Event Date

Event Name

Time

Location

Cost

March 6-June 26

(Saturdays only)

Princess and the Pea

A retelling of the classic fairy tale with colorful characters and joyful songs.

11 am

Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert

Adults: $12, Children: $10

April 30-May 1

The Chuck Wagon Family Campout

A family camp out with games, astronomy, wildlife conservation, mapping and compassing, kids camp crafts and campfire entertainment from cowboy poets and storytellers. Meals included in price.

Preregistration is required. A free sleeping bag will be given to children ages 15 and under.

4 pm-10 am

Sahuaro Ranch Park

9802 N. 59th Ave. , Glendale

The price is $29 for Glendale residents and $34 for non-residents, with children age 3 and under free.

April 30-May 2

A Taste of Greece Festival

Music and dance performances, authentic Greek cuisine, pastries, imports and carnival rides for the kids.

Fri. And Sat.: 11 am-11 pm, Sun.: 11 am-7 pm

Tempe Beach Park, 620 N. Mill Ave.,

Tempe

Adults: $2, Seniors: $1, Children (12 and younger): free.

Food is an additional fee.

May 1

Cinco de Mayo Salsa Festival

Sample salsas from chefs and restaurants around the valley at el Pedregal in North Scottsdale. Listen to festive music by the female mariachi group Mariachi Pasion and watch salsa dance performances by Tropical Vibes in the outdoor amphitheatre.

12-3 pm

El Pedregal

34505 North Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

Free admission, charge for food and drinks.

May 1

Cinco de Mayo Festival

Music, dancing, food, vendors. Don't miss the annual Chihuahua Races!

10 am-11 pm

Liberty Plaza, South of Chandler Blvd. And west of Arizona Ave., Chandler

Free admission

May 1-2

Cinco de Mayo Festival

International and local entertainers, corporate booths, traditional Mexican foods, and a children's play area, and interactive exhibits.

2 pm-12 am

Jefferson St., between 1st and 5th Avenues in downtown Phoenix.

$7 for adults, children under 12 free.

May 2

Cinco de Mayo Celebration!

Spiderman joins the fun from 11 am-5 pm. Live entertainment at the park, including a Hispanic band and Ballet Folkloria, who will be performing in authentic costume. Free participation in candy-filled piñatas for the kids.

11 am-8 pm

Enchanted Island Amusement Park

1202 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix

Free

May 2-July 4, Sundays only

Sunday Night Concert Series

Bring a blanket or chair and listen to a variety of your favorite local bands. Food will also be available for purchase.

7:30-9 pm

Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale

Free

May 5-9

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs

Find out what really happened to those three little houses made of straw, sticks and bricks and the three pigs who lived in them.

Wed.-Sat.: 10 am; Sat.-Sun.: 2 pm

Great Arizona Puppet Theater

302 W. Latham St. , Phoenix,

$8 adults, $6 children, under 2 free.

May 7-23

Willy Wonka

Valley Youth Theatre presents a musical based on the popular children’s book.

Fri.: 7:30 pm, Sat.: 12 pm and 3:30 pm, Sun.: 12:30 pm and 4 pm

525 N. First Street, Phoenix

$20

May 7, 14 and 21

Movies in the Park

May 7: G-Force, May 14: Where the Wild Things Are, May 21: A Bug's Life

7 pm

Kiwanis Park

6111 S. All America Way, Tempe

Free

May 7, 14, 21 and 28

WaterDance Film Festival

A different family-friendly movie each week will play on a giant 30-by-50-foot, high-definition, LED screen in WaterDance Plaza. Bring blankets and chairs.

7:30 or 8 pm

Westgate City Center, Glendale

Free

May 8, 9, 15 and 16

Queen Creek Peach and Art Festival

Enjoy peach picking, peach pit toss games, pie eating contests and entertainment at Schnepf Farms.

7:30 am-4 pm

24810 South Rittenhouse Rd.,

Queen Creek

Free

May 8

Mother-Daughter Spring Fling

The event benefits the Arizona Chapter of the Lymphoma Research Foundation. Activities include brunch, a fashion show, raffles, mother-daughter photo opportunities and games.

9 am-12 pm

Embassy Suites,

4400 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

$15 - $25

May 9

Second Sundays in the Park: May Fiesta

Enjoy Mariachis, Folkloric Dancers, Mexican Food. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic and enjoy free entertainment.

2-5 pm

Surprise Community Park

17894 West Park Blvd., Surprise

Free

May 12-June 6

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

Before the Goats Gruff can cross the bridge, they must outwit a hungry troll. Fun, excitement and lots of audience participation.

Wed.-Sat.: 10 am; Sat.-Sun.: 2 pm

Great Arizona Puppet Theater

302 W. Latham St. , Phoenix,

$8 adults, $6 children, under 2 free.

May 18

International Museum Day

Free admission to Pueblo Grande Museum, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, River of Time Museum and the Superstition Mountain Museum

Varies

Various sites across Phoenix

Free

May 22-June 20 (Fri.-Sun. only)

Aladdin, Jr.

A stage adaptation of the Disney movie with magic, mayhem, and flying carpet rides.

Fr.-Sat.: 7:30 pm, Sat.-Sun.: 1 pm and 3 pm

Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre, 4720 N Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

Adults: $15 ($12 in advance), Children: $12

May 29

Memorial Day Parade

Parade with floats and marching units from clubs, organizations, groups, and residents to honor our fallen veterans.

8:30 am

Surprise Recreation Campus

15850 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise

Free

May 31

Memorial Day Observance

The Pioneers’ Cemetery Association will be honoring those who have died in the service of their country at a ceremony. Meet with representatives from local historic organizations, tour the 1897 Smurthwaite House, take aself-guided tours of the nearby cemeteries, historical activities for children and light refreshments.

9 am

Pioneer and Military Memorial Park, 1317 West Jefferson, Phoenix.

Free