If you're looking for a fun and exciting family adventure, the Renaissance Festival is an event you won't want to miss. Held annually in February and March, this festival transports you back in time to a 16th-century village filled with mermaids, maidens, and magical moments. With so much to see and do, you'll feel like you're a part of a 30-acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament, and a feast all at once. Over 200 shops sell handmade items like blown glass, leather goods, and jewelry, where you can watch artisans create masterpieces right before your eyes. And with 16 stages of nonstop entertainment featuring music, dance, comedy, falconry, and acrobatics, there's something for everyone. Make sure to catch the three daily jousting tournaments or the Exclusive Pleasure Feast fit for royalty.
Beat the heat in Phoenix at Wet n' Wild Water Park, which has over 30 rides to choose from, including the one-of-a-kind Maximum Velocity water coaster. And remember the family splash area and dining options to keep you fueled and refreshed throughout the day. Are you interested in learning more about Hurricane Harbor? Look only as far as the comprehensive guide, filled with all the details you need to know for a successful family visit. This park has everything, whether you're seeking pulse-pounding water slides or relaxing lazy rivers. So gather your crew, embark on some unforgettable adventures, and make memories that will last a lifetime.
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.
Discover the treasures awaiting you at Brass Armadillo Antique Mall, where you can browse a vast array of collectibles, antiques, and memorabilia from more than 600 antique dealers. You'll be amazed at the selection of Star Wars memorabilia and other nostalgic collectibles. Also, you'll find various antique items, including Depression glass, crystal, china, and pottery, such as Roseville and Rookwood. If you're a history buff, you definitely won't want to miss the military memorabilia. The dealers have rare items from the Revolutionary War, Civil War, World War I, and World War II. And, if you're looking for something specific, they've got you covered with a personal shopping request service.