RV Rentals at Chandler Jazz Festival
Every April, Downtown Chandler turns the spotlight on its jazz scene with the return of the annual Chandler Jazz Festival. In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, the festival hosts a stellar lineup of local talent that encompasses genres like traditional, fusion, and smooth jazz.
The free, family-friendly festival features more than 40 hours of live performances. This is an alcohol-free and smoke-free event. Most of the food vendors take cash, and some don't take credit cards, so it's a good idea to bring both. You also have to bring your own blanket or lawn chair for the free concerts. The only animals allowed are service animals.
No trip to Arizona would be complete without a sojourn to the Grand Canyon. It's a little less than 250 miles north of Chandler. While there, you can explore hiking trails, take mule rides to the floor of the canyon, and even walk on the transparent balcony that hangs over the canyon itself.
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
One of the most fun activities you can do at the Chandler Jazz Festival is to play with the musicians. After 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday during the festival, bring your instrument to the event, and play during the after-hours jam session.
Sidewalk bands perform throughout each day of the festival, and you can listen, mingle with other fans, and enjoy the treats available from the various food vendors.
ON-SITE AMENITIES
On-site amenities at the Chandler Jazz Festival include the food vendors and some artisan booths selling their wares. There are, however, restrooms in public buildings in downtown Chandler.
LOCATION
Dr. A. J. Chandler Park is at the heart of the original town square designed by city founder Dr. A. J. Chandler. It's surrounded by small shops, galleries, restaurants, office buildings, and the historic San Marcos Resort and remains a community gathering place. The specific address of the park is 3 South Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ, 85225.
LINEUP
Alice Tatum, Pete Pancrazi, Todd Johnson, and Adam Clark highlight Thursday's lineup. The Pam Morita Trio leads Friday's activities along with Chris Stewart and Dan Delaney and Connor Sample. On Saturday, highlights include Brandon Sanders and The Power Trio while the Arsen Nalbandian Trio is the feature act on Sunday.
RVING AT THE EVENT
The Chandler Jazz Festival doesn't offer any RV accommodations. Almost all of the nearby RV resorts and parks are for people 55 years of age and older. The Monte Vista RV Resort, however, is for people of all ages. Mesa is only 8 miles from Chandler, so this park is near enough for easy access to the event. It's a pet-friendly park with a dog run. It also has courts for both tennis and pickleball along with both an on-site library and game room.
Twin Palms RV Park is also for people of any age. It's got full hookups, restrooms, and showers. You can do your laundry at the RV park as well. Some of the park's campsites can accommodate rigs up to 40 feet long.
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WHERE TO STAY
Don's Elegante Bed and Breakfast is in Phoenix, which is only 24 miles from Chandler. Its rooms are for a maximum of two guests, so it's just right for a romantic stay before you go take in the jazz at the festival.
If you plan to stay a little longer than the three days of the Chandler Jazz Festival, then the Residence Inn Phoenix Chandler/South is a great choice. The suites all have fully stocked kitchens, and the staff will do grocery shopping for you while you're at the festival. The hotel is also pet friendly.
HOW TO GET THERE
From Tucson: Follow Route 10 northwest until you reach the junction with Route 587 in Sweet Water Village. Take that north until it becomes Route 87. Follow Route 87 into Chandler. Route 87 becomes South Arizona Avenue, and you'll drive right into the park.
From Flagstaff: Take Route 17 south to Phoenix. Get onto Route 10 at the interchange between Route 17 and Route 10. Take Route 10 east. At the interchange with Route 60, take Route 60 east. At the junction with Route 87, proceed south on Route 87, which will become South Arizona Avenue and lead you right to the park.
PARKING
There's no specific parking for the Chandler Jazz Festival. However, there are several parking options nearby. Most of them are free.
TICKETS & PRICING
Admission is free.
WRAP UP
Through RVshare's comprehensive website, renting an RV for your trip to the Chandler Jazz Festival is a great idea. Such an RV rental will give you the chance to sample what life on the road is like and also to spend quality time with your family and friends. You need to prepare for such a trip, however, so be sure to read these tips for a successful road trip.
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