Classic car shows, county fair

Classic car shows, county fair

Car enthusiasts, film lovers and people who love to shop local have much to look forward to in April in Arizona. 

Live performances, family-friendly events and markets featuring small businesses will take place in metro Phoenix throughout the month. Some annual events, including the Phoenix Film Festival, Maricopa County Fair and Copperstate 1000 road rally will make their return in April.

Plus, Phoenix Pride’s first Rainbows Festival since the pandemic began expects to make a triumphant return to downtown Phoenix this month.

Here are 17 things to do in and around Phoenix in April.

Phoenix Film Festival guide:What’s showing, what’s free and more

Phoenix Film Festival

The 2022 Phoenix Film Festival will feature more than 260 films over the course of 11 days at the Harkins Scottsdale 101. Among the movies that will be shown are the Nicolas Cage film “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” and “Cha Cha Real Smooth,” starring Dakota Johnson.

Details: March 31-April 10. Harkins Scottsdale 101, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. Starting at $15 for single-day ticket. 480-513-3195, https://www.phoenixfilmfestival.com.

The Venardos Circus will present 15 Broadway-style animal-free circus shows under its red-and-white striped tent in Tempe between March 31 and April 10, 2022.

Venardos Circus

Venardos Circus will present 15 Broadway-style animal-free circus shows under its red-and-white striped tent in Tempe between March 31 and April 10. Arrive an hour early to see the pre-show entertainment.

Details: March 31-April 10. Singh Meadows, 1490 E. Weber Drive, Tempe. $27, $16.50 for children 12 and under, free for lap babies 2 years or younger per adult ticket. https://www.venardoscircus.com.