Presented by Ace Bailey

Did you know that Hotel Valley Ho was once a Hollywood hideaway? In its heyday, the hotel was host to Bing Crosby, Tony Curtis, Janet Leigh, Natalie Wood, and Zsa Zsa Gabor, among others! Designed by acclaimed architectural firm Edward L. Varney Associates, Hotel Valley Ho is considered one of the best-preserved Mid-Century Modern hotels in the country. Explore the hotel’s classic design elements during a 90-minute walking tour of the buildings and grounds with resident historian Ace Bailey.

Ace Bailey has worked in the arts and tourism fields for over 20 years. Prior to establishing Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours she designed and conducted art tours both locally and throughout the Southwest, Seattle, and the Northwest. In 2010, Ace was appointed to the Scottsdale Tourism Development Commission. Currently she hosts the Magical History Tour at the Hotel Valley Ho.

Presented by Steve Conrad

Get ready to tap your toes with Steve Conrad and pals! In this fun, movement-based seminar you will learn dances from the 1940s and ‘50s, a period when Swing music was Pop music. These partner dances include East Coast Swing (aka 6-count Lindy Hop), and Collegiate. Traditionally, these dances are paired with Swing music, but these same dance steps can be translated to the surf rock dance floor! No experience necessary, no partner needed. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Steve Conrad, founder and director of the Arizona Lindy Hop Society, has taught dance for over 29 years. He has taught around the world and has been featured on The Bachelorette, House Hunters, and more. He helped lead a program for teaching ballroom dance to people experiencing homelessness and has used dance as a healing modality for children in the foster care system. In 2021, Phoenix Mayor Gallego declared April 29th "Steve Conrad Day" for his contribution to dance and the arts in Phoenix.

Presented by David Marley

"Join David “Dr. Skipper” Marley as he explores The Disneyland That Never Was. Through concept art and behind-the-scenes stories, this talk reveals the many lands and attractions that were planned but never built. These unrealized ideas would have made Disneyland a very different place. From Discovery Bay, International Land, and Big City USA, you’ll have a fun-filled walk through an alternate version of the Happiest Place on Earth.

David “Dr. Skipper” Marley is a former Disneyland Jungle Cruise skipper, author, and history lecturer at California State University, Fullerton. The second edition of his most recent book, The Jungle Cruise: The Wild History of Walt's Wildest Ride, was released at Arizona Tiki Oasis in 2024. A former professional stand up comic, Marley regularly presents at conventions across the country, and receives uproarious laughter from his audiences.

Presented by Justin Wojslaw

Home bartenders: this demonstration session is for you! Justin Wojslaw breaks down how to set up a functional home bar station. Focusing on building blocks, balance, and repeatable techniques, he cuts through myths and over-complication to reveal what actually matters. Learn how to choose the right tools and spirits, prep efficiently, and execute tropical cocktails with confidence. See Wojslaw in action as he demonstrates how to use tools in your home bar to produce impressive cocktails and garnishes with consistency and confidence.

Justin Wojslaw is a Tiki bartender known for high impact cocktails, theatrical fire shows, and bold reinterpretations of classic tropical drinks. Blending deep respect for mid-century Tiki tradition with modern technique, his work celebrates spectacle, storytelling, and flavor. Behind the bar, Justin brings heat, chaos, and craft—proving that great Tiki is equal parts ritual, risk, and rum.

Presented by Wendy Dager

The mid-20th century was a fertile and creative period for handbag design, as designers began experimenting with unusual materials and playful shapes. This seminar will explore the histories, facts, and tantalizing tidbits about this imaginative period of midcentury handbag design with a focus on handbags with ocean and beach-related themes, a popular motif of the time. A dazzling exhibit of corresponding bags and newspaper advertisements will be displayed for your pleasure and eye-candy enjoyment!

Wendy Dager is owner and curator of The Vintage Purse Museum, a massive real-life collection privately housed in Tucson, Arizona, and viewable online. After four decades as a professional freelance writer, researcher, and interviewer, Wendy now focuses solely on recording and sharing handbag history.

The Arizona Tiki Oasis Bartender Battle pits some of the best bartenders in Arizona against each other in a no-holds-barred, head-to-head cocktail throw-down! Sample some of the best, most innovative tropical cocktails while you cheer on your favorite bartending champion. They all may battle, but only ONE can win the title of Arizona Tiki Oasis Bartender Battle Champ 2026. Must be 21+ to attend. Includes cocktail samples.