Curls Gone Wild

While it's obvious that when you spend time in Mesa, you're in the Arizona desert, that doesn't mean that you can't cool down in a really fun way by experiencing the fun of Salt River Tubing. Drift along the river through the Tonto National Forest to experience some truly amazing and breathtaking scenery. The duration of your tube-oriented adventure varies and depends on where your starting point is as well as the current of the river. Children must be at least eight years old and four feet tall to enjoy this attraction. One convenient fee covers the cost of parking, tube rental and shuttle service. A deposit may be required. Also, don't forget to bring snacks, sunglasses and sunscreen!

Get an amazingly unique historical perspective of Mesa and its surrounding area when you book your spot on the Apache Trail Tour. The excursion features a rollicking jeep ride that moves along the rugged trail into the Superstition Mountains. The basic tour lasts about two hours but there are longer packages available that include gold panning and even full day adventures that allow you to spend more time in some of the area's most beautifully scenic landscapes.

Join the fun at the Original Barbeque & Beer Festival in Chandler. This year's event promises to be bigger and better, with over 30 BBQ pit masters, an extensive selection of beer, spirits, and novelty food items, and a full day of great music, finger-licking good food, and family entertainment. In addition to the endless meal offerings and entertainment, there will be exciting activities such as Country Dance Lessons and Competitions, Axe Throwing, Yard Games, Mechanical Bulls, and BBQ Cooking Demonstrations. You can also cheer your favorite team on the giant screens at the massive March Madness Sports Bar and enjoy exclusive entertainment.