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Happy weekend, Lake Havasu!Â
In today’s happening-today edition: New 2026 Cal Tri race, bucket-list small towns feature, Colorado River deal setback, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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đź“° In the news
Flexible policies welcome beginners: Cal Tri Events announced an expanded 2026 calendar and expects over 10,000 athletes, with many first-timers. The schedule includes a new race right here in Lake Havasu City — explore the 2026 race lineup.
Unique desert escapes await: A February 7 feature names 11 bucket-list small towns in Arizona, and Lake Havasu City makes the list for its London Bridge and lakeside adventures — see the full list.
Drought strains river negotiations: Colorado River states missed a key deadline for a post-2026 water-sharing deal, as new forecasts show worsening conditions that could threaten hydropower and supplies, raising concerns for Lake Havasu communities — learn what cuts are proposed.
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đź’Ž Local business spotlight
Serious fry cravings: At Burgers by the Bridge, the fries are crispy, golden, and taste like real potatoes (imagine that). Keep them classic, or load them with chili or carne asada, then take in the London Bridge view. Consider it a weekday morale boost.
Low-effort glow plan: Desert Oasis Wellness & Medspa blends science-y skin tech with a chill vibe, offering laser treatments, RF microneedling, injectables, IV hydration, and body contouring, all under one roof right here in town. Low effort, high glow… let the mirror do the humble brag.
Start your week under par: At SARA Park Disc Golf Course, play 18 desert holes threading through SARA’s hills, with views and breezes that keep you honest. Bring a friend, pack extra water, and chase after-work birdies. Your calves might brag tomorrow, but you’ll be grinning today.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🛍 Havasu Spring Craft & Vendor Show @ Main Street Commons (Lake Havasu City) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – If your shelves are begging for something not from a big box, hit the new Mainstreet Commons on McCulloch for the Havasu Spring Craft & Vendor Show. Free to stroll, rich in candles, quilts, carvings, and neighbor-made finds. Consider it retail therapy, minus the guilt.
🎨 Art at the Lake @ Havasu Art Center (Lake Havasu City) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Lake breezes call for a slow lap through Havasu Art Guild’s 47th anniversary juried show, the one locals actually dress up for. Serious art, real talent, and everything’s for sale, so practice your I-have-wall-space face, and maybe retire that motel print.
✂ Havasu Memorial Walkway Dedication Ceremonies @ The London Bridge Stage (Lake Havasu City) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Grab a chair and meet under the London Bridge for the Havasu Memorial Walkway dedication, a simple, meaningful nod to the folks who built this place. Some seats are there, but bring your own, save your back, and linger for stories, handshakes, and familiar faces.
🍻 St. Patrick’s Day Party @ HEAT Hotel (Lake Havasu City) | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Skip the plastic shamrocks and get lucky on the lake with a proper St. Patrick’s party, complete with drink specials, a DJ, a photo booth, and giveaways. It’s the kind of fun where you dance a little, laugh a lot, and keep your dignity, mostly.
🏊 2026 Cal Tri Lake Havasu @ Lake Havasu State Park (Lake Havasu City) | Sunday (3/15) at 7:30 AM – New this year, Cal Tri brings a choose-your-own-adventure race to Lake Havasu, with 18 Olympic, Sprint, and Youth options to swim, bike, run, or skip one, because knees. Wetsuit legal water, London Bridge views, and post-race roaming in Sara Park and Lake Havasu State Park.
🍳 Sunday Funday Brunch @ Jersey’s American Grill (Lake Havasu City) | Sunday (3/15) at 9:00 AM – Whether you’re here for BOGO breakfast math or happy hour that lasts all brunch, consider it self-care. Sip signature, hand-crafted brunch cocktails, and, for steak loyalists, snag the 8oz American Akaushi Wagyu New York Strip & Eggs, while supplies last, not BOGO.
🎸 The Scott Perry Band @ Lighthouse Lounge (Lake Havasu City) | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Havasu’s own Scott Perry Band serves up desert-fueled country rock with grit, soul, and just enough chaos to keep you grinning. Think twang meets barroom rock meets your teenager’s playlist, unpredictable in the best way. No cover, so save the cash for post-show tacos.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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đź“» Lake Havasu report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 92°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. South southeast wind 2 to 9 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. East wind 2 to 7 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 90°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 90. North northwest wind 5 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 63.
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