Name: Indígena: A Latin American Indigenous Celebration
Start: 2026-10-11
End: 2026-10-11

S’edav Va’aki Museum (SVM) is situated on an extraordinary archaeological site, where visitors can learn about the Ancestral Sonoran Desert People, known to archaeologists as the Hohokam, who lived in the Phoenix area and its surrounding regions. They have been intimately connected to the landscape, including irrigation canals and agricultural fields still visible behind the museum. The Akimel O'Odham, descendants of the people who lived at S'edav Va'aki, still live and thrive in the Phoenix area. Visitors can walk along a 2/3-mile outdoor trail exploring a prehistoric Va’aki (platform mound), a ballcourt, replica houses, and more. Our indoor exhibit galleries explore local archaeology and contemporary indigenous themes. SVM offers programming throughout the year, including, arts & crafts, lectures, and more. Our annual events, such as the Indian Market, Ancient Technology Day, and more, provide engaging experiences for all ages! Admission: Adults (18-64): $13.00, Seniors (65+): $10:00, Students with ID: $6.00, Children (6-17): $6.00, Children (under 6): Free Museum. Members: Free \*Discounted Admission on Thursday evenings (4pm-8pm) Museum Hours: Monday, Friday, Saturday: 9:00AM - 4:00PM Thursday: 9:00AM - 8:00PM Sunday: 12:00PM - 4:00PM Tuesday, Wednesday: CLOSED

S'edav Va'aki Museum (Formerly Pueblo Grande Museum)

We're known for our famous Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, chopped salad, cheese fries, homemade chocolate cake, and chocolate cake shake. Our Italian beef is slow-roasted for four hours, thinly sliced, and served on freshly baked French bread. Then, it's dipped in hot gravy made with our homemade blend of seasonings that we've been perfecting for 60 years. Haven't tried Portillo's yet? Order an Italian beef dipped with sweet or hot peppers (add mozzarella if you're feeling cheesy) or a Chicago-style hot dog "dragged through the garden," and you'll see what all the hype is about.

Portillo’s Tempe Marketplace

Thirsty Lion serves a signature menu comprised of eclectic cuisines, with an emphasis on local ingredients and bold flavors. The “seasonal fresh sheets” will focus on featuring unique ingredients based on the time of year, including fresh seafood, quality meats and local vegetables and fruits. The bar will feature a large selection of craft beers on tap, many of which are local to the Valley. The gastropub also features unique craft cocktails that utilize combinations of fresh fruit purees, juices and premium liquors, as well as at least 20 different wines by the glass.

Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill Tempe Marketplace

Churro Nest is a unique, Vietnamese-inspired dessert shop that offers guests an array of delicious beverages, specialty churros, and not-so-secret Vietnamese street food. Choose from a variety of hand-crafted churro creations, boba and coffee drinks, ice cream, and more at this sweet spot.

Churro Nest Tempe Marketplace

LEGENDARY FOOD & DRINK Looking for an incredible bar and amazing restaurant near you? Look no further than Dave & Buster's. We have amazing games and award-winning food and drinks. Come check us out! WE TAKE GAMEPLAY SERIOUSLY Whether you want to ‘play the hits’ or check out the latest in VR, our gameplay selections are second to none. Arcade, tabletop, air hockey or traditional gaming, Dave & Buster’s has it all. CELEBRATE YOUR FANHOOD The next best thing to being at the stadium is cheering on your favorite team while noshing on tasty gameday favorites. Grab a seat at your nearest Dave & Buster’s restaurant for great views and great food at the Dave & Buster’s bar near you. PARTY PLANNING MADE SIMPLE Let us do the cooking (and the dishes) while you simply have a great time. Let Dave & Buster’s take care of your next party or event for you. Make a reservation or contact a Party Planner today.

Dave & Buster’s Tempe Marketplace

Escapology is a high-adrenaline escape game where players are locked inside a themed room and must complete their mission before time runs out. During the 60-minute experience players are immersed into a real-life adventure where they must find hidden clues, crack codes, solve challenging puzzles and escape! In addition to our thrilling escape games, we offer an ideal venue for a variety of special events. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a corporate team-building event, or a holiday party, Escapology provides a unique and exciting setting that your guests will never forget. We also offer venue buyouts for larger groups, allowing exclusive access to our escape rooms and facilities. Our event packages are customizable, ensuring that each celebration is tailored to meet your specific needs and create a memorable experience for everyone involved.

Escapology Tempe

Seen outside saloons over a hundred years ago, the hitching post was once a well-known symbol of distant travelers coming together. Today, The Post at Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport is a gathering spot for the modern age, where guests come together in a casual-upscale environment to the delicious cuisine of the Southwest. Here, local and fresh go hand in hand with thoughtfully sourced ingredients that support our community's well-being while providing our cuisine with fantastic flavor. Expect to try unique dishes such as Argentinean Churrasco or Pan Seared Chicken, as well as more classic options like our Perch Burger. Enjoy your drink of choice, from fine tequila and house-made margaritas to delicious wines with an emphasis on imports from Spain.

The Post at Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport Hotel

The Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport Hotel is the only full service hotel with a Light Rail stop at our front door. This convenience places you just minutes from downtown Phoenix, Tempe and Scottsdale. We are the closest hotel to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, and we offer onsite covered parking. We provide 15,000-sq.-ft. of versatile meeting space to host your next special event. Additionally, for your convenience, we offer complimentary wireless Internet. The POST Breakfast Restaurant will get your day off to a great start. The Perch Lounge is open for lunch and dinner and serves All American Cuisine favorites, craft cocktails and local craft beer. Please contact our sales and meetings department to help plan your next special event. We look forward to welcoming you the next time your travels bring you Phoenix, Arizona.

Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport Hotel

Travel in style at SpringHill Suites by Marriott the all-suite hotel that seamlessly blends design and functionality offering the modern amenities you need to stay refreshed and focused all at an affordable price. Spacious suites and vibrant lobbies offer flexible spaces perfect for working, meeting or relaxing. Take the stress out of travel with free WiFi, relaxing pools and fitness centers. Our Market is open 24 hr for snacks and necessities. Enjoy our complimentary hot new breakfast buffet with fresh choices for a customized start to your day with eggs, bacon, waffles, muffins or Greek yogurt and oatmeal with a toppings bar for a variety of options. Quite simply from business trips to leisurely journeys SpringHill Suites is a breath of fresh air.

Springhill Suites Phoenix Scottsdale

Welcome to Element Scottsdale at SkySong. Element believes in providing today and tomorrow’s travelers with not just a great place to stay, but a place to thrive while on the road. A place where travelers are able to maintain their rituals and lifestyles. That’s why we offer seamless and intuitive wellness, built in from the start. Whether stopping by for a few days or settling in for a few weeks, time away from home shouldn’t mean time away from life. Outdoor inspired vibrant living and smart, fresh thinking. We lay the foundation for our guests to stay in their element while traveling away from home.

Element Scottsdale at SkySong

It's time to go beyond. Follow trails that reveal mighty mountaintops. Wander among iconic landscapes beneath picture-perfect skies. Let the Sonoran Desert be your guide to limitless adventure.

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Step into an unforgettable afternoon filled with color, rhythm, and living tradition! Indígena invites you to experience the vibrant world of Latin America’s pre‑Columbian cultures through exhilarating dance, powerful music, mesmerizing storytelling, stunning fashion, and ancestral healing practices. Families can dive right in with hands‑on art activities happening throughout the day, making it a perfect celebration for all ages.

Presented in collaboration with Tempe Center for the Arts and curated by Cultural Coalition, Inc., this free event is your chance to connect, create, and celebrate the Indigenous heritage that continues to inspire and thrive.

Indígena: A Latin American Indigenous Celebration

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