City of Mesa
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Andrea Alicoate
Director of Diversity & Engagement
Hours of Operation
M-Th 7am-6pm
Contact Information
480-644-5034
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Together Mesa
Many communities interweave to give Mesa its vibrancy. People from different races, places of origin, languages, faiths, and identities share the values of work, prosperity, and commitment to making Mesa the thriving, growing metropolis it has become.
"Together Mesa" sprouts from the values of respect and inclusion and blooms into celebrating our diverse heritage, flourishing present, and prosperous future. More than a program, Together Mesa collects and showcases the voices that make up our community, fostering the awareness and understanding that strengthens us as a city.
Art in the Park
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Collaborate with an artist to create an art piece for the new City Hall, leaving your mark on Mesa's history. Free, family-friendly events with arts, crafts, live music and fun at a park near you. November 2023 to March 2024. Check the event schedule. Colabore con un artista para crear una pieza de arte para el nuevo Ayuntamiento y deje su huella en la historia de Mesa. Eventos gratuitos y para toda la familia con manualidades, arte, música en vivo y mucha diversión en un parque cerca de su casa. Noviembre de 2023 a marzo de 2024. Consulte el calendario de eventos. |
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Honorary Street Signs
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To commemorate and honor historical leaders and strengthen the sense of community, the City of Mesa is supporting a community initiative for two honorary street designations: Calle César Chavez and Martin Luther King Jr. Street. Locations and details. Letreros de Calles Honorarios Para conmemorar y honrar figuras de importancia histórica, celebrar la contribución de líderes y fortalecer los lazos comunitarios, la Ciudad de Mesa apoya una iniciativa comunitaria para crear dos denominaciones honorarias de calles: Calle César Chavez and Martin Luther King Jr. Street. Ubicaciones y detalles. |
Mesa-East Valley MLK Celebration Parade and Festival
Every January, Mesa is the site of this annual celebration in partnership with the Mesa-East Valley MLK Committee. An array of schools, bands, neighborhood groups, non-profits, and cultural preservation teams furnish the streets of Downtown Mesa, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy of love, peace, and equity for all. |
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Regional Unity Walk
Cities celebrate our regional unity by contributing to signature events, festivals, performances, and art in a safe, accessible way. |
East Valley Veterans Parade
The East Valley Veterans Parade provides an opportunity for the community to honor, thank and celebrate local veterans, active military, and their families through the streets of Downtown Mesa. |
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Together Mesa Community Learning Series
When we listen to different experiences from our own, we gain a broader perspective of our community. This collection of short videos offers an opportunity to delve into the rich and diverse identities that make up our city.
Click on the image to watch the video playlist
Community Events
Updated on 05/18/2022 1:15 PM
A strong community celebrates what makes each group unique while holding a sense of unity and belonging. Mesa is the proud site of local events, from food festivals to cultural showcases throughout the seasons.