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EVENTS<br />

DINING<br />

FAMILY FUN<br />

OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE<br />

THINGS TO DO<br />

Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>.com


Explore <strong>Chandler</strong>:<br />

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CONTENTS<br />

CHANDLER OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE<br />

Welcome<br />

Dear Friends,<br />

Thank you for choosing our community for your stay.<br />

Whether you are here for business, pleasure – or both<br />

– you will find <strong>Chandler</strong> to be an ideal place for a visit.<br />

We’re known as a Community of Innovation and have an<br />

entrepreneurial spirit that allows people and companies to<br />

thrive amid a lifestyle of hometown values and traditions.<br />

Foodies will enjoy culinary options that deliver on taste,<br />

complexity and atmosphere. And if you enjoy a nice glass<br />

of wine, craft beers and spirits, we have that, too! Outdoor<br />

recreation enthusiasts will enjoy our award-winning parks,<br />

top-quality golf courses, hiking and biking trails and a<br />

United States Tennis Association’s top-rated tennis center.<br />

We work hard to keep <strong>Chandler</strong> a premier destination<br />

for families and business travelers, and continue to add<br />

amenities, including a downtown entertainment district that<br />

is a hub for live music and hosts an active events calendar.<br />

The <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center is also elevating with the<br />

recent addition of the Crayola Experience attraction and<br />

will be welcoming SCHEELS, an attraction-filled destination<br />

sports store in fall <strong>2023</strong>.<br />

Through this guide – we encourage you to explore all of<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>. I am confident you will find <strong>Chandler</strong> to be one<br />

of the friendliest and most inviting communities in the<br />

Southwest.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Kevin Hartke, Mayor<br />

ON THE COVER: Downtown Ocotillo<br />

The <strong>Chandler</strong> <strong>Visitor</strong>s <strong>Guide</strong> is produced and published by the City of <strong>Chandler</strong>, Economic Development<br />

Division in conjunction with Hennen Publishing & Marketing Group (480.664.0541). It is presented by<br />

Mayor Kevin Hartke and the <strong>Chandler</strong> City Council. Photography: An-Pham, <strong>Chandler</strong> Hotels, <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Restaurants and the City of <strong>Chandler</strong>, David Schroeder, Foskett Creative Photography, Macerich, Mark<br />

Lipczynski, Sandoval Design & Marketing, Slaven Gujic, Tim Sealy. Writing services: PB + J and City of<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> staff. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy at time of printing. Quantity 50,000-10/2022.<br />

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Visit <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

MS 416, P.O. Box 4008, <strong>Chandler</strong>, AZ 85244, USA<br />

phone: 480.782.3037<br />

website: Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>.com<br />

2........ 10 REASONS TO LOVE CHANDLER<br />

3........ FYI - VISITOR INFORMATION<br />

4........ THIS IS CHANDLER<br />

6........ 24 HOURS IN CHANDLER<br />

8........ SAVE THE DATE, CALENDAR<br />

16........ FIND IT IN CHANDLER, MAP<br />

18........ CHANDLER LIKE A LOCAL<br />

20 ....... FAMILY FUN<br />

24 ....... THE GREAT OUTDOORS<br />

25........ CHANDLER GOLF COURSES<br />

26 ....... ART IS ALL AROUND, MURALS<br />

30 ....... EXPLORE THE ARTS<br />

34 ....... WHERE TO EAT IN CHANDLER<br />

46 ....... WHERE TO STAY<br />

Get Social With Us!<br />

#Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>, @Visit<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

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Swing a club on<br />

our fairways!<br />

Did you know <strong>Chandler</strong> is home to<br />

Arizona’s original golf resort? With<br />

seven golf courses, find lush fairways,<br />

expansive views, and great golf<br />

focused retailers.<br />

@ashley_tx.fl.ga.az<br />

You are<br />

HERE<br />

FYI...<strong>Visitor</strong><br />

Information<br />

Location<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is a short, 20-minute drive from<br />

both Phoenix Sky Harbor International<br />

Airport and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport<br />

in the southeast valley.<br />

Climate<br />

You’ll have a hard time finding better weather anywhere. <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

has an average temperature of 84 F degrees and more than 300<br />

sunny days per year.<br />

300+ days of Sunshine<br />

No need for a snow shovel here! Take<br />

advantage of <strong>Chandler</strong>’s gorgeous<br />

climate and soak up the sun. Here for<br />

business? Extend your stay and enjoy<br />

time in the sun!<br />

Vibrant Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Here you’ll find a diverse and unique array of<br />

restaurants, live music, local independently-owned<br />

shops and boutiques, entertainment, special events<br />

and displays of public art.<br />

Annual events<br />

and traditions<br />

Find fun at <strong>Chandler</strong>’s<br />

annual events. From the<br />

102.5 KNIX Barbeque &<br />

Beer Festival in March to<br />

the Rockin’ Taco Festival or<br />

celebrate the holidays at the<br />

Tumbleweed Tree Lighting<br />

Ceremony in December.<br />

@heymetz19 @siren.yoga<br />

Explore the outdoors!<br />

Need a break from the office or tired<br />

of indoor gym activities? Get outside<br />

and explore all that <strong>Chandler</strong> has to<br />

offer! Walk <strong>Chandler</strong>’s park trails,<br />

stretch on an exercise course, frolic<br />

in any of <strong>Chandler</strong>’s 69 community<br />

parks or swim at its six aquatic centers<br />

and pools. Our parks also offer<br />

environmental education displays,<br />

playgrounds for the kids, a ranch<br />

museum and plenty of room to play!<br />

Population<br />

All the great reasons that make <strong>Chandler</strong> a great place to visit - its<br />

weather, diversity, culture and so much more - make it an even<br />

better place to live. <strong>Chandler</strong>'s population of more than 280,000<br />

makes it Arizona's fourth largest city.<br />

Time Zone<br />

Arizona is on Mountain Standard Time and does not observe<br />

Daylight Saving Time (mid-March through early November).<br />

Average Average Average<br />

High Low Precip.<br />

(Inches)<br />

January 67F / 19C 41F / 5C 1.01<br />

February 71F / 22C 45F / 7C 0.99<br />

March 77F / 25C 49F / 9C 1.19<br />

April 85F / 29C 54F / 12C 0.33<br />

May 94F / 34C 61F / 16C 0.17<br />

June 104F / 40C 70F / 21C 0.06<br />

July 106F / 41C 77F / 25C 0.89<br />

August 104F / 40C 76F / 24C 1.14<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is for foodies!<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is well known for its diverse<br />

restaurants– from the charming and<br />

dynamic downtown culinary scene to<br />

local favorites—you can always find<br />

something that satisfies your taste.<br />

Batter Up<br />

Make <strong>Chandler</strong> your home<br />

base for Major League<br />

spring training excitement!<br />

You can easily access all<br />

Cactus League games<br />

from <strong>Chandler</strong> as 15 Major<br />

League teams go headto-head<br />

for pre-season<br />

training games.<br />

Kids just wanna have fun!<br />

Find family fun at <strong>Chandler</strong>’s family fun centers. From<br />

boutique bowling alleys to wall-to-wall trampolines<br />

to the largest indoor adventure rope course in the<br />

country, ice-skating and so much more!<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is buzzing with incredible art, festivals, sporting events, outdoor experiences and so much more! We want to see you<br />

what you’re up to around <strong>Chandler</strong>! Make sure to tag us @Visit<strong>Chandler</strong> and use #Visit<strong>Chandler</strong> on your social media posts.<br />

Access<br />

Arizona’s Best<br />

With its central location and<br />

just minutes from two major<br />

airports, <strong>Chandler</strong> makes a<br />

great home base to explore<br />

Arizona’s scenic wonders,<br />

family fun adventures<br />

and world-renowned<br />

attractions.<br />

‘Bleisure’ Travel<br />

Work can be fun — add a<br />

weekend day to your next<br />

business trip for a minivacation.<br />

September 99F / 37C 70F / 21C 0.89<br />

October 89F / 32C 59F / 15C 0.81<br />

November 75F / 24C 47F / 8C 0.77<br />

December 67F / 19C 40F / 4C 0.98<br />

Important Phone Numbers<br />

Visit <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.782.3037<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> City Hall<br />

480.782.2000<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Chamber of<br />

Commerce & Relocation Packets<br />

480.963.4571<br />

Police, Fire & Medical<br />

Emergency<br />

911<br />

Police Information<br />

(non-emergency)<br />

480.782.4130<br />

Road Conditions<br />

888.411.7623 or<br />

511# from your mobile<br />

Passport Information<br />

480.782.2176 or 480.782.2180<br />

U.S. Customs<br />

602.914.1400<br />

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This is <strong>Chandler</strong>:<br />

A Community<br />

of Innovation<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>’s past and future often sit side by side, from our historic downtown,<br />

shopping malls and dining corridors, to neighborhood parks, desert trails<br />

and active farmland.<br />

Discover <strong>Chandler</strong>’s history<br />

with a museum stop. The<br />

engaging <strong>Chandler</strong> Museum<br />

houses a rotation of exhibits that<br />

provide local and international<br />

perspective on our city’s<br />

growth and also contains the<br />

McCullough-Price House, a<br />

1938 ranch home now on the<br />

National Register of Historic<br />

Places. For kids young and old,<br />

the Arizona Railway Museum has<br />

an envious collection of trains,<br />

railway equipment and artifacts<br />

to explore.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Museum<br />

Located in southeast<br />

greater Phoenix, with<br />

easy access to PHX Sky<br />

Harbor International<br />

Airport, <strong>Chandler</strong> has long<br />

been an attractive outpost<br />

for tech campuses and<br />

start-ups. But our city’s<br />

innovation goes beyond<br />

the Silicon Desert.<br />

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Where museums provide a look<br />

at our past, our neighborhoods<br />

show where we are going.<br />

Grab a latte at Peixoto Coffee<br />

Roasters and explore the<br />

vibrant murals in Downtown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>. Known as the heart<br />

of the city, this walkable district<br />

is a collaborative space where<br />

business visitors can connect,<br />

and local boutiques, galleries<br />

and restaurants permeate.<br />

Disconnecting at the end of the<br />

day is easy with a happy hour or<br />

live music. Stop by the Brickyard<br />

Downtown, where the resident<br />

mixologist is always shaking<br />

up new seasonal cocktails. Or<br />

enjoy a pint at SanTan Brewing<br />

Company, one of Arizona’s first<br />

craft breweries. Be sure to check<br />

the performance schedule at the<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Center for the Arts to<br />

see which local and national acts<br />

will be in town.<br />

Brickyard Downtown<br />

Veterans Oasis Park<br />

For outdoor lovers, <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

offers plenty for every pace<br />

and Veterans Oasis Park<br />

is a must visit. Its 113 acres<br />

including wetlands, a lake and<br />

trail system is a prime spot for<br />

bird-watching. Or treat the<br />

kids to a seasonal carousel<br />

or train ride at Desert Breeze<br />

Park or walk through the<br />

hummingbird habitat.<br />

If you’re looking to take more<br />

than memories home, it’s easy<br />

to make a day of our shopping<br />

districts. <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion<br />

Center includes shops for local<br />

and coast-to-coast brands, a<br />

movie theatre and the colorful<br />

Crayola Experience, as well<br />

as a variety of casual and<br />

full-service dining choices.<br />

Or spend an afternoon in<br />

West <strong>Chandler</strong> with a mix of<br />

boutiques, national dining<br />

spots and family fun centers.<br />

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24 Hours<br />

in <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Extend your stay...here are some of our favorite ways<br />

to spend an extra day in <strong>Chandler</strong>.<br />

@senseishaaa or @renegade4love at Hot Air Expeditions<br />

6:00 a.m.<br />

@carmelajoyphotography at Peixoto Coffee<br />

8:30 a.m.<br />

@sfong_ at The <strong>Chandler</strong> Museum<br />

10:00 a.m.<br />

Sunrise Views<br />

Catch a sunrise view of the Sonoran Desert<br />

via a hot air balloon ride, horseback ride or<br />

morning hike.<br />

Grab a Local Cup<br />

Fuel up for the day – as you roam <strong>Chandler</strong>,<br />

you’re never far from a local café.<br />

Cultural Destination<br />

Visit the <strong>Chandler</strong> Museum for engaging local<br />

and national exhibits exploring culture, history,<br />

and art.<br />

@hannahlorschphotofilm at <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

11:00 a.m.<br />

@the_taco_spot at The Taco Spot<br />

Noon<br />

@azmurals at Desert Nights by @mslaurenlee<br />

2:30 p.m.<br />

@ brandonripp at SanTan Brewing Company<br />

Retail Therapy<br />

Shop <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center’s upscale<br />

collection of 180+ retailers or seek out a<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> boutique for local goods and décor.<br />

4:00 p.m.<br />

The Hidden House<br />

Lunch<br />

Uncover a hidden gem and deliciousness<br />

with lunch where the locals eat. May we<br />

suggest a taco?<br />

7:00 p.m.<br />

@dylanphotphx at Bourbon Jack’s American Tavern<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Murals<br />

Take a stroll or bike ride through Downtown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> to enjoy a colorful walk showcasing<br />

several vibrant wall murals.<br />

9:30 p.m.<br />

Local Beer Culture<br />

Enjoy a craft beer or experience a behind the<br />

scenes tour of Arizona’s largest combined<br />

brewery and distillery at SanTan Gardens.<br />

Dinner<br />

Whether it’s under the stars or dazzling string<br />

lights, dining al fresco is one of the best ways<br />

to enjoy <strong>Chandler</strong>’s beautiful weather.<br />

After Hours<br />

Discover more than a dozen live music venues and<br />

cool spaces in Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong>, featuring a<br />

dynamic range of genres ranging from folk to jazz.<br />

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Save the Date<br />

Event Calendar<br />

or go to<br />

Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>.com/Events<br />

Dates, events and times are<br />

subject to change, please confirm<br />

event details before you go and<br />

find a current list of events at<br />

Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>.com/Events.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>'s event calendar is full, offering festivals,<br />

sporting events, outdoor experiences and arts<br />

events to enjoy. Plan your visit around one of these<br />

annual events in and around <strong>Chandler</strong>.<br />

SHE Power Half Marathon<br />

& 5K<br />

Celebrate women, strength,<br />

determination, and a “can-do”<br />

attitude at this all-female 5K<br />

and Half Marathon event.<br />

February<br />

Super Bowl LVII (Glendale)<br />

The Super Bowl returns to<br />

Arizona - Choose <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

as your home base as we<br />

celebrate Arizona’s fourth<br />

Super Bowl. Kick-off is set for<br />

February 12, <strong>2023</strong> at State<br />

Farm Stadium.<br />

Waste Management<br />

Phoenix Open (Scottsdale)<br />

Follow professional golfers<br />

from hole to hole or watch<br />

from stadium-style seating<br />

or attend one of the Open's<br />

premier events.<br />

Arizona Renaissance<br />

Festival (US 60 at<br />

Festival Village)<br />

Huzzah! Explore a medieval<br />

European village featuring<br />

renaissance food, jousting<br />

shows, comedy shows, a<br />

30-acre circus and an arts and<br />

crafts fair. Through March.<br />

SHE Power Half Marathon & 5K<br />

Annual Mariachi and Folklorico Festival<br />

January<br />

We want to see what you’re<br />

up to around <strong>Chandler</strong>!<br />

Make sure to tag us @<br />

Visit<strong>Chandler</strong> and use<br />

#Visit<strong>Chandler</strong> on your<br />

social media posts.<br />

Barrett-Jackson Car Auction<br />

(Scottsdale)<br />

Join car enthusiasts from around<br />

the world and satisfy your<br />

passion for classic, exotic, and<br />

muscle vehicles while enjoying<br />

the Westworld of Scottsdale<br />

venue and event center.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> International<br />

Film Festival<br />

This annual film festival attracts<br />

filmmakers from more than<br />

25 countries bringing in<br />

more than 200 films over the<br />

four-day event. Grab some<br />

popcorn and a sweet treat and<br />

enjoy immersing in this cultural<br />

experience.<br />

Multicultural Festival<br />

Did you know <strong>Chandler</strong> is<br />

known for its cultural diversity?<br />

Bring the family to experience<br />

all the diverse cultures from<br />

around the world through<br />

music, dance, art, storytelling<br />

and more!<br />

Rock-n-Roll Marathon and<br />

Half Marathon (Phoenix,<br />

Scottsdale and Tempe)<br />

Rock out to live bands as you<br />

walk, run, or cheer for this fan<br />

favorite annual event.<br />

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Yoga at The Market<br />

Monthly Events<br />

February continued…<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Innovation Fair<br />

Spend a day dedicated to<br />

the exploration of invention<br />

with a <strong>Chandler</strong> focus at<br />

this AZ SciTech Festivalsanctioned<br />

event.<br />

Angry Crab Shack<br />

Southwest Cajun Fest<br />

A festive celebration of Cajun<br />

culture, handcrafted beer,<br />

and plenty of entertainment in<br />

Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong>.<br />

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<strong>Chandler</strong> Chamber<br />

Ostrich Festival<br />

Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fine Art & Wine Festival<br />

Curated by the nationally acclaimed<br />

Thunderbird Artists, stroll the<br />

artwork of 125 juried fine artists at<br />

this spectacular event that attracts<br />

artists and art collectors alike.<br />

Scottsdale Arabian Horse<br />

Show (Scottsdale)<br />

See top Arabian horse owners,<br />

trainers and breeders from<br />

around the world compete in<br />

one of the largest horse shows<br />

in the United States.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Bird Walk<br />

First Saturday of the month, November – April,<br />

8 a.m. to noon<br />

Desert Rivers Audubon leads free guided<br />

birdwatching tours through Veterans Oasis Park.<br />

Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong> Farmers Market<br />

Saturdays, October to June, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.<br />

Held in Dr. A. J. <strong>Chandler</strong> Park West. More than<br />

40 vendors offer fresh produce, breads, tamales<br />

and more for sale. Join us for Yoga at the Market,<br />

a donation-based yoga class on Saturdays at 10<br />

a.m., October - May.<br />

Greenhouse Gardens Farmers Market<br />

Saturdays, October to May,<br />

9 a.m. to noon and June, 8 -11 a.m.<br />

Greenhouse Gardens is an urban farmers<br />

market garden featuring vendors selling<br />

seasonal vegetables, fruit and herbs (no<br />

pesticides/chemical-free).<br />

Highland Yard Vintage Market<br />

highlandyardvintage.com<br />

Vintage is where it’s at! Four days a month enjoy<br />

a unique shopping experience with the best<br />

in home and garden décor from very popular<br />

designers, pickers, and makers in Arizona.<br />

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March<br />

Cactus League Spring<br />

Training<br />

Fan of Major League Baseball?<br />

Preview the season in intimate<br />

venues throughout the Valley<br />

of the Sun.<br />

102.5 KNIX Barbeque &<br />

Beer Festival<br />

Sample some of the best<br />

barbecue and ice-cold brews<br />

from the Valley. Enjoy live<br />

entertainment, a Kids Zone<br />

and bike show.<br />

Music in the Garden<br />

Concert Series at Desert<br />

Botanical Garden (Phoenix)<br />

The Valley’s top musicians and<br />

bands perform in a gorgeous<br />

garden setting. Through May.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Chamber<br />

Ostrich Festival<br />

Join us to celebrate everyone’s<br />

favorite, two-toed bird – the<br />

ostrich – at this beloved,<br />

annual festival. Enjoy familyfun<br />

activities, rides, carnival,<br />

national and regional<br />

entertainment and so much<br />

more!<br />

NASCAR Fanshield 500<br />

Race Weekend (Avondale)<br />

One of only four NASCAR Cup<br />

Series events measured in<br />

kilometers instead of miles!<br />

Phoenix Rising FC<br />

2020 USL Western Conference<br />

Champions, Arizona's<br />

professional football club<br />

season kicks off in March.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Chuck Wagon<br />

Cook-Off<br />

April<br />

MLB Arizona Diamondbacks<br />

(Phoenix)<br />

Batter up! The Arizona Diamondback<br />

season starts. Catch games at its<br />

retractable roof stadium, Chase Field.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Jazz Festival<br />

Experience the ambiance of the<br />

French Quarter with jazz-filled<br />

events highlighting local and<br />

national bands.<br />

Tempe Festival of the Arts<br />

(Tempe)<br />

Get outside and enjoy the work of<br />

300+ artists for a distinctive shopping<br />

experience (occurs twice a year).<br />

or go to<br />

Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>.com/Events<br />

May<br />

WNBA Phoenix Mercury<br />

(Phoenix)<br />

The Phoenix Mercury begins<br />

its summer season at Footprint<br />

Center in Phoenix.<br />

Arizona Restaurant Week<br />

The best time of the year for<br />

Arizona food enthusiasts! Fill<br />

up on a 10-day tasting tour at<br />

this bi-annual event featuring<br />

prix-fixe meals at participating<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> restaurants.<br />

June<br />

Summer Splash at <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fashion Center<br />

Cool off Fridays in June with<br />

family-friendly entertainment,<br />

arts and crafts, music and more.<br />

Garden Flashlight Tours<br />

at the Desert Botanical<br />

Garden (Phoenix)<br />

See nocturnal desert creatures<br />

and explore moonlit plants.<br />

Through August.<br />

Dates, events and times are<br />

subject to change, please confirm<br />

event details before you go and<br />

find a current list of events at<br />

Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>.com/Events.<br />

July<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>’s All-American<br />

Bash<br />

Celebrate the Fourth of July<br />

in Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong> and<br />

enjoy live music, yard games,<br />

food vendors and more as we<br />

celebrate Independence Day.<br />

4th of Zooly<br />

Celebrate Independence Day<br />

in style at the Phoenix Zoo!<br />

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ZooLights<br />

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Arizona Restaurant Week<br />

September<br />

Arizona Restaurant Week<br />

The best time of the year for<br />

Arizona food enthusiasts! Fill<br />

up on a 10-day tasting tour at<br />

this bi-annual event featuring<br />

prix-fixe meals at participating<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> restaurants.<br />

NFL Arizona Cardinals<br />

(Glendale)<br />

Rise Up Red Sea! Professional<br />

football season kicks off at<br />

State Farm Stadium.<br />

Rockin’ Taco Street Fest<br />

Fuel up on delicious tacos,<br />

exciting entertainment, and<br />

fun for the whole family.<br />

October<br />

Oktoberfest<br />

Drawing inspiration from<br />

Munich, Germany - enjoy craft<br />

beer and cocktails, German<br />

food like Bavarian-style soft<br />

pretzels and brats, as well as<br />

games, contests and live music.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Asian Festival<br />

A celebration of diversity, the<br />

festival highlights <strong>Chandler</strong>'s<br />

Asian culture, food, traditions<br />

and heritage.<br />

NBA Phoenix Suns<br />

(Phoenix)<br />

Go Suns! NBA season starts<br />

this month.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Jazz Festival<br />

Annual Mariachi and<br />

Folklorico Festival<br />

Enjoy a vibrant journey of<br />

music and traditional dances of<br />

Mexico at this annual festival.<br />

NHL Arizona Coyotes<br />

(Tempe)<br />

The Arizona Coyotes hit the ice<br />

for its new season at Tempe’s<br />

Mullett Arena.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> #AZ48 Half<br />

Marathon & 5K<br />

Celebrate the Copper State<br />

with a 5K or half marathon,<br />

starting and ending in<br />

Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong>.<br />

November<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Chuck Wagon<br />

Cook-Off<br />

Travel back in time during this<br />

one-of-a-kind cook-off and<br />

watch chuck wagon teams<br />

compete for a first-place title.<br />

Arizona Classic<br />

Jazz Festival<br />

Celebrate America’s<br />

contribution to music as you<br />

enjoy traditional, classical and<br />

Dixieland jazz.<br />

Ironman Arizona (Tempe)<br />

This popular triathlon race<br />

provides the perfect fast and<br />

flat course for Ironman athletes<br />

making it a must attend<br />

attraction.<br />

Strut Your Stuffing<br />

5K Run/Walk<br />

Get your exercise in before<br />

a delicious and filling<br />

Thanksgiving dinner at this<br />

family-friendly walk.<br />

Woofstock<br />

This annual, pup-friendly festival<br />

is the perfect way to celebrate<br />

your furry friends. Located at<br />

Tumbleweed Park.<br />

ZooLights (Phoenix)<br />

Big on holiday cheer, ZooLights<br />

celebrates the holiday season<br />

with 3.6 million lights and more<br />

than 700 glimmering light<br />

displays at the Phoenix Zoo.<br />

Through January.<br />

December<br />

Las Noches de las Luminarias<br />

(Phoenix)<br />

Thousands of luminarias provide<br />

a soft glow along the paths at<br />

the Desert Botanical Garden for<br />

a memorable holiday event.<br />

Nutcracker, Ballet Etudes<br />

This popular annual production<br />

features Tchaikovsky’s original<br />

score—perfect for the holiday<br />

season.<br />

Tempe Festival of the Arts<br />

(Tempe)<br />

Get outside and enjoy the work<br />

of 300+ artists for a distinctive<br />

shopping experience (occurs<br />

twice a year).<br />

Tumbleweed Tree Lighting &<br />

Parade<br />

This uniquely <strong>Chandler</strong> tradition<br />

kicks off the holiday season<br />

with a parade and the official<br />

lighting of a holiday tree made<br />

of tumbleweeds.<br />

Sippin’ Santas Pub Crawl<br />

This very popular, ticketed<br />

event takes over Downtown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> for one afternoon each<br />

December for a festive, selfguided<br />

pub-crawl.<br />

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CHANDLER<br />

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Explore <strong>Chandler</strong>:<br />

Virtual Tour<br />

ARTS, CULTURE & MUSEUMS<br />

1 Arizona Railway Museum<br />

2 <strong>Chandler</strong> Center for the Arts<br />

3 <strong>Chandler</strong> Museum<br />

4 The Eddie Basha Collection<br />

5 The Vision Gallery<br />

ATTRACTIONS<br />

1 Crayola Experience<br />

2 KOLI Equestrian Center<br />

3 Lone Butte Casino<br />

4 Radford Racing School<br />

6 DoubleTree, Comfort Inn, Country<br />

Inn & Suites, Motel 6, Super 8<br />

7 Drury Inn and Suites, Hampton Inn &<br />

Suites, Homewood Suites by Hilton<br />

8 Element <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

9 Extended Stay America<br />

10 Hampton Inn/Homewood Suites<br />

Fashion Center<br />

11 Hampton Inn Phoenix/<strong>Chandler</strong>,<br />

Homewood Suites by Hilton<br />

Phoenix/<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

12 Hilton Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

13 Hilton Garden Inn<br />

5 Wild Horse Pass Casino<br />

14 Holiday Inn<br />

6 Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park<br />

15 Home2 Suites<br />

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1 <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

2 Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

16 Hyatt Place, TownePlace Suites<br />

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17 Marriott Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

18 Quality Inn<br />

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AIRPORT AIRPORT<br />

3 Merchant Square<br />

Antique Marketplace<br />

4 Phoenix Premium Outlets<br />

5 The Shoppes at Casa Paloma<br />

GOLF<br />

1 Bear Creek Golf Complex<br />

2 Ironwood Golf Club<br />

3 Lone Tree Golf Club<br />

4 Ocotillo Golf Club<br />

5 San Marcos Golf Course<br />

6 Springfield Golf Course<br />

7 Sunbird Golf Club<br />

HOTELS<br />

1 Aloha Hotel<br />

2 Best Western, <strong>Chandler</strong> Inn<br />

3 Cambria Hotel<br />

4 Courtyard by Marriott & Fairfield<br />

Inn and Suites by Marriott<br />

5 Crowne Plaza Phoenix-<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Golf Resort<br />

19 Redwood Motel<br />

20 Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites<br />

by Marriott<br />

21 Residence Inn Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong>/South<br />

22 Sonesta Select Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

23 Staybridge Suites of <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

SPORTS & RECREATION<br />

1 Arrowhead Pool<br />

2 <strong>Chandler</strong> Bike Park at Espee Park<br />

3 <strong>Chandler</strong> Nature Center and<br />

Veterans Oasis Park<br />

4 <strong>Chandler</strong> Tennis Center<br />

5 Desert Breeze Park Railroad<br />

6 Desert Oasis Aquatic Center<br />

7 Hamilton Aquatic Center<br />

8 Ice Den <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

9 Nozomi Aquatic Center<br />

10 Paseo Vista Recreation Area<br />

11 Playtopia, Tumbleweed Park<br />

12 Snedigar Sportsplex, Skate Park &<br />

Dog Park<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> City Hall/<strong>Visitor</strong>’s Center<br />

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<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Like a<br />

Local<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is home to an array of diverse<br />

neighborhoods. Discover what each of<br />

these colorful communities has to offer.<br />

Downtown Ocotillo<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fashion Center<br />

Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Uptown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

You’ll find just about whatever<br />

you’re searching for at<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center. The<br />

mall is home to more than<br />

185 stores, a Harkins Theatre,<br />

more than a dozen full-service<br />

restaurants and 12 hotels—<br />

making it one of the city’s<br />

busiest spots. And in <strong>2023</strong>,<br />

you’ll find destination sports<br />

retailer, SCHEELS.<br />

Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Charming Downtown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is the perfect place<br />

to spend the afternoon.<br />

You can walk to many of the<br />

city’s top eateries including<br />

Craft 64, DC Steak House,<br />

Hidden House, and JINYA<br />

Ramen Bar. If you’re looking<br />

to wet your whistle with a craft<br />

cocktail, stop by the Brickyard<br />

Downtown or Spirit House.<br />

You can also squeeze in a<br />

round of golf at the San Marcos<br />

Golf Course, Arizona’s original<br />

grass golf course. When<br />

it’s time to sleep, consider<br />

booking a room at the Crowne<br />

Plaza or the Hilton Garden Inn.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Airport<br />

With more than 200,000<br />

annual takeoffs and landings,<br />

the <strong>Chandler</strong> Municipal Airport<br />

is one of the busiest airports in<br />

the country. From corporate<br />

jets flying in business<br />

travelers to work at the area’s<br />

many corporate, high-tech<br />

and industrial centers, to<br />

private aircraft giving leisure<br />

vacationers easy access to all<br />

the city has to offer, the airport<br />

makes traveling to and from<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> a breeze.<br />

Price Corridor<br />

Located at the intersection of<br />

major freeways Loop 101 and<br />

202, <strong>Chandler</strong>’s Price Corridor<br />

is packed with top employers.<br />

PayPal and Intel both have<br />

offices here. <strong>Visitor</strong>s in town for<br />

job interviews or leisure will find<br />

a variety of reasonably priced<br />

hotels where they can stay. This<br />

area is also home to The Parlay<br />

Kitchen + Cocktails restaurant,<br />

which serves craft cocktails and<br />

dynamic cuisine like the triple<br />

decker turkey club and housemade<br />

egg rolls.<br />

Uptown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Uptown <strong>Chandler</strong> is brimming<br />

with plenty of hot spots that<br />

locals love. One great example?<br />

Clothing shop State Forty Eight,<br />

which exclusively creates and<br />

sells Arizona-branded clothing<br />

featuring its name. Or, find a<br />

plethora of furniture, collectives<br />

and home décor from more<br />

than 200 vendors at the<br />

58,000-square-foot Merchant<br />

Square Antique Marketplace.<br />

Uptown is also home to a<br />

variety of restaurants that cater<br />

to just about every diner’s<br />

tastes. Feast on barbecue at<br />

American Way Smokehouse<br />

and baked goods from the<br />

on-site Tattered Aprons Baking<br />

Co., Dominican sandwiches at<br />

Mambo’s Dominican Kitchen<br />

and lite and healthy options<br />

from Fruta Healthy Eating, just<br />

to name a few.<br />

And for some unique activities,<br />

book a tour at SanTan Brewery<br />

& Distillery, where you’ll learn<br />

the ins and outs of brewing and<br />

distilling, and sample products<br />

along the way. For fun family<br />

time, check out the indoor<br />

playground at Uptown Jungle.<br />

West <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

West <strong>Chandler</strong>’s outdoor<br />

shopping mall The Shoppes at<br />

Casa Paloma features a variety<br />

of local and national shops in<br />

addition to restaurants and<br />

service providers. One standout<br />

option is the beautifully<br />

curated, independently-owned<br />

home décor store FOUND.<br />

West <strong>Chandler</strong> is also home<br />

to the nation’s largest indoor<br />

pickleball facility, Pickleball<br />

Kingdom and a host of dining<br />

hot spots ranging from finedining<br />

at Fleming’s Prime<br />

Steakhouse & Wine Bar to a<br />

family-style dinner at Italian<br />

restaurant Buca di Beppo or a<br />

casual meal and karaoke at Bap<br />

and Chicken.<br />

Downtown Ocotillo<br />

Downtown Ocotillo features<br />

plenty of hotels, a top-rated<br />

golf course and a handful of<br />

notable restaurants. <strong>Visitor</strong>s<br />

can stay at hotels including<br />

Home2 Suites, Holiday Inn and<br />

the Residence Inn by Marriott<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong>. Golfers<br />

can tee off at the Ocotillo Golf<br />

Club, notable for its cascading<br />

waterfalls and dramatic<br />

water features. Some of the<br />

area’s top restaurants include<br />

CHoP <strong>Chandler</strong> steakhouse;<br />

Japanese-spot Rock Lobster;<br />

American food and wine bar<br />

The Living Room. And for highend,<br />

local fare, reserve a table<br />

at Sea and Smoke or nearby St.<br />

Amand Kitchen & Cocktails.<br />

Uptown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Downtown Ocotillo<br />

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Family Fun<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is one of the most family-friendly cities in the U.S.,<br />

and there are a million reasons why. From its highly-ranked<br />

schools to its abundance of open space and its unique<br />

attractions, there’s no shortage of family fun to be had in the<br />

burgeoning Phoenix suburb.<br />

Homewood<br />

Suites by Hilton<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fashion Center<br />

810 Billiards & Bowling<br />

480.847.3091<br />

810bowling.com/810-bowlingchandler-az<br />

This new entertainment concept<br />

is a classic bowling alley with an<br />

upscale twist.<br />

Arizona Railway Museum<br />

480.821.1108<br />

azrymuseum.org<br />

All aboard! Kids can climb in<br />

antique rail cars and even ring a<br />

train’s bell at the Arizona Railway<br />

Museum. Call ahead or check<br />

the website for seasonal hours of<br />

operation before your visit.<br />

On any given<br />

weekend, families<br />

have the opportunity<br />

to participate in a<br />

fun run, visit a local<br />

park, attend a one-ofa-kind<br />

festival, or hit<br />

the trails by bike<br />

or foot to explore all<br />

the Sonoran Desert<br />

has to offer.<br />

Burst of Butterflies<br />

480.559.8016<br />

burstofbutterflies.com<br />

Located in Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong>,<br />

this pottery painting and art<br />

studio offers plenty of walk-in<br />

activities for budding artists of all<br />

ages. Activities include ceramic<br />

and canvas painting, glass<br />

fusion and both soap and candle<br />

making.<br />

Explore the Sonoran Desert<br />

For families wanting to commune with nature, Veterans Oasis<br />

Park offers an abundance of outdoor activities, from hiking and<br />

horseback riding, to fishing and birding. From burrowing owls<br />

to vermillion flycatchers, more than 150 bird species have been<br />

documented in the park. Take a birding class or go on a guided<br />

bird watching tour; you can even learn how to create a backyard<br />

bird habitat at your own home.<br />

Walk Into a Rainbow<br />

It isn’t often that a kid can walk into a rainbow, but the Crayola<br />

Experience at <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center comes pretty close. The<br />

20,000-square-foot destination allows children – and adults<br />

– to explore a world of color through 19 interactive, hands-on<br />

attractions that take coloring to the next level.<br />

Thrill Seekers<br />

If your family enjoys a little adrenaline rush, hightail it to Rush<br />

Xtreme, a top-rated indoor sports playground that allows kids<br />

and adults to pull tricks on trampolines, scale the rock climbing<br />

wall or test your skills on the largest, indoor adventure ropes<br />

course in the country. Rush Xtreme really has something for<br />

everyone. Oh, and the best part? It's air-conditioned.<br />

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Nozomi Aquatic Center<br />

Water, Water, Everywhere<br />

Watch for Seasonal Hours<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center, Splash Pad<br />

on the Outdoor Lawn<br />

480.812.8488<br />

shopchandlerfashioncenter.com<br />

CHANDLER AQUATIC CENTERS & POOLS<br />

480.782.2750<br />

chandleraz.gov/aquatics<br />

• Arrowhead Pool<br />

• Desert Oasis Aquatic Center<br />

• Folley Pool<br />

• Hamilton Aquatic Center<br />

• Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center<br />

• Nozomi Aquatic Center<br />

CITY OF CHANDLER SPRAY PADS<br />

480.782.2752<br />

chandleraz.gov/aquatics<br />

• Chuparosa Park<br />

• Desert Breeze Park<br />

• Espee Park<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

480.812.8488<br />

shopchandlerfashioncenter.com<br />

The children’s play area outside<br />

of Barnes & Noble has tunnels,<br />

crawls and fun toys designed<br />

for educational stimulation<br />

and interactive fun. The play<br />

area is open during mall hours<br />

with a height maximum of 42<br />

inches. Younger kids will enjoy<br />

the seasonal splash pad on the<br />

outdoor lawn and indoor train.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Nature Center and<br />

Veterans Oasis Park<br />

480.782.2890<br />

chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis<br />

A “non-traditional” park with 4.5<br />

miles of trails; wildlife viewing<br />

areas; ramadas and picnic areas;<br />

a butterfly and hummingbird<br />

habitat; an outdoor amphitheater;<br />

a unique, learning-oriented<br />

playground; a five-acre “urban<br />

fishing” lake; solar walk; and<br />

interpretive signs and exhibits.<br />

Crayola Experience<br />

602.581.5370<br />

crayolaexperience.com/chandler<br />

This colorful, one-of-a-kind family<br />

attraction features 19 handson<br />

activities where families<br />

can come together to create,<br />

learn and play. Located inside<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center mall.<br />

Veterans Oasis Park<br />

Desert Breeze Park and<br />

Desert Breeze Railroad<br />

480.893.6652<br />

desertbreezerr.com<br />

Desert Breeze is a large<br />

community park with a lake,<br />

playground areas and plenty<br />

of outdoor fun. While it’s free<br />

to visit the park, you’ll need to<br />

purchase a ticket to ride the onsite<br />

carousel and open-air train.<br />

Ice Den <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.598.9400<br />

icedenchandler.com<br />

Skate year-round at this indoor<br />

ice-skating arena. Skate lessons,<br />

hockey and public skating are<br />

available.<br />

ImprovMANIA<br />

480.699.4598<br />

improvmania.net<br />

An improvisational comedy<br />

club located in Downtown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> offers four weekend<br />

performances including their<br />

family-friendly show at 7 p.m.<br />

Koli Equestrian Center<br />

602.796.3495<br />

koliequestrian.com<br />

Experience the Sonoran Desert<br />

during a horseback ride on the<br />

Gila River Indian Reservation.<br />

Ages 6 and up and beginning<br />

riders are welcome.<br />

KTR Family Action Sports Center<br />

480.718.5872<br />

ktr-centers.com<br />

A unique, 60,000-square-foot<br />

facility for the entire family<br />

to enjoy from dodgeball to<br />

trampoline to parkour/ninja<br />

warrior to skateboarding and<br />

more – this facility will keep<br />

everyone on their toes!<br />

Makutu’s Island<br />

480.344.3740<br />

makutusisland.com<br />

Kids will love navigating this<br />

20,000-square-foot family fun<br />

center’s tunnels, tubes, firepoles,<br />

slides and more. It’s a great<br />

destination for indoor, energyburning<br />

fun!<br />

Paseo Vista Recreation<br />

Area & Paseo Trail<br />

chandleraz.gov/parks<br />

This 64-acre park features<br />

spectacular 360-degree views, an<br />

archery range, disc golf course,<br />

walking trails, a children’s play<br />

space and dog park. The 9.5-mile<br />

Paseo Trail begins at Galveston<br />

Street and runs along the canal<br />

to Riggs Road. Bicyclists may<br />

use the canal’s western side, an<br />

unimproved dirt surface.<br />

Phoenix Zoo<br />

602.273.1341<br />

phoenixzoo.org<br />

Recognized as one of the top five<br />

zoos in the nation for kids by Child<br />

magazine, the zoo is home to more<br />

than 1,300 animals, including 200<br />

endangered species. Daily activities<br />

include safari trains, petting zoo,<br />

Monkey Village and more. Cruising<br />

bikes and paddle boats for the lake<br />

are available for rent and offer a fun<br />

way to explore the grounds.<br />

Playtopia at Tumbleweed Park<br />

chandleraz.gov/parks<br />

Based on <strong>Chandler</strong>’s heritage, this<br />

2.5-acre playground has three play<br />

zones: Farm Land, City Land and<br />

Critter Land, which allow kids to<br />

explore, climb and slide various<br />

structures. The park features<br />

extensive park amenities for a day<br />

of outdoor fun.<br />

Fun For<br />

Older Kids<br />

Pickleball Kingdom<br />

480.818.9980<br />

pickleballkingdom.com<br />

Now open in West<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>, experience the<br />

largest indoor pickleball<br />

facility in the United<br />

States. <strong>Visitor</strong>s can<br />

reserve a court and play<br />

with rented paddles and<br />

balls. Locker rooms with<br />

showers, a pro shop and<br />

snack bar are onsite.<br />

Rush Xtreme<br />

480.757.5411<br />

rushfunpark.com<br />

The enormous, indoor adventure<br />

park offers extreme entertainment<br />

for the whole family with more<br />

than 10 attractions including the<br />

largest indoor adventure rope<br />

course in America to bungees,<br />

trampoline fun and more.<br />

Swingin’ Safari Mini Golf<br />

480.498.3985<br />

safarigolfaz.com<br />

Swingin’ Safari Mini Golf offers<br />

the ultimate, glow-in the-dark<br />

indoor mini-golf adventure for<br />

the whole family.<br />

Uptown Jungle Fun Park<br />

480.749.0858<br />

uptownjungle.com<br />

Located in Uptown <strong>Chandler</strong>, the<br />

facility is an all-inclusive, indoor<br />

family fun center with a number<br />

of activities for kids of all ages.<br />

USA Skateland <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.917.9444<br />

skatelandchandler.com<br />

Whether your child is an inline<br />

skating pro, uses traditional roller<br />

skates or has never put on a skate,<br />

they’re bound to have fun here.<br />

Beginners may use “skate mates”<br />

to help them feel comfortable as<br />

they glide around the rink.<br />

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Explore<br />

the Great<br />

Outdoors<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> does not want for good<br />

weather, having an enviable climate that<br />

boasts 300+ days of sunshine a year.<br />

From biking and hiking to fishing,<br />

golfing, running and horseback riding,<br />

opportunities for outdoor play are<br />

endless in <strong>Chandler</strong>. And, just outside<br />

the city there are even more chances<br />

to explore the state’s lakes by kayak<br />

and paddleboard, and its mountains by<br />

trail. Here are a few ways to explore the<br />

outdoors in <strong>Chandler</strong>.<br />

Veterans Oasis Park<br />

On Horseback<br />

The Koli Equestrian Center,<br />

near Wild Horse Pass on the<br />

Gila River Indian Community<br />

Reservation, offers a number of<br />

ways for riders to engage with<br />

its horses, including trail rides,<br />

and carriage, hay and wagon<br />

rides. Private and group trail<br />

rides are offered year-round and<br />

give riders a chance to interact<br />

with the desert around them,<br />

which may include a possible<br />

sighting of wild horses that roam<br />

that area. The Center also offers<br />

horsemanship classes, birthday<br />

parties and corporate events.<br />

In Sneakers<br />

If fitness is on the agenda,<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> hosts a number of fun<br />

runs and several for those more<br />

serious runners. 131 Events offers<br />

a series of playful 5K runs that<br />

make exercise fun for the whole<br />

family. From the traditional<br />

racing events like the <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

#AZ48 Half Marathon & 5K to<br />

the light-hearted Donut Judge<br />

Me 5K, which is always popular<br />

and, of course, includes donuts<br />

at the finish line. And the Brew<br />

HaHa 5K run in the fall and the<br />

spring Cinco de Miles and Shot<br />

in the Dark 5K Whiskey runs that<br />

sell out for their cool medals<br />

and fun themes. The SHE Power<br />

Half Marathon & 5K is Arizona’s<br />

largest, all-female racing event<br />

and features cake at the finish<br />

line, always a great motivator.<br />

In Hiking Boots<br />

A desert hike is one of the<br />

best ways to learn about and<br />

gain an appreciation for the<br />

Sonoran Desert, and if you’re<br />

in <strong>Chandler</strong>, you don’t have<br />

to go far to hit the trails. The<br />

113-acre Veterans Oasis Park<br />

offers 4.5 miles of paved and<br />

dirt trails. Or, head to South<br />

Mountain Park for 50 miles of<br />

crisscrossing trails or the less<br />

traveled San Tan Mountain<br />

Regional Park (south of Queen<br />

Creek) to possibly spot<br />

javelinas, coyotes and Gila<br />

monsters.<br />

On Wheels<br />

With 327 miles of well-paved<br />

bike path and bike lanes,<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is a cycling mecca.<br />

Pedal the scenic route at<br />

San Tan Mountain Regional<br />

Park or gear up on the Paseo<br />

Trail. The popular outdoor<br />

destination has a 6.5-mile,<br />

10-foot-wide concrete multiuse<br />

pathway that overlooks<br />

the Consolidated Canal. Rent<br />

your ride at Global Bikes &<br />

E-Bikes, consistently ranked as<br />

America’s Rated Bike Shop by<br />

the National Bicycle Dealers<br />

Association.<br />

Bear Creek Golf Complex<br />

480.883.8200<br />

bearcreekaz.com<br />

Ironwood Golf Club<br />

480.895.0614<br />

ironoaksaz.com/golf/<br />

ironwood-golf-course<br />

Lone Tree Golf Club<br />

480.219.0831<br />

lonetreegolf18.com<br />

Ocotillo Golf Club<br />

480.917.6660<br />

ocotillogolf.com<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Golf Courses<br />

More than a century ago, the state’s very<br />

first grass links course opened in <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

and today, the community continues to be<br />

an attractive destination for golf.<br />

San Marcos Golf Course<br />

480.963.3358<br />

sanmarcosgolfresort.com<br />

Springfield Golf Resort<br />

480.895.0916<br />

springfieldgolfresort.com<br />

Sunbird Golf Club<br />

480.883.0820<br />

sunbirdgolf.com<br />

San Marcos Golf Course<br />

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Art is All<br />

Around<br />

In recent years, <strong>Chandler</strong> has seen<br />

an explosion of street art and murals<br />

providing a glimpse into the community.<br />

And while murals are popping up<br />

all over <strong>Chandler</strong> – the biggest<br />

concentration is found in Downtown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> where more than a dozen<br />

murals showcase <strong>Chandler</strong>’s rich history<br />

and celebrate the Arizona lifestyle in<br />

a wonderful mix of expression and<br />

storytelling.<br />

Find plenty<br />

of free<br />

parking and<br />

explore the<br />

murals on<br />

foot or rent a<br />

scooter.<br />

Commonwealth Canal<br />

1 S. San Marcos Place<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> AZ 85225<br />

At 225 feet, spanning a portion<br />

of the Commonwealth Canal, the<br />

street mural bursts with color and<br />

creativity. Located just south of the<br />

Crowne Plaza Phoenix-<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Golf Resort, on the southern<br />

exterior wall of the property, the<br />

eye-catching piece is the work<br />

of artist Ariana Enriquez. The<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> resident—and <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

High School alum—says the mural<br />

is inspired by water as a vital<br />

element in our desert, giving life to<br />

desert foliage, local wildlife, and<br />

the king protea flower, a symbol of<br />

courage and diversity.<br />

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Serrano’s Mexican<br />

Restaurant<br />

141 S. Arizona Ave.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> AZ 85225<br />

The Serrano’s restaurant opened in<br />

1979 and continues to be run by the<br />

founding couple’s eight children<br />

and their families. Created by Noe<br />

“Such Styles” Baez and his son<br />

Champ, the mural graces the west<br />

facing wall paying homage to the<br />

Serrano family’s history.<br />

Desert Nights<br />

67 W. Boston St.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> AZ 85225<br />

In the same breezeway by<br />

Monuments to <strong>Chandler</strong>,<br />

Phoenix artist Lauren Lee,<br />

named one of Phoenix’s<br />

Top 100 Creatives by<br />

the Phoenix New Times,<br />

depicts saguaro cacti and<br />

cactus wrens, Arizona’s<br />

state bird.<br />

Monuments to <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

67 W. Boston St.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> AZ 85225<br />

An ode to <strong>Chandler</strong>’s past and<br />

present, this mural looks back at 100<br />

years of the city’s history. Created<br />

by artists Joey Salamon and Cam<br />

DeCaussin, the sweeping mural<br />

combines geometric patterns with<br />

old-fashioned portraits, signifying<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>’s rich history and evolution.<br />

Located in breezeway, between<br />

Original ChopShop and Saba’s<br />

Western Wear.<br />

Ghett’ Yo’ Taco<br />

241 S. Oregon St.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> AZ 85225<br />

Find welcoming faces at the westfacing<br />

entrance of Ghett’ Yo’ Taco.<br />

Created by renowned graffiti artist<br />

Lalo Cota , this Day of the Deadinspired<br />

mural shows opposite<br />

sides of the faces of a sombreroclad<br />

man and a woman with a<br />

bright red rose in her hair.<br />

@gochandleraz<br />

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Explore<br />

the Arts<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>'s arts and culture scene is<br />

thriving. Visit a gallery to admire local<br />

or national exhibits, attend a concert<br />

or musical at the <strong>Chandler</strong> Center for<br />

the Arts, or enjoy Arizona's nationallyrecognized<br />

performance art options, a<br />

short drive from <strong>Chandler</strong>.<br />

The <strong>Chandler</strong> Museum<br />

features local and national<br />

exhibits, as well as ongoing<br />

programs such as the<br />

Saturday Family Series and<br />

Our Stories Speaker Series.<br />

For an in-depth look at the<br />

history of <strong>Chandler</strong>, explore<br />

the first floor or “tier” of the<br />

museum. You’ll also want to<br />

visit the museum’s courtyard<br />

after sunset with camera<br />

in hand to see the outdoor<br />

sculpture Infinite Shade<br />

bathed in multi-colored lights.<br />

chandlermuseum.org<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Center for the Arts<br />

Opened in 1992, The Eddie Basha Collection<br />

is a corporate gallery, located at the Bashas’<br />

corporate office in south <strong>Chandler</strong>. Featuring<br />

one of the largest privately owned collections of<br />

contemporary Western American and American<br />

Indian art in the world. <strong>Visitor</strong>s can expect to<br />

find more than 3,500 pieces of art in mediums<br />

including watercolors, charcoal drawings and<br />

bronze. Best of all, admission is free.<br />

eddiebashacollection.com<br />

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Arizona's<br />

Performing Arts<br />

Whether you are a performing<br />

arts devotee or a first-timer, you<br />

are sure to enjoy the nationallyrecognized<br />

performance arts<br />

within 30 minutes of <strong>Chandler</strong>.<br />

Fans of performing arts will want to make their way to the <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Center for the Arts - the go-to place for all things artistic. The venue is<br />

home to three performance spaces: the 1,500-seat Main Stage, the 350-<br />

seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and the 250-seat Recital Hall. See top national<br />

and regional artists alike. The Center is also home to The Gallery at CCA<br />

and features numerous children’s programs including a musical theater<br />

camp and a circus camp. chandlercenter.org<br />

Find artistry and excitement<br />

when you visit Ballet Arizona,<br />

professional ballet company.<br />

Under the direction of Ib<br />

Andersen, the awe-inspiring Ballet<br />

Arizona dancers inspire, entertain,<br />

and showcase artistic excellence.<br />

balletaz.org<br />

Arizona Opera elevates the<br />

transformative power of<br />

storytelling through music. The<br />

company's artistic history is rich<br />

with a blend of opera’s traditional<br />

repertoire featuring baroque,<br />

bel canto, and verismo works,<br />

turn-of-the-century masterpieces,<br />

operettas, and contemporary<br />

American operas.<br />

azopera.org<br />

At <strong>Chandler</strong>’s Vision Gallery, visitors can see work from more than<br />

regional 300 artists at this fine arts gallery. Find a plethora of mediums<br />

ranging from ceramics works to jewelry. The nonprofit gallery is<br />

managed by the <strong>Chandler</strong> Cultural Foundation and hosts six to eight<br />

exhibitions per year. The gallery also offers complimentary Vision Kids<br />

Programs, where children can take classes like three-color screen<br />

printing from professional artists. visiongallery.org<br />

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Where to<br />

Eat in <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Or go to<br />

Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>.com/restaurants<br />

for more delicious ideas.<br />

If you love good food, you’ll love <strong>Chandler</strong>. Known for its diversity—<strong>Chandler</strong> is home<br />

to buzz-worthy restaurants ranging from notable eateries to local gems making it a<br />

destination for foodies.<br />

CHANDLER IS<br />

FULL OF FLAVOR<br />

From fine dining to nationally<br />

recognized eateries to global<br />

eats, <strong>Chandler</strong> offers a wide<br />

range of dining options making<br />

it one of the best places in the<br />

Valley to indulge and imbibe.<br />

In Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong>, the hip and historic district is home<br />

to restaurants, bars and breweries that have helped define<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>’s food culture. Seek out SanTan Brewing Company,<br />

one of Arizona’s top beer-makers, and excellent locally owned<br />

destinations including DC Steak House for an upscale, classical<br />

American steak dinner, or trendy, seasonal eats, and cocktails on<br />

the inviting patio at Hidden House. For a more casual experience,<br />

check out Craft 64, for wood-fired pizza and local craft beer.<br />

Near <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center, find some of <strong>Chandler</strong>’s most<br />

family-friendly dining options including Abuelo’s, for delicious,<br />

made-from-scratch Mexican food or The Sicilian Butcher for Italian<br />

Crust: Simply Italian<br />

dishes featuring freshly made pasta and craft meatballs. Or host an<br />

upscale, private dinner at Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant.<br />

Venture into <strong>Chandler</strong>’s neighborhoods to discover local<br />

dining destinations housed in historic buildings to havens for fans<br />

of international eats. Check out local favorite, Singing Pandas<br />

Asian restaurant where kids and adults will enjoy a great meal and<br />

show with their free nightly entertainment or uncover authentic<br />

Mediterranean cuisine at Pitta Souvli.<br />

To put it simply: <strong>Chandler</strong> is full of flavor. Wherever you choose<br />

to dine in <strong>Chandler</strong>, you’re sure to enhance your visit and savor a<br />

great meal that reflects <strong>Chandler</strong>’s diverse community.<br />

Thaily's<br />

#DYK<br />

DC Steak House<br />

Thaily's Restaurant made The<br />

New York Times list of their 50<br />

Favorite Restaurants of 2022 -<br />

treat your tastebuds with their<br />

unique, one-of-a-kind fusion of<br />

Cambodian and Arab cuisines.<br />

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Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant<br />

Mexican/Southwestern<br />

Spicy and flavorful Mexican and Southwestern foods are<br />

something of an Arizona specialty, with its neighbor to<br />

the south. Enjoy a taco, carnitas picante, chicken mole<br />

(pronounced “mo lay”) or any other Mexican food specialties<br />

at these fine restaurants.<br />

Taqueria Factory<br />

480.672.5000<br />

taqueriafactory.com<br />

This casual, family-owned<br />

Mexican restaurant specializes<br />

in quesabirrias and micheladas<br />

inspired by delicious family<br />

recipes.<br />

The Keg<br />

Steakhouse + Bar<br />

Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant<br />

480.855.0960<br />

abuelos.com<br />

Voted America’s No. 1 Mexican<br />

Restaurant by American’s most<br />

respected consumer rating<br />

magazine.<br />

Nando’s Mexican Cafe<br />

480.855.4344<br />

nandosmexicancafe.com<br />

This casual, family-owned eatery<br />

serves up a great selection of<br />

Mexican and southwestern<br />

dishes and lot of ambiance.<br />

Serranos’s Mexican<br />

Restaurant<br />

480.899.3318<br />

serranosaz.com<br />

The Serrano family has called<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> home since 1919, and<br />

their restaurant is considered<br />

to be the oldest, continuously<br />

operated family-owned business<br />

in the city. Dishes are made fresh<br />

daily, from the homemade flour<br />

tortillas to their famous, warm<br />

bean dip for which Serrano’s is<br />

known.<br />

Tacos Chiwas<br />

480.590.2981<br />

Diners will discover what many<br />

taco aficionados claim to be the<br />

best tacos in the Valley. Select<br />

from nine varieties of street-style<br />

tacos served on handmade corn<br />

tortillas.<br />

The Taco Spot<br />

480.917.7883<br />

thetacospotaz.com<br />

This <strong>Chandler</strong> original, fast-casual<br />

restaurant is taking Instagram by<br />

storm with their craveable birria<br />

tacos, birria ramen and more.<br />

Valle Luna<br />

480.786.3100<br />

valleluna.com<br />

This casual, family-run restaurant<br />

features a wide selection of<br />

Sonoran-style dishes and<br />

waterfront dining.<br />

Z’Tejas Southwest Grill<br />

480.893.7550<br />

ztejas.com<br />

Scratch-made food featuring<br />

unique combinations of Mexican<br />

and Southwestern flavors.<br />

Happy hour, seasonal menus,<br />

lunch, dinner and brunch.<br />

Steak/Seafood<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> features several steak and seafood restaurants<br />

that are perfect for celebrating a special occasion or<br />

enjoying a night on the town.<br />

CHoP <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.821.0009<br />

chopchandleraz.com<br />

Located in Downtown Ocotillo,<br />

CHoP <strong>Chandler</strong> features a<br />

variety of classic favorites like<br />

burgers to bone-in steak, fish<br />

and seafood cooked on a sevenfoot<br />

mesquite grill.<br />

DC Steak House<br />

480.899.4400<br />

dc-steakhouse.com<br />

Milwaukee family-owned<br />

steakhouse serving Midwest<br />

beef favorites & seafood. Ask<br />

about our new private party<br />

room. Dinner nightly from<br />

4 p.m.-close.<br />

Elliott’s Steakhouse<br />

elliottssteakhouse.com<br />

Upscale locally owned steak and<br />

seafood restaurant in the heart<br />

of Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong>. This<br />

renovated historic 1900s movie<br />

theater offers a memorable<br />

dining experience built on<br />

quality cuisine, craft cocktails,<br />

and an extensive wine selection<br />

with world-class service.<br />

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar<br />

480.899.7500<br />

kegsteakhouse.com<br />

Experience quality, comfort,<br />

value and exceptional service at<br />

The Keg.<br />

Sea & Smoke<br />

480.534.7621<br />

seaandsmokechandler.com<br />

Find the highest quality seafood<br />

at this upscale, Mesquite grill in<br />

south <strong>Chandler</strong>.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Voices<br />

“Having lived in <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

for the last 10 years, I’ve<br />

enjoyed seeing the culinary<br />

scene really flourish.”<br />

— <strong>Chandler</strong> resident Taryn<br />

Jeffries, Founder and Editor for<br />

Phoenix Bites, an online magazine<br />

profiling the best chefs,<br />

restaurants and culinary events in<br />

the metro Phoenix area.<br />

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SanTan Brewing Company<br />

American Way Smokehouse<br />

Family Favorites<br />

Whether you opt to stick<br />

with childhood favorites like<br />

macaroni and cheese and<br />

chicken nuggets or dazzle<br />

your young and adventurous<br />

foodie, <strong>Chandler</strong> is home<br />

to several restaurants that<br />

are sure to please kids and<br />

parents alike.<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Voices<br />

On grabbing lunch<br />

at SanTan Brewing<br />

Company...<br />

“It’s a staple in<br />

the <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

community. It’s a<br />

fun, loud place to<br />

get together…the<br />

food is delicious and<br />

tasty. I especially<br />

like the salads.”<br />

— Kristen Drathman,<br />

Youth Music Director<br />

at <strong>Chandler</strong> Center<br />

for the Arts<br />

American Way Smokehouse<br />

480.772.1877<br />

americanwaymarket.com<br />

Smokehouse & bakery with<br />

fresh salads, craft sandwiches,<br />

delicious treats and bread fresh<br />

from our bakery. Open daily.<br />

Chase’s Diner<br />

480.855.3663<br />

chasesdiner.com<br />

Your kids will love being<br />

transported back to the ’50s at<br />

this classic American diner with a<br />

kid’s menu full of fun dishes like<br />

mini-corn dog nuggets, grilled<br />

cheese, cheeseburgers and<br />

freshly made desserts.<br />

El Sol Mexican Cafe & Bakery<br />

480.786.0811<br />

This tiny Mexican eatery has<br />

everything from hand-stretched<br />

tortillas to delicious, shredded<br />

beef tacos and a great selection of<br />

pan dulce (Mexican pastries) that<br />

will delight.<br />

Hangar Café<br />

480.899.6965<br />

This casual, family-run diner style<br />

restaurant has limited indoor<br />

seating, but locals come for the<br />

covered patio that faces the<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Municipal Airport<br />

runway with amazing views of the<br />

200,000+ annual flight operations.<br />

Thirsty Lion<br />

Gastropub & Grill<br />

Singing Pandas Asian<br />

Restaurant & Bar<br />

480.777.5050<br />

Free live entertainment nightly,<br />

Tuesday - Sunday. Voted Best<br />

of <strong>Chandler</strong> annually since<br />

opening, 2017-2021!<br />

The Old Spaghetti Factory<br />

480.786.5705<br />

osf.com<br />

Serving deliciously affordable<br />

three-course meals. Perfect for<br />

families and groups, offering<br />

fantastic banquet and catering<br />

services.<br />

Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill<br />

480.786.5799<br />

thirstyliongastropub.com/arizona<br />

The modern gastropub features<br />

a diverse selection of entrees<br />

and traditional bar bites utilizing<br />

scratch recipes.<br />

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Dinner Out<br />

From business<br />

meetings to<br />

celebration dinners,<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> offers an<br />

array of restaurants<br />

that specialize in<br />

creating memorable<br />

dining events.<br />

or go to<br />

Visit<strong>Chandler</strong>.com/<br />

restaurants<br />

for more delicious ideas.<br />

Hidden House<br />

Double Dutch<br />

Kitchen + Cocktails<br />

Benihana<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

480.812.4701<br />

benihana.com<br />

Steak, chicken & seafood prepared<br />

tableside by theatrical chefs. Sushi<br />

Bar, Happy Hour, Kabuki Kids menu.<br />

Brickyard Downtown<br />

480.963.1373<br />

brickyarddowntown.com<br />

The happy hour and dinner-only<br />

New American restaurant features<br />

global flavors served as tapasstyle<br />

shareable plates at this classy<br />

Downtown spot. A lineup of craft<br />

cocktails is creatively displayed in<br />

their themed cocktail book hand<br />

drawn by local artists.<br />

Crust: Simply Italian<br />

480.917.4903<br />

crustrestaurants.com<br />

Authentic family recipes from<br />

our kitchen to your plate. Crust<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>, Simply Italian.<br />

Cuisine & Wine Bistro<br />

480.275.6700<br />

cuisineandwinebistro.com<br />

Exquisitely crafted French<br />

cuisine with a twist,<br />

specializing in scratch-made<br />

dishes with a great selection of<br />

wine, beer and cocktails.<br />

Double Dutch Kitchen +<br />

Cocktails<br />

480.758.5856<br />

thedoubledutchaz.com<br />

This lunch and dinner<br />

restaurant boasts elevated<br />

comfort food and lively happy<br />

hour. In addition to a private<br />

dining room, the restaurant<br />

features a large, lush patio<br />

perfect for a cocktail.<br />

Feringhee’s Modern<br />

Indian Cuisine<br />

480.534.7178<br />

Offering dinner-only service,<br />

award-winning chefs are<br />

using traditional Indian spices<br />

and dishes with subtle twists<br />

and modern presentation for<br />

a contemporary approach to<br />

Indian cuisine.<br />

Hidden House<br />

480.275.5525<br />

hiddenhouseaz.com<br />

Blending fancy and friendly,<br />

the chef-driven menu features<br />

New American cuisine with<br />

their own twist. With an<br />

award-winning patio, this<br />

intimate, modernized 1939<br />

cottage features unique<br />

indoor/outdoor dining where<br />

every seat offers a different<br />

experience.<br />

Pitta Souvli Mediterranean Grill<br />

480.907.5893<br />

pittasouvli.com<br />

This family-owned neighborhood<br />

restaurant offers fresh and<br />

authentic Mediterranean dishes<br />

in a comfortable dining room or<br />

on the patio. Happy hour includes<br />

discounted appetizers and<br />

beverages.<br />

The Sicilian Butcher<br />

480.573.8550<br />

thesicilianbutcher.com<br />

Hip and trendy eatery featuring<br />

made from scratch pastas, sauces<br />

and meatballs and a build-your-own<br />

cannoli bar.<br />

Tryst Cafe<br />

480.656.1011<br />

trystcafe.com<br />

Breakfast, lunch and dinner.<br />

Organic, natural cuisine with an<br />

extensive gluten free menu. <strong>Visitor</strong>s<br />

will find a full bar, fantastic happy<br />

hour, and expansive patio.<br />

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Coffee/ Tea<br />

For coffee and tea lovers, it’s a real treat to discover a local<br />

coffee/tea shop where you can savor a cup and connect with the<br />

local community. While there are many such shops throughout<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>, there are several that stand-out with their own,<br />

distinctive local flair.<br />

Pizza <strong>Guide</strong><br />

Visit <strong>Chandler</strong> has partnered with Arizona’s<br />

premier pizza explorer, @wizard_of_za,<br />

known as the “wizard_of_za” on Instagram<br />

for his obsessive passion of great pizza. Enjoy<br />

this guide and finding your favorite pizza in<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>. Be sure to follow him on Instagram<br />

and to tag @Visit<strong>Chandler</strong> in your photos with<br />

#<strong>Chandler</strong>Pizza.<br />

The Kind Bean<br />

Craft 64<br />

Coffee Rush<br />

480.855.9815<br />

coffeerush.com<br />

Situated against a community<br />

lake, Coffee Rush’s waterfront<br />

patio features a beautiful view<br />

perfect for relaxing and enjoying<br />

a cup of coffee or a traditional<br />

espresso drink.<br />

Grove Coffee<br />

480.883.3733<br />

thegroveaz.org<br />

Often described as a hidden gem,<br />

Grove Coffee serves up a great,<br />

local experience with locally<br />

roasted organic coffee from<br />

Provision Coffee, home baked<br />

pastries from a local bakery and<br />

new local artwork every month.<br />

The Kind Bean<br />

480.726.8300<br />

thekindbean.com<br />

Specialty coffees, cold drinks with<br />

vegan food options for breakfast or<br />

lunch. Amazing bruschetta boards,<br />

fresh pastries, gourmet chocolates<br />

and quick grab-and-go options.<br />

#DYK<br />

Maple House<br />

maplehouseaz.com<br />

Enjoy coffee, beer and wine<br />

in a 1900s renovated farmhouse<br />

& patio. With a European<br />

interior, Maple House is a<br />

locally owned & one-of-a-kind<br />

destination in Downtown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>, open all day.<br />

Momentto Caffe<br />

480.948.8501<br />

momenttocafe.com<br />

Step inside this Europeaninspired<br />

café at this family<br />

owned and operated roastery<br />

and find fresh pastries, lowacid<br />

coffees, espresso-based<br />

beverages, teas and Momentto’s<br />

adorable Corgi mascot, Jax.<br />

Ni Hao Tea<br />

480.597.7097<br />

nihaoteausa.com<br />

In Uptown <strong>Chandler</strong>, discover<br />

a delightful menu of bubble<br />

teas - tapioca balls added to<br />

tea in addition to milk teas and<br />

tempting Asian drinks.<br />

Peixoto Coffee<br />

480.275.2843<br />

peixotocoffee.com<br />

Pronounced ‘pay-SHOW-toe’,<br />

the Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

coffee shop features a unique,<br />

crop-to-cup experience<br />

that celebrates more than<br />

100 years of Brazilian family<br />

tradition in a warm and<br />

modern setting.<br />

RaphaTea Boba<br />

Tea House<br />

480.917.2900<br />

raphatea.org<br />

Find an amazing selection of<br />

authentic bubble teas, Asian<br />

snacks and sandwiches.<br />

Rewind Treats Artisanal Ice<br />

Cream + Boba Tea<br />

480.466.0079<br />

rewindtreats.com<br />

Part ice cream parlor, part<br />

cereal bar, part tea shop,<br />

Rewind rolls all these great<br />

things into one.<br />

The Kind Bean was #36 on Yelp's latest list of the top 100 coffee shops<br />

in the United States.<br />

Sagebrush Coffee<br />

480.250.7159<br />

sagebrushcoffee.com<br />

Born from a passion for great coffee,<br />

this <strong>Chandler</strong>-based coffee shop<br />

uses the finest coffee beans from<br />

around the world for their microbatch<br />

roasting process, producing<br />

a one-of-a-kind coffee experience.<br />

Sharetea<br />

480.588.2181<br />

shareteasus.com<br />

Find an eclectic lineup of<br />

Taiwanese-based boba tea<br />

beverages as well as traditional<br />

favorites like iced or hot brewed<br />

green or black teas and classic<br />

milk teas.<br />

SoZo Coffeehouse<br />

480.726.7696<br />

sozocoffee.org<br />

Located in Uptown <strong>Chandler</strong>,<br />

SoZo Coffeehouse is a local<br />

favorite featuring a casual, laidback<br />

vibe. Live music available<br />

every Friday and Saturday.<br />

Tea Fresho<br />

480.207.1177<br />

Find Vietnamese inspired tea,<br />

bubble tea, coffee and more at this<br />

modern, West <strong>Chandler</strong> tea shop.<br />

Bella Gusto<br />

Urban Pizzeria<br />

bellagustoaz.com<br />

480.696.4455<br />

If you’re looking for an authentic<br />

Neapolitan-style pie, Bello<br />

Gusto Urban Pizzeria in Uptown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> is your spot!<br />

Buon Padre Pizza<br />

buonpadrepizza.com<br />

480.584.5454<br />

Find an incredible trifecta of<br />

unique options, outstanding<br />

value and excellent hospitality at<br />

this neighborhood pizzeria.<br />

Craft 64<br />

craft64.com<br />

480.247.3002<br />

Located in Downtown<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>, Craft 64 prides<br />

itself on using local<br />

ingredients and making most<br />

everything in house, the<br />

crust, sauce, its house-made<br />

mozzarella, fennel sausage<br />

and more.<br />

Floridino’s<br />

Pizza and Pasta<br />

480.812.8433<br />

floridinos.net<br />

Voted best pizza and best<br />

Italian restaurant in <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

in 2017, 2018 & 2019! Locally<br />

owned and operated since<br />

1995. Home of the one and<br />

only “Pizza Muffin”, Floridino’s<br />

has been serving their<br />

signature pizzastyle muffins<br />

to foodie fans for years. And<br />

if you’re craving something<br />

bigger, don’t worry they<br />

have traditional style pizza<br />

pies as well.<br />

Jimmy & Joe’s Pizzeria<br />

jimmyandjoeschandler.com<br />

480.963.6633<br />

Home of the New York-style “Serious<br />

Slice” which is seriously BIG! Ordering for a<br />

crowd is easy with their 24-inch Big Jimmy.<br />

Rosati’s Pizza<br />

480.820.4444<br />

rosatispizza.com/location/ocotillo-az/<br />

Fresh hot delivery, carryout, & catering.<br />

Using real ingredients to create real<br />

Chicago pizza since 1964!<br />

ToScany’s Coal Oven Pizza<br />

toscanys.com, 480.802.0742<br />

Are you a fan of coalfired pizza and<br />

pepperoni cups? Look no further than<br />

ToScany’s Coal Oven Pizza in south<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> to quell your craving.<br />

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Brews & Spirits<br />

Arizonans love beer and while<br />

in <strong>Chandler</strong>, you will find<br />

many of Arizona’s best beers<br />

are brewed right here in the<br />

community. From <strong>Chandler</strong>’s<br />

original craft brewery, SanTan<br />

Brewing Company to newer<br />

establishments, the city has<br />

several breweries and drinking<br />

establishments with impressive<br />

craft beer menus.<br />

Eggcelent Breakfast<br />

& Brunch<br />

Rise and dine for that breakfast meeting or enjoy<br />

a casual breakfast with the family. From mouthwatering,<br />

yet health-driven eateries offering a warm<br />

and inviting atmosphere or decadent brunch-style<br />

dishes featuring innovative spins on classic dishes<br />

accompanied by boozy brunch cocktails, <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

restaurants will satisfy that morning hunger.<br />

Hop Social Tavern<br />

Hash Kitchen<br />

BJ’s<br />

480.917.0631<br />

bjsbrewhouse.com<br />

Located at <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion<br />

Center mall, the restaurant<br />

brews their award-winning<br />

beer on site and is a great<br />

addition to their Chicagostyle<br />

pizza and American fare<br />

dishes. The restaurant features<br />

a large patio and indoor<br />

seating.<br />

Craft 64<br />

480.247.3002<br />

craft64.com<br />

This wood-fired pizza pub<br />

and brewery features 30 local<br />

craft beers on tap including<br />

eight of Craft 64’s own brews<br />

and a great selection of wine<br />

including their custom house<br />

wine blends.<br />

Helluva Brewing<br />

480.664.6488<br />

helluvabrewing.com<br />

The gastropub offers a robust<br />

kitchen with many handheld<br />

and shareable plates to<br />

accompany their 20+ beers<br />

on tap.<br />

H.O.P. Central Brewery &<br />

Taproom<br />

480.284.6320<br />

hopcentralbrewing.com<br />

Highlighting hoppy beers, the<br />

taproom features more than<br />

36 craft beers on tap including<br />

six H.O.P. Central house beers<br />

in addition to a well-stocked<br />

selection of Belgian and<br />

European bottled brews.<br />

Hop Social Tavern<br />

480.485.4677<br />

hopsocialtavern.com<br />

Hop Social Tavern is a familyowned<br />

restaurant featuring<br />

an entirely scratch-made<br />

American menu with 52<br />

brews on tap, set in a modern,<br />

industrial space that is big on<br />

ambiance.<br />

Lucky Lou’s American Grill<br />

480.814.1400<br />

Hot food. Cold beer. Great<br />

service. Locations in <strong>Chandler</strong>,<br />

Queen Creek and Mesa.<br />

The Perch Pub & Brewery<br />

480.773.7688<br />

perchpubbrewery.com<br />

Discover 40+ craft beers<br />

on tap including their own<br />

signature brews along with a<br />

rooftop bar and lush garden<br />

setting featuring more than<br />

50 tropical rescue birds at this<br />

one-of-a-kind gastropub.<br />

QuartHaus<br />

480.999.9463<br />

quarthaus.com<br />

Offering a great, local vibe<br />

with plenty of outdoor space,<br />

the tap house offers 25+<br />

rotating beers including a few<br />

house brews and small batch<br />

vodka.<br />

SanTan Brewing Company<br />

480.917.8700<br />

santanbrewing.com<br />

SanTan Brewing Company<br />

features award-winning craft<br />

beer and spirits alongside<br />

delicious, hand-crafted food.<br />

Sidelines Grill<br />

480.792.6965<br />

sidelinesaz.com<br />

The Cheers of <strong>Chandler</strong>! Locally<br />

owned and operated sports bar<br />

for 19 years. Best wings in town!<br />

Spirit House<br />

480.917.8700<br />

spirithouseaz.com<br />

Spirit House brings the 21st<br />

century flavors of SanTan Spirits<br />

alive in a community centered<br />

tasting room and cocktail bar.<br />

Thirsty Lion Gastropub<br />

480.786.5799<br />

thirstyliongastropub.com<br />

Scratch kitchen, craft cocktails,<br />

a large selection of draft beer,<br />

seasonal menus and sports.<br />

The Uncommon<br />

480.801.9901<br />

uncommonchandler.com<br />

This unique, retro-filled,<br />

80s-inspired eatery and barcade<br />

offers a creative menu and cocktail<br />

list alongside arcade games, ping<br />

pong tables, photo booth and<br />

more that is sure to bring smiles.<br />

BLD <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.779.8646<br />

bldchandler.com<br />

Modern, American-style<br />

comfort food featuring from<br />

scratch comfort food in a<br />

bright and cheery setting.<br />

Chompie’s<br />

480.398.3008<br />

chompies.com<br />

Located near <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion<br />

Center mall, diners will find<br />

traditional breakfast faves and<br />

fresh baked bagels at this New<br />

York-style deli.<br />

Egg N’ Joe<br />

480.207.6138<br />

eggnjoe.com<br />

Egg N’ Joe offers an extensive<br />

selection of breakfast favorites<br />

including omelets, pancakes,<br />

french toast, German<br />

pancakes, crepes, skillets and<br />

more.<br />

Eggstasy<br />

480.361.9275<br />

eggstasyaz.com<br />

Diners will find traditional<br />

breakfast and lunch dishes at this<br />

local brunch hot spot along with a<br />

more eclectic selection including<br />

chocolate covered bacon, jellydonut-flavored<br />

pancakes and<br />

cotton candy pork belly.<br />

Hash Kitchen<br />

480.909.4270<br />

hashkitchen.com<br />

This vibrant, creative breakfast<br />

and bar concept creates the<br />

ultimate brunch restaurant. The<br />

restaurant features a new and<br />

innovative menu along with its<br />

signature build-your-own Bloody<br />

Mary bar, selfie station and DJ<br />

booth on the weekend.<br />

Over Easy<br />

480.257.3449<br />

eatatovereasy.com<br />

Enjoy bright, retro-inspired<br />

surroundings and a great<br />

selection of omelets, pancakes<br />

and breakfast and lunch dishes<br />

in this Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

establishment.<br />

Tipsy Egg<br />

480.801.9700<br />

tipsyeggchandler.com<br />

Find bold flavors and a robust<br />

brunch-inspired cocktail/mocktail<br />

list at this Downtown <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

restaurant offering a unique twist<br />

on traditional brunch fare.<br />

U.S. Egg<br />

480.705.0868<br />

useggrestaurant.com<br />

The family-owned eatery features<br />

scratch-made, classic breakfast<br />

and lunch fare and most known for<br />

their popular protein pancakes.<br />

Over Easy<br />

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Where<br />

to Stay<br />

Whether you prefer the comfort of a full-service<br />

resort for a relaxing vacation, a sophisticated<br />

conference hotel, a modern, all-suite property<br />

for your extended family vacation, or a stylish<br />

hotel that is perfect for your next business trip,<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> has you covered with a great place to<br />

stay and enjoy <strong>Chandler</strong>’s events and activities.<br />

Marriott Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>’s<br />

convenient location<br />

puts most hotels within<br />

a short 20-minute drive<br />

from the PHX airport<br />

making it easy to<br />

access top attractions,<br />

activities and outdoor<br />

recreation.<br />

Crowne Plaza Phoenix-<strong>Chandler</strong> Golf Resort<br />

The Aloha<br />

alohaarizona.com<br />

602.818.3905<br />

Best Western Inn of <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.814.8600<br />

bestwestern.com/innofchandler<br />

Cambria Hotel Phoenix<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

480.899.2203<br />

cambriachandler.com<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Inn<br />

480.963.6361<br />

Comfort Inn<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>/Phoenix<br />

480.857.4969<br />

comfortinn.choicehotels.com<br />

Country Inn & Suites<br />

by Radisson<br />

480.940.0099<br />

radissonhotels.com<br />

Courtyard by Marriott<br />

Phoenix/<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fashion Center<br />

480.855.8600<br />

courtyardphoenixchandler.com<br />

Crowne Plaza Phoenix-<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Golf Resort<br />

480.812.0900<br />

sanmarcosresort.com<br />

DoubleTree by Hilton<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.961.4444<br />

chandlerphoenix.<br />

doubletreebyhilton.com<br />

Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

480.899.8100<br />

druryhotels.com<br />

Element <strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion<br />

Center<br />

480.553.7277<br />

elementchandler<br />

fashioncenter.com<br />

Extended Stay America<br />

Premier Suites<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>-Downtown<br />

480.681.1002<br />

esa.com<br />

Fairfield Inn & Suites<br />

Phoenix/<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fashion Center<br />

480.963.5300<br />

fairfieldchandler<br />

fashioncenter.com<br />

Hampton Inn <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.753.5200<br />

hamptoninn3.hilton.com<br />

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Hampton Inn & Suites<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fashion Center<br />

480.917.9500<br />

hamptonchandler.com<br />

Home2 Suites by Hilton<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Hilton Garden Inn<br />

623.471.8400<br />

hilton.com<br />

Hilton Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.899.7400<br />

phoenixchandler.hilton.com<br />

Holiday Inn Phoenix-<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong>/Ocotillo<br />

480.203.2121<br />

holidayinn.com/hschandleraz<br />

Home2 Suites by Hilton<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.659.2090<br />

phoenixchandler.<br />

home2suitesbyhilton.com<br />

Homewood Suites by Hilton<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.753.6200<br />

homewoodchandler.com<br />

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Homewood Suites by Hilton<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong>/Fashion<br />

Center<br />

480.963.5700<br />

homewoodchandler.com<br />

Hyatt Place Phoenix/<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

480.812.9600<br />

chandler.place.hyatt.com<br />

Marriott Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.732.1600<br />

marriottphoenixchandler.com<br />

Motel 6<br />

480.940.0308<br />

motel6.com<br />

Quality Inn<br />

480.705.0922<br />

qualityinnchandler.com<br />

Redwood Motel<br />

480.963.7159<br />

redwoodmotelchandler.com<br />

Residence Inn by Marriott<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong> Fashion Center<br />

480.782.1551<br />

marriott.com/phxcd<br />

Residence Inn by Marriott<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong>/South<br />

480.210.2727<br />

marriott.com/phxrl<br />

Sonesta Select Phoenix<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.763.9500<br />

sonestaselect.com<br />

SpringHill Suites by<br />

Marriott <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fashion Center<br />

480.726.7666<br />

marriott.com/phxcs<br />

Staybridge Suites Phoenix-<br />

<strong>Chandler</strong><br />

480.821.2626<br />

staybridge.com/chandler<br />

Super 8 Motel<br />

480.961.3888<br />

super8.com<br />

TownePlace Suites<br />

Phoenix <strong>Chandler</strong><br />

Fashion Center<br />

480.525.8898<br />

towneplacesuiteschandler.com<br />

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