Photos: Ostrich Festival’s 1st weekend not as warm as 2nd
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Chandler resident Cecilia looks toward a pointed direction while riding a carousel March 13 during the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.
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The animal of honor is not in the middle of the Rawhide Western Town at the 36th annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival, but was still part of a well-attended feature.
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Singer / keyboardist Ronnie Platt appeals to the crowd as violinist Joe Deninzon plays as the rock band Kansas plays its March 13 headlining set during the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.
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All-Alaskan Pig Racing has long been a part of the Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival, including at the 36th annual event, held this year at the Rawhide Events Center.
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Rock band Kansas was the March 13 headliner on the main stage at the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.
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Chandler residents Illianna, Jaymee and Talia enjoy a carousel ride March 13 during the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.
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Violinist Joe Deninzon plays, with bassist Dan McGowan behind him, with the rock band Kansas during its March 13 headlining set as part of the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.
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Chandler residents Alia and Paola Williams enjoy a carousel ride March 13 during the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.
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The animal of honor is not in the middle of the Rawhide Western Town at the 36th annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival, but was still part of a well-attended feature.
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Arizona band Whiskey’s Quicker was one of the March 13 musical acts during the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.
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Ronnie Platt performs with the rock band Kansas during its March 13 headlining set as part of the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.
With warmer temperatures expected this weekend, according to a news release, the Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival, is taking extra steps to keep attendees cool and comfortable during the second and final weekend of the 36th annual festival.
Festival organizers are implementing a variety of cooling measures throughout the grounds for the unseasonably warm March weather at the Rawhide Event Center.
Here are some of the adjustments:
-Guests may bring two sealed water bottles per person
-Shaded canopies on the main stage lawn for added sun protection
-A misting truck on the festival grounds to provide quick relief
-Complimentary water distribution (quantities are limited) during peak heat hours
-Ten cool zones throughout the festival, including five indoor, air-conditioned locations
-The indoor Big Barn and Steakhouse will be open for guests looking to cool off
-An “Ostrich Madness” viewing area, featuring a large LED screen with college basketball games playing throughout the weekend, enhanced with a misting system.
Friday, March 20, Rawhide is open from 2 p.m. to midnight. The main stage headliner will be Vanilla Ice.
Saturday, March 21, and Sunday, March 22, the grounds are open from 10 a.m. to midnight. Saturday’s headliner is The Commodores; Sunday, it’s Baby Bash.
The ostrich-viewing pen and an elevated viewing pavilion are located at the northeast end of the main Rawhide Western Town pedestrian street used by the festival. Grab a map and schedule of events on the way in.
The Rawhide Western Town and Event Center is located at 5700 W. North Loop Road, just south of Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, southwest of both I-10 and the Chandler city limits.
The festival also includes stage shows, carnival rides and games, classic festival food and interactive activities for all ages.
Tickets are on sale now at Ostrichfestival.com or at select Bashas’ and Food City locations.
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Jason W. Brooks News Editor | Chandler Independent
Jason W. Brooks joined Independent Newsmedia, Inc., USA, in July 2021 as an associate editor. After a year covering Buckeye, he has covered Chandler since the fall of 2022, in addition to assisting the Daily Independent throughout his time at INI.
Education: University of New Mexico, bachelor of arts in journalism and mass communication, print emphasis, English minor.
Random Fact: He and his siblings witnessed a Space Shuttle launch and landing in the same year in person, on opposite coasts.
Hobbies: Karaoke, bicycling and American Sign Language.
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