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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.

If you're interested in exploring the rich history of Gilbert, there's no better place to start than the HD SOUTH Museum. This unique museum is the only one of its kind in Gilbert and boasts an impressive collection of archives that have been carefully gathered and preserved over time. You'll be amazed by the quality and quantity of exhibits on display here, which cover everything from the town's earliest days to its most recent developments. But HD SOUTH is more than just a museum; it's also a vibrant center for arts and culture in Gilbert. Ongoing programs and events here cater to everyone, no matter their interests. You can explore the world of art, delve into the latest health and wellness trends, learn more about history and literature, enjoy live music performances, and even discover the wonders of science.

Are you ready for a Halloween celebration like no other? Look no further than Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival. This one-of-a-kind event promises a safe and unforgettable trick-or-treat experience for everyone. Imagine over 20 hot air balloons decorated as trick-or-treat stations; your little ones can collect over 4,000 pounds of candy while admiring the balloons' mesmerizing glow. That's not all! There's also a free Kids Zone with more than 30 unique inflatables, ensuring your children stay entertained all day. For those feeling adventurous, the Spook Trail is the perfect place to test your bravery, with surprises around every corner. With all these fantastic features, Spooktacular is the ultimate Halloween event that you can't afford to miss.

The MCC Theatre has been a significant venue for the college's performing arts program and a community landmark for three decades. It has helped countless students launch their careers, provided a platform for community forums, and even hosted the President of the United States. Before the theatre's opening in 1978, the MCC theatre program had to perform in the student cafeteria or wherever space was available. The theatre was initially designed to serve as a lab for theatre students. Still, over the years, it has also hosted several other events, the most notable being George W. Bush's appearance in 2004 to discuss his proposal for federal grant job training programs for community colleges. Despite this, the venue's primary aim has been to foster and train the college's students in all aspects of the performing arts, resulting in numerous award-winning musical, theatrical, and dance productions.