Immerse yourself in a world where sustainability takes center stage. Explore the impactful initiatives at Vertuccio Farms in Mesa and learn how you can contribute to a greener future. With a history dating back to 1979, this remarkable farm offers an array of attractions, including fall festivals, intricate corn mazes, engaging spring break camps, and delightful Easter egg hunts. Schedule your visits and guided tours to indulge in the Pizza Farm experience, navigate the enchanting straw maze, interact with friendly farm animals, and enjoy many other exciting activities.
Join an unforgettable experience at Gilbert's Oktoberfest and kick off the autumn season in style. The celebration has something for everyone, including delicious bratwurst, pretzels, and refreshing Bavarian suds from Gilbert's finest local craft breweries and traditional beer makers. Make sure to don your traditional German attire, such as dirndls and lederhosen, and grab a stein to complete the experience. You will want to experience the various crowd favorites, such as traditional polka music, a brat-eating contest, a stein-holding competition, and live music. Mark your calendar for this fun-filled day that will create unforgettable memories.
Experience the rich cultural and historic past of the Salt River Community at Huhugam Ki Museum, the "house of the ancestors" in the Onk Akimel O'odham language. The adobe brick building houses a one-room exhibit gallery that showcases the traditional and contemporary life of the Onk Akimel O'odham and the Xalychidom Piipaash. The Huhugam Ki Museum is committed to preserving and collecting the community's culture through baskets, pottery, photographs, and artifacts. They invite visitors to learn about the heritage and participate in educating future generations of O'Odham and Piipaash. Come and discover the beauty of the history and culture at Huhugam Ki.