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Music in the Garden

DATE: Jan. 24, 31 | Feb. 7, 14, 28 | March 7, 14, 28 | April 4, 11, 18 | May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
TIME: 7-9 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m.
PRICE: Members: $32.95 | General Admission: $36.95 | This event is 21+. No infants or children permitted.


Enjoy a stunning Garden backdrop as you experience local bands during this Friday night series. This 35-year-old tradition returns with concerts January through May. Food and beverages available for purchase. This event is 21+. No infants or children permitted.

Jan. 24: Cold Shott & The Hurricane Horns | R&B Funk Soul Dance
Jan. 31: Desert Rose Project Feat. the Music of Sting | Pop, Pop Rock
Feb. 7: Big Pete Pearson | Arizona’s King of the Blues | Big Pete Pearson will be inducted into the Arizona Music Hall of Fame during this concert.
Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day Dueling Pianos | The “KEYS” to your heart!
Feb. 28: Sandra Bassett | Disco Explosion
March 7: Tony Furtado Trio featuring Stephanie Schneiderman | Bluegrass Folk
March 14: Kilted Spirit | Celtic Rock Band
March 28: Pick and Holler | Old-Time String Band
April 4: The Big Zephyr Eagles & Friends Tribute Concert | Rock
April 11: The Sugar Thieves | Blues Roots
April 18: Simply The Best AZ | Tina Turner Tribute Show
May 2: To be announced, Latin Music.
May 9: Carmela y Más | Latin Jazz & Salsa
May 16: True Flavor Blues | Slightly Jazzy Traditional Blues
May 23: YACHTZILLA! Monsters of Soft Rock | Yacht Rock 70s-80s
May 30: Cisco and the Racecars | Bluegrass folk old-time music

Chef Specials available for purchase

Jan. 24: Pulled Pork Sandwich: Slow Roasted Pulled Pork on a Brioche Bun, Creamy Coleslaw, Fresh Dill Potato Salad, Grilled Watermelon, and Carolina BBQ Sauce
Jan. 31: Fish and Chips: Battered Cod, Seasoned Fries, Tartar Sauce, Coleslaw, and Lemon
Feb. 7: AZ Burger: ½ lb Angus Beef, Brioche Bun, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato,  Blackened Serrano Aioli, Pepperjack Cheese, Garlic Parmesan Fries
Feb. 14: Braised Beef Short Ribs: Red Wine Braised Short Ribs, Roasted Garlic Mash, Honey Roasted Carrots, Demi-Glace
Feb. 28: BBQ Chicken Sandwich: Shredded BBQ Chicken on a Brioche Bun, Southern Slaw, Sweet Potato Fries, Corn Salad
March 7: Southwest Shrimp Mac & Cheese: Mesquite Grilled Shrimp, Cavatappi Pasta, Creamy White Cheddar Chipotle Cheese Sauce, Roasted Poblanos, Herb Focaccia
March 14: Corned Beef and Cabbage: Corned Beef and Braised Cabbage, Creamy Horseradish, Crispy Red Potatoes, Braised Carrots, Dinner Roll and Butter
March 28: French Dip Sliders: Braised Beef, Provolone, Brioche Buns, Au Jus, Crispy Onions Rings
April 4: Chicken Caprese Flatbread: Grilled Chicken, Red Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil Pesto, Garden Greens Side Salad
April 11: BBQ Chicken: Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast, Herbed Mashed Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Buttermilk Biscuit
April 18: What’s Love Burger: ½ lb Angus Beef, Brioche Bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Crispy Onion Straws, Garlic Aioli, Cheddar Cheese, Hickory BBQ Sauce, Sweet Potato Fries
May 2: Carnitas Tacos: Braised Pork Carnitas, Corn Tortillas, Avocado Crema, Salsa Fresca, Refried Beans, Calabacitas
May 9: Beef Sopes: Beef Machaca, Pinto Beans, Shredded Lettuce, Tomatoes, Crema, Queso Fresco, Arroz Verde
May 16: Chili Con Carne Dog: All Beef Hot Dog on a Brioche Bun, Topped with Beef Chili, Cheddar Cheese, and Onions, Served with Tater Tots
May 23: Gyro: Traditional Gyro with Tzatziki Sauce, Fresh Pita, Pickled Onion, Garlic Hummus, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Feta
May 30: Pulled Pork Sandwich: Slow Roasted Pulled Pork on a Brioche Bun, Creamy Coleslaw, Fresh Dill Potato Salad, Grilled Watermelon, and Carolina BBQ Sauce

Programming Subject to Change

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Jan. 19: Due to Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon, the Garden and Garden Shop will open at 10 a.m. Gertrude's and Cactus Clubhouse will open at 10:30 a.m. 
Van Buren St./Galvin Pkwy and McDowell/Galvin Pkwy will experience temporary road closures and restrictions until 12p.m.