Updated 3/7/17 10:09 am — Corrections marked with highlight.

The following is a collection of upcoming events in March to keep River Scene Magazine readers active and entertained while making some priceless memories with family and friends. If you have an upcoming event, please add it to River Scene Magazine’s event calendar by following this link: http://riverscenemagazine.com/lake-havasu-city-submit-special-event/

FRIDAY, MARCH 3

9^th annual Bluegrass on the Beach Music Festival

The event is 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 3-4; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Lake Havasu State Park’s Windsor 4. There are jam sessions on and off stage so bring your favorite instrument if you feel like picking along. Event includes workshops, crafts, and a kid’s zone. Tickets $20/adults and 10/teens 13-17. www.bluegrassonthebeach.com.

Inaugural Pickleball Tournament

The event is 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 3-5, at Dick Samp Park’s newly opened pickle ball courts. Men’s doubles are Friday; Women’s doubles are Saturday, and Mixed doubles are Sunday. Spectatorship is free. www.lakehavasupickleball.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 4

National Quilt Day/Havasu Stitchers

The event is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, at Quality Inn & Suites. The large quilt display includes lessons about history and varied quilting techniques. Admission is a canned-good donation. www.havasustitchers.com.

American Legion Riders Annual Poker Run

The event is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 4. It begins at the American Legion Post 81, in Havasu. The all-wheels event is for cars, trucks, bikes and trikes. The five stops include Desert Thunder Motorcycle Shop, R Bar & Grill, London Bridge Harley-Davidson, Topock 66, VFW Golden Shores, and a mystery stop. Admission is $15/rider and $10/passenger. www.azlegion-post81.org.

Arizona Walk MS 2017 – Lake Havasu City

The event is 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 4, on the Island Trail. The starting line is at Beachcomber and McCulloch boulevards. The trail is a 3.6-mile loop. Admission is free but fundraising efforts are appreciated. www.walkmsarizona.org.

Philanthropic Educational Organization’s Fashion Show & Luncheon

The event begins at 10:30 a.m., lunch is at 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, March 4. Advanced-ticket purchase is $20. www.peointernational.org.

Lake Havasu Brews & Brats Festival

The event is noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, at Springberg-McAndrew Park. It features top brews in the tristate area. Admission is $25/person. Proceeds benefit Lake Havasu K12 Foundation, Western Arizona Humane Society and The Norona Effect.  www.lakehavasubrewsandbrats.com.

Havasu 95 Speedway “Stock Car Showdown” Race Season 2016-17
Gates open at noon, racing starts at 2 p.m., on Saturday, March 4, at SARA Park’s Havasu 95 Speedway. For more information, call Shelly Keirns, 928-230-5215. www.havasu95speedway.com.

Western Arizona Humane Society Woof, Wag & Wine Event

The event is 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, at London Bridge Resort Convention Center. Tickets are $30/person. www.westernarizonahumane.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 5

5^th annual “The Car Door Show”

The event is 4-8 p.m. on Sunday, March 5, at the SARA Park Rodeo Grounds. The fundraiser-auction is hosted by Otterbach and the K12 Foundation. Proceeds benefit Havasu for Youth and the Allied Arts Council. Admission is $10; youth 12-years-old and younger admitted free. Artist entry fee is $10.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8

Queen’s Tea

The event is 3-4p.m. Wednesdays at London Bridge Resort. Learn about the history of tea and the London Bridge while enjoying a variety of hot teach, scones with clotted cream and jam, wafer cookies and cheesecakes. Cost is $10 per person.

Women & Wine

The event is 4-9 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, at Pennington’s Pub. It is hosted by, and benefits, Women with Willpower.

FRIDAY, MARCH 10

World Off-Road Championship Series: Motorcycle Weekend

The event is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 10-12. Admission is $10/day and $20/weekend pass for adults; Youth 12 and younger $10/day and $15 weekend pass. www.worcsracing.org.

Grace Arts LIVE presents “The Sound of Music”

Performances begin Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 10-12, and continue March 17-19, and March 24-26. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is $25/adult, and $12/children younger than 17. www.graceartslive.com.

Sock Hop & Car Show

The event is 4-10 p.m. on Friday, March 10, at The Refuge Golf Course & Country Club. The fundraiser includes a dance contest, best 50’s attire contest, raffles and auctions. Tickets $20/person and are available at R Bar, Kitchen & Bath Concepts and Havasu Community Health Foundation. The event is hosted by Lake Havasu Parrot Head Club and HCH. www.havasucommunityhealth.org.

Knights of Columbus Council 6442 Fish Fry

The event is 4-7 p.m. on Fridays through April 7 at 186 London Bridge Rd., off the swap meet parking lot. Cost is $8 donation.0

SATURDAY, MARCH 11

Soroptimist Street Scramble & Scavenger Hunt

The event is 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, on the patio area of Heat Hotel. Tickets are $25 the day of the event and $20 until March 10. www.soroptimiststreetscramble.webs.com.

One Summer Night Cruisers Unity Run & Show

The event begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 11, at Rotary Community Park ball fields. Vehicle pre-registration is $20. It’s open to all vehicles, all years, side-by-sides, ATVs and motorcycles. Spectators admitted for free. www.onesummernighthavasu.,net/upcoming-events.

Prospecting in Mohave County

Learn about recreational prospecting from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 11, at Mohave County Library – Lake Havasu Room A/B. The program is hosted by the Mohave Prospectors Association.

11^th annual Geocache Desert Bash

The event is 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, at Cattail Cove State Park, located 15 miles south of Havasu on State Route 95. It is a treasure hunt using handheld GPS devices alongside music, a cactus walk, presentation, and food. Admission is free.

Havasu Art Guild 38^th annual “Art at the Lake” Spring Show

The event showcases regional artists. It is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 12, at the Lake Havasu City Aquatic Center. Admission is free. www.havasuartguild.com.

Big Boys Toys on Main

The event is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, at Havasu’s downtown district. There will be hot rods, motorcycles, trucks, boats, ATVs, UTVs, sand rails, rock crawlers, drag cars and other unusual vehicles. Admission is free.

 

Hobie-McCulloch Cup

The regatta is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, March 11-12, at Lake Havasu State Park’s Windsor 4. Races will commence in the Lake’s north basin. Spectator admission is $3. www.lhyc.net.

Havasu 95 Speedway “March Madness Racing” Race Season 2016-17

Gates open at 4 p.m., racing starts at 6 p.m., on Saturday, March 11, at SARA Park’s Havasu 95 Speedway. For more information, call Shelly Keirns, 928-230-5215. www.havasu95speedway.com.

8^th annual Denise’s Day (Fight Against Cancer)

The event is 4-10 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, at Springberg-McAndrew Park. Live entertainment provided by Matt Farris and other special guests. Bring chairs and blankets for seating. Advance-purchase tickets are $10, available at Printing Plus, in Havasu. They’re $15 at the gate. www.denisesdaylhc.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 12

Havasu Realtor Olympics: Bocce Ball & Volleyball

The event is noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 12, at Rotary Community Park. Admission of bocce ball, or volleyball, is $10/person. It is 4-5 person teams. Call 928-302-5823 (bocce ball); and 928-208-3808 (volleyball).

Lake Havasu Community Choir Spring Concert

Show times are 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 12, at Lake Havasu High School’s Performing Arts Center. The theme is “Malt Shop Memories”. Admission is $12/adults and $5/students. Advanced purchase ticket discounts available. www.lakehavasucommunitychoir.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 13

LHHS Water Walk

The event is 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 13, at the Lake Havasu High School track. Teams walk laps simulating the experience of walking to fetch water. The event raises awareness about world issues pertaining to the scarcity of water.

TUESDAY, MARCH 14

Tom Mix: King of The Cowboys

Step back into movie history with this program hosted by the Lake Havasu Museum of History at ASU Colleges at Lake Havasu City. The program is at 7 p.m. in the ASU gymnasium. There will be a wine and cheese reception for museum members in the gym from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15

Queen’s Tea

The event is 3-4p.m. Wednesdays at London Bridge Resort. Learn about the history of tea and the London Bridge while enjoying a variety of hot teach, scones with clotted cream and jam, wafer cookies and cheesecakes. Cost is $10 per person.

Lake Havasu Concert Assoc. presents Kubecca in The Ultimate Music Odyssey

Show time is 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, at Lake Havasu High School Performing Art Center. Tickets are $25/adults; students with ID and children admitted for free.

THURSDAY, MARCH 16

Gigantic Bunco Party for Charity

The event begins 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 16, at the Aquatic Center. Buy in is $8. Event is hosted by Western Welcome of Arizona.

Havasu Realtor Olympics: Bingo

Game starts at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 16, at the Realtor Convention Center. Admission is $12/person. Contact Michelle, 928-486-1401.

FRIDAY, MARCH 17

World Off-Road Championship Series: ATV/SXS Weekend

The event is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 17-19. Admission is $10/day and $20/weekend pass for adults; Youth 12 and younger $10/day and $15 weekend pass. www.worcsracing.org

Knights of Columbus Council 6442 Fish Fry

The event is 4-7 p.m. on Fridays through April 7 at 186 London Bridge Rd., off the swap meet parking lot. Cost is $8 donation.

ASU Criminal Justice Club Spring Break Kick Off Dance, Ages 12-14

The event is 6-9 p.m. on Friday, March 17, at the ASU Havasu Daytona Gymnasium. Pre-sale tickets are $5. Call Kimberly 928-854-9752. Admission is $10 at the door.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations (various)

Flying X Saloon is celebrating with an outdoor beer garden, corned beef and cabbage, Irish nachos, and green beer on request from 1 p.m. to close. www.flyingxsaloon.com.

Mudshark Brewery is celebrating 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. with food stations, Cornhole games, and a beer truck. www.mudsharkrestaurant.com.

Grace Arts LIVE presents “The Sound of Music”

Performances continue Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 17-19, and March 24-26. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is $25/adult, and $12/children younger than 17. www.graceartslive.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 18

9^th annual Crossroads Auto & Bike Show

The event is 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, at Havasu 95 Speedway. Admission is free. www.calvarybaptistlhc.com.

Havasu Triathlon & Toughman Half Arizona at Lake Havasu

The event begins 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 18, at Lake Havasu State Park’s Windsor 4. It is a competitive swimming, biking, and running. Pre-registration is required. For more information, visit www.tucsonracing.com.

Spring into Health

The event is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, at SARA Park Rodeo Grounds during this day of fitness. Activities include a 4-mile run/walk, bike racing, hiking, Zumba, CrossFit demo, and yoga throughout the day. Admission is $25/person, $10 for youth 5-14 years; and $5 for non-participants. www.havasucommunityhealth.org.

Family Lego Club

The monthly event is 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month through September, at Mohave County Library – Lake Havasu.

Havasu Landing Resort & Casino Boat Races

The event begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, March 18-19, at Havasu Landing Resort & Casino. It centers on high-performance boat racing along the California shores of Lake Havasu. Admission is free to spectators.

Party in the Park with Celebrate Recovery

The event is 2-6 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, at Springberg-McAndrew Park. Live entertainment. Free admission.

Lake Havasu Concert of the Year: AbbaFab & Roger’s Tribute to Tom Jones

Show time is 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, at Lake Havasu City’s Aquatic Center. Admission is $20/person.

Beach Bash Music Festival

Celebrate Spring Break! The event is 2-7 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, at Kokomo – Beach, Surf & Party Bar at London Bridge Resort. Admission is $29.99/person. Email info@londonbridgeresort.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 21

Havasu Realtor Olympics: Bunco

The game begins at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21, at the Realtor Convention Center, in Havasu. Admission is $10/person. Contact Melissa, 928-208-3799.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22

Queen’s Tea

The event is 3-4p.m. Wednesdays at London Bridge Resort. Learn about the history of tea and the London Bridge while enjoying a variety of hot teach, scones with clotted cream and jam, wafer cookies and cheesecakes. Cost is $10 per person.

FRIDAY, MARCH 24

Knights of Columbus Council 6442 Fish Fry

The event is 4-7 p.m. on Fridays through April 7 at 186 London Bridge Rd., off the swap meet parking lot. Cost is $8 donation.

Grace Arts LIVE presents “The Sound of Music”

Performances continue 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24-26. Admission is $25/adult, and $12/children younger than 17. www.graceartslive.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

Bob’s Birthday Breakfast

A pancake breakfast to celebrate the 106^th birthday of Robert P. McCulloch, the founder of Lake Havasu City, is planned for March 26. Although McCulloch’s birthday is actually in May, he shouldn’t mind celebrating during a cooler time of the year.

The breakfast is from 7-10 a.m. at the Lake Havasu Museum of History, 320 London Bridge Road. Donations will be accepted to cover breakfast. In addition to pancakes, there will be cake and trivia. Admission to the museum is free during the breakfast.

Havasu Armored Combat League U.S. Nationals

The event is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 25; and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 26, at Rotary Community Park. Admission is $10/adults; $5/youth 12 and younger; 4 and younger admitted free. www.londonbridgerenfaire.com.

AMX Arizona Motocross Championship Series

The event features daring feats on dirt bikes. Practice starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 25, and races begin 9 a.m. on Sunday, March 26, at SARA Park’s Motocross Park. For admission and participation pricing, visit www.928mx.com.

Havasu Realtor Olympics: Ron La Rue Pistol Competition

The event begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 25, at Lake Havasu City Sportsman Club at SARA Park. Admission is $10/shooter; or $50/per 5-member team. Contact Aaron, 928-486-9997.

Beach Bash Music Festival

Celebrate Spring Break! The event is 2-7 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, at Kokomo – Beach, Surf & Party Bar at London Bridge Resort. Admission is $29.99/person. Email info@londonbridgeresort.com.

Havasu 95 Speedway “Racing with Spring Fever” Race Season 2016-17

Gates open at 4 p.m., racing starts at 6 p.m., on Saturday, March 25, at SARA Park’s Havasu 95 Speedway. For more information, call Shelly Keirns, 928-230-5215. www.havasu95speedway.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29

Queen’s Tea

The event is 3-4p.m. Wednesdays at London Bridge Resort. Learn about the history of tea and the London Bridge while enjoying a variety of hot teach, scones with clotted cream and jam, wafer cookies and cheesecakes. Cost is $10 per person.

Lake Havasu Concert Association presents The Equinox Little Big Band

Show begins 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29, at Lake Havasu High School Performing Arts Center. Admission is $25/adults; students with ID and kids admitted free.

THURSDAY, MARCH 30

Boot Scootin’ Boogie Days & 4^th annual Exceptional Rodeo

The 3-day event begins at 6 p.m. talent show on Thursday, March 30, at SARA Park Rodeo Grounds. Friday, March 31, is the hoe down dance and dinner, which begins at 6 p.m.; and Saturday, April, 1, is the rodeo and spring fair. Admission is free. Parking $2/vehicle. www.hoofbeatsfromheaven.org.

FRIDAY, MARCH 31

35^th annual Home Show

The 3-day event is 3-7p.m. on Friday, March 31; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 1; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 2, at Lake Havasu City Aquatic Center. Admission is free.

Knights of Columbus Council 6442 Fish Fry

The event is 4-7 p.m. on Fridays through April 7 at 186 London Bridge Rd., off the swap meet parking lot. Cost is $8 donation.