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District 4 Historic Neighborhoods invite you to participate in the moderated Candidate Forum for constituents to learn where the candidates stand on the issues that matter most to our neighborhoods—from public safety and transportation to housing, parks, historic preservation, and the future of District 4.

PRESENTED BY A COALITION OF PHOENIX NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS

Hosted by: Hance Park Conservancy & City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department

Join us for Friends of Hance Park: Community Day as we come together to care for, clean up, and spruce up Hance Park!

Volunteers will help with park clean-up and beautification projects throughout the morning. We’ll wrap up with a hosted brunch (food,coffee, and N/A refreshments) for the first 30 RSVP’s at Found:RE Phoenix for conversation and a chance to celebrate our shared efforts. Brunch is supported by our friends at Match Market & Bar.

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors—and help us make Hance Park shine!
Come be part of the Friends of Hance Park community!

Join us for our quarterly Midtown Neighborhood Clean-Up, bringing neighbors, volunteers, and local partners together to keep our community vibrant, welcoming, and beautiful.

🗓️2026 Clean-Up Dates

• January 31

• April 25

• October 24

👥 Volunteers Needed: 20–25 per event

Great for individuals, families, and groups! All supplies will be provided.

📍 Location: Midtown Neighborhood

Cleanup coverage area: 3rd Avenue to 3rd Street, between McDowell and Thomas. Exact meetup location provided after registration. Register here.

Help us build a cleaner, stronger Midtown—together—in honor and continuation of the tradition started by Midtown Neighborhood Association community champion Margaret Dietrich.

Need to know

Please plan to wear closed-toe shoes as well as sunscreen! We will meet promptly at 9:00 a.m. Instructions, gloves, and garbage bags will be provided after check-in. Don’t forget to bring water with you in order to stay hydrated. If you have any questions about the event, please contact Kathey Wagner, kathey@b-ontheobvious.com.

Presented by
Clayco and Arizona Center

Noche en Blanco is a community celebration of Hance Park, where guests are encouraged to dress in white costume or cocktail attire, enjoy live multicultural entertainment and a community picnic dinner under the stars. 

CELEBRATE WITH US
On Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 5–10 p.m., community leaders, supporters, and friends of Hance Park will gather beneath the stars in the heart of downtown Phoenix for a sparkling evening celebrating our park, our community, and the collective impact of those who make its continued success possible.

Produced in partnership with the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department, Noche en Blanco has become one of Phoenix’s most anticipated events. The evening brings together an elevated picnic experience, entertainment, dancing, and meaningful connections—all supporting Hance Park Conservancy’s mission to advocate for, steward, and activate Margaret T. Hance Park as a vibrant gathering place for our community.

Why 2026 is especially significant:

• A Sweet 16 Milestone – Hance Park Conservancy is celebrating a "sweet" 16 years of advocacy, stewardship, and community building around Margaret T. Hance Park.

• An Elevated Event – Noche en Blanco continues to grow as one of Phoenix's premier fundraising events, highlighted this year by new partnerships with Gallo as our official wine partner and Heritage Hospitality as our featured picnic culinary partner.

• Investing in the Future – Hance Park Conservancy is strengthening its organizational capacity to expand year-round programming and stewardship of Margaret T. Hance Park.

A Sparkling Celebration of Community

Inspired by the iconic “dîner en blanc” tradition that began in Paris in 1988, Noche en Blanco invites guests to don their best white cocktail or costume attire and gather for a stunning outdoor dinner party on the lush East Lawn at Hance Park. The space will transform into a sea of white-linen tables, twinkling lights, and multicultural performances celebrating Phoenix’s diverse artistic community.

Guests may purchase a sponsorship or table for eight and are encouraged to personalize their tables with festive centerpieces for a chance to compete for “Best Table” prizes.

Cost

Sponsorships start at $900 and include curated picnic experiences
Table for 8 - $250
Gourmet Picnic for 2 (vegetarian option available) - $60

This is a 21+ Event

All alcohol must be purchased in advance through our website or at the event. Outside alcohol is not permitted inside the event space.