Things to do in the Valley: March 28-30 | Local News

This weekend you can catch a play, learn about outer space, and even take a musical journey. Read on for some of our top event picks for the last weekend in March. 

Shoot for the stars. The Town of Fountain Hills and the Fountain Hills Dark Sky Preservation are excited to announce the annual free Dark Sky Festival happening on March 29 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Fountain Hills Community Center. This year’s event will feature talks from NASA astronaut Chris Birch and naturalist Amy Burnett. Learn more about this out of this world event here. 

Dance the night away. Get ready for a breathtaking experience as Scorpius Dance Theatre presents “The Long Dance,” an immersive performance that explores the rhythm of life itself. From the first heartbeat to the final bow, this uninterrupted hour-long production captures the raw beauty of love, struggle, joy, and transformation—all through the power of movement. Find out more in this article. 

Take a musical journey. ProMusica Arizona Chorale & Orchestra will bring Dan Forrest’s “Creation” to life in two upcoming performances, offering audiences an immersive musical journey that captures the awe and wonder of the natural world. Learn more here. 

See a show. TheaterWorks is set to close its 2024-2025 MainStage season with “The Old Man and the Old Moon,” a whimsical folk musical featuring live music, shadow puppetry and imaginative storytelling. The production runs from March 28 through April 13 at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts. Get all of the details here.

A workshop for caregivers. Families and caregivers navigating the challenges of dementia will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights and resources at an upcoming workshop on Saturday, March 29, at The Holland Center in Scottsdale. Read this article to find out more. 

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