Free events in Maricopa, AZ

This free enrollment fair at Classic Image Dance welcomes children ages 2 to 18 to sample short classes, explore different dance styles, meet the teaching team, and find a class that matches their goals. It is a fit for brand new dancers as well as those hoping to expand their training, offering a chance to get a feel for the studio before signing up. Families who complete pre-registration receive a special welcome gift at the event. Enrollment for Season 35 is underway, and space is limited.

The Chandler Community Center hosts a free country and rock performance from JD Nash and the Rash of Cash, part of the Stay Cool Free Summer Concert Series presented by Intel and sponsored by AARP Arizona. This indoor summer series from Chandler Center for the Arts highlights Arizona musicians and offers a cool escape in downtown Chandler. Expect gritty, dance-ready songs with vivid storytelling that blend Southwestern rock energy with heartfelt songwriting for a raucous yet resonant set. Fans of Drive-By Truckers, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, and the Old 97’s may especially enjoy this performance. Admission is free. Tickets are not required, though an RSVP is requested. Seating is first come, first served, with limited chairs available and additional space for standing and dancing.

Adult Cardio Tennis, hosted by Fun Fit & Feelin' Fine, delivers a high energy workout that blends fitness exercises, tennis drills, and light competition for adults at the beginner through 2.5 level. Sessions are held at the Gilbert Regional Park tennis courts on Court 1. Expect a welcoming setting that supports skill building and strong cardio. The first class is free, and each class after that costs $5. Bring your own racquet and wear athletic shoes suitable for tennis. Registration and the waiver are combined in a single form.

Learn & Play Discovery Days is a no cost monthly gathering for families to get to know Learn & Play. Explore the preschool and play café, meet the staff, and experience the welcoming environment created for children and families. Visitors can check out the play areas, learn about the preschool program, and connect with the team in a relaxed, no pressure setting focused on play and exploration. Whether you are considering enrollment or simply looking for a fun place to play and connect, this is an easy way to discover what Learn & Play offers.

Holiday Inn Phoenix - Chandler hosts the annual summer showcase from the Ocotillo Artists Group, presented entirely indoors for a relaxed browsing experience. This juried, high-quality exhibition highlights OAG’s local artists with original work across many mediums, including painting, jewelry, sculpture, pottery, photography, glass, metal, and others. Admission is free, blending the vibrancy of an art fair with the convenience of shopping in a comfortable indoor setting.

Free food boxes are available to anyone through Pentecostals of Phoenix, a mobile pantry partnering with Saint Mary’s Food Bank. Drive-through and walk-up service are offered, and cones and signs will guide you on-site. Distribution continues until supplies run out. To receive food, be prepared to provide your full name, zip code, and the number of individuals in your household.

A Sunday handicap travel league at Neely Farms creates an even playing field for every skill level. It is free to participate, with optional add-ons that include a $5 entry and a $1 ace pot. Results are based on handicap scoring, with a 100 percent payout structure rewarding the top 40 percent. There are closest to the pin prizes, giveaways, and spirited bag tag battles. Players gather at Hole 1 and use UDisc for scoring. The home venue features 18 holes, and league play uses a nine hole loop listed as par 54. Stay on the grass to remain in bounds. Anything on or beyond the fence or the rock border is out of bounds. The running river is a hazard that adds one stroke from the lie. Holes 7 and 9 have mandatory routes and both are played as islands. On island holes, a disc must come to rest on the island, otherwise proceed to the marked drop zone with a one stroke penalty. There are no fixed tee signs or pads. Tees are marked on the sidewalk, with grass tees on Holes 2, 3, 8, and 9. Hole distances are noted as follows: Hole 1 is 145 feet, Hole 2 is 255, Hole 3 is 361, Hole 4 is 252, Hole 5 is 267, Hole 6 is 331, Hole 7 is 219 and plays as an island, Hole 8 is 279, and Hole 9 is 200 and also an island. For parking, do not block homes. Additional parking is available across at the school.