Things to Do This Weekend in Queen Creek

Discover events, activities, and fun things happening this weekend in Queen Creek. Family-friendly, outdoor, and free options.

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Mark Klett: Desert Citizens

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 3:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden

Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.

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ARTrageous Gala

In 4 days · Sun, Apr 12, 2:00 AM–4:00 AM UTC · Old Town Scottsdale

as scottsdale center for the performing arts nears the end of its 50th anniversary season, the nonprofit scottsdale arts will celebrate the next 50 years at the artrageous gala. the evening will be a tribute to five decades of creativity, innovation and beauty, made possible by the patrons, artists

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Saturday at the Ranch: Games

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library

<p>We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills. There will be a variety of games to choose from which means guaranteed fun for all ages. 1pm - 3pm</p>

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Spring Festival

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library

<p>Come celebrate the Spring season at the Red Mountain Library Spring Festival. There will be carnival style games, crafts, and more for kids aged 3-8 and their families. </p>

Martin Amini — Tempe Improv

In 4 days · Sun, Apr 12, 4:30 AM UTC · Tempe Improv

Martin Amini is a standup comic based in Los Angeles, California and born and raised in Silver Spring, Maryland. Martin draws comedic inspiration from his diverse heritage, crafting a unique blend of humor that resonates universally. Growing up with an Iranian father and a Bolivian mother, Martin's

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Crochet Away

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Gateway Library

<p>Join us at the Gateway Library with your yarn project and connect across generations through a shared love of fiber arts. Enjoy a welcoming space to create, share tips, and engage in conversation. Crafting is better together! This program is not a class but an space to share and enjoy each...

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Member Event: Guided Bird Walk

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 PM UTC · Phoenix Zoo

Enjoy a peaceful, member-exclusive bird walk through the Zoo with one of our knowledgeable bird experts on Saturday, March 14 and Saturday, April 11, 2026! Info & Tickets

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Ceramic Purse Workshop

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Old Town Scottsdale

design and build a sculptural ceramic purse meant to be worn and noticed. using slab-building and coiling techniques, you’ll create a hollow vessel with a handle, focusing on balance and silhouette. it’s a bold, conversation-starting object that lives somewhere between fashion, home, and art.enjoy!

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8 Second Saturdays Rodeo

In 4 days · Sun, Apr 12, 1:00 AM–5:00 AM UTC · Buck – N – Rodeo Grounds

Welcome to the Buck-N Rodeo Grounds’ 8 Second Saturday Rodeo series! This thrilling showdeo is jam packed with mutton bustin’, calf riding, steer riding, and bull riding, as well as family-friendly yard games, inflatables, food trucks, bars, giveaways, live music, and so much more! Enjoy live music.

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Cactus Clubhouse

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden

Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse is an engaging, hands-on nature play space designed especially for kids 12 and under. Bursting with opportunities for curiosity and discovery, it’s the perfect place for young explorers to let their...

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Come Learn MahJong

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · San Tan Valley Library

Have you every wanted to learn to play MahJong? We have an opportunity for you! Join us each Saturday from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM as we learn the intricacies of this exciting game! It will be necessary to participate in at least a few consecutive weeks to pick up on gameplay, so please plan...

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Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Ironwood Library · Ages 12–17

Explore and discover through experiences only found in an adventuring party as we play Dungeons and Dragons, 5th Edition. New players and those well experienced are welcome. Ages 12-17.

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Spring Art Series: Abstract Jazz Painting

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Hamilton Library · Ages 18+

April is Jazz Month! Come celebrate at Hamilton Library by painting a Jazz piece. Painting guru Lesa Schuur will walk you through step-by-step on how to paint jazz instruments. Registration is required. Adults only.

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Yoga & Me

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · Ages 5–7

<p>Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression. Each week explores a different theme such as Meet Your Body, Learning to Breathe, and Feelings in Motion. Children learn a variety of...

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Plant Swap & Propagation Demonstrations

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library

<p>Bring your potted plants and cuttings to swap with other plant lovers at Red Mountain Library. Paper cards will be provided for you to fill out the identity and care instructions for the plants you are swapping. </p><p>Maricopa County Master Gardeners will be conducting planting...

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Puzzle Swap

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Southeast Regional

Come and refresh your jigsaw puzzle collection by swapping out your old ones for new-to-you puzzles! Bring your unwanted puzzles in good, complete condition and choose one from the table for each puzzle you bring. No children's puzzles, please.

Garden: After Dark

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 12:30 AM–4:00 AM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden

Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.

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Adult Garden Cooking Class Spring 2026

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Vista Grande Library · Ages 18+

Join us at the Vista Grande Library once a month to create recipes using garden items. 2026 January 10-Brussel Sprouts February 14th- Carrots March 14th-Pie Day April 11th- Berries May 9th- Tomatoes

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Reading, Understanding & Increasing Spanish Vocabulary

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Downtown Library

If you have some basic knowledge of Spanish, or have taken our Beginning Spanish class with Hector Sosa, this series is a great next step. This 8-week series builds on what you already know to further strengthen your Spanish-speaking skills. Participants will expand their vocabulary through guided..

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Majestic Mariposas

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden

Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Oct. 11 – May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring at the Cohn Family Butterfly Pavilion, where hundreds of colorful Southwestern butterflies fill the air with life. Watch the monarchs and other stunning species dance from..

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STEAM Time!

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · South Mountain Library

STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through self-guided tinkering. Join us to make, create and play!

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Tiny Art Show

In 4 days · Sun, Apr 12, 7:00 AM UTC · Tempe Public Library

Kit pick-up begins Wednesday, April 1. To register, please email tplprograms@tempe.gov and include your first and last name, and contact information. *You must be over 18 to participate.* Starting April 1, you may also register in person at the Answers Desk. Once we've confirmed your registration,..

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Dog Days at the Garden

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden

Enjoy a Saturday morning from 6-11 a.m. excursion with your four-legged friend through the Garden’s trails. A paw-fect place to enjoy the outdoors together with some great photo ops. Dogs not permitted at Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s, The RAF Gallery, Butterfly Pavilion or Cactus Clubhouse. Dog Days...

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Conserving or Restoring Vintage Hand Tools

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Gateway Library

<p>Have you inherited rusty or unusable hand tools and wondered how to bring them back to life? In this session, Duane Roen shares restored tools dating back to the 1800s and demonstrates methods for removing rust while preserving patina and restoring function. He’ll also discuss the history and...

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Writing Group

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Downtown Library

This group is for writers who want to successfully write the stories that mean the most to them, and then get them out into the world. This group is facilitated by local author Andrew Flynn, with a focus on understanding, using, and utilizing resources to produce within the writing craft....

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Framerate: Desert Pulse

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:00 PM–5:00 AM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.

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Adult Tiny Art Show

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 7:00 AM UTC · Tempe Public Library · Ages 18+

Kit pick-up begins Wednesday, April 1. To register, please email tplprograms@tempe.gov and include your first and last name, and contact information. *You must be over 18 to participate.* Starting April 1, you may also register in person at the Answers Desk. Once we've confirmed your registration,..

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ESL Conversation Class

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · Ages 18+

<p>Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.</p>

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Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library

<p>While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated. This seminar will guide you through the steps of buying or selling a home and give you current information about crucial aspects of the..

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Writing Workshops with Duane Roen

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Tempe Public Library

In our daily lives, we use the word hope in multiple ways—e.g., “I hope that you are feeling better soon,” “I hope for the best,” “Hope spring eternal,” “These are my hopes and dreams,” and more. There may be times when we think that hope is all...

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Haunted Arizona: True Ghost Stories

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Tempe Public Library

The talk explores true stories connected to Arizona cemeteries, weaving together local history, documented events, and reported paranormal experiences. Rather than relying on folklore alone, the presentation focuses on real people, verifiable records, and the reasons certain locations are believed..

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Astrology 101 - What's Your Sign?

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Saguaro Library · Ages 12+

Who’s it for? All ages! We recommend ages 12 and up. What will you do? Have you ever had someone ask you what your star sign is, and you don't even know what it means? We're going to learn just what those star signs mean, their origins, and how to decipher your own star chart! Do I need to bring..

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With A Twist - Skills With a Sountrack

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Tempe Public Library

Like pretty flowers? Hate pretty music? Industrial Ikebana is for you! For April, enjoy an Industrial soundtrack as you learn the basics of ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging. All supplies will be provided.