Red, White, & Blue Pass

Expiration: Jan 14th 2027

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary here in Chandler throughout 2026 by signing up for the Red, White, & Blue Pass! This free digital pass features fun activities, programs, exhibits, and events for the community to participate in all year long, accumulate points by checking-in, and redeem prizes.


Included Venues

See locations on an interactive map.

Swim 250 - Nozomi Aquatic Center

Chandler Aquatics invites you to swim, splash, and move your way through a year of themed challenges — all built around the number 250. Track your progress, earn rewards, and try something new each quarter!

Swim 250 - Desert Oasis Aquatic Center

Chandler Aquatics invites you to swim, splash, and move your way through a year of themed challenges — all built around the number 250. Track your progress, earn rewards, and try something new each quarter!

Swim 250 - Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center

Chandler Aquatics invites you to swim, splash, and move your way through a year of themed challenges — all built around the number 250. Track your progress, earn rewards, and try something new each quarter!

America 250: Fun Flag Facts

June 5 to December 31, 2026

Have you ever heard of the Cowpens Flag? Did you know Flag Code states the flag should come down at sunset, or be lit at night? Check out some fun flag facts—you might be surprised what you learn!

Swim 250 - Hamilton Aquatic Center

Chandler Aquatics invites you to swim, splash, and move your way through a year of themed challenges — all built around the number 250. Track your progress, earn rewards, and try something new each quarter!

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #1

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the beginnings of America's flag history.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #2 & #3

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 2 and 3 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #4 & #5

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 4 and 5 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #6 & #7

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 6 and 7 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #8 & #9

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 8 and 9 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #10 & #11

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 10 and 11 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #12 & #13

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 12 and 13 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #14 & #15

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 14 and 15 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #16 & #17

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 16 and 17 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #18 & #19

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 18 and 19 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #20 & #21

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 20 and 21 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #22 & #23

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 22 and 23 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #24 & #25

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 24 and 25 in the series.

27 Flags Exhibit: Flag #26 & #27

February 14 – June 8
July 7 – November 5

Discover the journey of America's flag history - flags 26 and 27 in the series.

Words of Gratitude

October 1 - 14, 2026

Show your gratitude for those who served! Between October 1-13, write a heartfelt postcard to thank our military members for their service. Drop off all completed postcards at the Tumbleweed Recreation Center by October 14.

Our Stories: Arizona's Ark of Taste Foods

October 24, 2026 - 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Chef and Cultural Anthropologist Amber Sampson brings you on a journey of taste around Arizona's heritage food history. Sampson will talk about "Arizona's Ark of Taste," a living catalog of foods facing extinction, including the local, heritage, and native foods that are unique to Arizona's food history.

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Nature of Things: Adaptive Planet- Life at the Extremes

November 2, 2026 - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

From Arizona's scorching Sonoran Desert to the frozen Arctic, some of Earth’s harshest environments demand extraordinary survival strategies. Former National Park ranger Steve Elnglehardt will explore how plants and animals in these vastly different regions have evolved in surprisingly similar ways to endure extreme heat, bitter cold, scarce water, and challenging conditions.

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30th Annual Golf Challenge

November 6, 2026 - 12:30 pm

For 30 years, the Chandler Golf Challenge has brough together men and women from our community for a great day of golf that, in turn, improves educational and recreational opportunities for hundreds of people with disabilities. This year, step into the red, white, and blue theme to celebrate America's 250th birthday! Registration is required. Register here!

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Our Stories: Western Warbirds- The History of Military Aviation in Arizona

November 14, 2026 - 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Ryan Reeves joins us to talk about the history of military aviation in Arizona during the 20th century. As part of the America 250 celebration, we'll focus on the important role that Arizona has played in establishing military airfields and bases to train future pilots. Arizona became a flying powerhouse during WWII, and has continued to grow into the global center for aviation it is today.

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