2024_Chandler Official Visitors Guide

Farmers Markets
For farm fresh produce, locally produced meats & cheeses, and gourmet food items,
there’s nowhere better to shop than your local Chandler farmers markets. Home chefs
and foodies will love perusing the Downtown Chandler Farmers Market, the Downtown
Ocotillo Farmers Market and Greenhouse Gardens weekly markets for their next favorite
ingredient or artisan food product.
Merchant Square Antique Marketplace
A retail haven for antique lovers, and anyone who enjoys unique items or vintage
collectibles, Merchant Square is the place to be. With 250 different merchants in a
58,000-square-foot space, it’s the largest boutique marketplace for antiques in the
state—and a great place to find one-of-a-kind home furnishings, gifts, jewelry and
vintage toys.
Each month, Merchant Square hosts the Highland Yard Vintage Market, a highly
anticipated four-day shopping event with more than 50 different vendors selling
handmade, locally produced or vintage items.
Downtown Chandler
Farmers Markets
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SCHEELS
Located at Chandler
Fashion Center, the
newly opened and highly
anticipated SCHEELS store
is a destination like no other.
Spanning 250,000 square
feet, the sports retailer
brings together an amazing
selection of sporting goods,
outdoor gear, apparel
and more, available at 75
specialty shops.
Making it a true destination,
SCHEELS also offers a
variety of fun, family-friendly
attractions, including a
45-foot-high indoor Ferris
wheel, a 16,000-gallon
saltwater aquarium, a wildlife
mountain and Fuzziwig’s
Candy Shop. Shoppers also
can enjoy arcade games
and sports simulators, and a
specialty café serving soups,
sandwiches, homemade
fudge and specialty coffee.
CHANDLER’S VIBRANT
ART SCENE
Chandler has emerged as a hidden gem for art and culture enthusiasts, offering a diverse array of artistic
experiences that cater to all tastes and interests. Whether you’re a passionate art connoisseur or simply
looking to immerse yourself in the local creative energy, here are a few must-visit spots to discover.
Chandler Museum
Discover the captivating story of Chandler’s history
at this renowned museum, where you’ll journey
through time and delve into the rich heritage
and culture that define the city. From the earliest
Native American inhabitants to the pioneering
spirit of the early settlers, the museum’s exhibits
showcase unique art and artifacts that symbolize
the pivotal moments that shaped the community.
Beyond regional exhibits, visitors also can attend
rotating national exhibits and special events, enroll
in educational programs, participate in hands-on
workshops and listen to insightful speakers on the
culture and history of the city.
The Gallery at CCA
Chandler Museum
Art Galleries
Immerse yourself in a world of artistic
inspiration at the City of Chandler’s art
galleries.
Showcasing the work of talented
local and regional artists, the galleries
display works across various styles and
mediums, from stunning paintings and
sculptures to captivating photography
and mixed-media installations. The
Vision Gallery also hosts a variety of
art-related events, including artist
receptions, hands-on workshops and
interactive experiences.
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