Saturday:
Southwest Cajun Fest
Showcasing the heart and soul of New Orleans paired with Arizona fusion and flavor for a full day packed with cultural festivities, food and entertainment. Southwest Cajun Fest celebrates Cajun culture, cuisine and handcrafted beer, and will feature live music with jazz, blues and contemporary swing revival bands. Festival attendees will feel transported to the southeastern region of Louisiana during the fest. The Fest takes place from 12 to 9 p.m. Tickets start at $10. To purchase tickets click here.
The Larry Fitzgerald Double Play Celebrity Softball Game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick
Salt River Fields at Talking Stick will be taken over by the annual Larry Fitzgerald Double Play Celebrity Softball Game, on Saturday, April 21, featuring some of the best current NFL players, retired athletes, and celebrities for a fun and festive evening. This family friendly event will feature a Home Run Derby and Softball Game from 6 to8:30 p.m. on the diamond at Salt River Fields. The event supports the Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund, which supports nonprofits benefiting children and families around the country including the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Big Brothers Big Sisters, the American Cancer Society, Make a Wish, and more. Tickets start at $20, plus attendees are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item that will be donated to United Food Bank. To purchase tickets, click here.
BBQ, Bourbon and Beer Fest at the Phoenician
Attention all Phoenicians and Phoenician guests: come out and enjoy an all-you-can-eat BBQ from chef Tandy Peterson, plus samples from fan-fave distilleries and local breweries at The Phoenician’s first-ever BBQ, Bourbon & Beer Fest, happening this weekend. Tickets start at $65 per person, which includes all-you-can-eat BBQ and six beverage tasting tickets. To purchase tickets, click here.
Anniversary Celebration at Huss Brewing Co.
The husband and wife dynamic duo behind the award-winning Huss Brewing Co. are celebrating the one-year anniversary of Huss Brewing Co. Taproom at Uptown Plaza. From 12 to5 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, Huss invites its fans to its stylish and rustic indoor-outdoor Uptown Plaza Taproom for games, family-friendly activities, exclusive beers, special pricing, live music from Hayley Green and a collaboration with Sweet Wool's organic locally hand spun cotton candy, complete with Huss Brewing's signature welcoming and family-friendly vibe.
