Phoenix March 2025

Phoenix March 2025 Events

Phoenix March 2025 Events

Perfect Weather Makes March in Phoenix Ideal

Average temperature low and high: 52° - 77°
Escape the chilly weather and head to Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, known for scenic landscapes and many fun things to see and do. The perfect blend of desert beauty and luxurious amenities, visitors to Scottsdale will also enjoy its top-rated golf courses, chic spas, and fine dining restaurants. If adventure is on your agenda, hike the McDowell Sonoran Preserve or discover Mother Nature's wonders at the Desert Botanical Garden. Phoenix also has a thriving art scene, with plenty of galleries and studios showcasing local talent. Bookmark this page for Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area's best March events.

March Event Calendar

Mardi Gras Bar Crawl

Celebrate Mardi Gras as if you're on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. Scottsdale's Mardi Gras Bar Crawl is an exciting way to meet new people, explore new bars, and dance all night with a drink or two at one of Arizona's biggest parties. Tickets start at $12 and include no cover entrance to participating bars, food and drink specials, beads, and free masks for the first 250. Event hours are 3 PM-10 PM, with registration at Bevvy from 3 PM- 5 PM. This is a 21+ event.

Galbani Italian Festival of Phoenix

Galbani Italian Festival of Phoenix

Celebrate Phoenix's Italian culture with the Phoenix Galbani Italian Festival and its authentic cuisine, unforgettable wines, music, and entertainment. Try the eggplant parmesan; it's the best. Just don't fill up on the bread. Sign up for the raffle to win a spectacular Tuscan getaway for two. 

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Parada del Sol Rodeo

Parada del Sol Rodeo

The Parada del Sol Rodeo has been officially sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and is one of the oldest rodeos in the country. The family-friendly event features bull riding, wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing, and more. Be part of the excitement and rustle up your spot at the Parada del Sol Rodeo today.

M3F Music Festival

M3F Music Festival

Get your friends together for the M3F Music Festival and celebrate its 21st year with a killer lineup, including LCD Soundsystem, Justice Sylvan Esso, Alvvays, and many talented artists across multiple genres. And you're partying for a good cause; the M3F Festival has been an entirely non-profit endeavor since its inception, with 100% of its proceeds supporting local charities. 

NASCAR Cup Series Shriners Children's 500

Drivers, start your engines and rev up for the NASCAR Cup Series Shriners Children's 500 at the Phoenix Raceway. Don't miss the high-speed action, live entertainment, interactive experiences, and family-friendly fun. And while a trip to the winner's circle is only for the racers, there are camping and VIP opportunities that get you so close you can smell the gasoline.

Goodguys Spring Nationals

Goodguys Spring Nationals

You don't want to miss the growing premier hot rod show, Goodguys Spring Nationals. Admire over 2,500 hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks, and classics. The two-day annual event will also feature over 200 vendor exhibits, giant swap meets, a timed racing competition, a Nitro Thunderfest dragster exhibition, a model car show, a kids zone, and more. Rev up your engines, races start at 8 am.

Chandler Ostrich Festival

Take your head out of the sand and dive into the Ostrich Festival in Chandler and two weekends of rides, live music, and culinary delights. A nod to the city’s ostrich ranching past, this cashless festival caters to all ages. Check out the General Admission and VIP options covering entry, VIP area access, tasty meals, and drinks.

St. Patrick's Day and Irish Faire

St. Patrick\'s Day and Irish Faire

Celebrate the luck of the Irish at the Phoenix at the St. Patrick’s Day and Irish Faire. The parade kicks off at 3rd and Oak Street, leading through downtown Phoenix to Margaret T. Hance Park. The event at the park will feature three stages of Irish music, Irish step dancing, bagpipers, food and beverages, Irish crafts & merchandise, genealogy, Irish clubs, a children’s area, and a VIP pub hosting Arizona craft beers. 

NHRA Arizona Nationals

NHRA Arizona Nationals

Head down to Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park and experience some thrill and exhilaration at the NHRA Nationals. Live the high-octane excitement of drag racing in person as cars zoom past at speeds up to 330 miles per hour. Don't miss the stock cars and the awesome funny cars-- they're like real-life Hot Wheels. 

Jerry Seinfeld & Jim Gaffigan

What's the deal with Jerry Seinfeld? America's premiere comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, is back on tour, and this time, he's bringing along his friend, a superstar comic in his own right, Jim Gaffigan muses on life, family, and his favorite activity: doing nothing. It's an unforgettable evening of a thousand laughs with comedy icons Jerry Seinfeld & Jim Gaffigan

Phoenix Events in March

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Things to do in Phoenix

Things to Do in Phoenix in March

Fun-filled Days for the Whole Family at Castles N' Coasters!

Fun-filled Days for the Whole Family at Castles N' Coasters!
Up for some excitement? Check out Castles N' Coasters, a 10-acre amusement park in Phoenix. This awesome park features thrilling roller coasters, indoor 3D rides, mini-golf, arcades, go-carts, bumper boats, and fun for the whole family. Visit Castles N' Coasters Online for passes and prices.

Experience the Phoenix Art Museum

Experience the Phoenix Art Museum
Art lovers rejoice. The Phoenix Museum of Art is the Southwestern United States' largest visual arts museum.  The 285,00 square-foot museum features more than 18,000  American, Asian, European, Latin American, and North American artworks, ranging from modern and contemporary art to fashion design.