Happy National Cactus Day! 🌵

Did You Know?!
🌵 Saguaro's are exclusive to the Sonoran Desert
🌵They can live up to 200 years
🌵They can sprout up to 25 arms
🌵Largest cactus in the U.S.
🌵 Arizona's state flower is the Saguaro Blossom

📸 Kris Heap

We are eating our way through Cinco De Mayo! 🌮 🇲🇽 Mesa has some of the best authentic Mexican restaurants - read on for all of the best places to try: bit.ly/44qplZU

The Lower Salt River is OPEN! 🛶 🌞 Here is your guide to floating the river this season.
#saltrivertubing #mesa #outdooradventure #exploreoutdoors

🔹Light It Up Blue! 🔹 In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, the Queen Creek PBR is bucking blue for Autism! Bulls start bucking tonight and tomorrow at 7:30pm at the Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre in Queen Creek. 🤠🐂 Don't miss this action packed rodeo!

The Mesa Music Festival kicks off tonight in Downtown Mesa.🎸 🎶 Here is everything you need to know before you go! 😎

In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, AZ Museum of Natural History is hosting Sensory Gentle Hours tomorrow from 10am - 12pm. 🦕 🦖
The museum will be hosting fewer people and have reduced sounds. Buy your tickets today: bit.ly/49hecex

📸: Wicked Awesome Boy Mom

🚴‍♂️Calling all bike enthusiasts! 🚴‍♂️ CycloMesa is TOMORROW! From 9am - 2pm don't miss out on the bike rodeo, scavenger hunt, zip line, BMX stunt show and so much more! It is going to be a wheely good time!
📍 The Plaza at Mesa City Center (Main & Center)

Celebrating World Autism Acceptance Day! 💙 As the Nation's first Autism Certified City, we lead with inclusivity. With the help of with sensory guides, specialized itineraries & more, Visit Mesa hopes to foster an understanding and inclusive community!
#WorldAutismAcceptanceDay

🎭 Happy World Theatre Day! Did you know? Mesa is home to the largest performing arts center in the Southwest?! The Mesa Arts Center boasts four theaters, five art galleries, and 14 art studios. Here is a sneak peek at their upcoming performances ✨🎨🎟️

Happy Saturday! 🌞 It's the perfect day to hit the water and soak up this amazing weather! Rent kayaks and SUPs from @nosnowsup 🛶 (don't forget your Tonto Day Pass too). Enjoy the views, soak up the sun and don't forget water & sunscreen!!!

The World's largest annual outdoor easter pageant, Jesus the Christ at the Mesa Arizona Temple is 2 days away! This free 70-minute musical dramatization runs March 20-23 and 26-30, starting at 8 p.m. each evening.

Mesa's gettin' its green on today! ☘️🍀 Enjoy feasts, green beer, traditional music and more to make you feel lucky! 🌈 Don't get pinched! Find all fun events here: bit.ly/4c8BeHc

📸 Goldentrailz

⚾🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT🚨⚾
There's only a week and a half left of Spring Training this year! Win four tickets to the Oakland A's last game of the season, next Saturday, March 23rd at 12:05PM.

HOW TO ENTER
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HE'S BACK!! 🐈 The time of year where the cougar shadow appears on the Superstition's is almost here! The cougar appears the third week of March and September every year.

📍 Best Viewing Spot:
13th Ave & Goldfield Road in Apache Junction

The PRCA Roots N' Boots Rodeo is just TWO days away! 🤠 Festivities start Wed, March 13th through the weekend. No need for fancy boots, just bring your crew and get ready for ropin', wranglin' and mutton bustin'.

Buy Tickets: rootsnboots.org/shop/tickets/

HEY BRIDES! 👰 Mesa has some swoon-worthy wedding venues!! 💒 Check out like the stunning views from Superstition Manor, the chic vibes of the @SheratonHotels at Wrigleyville West, the rustic grounds of Windmill Winery, and the elegant charm of the Antique Wedding House ✨

Come celebrate our great city today from 11am-4pm in @downtownmesa at The Yard Off Main.

Enjoy uniquely local fun including:
🎡 Free-friendly fun carnival rides
🐐 Petting zoo
🍢 Food trucks
🎸 Live music by Rock Lobster and Jaelyn Kay

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OUT NOW! 🐴 Episode 4 of City Limitless - The Podcast pays tribute to Women's History Month by celebrating the fearless female leaders who combine the equestrian lifestyle with artistic expression through Art of the Cowgirl.🤠

⚾🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT🚨⚾
Spring Training is in full swing and we are giving away a FAMILY 4 PACK to the Oakland A's vs Milwaukee Brewers game happening on March 16th at 1:05PM.

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Ditch the nine-to-five, grab your five-iron! ⛳️This is peak golfing weather at Augusta Ranch Golf Club ☀️ Their 18-hole, par 61 layout lets you experience all the challenge and fun in half the time. Plus, their 'Best Short Course' title speaks for itself!