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Extreme Heat Prompts Changes to Marana's Founders’ Day Events

Published on March 18, 2026

The Town of Marana is taking extra precautions to keep the community safe during the Founders’ Day Parade and Festivities on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

Marana’s New Parks and Recreation Director Focused on the Future

Published on February 25, 2026

Four months into his role as Parks and Recreation Director, Wayne Barnett is already helping shape the next chapter of recreation in the Town of Marana. “We have such a strong, talented, and dedicated Parks and Recreation team. I feel fortunate and honored to serve as their leader,” said Parks and Recreation Director Wayne Barnett.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

Celebrate Marana’s Founders’ Day with a Country Jamboree

Published on February 19, 2026

Marana’s "Biggest Little Parade in Arizona" is getting a Country Jamboree twist as the annual Founders’ Day Parade & Festivities return to the Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 10:00AM - 3:00PM.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

Concerts in the Courtyard Announces 2026 Spring Season

Published on February 02, 2026

The Town of Marana’s Concerts in the Courtyard series returns for the Spring half of the 25-26 season with free family fun and music at the Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

PHOTO RECAP: Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting in Marana

Published on December 09, 2025

Thank you for joining us at the Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting on December 6, 2025, at the Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex!
We hope you had a wonderful time celebrating the season with us.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

Lights, Music and Magic: Marana’s Holiday Festival Returns December 6

Published on November 06, 2025

The Town of Marana invites the community to make merry memories this festive season at the annual Holiday Festival & Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, from 2 to 9 p.m. at the Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex. Guests are encouraged to bring a one can of food or one non-perishable food item for the Marana Food Bank.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

PHOTO GALLERY: Marana's Fourth Annual Halloween Treat Trail

Published on October 23, 2025

Thank you for joining us for the Town of Marana's fourth annual Halloween Treat Trail.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

PHOTO HIGHLIGHTS: Town of Marana's Fall Festival 2025

Published on October 22, 2025

The Town of Marana celebrated its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Heritage River Park. The community came together to enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, activities, and a night of community fun under the stars. Please enjoy these photo highlights from the event!

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

Town of Marana Recognizes Jim Conroy for Service and Leadership

Published on October 08, 2025

The Town of Marana is honoring the outstanding leadership of Jim Conroy, who has served as Director of Marana Parks and Recreation since October 2017. Conroy is retiring on October 10, 2025, after a long career in public service which includes the past eight years with the Town of Marana.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

Town of Marana Recognizes Tammy Burchett for 24 Years of Service

Published on October 02, 2025

Marana Parks and Recreation Programmer Tammy Burchett is retiring after more than two decades of dedicated service to the Town of Marana.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation

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