With its five stages of continuous entertainment, the Festival of the West is quickly becoming one of Arizona’s biggest Country and Western events. Held annually in Chandler, this extravaganza features the best in Country music as well as a Celebrity Stage, where visitors can learn about life in the Old West, the art of yodeling, the evolution of the Cowboy and the origins of Cowboy Poetry.

Not all gated neighborhoods include resort-style recreational facilities. Most have a community pool and clubhouse but others may not. Some smaller developments offer no more than a playground for the kids or a natural open area where residents can walk their dog.