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To experience the true essence of Japanese culture, visit the Arizona Matsuri Festival of Japan in downtown Phoenix every February. This popular event is one of the biggest Japanese festivals in the US, featuring over 60 vendors offering food and merchandise and exhibits by local schools, universities, and organizations. This event has four stages to witness thrilling performances, including Taiko drumming, martial arts displays, and traditional Japanese dance shows. The best part? It's completely free, and there are plenty of activities for people of all ages to enjoy. This is an incredible opportunity to fully immerse yourself in Japan's vibrant culture and make unforgettable memories.

Find your green-thumb inspiration in the garden's Berlin Agave Yucca Forest or the Desert Wildflower Loop Trail at the Desert Botanical Garden, a naturalist's dream where they showcase more than 145 acres of stunning desert blooms, flora, and fauna year-round. The site opened in 1939 and now boasts over 21,000 plants, including outdoor exhibits and displays, specialty greenhouses, and endangered and fragile species preservation. One-third of the plants are native to the area, while the remaining plants come from all over the world, including special collections from Australia and Baja California. Ecosystems represented include mesquite bosque, semidesert grassland, and upland chaparral scrub.

The Murder Mystery Company is an expert mystery entertainment you won't find anywhere else. They offer live-action murder mystery parties that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a birthday celebration, company Christmas party, or any other privately hosted event, they've got you covered. As Phoenix's go-to source for mystery entertainment, they're proud to offer an unforgettable night of food, fun, and crime-solving at the public show. Dress up with your friends and join in for a night you won't forget. The killer public shows offer a two-hour interactive game of mystery, intrigue, and murder and a delicious three-course meal. So why settle for dinner and a movie when you can have dinner and a murder? Save your seats for the next show and experience the ultimate night out.

Fan of Broadway productions in an intimate setting? Then Chandler Center for the Arts is the perfect theater for you. This entertainment venue specializes in bringing top-name performers to the stage, particularly jazz and adult contemporary musicians. One of the most impressive aspects of Chandler Center for the Arts is its three dynamic performance spaces, the 1500-seat Main Stage, the 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and the 250-seat Recital Hall. In addition, the center boasts two extensive art galleries, The Gallery at CCA and Vision Gallery, which showcase the work of today’s most engaging, enlightening, and relevant artists.