Arizona Best Fest

Posted on March 15, 2012 by az100

By Judy Hedding, About.com Guide   February 6, 2012

At the Arizona State Capitol
© Judy Hedding

The party of the century will take over the Arizona State Capitol complex and feature eight stages of Arizona performers, museum-quality educational pavilions, cultural villages, a Western town and the destination of the Arizona Centennial Motorcycle Ride. Arizona Best Fest Phoenix also delivers an Arizona storytellers theater, Arizona wines, craft beers, Arizona 100 art show, a family fun zone and a motorcycle village to celebrate Arizona’s 100 Years of statehood. The Arizona Capitol Copper Dome Mainstage will feature performances by Jerry Riopelle, Michelle Branch, the Gin Blossoms, George Benson, Rex Allen Jr., Marshall Trimble, Dolan Ellis, Esteban and Dennis Rowland. Residents and visitors alike are invited to celebrate Arizona’s 100th birthday!

When: Saturday, February 11, 2012 from noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday, February 12, 2012 from noon to 6 p.m. Here is the schedule of events.

Where: Arizona State Capitol area from 10th Avenue to 17th Avenue along Centennial Way (Washington Street)

How much: Admission is free

Recommendation: Try using public transportation instead of driving

More information: www.AZ100YEARS.org