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Pima Air and Space Museum: aviation enthusiasts welcome!

Open since 1976, the Pima Air and Space Museum offers a 200-acre home to more than 300 of the most important aircrafts in aviation history and 125,000 artifacts.

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Tucson Botanical Gardens: hidden gem under the desert sun

Founded in 1968, the Tucson Botanical Gardens quickly grew to become one of Tucson’s best attractions.

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Arizona State Museum: Southwest Indian art

Established in 1893, Arizona State Museum is the oldest and largest anthropology museum in the Southwest and is the state’s official archaeological repository.

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International Wildlife Museum: explore the world

Founded in 1988, the International Wildlife Museum highlights over 400 species of insects, mammals and birds from around the globe.

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Breakers Water Park: beat the heat with summer fun!

Experience 20-acres of wet and wild thrills all summer long at Breakers Water Park!

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Queen Creek Olive Mill: Explore the world of olive milling

For more than a decade, the Queen Creek Olive Mill has been experimenting with different olive varieties to determine what types grow best in Arizona.

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Superstition Farm: quality time with the animals

Throw your boots on and head on down to Superstition Farm, where guests get a hands-on opportunity to learn what it feels like to be a farmer!

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Dolly Steamboat: Enjoy the flora, fauna and fun

A cruise aboard the the Dolly Steamboat in Apache Junction is an escape into the breathtaking scenery, flora and fauna that are native to the Sonoran Desert. Every Wednesday through Sunday at noon you can climb aboard for ...

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Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass: Arizona's premier western themed att

The Old West charm and hospitality of Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass will transport you back to a simpler time of fun, food and entertainment.

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Desert Breeze Railroad provides old-time fun

All aboard! The Santa Fe Engine train at the Desert Breeze Railroad is tons of fun for little ones.

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Jeepers! Amusement Paradise: indoor fun for everyone

If extreme weather has your little one’s house bound and in need of some excitement, you’ll want to check out Jeepers! Amusement Paradise.

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Fiddlesticks: drive, bump and play away a fun-filled day!

Caution: family fun at Fiddlesticks may result in severe laughter and chronic happiness! With go karts, bumper boats, an arcade, miniature golf, a driving range and more, there's something for just about everyone.

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Mesa Arts Center fosters inspiration through many mediums

Located in downtown Mesa, the Mesa Arts Center offers more than 200,000 square feet of performing arts, visual arts and arts education space. The center opened its doors in 2005 and cost nearly $100 million to build.

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Arizona Museum for Youth: where art, creativity and imagination

For more than 30 years, the Arizona Museum for Youth (AMY) has sought to inspire children of all ages to experience a world of art.

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Toy Town: hours of indoor playtime fun!

Toy Town offers 2,000 square feet of indoor play activities where imaginations run wild.

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Tempe Marketplace: one stop for entertainment, shopping and dini

Entertainment, shopping, dining, and fun — all wrapped up into one exciting location at the Tempe Marketplace. There's plenty to keep the whole family busy.

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Tempe Improv: laughs, good food and fun

Enjoy stand-up comedy Thursday -Sunday at Tempe Improv with shows each night at 8 and 10.

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Big Surf: Ride the wild waves of summer

Wet and wild thrills all summer long: That's what you can expect at Big Surf. The summer season of fun kicks off Memorial Day weekend and continues through Labor Day.

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The Farm at South Mountain: a tranquil escape

With a relaxing retreat, an on-site naturopathic medical office, an art gallery, an organic market and three dining options, The Farm at South Mountain offers a tranquil escape from busy city life.

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85th Annual La Fiesta De Los Vaqueros: February 20-28, 2010

The 85th Annual La Fiesta De Los Vaqueros will see 650 contestants competing for more than $320,000 in prize money.

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Arizona Renaissance Festival: every weekend till March 29

The Arizona Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace features entertainment on 12 stages, jousting tournaments, Renaissance-style food, games and much more.

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Superstition Farm camps set for June, July

Saddle up and ride! It's an everyday activity in Westerns — and it can be a part of summer fun for kids at the Superstition Farm Horse Camp in June and July.

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Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre: exciting dining entertainment

Open since 2001, The Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre offers patrons an all-in-one dining and entertaining experience.

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Golfland Fright Nights: a spooktacular experience

Golfland Fright Nights features The Gauntlet haunted house and the Spooktacular Golf course; a chilling Halloween thrill awaits you!

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32nd Annual Family Halloween Carnival

Enjoy a night of food, fun and fright at the 32nd Annual Family Halloween Carnival.

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MainStage 2009-10: A Season of Science and Mystery

The ASU Herberger College School of Theatre and Film’s MainStage 2009-10: Season of Science and Mystery will explores the role of technology, science and the media in our everyday lives through the theatre experience.

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ASU Gammage schedules flights of fantasy

ASU Gammage presents summer spectacular musicals — Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, June 16-21 and WICKED, July 1-26.

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ASU Gammage: package up a Broadway experience!

ASU Gammage launches new mini-subscription packages. Starting Monday, August 3, patrons can select a combination of four or more Broadway spectacular shows!

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ASU Gammage: bundling up a Broadway experience!

ASU Gammage launches new mini-subscription packages. Starting Monday, August 3, patrons can select a combination of four or more Broadway spectacular shows!

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4th Annual Bearly Cruzin Annual Car & Bike Show

On Sunday, October 18, 2009, The Sons of the American Legion Squadon #2 present the 4th Annual Bearly Cruzin’ Car & Bike Show in Tempe, AZ.

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Borderlands series: El Teatro Campesino

Performance in the Borderlands brings Chicano theater company El Teatro Campesino to the Arizona State University, Tempe Campus.

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Tempe Music Festival: music, drinks, food and fun April 3-4

Tempe Music Festival April 3-4 will rock the house with live musical performance to keep you entertained all night!

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The Steak Out: bringing out the cowboy in ya'll

Since the 1950’s, The Steak Out has been grilling up mesquite Cowboy-style meals for the patrons of Marana.

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The Coffee Shop: more than just a cup of joe!

Open since 2007, The Coffee Shop offers specialty coffee drinks and homemade recipes made with fresh ingredients.

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Joe's Farm Grill: locally fresh, comfort food

Serving farm fresh meals since 2006, Joe’s Farm Grill has made a name for itself in the remodeled Johnston Family childhood home.

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Udder Delights: "moove" on in for tasty treats

Udder Delights Ice Cream will tantalize your taste buds 45 flavors of their cold concoctions. From traditional vanilla to "Monkey Moo", which features chunks of banana and peanut butter cups mixed into chocolate-fudge ice cre ...

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Joe's Real BBQ: finger lickin' good

Open since 1998, Joe’s Real BBQ is a family owned and operated restaurant serving up plate after plate of finger lickin’ good BBQ to the hungry folks of Gilbert.

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Gelato 64: smooth and satifying Italian Ice Cream

Gelato 64 boasts over 180 exquisite flavors in their collection of recipes and offers a rotation of 64 flavors daily.

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Sweet Cakes Cafe: gourmet sandwiches and bakery delights in Mesa

In Downtown Mesa, Sweet Cakes Cafe is a great spot for a deliciously healthy lunch and a scrumptious afternoon treat!

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Four Peaks Brewery: a valley tradition offering superb ale

Housed in a turn of the century brick warehouse, Four Peaks Brewery is a local favorite among ASU students and beer enthusiasts. The warehouse is rich in history, having been home to an ice plant and creamery. The Mission Rev ...

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Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que: finger-lickin' Southern cookin

You haven't tried Southern barbecue until you've been to Lucille's -- baby back ribs, smoked chicken, pulled pork, beef brisket and all the fixin's you can imagine.

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Maria Maria: Nuevo Mexican cuisine combines with Santana!

Maria Maria serves up a delicious combination of food, art, music and ambiance — you can truly experience Carlos Santana’s philosophy of “letting the music set you free.”

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Mojo Yogurt: self-service yogurt mixed with positive energy

Mojo Yogurt’s recipe for success is simple. Self service yogurt and all the topics you can imagine, for $.39 an ounce.

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King's Fish House: seafood from around the world

King's Fish House — grilled, fried, sauteed and steamed — get your seafood on!

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Chompie's offers huge portions at small prices

Open since 1979, Chompie’s has been serving up delicatessen favorites, sandwiches and bakery goods to the hungry patrons of Arizona.

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The Chuckbox: charbroiled deliciousness

For more than 35 years, The Chuckbox has been satisfying the hungry folks of Tempe with pound after pound of fire grilled burger goodness

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House of Tricks dishes out delicious treats

The House of Tricks combines French and Southwest styles to create a flavor that captures the diverse New American culture of Tempe.

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Paradise Hawaiian BBQ: authentic island flavors

Far from the tropical islands and without a luau in sight, Paradise Hawaiian BBQ offers authentic Hawaiian dishes with a Korean flair.

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Caffe Boa: fresh organic cuisine and wine bar

Caffe Boa's eclectic menu offers dishes influenced by Mediterranean, Slavic, Asian and Cajun cuisine. Yet every item remains seasonally inspired, all natural and organic.

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The Cadillac Ranch brings out the cowboy in everyone

Enjoy a country-style feast, rockin' music and bull riding all in one sizzlin' spot.

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