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At left, Paris Carlyon speaks to the judges at the horsemanship portion of the competition for 2019 Lost Dutchman Days queen.
Deadline Jan. 2: Lost Dutchman Days rodeo royalty pageant in January
Applications are due Jan. 2 to compete in the Lost Dutchman Days rodeo royalty pageant in one of four age areas: Queen (18-26), Sr. Teen Queen (14-17), Jr. Teen Queen (10-13) and new Little Miss … more
Lectures will continue at 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Feb. 21 at the library, 1177 N. Idaho Road.
Winter lecture series at Apache Junction Library
Do you know that Arizona has more species of hummingbirds and owls than any other state in the U.S.? That Jerome procured a post office in 1883 or the first neon light flickered through the desert … more
Teacher John Jay Pelletier is a former Army Green Beret survival instructor and an active outdoorsman.
Desert survival class in January at Superstition Mountain Museum
A desert survival and safety class being offered at the Superstition Mountain Museum might be one of the most important classes that you have ever taken. Anyone who hikes or camps should be … more
The tour delivers a night of electrifying dance performances from world-renowned dancers including Brandon Armstrong, Alan Bersten, Sasha Farber, Kateryna Klishyna, Gleb Savchenko, Emma Slater, Britt Stewart, and So You Think You Can Dance winner Alexis Warr (who now appears on Dancing with the Stars).
‘Dancing With The Stars Live! The Tour’ adds MAC matinee performance
Dancing with the Stars: Live! The Tour has added a 3 p.m. matinee performance at Mesa Arts Center for Sunday, March 5, 2023, in addition to a previously announced 7:30 p.m. show. Tickets for the … more
There will be presentations including care of orchids, creating a terrarium of aloe and agave succulents, and container pot gardening. Also included will be presentations on xeriscaping, being fire-wise and confronting natural threats to healthy gardens in the desert.
Master gardeners presentations Jan. 15 at Superstition Mountain Museum
University of Arizona and Pinal County master gardeners will give several presentations and host a kid’s activity area 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, on the grounds at Superstition Mountain … more
Yellow Bird Apache Hoop Dancers.
Native American Arts Festival Jan. 28-29 at Superstition Mountain Museum
Superstition Mountain Museum, 4087 E. Apache Trail (State Route 88) in Apache Junction, is presenting an event celebrating Native American culture and art 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 28-29. The two-day … more

The event will showcase more than 450 amateur pickleball enthusiasts from across the country and will feature a $25,000 prize purse.
Amateur pickleball championships in Mesa Dec. 16-18
Bell Bank Park, 6321 S. Ellsworth Road in Mesa, is hosting the Talking Stick Resort Legacy Pickleball Championships Friday, Dec. 16-Sunday, Dec. 18. The event will showcase more than 450 amateur … more
Santa will be taking Christmas wishes and be available for photos several weekends at Mesa’s Christmas Tree, 1 N. Macdonald.
Santa making several visits to Merry Main Street
Santa Claus will be getting away from the North Pole a few times this holiday season to visit downtown Mesa and join in the Merry Main Street festivities. Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick will be taking … more
The marathon winds its way through Gold Canyon and then proceeds along scenic back roads to the finish line in Prospector Park in Apache Junction. The shorter races originate from and return to Prospector Park in Apache Junction.
Lost Dutchman races returning to Apache Junction, Gold Canyon
The 22nd annual Lost Dutchman Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 8K Trail Run return to Apache Junction and Gold Canyon on Sunday, Feb. 19. A 2-mile Fun Run will take place in Apache Junction on … more
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The Peralta Regional Park under construction on the east side of Peralta Road near Gold Canyon is to have trail connectivity to the Lost Goldmine Trail and Lost Dutchman Park, and have views of the Superstition Mountains and Superstition Wilderness Area.
Peralta Regional Park opening event in Gold Canyon Jan. 11
A ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of Peralta Regional Park will be held 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Jan. 11. A quorum — three or more … more
It will be hosted by Independent Newsmedia and includes a nonperishable food drive to benefit Apache Junction Reach Out Inc., doing business as Superstition Community Food Bank.
Apache Junction Senior Expo Jan. 10 at Central Arizona College
Seniors and families from Apache Junction, Gold Canyon and neighboring communities are invited to attend the Apache Junction Senior Expo 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Jan. 10, at Central Arizona College, 805 … more
Arizona Lights in the Night happens nightly beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 through Jan. 5, 2023. On weeknights (Sundays through Thursdays) the lights are bright between 6-8 p.m. and on weekends (Fridays and Saturdays) guests can see them shine from 6-9 p.m.
Drive-thru holiday lights show in Mesa
In a celebration of everything merry and bright, the Arizona Lights in the Night drive-thru holiday light show welcomes Valley families to experience the magic of over one million lights synchronized … more
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The Superstition Mountain Museum Railroad, 4087 N. Apache Trail in Apache Junction, will be participating 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 10-11 and 17-18.
Train layouts showcased at Christmas open houses in December
Once again Arizona Big Train Operators will be holding its annual Christmas open houses in December. On Dec. 17-18 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. members will open their G-scale train layouts to the public … more
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The Folk Legacy Trio perform at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, 2023.
Folk Legacy Trio perform Jan. 13 in Gold Canyon
Next in the Canyon Sounds Performance Series hosted by the Gold Canyon Arts Council is the Folk Legacy Trio at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, at Gold Canyon United Methodist Church, 6640 S. Kings Ranch … more
In addition to children 12 and under having fun playing in 20 tons of real snow, there will be hay wagon rides with Santa in the parking lot near the event.
‘Super Snowy Saturday’ holiday event Saturday at Mesa Riverview
Mesa Riverview, an open-air shopping center in Mesa, invites the community to its “Super Snowy Saturday” holiday event noon-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. “During this fun-filled … more
All About Animals AZ Rescue is to be onsite as the rescue partner.
29th annual all-breed cat show, adoption event in Mesa Dec. 10-11
The 29th Annual Cat Fanciers Association all-breed cat show, “It’s Feline A Lot Like Christmas,” will be hosted Dec. 10-11 in Mesa by the Phoenix Feline Fanciers, a club of The Cat … more
Wild Man Phil Rakoci
Arizona Lecture Series in Apache Junction starts in January
Are you interested in learning more about the culture and history of Arizona and the U.S.? If so, attend the 2023 season of the Arizona Lecture Series at the Performing Arts Center, 2525 S. Ironwood … more
An aerial photo of a previous Gold Canyon Arts Festival on the grounds of the Gold Canyon United Methodist Church, 6640 S. Kings Ranch Road.
Gold Canyon Arts Festival Jan. 28
Come to the beautiful Superstition Mountains 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, for the 22nd annual Gold Canyon Arts Festival. It takes place on the grounds of Gold Canyon United Methodist Church at … more
At left, Paris Carlyon speaks to the judges at the horsemanship portion of the competition for 2019 Lost Dutchman Days queen.
Lost Dutchman Days rodeo royalty pageant in January
Applications are due Jan. 2 to compete in the Lost Dutchman Days rodeo royalty pageant in one of four age areas: Queen (18-26), Sr. Teen Queen (14-17), Jr. Teen Queen (10-13) and new Little Miss … more
The 25th annual holiday light parade starts at 7 p.m. at Phelps/Apache Trail and heads west to Thunderbird, turns and comes back to Phelps Road.
Annual Apache Junction holiday event, light parade Saturday
The city of Apache Junction’s annual holiday event is 3-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Flatiron Park, 100 N. Apache Trail. There will be lots of activities throughout the evening for the … more

Santa will be taking Christmas wishes and be available for photos several weekends at Mesa’s Christmas Tree, 1 N. Macdonald.
Santa making several visits to Merry Main Street
Santa Claus will be getting away from the North Pole a few times this holiday season to visit downtown Mesa and join in the Merry Main Street festivities. Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick will be taking … more
More than 300 cats from across the U.S. compete in eight judging rings over two days for Best in Show. There will be special activities involving household pets and recognition for the top Household Pet in Show.
29th annual all-breed cat show, adoption event in Mesa Dec. 10-11
The 29th Annual Cat Fanciers Association all-breed cat show, “It’s Feline A Lot Like Christmas,” will be hosted Dec. 10-11 in Mesa by the Phoenix Feline Fanciers, a club of The Cat … more
Games are to be played 9 a.m. to early evening Dec. 1-4 at Bell Bank Park – Legacy Sports Park, 1 Legacy Drive in Mesa.
Pickleball Sunmed Mesa open tournament Dec. 1-4
Nearly 400 players have registered to participate in the Association of Pickleball Professionals Sunmed Mesa Open hosted by Sunmed|Your CBD Store. Games are to be played 9 a.m. to early evening … more
At the 2021 Power Campus hair show, EVIT recruiter Chastain Duarte poses with a student model.
Cosmetology students showcase their creativity in hair shows
Cosmetology students at the East Valley Institute of Technology will show off their creative skills through elaborate hairstyles, costumes and displays at two hair shows in December. The … more
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More than 150 films from around the globe will screen over the weekend culminating in an awards brunch on Sunday, Dec. 4.
Mesa International Film Festival kicks off Thursday
This weekend the Mesa International Film Festival returns to downtown Mesa. Activities kick off 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at Benedictine University-Mesa, 225 E. Main St., with speakers Joanne … more
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