Friday, April 11, 2014

Spring Events in Northern, Arizona


Northern & Central Arizona Events


SEDONA, ARIZONA

APRIL
April 19:
CELEBRATION OF SPRING- On April 19, from 9:00 am - 12:00 p.m., $2/Child, Free for adults. Posse Grounds Park, Multi Use Field. It's more than just an egg hunt, it's a celebration of Spring! Egg hunts by age division, scavenger hunts for kids 9-12 years old, carnival rides, inflatables, pony rides, face painting, vendors and more! Pre-purchase tickets.SedonaAZ.gov/Parks
April 25-27:
SEDONA OPEN STUDIOS TOUR - The 11th Annual Open Studios Tour takes place April 25-27 from 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. each day. This is an opportunity to visit with artists in their own work environments and gain a deeper understanding of the creative process. The event is free. Contact Mike Upp mjupp10@gmail.com or call 503-789-4437.SedonaArtistsCoalition.org
MAY
May 3:
CINCO DE MAYO- Immerse yourself in a colorful Fiesta saluting a rich heritage on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Tlaquepaque. Enjoy the festivities while cheering and whistling to the music of mariachi musicians, clapping to the steps of folklórico dancers and savoring traditional Mexican foods at Tlaquepaque’s famed El Rincon Restaurante. 928-282-4838 Tlaq.com
May 17-18: 
BIKE MS: RIDE THE VORTEX- Join us for Bike MS: Ride the Vortex, Arizona’s premier cycling event! We have route options for every level of cyclist, ranging from 30-150 miles; you will surely find a route fit for you. Enjoy delicious meals and strong support, with rest stops every 15 miles, bike mechanics and SAG vehicles. A fantastic festival awaits you on Saturday afternoon with great food, music, a beer garden, massage tent and fun entertainment.BikeMSarizona.org
May 22-25:
SFS SHOTS FILM FESTIVAL- The Sedona Film School (SFS) hosts a film festival every year on Memorial Day weekend. All graduates of SFS screen their thesis films at our annual SFS Shorts Film and the audience gets to vote! You may be inspired to make your own film. Call 928-649-4257 for details. SedonaFilmSchool.com
May 29 – June 1:
ILLUMINATE FILM FESTIVAL- The country's premiere film festival and launching platform for mind-body-spirit cinema. Join a world-class immersive, soul-centered workshops, panels, and excursions complement film screenings, featuring expert facilitators, and new thought-leaders. Please join and be inspired. Contact info@illuminatefilmfestival.com.IlluminateFilmFestival.com
JUNE
June 4-9: 
SEDONA PHOTOFEST- Experience Sedona in June when monsoon skies and brilliant sunsets against the beautiful Red Rocks make this location a photographer's dream. Learn from a select group of master photographers with in-depth areas of expertise and an opportunity to catch the majesty and magic of Sedona's landscape each day. Workshops, lectures, FREE day of events. Presented by Sedona Arts Center 928-282-3809 SedonaPhotoFest.org
June 7-8:
SEDONA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL- The 8th Annual Festival and Institute takes place June 7-8, 2014 at Los Abrigados Resort and Spa, Creekside. This event showcases established and emerging Bluegrass artists from around the USA with concerts, workshops and more. All events are open to the public. 928-204-2415SedonaBluegrassFestival.org


FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA
  1. Earth Day 2014 Vendor Registration

    April 19, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM @ Flagstaff City Hall South Lawn
    Vendor registration for Earth Day 2014 is now open! The City of Flagstaff and the Sustainability Commission wish to invite all local organizations and vendors with a focus on sustainability to participate in Earth Day 2014. Earth Day will take place on Saturday, April 19th, from 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM at the Flagstaff City Hall South Lawn. All vendors and exhibitors must register by 3/19/2014 or by 2/19/2014 for specific table location requests. Register to the website provided. Contact Marty Jacobson with any questions.
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  1. First Friday ArtWalk

    May 2, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Historic Downtown Flagstaff
    Downtown Flagstaff's First Friday ArtWalk features new art exhibitions in galleries, transformed spaces, restaurants and other businesses. Downtown Flagstaff is transformed into an art mecca and street party, as musicians play live music on the streets, performers overtake Heritage Square, and art comes to life.
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  1. Mother's Day Fashion Show and Luncheon

    May 10, 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM @ Joe C. Montoya Community and Senior Center
    245 N Thorpe Rd
    FlagstaffAZ 86001
    Mothers, daughters, sisters, and grandmas - Join us for a fun day of fashion and food. Sponsored by Dillard's Department Store
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  1. First Friday ArtWalk

    June 6, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Historic Downtown Flagstaff
    Downtown Flagstaff's First Friday ArtWalk features new art exhibitions in galleries, transformed spaces, restaurants and other businesses. Downtown Flagstaff is transformed into an art mecca and street party, as musicians play live music on the streets, performers overtake Heritage Square, and art comes to life.
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  2. Flagstaff Wine and Food Festival

    June 7, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill Park
    Attend the 5th Annual Flagstaff Wine & Food Festival and try exquisite wines from international and domestic wineries! The festival includes tastings of high-end craft beer, spirits and let's not forget the signature culinary creations of renowned restuarants! It's a delicious day you don't want to miss!
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  1. First Friday ArtWalk

    July 4, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Historic Downtown Flagstaff
    Downtown Flagstaff's First Friday ArtWalk features new art exhibitions in galleries, transformed spaces, restaurants and other businesses. Downtown Flagstaff is transformed into an art mecca and street party, as musicians play live music on the streets, performers overtake Heritage Square, and art comes to life.
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PRESCOTT, ARIZONA

Prescott's 150th Birthday Community Photo @ East side of the Yavapai County Courthouse | Prescott | Arizona | United StatesPrescott's 150th Birthday Community Photo 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm Cultural Celebration
You are invited to be part of history – The Prescott 150th Birthday Community Photo! As part of the celebration of Prescott’s Sesquicentennial 
The Whiskey Off-Road Mountain Bike Race @ Downtown Prescott



The Whiskey Off Road Mountain Bike Race  |  Apr 25 – April 27, 2014 ALL-DAY Athletic Event Concerts Entertainment Performing Arts

Join Epic Rides, the City of Prescott and our musical guests as we present a tide raising event for the American mountain bike scene
36th Annual Whiskey Row Marathon @ Downtown Prescott

6:00 am – 12:00 pm
Whiskey Row Marathon
One of the most challenging in the U.S. Includes marathon, half marathon, 10K & 2 mile fun run/walk. With distances from 2 to 26.2  


Prescott 2014 6th Annual Chalk it Up! @ National Bank of Arizona Parking Lot | Española | New Mexico | United States


Prescott's 2014 6th Annual Chalk it Up Event 
 May 3 – May 5, 2014 ALL-DAY Art

Chalk it UP! Prescott is a free community event intended to cultivate and support the creativity in people of all ages and abilities. 
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