Staff Report /

**Copa Cultural Night Market Returns This Saturday**

Maricopa’s highly anticipated annual event, the Copa Cultural Night Market, is set to take place this Saturday, February 22, at Copper Sky Park. Running from 5 PM to 9 PM, the event celebrates diversity and the arts in the local community.

Among the highlights of the evening is a special performance by the talented youth cast of *The Little Prince*, presented by the Maricopa Community Theatre. The production will take place on the cultural stage during the event.

Organized by Leading Edge Academy and Explore Pinal County, the evening invites attendees to enjoy a wide variety of cultural performances, local vendors, and the vibrant atmosphere of Maricopa’s night market.

This family-friendly event is free to the public and is open to all. Be sure to stop by Copper Sky Park this Saturday to experience everything the Copa Cultural Night Market has to offer!

Source: Maricopa Community Theatre

Source Type: Arts

Source Location:

Casa Grande, AZ

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