This weekend is sure to bring some excitement to your life as we approach the middle of April. The temperatures are starting to rise and the fun is too! See a yee-hawing festival, see a blooming rose tree and see the action of an exciting sport. Don’t forget to share photos of you enjoying these events with the hashtag #SL5 and follow @Scottsdaleliving on Instagram!
Country Thunder @ Florence AZ, April 10-13
Get your cowboy gear ready for the biggest country event in the state. Country Thunder starts this weekend for another great festival. Be ready to hear country music’s best stars like Jason Aldean, The Band Perry and Miranda Lambert as they perform for you.
General Admission: $190 to $220
2014 Tombstone Arizona Rose Tree Festival and Parade @ Tombstone April 11-13
Parade Saturday at 1 p.m.
“Rosebud,” will be no more after this weekend. Kick off the 129th blooming of the world’s largest rose tree this weekend at Tombstone. There will be a parade, breakfast and much more this weekend as you step into the past of Tombstone and celebrate the blooming of the 9,000 square foot rose tree. Definitely remember to stop and smell the roses.
Roller Derby @ Arizona State Fairgrounds, April 12
One of the most brutal showdowns will be hosted this Saturday at the coliseum and it’s roller derby. The Bombshells will go up against the Draggers in a fast past and ferocious showdown for points and positions. Who will win? Find out this Saturday!
1st Annual Carefree Days Festival @ Carefree Town Garden Center at Sundial Circle , April 11-13
A casual festival filled with arts, crafts, and gifts and of course food is being hosted in the cute town of Carefree. Relax around as you stroll through the festival and be sure to check out their live entertainment inside of the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion.
Free admission
Maricopa County Fair @ State Fairgrounds, April 9-13
There’s rides, motocross, monster trucks and of course an endless supply of fried foods this weekend at the Maricopa County Fair. Come on out and enjoy the county fair while the weather is still nice. Just be sure to brush your teeth after gorging on deep fried twinies and Oreos after this great weekend.
