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12 things to do this weekend in metro Phoenix: March 11-13

Are you looking for things to do this weekend? Check out these 12 events and send us pictures tagged #BeOn12 if you go.

PHOENIX - Are you looking for things to do this weekend? Check out these 12 events and send us pictures tagged #BeOn12 if you go.

You can go Amazing Arizona Comicon, Food Truck Friday or go to a festival or two! If you have anything to add this week or in the future, follow and tweet @_anareynolds.

Friday, March 11

Spring Training games

Head out to the baseball stadiums and enjoy some spring baseball this weekend and almost every day until the end of March. Watch the hometown Diamondbacks or enjoy other games across the Valley. Tickets are as low as $8. For more info, go to cactusleague.com.

McDowell Mountain Music Festival 2016

Head out to Margaret T. Hance Park in downtown Phoenix to enjoy some great music. The three-day outdoor event will feature a variety of bands and hundreds of people. It kicks off Friday at 3 p.m. and goes until Sunday at 11 p.m. The weekend is filled with artists like Beck, Kid Cudi, The Avett Brothers and Porter Robinson. Get ready to jam out with these artists and other bands at the annual festival. Tickets range from $60 to $90. For more information go to mmmf.com.

Tempe Marketplace concert

Looking to start your weekend with a concert? Head to Tempe Marketplace on Friday night to see an Alice Cooper Tribute Band: Scott Rowe's Alice Cooper Tribute. It's sure to be a party, and it's free! For more information go to tempemarketplace.com/events/live-music.

Arizona Fine Art Expo

This tent show, going on for 10 weeks, features artists from across the globe that create original, one-of-a-kind pieces for sale in 120 studios. People have the chance to meet artists, watch them in action and learn about their inspiration and techniques.The event is wheelchair accessible and there are special free art classes for veterans and more. It goes from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and a season pass for the event is $10. It goes until April 3. For more information got to arizonafineartexpo.com.

Saturday, March 12

Ostrich Festival

Visit Tumbleweed Park this weekend for the 2015 Ostrich Festival where you can experience Ostrich races, music and unique food, like an Ostrich burger. The festival features a petting zoo and more than 50 rides and performances. Tickets for adults are $10 and for seniors and children ages 5-12 are $7. Any kid under 4 can get in for free. For more information visit ostrichfestival.com.

2016 Phoenix St. Patrick's Day Parade Day and Faire

The 33rd annual Phoenix St. Patrick's Day Parade & Faire for a day filled with music, family fun, cultural activities and more! There will be Irish music, step dancing, bagpipers, food and beverages, genealogy and more. The parade starts at 10 a.m. at Third Street and Sheridan and the faire runs from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Hance Park. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and military and children 12 and under are free. Free parking is also available. For more information go to their Facebook page.

Arizona Craft Beer Relay

Head to the WeKoPa Resort this weekend and partake in the Arizona Craft Beer Relay. The four-person relay is 5K-ish and will test people's will and their palate as they race through obstacles and compete in team games. You can win prizes and get to sample some of the best craft beers in Arizona! It goes from noon-8 p.m. in Scottsdale. Go to craftbeerrelayphoenix.eventbrite.com for more information.

46th annual Scottsdale Arts Festival

Celebrate this weekend at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Civic Center Park. The Scottsdale Arts Festival is happening and will be full of live music, food trucks, fun activities for kids and more. The festival goes from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and until 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information go to scottsdaleartsfestival.org.

Southwest Maker Fest

This one-day festival in downtown Mesa features workshops, vendors, food and interactive activities. The event tries to bring together a community of makers to share ideas and stimulate creativity. It's free and is sure to be a blast! For more information go to southwestmakerfest.com.

Sunday, March 13

Arizona Renaissance Festival

The Arizona Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park full of adventure. Folks can see a variety of shows and performances on the 13-stage theater, visit the arts and crafts fair, see knights joust it out in a jousting tournament and of course, feast on all of the delicious food. Be sure to also check out the newest attraction: Sea Fairies. Go see live mermaids swimming around! For tickets and more information go to royalfaires.com/arizona.

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Arizona Wild West Fest at the Horny Toad

Head to the Arizona Wild West Festival this weekend to take part in the largest western and music festival in Cave Creek. This safe, family-friendly event will be full of activities, gunslingers, demonstrations and more. It runs all weekend long, and on Sunday events start at 9 a.m. For more information go to wildwesternfestival.com.

Arizona Aloha Festival

Pretend you're in Hawaii for a day and go to the Arizona Aloha Festival in Tempe. The free Hawaiian celebration will include Hawaiian food, an Island Marketplace, performers and more. It runs from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Tempe Beach Park. For more information go to azalohafest.org.

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