Staff Report / Maricopalocal.org

**Copa Cultural Night Market Brings Music, Art, and Community to Maricopa**

The City of Maricopa, Arizona, hosted its annual Copa Cultural Night Market, celebrating culture, creativity, and community. The event featured electrifying performances, remarkable art displays, and a variety of delicious food offerings.

Attendees came together to enjoy live entertainment and support local vendors, with performances and artwork reflecting Maricopa's vibrant cultural diversity. The event highlighted collaboration within the community, with participants expressing appreciation for the opportunities it provided to connect and celebrate together.

The city thanked everyone who contributed to the success of the event, including performers, vendors, and event organizers. Special recognition was given to event sponsors, Explore Pinal County and Leading Edge Academy, for their support in making the night possible.

Residents are invited to relive memories of the night through a video compilation released by the city, showcasing highlights of the celebration.

Source: City of Maricopa, Arizona

Source Type: Gov

Source Location: Maricopa

Casa Grande, AZ

39700 W Civic Center Plz, Maricopa, AZ

https://www.facebook.com/753613650140954/videos/622652577168941

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MARICOPA, Ariz. — The Greater Maricopa Business Alliance will host its annual awards night Feb. 28 at Global Water Resources in Maricopa, with a 6 to 10 p.m. program and a VIP hour from 5 to 6 p.m. that will include trivia, a photo booth, an auction and awards, and sponsors including SRP, Orbitel Communications, Kramer Media, Casa Grande Valley Newspapers Inc., Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sun Corridor, Roof Geeks, Adobe Blinds and More, and PinalCentral; registration is available online.

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