things to do in feb in phoenix arizona part one

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Arizona Fine Art Expo
A 10 week event in north Scottsdale. See designers, painters, sketchers and sculptors at work. Demonstrations and workshops, fine wines and cuisine.
In 2012: January 19 - April 1

Waste Management Phoenix Open Golf Tournament
In North Scottsdale the pro golfers will get together for the first PGA tournament of the year. The PGA Waste Management Phoenix Open Golf Tournament, formerly known as the FBR Open, is held at the TPC Scottsdale course at the Fairmont Scottsdale. This tournament attracts the largest crowds of any PGA event.
In 2012: January 30 - February 5

Glendale Chocolate Affaire 
A festival of chocolate in downtown Glendale. Gourmet cuisine and beverages, horsedrawn carriage rides, national entertainment and tours of Cerreta Candy Company. Free admission. 
In 2012: February 3 - 5

Peach Blossom Celebration 
Blooming self-guided walking tour, Peach train ride through the orchards and the Grand Blossom Hay Ride where you go behind the scenes of orchards including apricot and apple. Petting barn, play yard. Free admission, charge for train ride and hay ride. Food and fresh baked goods available for purchase. Schnepf Farms, Queen Creek. 
In 2012: February 3-5, 10-12, 17-19, 24-26

Regional Unity Walk 
Walking for unity in our communities to promote mutual respect and understanding. Families, community organizations, scout groups, schools, and faith groups are encouraged to participate. Hosted By City of Tempe, Arizona State University, City of Chandler, City of Mesa, City of Phoenix, City of Scottsdale and the Town of Guadalupe. No registration required. Free. Walk starts in Tempe. 
In 2012: February 4^th

Music in the Garden
Sunday afternoons from noon to 2 p.m. at the Desert Botanical Garden. Tickets must be purchased. Ticket price includes admission to the garden. See a video about visiting Desert Botanical Garden. 
In 2012: February 5, 12, 19, 26

Wigwam Festival of Fine Arts 
Featuring award-winning Western and Native American artists from across the Southwest. Festival highlights include live musical performances, wine tasting, al fresco dining and spectacular art. Free admission. Litchfield Park. 
In 2012: February 10-12

Science Saturdays 
Combines science experiments with historic home tours. Different science projects at each session. Historic home tours and garden walks will also be available. Free. Tumbleweed Park, Chandler. 
In 2012: February 11

Arizona Renaissance Festival
Apache Junction. Each year you can enjoy music, theater, comedy, food and drink, crafts, games and knights jousting at the Arizona Renaissance Festival.
In 2012: February 11 - April 1

D-backs Fan Fest
The Arizona Diamondbacks fan appreciation day at Chase Field in downtown Phoenix is a free event, with clinics, autograph and photo opportunities, ballpark tours and giveaways. Free admission.
In 2012: February 11

Litchfield Park Arts in the Park 
Free outdoor concerts at the Wigwam Resort Front Lawn. Free. 
In 2012: February 12

Sunday A'Fair 
Musical mini-festival that takes place outdoors on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall adjacent to the Scottsdale Center for the Arts. 
In 2012: February 12, 19, 26

Willo Home Tour & Street fair 
Features examples of Tudor, Spanish Revival, Bungalow and Ranch style homes in the Willo Historic District dating from the 1920's through the 1940's. 
In 2012: February 12

Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
More than 2,000 horses, competitions, vendor show, seminars. Held at WestWorld in North Scottsdale. 
In 2012: February 16 – 26

Arabian Horse Show
WestWorld of Scottsdale hosts the most prestigious Arabian Horse Show in the U.S.
In 2012: February 16 - 26

Arizona Antique Market
Scottsdale.
In 2011: February 17, 18, 19

NHRA Drag Racing 
The National Hot Rod Association come to Arizona every year. Firebird International Raceway. 
In 2012: February 17 – 19

Astronomy Evenings 
A talk (novice level) explaining facts about the solar system and the galaxy around the planet earth followed by observing the moon, several planets, star systems through a celestron telescope. Weather permitting. Registration required. Ages 8+. Pinnacle Peak Park, Scottsdale. 
In 2012: February 17

AAA Travel Show 
The one-stop place to plan your next trip, learn valuable travel tips, win prizes, and visit with your favorite cruise and travel companies all under one roof. Phoenix Convention Center. 
In 2012: February 18, 19

Arizona Beer Week 
A celebration of all things craft beer. Tastings, beer-pairing dinners, beer seminars, home brewer confabs, pub crawls, and other activities paying homage to this popular cold beverage. 
In 2012: February 18 - 25

Western Avenue Art Walk 
Food and wine, music, special events, and the unique blend of artwork by local artists. Free parking, free admission. Old Town Avondale. 
In 2011: February 18

Live Life Exp 
Healthcare and wellness industries trade show. Industry innovations, product and service demonstrations, educational break-out sessions for professionals, health screenings, a culinary pavilion. Free admission. American Sports Centers, Avondale.