Arizona annual events
Browse established fairs, festivals, cultural celebrations, food events, and outdoor gatherings from every part of the state.
25 annual events listed
Arts & Culture
Tucson · Southern Arizona
Usually early November; check the official schedule
A community-created procession and ceremonial gathering honoring loved ones through art, performance, and remembrance.
Admission
Free public procession; donations support the event
Family Events
Mesa · Central Arizona
July 4; check the official schedule
Downtown Mesa's Independence Day celebration features family activities, patriotic displays, food, entertainment, and fireworks.
Admission
Free admission; food and purchases cost extra
Heritage
Gold Canyon · Central Arizona
Usually weekends from February through March; check the official schedule
A large themed village with stage shows, artisan shops, food, demonstrations, and family-friendly entertainment.
Admission
Ticketed; food, games, and purchases cost extra
Fairs
Phoenix · Central Arizona
Usually October; check the official schedule
A statewide fair with exhibits, carnival attractions, food, live entertainment, and family activities.
Admission
Ticketed; some promotions and activities may cost extra
Family Events
Chandler · Central Arizona
Usually March; check the official schedule
A long-running community festival with concerts, attractions, food, rides, and family entertainment.
Admission
Ticketed; rides and premium experiences may cost extra
Fairs
Douglas · Southern Arizona
Usually September; check the official schedule
A county tradition centered on agriculture, youth exhibits, livestock, entertainment, food, and carnival activities.
Admission
Ticketed; rides and some attractions cost extra
Fairs
Flagstaff · Northern Arizona
Labor Day weekend; check the official schedule
A family-friendly county fair with agriculture, livestock, community exhibits, entertainment, food, and carnival rides.
Admission
Ticketed; carnival rides cost extra
Family Events
Flagstaff · Northern Arizona
Usually late September and early October; check the official schedule
A multi-day community science festival with talks, tours, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and programs for all ages.
Admission
Most festival programs are free; registration may be required
Arts & Culture
Fountain Hills · Central Arizona
Usually February and November; check the official schedule
A large outdoor art market featuring hundreds of artists, craftspeople, food vendors, and live entertainment.
Admission
Free admission and parking; purchases cost extra
Family Events
Lake Havasu City · Western Arizona
Usually January; check the official schedule
A lakeside festival with hot-air balloon launches, evening glows, entertainment, food, vendors, and family activities.
Admission
Ticketed; balloon activities and premium options may cost extra
Food
Safford · Eastern Arizona
Usually September; check the official schedule
A celebration of southeastern Arizona food and culture with salsa competitions, live music, food trucks, and local vendors.
Admission
Check the official schedule for current admission and tasting details
Heritage
Window Rock · Northern Arizona
Usually September; check the official schedule
A major Navajo Nation gathering celebrating cultural heritage, agriculture, arts, community, and entertainment.
Admission
Admission and activity fees vary; check the current fair schedule
Arts & Culture
Patagonia · Southern Arizona
Usually October; check the official schedule
A small-town celebration with artisan booths, live music, local food, wine, and hands-on family activities in Patagonia Town Park.
Admission
Free admission; food, drinks, and purchases cost extra
Arts & Culture
Phoenix · Central Arizona
Usually February; check the official schedule
A public celebration of Chinese culture with performances, food, exhibits, demonstrations, and children's activities.
Admission
Festival admission is typically free; food and purchases cost extra
Arts & Culture
Phoenix · Central Arizona
Usually October; check the official schedule
An annual public celebration with community organizations, performances, vendors, educational programming, and a parade weekend.
Admission
Festival is ticketed; the parade is typically free to watch
Arts & Culture
Prescott · Northern Arizona
Usually June; check the official schedule
A downtown weekend of bluegrass performances and community gathering at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza.
Admission
Free admission; food and purchases cost extra
Family Events
Prescott · Northern Arizona
Usually early December; check the official schedule
A downtown holiday tradition combining a public parade, musical performances, courthouse lighting, and fireworks.
Admission
Free public event; purchases cost extra
Arts & Culture
Sedona · Northern Arizona
Usually late February and early March; check the official schedule
A multi-day film festival presenting independent features, documentaries, shorts, filmmaker conversations, and special events.
Admission
Ticketed; passes and individual screening options vary
Arts & Culture
Tempe · Central Arizona
Usually spring and fall; check the official schedule
A twice-yearly downtown festival with juried art, local makers, street entertainment, and food.
Admission
Free to attend; food, art, and optional experiences cost extra
Arts & Culture
Tubac · Southern Arizona
Usually February; check the official schedule
A village-wide outdoor festival featuring fine artists, craftspeople, live entertainment, food, and Tubac's galleries.
Admission
Free to browse; parking, food, and purchases cost extra
Arts & Culture
Tucson · Southern Arizona
Usually March; check the official schedule
A major literary festival with author talks, book activities, science programming, exhibitors, and family areas.
Admission
Free admission; some special programs may require reservations
Family Events
Tucson · Southern Arizona
Usually February; check the official schedule
A public gem, mineral, fossil, and earth-science show with museum-quality exhibits, dealers, lectures, and youth education.
Admission
Ticketed; children may qualify for free admission with a paying adult
Heritage
Tucson · Southern Arizona
Usually October; check the official schedule
A downtown folklife festival celebrating the region's cultures through food, music, dance, crafts, and demonstrations.
Admission
Free admission; food and purchases cost extra
Outdoor Recreation
Cottonwood · Northern Arizona
Usually late April; check the official schedule
A spring nature festival with expert-led birding trips, habitat exploration, educational programs, and a free family nature day.
Admission
Field trips and programs may be ticketed; family nature day is free
Fairs
Yuma · Western Arizona
Usually late March or early April; check the official schedule
A community fair with livestock and youth exhibits, local entertainment, food, demonstrations, and a carnival.
Admission
Ticketed; rides and some attractions cost extra
Dates, venues, admission, and event plans can change. Confirm the current schedule with the official organizer before making travel plans.