Arizona April Adventures: Upcoming Events List
- Brielle Bethune
- Apr 10
- 3 min read
Looking for some exciting events to fill your April calendar in Arizona? Here are 10 of the must-attend happenings this month around Phoenix.

Maricopa County Fair
Experience the thrill of the Maricopa County Fair at the Arizona State Fairgrounds in Phoenix. Enjoy exhilarating rides, indulge in classic fair treats, and explore a variety of exhibits and live entertainment. It's fun for the whole family!

Date: April 4-6 and April 10-13, 2025
Time: Gates open at 10:00 AM
Price: $10 adult admission; unlimited ride wristbands available
Website: https://maricopacountyfair.org/
Rainbows Festival
Celebrate diversity and inclusion at the Rainbows Festival in Downtown Phoenix's Heritage Square Park. This vibrant street fair features over 150 exhibitors, live entertainment on two stages, craft cocktails, local food trucks, and family-friendly activities. Best of all, it's free!

Date: April 5-6, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Price: Free admission
Country Thunder Arizona
Dust off your cowboy boots for Country Thunder Arizona in Florence. This four-day country music festival boasts a stellar lineup of artists, camping options, and a lively atmosphere. Use code AZFOMO25 for $25 off your ticket!

Date: April 10-13, 2025
Time: Gates open at 9:00 AM
Price: Tickets start at $160 but use discount code AZFOMO for $25 off
Website: https://www.countrythunder.com/az
Buds-A-Palooza
Celebrate 420 culture at Buds-A-Palooza in Downtown Phoenix. Enjoy live music, glass-blowing demonstrations, art installations, comedy shows, and a variety of munchies to satisfy your cravings. It's a 21+ event you won't want to miss!

Date: April 11, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Price: Tickets start at $35
Website: https://www.budsapalooza.com/
Water Lantern Festival
Experience a magical evening at the Water Lantern Festival in Surprise Community Park. Write your hopes and dreams on a lantern and watch it float across the water, creating a mesmerizing display of lights. Use code AZFOMO for discounted tickets.

Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Price: Tickets start at $28 but use discount code AZFOMO
Website: https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/events/phoenix-surprise
Arte Agave Tequila Festival
Tequila enthusiasts, rejoice! The Arte Agave Tequila Festival at The Clayton House in Scottsdale offers an evening of agave spirits, live entertainment, and cultural experiences. Your ticket includes all liquor tastings. Use code AZFOMO for $18+ off.

Date: April 18, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Price: Tickets start at $69 but use discount code AZFOMO
Asian Night Market
Dive into a culinary adventure at the Asian Night Market at AZ International Marketplace in Mesa. Savor delicious Asian cuisines from various food vendors and enjoy cultural performances. Admission is free, but don't forget to RSVP!

Date: April 19, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Price: Free admission
Arizona Tiki Oasis
Transport yourself to a tropical paradise at the Arizona Tiki Oasis hosted at Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale. Enjoy art, crafted cocktails, educational seminars, and live music—all while dressed in your best aloha attire.

Date: April 24-27, 2025
Time: Various events throughout the day and evening
Price: Tickets start at $159
Website: https://www.aztikioasis.com/
Tucson Taco Fest
Taco lovers, unite! The Tucson Taco Fest at Rillito Park offers a day filled with mouthwatering tacos, handcrafted margaritas, lucha libre wrestling, and live performances. It's a fiesta you won't want to miss!

Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Price: Tickets start at $59
Website: https://tickets.bootsinthepark.com/e/tucson-taco-tix-25
Scottsdale Jazz Festival
Immerse yourself in soulful melodies at the Scottsdale Jazz Festival held at the Scottsdale Civic Center East Bowl. Enjoy performances from renowned jazz artists and savor delectable food offerings.

Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Price: Tickets start at $45
Website: https://scottsdalejazzfest.org/
There you have it—a lineup of fantastic events to fill your April with fun and excitement. Gather your friends and family, and make the most of what Arizona has to offer this month. Plus, check out even MORE events on the events calendar. Enjoy!

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