2026 November InMaricopa Magazine

THINGS TO DO

November EVENTS 4 Native American Heritage Celebration 1 p.m., Central Arizona College Maricopa Campus 17945 N. Regent Drive To honor Native American Heritage Month, CAC is inviting Navajo Poet Laureate Dr. Laura Tohe as a guest speaker. 5 CAC Foundation Golf Tournament Fundraiser 7:30 a.m., Mission Royale Golf Club 11 Mission Parkway, Casa Grande This annual tournament generates proceeds for Central Arizona College’s George Young Memorial Scholarship.

6 Maricopa First Friday Downtown 6:30 p.m., Heritage District 19395 N. John Wayne Parkway This walkable community event spans a 1.5-mile route of art, food trucks and live music. Concerts in the Park 7 p.m., Mike Ingram Heritage Park 44240 W. Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway Enjoy live tunes at Mike Ingram Heritage Park with Groove Machine. 7 Maricopa Veterans Day Parade 9 a.m., Central Arizona College Maricopa Campus 17945 N. Regent Drive

7 Horticulture Hour at Garden Social 10 a.m., Garden Social 45030 Edwards Ave. This free event helps new growers and seasoned plant lovers deepen their horticulture know-how. 11 Veterans Appreciation Event 6 p.m., Duke’s Roadhouse 11154 N. John Wayne Parkway Hosted by Business Owners Giving Back, this event honors Maricopa’s veterans and features Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient Ben Breckheimer as a guest speaker. 14 Community Action Market & Produce 8:30 a.m., Maricopa-Stanfield Justice Court 19955 N. Wilson Ave. A $15 donation will get you a produce box of fresh nutritious fruits and veggies. Girl Yes! “I Love Her & I Like Her” Brunch 10 a.m., Maricopa Community Center 41614 W. Smith-Enke Road This faith-centered event brings together women with a special one- day brunch with a pajama theme.

22 Ak-Chin Gobble Gallop

Wednesdays Alcoholics Anonymous Family Group 10 a.m., Maricopa Library & Cultural Center 18160 N. Maya Angelou Drive A support group for family members of someone struggling with alcoholism. SKOOT Card Game 1 p.m., Maricopa Community Center 41614 W. Smith-Enke Road, Suite 100 A casual midweek card game night open to all. Thursdays Narcotics Anonymous 6 p.m., Ak-Chin Social Services 48227 W. Farrell Road An open NA meeting for anyone seeking recovery support.

Strength & Hope Al-Anon 7 p.m., Community of Hope Church 45295 W. Honeycutt Ave. A support group for friends and family of people affected by someone else’s drinking. Sundays Copa Farmers Market 8:30 a.m., Lowe’s Home Improvement 44400 W. Honeycutt Ave.

Maricopa Veterans Day Parade marks 10 years of honoring service Maricopa’s Veterans Day Parade returns with the theme “250 Years of Freedom,” honoring military service members and their families. The 10th annual parade will feature a Purple Heart veteran as grand marshal, a flyover by Stearman pilots, military vehicles, floats, horses, classic cars and school groups. “The community really has

10:30 a.m., Ak-Chin Entertainment Circle 16000 N. Maricopa Road Rev up that Harley for a police- escorted ride through Maricopa to benefit Maricopa Pantry. Registration is $20 or a frozen turkey. 28 6th Annual Maricopa Main Street Marketplace 10 a.m., Leading Edge Academy 18700 N. Porter Road Start your holiday shopping by perusing the wares of local artists, bakers and food trucks. Mondays Maricopa Golden Crafters 9 a.m., Global Water Resources 22590 Powers Parkway A casual weekly crafting meetup open to all skill levels. Alcoholics Anonymous 5:55 p.m., Maricopa Library & Cultural Center 18160 N. Maya Angelou Drive An open AA meeting available to anyone interested in the recovery program. SKOOT Card Game 6 p.m., Native Grill & Wings 21164 N. John Wayne Parkway A casual weekly card game night for neighbors and regulars. Tuesdays An open AA meeting available to anyone interested in the recovery program. Recovery Church 7 p.m., Community of Hope Church 45295 W. Honeycutt Ave. A Christ-centered recovery meeting with a large-group service followed by small breakout groups. Alcoholics Anonymous 6:30 p.m., Mountain View Community Church 50881 W. Papago Road

Weekly market featuring fresh produce, food, vendors and entertainment.

accepted this tradition now to honor our service members, which is wonderful,” said Gabby Potter, second vice president of the American Legion Auxiliary. The free parade begins near Central Arizona College and ends near Leading Edge Academy and Saddleback Elementary. Spectators should bring chairs and blankets. A free luncheon for veterans and their families follows at Leading Edge Academy.

Now in its 10th year, this annual parade honors military service members and their families.

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Garden Gurus 10 a.m., Maricopa Library & Cultural Center 18160 N. Maya Angelou Drive

GATHER & CREATE Maricopa’s Creative Studio for Crafting, Connection, and Mindful Escape.

Pinal County master gardeners will provide resources on herb gardening in Maricopa. 21 Garden Gurus 10 a.m., Maricopa Agricultural Center Demonstration Garden 37860 W. Smith-Enke Road

FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH ★ 6:30-9:30 p.m. ★ NOVEMBER 6, 2026

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Pinal County master gardeners will host an open house in their demonstration garden.

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