Baby Bash and Vanilla Ice join the Chandler's 2026 Ostrich Festival lineup

The 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival will be held across two weekends in March 2026.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The lineup for the main stage at the upcoming two weekends of the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival has been finalized. Event officials announced that Baby Bash and Vanilla Ice will be taking the stage during the second weekend of this East Valley tradition, joining previously announced performers like The Commodores and Jo Dee Messina.

Why it matters

The Chandler Ostrich Festival is a long-standing community event that celebrates the city's unique history with ostriches. The festival's move to a new venue at Rawhide Western Town and Event Center signals its continued growth and the organizers' commitment to enhancing the experience for attendees.

The details

The Chandler Chamber of Commerce, Gila River Indian Community, and the City of Chandler recently announced that the East Valley Ostrich Festival will move to Rawhide Western Town and Event Center for this year's celebration. The relocation is expected to support the Ostrich Festival's growth with improved facilities, expanded attractions, and enhanced amenities.

  • The 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival will be held across two weekends: March 13–15 and March 20–22, 2026.
  • On Friday, March 20, 2026, Vanilla Ice will perform.
  • On Sunday, March 22, 2026, Baby Bash will perform.

The players

Chandler Chamber of Commerce

The organizer of the Chandler Ostrich Festival, a long-standing community event that celebrates the city's unique history with ostriches.

Gila River Indian Community

A partner in the relocation of the Chandler Ostrich Festival to the Rawhide Western Town and Event Center.

City of Chandler

A partner in the relocation of the Chandler Ostrich Festival to the Rawhide Western Town and Event Center.

Rawhide Western Town and Event Center

The new venue for the Chandler Ostrich Festival, which is expected to support the event's growth with improved facilities, expanded attractions, and enhanced amenities.

Baby Bash

A performer scheduled to take the main stage during the second weekend of the Chandler Ostrich Festival.

Vanilla Ice

A performer scheduled to take the main stage during the second weekend of the Chandler Ostrich Festival.

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What they’re saying

“The Ostrich Festival has become such a beloved and expansive event that it's ready for a new home. Rawhide provides the space and infrastructure to take the festival experience to the next level for our community.”

— Terri Kimble, President of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce (ABC15)

“The Ostrich Festival has long been one of Chandler's most cherished traditions, celebrating our unique history with ostriches. We're grateful to the Chandler Chamber of Commerce and its partners for their commitment to build on the festival's success while honoring the heritage and family-friendly attractions that make this a truly special event.”

— Kevin Hartke, Chandler Mayor (ABC15)

What’s next

The Chandler Ostrich Festival will be held across two weekends, March 13–15 and March 20–22, 2026, at the new Rawhide Western Town and Event Center venue.

The takeaway

The relocation of the long-running Chandler Ostrich Festival to a new, larger venue signals the event's continued growth and the organizers' commitment to enhancing the experience for attendees. The festival's lineup of popular musical acts, including Baby Bash and Vanilla Ice, further reinforces its status as a cherished community tradition.