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PHOENIX RACEWAY

7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale, AZ 85323 623-463-5400 · phoenixraceway.com Year Est: 1964 Yearly Attendance: 225,000 Principal(s): Julie Giese, president

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Home to NASCAR Championship Weekend since 2020, Phoenix Raceway has been the premier motorsports venue in the Southwest since 1964 and hosts two NASCAR race weekends each year. In 2022, our season opens March 11-13 and concludes Nov. 4-6 with NASCAR Championship Weekend, which features four championship races in three days for the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and ARCA Menards Series West. Phoenix Raceway also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including corporate meetings, charity events, holiday events, sport and endurance competitions, driving schools, weddings and Segway tours.

COMPANY STRENGTHS: “The fan experience is what sets us apart. The new amenities and up-close access to all the action resulting from our 2018 modernization project has elevated the fan experience at Phoenix Raceway to an unparalleled level across sports and entertainment.” STRENGTH OF STAFF: “Our staff is the hardest working and most attentive in the industry. Our fans know we’re always there to listen and our doors are always open. Everything we do at Phoenix Raceway is for the fans and to enhance the fan experience.” last year 3

1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 480-941-1225 · dbg.org Year Est: 1939 Yearly Attendance: 538,834 Principal(s): Ken Schutz, executive director Specialty: Five thematic trails to explore and inspire; commitment to education, research, and conservation of desert plants of the world

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Verde Canyon Railroad

300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ 86324 800-582-7245 · verdecanyonrr.com Year Est: 1990 Yearly Attendance: 90,000 Principal(s): NA Specialty: Daily, Magical Christmas Journey, Chocolate Lovers, Ales on Rails, Easter Bunny Express, wine-tasting, eagle watch, fall colors

Topgolf

9500 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85256 480-240-2402 · topgolf.com Year Est: 2005 Yearly Attendance: NA Principal(s): Erik Anderson Specialty: Birthdays, first-timers, old pros, fundraisers

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Canyon Speedway Park

9777 W. Carefree Hwy., Peoria, AZ 85383 602-258-7223 · canyonspeedwaypark.com Year Est: 1981 Yearly Attendance: NA Principal(s): Doug Gabbard Specialty: 1/3-mile oval dirt race track; hosts several racing divisions

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Medieval Times

9051 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 480-291-7555 · medievaltimes.com Year Est: 1983 Yearly Attendance: NA Principal(s): Kenneth Kim Specialty: Family-friendly dinner attraction inspired by 11th century feast and tournament with jousting, swordsmanship, four-course banquet

Schnepf Farms

24610 S. Rittenhouse Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85142 480-987-3100 · schnepffarms.com Year Est: 1941 Yearly Attendance: 325,000 Principal(s): Mark and Carrie Schnepf Specialty: Family owned farm with UPICK gardens, peaches, bakery, country store, 3 wedding venues, glamping, farm festivals, agritainment park

Castles N’ Coasters

9445 N. Metro Pkwy. E., Phoenix, AZ 85051 602-997-7575 · castlesncoasters.com Year Est: 1977 Yearly Attendance: NA Principal(s): Darsey Grantham, general manager Specialty: Weekday Replay Monday - Thursday; golf, arcade, bumper boats & go karts open daily at 10AM; all other rides open nightly

Taliesin West (Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation)

12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85259 480-860-2700 · franklloydwright.org/taliesin-west Year Est: 1937 Yearly Attendance: 100,000+ Principal(s): Stuart Graff Specialty: Tours of World Heritage site offered daily (limited summer hours). Performances, lectures, exhibitions offered throughout the year

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Rawhide Western Town & Event Center

5700 W. North Loop Rd., Chandler, AZ 85226 480-502-5600 · rawhide.com Year Est: 1971 Yearly Attendance: NA Principal(s): Gila River Indian Community Specialty: Authentic western ambiance, on-site amenities, and stunt shows; venues for private events; only open to public on signature holidays