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Events Near New River AZ

Arizona SciTech Festival

Thursday, Mar 13, 2025 at 4:30pm
Canyon Springs STEM Academy
Phoenix, AZ
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Arizona Musicfest - A Toast to Steve and Eydie

Saturday, Mar 15, 2025 at 2:00pm
Highlands Church
Scottsdale, AZ
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Peoria Districts Parkfest

Saturday, Mar 15, 2025 at 4:30pm
Sunset Park
Peoria, AZ
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Xterra Black Canyon Trail Run

Sunday, Mar 16, 2025 at 7:00am
Deep Canyon Ranch
Black Canyon City, AZ
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Arizona Musicfest - The Barricade Boys

Monday, Mar 17, 2025 at 2:00pm
Highlands Church
Scottsdale, AZ
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Ducks Unlimited - Arizona Sponsor Dinner - SOLD OUT!

Ducks Unlimited - Arizona Sponsor Dinner - SOLD OUT!

Thursday, Mar 20, 2025 at 5:00pm
Grayhawk Golf Club
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