Fun Things to Do in Phoenix Every Weekend This March
Your guide for things to do in Phoenix every weekend in March.
Phoenicians make the most of their desert climes by knowing when to get outdoors and when it’s time to stay cool inside. Just peep the variety of options: museums, indie bookstores, restaurants, bars, music venues, local shops, and a strong sports landscape, too.
As for the actual landscape, the Valley of Sun has lots of beauty and wonderful hikes to help you appreciate it. And if you’re just visiting, there’s plenty of great hotels for your post-outdoorsy adventures. Further afield, travel to nearby wonderlands where dude ranches proliferate, or where you can gaze at the night sky unencumbered.
With all this in mind, our monthly events guide will help keep your calendar full with a variety of fun things to do in March 2024. Stay tuned here to discover the best things to do in Phoenix, updated monthly.
Arts and Culture Events in Phoenix
March 1 & 2
Steele Indian School Park, $110 and up
M3F is North America’s most celebrated non-profit music festival, donating 100% of festival proceeds to charity. This year, attendees can rock out to the likes of Lane 8, Dominic Fike, Gorgon City, SG Lewis, Duke Dumont, Hippo Campus, and more. The event spans two days in Downtown, including food and beverage options, art installations, and more.
March 2
Scottsdale, $10
This annual festival highlights Persian food, jewelry, arts, and cultural vendors throughout the space. Local talent and influencer Leila Parnian and video creator Farzam Kazemi will co-host the event, with singer Andy Madadian headlining the main stage along with other performers and entertainers throughout the day. The space will feature a full kid’s zone with arts, crafts, games and activities.
March 9
Scottsdale Civic Center, Free
To honor spring training season, Scottsdale will be hosting a free movie night of the iconic baseball-centric film “The Sandlot” at the East Lawn of the Scottsdale Civic Center. Entry begins at 6:30 pm. Food trucks will be offering light snacks and refreshments for purchase to enjoy during the movie, which begins at 7 pm. Make sure to register beforehand.
March 15
Mesa Arts Center, $48.50
Featuring cast and writers from the hit Canadian comedy show “Letterkenny”. The night is headlined by the always hilarious Mark Forward (“Coach"), and also features stand-up sets by Jeff McEnery (“Alexander") and Letterkenny/Shoresy writer Allie Pearse. This follows a sold out run in 2023 and will be their only stop in Phoenix.
March 16
Footprint Center, $300 and up
The Material Girl is finally coming to town, bringing her spectacular Celebration Tour with her. After having to reschedule dates last year, the acclaimed singer will rock Footprint Center for several hours this March, with a setlist that contains upwards of 40 songs across her decades-long career. Grab tickets while you still can.
March 22 & 23
Buckeye, Free
Need to restock your reading pile? The Coyote Branch Library has their Spring Book Sale coming up, hosted by the Friends of the Buckeye Public Library. All purchases will benefit the library and future reading programs. Saturday will include a $3 bag sale and donations will also be accepted at the library as well.
March 28–31
Orpheum Theatre, $35 and up
‘Contemporary Moves’ is a dance lover’s dream as this vibrant program features an evening of diverse short ballets, similar to a collection of short stories. Ballet Arizona will present an evening of daring works by some of the most masterful choreographers of our time. This program will feature the return of Andersen’s vivacious Rio, the Arizona Premiere of Paul Taylor’s Piazzolla Caldera, Nayon’s Iovino’s Inner Layer and Alejandro Cerrudo’s Never Was.
Food and Drink Events in Phoenix
March 9
Glendale, $20 and up
It’s time for the highly anticipated inaugural celebration of all things salsa! The one-day event will showcase more than 20 local eateries from across the state. Guests will be able to pair a multitude of salsas against dishes offered by the restaurants. Highlights include The Mexicano and Sabor a Mi; there will also be a mixology lesson with celebrity bartender Rob Floyd for those with VIP tickets.
St. Patrick’s Day
March 17
Various locations, check for pricing
Revel in the luck of the Irish with friends and family across the Valley! Phoenix City Grille is offering special menu items throughout the day, Pedal Haus Brewery will have DJs alongside its traditional Irish cuisine, and FOUND: RE Phoenix Hotel and Match Market & Bar will serve a specialty cocktail with bangers and mash.
Easter Brunch
March 31
Various locations
Easter is early this year, which means it is already time to start booking brunch plans. Try La Fogata at The Scottsdale Resort & Spa with its backdrop of Camelback Mountain, the prix-fixe menu in the Arizona Biltmore’s original 1929 dining room, Terra Tempe Kitchen and Spirits for brunch alongside a visit with the Easter Bunny, the incredibly decadent buffet spread at T. Cooks within the Royal Palms Resort and Spa, or Geordie’s four course menu at the historic Wrigley Mansion.
Sports Events in Phoenix
March 1–3, 8–10, 18 & 17, 22–24
Valley-wide, $24 and up
One of the annual jewels of the Phoenix crown, spring training is back for 2024! With 10 different stadiums hosting 15 different teams, there are plenty of options for the diehard to casual baseball fan. Plan ahead to get tickets for teams like the Cubs and Dodgers, but with so many games each day, there are always last minute choices available.
March 2 & 9
Footprint Center, $51 and up
Coming off of the All-Star break, the Phoenix Suns are hitting the road for most of their games in March. But you can catch them twice on the weekends here at home; on the 2nd they’ll host the Houston Rockets and on the 9th, the Boston Celtics are rolling into town. For longtime fans, stick around on the March 2 during halftime to see Amare Stoudemire’s Ring of Honor induction ceremony.
March 9
Sky Harbor, $15 and up
The newly minted USL Champions are back to kick off their 2024 season! Phoenix Rising’s first match at home will be against Birmingham Legion and they are looking for a stadium full of fans to cheer them on. The team remains one of the most fan-friendly in town, with affordable tickets in a central location. Look for new championship merch for sale at the match.
March 11–17
Phoenix Country Club, $20 and up
A rare opportunity for local tennis fans is fast approaching as the Arizona Tennis Classic returns to the Phoenix metropolitan area. This elite ATP Challenger 175 category boasts only a handful of events worldwide and the Arizona Tennis Classic will stand alone as the only one in North America. With total prize money at $225,000 – a Challenger Tour record – the competition will be exceptional. It will showcase 10 players ranked in the world’s top 50, including Andy Murray, along with some of the brightest young talent in the sport.
Special Events in Phoenix
February 3
Old Town Scottsdale, Free
For 70 years, Scottsdale has hosted the Parada Del Sol parade, a part of the annual Western Week and the precursor to the Trail’s End Festival. The parade will run from 10 am to 12 pm, a showcase for the many cultures that have influenced Arizona and Scottsdale over the years. Immediately following the parade is the festival, which will feature entertainers like Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli, bands across multiple genres, and more.