18 Arizona events to check out this weekend (Feb. 27-March 1)
Here are some fun events happening in Arizona this weekend, including music festivals and barbecue competitions.
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HARDGATE
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Arizona sues RFK Jr. over vaccine, advisory committee changes
Arizona has joined its 36th lawsuit against the Trump administration with a case that challenges a new childhood vaccine schedule and remade vaccine safety advisory board.
Feb
2026
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ASU v. U of A: How the desert’s biggest (and longest) rivalry really took shape
Explore the century-old rivalry between ASU and U of A, from the Territorial Cup to the Phoenix–Tucson divide.
Feb
2026
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Watch, boycott, or tune out? Readers react to Trump’s State of the Union
Ahead of President Trump's State of the Union, our readers share whether they're watching—and what they hope he will (or won't) say.
Feb
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New study ranks the most educated states. Here’s how Arizona did
Arizona was among one of only six states in the country to have a low education ranking but place among the top half of median household income.
Feb
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We’re calling it. These Phoenix chefs are the next big names
Across the Valley, these rising culinary talents are leaving their mark in wood‑fired kitchens, chef‑driven tasting rooms, food trucks, taquerias, and neighborhood counters.
Feb
2026
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What $1,500 in rent gets you in different parts of metro Phoenix
If you’ve ever wondered what $1,500 in rent will get you in metro Phoenix, we rounded up a few apartments in different parts of town to give you a feel for it.
Feb
2026
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‘First-of-its-kind, gaming hotel’ making world debut in Phoenix
The world's first Atari Hotel will debut in Phoenix, including rooms, restaurants and event spaces inspired by classic video games.
Feb
2026
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Arizona voters support public lands and parks, despite Trump rollbacks
One year into a presidential administration that has prioritized rolling back laws that protect the environment, Arizonans continue to show overwhelming support for conservation and public lands, according to a new poll.
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2026
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How to get discounted tickets to Arizona Renaissance Festival 2026
The 2026 Arizona Renaissance Festival runs every Saturday and Sunday through March 29. Here's how to find discounts to this year's fair.
