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Give Honor Where it's Due with these Memorial Day Events near Phoenix, AZ!

The summer months are sneaking up on us pretty quickly in the Phoenix area, and the upcoming Memorial Day holiday is evidence of this fact. Memorial Day is a yearly celebration of the men and women who have lost their lives in the defense of our country, and there is always a good mix of solemn remembrances and bring-on-the-summer parties as well. So what would you like to do for Memorial Day in the Phoenix area? Check out this list below, and add your suggestions in the comments below!

Tails Wag for the Best Dog Parks in the Phoenix Area!

There are few warm-weather activities quite as satisfying as taking your dog out to spend time with other like-minded pet-owners at a dog park. It gives your dog a great chance to socialize, lets it exercise, and makes great use of our many Phoenix-area open spaces. But which dog parks are best? Here’s a short list of our favorite dog parks in the Phoenix area, from your friends here at Avondale Nissan!

Enjoy these Mother's Day Events near Phoenix, AZ for 2016!

We’ve reached the point in the spring season to celebrate the dawn of new life — you know, flowers, baby birds, that sort of stuff — and it’s with this in mind that we celebrate people who are even more precious: our mothers. That’s right, Mother’s Day is coming up on May 8th, and many of us are already beginning to gameplan for this special day. So what Mother’s Day Events in the Phoenix area should you be aware of as the day approaches?

Bunny Ears Up for these Easter Egg Hunts and Events near Phoenix AZ!

One of our favorite holidays at Avondale Nissan is coming up, and no, we aren’t referring to the yearly cleanup after St. Patrick’s Day. We’re talking about Easter, which combines several of our favorite things: dressing festively, enjoying the outdoors, and watching a younger generation of kids enjoy themselves. That’s why we’ve gone about the legwork of putting together a list of Easter Egg Hunts and Events near Phoenix, AZ for 2016. Enjoy!

Dwarf Cars and More! The Best Auto Museums in Arizona

For those of us who have spent a life admiring automobiles, there are few greater joys than seeing cars that we could never hope to drive or afford. Arizona has all sorts of distinct automotive pleasures, both near Phoenix and in places more remote. But which are the best of the bunch? Here are a few of the best auto museums you’ll find in Arizona, from your friends here at Avondale Nissan!

Go Green with these St. Patrick's Day Events in the Phoenix Area!

Now that we’re nearly out from under one of the most mild winters on record, we can start filling up our calendar for the months ahead. There will be much to talk about at Avondale Nissan as Spring Training and the summer break approaches, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Today, we’re going to talk about St. Patrick’s Day events near Phoenix, AZ for you to consider as you fill up your March calendar. So grab your daily planner, pick up a red sharpie, and let’s make some plans for the coming days in the Phoenix area, shall we?

Our Top 5 Valentine's Day Events near Phoenix AZ!

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We’re nearing Valentine’s Day here in the Phoenix area, a holiday that appeals to lovers young and old, and whether they’re new to their relationship or as well accustomed to each other’s machinations. So what are you to do to celebrate the most loving day on the calendar? Here are our top 5 Valentine’s Day Events in the Phoenix area to help you and yours feel the love this year.

Get Your Jingle On with These Holiday Events near Phoenix!

To steal a line from Sir Paul McCartney, the party’s on, the feeling’s here, that only comes this time of year. This lyric comes courtesy of the worst Christmas song of all time, the ironically titled, “Wonderful Christmas Time,” and as bad as this song, it puts us in the mood to share some of our favorite holiday events near Phoenix for 2015. Are there any we’ve forgotten? We’d love to hear from you, and add them to our own calendar!