Thank you, Joyce Wiley of the Kingman Office of Tourism for this information. The first month of summer is shping up to be very busy in Kingman, Arizona, the heart of historic Route 66.

June 7, 13, 14 – How I Became A Pirate – Kingman Center for the Arts and Beale Street Youth Theater are excited to announce this year’s student directed production led by Education Director Sidney Valdez: How I Became A Pirate. Braid Beard and his mates enlist young Jeremy Jacob, as they try to find the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Jeremy finds that adventuring can be lots of fun, but also learns that love and home are treasures you can’t find on any map! The whole family will love this delightful and swashbuckling musical adventure! There are six performances scheduled for the following times at Lee Williams High School (400 Grandview Ave, Kingman): Friday June 6th at 7pm, Saturday June 7th at 1pm and 7pm, Friday June 13th at 7pm, Saturday June 14th at 1pm and 7pm. For more information, please contact Beale Street Youth Theater at 928-897-3092 or email us at education@bealestreettheater.com.

June 7, 14, 21, 28 – Kingman’s Market in the Park – Join us for Kingman’s Market in the Park! Located at Lewis Kingman Park, 2201 E Andy Devine Ave. Here you’ll find an array of products including baked goods, local produce, clothing, hand-made arts & crafts, and so much more! 8am to 12pm.

June 7 – DePuy Auction – One day auction at the Mohave County Fairgrounds. Expect a full day. Bring your lunch or order from local eateries. Location: Mohave County Fairgrounds, 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd., Expo Building, Kingman. Saturday 9:30am start, 8am preview to 5pm. For more information contact Dave & Fran DePuy, Auctioneers at 928-692-9404 or visit www.depuyauction.com.

 June 13 – Midnight Rebel – Summer Concert Series at Castle Rock Ranch – Midnight Rebel performs live at the Castle Rock Ranch “Summer Concert Series” on the outdoor stage Saturday at 4pm – 7pm. No cover charge. Free parking. Castle Rock Ranch, 3743 US Hwy 93, Golden Valley. For more information call: (928)565-9944. 

June 13 – Family Fun Carnival & Movie Night – Have fun with your family to enjoy games, prizes, jump houses and a movie beginning at dark. Bring your folding chairs and blankets. Cost: wristbands $5 presale and $7 at event. Friday 6pm – 8pm. Location: Centennial Park, 3333 Harrison St, Kingman. For more information call Parks & Recreation 928-757-7919.

June 13 & 14 – Rhythm & Brews Music Fest – Come celebrate a weekend of great music and great brews in Historic Kingman! Hot wing challenge, best beard contest, cornhole tournament, belly dancers, beer yoga, beer belly contest, Miss Rhythm & Brews Pin Up Contest, beer burp contest, hot dog eating contest, dad joke competition, heads & tails 50/50. Food trucks, live music, vendors and beer! Over 15 Arizona breweries at this event! General Admission – Family Pass: $20* *Family Pass includes two adults and 4 kids over 10 years old. Kids 10 & under are FREE. General Admission – Per Person: $5. Tasting Pass: $30 / (15) 6 oz pours. Location: Lewis Kingman Park, Kingman. For more information visit ww.chamberorganizer.com/Calendar/moreinfo.php?eventid=530740&org_id=780.

June 14 – The Car Show in Golden Valley – Come see an amazing Car Show at 5pm ending with a drive-in movie “American Graffiti”. $5 entry fee for registered cars. Location: Golden Valley Community Mall, 3311 Mayer Rd, Golden Valley. For more information call 928-898-0888.

June 15 – Mohave Markets at the Mohave County Fairgrounds –There will be many handmade items, including jewelry, crochet items, pet accessories, custom tumblers, toys, collectibles, DoTerra, information booths, music, food trucks, home-baked items, and much more! Free entry and parking. Sunday 9am – 4pm. Location: Mohave County Fairgrounds, 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd. For more information visit mohavemarkets.com or call 928-418-0625.

June 20 – Ron Howard – Summer Concert Series at Castle Rock Ranch Ron Howard performs live at the Castle Rock Ranch “Summer Concert Series” on the outdoor stage Saturday at 4pm – 7pm. No cover charge. Free parking. Castle Rock Ranch, 3743 US Hwy 93, Golden Valley. For more information call: (928)565-9944.

June 21 – Chillin’ on Beale – Bring your car down for a fun time. Classics, customs, creatives, motorcycles, EVs, you name it! Cruise on down to Beale Street at Locomotive Park for classic cars and down-home Kingman atmosphere! Events begin at 3pm and ends at 6pm. Held the 3rd Satruday monthly from April through November, each month has a different theme. Free and open to the public – vehicle spots open. Contact Gene Kirkham at 714.488.1843 for more information.

June 21 – Mad Hatter Summer Solstice Tea Party – Join our Summer Solstice Celebration adorned in our finest (or wackiest) hats as we sip Magic Color Changing Tea and munch on healthy snacks, play games, make crafts, and enjoy comradery. Saturday from 4pm to 6 pm. $20 per person. Location: Hilltop Holistic Wellness Center, 519 Hall St, Kingman. For more information call 928-565-1485.

To discover the story behind Kingman’s landmarks and public art, and to learn about some surprising celebrity associaiton, consider Kingman Tours. Using QR code technology, this innovative self guided tour through the historic heart of the city narrated by author, historian, and humorist Jim Hinckley that launched by Kingman Main Street, and developed by Talisman Magic Marketing, is a portal to adventure.

The Kingman Tours website also includes an expansive regional calendar of events, and fascinating blogs. There is een a gift shop for one of a kind Kingman and Route 66 centennial merchanidse.

And if you are fan of trivia, need a healthy dose of road trip inspiration, or just enjoy listening and interacting with fascinating people, Coffee With Jim, the Sunday morning podcast (7:00 Arizona time) from Jim HInckley’s America on Podbean has quite a line up for the next few weeks.

June 8 – If you are old enough to remember Route 66 before the interstate highway you probably have fond memories of S & H Green Stamps. Did you know that this American classic is making a comeback, but with a modern twist? On today’s program we will be talking with Carl Norloff. Carl join the S&H company in 2000, helpted launch S&H greenpoints, and rode out the bankruptcy of the company, and is now working to revive the brand for a new generation. This is going to be an interesting

June 15 – The Route 66 centennial is inspiring an array of celebratory projects but what Chris Hill and Pete Thompson has in mind is something unique and special. Officially recognized by the Route 66 Centennial Commission, the ”Musical Road” project will add a new dimension to the Route 66 celebration and create an attraction that will enhance the Route 66 adventure for years to come. Curious? Join us for a lively and fascinating conversation that is sure to inspire a road trip or two.

June 22 – As host Jim Hinckley is at the AAA Route 66 Road fest in Tulsa, Oklahoma, our virtual cohosts have a special program about the prehistory of Route 66 and an exciting new Route 66 anthology. As a bonus there is some fascinating EV trivia on tap, and a sneak peek at next weeks program.

June 29 – On this mornings episode we blur the line between past, present and future in a visit with Tosha O Neil of the Historic Electric Vehicle Foundation. Did you know that electric taxis and buses were crowding the streets of New York City in 1898? Did you know that a company produced a gasoline/electric hybrid in 1916? Did you know that there is an embryonic EV museum in Kingman, Arizona on Route 66? This is going to be fun! Invite your friends for another shared adventure.