Name: Record Store Day 2026
Start: 2026-04-18T09:00:00-07:00
Location: Queen B Vinyl Café

Queen B Vinyl Café

Start Record Store Day 2026 off right at Queen B Vinyl Café and get access to exclusive RSD albums and merch. Head to the café side to enjoy DJ sets from The Brothers Funk, Quick Kay, and DJ NO, and tattoos from @erroricky. After grabbing your goods, catch an energetic performance from two-piece emo folk band Sewer Bitch and proto-punk/American primitive band The Gem Show from 8-11:30 pm. Attendance to the day events is free. Entry to the evening concert is $15 &amp; all ages.

Local Event: Record Store Day 2026

Maricopa County

Phoenix Metropolitan Area

Phoenix

Arizona

Record Store Day 2026

Start Record Store Day 2026 off right at Queen B Vinyl Café and get access to exclusive RSD albums and merch. Head to the café...

Sanderson Lincoln Pavillion

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Step into spring at the Carefree Earth Day Celebration in the beautiful Carefree Desert Gardens on&nbsp;Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy a lively morning of hands-on activities, live music, and outdoor discovery.Get up close with Arizona wildlife—including mini ponies, birds, and rattlesnakes—while experts share insights on our desert ecosystem, water, and more. Explore interactive exhibits, crafts, games, and family-friendly fun, plus a special appearance by Smokey Bear. You’ll also find tips and inspiration for living more sustainably.Don’t miss the painting of the very first desert themed storm drain at 11 a.m. with the custom desert storm drain design Carefree community members voted on, alongside our Town Engineer and Public Works team.Enjoy music from Jubilate Conservatory, grab a refreshing treat from Sip N Scoop, and take time to explore Carefree’s shops and restaurants that are just steps away. Celebrate nature, community, and a beautiful day outdoors the Carefree way!
Learn more at <a href="https://visitcarefree.com/earthday" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">visitcarefree.com/earthday</a>
Featured Partners:
<ul><li>Carefree Fire Department</li><li>Carefree Water Company</li><li>Daisy's Rescued Goods</li><li>Desert Foothills Land Trust</li><li>Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine</li><li>Foothills Animal Rescue</li><li>Jubilate Conservatory of Music</li><li>KarateBuilt Martial Arts</li><li>Maricopa County Air Quality</li><li>Maricopa County Parks and Recreation</li><li>Maricopa Superior Court</li><li>Rattlesnake Solutions</li><li>Sanderson Lincoln</li><li>Smokey Bear</li><li>Tender Little Hearts</li><li>USDA Forest Service/Cave Creek Ranger District</li><li>Wild At Heart, Inc.</li></ul>

Local Event: Carefree Earth Day Celebration

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Step into spring at the Carefree Earth Day Celebration in the beautiful Carefree Desert Gardens on Saturday, April 18, from 9...

Tempe Marketplace

Join Tempe Marketplace for a sustainable fashion show! FABRIC partners with Tempe Marketplace to engage the community in repurposing thrifted denim jeans items into new, runway-worthy creations. All jeans are redesigned/upcycled by FABRIC members (established and emerging designers &amp; brands) as well as fashion teachers &amp; students and are featured on the stage at Tempe Marketplace. Runway seats are $15 and standing room is free. 

WEBSITE: <a href="https://tempemarketplace.com/event/refabricate/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://tempemarketplace.com/event/refabricate/</a>
TICKET LINK: <a href="https://events.humanitix.com/refabricate2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://events.humanitix.com/refabricate2026</a>
TICKET PRICE: $15
CONTACT: <a href="mailto:hedge@vestar.com">hedge@vestar.com</a>

Local Event: ReFABRICate Fashion Show

ReFABRICate Fashion Show

Join Tempe Marketplace for a sustainable fashion show! FABRIC partners with Tempe Marketplace to engage the community in...

Desert Ridge Marketplace

Join Desert Ridge for the Scottsdale Children’s Business Fair, a fun and inspiring community event where children become entrepreneurs for a day! Young business owners have the opportunity to run their own booths, selling handmade items, crafts, games, and creative products they’ve designed and built themselves. This family-friendly fair gives kids the opportunity to practice confidence, communication, and real-world money skills while engaging with the community. Shoppers are invited to stroll through the booths, support kid-run businesses, and celebrate creativity and entrepreneurship.

Local Event: Scottsdale Children's Business Fair

Scottsdale Children's Business Fair

Join Desert Ridge for the Scottsdale Children’s Business Fair, a fun and inspiring community event where children become...

Tanger Outlets Phoenix

To celebrate Earth Day, Tanger Outlets Phoenix invites the community to donate their used sneakers – any kind, size or condition – in April to support its new recycling program. Shoppers can give back by donating two pairs of shoes on the Tanger Turf between Michael Kors and Helzberg Diamonds, April 18 and 25 from noon to 4 p.m. Guests who donate will receive a special offer for 20 percent off top brands like Under Armour, Old Navy and Skechers. Sneakers collected will be recycled through Tanger’s partnership with <a href="https://email.msgsnd.com/c/eJwcyzFy7CAMANDTQLmDACEoKH7jewgh_fVk7ezYzJ4_k_TvzU4UjL12IMKAJRfwz96KjZxEJiass0qDYjUxD87WZA6_9xhiCTkAIOQIj0mR50RNaCSmw-Vw3P_vcz7k-_Cv_lzrfbv0z8XNxe0-lb_02o83y_oVLm7-6vu59Dpvl4MevL_GxR_9-6tTQlGzaEpFOANzBmiTtMKoNJpfPVYJRUoxTg0rSR5JK2BTENWI5j89_gQAAP__D0NHcg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sneaker Impact</a>, repurposing them into rubber material for future soft play surfaces and other usable products. 

WHAT: Sneaker Recycling at Tanger Phoenix 

WHEN: April 18 and 25;&nbsp;Noon–4 p.m. 


WHERE: Tanger Phoenix
(Tanger Turf between Michael Kors and Helzberg Diamonds)
6800 N. 95th Avenue
 Glendale, AZ 85305

HOW:
 This event is FREE and open to the public!

For more information, visit Tanger Phoenix at <a href="https://email.msgsnd.com/c/eJwczsGOhCAMgOGngaOhhVI8cNiL7wGlOCbqbpSMr7-ZOf_Jn69lZteL1QzM5CiGCPaVpfYomqCybwlScImaEEBsgfrsyG4ZHUYXHABBQJgaY2mN1FNn6VpNcMe93meb5Pewe36N8Xcb_2NwMbg8zzONcq56fbLBZd31bGVXe-XtHHqdtwlOj7Lt9Spv_U5GZk-ivWNXjlIClBIA5sYfaeI625ExiYsSYy9-psQSqtcENCuIKlK374z_AQAA___npUhm" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tanger.com/glendale</a> – or connect on <a href="https://email.msgsnd.com/c/eJwczDlu7DAMANDTSOVApPZCxW_c_hS5ACWRYyNeAlsZ5_hB0j-8XmI0QpoLxOiNDy6Ankvm2owwE3upNTmHZKUzWt_BZAK9FDQYjDMAHhzCo0ek3j1bL7EJV-XMdj2vvT_asem1zGN8Xsr-UzgpnO77fgg1rsfx8QsUTu-0P_n8_zVWHtfbfPC-fOuzLPvgc7-UM7zRstaTXvxXjhKtbyyCwjE0ckDkAHKPnKCmWLMeBVMzoYUgZLNPsblqOYHPDI0ZvehXwZ8AAAD__36NTx0" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://email.msgsnd.com/c/eJwczMFuwyAMANCvgWOFHcDkwGGX_Icxpo3U0CqwZp8_bfenVzORa2w1A1FwIfoI9pFRi0ApCVSrNBKOXBdI5KQEl9bV7hkdRucdQACPcKuEXGvQJTSSpsV4d4z76PUmr8M-82PO9zDLl8HN4HZd123vY_L95ONPGNwm97uer-_51Dnej5f2_cfgZs-896lnH8Y7PXh_lpM_-t_OTEsQbQ2bUhT2wOwB1kqaoCQqq50Zk7goMTZe1pBIfFk0QVgVRBVDs5-MvwEAAP__xrhQfQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

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Devil's Hideaway

The&nbsp;1st Annual Pup Crawl — Sip. Stroll. Save Lives., a first-of-its-kind fundraising event from&nbsp;Lost Our Home&nbsp;Pet Rescue,&nbsp;happening in Downtown Tempe on April 18, 2026.
From&nbsp;12:30–4:30 PM, attendees will make their way through four of Tempe’s favorite neighborhood spots, collecting stamps in an exclusive “Paws-port,” enjoying drink specials, and meeting adoptable dogs along&nbsp;the&nbsp;route — all while raising funds for a local no-kill shelter.
Event Details: April 18, 2026 · 12:30–4:30 PM MST Tempe&nbsp;(Downtown) Dog-friendly event (Pack Pass available)
Crawl Stops: • Devil’s Hideaway — Check-in, T-shirt pickup &amp; Paws-port distribution • Alter Ego • Neon Spur • Pedal Haus — Wrap-Up Celebration &amp; prize drawings
At&nbsp;the&nbsp;final stop, attendees can enjoy a lively wrap-up party featuring a dog-themed activation from event sponsor Tito’s Handmade Vodka, complete with a fun, interactive booth.
Why it matters: Every ticket sold directly supports&nbsp;Lost Our Home’s life-saving programs, including its Pet Food Bank, Temporary Care Program, First Responders Program, and rescue and adoption services.&nbsp;The&nbsp;organization is one of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Valley’s most active no-kill shelters, helping pets stay with families during times of crisis.
Tickets: • Pup Crawler (General): $45 • Pack Pass (Dog + Human): $55 • Top Dog (VIP): $65 • Rescue Champion: $100
All ticket levels include entries into a prize drawing at&nbsp;the&nbsp;final stop — featuring sponsor prizes from Canopy Hilton, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, plus dog gift baskets, cat baskets, and more. Supporters are invited to participate in&nbsp;our&nbsp;“Paws to Prosper” 50/50 raffle if they can’t attend &amp; still want to support pets in need in a fun way!
Learn more at <a href="https://lostourhome.rallyup.com/pupcrawl2026." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">lostourhome.rallyup.com/pupcrawl2026.</a>

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C2 Tactical Gun Range of Tempe, AZ

Physical, psychological and emotional reactions occur when a human undergoes extreme stress, such as during an incident involving deadly force. This lesson explores what individuals should do immediately after using force in self-defense. When law enforcement arrives at the scene, it is crucial that the person appropriately conducts him or herself and prepares for dealing with the aftermath.
Focus: Learn how to appropriately respond during and after a self-defense incident.
Equipment: Pen and Paper

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The Madison Center for the Arts

Bender Performing Arts marks the 10th anniversary of its musical theater program with a full-scale production of The Little Mermaid Jr. on April 18–19, 2026, at Madison Center for the Arts, 5601 N. 16th St. in Phoenix. 
More than 300 students, ages 5 to 17, will take the stage in this milestone show, which brings the program full circle. The Little Mermaid Jr. was the first musical the North Phoenix studio produced when it launched its musical theater department a decade ago.
Performances are scheduled for Saturday, April 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 19 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets range from $18 to $22, plus fees.
The production features performers from kindergarten through high school, highlighting the strength of Bender’s training pipeline. For many younger students, this is their first time performing on a large stage, while older students return in leadership roles after years in the program.
Founded in 1974, Bender Performing Arts has served the Phoenix community for more than 50 years, offering classes in dance, music and theater for all ages. Tickets and details: benderperformingarts.com/events.

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