Kevin & Nivedita

March 9, 2025 • Mesa, AZ

Kevin & Nivedita

March 9, 2025 • Mesa, AZ

Things to Do

The greater Phoenix Metro area features many outdoor activities during this time of year to appreciate the unique landscapes of the expansive Sonoran Desert.

Desert Botanical Garden

1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA
(480) 941-1225

Come see the wedding venue we wanted to book! Spring is the perfect time to visit this lovely botanical garden featuring plants native to the southwest. Enjoy free admission on March 11 for Community Day!

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Hole in the Rock

625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA
(602) 495-5458

An iconic destination we recommend for a lovely Arizona sunset after a very short hike from your car.

Camelback Mountain

6131 Phoenix, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, USA
(602) 534-5867

A moderate-to-strenuous hike along Phoenix's iconic Camelback mountain, featuring a stunning view of Downtown Phoenix and the surrounding area at the top.

Lake Pleasant Regional Park

41835 North Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown, AZ 85342, USA
(928) 501-1710

You can rent your own boat and ride it on the lake that weaves through the canyons. You could also enjoy other water activities - Kayaking, swimming, paddle boarding.

Local events happening during your trip

Phoenix First Friday Art Festival

333 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Experience the event where Nive and Kevin first met! On March 7, stroll through First Friday art walk in Downtown Phoenix. On the first Friday of every month, Phoenix closes off Roosevelt St to showcase the work of local artists, also featuring live music, a wide variety of food trucks, and free admission to the Phoenix Art Museum.

Major League Baseball Cactus League

Catch a professional baseball game! The Phoenix Metro area hosts half of the Major League Baseball teams in February and March for Spring training.

If you’re not looking to adventure outdoors, here are some other fun options to spend time around town.

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

7374 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, USA
(480) 874-4666

Kevin and Nivedita's favorite date spot featuring rotating interactive exhibits of modern art. Located inside the Scottsdale mall.

Musical Instrument Museum

4725 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050, USA
(480) 478-6000

The world's largest museum of musical instruments! Featuring over 15,000 instruments from nearly 200 countries, including some formerly owned by famous musicians and performers.

C2 Tactical Gun Range of Tempe, AZ

8475 S Emerald Dr, Tempe, AZ 85284, USA
(480) 588-8802

Nivedita likes taking her guests here for a fun evening

A few suggestions for day trips. It is a pleasant time of the year visit the following:

Grand Canyon South Rim

Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023, USA

The Grand Canyon is approximately 240 miles (a 4 hour drive) from the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

Horseshoe Bend

US-89, Page, AZ 86040, USA
(928) 645-8861

Antelope Canyon Navajo Tours

Highway 98, Milepost, 299, Page, AZ 86040, USA
(928) 691-0244

Saguaro National Park

Arizona, USA
(520) 733-5153

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

1100 W Ruins Dr, Coolidge, AZ 85128, USA
(520) 723-3172