Jan 11, 2024 - News
MLK Day celebrations and more across the Valley this weekend
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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Want to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
We've got some suggestions:
- When and where: Sunday-Monday, times vary | Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church and Margaret T. Hance Park
- Details: Pilgrim Rest hosts a candlelight service Sunday night and an interfaith service and commemorative march Monday morning, while Hance Park hosts a festival Monday morning through the afternoon.
- Cost: Free
- When and where: Saturday, 8am-noon | 19055 N. 57th Ave. and 5675 W. Utopia Rd. in Glendale
- Details: Celebrate King's legacy and improve your community with a park cleanup and food bank donations.
- Cost: Free
- When and where: Monday, 11am-4pm | Downtown Mesa at the intersection of MLK Way and Center Street
- Details: The parade includes marching bands, dance troupes, the Buffalo Soldiers and more, followed by a community festival at the Plaza at Mesa City Center.
- Cost: Free
Maricopa County Home and Garden Show
- When and where: Friday through Sunday, 10am | Veterans Memorial Coliseum
- Details: Over 1,000 vendors, food and drink, gardening seminars, workshops, a kids corner and more.
- Cost: $5
- When and where: Friday, 3-8pm, and Saturday, 11am-8pm | Mesa Community College
- Details: Enjoy Asian cuisine, vendors, workshops, music and more.
- Cost: Free
Disney On Ice presents "Frozen" & "Encanto"
- When and where: Friday through Sunday, varying times | Footprint Center
- Details: Bring the kids for a magical adventure on ice with the characters from "Frozen" and "Encanto."
- Cost: Tickets start at $25
- When and where: Saturday, noon-5pm | Riverview Park in Mesa
- Details: Enjoy craft beer, wine, cider and other potent potables, along with food and live entertainment.
- Cost: $20-$65
Whiskey 101 Tasting and History Class
- When and where: Sunday, 4pm | Phoenix City Grille
- Details: Sample five unique pours and learn about whiskey with the renowned John Christie from Lux Row.
- Cost: $38
