March 25: Swim and Gym Festival

Hubbard Family Swim Schools and The Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics & Dance Center host the 8th annual Swim and Gym Festival. Kids will get to enjoy free gymnastics and dance classes, family swim and water play at Hubbard Family Swim School, as well as karate, face-painting, balloon making, bounce houses, food vendors, local vendors and more.

Details: 3-6 p.m. Saturday, March 25. Kino Plaza, 13832 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix. Free. 602-992-5790, hubbard swim.com or arizonasunrays.com.

French and Arizonan culture are celebrated in this afternoon of interactive experiences and entertainment. Guests may enjoy music, dance, arts-and-crafts from local artists, art stations for families, and native-inspired foods and beverages.

Details: 12-4 p.m. Sunday, March 26. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. Free. 480-499-8587, www.scottsdale performingarts.org.

March 31-April 2: Tempe Festival of the Arts

Celebrating its 30th season, Sunday A’Fair features free outdoor concerts by top Arizona musicians, along with a crafts market, fun activities for children and families, and free docent-led tours of the sculptures in the park. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs or picnic baskets and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of great entertainment. Delicious foods from the grill, snacks and cocktails, beer, wine and soft drinks are also available for purchase.

Details: 12-4 p.m., Sundays through April 2. Scottsdale Civic Center Park, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale. Free. 480-874-4607, scottsdale performingarts.org.

Republic reporters Kerry Lengel, Owen Baldner, Chelsey Heath, Tynin Fries and contributor Alison Stanton contributed to this article.