, AZ

Painting with a Twist is a national paint and sip company with over 300 locations across the country. Locals can try their hand at painting at two or three hour classes in their Tempe location. The… Read More

The 9 Best Historic Theaters in Arizona!

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Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix, AZ

You can take a trip to the roaring twenties at the Orpheum Theatre. This central Phoenix theater originally opened on Jan. 5, 1929. At the time, it held traveling vaudeville shows, an impressive… Read More

5 Best Arcades in Arizona!

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Golfland-Sunsplash, Mesa, AZ

This hybrid waterpark and amusement center is the most impressive venue on this list. Featuring over 30 rides and attractions, families can spend well over a day without hitting everything in the… Read More

6 Best Escape Rooms in Arizona!

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Cluemaster Escape Rooms, Gilbert, AZ

At Cluemaster Escape Rooms, players can choose to participate in one of three themed rooms. And, unlike many other escape rooms, Cluemaster exclusively features private rooms—meaning, you and… Read More

The 10 Best Casinos in Arizona!

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Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, Chandler, AZ

Wild Horse has an assortment of features that surround their gaming experience. The hotel includes the 1,400 seat Ovations Showroom, legendary NFL coach Don Shula’s “Shula’s… Read More

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Name: Exhibition - Dry Surf: Local Skateboarding History
Start: 2025-12-26T10:00:00
End: 2025-12-26T17:00:00
Location: Tempe History Museum

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Exhibition - Gaman: Enduring Japanese American Internment at Gila River

Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Chandler Museum

Chandler, AZ

Spirit of Christmas presented by Tempe Dance Academy

Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 at 2:00pm

Chandler Center for the Arts

Chandler, AZ

Spirit of Christmas presented by Tempe Dance Academy

Christmas With Reba And Dolly!

Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 at 3:00pm

Showroom at Casino Arizona

Scottsdale, AZ

Mesa Temple Christmas Lights

Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm

The Mesa Temple Christmas Lights

Mesa Arizona Temple

Mesa, AZ

The music of Hans Zimmer and Others

Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 at 8:00pm

Tempe Center for the Arts

Tempe, AZ

A Christmas Carol

Monday, Dec 22, 2025 from 8:00pm to 10:30pm

Hale Centre Theatre Arizona

The Hale Centre Theatre

Gilbert, AZ

Exhibition - Gaman: Enduring Japanese American Internment at Gila River

Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Chandler Museum

Chandler, AZ

Exhibition - Dry Surf: Local Skateboarding History

Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Tempe History Museum

Tempe, AZ

Nathan Pacheco

Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025 at 7:30pm

Higley Center for the Performing Arts

Gilbert, AZ

A Christmas Carol

Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025 from 8:00pm to 10:30pm

Hale Centre Theatre Arizona

The Hale Centre Theatre

Gilbert, AZ

Exhibition - Gaman: Enduring Japanese American Internment at Gila River

Wednesday, Dec 24, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Chandler Museum

Chandler, AZ

Exhibition - Dry Surf: Local Skateboarding History

Wednesday, Dec 24, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Tempe History Museum

Tempe, AZ

A Christmas Carol

Wednesday, Dec 24, 2025 from 8:00pm to 10:30pm

Hale Centre Theatre Arizona

The Hale Centre Theatre

Gilbert, AZ

Exhibition - Gaman: Enduring Japanese American Internment at Gila River

Friday, Dec 26, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Chandler Museum

Chandler, AZ

Exhibition - Dry Surf: Local Skateboarding History

Friday, Dec 26, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Tempe History Museum

Tempe, AZ

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