Spring in Phoenix is the perfect time to explore the best of the season, from sun-soaked hikes and desert blooms to exciting indoor experiences across Greater Phoenix. Popular museums and attractions unveil fresh exhibitions and immersive events, while scenic drives and can’t-miss attractions let you take in the beauty from your car. However you like to explore, spring in Greater Phoenix offers something unforgettable.
James Beard Award–winning chef Charleen Badman of FnB celebrates the Sphinx Date, a locally grown fruit rooted in Phoenix history. Discovered in the 1920s and long cultivated in Arcadia, the date thrives in the Sonoran Desert. Partnering with a local grower, Badman showcases this rare variety at her farm-to-table restaurant.
Phoenix is a major sports hub, home to professional, collegiate and local teams across nearly every league. Its lineup of sports bars is just as strong. Catch the big game on wall-to-wall TVs while enjoying crowd-pleasing bites and cold drinks at some of the best watch spots in Greater Phoenix.
Thanks to abundant sunshine and striking desert surroundings, almost any time of year is picnic season in Phoenix. Pack a basket and bring along a homemade spread (or pick up bites from a nearby eatery) and settle in for a laid-back afternoon at one of the area’s inviting green spaces.
The Phoenician Derby Day Porch Party Celebrate the spirit of the Kentucky Derby at The Phoenician’s Derby Day Porch Party at Mowry & Cotton. Sip handcrafted mint juleps, savor Southern-inspired bites, and take in the lively atmosphere as the most exciting two minutes in sports unfolds. Guests are invited to dress in their Derby best for an afternoon of festive flair, camaraderie, and classic racing traditions—set against the relaxed elegance of Mowry & Cotton’s porch overlooking the beautiful resort grounds.
