From egg hunts to St. Patrick’s Day festivities, to a run you can complete with your four-legged family member and a tacos and tamales festival: there really is something for everyone this March in Henderson. Make the most of living in Henderson and attend a few of these 28 events!
Thursday, March 8
Storyteller Shenanigans
10-11 a.m. | Valley View Recreation Center | $8
This event is for children aged 2-6. Your child — and you — will be entertained by a professional storyteller who will lead the children in singing, dancing, and playing. Registration is required.
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Friday, March 9
Kids Night Out — Hats off to Dr. Seuss
5:30-9 p.m. | Black Mountain Recreation Center | $20
Enjoy a date night or a night out. Drop the kids off — ages 5-12 — for a supervised night of games, arts, and crafts. A meal is included in the cost. Registration is required.
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Saturday, March 10
Fresh52’s 2018 Inspirada Farmers Market Kick-off
9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Solista Park | Free Admission
Returning for the first time this year is the beloved Fresh52 Farmers Market at Inspirada’s Solista Park.
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Volunteer With The Friends of Sloan
9 a.m. | Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area | Volunteer
Help the Friends of Sloan install trail posts on Dutchman Pass Road. RSVP required.
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Vintage Market & Craft Sale
7 a.m.-Noon | Silver Springs Recreation Center | Free Admission
Shop or sell items like home décor, clothing, toys, and books that are crafted, upcycled, and repurposed.
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Walk the Park
8-9 a.m. | Horizon Crest Park | Free Admission
Join your Henderson neighbors for a walk in the park and enjoy nature. Registration required, suitable for ages 10+.
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Desert Jam 3-On-3 Youth Basketball Tournament
9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Downtown Recreation Center | $40 per Team
This annual tournament features boys and girls division for 3-on-3 basketball. For ages 10-13.
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Dust Devil Volleyball Classic
Time TBA | Pecos Legacy Park | $120 per Team
This adult (16+) sand volleyball tournament is for teams of 4, with a minimum of two women players. Register by calling the City of Henderson’s Sports Office at (702) 267-5717.
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Thursday, March 16
It’s a Zoo in Here! South American Adventures
10-11 a.m. | Valley View Recreation Center | $8
View and interact with South American reptiles and birds. Geared for children aged 2-6. Registration required.
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Friday, March 16
St. Patrick’s Day Park Crawl
6-9 p.m. | Inspirada’s Capriola & Solista Village Pavilion | For Inspirada Residents
The Inspirada HOA is planning a St. Patrick’s Day Park Crawl for Inspirada residents.
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Get Your Glow On
6-9 p.m. | Downtown Recreation Center | $5
Wear neon for this glow-in-the-dark dancing event. Each guest receives a glow bracelet. For ages 12-16. Registration required.
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Cosmic Climb
6:30-8:30 p.m. | Henderson Multigenerational Center | $10
No experience necessary for this event of climbing, music, and games. Climb the rock wall with the lights of a black light. No experience necessary, suitable for climbers weighing 48 to 300 pounds, aged 8+. Climbers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.
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Pot O’ Gold
6 p.m. | Henderson Multigenerational Indoor Pool | $5
Dive for “gold” at this children’s swimming event on St. Patrick’s Day. Registration required.
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Friday, March 16-Saturday, March 17
Shrek the Musical
7-9:30 p.m. | Henderson Multigenerational Center | Tickets start at $20 a person
The comical fairytale is brought to life with this Tony award-winning musical production. VIP tickets are available and include a pre-show dinner and character meet and greet.
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Friday, March 16-Sunday, March 18
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival
Times Vary | Henderson Events Plaza | Free Admission
Enjoy the City of Henderson’s popular St. Patrick’s annual parade and festival March 16-18. There will be a carnival, a festival, and live entertainment.
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Saturday, March 17
Friends of a Feather Read Together
9-10 a.m. | Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve | Free Admission
Children — aged newborn to 6 years — learn about birds, sing, and take part in a hands-on activity at this storytelling event. Registration required.
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Friday, March 23
Glow-in-the-Dar Nerf War
5:30-9 p.m. | Valley View Recreation Center | $15
Drop your child off — ages 7-17 — in a white t-shirt and tennis shoes and equipped with their own Nerf gun for this event. Dinner and snacks provided. Registration required.
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Friday, March 23-Saturday March 24
Shrek the Musical
7-9:30 p.m. | Henderson Multigenerational Center | Tickets start at $20 a person
The comical fairytale is brought to life with this Tony award-winning musical production. VIP tickets are available and include a pre-show dinner and character meet and greet.
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Friday, March 24
Fresh52’s Farmers Market: Spring Fest & Easter Egg Hunt
9a.m.-1 p.m. | Inspirada’s Solista Park & Pavilion | Free Admission
Grab some veggies for your pantry and bring the kids along for an Easter egg hunt. The Fresh52 Farmers Market and the Inspirada HOA’s Spring Fest & Easter Egg Hunt will happen the morning of March 24. Don’t forget a basket to collect your eggs.
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River Mountains Loop Trail Cleanup
8 a.m.-noon | River Mountains Loop Trail | Volunteer
Start the day off right by volunteering. Help clean up a local trail. Children, aged 5-12, must be accompanied by an adult. Teens, aged 13-17 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian to participate.
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Egg Drive
10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Whitney Ranch Activity Pool | $5
Bring your kids to this all-ages underwater egg hunt. Don’t forget a basket. The event also features swim bounce houses, games, a photo booth, and a crafting station. Registration required.
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Friday, March 30
Cosmic Swim
6:30-8:30 p.m. | Henderson Multigenerational Indoor Pool | $5
Dive for glow gear, listen to some music, and participate in “cosmic” swimming races. All ages welcome, registration required.
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Saturday, March 31
Tacos & Tamales Festival
2-8 p.m. | Sunset Park Las Vegas | Free Admission
A new event and free to attend. Enjoy tacos, tamales, local live music, and lucha libre wrestling.
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The Vegan Village: A Mini Vegan Festival
12-8 p.m. | Sunset Park Las Vegas | Free Admission
In conjunction with Tacos & Tamales event, the Vegan Village event will feature vegan cuisine options.
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5th Annual Fallen Heroes 5K/1.5M Walk
9 a.m. | Cornerstone Park | Prices Vary
The Southern Nevada Law Enforcement hosts this 5K run and 1.5 walk in honor of fallen officers and in support local law enforcement. Proceeds will directly support the Henderson Police Department Honor Guard Detail.
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Downtown Dodgeball Tournament
9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Downtown Recreation Center | $25 per team, $5 for individuals
Dodge, dip, dive, and dodge again. It’s a dodgeball tournament! For ages 16+, registration required.
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Spring Carnival & Hippity-Hop Egg Hunt
9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Whitney Ranch Recreation Center | $3 in advance, $5 day of
Bring the family out to celebrate spring with the City of Henderson’s carnival and egg hunt. The festival will feature carnival games, bounce houses, and refreshments. Egg hunts are organized by children’s ages, make sure you check out the times before going. Register before the event to save time.
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Bingo Hike
10-11 a.m. | Shaded Canyon Trailhead | Free Admission
Hike with your family and play bingo along the way. Each child receives a bingo card that can be filled as they see items along the trail. The first child to fill their bingo card gets a prize.
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Make sure you make the most of the living in Henderson and attend some of these community events! Keep up with Henderson happenings by viewing our online calendar.