Know All About Chandler, Arizona

In 1912, Chandler was founded, and in 1954 it was incorporated as a city. Just 20 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, the City of Chandler is a diverse, lively city with a strong economic base. Agriculture plays an important role in the economic development of the city. It is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, featuring world-class attractions, magnificent Arizona resorts, diverse shopping, wonderful restaurants of every cuisine, lots of outdoor activities and plenty festivals and events are held in Chandler attracting travelers from all across the world. Plus, the city has a pleasant weather year-round. It experiences 330 days of sunshine a year, making it a wonderful destination to visit. 

The history of Chandler has a huge agricultural base, having been named after a veterinarian- Dr A.J. Chandler.  In 1912, the town of Chandler was founded. In 1920, it was incorporated as the Town of Chandler. By 1920, the city has over 1,000 residents. Cars became the main mode of transportation in Chandler. 

 

The status of Chandler was changed to city in 1954 and since then, it experienced a considerable growth. The city’s population grew since 1980. Also, the city witnessed an economic growth and diversification, adding technology and manufacturing sectors to the agricultural economy.  In the recent years, the population has increased, it is over 240,000 today. 

The City of Chandler has plenty of things to do. Whether you seek an outdoor adventure, art and culture experience, history, or casino fun, the attractions of Chandler will fascinate and enlighten you. 

Arizona Railway Museum: Check out the antique rail cars collection at the Arizona Railway Museum.  

Chandler Museum: Know the Chandler’s rich history at the Chandler Museum. Learn about the Chandler’s past, how it became a town, and know the story of the Chandler’s founder.

Tumbleweed Ranch: Know the agricultural past of Chandler at the Tumbleweed Ranch. 

Hamilton Aquatics Center: Have a splashing good time at Hamilton Aquatics Center.  The center features two water slides, zero-depth play pool, an eight lane competition pool, and a lazy river. 

Chandler Skate Park: A park for sports lovers. Indulge in skating or games like cricket, baseball or soccer at Chandler State Park.  

Zelma Basha Gallery of Western Art: Explore the Native American and contemporary Western American art, paintings and sculptures at Zelma Basha Gallery of Western Art.

Koli Equestrian Center: Go horseback riding, and enjoy the magnificent vistas, stunning landscapes, flora and fauna at Koli Equestrian Center. 

Chandler Center for the Arts: The Chandler Center for the Arts is a concert spot featuring three theatres and fine arts gallery with artworks, paintings and sculptures.

Chandler, AZ is one of the fastest growing communities in the country that has transformed from an agricultural town to the manufacturing and tech oasis. The City of Chandler is a mix of old traditions and modern sophistication. The city’s vibrant and rich history, diverse culture, friendly and warm people, and world-class attractions make it an amazing destination for residents and travelers alike.

Some of the famous personalities from Chandler are: Shawn Michaels (WWE Superstar), Brian Urlacher and Donovan Mcnabb (NFL Players), Ice-T (Rapper and Actor) and Channing Frye (Phoenix Suns).

UTC-GMT Offset: Chandler, Arizona is GMT/UTC - 7h during Standard Time (MST)

Daylight Saving Time Usage: Chandler does not utilize Daylight Savings Time. 

Area Code: 480

Chandler experiences more than 330 days of sunshine every year, making it a great destination to visit. The city has near-perfect weather all-year round. The best time to visit Chandler is fall. Fall has mild temperature and plenty of festivals and events take place in this season. It is the time when the city is buzzing with music, art, culture, history and food festivals. The hotels and resorts in Chandler offer great fall deals as well. Plan your Chandler, AZ getaway today!

Chandler hosts many events and festivals every year. The biggest and the most popular annual festival is the Ostrich Festival that includes ostrich races, a parade, rides, music and food. Some of the popular festivals/events are:

Ostrich Festival  (March)

Tumbleweed Tree Lighting Ceremony  (December)

Chandler Indian Market (October)

Cinco de Mayo Festival & Chihuahua Races (May)

Chandler Jazz Festival (April)

Classic Car & Hot Rod Show (February)