Blazin’ M Ranch Holiday Hoedown & North Pole Train Adventure Celebrate the magic of the season at the Blazin’ M Ranch in Cottonwood, Arizona, with TWO festive experiences designed to make your holidays sparkle! Whether you’re in the mood for a cozy train ride through a winter wonderland, a lively dinner and show, or both—you’ll find your holiday […]
Santa is making a special stop at Arizona Snowbowl on December 23 and 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to enjoy some turns on the mountain before his big night. Guests are invited to meet Santa in the Hart Prairie beginner area, where he’ll be taking photos, chatting with kids, and spreading holiday cheer […]
Tucson author Melani Martinez shares the story of her family's 70-year-old tamal and tortilla factory through her memoir The Molino, revealing how food anchors community and preserves cultural identity in the desert borderlands. Set in Tucson's historic Barrio Presidio, this moving exploration follows three generations of a family business and examines the heartbreaking effects of […]
Ring in the New Year with a Historic Celebration! Join us in Williams, Arizona the last town to be bypassed by I-40 and the first to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial for an unforgettable New Year's Eve event! Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of the Mother Road with spectacular fireworks, an exclusive Beer […]
Join public historian Alex La Pierre for an illuminating presentation that uncovers the deep cultural currents flowing from North Africa and the Islamic world into Spanish colonial experience in the Americas. This fascinating talk traces how Moorish architectural, linguistic, and artistic traditions shaped the landscapes and legacies of the U.S.-Mexico borderlands, revealing a rich tapestry […]
Enjoy free admission to one of the longest running statewide art shows in Arizona! The 63rd annual Glendale Arts Council Juried Fine Arts Show is held at Historic Saguaro Ranch Park in the Fruit Packing House. All entries are exhibited and for sale on January 10th and 11th from 10-5. Closed on the 12th for […]
SMLDM supports those who protect us! This Heroes' Day event gives free museum gallery access to sworn and professional Law Enforcement and their families. The grounds will be filled with police wellness vendors and other resources, LEO-owned business, and food trucks! From 9am-4pm, our bravest can have a fun day with their families on our […]
Jack's back! Join us as we welcome Jack Lasseter, well known local orator and historian. The history of the West is not just the story of men. It is the story of men and women. This is Jack's first talk on the fascinating story of some of the women on the Arizona frontier, and a […]
Take a musical journey through Polynesia and explore the rich history of the cultures that make up the island region. Enjoy exciting live performances, participate in dance workshops, and learn about traditional and contemporary instruments.
Beginning January 17, 2026, Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, located at 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, will present Curt Walters: Resilience, an exhibition showcasing 20 exceptional paintings by renowned artist Curt Walters, widely regarded as the greatest living painter of the Grand Canyon. Featuring works created from the 1980s to the […]
