Desired Sedona Hotels, 2018

Sеdоnа, Arіzоnа, іѕ one оf thе bеѕt vасаtіоn spots іn thе wеѕt. It is an ecletic town that ѕіtѕ on each ѕіdе of Hіghwау 89-A. Tо thе nоrth аrе the bеаutіful red rосk mоuntаіnѕ wіth their interesting mysterious ѕhареѕ. Thе ѕkіеѕ аrе equally аѕ рrеttу wіth their fluffу whіtе сlоudѕ or black thundеrhеаdѕ. Sеdоnа hаѕ a wіdе variety оf hоtеlѕ that уоu can сhооѕе from, but thеѕе are thе Sеdоnа hotels that mоѕt реорlе rесоmmеnd.

An аll-tіmе fаvоrіtе with vіѕіtоrѕ іѕ thе Junipine Lоdgе. Thіѕ hоtеl is seven miles frоm Sеdоnа uр Oаk Creek Cаnуоn. Thе thіng thаt mаkеѕ it a tор сhоісе for vіѕіtоrѕ that wаnt tо relax оr have a rоmаntіс rеtrеаt іѕ thе fасt thаt іt іѕ реасеful and quiet, аnd it is аt one оf the mоѕt beautiful lосаtіоnѕ in Sеdоnа. It іѕ nеѕtlеd undеr thе ріnе trees and sits juѕt аbоvе Oаk Creek.

The ассоmmоdаtіоnѕ аrе соndо ѕtуlе wіth еіthеr оnе оr two bеdrооmѕ, a full kіtсhеn, two fireplaces аnd a dесk. Thеrе іѕ rооm for twо tо six реорlе. Visitors саn wаlk оn a trаіl to thе сrееk and fіѕh оr рlау іn the wаtеr.

Anоthеr grеаt hоtеl іn Sedona that реорlе еnjоу is thе Sky Rаnсh Lodge оn Airport Mеѕа. It hаѕ a bеаutіful vіеw of Wеѕt Sеdоnа wіth the rеd rосk mountains in thе bасkgrоund. Yоu саn see the fаmоuѕ Coffee Pоt and Chimney Rосk. Thе рісturе іѕ just breathtaking.

It sits rеlаtіvеlу сlоѕе to the аіrроrt, but іt is nоt a problem. Sіnсе thе аіrроrt іѕ only fоr ѕmаll рlаnеѕ оr hеlісорtеrѕ, thеrе are nо nіght flights tо bother thе guests. Guеѕtѕ саn eat аt the nеаrbу аіrроrt rеѕtаurаnt for a reasonable price, and thе fооd іѕ еxсеllеnt. Hеlісорtеr tours аrе аvаіlаblе for thоѕе whо are іntеrеѕtеd.

Chооѕе a rооm wіth іtѕ balcony thаt lооkѕ out over Wеѕt Sеdоnа. Enjoy watching the sunrise аnd ѕunѕеt on thе rеd rосkѕ. Nighttime іѕ bеаutіful with thе flісkеrіng lights. Tо the еаѕt уоu can, аlѕо, see thе flісkеrіng lіghtѕ of Jеrоmе, аn оld ghost tоwn. The rооmѕ аll hаvе kіtсhеnѕ or kіtсhеnеttеѕ.

Approximately ѕеvеn mіlеѕ tо thе еаѕt оf Sеdоnа uр Boynton Cаnуоn is the Mii Amо hоtеl. It ѕіtѕ at thе hеаd оf the canyon at the bаѕе of thе red rосkѕ. Thеrе are thrее rооm орtіоnѕ: a саѕіtа, a hасіеndа оr a rеgulаr room. The adobe wаllѕ and Mеxісаn tile rооf blеndѕ wіth thе еnvіrоnmеnt.

There іѕ bісусlіng, tеnnіѕ, ѕwіmmіng аnd hіkіng that guеѕtѕ саn participate іn. Thеrе іѕ аn organized сhіldrеn'ѕ рrоgrаm tо kеер thе children occupied аnd аllоwеd thе раrеntѕ ѕоmе free tіmе. Thеrе is a spa аnd fitness center аvаіlаblе for guеѕtѕ to use.

If уоu еnjоу bеіng in thе center оf town where уоu саn walk tо the ѕhорѕ, trading сеntеrѕ, аnd rеѕtаurаntѕ, the L'Auberge dе Sedona іѕ thе perfect hоtеl fоr you. Fоr thе convenience of thеіr guеѕtѕ. Thеrе іѕ a Frеnсh Amеrісаn style rеѕtаurаnt on thе hotel property. Guеѕtѕ hаvе a microwave, rеfrіgеrаtоr аnd соffее mаkеr іn the room. Thеrе іѕ, also, a whіrlрооl аnd іn-rооm ѕаfе. Eасh room overlooks Oak Crееk аnd hаѕ a tеrrасе оr bаlсоnу.

Taking a trip tо Sеdоnа іѕ ѕоmеthіng thаt you will rеmеmbеr fоr the rеѕt of your life. If уоu have to сhооѕе bеtwееn a trip tо Grаnd Cаnуоn аnd a trір to Sеdоnа аnd Oаk Crееk Cаnуоn, сhооѕе the lаtеr. Stау in one of these Sеdоnа hоtеlѕ whіlе уоu are there.

Sеdоnа, Arizona is one оf the mоѕt fascinating аnd beautiful рlасеѕ tо vіѕіt thаt thеrе іѕ. Whеn уоu come for a vіѕіt, these are ѕоmе оf the Sеdоnа hоtеlѕ [https://hotelguides.com/arizona/sedona-az-north-hotels.html] as wеll аѕ Sеdоnа resorts [https://hotelguides.com/arizona/sedona-az-north-hotels.html] you саn сhооѕе frоm.

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The History of the Grand Canyon

When natural beauty is discussed, there are a few places that always come up. Aurora Borealis for example is a well-known phenomenon; the Alps are an amazing landscape. But few places are as well-known or well-loved as the Grand Canyon. The 270 mile long natural wonder is Arizona’s most popular tourist destination. But the history of the Grand Canyon began long before the area became a National Park in 1919.

The Grand Canyon was home to many different Native American tribes before Europeans discovered it. Ancestral Pueblo peoples were among the first in the area, followed by the Paiute, Cerbat, and the Navajo. These tribes were all eventually forced out of the area by the American Government.

One of the best known stories about the early history of the Grand Canyon is Powell’s 1869 Expedition down the Colorado River. John Wesley Powell was a captain in the civil war and he led a scientific expedition to chart parts of the west, namely the river. The trip involved capsizes, food rationing, and extensive portaging. Three members of the trip went missing as well, becoming one of the greatest unsolved mystery of the area. Their disappearances were first blamed on local Native American tribes; it is now considered most likely that they were killed by nearby Mormon settlers. The Grand Canyon has also been the location of some great breakthroughs in geology and our understanding of the natural world. Because the canyon is a mile deep in some areas, layers of the earth previously unseen were exposed for scientist to explore.

The first settlers came to the area in the 1880’s, which is around when the area became known as a tourist destination. The trip to the rim used to be a grueling adventure from Flagstaff, most often by stagecoach. Tourism slowly increased until the Santa Fe Railroad finished the Grand Canyon Railway in 1901. This became the most common way to reach the canyon for many years. However, with the increased popularity and affordability of automobiles by 1930, the train began to be used less frequently. The route was finally canceled in 1968; just three passengers were on the final run. Hotels have been in the in the canyon since the area could support them. Bright Angel Lodge is currently the most popular hotel on the canyon rim.

 The canyon was first considered a Forest Reserve in 1893 and later a National Monument. The Grand Canyon did not achieve official National Park status until 1919. The visitor center in the National Park is full of facts and information on the Grand Canyon and the surrounding area.

The History of Sedona

There are many amazing places to see in Northern Arizona, but the two most famous ones are the Grand Canyon and Sedona. Both places are filled with stunning scenery, and also a rich history. Sedona is known for its grand views and mystical connections and has been for many years. Originally, it was an incredibly rural ranching community known mostly for its natural beauty. Once that beauty became known throughout the motion picture industry, Sedona’s popularity skyrocketed. But Sedona’s history is much older than when the city of Sedona was officially incorporated in 1988.

Native Americans had been living in the area since the year 900, building pueblos and farming. Evidence of many different tribes has been found in the area, including the Sinagua, Yavapai, and Apache peoples. However, this idyllic canyon was not spared the tragic sweeping invasion of Europeans. The very first Europeans arrived in 1583 in search of gold. By 1875, the soldiers of Fort Verde, now Camp Verde, captured the last group of Tonto Apache Native Americans in the area, the others either fled or also captured.

The story of Sedona as we known it actually begins in Oak Creek Canyon. The very first white settler there was a man named J.J. Thompson, who claimed land under the 1862 Homestead Act. In 1876, Thompson took squatters rights to a parcel of land across from today’s Indian Gardens Store. Once Tompson explored his land, he found a deserted Native American garden and a healthy spring, which encouraged him to build there. Originally called Indian Gardens Ranch, the name was later shortened to Indian Gardens. After Thompson homesteaded in the canyon, more settlers followed. The Abraham family became the first residents of this small community, taking land just south of J.J. Thompson’s property. The small family of three, husband, wife, and child arrived in 1879. James Abraham is credited with naming many of Sedona’s most well-known geographical features. According to old records, he named Bell Rock, Steamboat Rock, Court Rock and Church Rock. It wasn’t until years later that Court Rock and Church Rock became Courthouse Rock and Cathedral Rock. With an increased population and therefore more manpower, the settlers were able to create irrigation to plant crops and orchards. The irrigation system used by these settlers is credited to Frank Pendley. Pendley’s engineering skills made him so successful that his produce was sold at markets all the way in Los Angeles. His irrigation system still stands today at Slide Rock State Park.

In late 1901, T.C. Schnebly and his wife Sedona built a large home near modern day Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village. Not long after they arrived, residents of the small settlement began complaining to the Schneblys about poor mail service. Upon hearing this, T.C filed an application for the establishment of a post office in his home. The need for a post office was undeniable; the naming of the place proved to be challenging. T.C. reportedly suggested calling the post office Schnebly Station, then Red Rock Crossing and even Oak Creek Station.

These names were apparently not accepted by the government because they were too long. The story goes that T.C’s brother, Dorsey Ellsworth, suggested submitting the name of T.C’s wife. Postal officials approved the name Sedona, and on June 26, 1902, the post office was established in the back of the Schnebly home.

Many of these historical sites are still standing today and can be visited. There are too many sights to possibly see in a day; an entire weekend can easily be spent adventuring in Old Sedona.

2015 EVENTS IN NORTHERN ARIZONA | THINGS TO DO

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JUL 1 2015 - JUL 19 2015

Happy Birthday, George! 100 Years of Inspiration

Prescott - Phippen Museum

Happy Birthday, George! 100 Years of Inspiration – Phippen Museum, a special exhibition commemorating the 100th birthday of its namesake and first president of the Cowboy Artists of America, George Phippen, this exhibit offers a comprehensive presentation of George’s drawings, paintings and sculpture and also provides a rare glimpse at sketches never before seen by the public, $5-7, 928-778-1385 or http://www.phippenartmuseum.org

JUL 1 2015 - JUL 31 2015

Art & Heritage of the Cowboy Artists

Prescott - Phippen Museum

Art & Heritage of the Cowboy Artists - Phippen Museum, this commemorative exhibition will explore the beginning and history of the Cowboy Artists of America, including the story of Bird’s Oak Creek Tavern (where the Cowboy Artists were created), it will also offer a special section of items featuring paintings and artwork by the organization’s four, founding fathers, $5-7, 928-778-1385 orhttp://www.phippenartmuseum.org

JUL 1 2015 - JUL 31 2015

Street Seen

Prescott - Prescott Center for the Arts

Seen – Prescott Center for the Arts Gallery, as you traverse streets looking at the buildings, cars, people, sidewalks, landscapes or alleys, you see a number of vignettes or smaller areas that capture your interest, capture the light, colors, graffiti or landscapes, the options are endless, this show asks artists “what is seen on the streets you travel?”, http://pfaa.net

JUL 4 2015 - JUL 25 2015

Summer Farmers Market

Prescott - Yavapai College Performing Arts Center

Summer Farmers Market - Yavapai College, enjoy local organic produce and goods from local farmers, Saturdays, 7:30 am – noon, 928-713-1227 or http://www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

JUL 10 2015

Evening Forest Walk

Prescott - Highlands Center for Natural History

Evening Forest Walk – Highlands Center for Natural History, bring the whole family for an evening adventure exploring the forest, free, 7 pm, 928-776-9550 or http://highlandscenter.org/

JUL 11 2015

18th Annual Prescott Indian Art Market

Prescott - Sharlot Hall Museum

18th Annual Prescott Indian Art Market - Sharlot Hall Museum, showcases authentic Native American art, chosen by an American Indian artist jury, around 100 artists are expected to participate, featured will be ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, paintings and hand-woven baskets and blankets, entertainment and mouth-watering fry bread will also be highlights, $10 and kids are free, 928-445-3122 or http://www.sharlot.org or http://www.facebook.com/PIAM.4U

JUL 11 2015

Audubon Bird Walk

Prescott - Highlands Center for Natural History

Audubon Bird Walk – Highlands Center for Natural History, beginning and experienced birders welcome, free, 7:30 am, 928-776-9550 orhttp://highlandscenter.org

JUL 11 2015

Howlin' at the Highlands Summer Concert Series

Prescott - Highlands Center for Natural History

Howlin' at the Highlands Summer Concert Series – Highlands Center for Natural History, featuring vocalist Dennis Rowland, The Detroit native and Phoenix, Arizona resident was the voice of the world-renowned Count Basie Orchestra between 1977 and 1984, where he shared the stage with Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Joe Williams and Tony Bennett,  he is also featured on the Basie Band's Grammy award-winning record "On the Road", $20, 7 pm, 928-277-1576 or http://highlandscenter.org/

JUL 16 2015

Naturalist Chautauqua Series – John Muir

Prescott - Highlands Center for Natural History

Naturalist Chautauqua Series – John Muir – Highlands Center for Natural History, Prescott College professor Doug Hulmes, who won an award for outstanding presenter at the National Wilderness Rangers Conference in Colorado for his stunning performance as John Muir, will share his remarkable story with you, registration required, $8-14, 6:30 pm, http://highlandscenter.org

JUL 18 2015 - JUL 19 2015

25th Annual Williamson Valley FD Arts & Crafts Show

Prescott - Courthouse Plaza

25th Annual Williamson Valley FD Arts & Crafts Show - Courthouse Plaza, hand-made and enhanced crafts, culinary arts, fine arts, leather, metal works, wood, 9 am - 5 pm, http://www.prescottdowntown.com

JUL 22 2015 - JUL 26 2015

6th Annual Prescott Film Festival

Prescott - Yavapai College

6th Annual Prescott Film Festival – venues on the campus of Yavapai College, unique, “Movies that Move You!” shorts, features, documentaries, drama and comedies come to Prescott from all over the globe including the best from local and Arizona filmmakers,http://www.prescottfilmfestival.com

JUL 24 2015

4th Friday Art Walk

Prescott

4th Friday Art Walk - 15 galleries stay open late and offer food, musical entertainment, artist receptions and painting demonstrations,http://www.artthe4th.com

JUL 25 2015 - JUL 26 2015

Prescott Area Iris Society Annual Rhizome Sale

Prescott - Sharlot Hall Museum

Prescott Area Iris Society Annual Iris Rhizome Sale – Sharlot Hall Museum, hundreds of irises will be for sale in all colors of the rainbow, portions of the proceeds will be used to support the Sharlot Hall Museum,  Sat 10 am – 4 pm, Sun noon – 4 pm, 623-980-6627 or 602-300-5791 or http://www.prescottirissociety.org

JUL 25 2015

Smoki Museum Consignment Market

Prescott - Smoki Museum

Smoki Museum Consignment Market - featuring fine American Indian and Southwestern items, including jewelry, baskets, pottery, fetishes, kachinas, weavings, paintings, books, and lots more, all items have set prices, below retail, no bidding require, no preview, no early birds, 10 am – 4 pm, 928-445-1230 ext 6212 or http://smokimuseum.org

JUL 25 2015 - JUL 26 2015

10th Annual Shootout on Whiskey Row

Prescott

10th Annual Shootout on Whiskey Row – the Prescott Regulators and Their Shady Ladies a gathering of award-winning Western re-enactment groups from all over the West who compete in historic skits and gunfights, also a period costume contest with authentic 1800s clothing, vendors, free, 9 am – 4 pm, http://www.visit-prescott.com

AUG 1 2015 - AUG 16 2015

Art & Heritage of the Cowboy Artists

Prescott - Phippen Museum

Art & Heritage of the Cowboy Artists - Phippen Museum, this commemorative exhibition will explore the beginning and history of the Cowboy Artists of America, including the story of Bird’s Oak Creek Tavern (where the Cowboy Artists were created), it will also offer a special section of items featuring paintings and artwork by the organization’s four, founding fathers, $5-7, 928-778-1385 orhttp://www.phippenartmuseum.org

AUG 1 2015 - AUG 29 2015

Summer Farmers Market

Prescott - Yavapai College Performing Arts Center

Summer Farmers Market - Yavapai College, enjoy local organic produce and goods from local farmers, Saturdays, 7:30 am – noon, 928-713-1227 or http://www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

AUG 1 2015 - AUG 2 2015

41st Annual Car Exhibit by Prescott Antique Auto Club

Prescott - Watson Lake Park

41st Annual Car Exhibit by Prescott Antique Auto Club - Watson Lake Park, pre1981 cars, old engine fire-up which includes fly-wheel engines, mining equipment, trucks, tractors, and car corral, parts exchange (swap meet), trophies, raffle, $5 parking/admission donation, 928-778-5386 or http://www.cruisearizona.com

AUG 1 2015

12th Annual Western History Symposium

Prescott - Prescott Centennial Center

12th Annual Western History Symposium - Prescott Centennial Center, featuring interesting and informative presentations by historians, educators and authors on a variety of subjects relevant to our western heritage, free, 10 am – 4:30 pm, http://www.prescottcorral.org

AUG 6 2015 - AUG 8 2015

28th Annual Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering

Prescott - Yavapai College Performing Arts Center

28th Annual Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering – Yavapai College, 60 plus cowboy poets and old-time singers celebrate the oral traditions of the working cowboy with a blend of contemporary poetry and music, traditional and contemporary cowboy poetry, music and yodeling, ranch history and a special session on cowboys in Mongolia, free daytime sessions, evening show tickets $, 928-776-2000 or 877-928-4253 or http://www.ycpac.com or http://azcowboypoets.org

AUG 8 2015 - AUG 9 2015

Mountain Artists Guilds 55th Annual Summer Festival of Fine Art & Crafts

Prescott - Courthouse Plaza

Mountain Artists Guilds 55th Annual Summer Festival of Fine Art & Crafts - Courthouse Plaza, juried art show with over 120 artisans from throughout the West displaying and demonstrating work in painting, ceramic, metal art, woodworking, glass, fiber and jewelry, live music, free, Sat. 9 am – 5 pm, Sun 9 am – 4 pm, 928-445-2510 or http://www.mountainartistsguild.org

AUG 8 2015

Howlin' at the Highlands Summer Concert Series

Prescott - Highlands Center for Natural History

Howlin' at the Highlands Summer Concert Series – Highlands Center for Natural History, featuring vocalist Susannah Martin known as much for her professionalism as for a singer and musician as she is for her scintillating vocal renderings of jazz, Brazilian bossa nova and classic pop tunes, $20, 7 pm, 928-277-1576 or http://highlandscenter.org/

AUG 15 2015

29th Annual 2015 Beat the Heat Swap Meet

Prescott - Prescott Activity Center

29th Annual 2015 Beat the Heat Swap Meet – Prescott Activity Center, model railroad and toy swap meet, a large selection of model railroads items in all scales, various model railroad layouts, several sellers with antique toys for sale, $4, 9 am – 1 pm,http://trainweb.org/camrrc

AUG 28 2015 - AUG 30 2015

15th Annual Prescott Jazz Summit

Prescott

15th Annual Prescott Jazz Summit – various locations, annual jazz festival with international stars and Phoenix-based and local musicians includes the best of Arizona high school musicians, 928-830-2462 or http://www.prescottjazz.com

AUG 28 2015

4th Friday Art Walk Weekend

Prescott

4th Friday Art Walk Weekend - 15 galleries stay open late and offer food, musical entertainment, artist receptions and painting demonstrations, http://www.artthe4th.com

Aug 29 2015

Zoo by Moonlight

Prescott - Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Zoo by Moonlight – Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary, bring a flashlight and see the nocturnal residents, $5, 8-9:30 pm, 928-778-4242 ext. 16 or http://www.heritageparkzoo.org

SEP 5 2015 - SEP 26 2015

Summer Farmers Market

Prescott - Yavapai College Performing Arts Center

Summer Farmers Market - Yavapai College, enjoy local organic produce and goods from local farmers, Saturdays, 7:30 am – noon, 928-713-1227 or http://www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

SEP 5 2015 - SEP 7 2015

30th Annual Faire on the Square

Prescott - Courthouse Plaza

30th Annual Faire on the Square - Courthouse Plaza, 100+ talented artists, also food and entertainment, Sat-Sun 9 am – 5 pm, Mon 9 am – 3 pm, 928-445-2000 or http://www.visit-prescott.com or http://www.prescott.org

SEP 11 2015 - SEP 13 2015

Becoming an Outdoors Woman

Prescott - Camp Friendly Pines

Becoming an Outdoors Woman - Camp Friendly Pines, offers adventure and life skills, for women age 18 and older to learn to camp, fish, rappel, hike, cook with Dutch ovens, photograph wildlife & a range of outdoor recreation skills, "hawk talks" and nature hikes, $270, includes meals, lodging and classes, 480-644-0077 or http://www.azwildlife.org

SEP 13 2015

18th Annual Empty Bowls

Prescott - Courthouse Plaza

18th Annual Empty Bowls – Courthouse Plaza, select a ceramic or wood bowl from more than 800 created by local artisans, and fill with two helpings of gourmet soup made by fourteen of our quad-city chefs and restaurants for $15, benefits local food banks, 11 am – 2 pm,http://prescottdowntown.com/events

SEP 13 2015

Howlin' at the Highlands Summer Concert Series

Prescott - Highlands Center for Natural History

Howlin' at the Highlands Summer Concert Series – Highlands Center for Natural History, featuring Frankie and Rosemary Chavez,  local favorites in the Sedona, Arizona music scene, they bring with them years of professional experience in the club, concert, studio and performance arena, $20, 7 pm, 928-277-1576 or http://highlandscenter.org/

SEP 19 2015

19th Annual Navajo Rug Auction

Prescott - Smoki Museum

19th Annual Navajo Rug Auction – Smoki Museum, preview 10 am – 12:30 pm, auction starts promptly at 1 pm, 300 historic and contemporary Navajo weavings will be up for auction at the best prices in the Southwest, http://smokimuseum.org

SEP 20 2015

Antiques on the Square

Prescott - Prescott Courthouse Plaza

Antiques on the Square - Courthouse Plaza, 60+ dealers of antiques and collectibles, includes glass, pottery, furniture, art, jewelry, primitives and unique surprises, sponsored by the Thumb Butte Questers, free, 8 am - 4 pm, 928-443-8909 or http://www.prescott.org

SEP 20 2015

Skull Valley Loop Challenge

Prescott

Skull Valley Loop Challenge – begins in historic downtown Prescott, the climb begins up Iron Springs Rd and coasts into Skull Valley and on to Kirkland, and back into Prescott, includes two aid stations, support riders with water and Gatorade, roving mechanic support throughout the ride, goodie bag, T-shirt and prizes, $35-45, 7:30 am, http://www.prescottbikeped.org/

SEP 25 2015 - SEP 27 2015

9th Annual Historic Prescott All Corvette Car Show

Prescott - Courthouse Plaza

9th Annual Historic Prescott All Corvette Car Show – Prescott Courthouse Plaza, Best of Show Stock & Custom plus 3 each trophies for Stock & Custom for the 6 generations of the Chevrolet Corvette together with an additional set of trophies for the Wide Body 6th generation cars will be awarded, proceeds will go to the Fireman's Charities, hosted by the Prescott Vette Sette limited to 250 cars, vendors, raffles and music, 10 am – 2 pm, http://www.prescottvettesette.org

SEP 25 2015 - SEP 27 2015

9th Annual Prescott Pow Wow

Prescott - Watson Lake Park

9th Annual Prescott Pow Wow – Watson Lake Park, an intertribal, social Pow Wow, native song and dance, food, audience participation encouraged through “Round Dances,” free, http://www.visit-prescott.com or http://www.prescottpowwow.org

SEP 25 2015

4th Friday Art Walk

Prescott

4th Friday Art Walk - 15 galleries stay open late and offer food, musical entertainment, artist receptions and painting demonstrations, http://www.artthe4th.com

SEP 26 2015

11th Annual Groom Creek Classic Run

Prescott

11th Annual Groom Creek Classic Run - Groom Creek Fire St. 41, 5K & 2-mile courses on smooth pavement, rolling hills, 10K and 1/2 marathon begin and end on pavement, through the forest on smooth, wide dirt road, from 6,175 feet elevation to 6,350 at the 5K turnaround, tops out at 6,450 feet at the 10K turnaround, goody bags, finisher medal for all ½ marathon runners, raffle prizes, food, aid stations, medals for top 3 finishers in each age group, http://www.gcffa.org/run

SEP 27 2015

7th Annual Wander the Wild Annual Fundraiser

Prescott - Talking Rock Ranch

7th Annual Wander the Wild Annual Fundraiser - Talking Rock Ranch, a party featuring live music, dinner, and includes wines from Painted Lady Vineyards in Skull Valley and Page Springs Cellars, 2:30-7:30 pm, http://www.highlandscenter.org

SEP 28 2015

Zoo By Moonlight

Prescott - Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Zoo By Moonlight – Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary, bring a flashlight and see the nocturnal animals, 6-9 pm,http://www.heritageparkzoo.org

OCT 1 2015 - OCT 4 2015

41st Annual Yavapai County Fair

Prescott - Prescott Frontier Rodeo Grounds

41st Annual Yavapai County Fair – Tim’s Toyota Center, exhibits, carnival, pig racing, entertainment, food, $3-6, http://www.yavapaifair.com

OCT 2 2015 - OCT 4 2015

8th Annual Prescott Artists’ Studio Tour

Prescott

8th Annual Prescott Artists’ Studio Tour – juried and self-guided, visit the more than 30 artist’s studios to see them at work, additional demonstrations will be at Mountain Artists Gallery, 10 am – 4 pm, 928-445-2510 or   http://www.mountainartistsguild.org/StudioTour.htm or http://www.prescottstudiotour.com

OCT 3 2015 - OCT 31 2015

Summer Farmers Market

Prescott - Yavapai College Performing Arts Center

Summer Farmers Market - Yavapai College, enjoy local organic produce and goods from local farmers, Saturdays, 7:30 am – noon, 928-713-1227 or http://www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

OCT 3 2015

32nd Annual Man Against Horse Race

Prescott - Mingus Mountain

32nd Annual Man Against Horse Race – Mingus Mountain, runners run concurrently with horses, 25 & 50 mile courses are moderately difficult; 12 mile is a rolling course, mostly on mountainous trails and back roads through tall pines of Mingus Mtn, elevation begins at 5000 feet with 50 mile course climbing to an elevation of 7600 ft., 6:30 am 50 mile; 7:30 am 25 mile; 7:45 am 12 mile, $25-95,  928-636-2028 or http://www.arizonaroadracers.com or http://managainsthorse.net

OCT 3 2015 - OCT 4 2015

37th Annual Folk Music Festival

Prescott - Sharlot Hall Museum

37th Annual Folk Music Festival - Sharlot Hall Museum, Arizona’s oldest such gathering, featuring an amazing array of top folk-music talent performing on multiple stages, complemented by impromptu jam sessions throughout the shade-covered museum grounds, showcases best of Arizona acoustic music with more than 150 performers, fiddlers, banjo players, guitarists, singers and songwriters, $8, 10 am - 5 pm, 928-445-3122 or http://www.sharlot.org

OCT 10 2015 - OCT 11 2015

24th Annual FallFest in the Park

Prescott - Courthouse Plaza

24th Annual FallFest in the Park - Courthouse Plaza, more than 100 arts & crafts vendors from throughout Arizona, includes fine art, jewelry, food and more, Sat. 9 am – 5 pm, Sun. 9 am - 4 pm, 928-445-2000 or http://www.prescott.org

OCT 23 2015 - OCT 24 2015

Annual Prescott Ghost Talk

Prescott - Prescott Center for the Arts

Annual Prescott Ghost Talk – Prescott Center for the Arts Theatre, an evening of historic ghostly folklore told by the apparitions themselves at two showings each night, experience Arizona's past when our famous and infamous "spirits" enact their spooky tales, plenty of thrills and chills in this fun and entertaining peek into Arizona’s spooky past,  $12, 6 & 7:30 pm, and encore performance at 9 pm on Saturday, 928-445-3286 or http://www.pca-az.net

OCT 24 2015

Annual Tsunami on the Square Performing Arts Festival

Prescott - Courthouse Plaza

Annual Tsunami on the Square Performing Arts Festival – Courthouse Square, a free and all ages performing arts and culture festival that showcases exotic and unique performance art forms not typically seen in the Arizona high desert, features acts such as Native American hoop dancing, blacklight theater, circus arts, acrobatic stilt walking, fire dancing, hula hoopers, Japanese Butoh and giant puppets, free, noon – 10 pm, http://www.tsunamionthesquare.com

OCT 24 2015

Copper Wind Premiere

Prescott - Elks Theatre

Copper Wind Premiere - Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center, the first and only full-length feature western to be filmed exclusively in Arizona from start to finish featuring all Arizona talent, scenery and pre- and post-production, it is an explosive, action-packed film which centers on love, hate, vengeance and discovery, $20, 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheater.com

OCT 31 2015

Boo at the Zoo

Prescott - Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Boo at the Zoo – Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary, dress in your costume and come out for safe and fun trick-or-treating, bring a flashlight for a chance to see the nocturnal animals in their natural setting, $3-5, 6-9 pm, http://www.heritageparkzoo.org

SEDONA EVENTS

JUL 24 2015

50’s & 60’s Graffiti Gold Show

Sedona - Sound Bites

50’s & 60’s Graffiti Gold Show – Sound Bites, 90-minute trip back to those special days of Rock ‘n’ Roll, music and memories with Tom Tayback and the Daddy O’s, $20, 7:30 pm, 800-838-3006 or http://GraffitiGoldShow.com

JUL 25 2015

11th Annual National Day of the American Cowboy Celebration

Sedona - Uptown Sedona

11th Annual National Day of the American Cowboy Celebration – Uptown Sedona, enjoy “a whole lot of cowboy goin’s on,” gunfights, roping, cowboy action shooting, historical re-enactments, musical revues, storytelling, poetry, cowboy/cowgirl outfit contest, country music and performances, presented by Sedona Main Street Program with the “Red Rock Posse” and area businesses, free, 11 am – 8 pm, 928-204-2390 or http://www.sedonamainstreet.com

JUL 31 2015

Sedona Hummingbird Festival

Sedona - Sedona Performing Arts Center

Sedona Hummingbird Festival – Sedona Performing Arts Center, presentations by hummingbird experts in many interest areas: science, gardening, photography, conservation and regional species studies, and tours, $17 for 1-day presentations pass; 3-day presentations pass $45; children under 12 free with a paying adult, 800-529-3699 or http://www.sedonahummingbirdfestival.com

JUL 31 2015

Full Moon Hike

Sedona - Red Rock State Park

Full Moon Hike - Red Rock State Park, including telescopic moon viewing,  http://www.azstateparks.com

AUG 1 2015 - AUG 2 2015

Sedona Hummingbird Festival

Sedona - Sedona Performing Arts Center

Sedona Hummingbird Festival – Sedona Performing Arts Center, presentations by hummingbird experts in many interest areas: science, gardening, photography, conservation and regional species studies, and tours, $17 for 1-day presentations pass; 3-day presentations pass $45; children under 12 free with a paying adult, 800-529-3699 or http://www.sedonahummingbirdfestival.com

AUG 18 2015 - AUG 19 2015

Art & Craft Fair

Sedona - Bell Rock Plaza Sedona

Art & Craft Show - Bell Rock Plaza, between 35-55 artists with paintings, leather, jewelry, wood, metal, fountains, carvings and many Native American artists too, 928-284-9627 or http://www.bellrockartshows.com

AUG 28 2015 - AUG 29 2015

Sedona Bike & Brew

Sedona - Sedona Golf Resort

Sedona Bike & Brew – Sedona Golf Resort, open to mountain bikers of all ages and skill levels, race or just have fun on a six-mile track over 18 golf course holes, 80 acres of fairways with  tee boxes, cart paths, and natural and manmade features – for a truly unique and high energy experience,  categories include Pro and Sport (less-competitive) divisions for men and women, a junior division for ages 13-17, ages 6-12 and ages 6 and under, http://www.sedonagolfresort.com/race

SEP 4 2015 - SEP 6 2015

Oak Creek Arts & Crafts Shows

Sedona - Village of Oak Creek

Oak Creek Arts & Crafts Shows – Village of Oak Creek, located on scenic Hwy 179, the Gateway to Sedona, take home your own personal piece of the Southwest, free, 9 am – 6 pm, 760-985-7773 or http://www.oakcreekartsandcraftsshows.com

SEP 12 2015

43rd Annual Fiesta Del Tlaquepaque

Sedona - Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village

43rd Annual Fiesta Del Tlaquepaque - Mexican style celebration; headlining the Fiesta is mosaico flamenco, one of the most innovative & inspiring new acoustic flamenco groups in the USA, piñatas, strolling mariachi bands, folklorico dance groups, Flamenco/classical guitarists, artists, food, free, 10 am - 5 pm, 928-282-4838 or http://www.tlaq.com

SEP 12 2015 - SEP 13 2015

Art & Craft Show

Sedona - Bell Rock Plaza Sedona

Art & Craft Show - Bell Rock Plaza, between 35-55 artists with paintings, leather, jewelry, wood, metal, fountains, carvings and many Native American artists too, 928-284-9627 or http://www.bellrockartshows.com

SEP 18 2015 - SEP 20 2015

Oak Creek Arts & Crafts Shows

Sedona - Sedona's Village of Oak Creek

Oak Creek Arts & Crafts Shows – Sedona’s Village of Oak Creek, in the Red Rock Country of Sedona, located on scenic Highway 179, take home your own personal piece of the Southwest, free, 9 am – 6 pm, 760-985-7773 or http://oakcreekartsandcraftsshows.com

SEP 25 2015

50’s & 60’s Graffiti Gold Show

Sedona - Sound Bites

50’s & 60’s Graffiti Gold Show – Sound Bites, 90-minute trip back to those special days of Rock ‘n’ Roll, music and memories with Tom Tayback and the Daddy O’s, $20, 7:30 pm, 800-838-3006 or http://GraffitiGoldShow.com

SEP 26 2015 - SEP 27 2015

Sedona WineFest 2015

Sedona - Sedona Airport

Sedona WineFest 2015 – Sedona Airport, his two-day wine festival celebrates the wine growing industry of Arizona and will feature great wines from the Verde Valley, Prescott & the Southern Arizona Regions, enjoy Sedona cuisine, live music, vendors, an exclusive Premium wine area, enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic red rocks, 11 am – 5 pm, 928-284-8657 orhttp://www.sedonawinefest.com/

OCT 10 2015 - OCT 11 2015

25th Annual Sedona Arts Festival & Artist Invitational

Sedona - Red Rock High School

25th Annual Sedona Arts Festival & Artist Invitational - Red Rock H.S., 150 new and returning fine artists from across the country, live entertainment, Kidzone, food and this year features the Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition, $8-10, Sat. 10 am - 5 pm, Sun. 10 am – 4 pm, 928-204-9456 or http://www.SedonaArtsFestival.org

OCT 17 2015 - OCT 24 2015

11th Annual Plein Air Festival

Sedona - Main Street

11th Annual Plein Air Festival – Main Street in Uptown Sedona, see nationally and locally recognized Plein Air artists creating paintings of their surroundings in the open air, visit with more than 20 artists in action along the sidewalks and in courtyards and plazas, free, 928-204-2390 or 928-282-3809 or http://www.sedonaartscenter.com

OCT 20 2015 - OCT 24 2015

3rd Annual Marigold Mural Project for Dia de Los Muertos

Sedona - Tlaquepaque

3rd Annual Marigold Mural Project for Dia de Los Muertos– Tlaquepaque, visitors and community members can honor the loss of loved ones in their lives and connect with one another though art and public expression, all week the public is invited to paint on the mural, it is a happy and colorful celebration where death takes on a lively, friendly expression, free, http://www.tlaq.com

OCT 23 2015 - OCT 25 2015

Oak Creek Arts & Crafts Shows

Sedona - Sedona’s Village of Oak Creek

Oak Creek Arts & Crafts Shows – Sedona’s Village of Oak Creek, in the Red Rock Country of Sedona, located on scenic Highway 179, take home your own personal piece of the Southwest, free, 9 am – 6 pm, 760-985-7773 or http://oakcreekartsandcraftsshows.com

OCT 24 2015

Dia de Los Muertos Celebration

Sedona - Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village

Dia de Los Muertos Celebration – Tlaquepaque, expand your knowledge of the holiday through the beauty and creativity of Ofrenda installations by joining and making a personal offering for those special friends, family members or even pets that might be missed, free, http://www.tlaq.com

OCT 31 2015

29th Annual Safe & Fun Trick or Treating in Uptown

Sedona

29th Annual Safe & Fun Trick or Treating in Uptown – Uptown merchants welcome all good ghouls and ghosts, decorated storefronts and costumed characters hand out treats, free, 5-8 pm, http://www.sedonamainstreet.com

OCT 31 2015

Art & Craft Show

Sedona - Bell Rock Plaza Sedona

Art & Craft Show - Bell Rock Plaza, between 35-55 artists with paintings, leather, jewelry, wood, metal, fountains, carvings and many Native American artists too, 928-284-9627 or http://www.bellrockartshows.com

NOV 1 2015

Art & Craft Show

Sedona - Bell Rock Plaza Sedona

Art & Craft Show - Bell Rock Plaza, between 35-55 artists with paintings, leather, jewelry, wood, metal, fountains, carvings and many Native American artists too, 928-284-9627 or http://www.bellrockartshows.com

FLAGSTAFF EVENTS

JUL 1 2015 - JUL 31 2015

Arizona Snowbowl's Scenic Skyride

Flagstaff - Arizona Snowbowl

Arizona Snowbowl's Scenic Skyride - the easiest way to see northern Arizona is by taking the skyride, ranger talks at the top, Fri-Sun., $10-15, 10 am - 4 pm, 928-779-1951 or http://www.arizonasnowbowl.com

JUL 1 2015 - JUL 31 2015

Journey

Flagstaff - Coconino Center for the Arts

Journey – Coconino Center for the Arts, featuring the artwork of Sei Saito, an accomplished Japanese artist living in Flagstaff. Saito creates large-scale acrylic paintings ranging in size as big as 8 feet tall, http://flagartscouncil.org

JUL 9 2015

Summer Concert Series: Dutch Holly

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Dutch Holly - Heritage Square, dreamy hook-filled pop craftsmanship, fans of smart, sweet tempered tunes will love this ensemble, 5 pm, http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

JUL 10 2015 - JUL 12 2015

30th Annual Summer Showcase Arizona Antique Show

Flagstaff - Coconino County Fairgrounds

30th Annual Summer Showcase Arizona Antique Show - Coconino County Fairgrounds, $3, Fri-Sat 9 am - 5 pm, Sun 10 am - 4 pm, 602-717-7337 or http://www.azantiqueshow.com

JUL 11 2015

32nd Annual Plant Sale and Penstemon Festival

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

32nd Annual Plant Sale and Penstemon Festival - The Arboretum at Flagstaff, features native plants for the home garden, gifts & books, special activities, tours, children's craft activities, free, 10 am - 4 pm, 928-774-1442 or http://www.thearb.org

JUL 11 2015 - JUL 12 2015

Flagstaff Mineral and Jewelry Expo and Sale

Flagstaff - Flagstaff High School

Flagstaff Mineral and Jewelry Expo and Sale - Flagstaff High School, earth’s bounty from much of the world on display and for sale, regional vendors offer unique mineral specimens, crystals, gemstones, jewelry, findings, beads, fossils, cutting material and lapidary equipment, original jewelry designs, gem and mineral specimens in both rough and cut-and-polished, Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 10 am - 4 pm, 928-554-4615 or http://www.facebook.com/CKM-Productions-LLC

JUL 11 2015

Movies on the Square: SpongeBob Out of Water

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: SpongeBob Out of Water – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Heartwood, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm,http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

JUL 12 2015

31st Annual Mountain Man Triathlon

Flagstaff - Lake Mary

31st Annual Mountain Man Triathlon - Lake Mary, Sprint: swim 700 meters, bike 10.6 miles, run 3.1 miles; Olympic: swim 1500 meters, bike 24.9 miles, run 6.2 miles, spectators free, 6:30 am, 928-526-8761 or http://www.mountainmanevents.com

JUL 15 2015 - JUL 18 2015

Celebrate! Quilt Camp & Show

Flagstaff - Radisson Woodlands Hotel

Celebrate! Quilt Camp & Show – Radisson Woodlands Hotel, premier show and camp, quilt classes, lectures, retreat, show, goody-bag, entrance into the Quilt Challenge, national and regional teachers, give-aways, keynote speaker Patrick Lose, Quilt-'til-you-wilt night-time sewing room, a service project and show and tell, 928-526-9403 or http://www.celebratequilts.com

JUL 15 2015

Hot Summer Nights Trail Race Series

Flagstaff - Flagstaff Nordic Center

Hot Summer Nights Trail Race Series – Flagstaff Nordic Center, 3 races, each of the three courses will be different than the next, marked with orange pin flags, ribbon and directional arrows, no aid for the 3K, one aid station for the 5K and 7K, tonight is the 5K, post-race enjoy the bonfire (fire conditions permitting) with snacks and beverages, 6:30 pm, $10-30, http://www.teamrunflagstaff.com

JUL 16 2015

Summer Concert Series: Chris Laterzo

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Chris Laterzo - Heritage Square, LA-based Laterzo brings his alt-country folk-rock sound to Flagstaff, 5 pm,http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

JUL 18 2015

Sumer Astronomy

Flagstaff - Walnut Canyon Visitor Center

Sumer Astronomy – Walnut Canyon Visitor Center, solar viewing from 1-4 pm, astronomy presentation at 8 pm, telescope viewing constellation tours at 8:45 pm, 928-526-3367

JUL 18 2015 - JUL 19 2015

18th Annual Arizona Highland Celtic Festival

Flagstaff

18th Annual Arizona Highland Celtic Festival - Foxglenn Park, celebrating all things Celtic, music, piping, athletics, whisky tasting, educational workshops, vendors, historical reenactment, clans and societies and a kids area, $15 or $25/2-day, Sat 9 am - 6 pm, Sun 10 am – 4 pm, 928-556-3161 or http://www.nachs.info

JUL 18 2015

Absolute Bikes Taylor House Benefit Century Bicycle Ride

Flagstaff

Absolute Bikes Taylor House Benefit Century Bicycle Ride – with 95-, 65-, 45-, and 30-mile options, through Flagstaff area and northern Arizona, rest stops, lunch at start/finish, benefits the Taylor House for friends/family of patients of the Flagstaff Medical Center, 6 am, $55 minimum donation, 928-779-5969 or http://www.absolutebikes.net

JUL 18 2015

Movies on the Square: Home

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Home – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Dharma Burns, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm,http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

JUL 23 2015

Summer Concert Series: Soul Country

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Lucky Lenny - Heritage Square, performing original and cover tunes ranging from Americana, folk, country, rock, and funkiness, 5 pm, http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

JUL 25 2015

Wildflower Walks

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

Wildflower Walks - The Arboretum at Flagstaff, a special wildflower walk that will focus on the native species in bloom at this time of year, sign-up upon arrival, 9:30-11:30 am, 928-774-1442 or http://www.thearb.org

JUL 25 2015

7th Annual National Day of the Cowboy

Flagstaff - C-A-L Ranch Store

7th Annual National Day of the Cowboy – C-A-L Ranch Store, promoted by Coconino Natural Resource Conservation District, celebrates our Western & Ranching Heritage, activities include land stewardship workshops, ranching and conservation agency displays, horsemanship and equine demonstrations, children’s activities and live entertainment, free, 8 am – 4 pm, 928-220-1288 orhttp://nationaldayofthecowboy.com/wordpress/?tribe_events=flagstaff-az-cal-ranch-national-day-of-the-cowboy

JUL 25 2015

Movies on the Square: Night at the Museum

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Night at the Museum – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Hannah Staudinger, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm,http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

JUL 26 2015

Summer Soiree

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

Summer Soiree – The Arboretum at Flagstaff, catered dinner in the gardens with music, silent and live auctions, fundraising event, $100 for individual tickets; table sponsor options available, 4:30 pm, 928-774-1442 or http://www.thearb.org

JUL 30 2015 - JUL 31 2015

22nd Annual Beat-the-Heat Fun Fly

Flagstaff

22nd Annual Beat-the-Heat Fun Fly – Flyers Power Field, an open fly-in for RC pilots of all ages & skills, spectators are welcome to view and interact with the pilots, spectators are free, http://www.flagstaffflyers.com

JUL 30 2015

Summer Concert Series: Soul Country

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Soul Country - Heritage Square, a desert rock band hailing from Phoenix, playing various gigs from large festivals to intimate club gigs, 5 pm, http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

AUG 1 2015

37th Annual 2015 Machine Solutions Run & Walk for Kids

Flagstaff - Fort Tuthill County Fairgrounds

37th Annual 2015 Machine Solutions Run & Walk for Kids – Ft. Tuthill County Fairgrounds, 2K, 5K, 10K run in the cool pines, benefits the Children’s Health Center at Flagstaff Medical Center, 6:30 am registration, http://tinyurl.com/ot3m3ra

AUG 1 2015 - AUG 2 2015

66th Annual Navajo Festival of Arts and Culture

Flagstaff - Museum of Northern Arizona

66th Annual Navajo Festival of Arts and Culture – Walk in Beauty - Museum of Northern Arizona, more than 70 Navajo artists, storytellers and cultural interpreters from many clans, juried awards for basketry, meet basket makers creating works on-site, join rug weavers, silversmiths, potters, painters and storytellers to learn about the Navajo "Beauty Way" philosophy of living in harmony, hike with a Navajo ethno botanist, Pollen Trail Dancers, activities for kids, $4-7, 9 am - 5 pm, 928-774-5213 or http://www.musnaz.org

AUG 1 2015

August Evening Concert

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

August Evening Concert – The Arboretum at Flagstaff, in the gardens under the shade of the cool pines, bring a picnic dinner, beer and wine for sale, this month, $13-16, 5:30 pm, 928-774-1442 or http://www.thearb.org

AUG 1 2015

Scavenger Blitz Flagstaff 2015

Flagstaff - Collins Irish Pub

Scavenger Blitz Flagstaff 2015 – Collins Irish Pub, fun urban adventure, teams of two to ten solve clues, travel to local points of interest and complete fun challenges while discovering the city in a new way, 5-8 miles and takes 1.5-4 hours to complete, teams may use public transportation but may not use bikes, cabs or private vehicles, part after the event, $70, 11 am, http://www.sierraadventuresports.com

AUG 1 2015 - AUG 31 2015

Arizona Snowbowl's Scenic Skyride

Flagstaff - Arizona Snowbowl

Arizona Snowbowl's Scenic Skyride - the easiest way to see northern Arizona is by taking the skyride, ranger talks at the top, Fri-Sun., $10-15, 10 am - 4 pm, 928-779-1951 or http://www.arizonasnowbowl.com

AUG 1 2015 - AUG 15 2015

Journey

Flagstaff - Coconino Center for the Arts

Journey – Coconino Center for the Arts, featuring the artwork of Sei Saito, an accomplished Japanese artist living in Flagstaff. Saito creates large-scale acrylic paintings ranging in size as big as 8 feet tall, http://flagartscouncil.org

AUG 1 2015 - AUG 2 2015

22nd Annual Beat-the-Heat Fun Fly

Flagstaff

22nd Annual Beat-the-Heat Fun Fly – Flyers Power Field, an open fly-in for RC pilots of all ages & skills, spectators are welcome to view and interact with the pilots, spectators are free, http://www.flagstaffflyers.com

AUG 1 2015

Movies on the Square: Back to the Future 1 and 2

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Back to the Future 1 and 2 – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Lucky Lenny, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm,http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

AUG 5 2015

Hot Summer Nights Trail Race Series

Flagstaff - Flagstaff Nordic Center

Hot Summer Nights Trail Race Series – Flagstaff Nordic Center, 3 races, each of the three courses will be different than the next, marked with orange pin flags, ribbon and directional arrows, no aid for the 3K, tonight is the 3K, post-race enjoy the bonfire (fire conditions permitting) with snacks and beverages, 6:30 pm, $10-30, http://www.teamrunflagstaff.com/

AUG 6 2015

Summer Concert Series: Burnett Family Bluegrass

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Burnett Family Bluegrass - Heritage Square, a national award winning, all-family bluegrass band, founded in 1993, 5 pm, http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

AUG 7 2015

First Friday Art Walk presented by Flagstaff Cultural Partners

Flagstaff

First Friday Art Walk presented by Flagstaff Cultural Partners – Historic Downtown Flagstaff, live music and refreshment, meet local artists, shop for original artwork, free, 6-9 pm, 928-773-2300 or http://www.FlagstaffArtWalk.com

AUG 8 2015

38th Annual Dave McKay Memorial Run Big Brothers/Big Sisters Half Marathon, Half Marathon Walk & 5K Fun Run

Flagstaff - Wheeler Park

38th Annual Dave McKay Memorial Run Big Brothers/Big Sisters Half Marathon, Half Marathon Walk & 5K Fun Run – Wheeler Park, one of the oldest half marathons in Arizona, pre-race pasta dinner the night before, more than 400 runners from around the country, climb 700 feet to the top of Observatory Mesa, $, 7:30 am, http://www.bbbsf.com/events/half-marathon/

AUG 8 2015

Movies on the Square: Muppets Most Wanted

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Muppets Most Wanted – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Me and Chris, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm, http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

AUG 13 2015

Summer Concert Series: Heartwood

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Heartwood - Heritage Square, an all-female acoustic group steeped in Americana, folk, and bluegrass, 5 pm,http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

AUG 15 2015

Sumer Astronomy

Flagstaff - Walnut Canyon Visitor Center

Sumer Astronomy – Sunset Crater Visitor Center, solar viewing from 1-4 pm, astronomy presentation at 8 pm, telescope viewing constellation tours at 8:45 pm, 928-526-0502 ext. 224

AUG 15 2015

American Cancer Society’s Climb to Conquer Cancer

Flagstaff - Arizona Snowbowl

American Cancer Society’s Climb to Conquer Cancer – Arizona Snowbowl, join hundreds of climbers on a seven-mile walk up the paved road to Snowbowl, 7 am, 928-526-2896 or http://www.flagstaffclimb.com

AUG 15 2015 - AUG 16 2015

Mountain Air Dressage Show & Dressage in the Pines Show

Flagstaff - Fort Tuthill

Mountain Air Dressage Show & Dressage in the Pines Show – Fort Tuthill County Park, equestrian dressage show, Olympic sport where horse and rider compete by riding a pattern in an arena, 100 competitors and 3 rings,  free, 7 am – 4 pm, 602-942-6062 orhttp://www.azdressage.org

AUG 15 2015

Movies on the Square: Goonies

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Goonies – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Dutch Holly, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm, http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

AUG 16 2015

31st Annual Mountain Man Triathlon

Flagstaff - Lake Mary

31st Annual Mountain Man Triathlon - Lake Mary, Sprint: swim 700 meters, bike 10.6 miles, run 3.1 miles; Olympic: swim 1500 meters, bike 24.9 miles, run 6.2 miles, spectators free, 6:30 am, 928-526-8761 or http://www.trifind.net or http://www.mountainmanevents.com

AUG 20 2015

Summer Concert Series: The Shepherd's Tone

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: The Shepherd's Tone - Heritage Square, Flagstaff musicians making joyful noise of the folk, rock, and blues variety, 5 pm, http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

AUG 21 2015 - AUG 22 2015

Mushroom Festival

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

Mushroom Festival - The Arboretum at Flagstaff, 928-774-1442 or http://www.thearb.org

AUG 22 2015 - AUG 23 2015

18th Annual Flagstaff Open Studios

Flagstaff

18th Annual Flagstaff Open Studios – featuring more than 80 studios, the self-guided studio tour spotlights a variety of art media, meet local art stars, including painters, sculptors, fiber arts, glass works, jewelers, photographers, stained glass, weavers and hands-on art projects for children, 10 am - 5 pm, 928-779-2300 or http://www.Flagstaff-Arts.org

AUG 22 2015

14th Annual Absolute Bikes Old-Fashioned Mountain Bike Race

Flagstaff - Coconino National Forest

14th Annual Absolute Bikes Old-Fashioned Mountain Bike Race – Coconino National Forest, a race for mountain bikers of all abilities benefiting the food bank, 9 am – 3 pm, 928-779-5969 or http://www.absolutebikes.net/flag_frset.html

AUG 22 2015

Gaspin’ in the Aspen Summer Woods Run

Flagstaff - Flagstaff Nordic Center

Gaspin’ in the Aspen Summer Woods Run – Flagstaff Nordic Center, off-road races through the aspens and pines, distances include a 15K, 5K and 1K kid’s kilo, to preserve the aspen groves, $5-60, 8 am, 928-600-0385 or http://www.FlagstaffNordicCenter.com

AUG 22 2015

Movies on the Square: Earth to Echo

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Earth to Echo – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Melissa Cripps, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm, http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

AUG 27 2015

Summer Concert Series: Planet Sandwich

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Planet Sandwich - Heritage Square, an original American rock band based in Flagstaff , a party-mix of beatle-esque pop, 90s rock, ska and country, 5 pm, http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

AUG 29 2015

Wildflower Walks

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

Wildflower Walks - The Arboretum at Flagstaff, a special wildflower walk that will focus on the native species in bloom at this time of year, sign-up upon arrival, walks are limited to 20 participants, 9:30-11:30 am, 928-774-1442 or http://www.thearb.org

AUG 29 2015

5th Annual BarnBurner 104

Flagstaff - C & C Ranch

5th Annual BarnBurner 104 – C&C Ranch, endurance mountain bike racing at its Western best, 26-mile (1 loop), 52-mile (2 loops) and 104-mile (4 loops) distance options on Forest Service roads, not technically challenging, considered a "roadie" course, or beginner friendly(ish) and fast for those with more experience, a few sketchy spots to keep you honest and climbs to make your lungs hurt a bit, 6 am, http://www.getsetusa.com/arizona/calendar.php or http://www.barnburnermtb.com

AUG 29 2015

Movies on the Square: Cinderella (2015)

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Cinderella (2015) – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Al Rakasaat Turkish, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm,http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

SEP 1 2015 - SEP 30 2015

Arizona Snowbowl's Scenic Skyride

Flagstaff - Arizona Snowbowl

Arizona Snowbowl's Scenic Skyride - the easiest way to see northern Arizona is by taking the skyride, ranger talks at the top, Fri-Sun., $10-15, 10 am - 4 pm, 928-779-1951 or http://www.arizonasnowbowl.com

SEP 3 2015

Summer Concert Series: Dave Logan Acoustic Duo

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Dave Logan Acoustic Duo - Heritage Square, folky and rootsy to jazzy and bluesy, all out funky throw-down or a country-bluegrass hoe-down-this original music is one of Flagstaff’s best offerings, 5 pm, http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

SEP 4 2015 - SEP 7 2015

66th Annual Coconino County Fair

Flagstaff - Fort Tuthill

66th Annual Coconino County Fair - Ft. Tuthill County Fairgrounds, features traditions enjoyed by the community like 4-H youth livestock shows and auction, carnival rides and games, fair food, exhibits by community members, local entertainment and national headliners, a demolition derby, pie-eating contest, watermelon-eating contest, and more, Fri-Sat 10 am – 10 pm, Mon 10 am – 4 pm, 928-679-8000 orhttp://coconino.az.gov/countyfair

SEP 5 2015 - SEP 7 2015

23rd Annual Flagstaff Art in the Park

Flagstaff - Wheeler Park

23rd Annual Flagstaff Art in the Park – Wheeler Park, arts & crafts festival, featuring juried one-of-a-kind arts and fine crafts designed and shown by the exhibitor, also non-stop music by local and regional musicians, children’s activities, food, free, Sat & Sun 9 am – 6 pm, Mon 9 am – 4 pm, 928-556-9498 or http://www.flagstaffartinthepark.com/

SEP 5 2015

September Evening Concert

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

September Evening Concert – The Arboretum at Flagstaff,  in the gardens under the shade of the cool pines, bring a picnic dinner, beer and wine for sale, this month features  $13-16, 5:30-7 pm, 928-774-1442 or http://www.thearb.org

SEP 5 2015 - SEP 30 2015

Fires of Change

Flagstaff - Coconino Center for the Arts

Fires of Change - Coconino Center for the Arts, exhibition explores through the eyes of artists, the increase in severity, size and number of wildfires in the Southwest – including the impact of climate change on this – and how wildfire impacts the land and communities, one-of-a-kind project that engages artists to give us unique insight into the epidemic of wildfire, http://flagartscouncil.org/2015/03/fires-change-exhibition/

SEP 5 2015

Movies on the Square: Ratatouille

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Ratatouille – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Global Fest, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm,http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

SEP 10 2015

Summer Concert Series: Gypsy Chicks

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Summer Concert Series: Gypsy Chicks - Heritage Square, a modern take on middle-eastern dance, 5 pm,http://www.heritagesquaretrust.org

SEP 11 2015 - SEP 15 2015

Arizona Route 66/Grand Canyon Tour

Flagstaff

Arizona Route 66/Grand Canyon Tour – drive Historic Route 66 and visit the Grand Canyon and Sedona, based in Flagstaff, for Corvette drivers of cars from 1953 to 2015, $999 includes hotels, guided tours, many meals,http://www.corvettenamerica.com/ArizonaRoute66Tour/index.htm

SEP 12 2015

H.A.H.A. Gymkhana

Flagstaff - Ft. Tuthill Posse Arena

H.A.H.A. Gymkhana – Ft. Tuthill Posse Arena, sign-ups begin at 7:30 am, includes barrels and poles and this week, Thread the Needle, 8 am – 5 pm, http://www.flagnaha.com

SEP 12 2015

Movies on the Square: Cars

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

Movies on the Square: Cars – Heritage Square, enjoy Flagstaff summer weather, each event begins with entertainment from the community, music, and then the movies start at dusk, this week features Gypsy Chicks, free, Saturdays, 5-10 pm,http://flagdba.com/movies-on-the-square/

SEP 13 2015

3rd Annual “Wine in the Woods: Wine & Food Festival

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

3rd Annual “Wine in the Woods: Wine & Food Festival – The Arboretum at Flagstaff, showcases AZ wineries and local eateries among the glorious gardens at The Arboretum, and also features world music band, Todo Mundo, $25-35, 1-5 pm,http://www.thearb.org/events_wine-in-the-woods.php

SEP 18 2015 - SEP 20 2015

10th Annual Pickin’ in the Pines Bluegrass and Acoustic Music Festival

Flagstaff - Pepsi Amphitheater

10th Annual Pickin’ in the Pines Bluegrass and Acoustic Music Festival – Pepsi Amphitheater, the best traditional and contemporary bluegrass music, complemented by other styles of acoustic music, including old-time, Celtic, gypsy jazz and more, educational workshops and a renowned band contest with more than $2000 in prizes, barn dance, kids activities, jamming, and on-site camping, Fri noon – 7 pm, Sat. 10 am – 7 pm, Sun 10 am – 5 pm, 928-525-1695 or http://pickininthepines.org/ or http://PepsiAmp.com

SEP 18 2015 - SEP 27 2015

Flagstaff Festival of Science

Flagstaff

Flagstaff Festival of Science – Exploring New Horizons - a 10-day family event featuring more than 80 free events including open houses at museums and research centers, guided hikes in the forest and at archaeological sites, star parties with astronomers at observatories, interactive science exhibits, presentations and demonstrations, explore the Grand Canyon including what scientists are still learning about its age and what ancient rocks are revealing about climate changes, step back in time to imagine the world of the prehistoric Sinagua who once inhabited Northern Arizona, free, http://www.scifest.org

SEP 19 2015

Mountain Country Music Festival

Flagstaff - Continental Driving Range

Mountain Country Music Festival – Continental Country Club Driving Range, includes live music, beer and wine, vendors, delicious food, a kid’s area and more, benefits The Military Order of the Purple Heart, 11 am – 9 pm, 928-606-7600 or http://www.FlagstaffCountry.com

SEP 26 2015 - SEP 27 2015

6th Annual Hopi Festival at Heritage Square

Flagstaff - Heritage Square

6th Annual Hopi Festival at Heritage Square – Heritage Square, this celebration of Hopi and other native cultures will include social dances, music and traditional and contemporary art, Hopi artisans include potters, carvers, weavers and painters with notable names, notable Navajo artists include painters, jewelers and a sculptor, the Hopi Paqavi Dance Group is scheduled to perform, traditional foods, 9 am – 5 pm, http://www.hopiallnativefestival.com/ or http://www.flagstaff365.com/

SEP 26 2015 - SEP 27 2015

Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Stagecoach Line Ultra & Relay

Flagstaff

Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Stagecoach Line Ultra & Relay – Coconino Hotshots Ranch, run the historic stagecoach route between Flagstaff and Grand Canyon on the Arizona Trail, under Humphreys Peak, through aspen groves and ponderosa pines, Hart Prairie Preserve, Babbitt Ranch and finish near the South Rim of Grand Canyon, solo 100-mile and 55K races and 2-, 4-, 6-, and 8-person 100-mile relay teams, this  ultra features some of Arizona’s most incredible scenery, and benefits the Arizona Trail Association, http://www.aztrail.org/ultrarun/ or http://arizonaroadracers.com

SEP 26 2015

Furry 4th Annual Bear Jaw Groove

Flagstaff - Fort Tuthill

Furry 4th Annual Bear Jaw Groove – Fort Tuthill, 12-hour mountain bike race, solo, duo, 4-person and corporate classes, kids races, 14 miles of mostly single track with 600 ft. of climbing per lap, http://bearjawgroove.com

SEP 26 2015

Festival of Science Open House

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

Festival of Science Open House – The Flagstaff Arboretum, a celebration of science and nature in the gardens especially for families, scientist lab demonstrations, and children can participate in a scavenger hunt and hands-on activities, free, 9 am - 1 pm, 928-233-3210  or http://www.thearb.org/events_open-house.php

OCT 1 2015 - OCT 11 2015

Arizona Snowbowl's Scenic Skyride

Flagstaff - Arizona Snowbowl

Arizona Snowbowl's Scenic Skyride - the easiest way to see northern Arizona is by taking the skyride, ranger talks at the top, Fri-Sun., $10-15, 10 am - 4 pm, 928-779-1951 or http://www.arizonasnowbowl.com

OCT 1 2015 - OCT 31 2015

Fires of Change

Flagstaff - Coconino Center for the Arts

Fires of Change - Coconino Center for the Arts, exhibition explores through the eyes of artists, the increase in severity, size and number of wildfires in the Southwest – including the impact of climate change on this – and how wildfire impacts the land and communities, one-of-a-kind project that engages artists to give us unique insight into the epidemic of wildfire, http://flagartscouncil.org/2015/03/fires-change-exhibition/

OCT 2 2015 - OCT 3 2015

U.S. Skyrunner Series Finale

Flagstaff

U.S. Skyrunner Series Finale – weekend long trail running festival features a Vertical Kilometer on Friday up the ski runs at The Arizona Snowbowl Ski Resort, on Saturday a point to point 39 Kilometer Sky Race and 55 Kilometer Sky Ultra will start near Flagstaff and follow along the mountains and peaks to a high point of 11,500 feet, all races will finish at the Arizona Snowbowl Ski Resort at 9200 feet,http://aravaiparunning.com/network/flagstaff

OCT 3 2015

7th Annual Flagstaff Oktoberfest

Flagstaff - Wheeler Park

7th Annual Flagstaff Oktoberfest – Wheeler Park, a yodeling contest, costume contest, Satchmo’s brat eating contest, enter the Findlay Volkswagen Stuff the Bug contest, beer, brats and live music, benefits Flagstaff Ski and Snowboard Team, $5, 11 am – 8 pm, 928-606-7600 or http://flagstaffoktoberfest.com

OCT 7 2015 - OCT 11 2015

13th Annual Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival

Flagstaff - Orpheum Theater - Flagstaff

13th Annual Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival – The Orpheum Theatre, a series of screenings, offers independent documentary films, topics range from indigenous studies, extreme sports, international topics and environmental issues, 928-556-1580 orhttp://www.flagstaffmountainfilms.org

OCT 10 2015

16th Annual Soulstice Mountain Trail Run

Flagstaff - Sunset Trailhead

16th Annual Soulstice Mountain Trail Run - Sunset Trailhead, 10K ultra/trail, 11.5 mile Ultra/Trail, high-altitude cross-country footrace along forest service road and forest trail with course elevation between 7900 and 8800 ft., two loops in a figure-8, 8 am, 928-600-3685 orhttp://www.natra.org or http://www.arizonaroadracers.com

OCT 24 2015

6th Annual Pumpkin Walk

Flagstaff - The Arboretum at Flagstaff

6th Annual Pumpkin Walk – The Arboretum at Flagstaff, bring your flashlight for a walk through the gardens following a path illuminated by creatively carved pumpkins, enjoy hot cider, a fire pit, and nocturnal animal displays, join the fun and come in costume, 6-8 pm, 928-774-1442 orhttp://www.thearb.org

OCT 25 2015 - OCT 26 2015

12th Annual Celebraciones de la Gente

Flagstaff - Museum of Northern Arizona

12th Annual Celebraciones de la Gente - Museum of Northern Arizona, for Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead, transforming grief into celebration, this ritual pays homage to the lives of lost loved ones by inviting them back to enjoy their favorite music, and foods and to honor their contributions in life, families bring ofrendas (alters) from their homes to share in a courtyard exhibit, illuminated by candles and luminarias, $6-10, 9 am - 5 pm, 928-774-5213 or http://www.musnaz.org