Concerts, Rodeo and Carnival part of Ak-Chin Indian Community’s Masik Tas Celebration Dec. 13-15

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Carnival will be held at Ak-Chin Circle near the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center, located at 16000 N Maricopa Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85139

Hosted by the Ak-Chin Indian Community, the 2019 Masik Tas Celebration in December has fun events for all.

Ramon Ayala y Sus Bravos del Norte Tickets are $25 per person

On Saturday night, don’t miss Grammy Award winning Ramon Ayala y Sus Bravos del Norte on the main stage starting at 7 p.m.! One of the most recognized and best-selling accordionists, Ayala has recorded more than 113 albums, with record sales of approximately 750,000 units per year. The show happens at Ak-Chin Circle field, just North of the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle — get comfortable and bring blankets or low-back lawn chairs. All ages are welcome to enjoy the show and dance the night away! Refreshment stands will be available. After the show, fireworks will light up the night sky starting at 10 p.m. It’ll be a magnificent night for all!

Rodeo Events Friday 8 am & 4 pm, Saturday at Noon, Sunday at Noon

Tickets are $25 per person, sold online or at the temporary ticket box office located on Ak-Chin Circle Field on Saturday, starting at 10 a.m. (cash only). Ayala performed to a sold-out crowd at the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle in September 2018, so get your tickets early!

All-you-can-ride wristbands are available for just $10

The Masik Tas Carnival will be held December 13-15, with fun for the entire family! Last year, thousands of people came out to enjoy this event. Carnival rides, a fun zone, and a petting zoo add to the day. All-you-can-ride wristbands are available for just $10 daily, cash only. Food vendors are sure to offer delicious items — try a fry bread taco or fry bread with honey and powdered sugar, along with favorites like hamburgers, hot dogs, and fried goodies. Look for lots of sweet treats, too!

Arts and crafts vendors will sell unique items — last year’s wares included clothing, crocheted blankets, Native American paintings, dream catchers, and more.

While at the carnival, you can enjoy great entertainment as well! On Friday night, the main stage features Vaila Entertainment from 6-10 p.m. on Ak-Chin Circle Field. The mini stage offers cultural performances on Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

For late night fun, The Luxe Lounge at UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle is hosting after-hours entertainment on Friday and Saturday night after the Masik Tas festivities. Guests age 21 and older are welcome to go upstairs to the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle to enjoy!

The Masik Tas, or “birthday” celebration, commemorates the Ak-Chin Indian Community’s formal recognition with the U.S. government. Events are open to all. Come on out, have a great time, and learn more about the Ak-Chin Indian Community!

Carolyn Sostrom

Carolyn Sostrom is a long-time Arizona resident who loves desert sunsets, warm weather, Zumba, and the Western lifestyle. She attended Saguaro High School in Scottsdale and then Arizona State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Similarly to the protagonist in *The Devil Wears Prada*, Carolyn moved to New York City right after college. She started working for the fashion magazine company Conde Nast but never transitioned to the dark side. After a few years, she left New York in the rearview mirror and returned to her home state, taking a reporter job at the *Apache Junction Independent*. With over 30 years of freelance writing experience, Carolyn especially enjoys writing about community events and profiling individuals who are making a difference in their communities. She had the pleasure of interviewing a variety of cowboy personalities for an article she wrote for the *Scottsdale Independent* about the history of DC Ranch and its roots as a working ranch. Now, her Western adventures with CLN have her diving into the rugged automotive scene, exploring the trucks and rigs cowboys rely on for work, home, and play, a niche where grit meets horsepower. She works at Raising Special Kids, a nonprofit resource center for families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Carolyn also volunteers with the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix. Carolyn believes that everyone has a story, and she loves connecting with others to hear their stories. She’s dedicated to ethical journalism and accurate reporting, which shines through in her storytelling.