Presented by Ace Bailey

Did you know that Hotel Valley Ho was once a Hollywood hideaway? In its heyday, the hotel was host to Bing Crosby, Tony Curtis, Janet Leigh, Natalie Wood, and Zsa Zsa Gabor, among others! Designed by acclaimed architect Edward Varney and Associates, Hotel Valley Ho is considered one of the best-preserved Mid-Century Modern hotels in the country. Explore the hotel’s classic design elements during a 90-minute walking tour of the buildings and grounds with resident historian Ace Bailey.

Ace Bailey has worked in the arts and tourism fields for over 20 years. Prior to establishing Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours she designed and conducted art tours both locally and throughout the Southwest, Seattle, and the Northwest. In 2010, Ace was appointed to the Scottsdale Tourism Development Commission. Currently she hosts the Magical Mystery Tour at the Hotel Valley Ho.

Presented by David “Dr. Skipper” Marley

In honor of Disneyland’s 70 anniversary, Dr. Skipper will take you on a Journey thru the history of some of the park’s rides that have come and gone. Some, like the People Mover, were popular, while others like The Phantom Boats, were gone in a flash. This fun filled journey is a brand new talk from Dr. Skipper and features beautiful photographs, and hilarious stories of why some of these rides that couldn’t stand the test of time. You’ll learn what it was like to work these rides as well as ride them, in a talk that’s guaranteed to be a joke filled trip down memory lane.

David “Dr. Skipper” Marley is a former Jungle Cruise Skipper and teaches history at California State University, Fullerton. His newest book, The Jungle Cruise: The Wild History of Walt's Favorite Ride was published by Belle’s Library Press in 2024. He is the author of the popular Skipper Stories books. He spent over three years at the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland, and 10 years as a stand up comic. Marley is also an artist who makes Disney and Tiki inspired creations.

Presented by Steve Conrad

Get ready to tap your toes with Steve Conrad and pals! In this movement based seminar you will learn dances from the 1940s and 50s when Swing music was Pop music. These partner dances including East Coast Swing, also known as 6-count Lindy Hop, and Collegiate. Traditionally we think of dances paired with Swing music but these same dance steps can be translated to surf rock dancefloor! Let's have fun learning and dancing together. No experience necessary, no partner needed. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Steve Conrad is founder and director of the Arizona Lindy Hop Society and has been teaching dance for over 29 years. He has traveled around the world teaching across the US, Europe, and China. Conrad was featured on ABC's The Bachelorette, HGTV's House Hunters, Arizona Highways TV, and NBC's Little Big Shots: Forever Young. Conrad helped lead a pilot program for teaching ballroom dance to people experiencing homelessness at the Human Services Campus in Phoenix and has used dance as a healing modality for children in the foster care system. In 2021, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego declared April 29th "Steve Conrad Day" for his contribution to dance and the arts in Phoenix.

Curated with Arizona Tiki Oasis in mind — taste the delicious flavors of local products and ingredients! The final lineup will be updated closer to the event. This event is already INCLUDED with the purchase of "Arizona Tiki Oasis Bartender Battle". This event is 21+

Presented by Steve Conrad and Dana Stephenson

Learn to play the ukulele in one day! Steve Conrad and Dana Stephenson help you master the basics of the ukulele in this fun class. During this strum and sing session you will learn chords, strums, and fingerpicking styles for simple songs including surf rock, swing, and rockabilly tunes. Conrad and Stephenson enjoy sharing their love for the ukulele by creating fun and easy-to-follow classes for students of all ages. Beginners are welcome, as well as seasoned players looking to jam. No experience necessary. Free event.

Instructors Steve Conrad and Dana Stephenson have taught at Mesa Arts Center, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Arizona Musicfest, Tiki Oasis, and before performances of Jake Shimabukuro. Steve and Dana are members of the Ukabillies, a ukulele band that performs for Arizona audiences. Most notably the group play at the Rhythm Room each year for an Elvis Presley birthday celebration

The Arizona Tiki Oasis Bartender Battle pits some of the best bartenders in Arizona against each other in a no-holds-barred, head-to-head cocktail throw-down! Sample some of the best, most innovative tropical cocktails while you cheer on your favorite bartending champion. They all may battle, but only ONE can win the title of Arizona Tiki Oasis Bartender Battle Champ 2025! (Note: Flavors of Arizona Event included with this ticket.) This event is 21+