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Arizona State Fair

The Fair is Arizona's largest event, attracting over a million people in it's eighteen day run. The Fair encompasses everything from a top-notch concert series to thrilling carnival rides.

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January 6 - 9 - Arizona National Horse Show, Phoenix - The 47th annual Arizona National Quarter Horse Show runs Thursday through Sunday and includes two full split-combined (double-judged) shows. The Thursday / Friday show has a full slate of classes but does not include any youth classes. The Saturday/Sunday show includes National Qualifying Youth classes. The Quarter Horse Shows are sanctioned and approved by the American Quarter Horse Association. (602) 258-8568 (8766)

January 8 - Cave Creek Balloon Festival, Cave - Hot Air Balloons, Live Music, Arizona Skyhawks Parachute Team, Food, Beverage, Music, Dancing, Kids Zone with inflatables rides, jump houses, obstacle course, bungee jump and more. Food and Beverage from the Tonto Bar and Grill. Full service or cash concessions. (8765)

January 12 - 16 - Wings Over Willcox, Willcox - Birders take part in field trips, seminars, sky gazing, and more when they descend upon southeastern Arizona for a homecoming of sorts as tens of thousands of sandhill cranes arrive at their winter roost. 800-200-2272 (8779)

January 15 - March 27 - Celebration of Fine Art, Scottsdale - Visit 100 Artists' Studios in Less Than a Day 480-443-7695 (8768)

January 22 - Annual Bluegrass in the Park music, Yuma - Featuring world class bluegrass bands. (8144)

January 31 - February 27 - Arizona Musicfest, Scottsdale - Celebrating 20 years of music 866-488-0806 (8769)

February 4 - 6 - The Two Rivers Renaissance Faire, Yuma - History and adventure come alive on this, our fifth annual celebration. West Wetland Park (8770)

February 10 - 13 - Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, Tucson - The acclaimed Tucson Gem and Mineral Show is held every year on the second full weekend of February. It has set the standard for gem and mineral shows around the world, and is now the largest gem and mineral show in the United States. The Show is open to the public and presents retail Dealers only. Proceeds from the Show remain in the Tucson economy and are used to support mineral knowledge and appreciation. (520) 322-5773 (8780)

February 11 - Gold Rush Days And Rodeo, Wickenburg - An annual event for over 60 years, this is a celebration of Wickenburg's rich heritage. (800)942-5242 (8771)

February 12 - April 3 - Arizona Renaissance Festival, Apache Junction - The Arizona Renaissance Festival is one of the largest of the Renaissance events in the nation because it is really five Festivals all rolled into a giant, costumed fantasy village with: twelve stages of continuous live entertainment, an outdoor circus, a medieval arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament with three performances each day and a day-long feast. Open every Saturday and Sunday 520-463-2600 (8145)

February 12 - Valentine's Masquerade Ball at Devil's Martini, Scottsdale - Best Valentine's Party! Food, Prizes, Drink Specials! Starts 7PM. $20 advance, $20 door. 602-244-1577 (8922)

February 19 - 27 - Tucson Rodeo, Tucson - 520-294-8896 Tucson Rodeo Grounds (8772)

February 19 - Southwest Legends Gunfighters, Cave Creek - The headlining Wild West theatrical stunt performance team will perform at the Buffalo Chip. 602-317-8282 (8883)

February 20 - 27 - Sedona International Film Festival, Sedona - (928)282-1177 (8773)

February 24 - The Tucson Rodeo Parade, Tucson - It's been more than 80 years years since Tucson staged its first parade of the cowboys. It is now considered the nation's largest parade without motorized vehicles-just folks on horseback or riding in horse drawn coaches, buggies, and wagons. (520) 294-1280 (8781)

February 25 -28 - 2nd Annual HAVA BBQ London Bridge Style, Lake Havasu City - HAVA BBQ London Bridge Style is Arizona's Largest State BBQ Championship. 928-680-3815 (7975)

March 4 - 6 - Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival, Carefree - Travel the world over and you would be hard-pressed to find a more spectacular gathering of artists than at the Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival. (480) 837-5637 (8767)

March 12 -13 - Annual Arizona Aloha Festival, Tempe - Come experience a two-day celebration of Hawaiian and Polynesian culture with entertainment, vendors of 'island lifestyle' products, food vendors offering a variety of island culinary delights, cultural displays and demonstrations, and plenty of that infamous Hawaiian Aloha Spirit. 602-697-1824 (8146)

March 12 - 13 - Annual Litchfield Park Art & Culinary Festival, Lithfield Park - Fine Art, Wine, Food and Music. 623-734-6526 (8005)

March 26 - Annual MCAS Yuma Air Show & Open House, Yuma - 928-269-3245 (8147)

March 29 - April 3 - YUMA COUNTY FAIR, Yuma - (928) 726-4420 (8148)

April 1-20 - Arizona International Film Festival, Tucson - In April 2011, the Festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary of showcasing the very best in independent cinema. 520-882-0204 (8774)

April 5 - 10 - Scottsdale Culinary Festival, Scottsdale - As the longest running festival of its kind in the United States, the Festival draws more than 40,000 visitors looking to enjoy fabulous food, fun, festivities and ideal weather! 480-945-7193 (8662)

April 7-10 - 2011 Fiesta Days in Cave Creek, Cave Creek - Reserve these dates for great family fun! 480-488-4043 (8157)

April 13 -17 - Maricopa County Fair, Phoenix - Join us for all the fun. 602-252-0717 (8149)

April 14 -24 - Pima County Fair fair, Tucson - Come and enjoy another great fair! 520-762-9100 (8150)

April 27 - May 1 - Verde Valley Fair, Cottonwood - Welcome to the fair! 928-634-3290 (8151)

April 30 - May 1 - McDowell Mountain Music Festival, Phoenix - Experience the spirit that is cultivated when people join together and have a good time. Bring your kids. Make some friends. There is a silent auction/raffle, marketplace, drum circle, acoustic stage, Kid's Zone and more. 602-343-0453 Mayo Blvd and 68th Street (8661)

May 7 - Annual Prescott Highland, Prescott - A wide array of musicians, Scottish and Highland dancing, pipe bands, British food and drink, handmade crafts, sheepdog demonstrations, Scottish athletic competitions, genealogy tent, massed bands and march of clans. 928-237-1113 (8152)

June 3 - 12 - Annual Chaparral MusicFest, Prescott - Family concerts, master classes, recitals, community drum circle, youth camps and more. 928-777-8663 (8154)

June 4 - Woof Down Lunch with your dog, Prescott - Attendees receive handcrafted pet bowl, pet food samples, people lunch. Activities, vendors, music. 928-778-2924 Courthouse Plaza (9412)

June 18-19 - Annual Flagstaff Music Festival music, Flagstaff - Promotes local Flagstaff and Northern Arizona bands and musicians. 928-699-0119 Heritage Square (8155)

June 28 - July 4 - Annual Frontier Days & World's Oldest Rodeo, Prescott - Parade, booths, fireworks, continuous entertainment, food, softball tournament, carnival, melodramas, family entertainment, rodeo,dances, 10K & 2-mile runs and more. (928) 445-3103 Rodeo Grounds (8156)

August 12 -14 - Vigilante Days, Tombstone - You are all invited to help the Tombstone Vigilantes celebrate their 63nd year of service to Tombstone, Cochise County and our great state of Arizona. 888-457-3929 (8153)

September 24 - 25 - Fall Apple Festival, Pine - 4th Annual Fall Apple Festival in Pine, AZ. (928) 476-3655 (9962)

October 7-9 - Wayne Wilson Children's Charity Rodeo & Carnival, Cave Creek - Carnival rides, exhibitions, thrilling rodeos, the exciting Pro Tour FMX Motocross and more. 480-488-4043 (8158)

October 8 - 9 - Sedona Arts Festival, Sedona - Don't miss the Sedona Arts Festival. About 150 fine artists from across the country display their works beneath the brilliant blue Arizona sky, with inspiring red-rock mountains as a backdrop. (928)204-9456 Sedona Red Rock High School (8777)

October 14 - November 6 - Arizona State Fair, Phoenix - You don't want to miss one of the best events of the year. 602-252-6771 (8663)

October 15 - Arizona Taco Festival, Scottsdale - The 30 competitive taco teams will cook off in any combination of four categories-chicken, beef, pork, and seafood-while sometimes also entering the salsa and guacamole contests as they chose. Teams will bring their food trucks, hottest booth decor, and crazy surprises. (9828)

October 21 - Arizona Sundogs Hockey - Opening Night, Prescott Valley - AZ Sundogs hockey! 1000 fans receive a free jersey sponsored by Cliff Castle Casino-Hotel. 928-759-6600 (9938)

October 28 - November 1 - Fulltime Families Fall Camping Rally, Tombstone - Tons of Family friendly activities, make life long friends and laugh till your cheeks hurt! 561-376-5990 (9808)

November 18 - 20 - 14th Southwest Nationals, Scottsdale - Festival goers revel in this show's displays of more than 2,000 hot rods, customized stock cars, classic, and muscle cars, all factory built before 1973. There is also a swap meet, car sales area, and display of model and kids' pedal cars. (925)838-9876 (8778)

November 25 - 27 - Stagecoach Village Art Festival, Cave Creek - Unique one-of-a kind gifts for everyone! Enjoy Fine Arts & Crafts, Live Music & Great Food! 623-734-6526 (10444)

2012 Events

January 5 - 8 - Arizona National Horse Show, Phoenix - The Arizona National Horse Show has long been part of Arizona National events. Since 1998, when we moved the events to the WestWorld equine complex in Scottsdale, the Horse Show has experienced significant growth. We offer equine competitions for various interests including an American Quarter Horse Show, a 4-H/FFA Horse Show and a Saddlebred Show. (602) 258-8568 (10015)

January 8 - May 27 Every Sunday! - Scottsdale Street Fair, Scottsdale - Arts & Crafts, Live Entertainment, Kids Zone, Free Admission/Parking. 480-256-9627 (10717)

January 11 - 15 - Wings Over Willcox, Willcox - Birders take part in field trips, seminars, sky gazing, and more when they descend upon southeastern Arizona for a homecoming of sorts as tens of thousands of sandhill cranes arrive at their winter roost. 800-200-2272 (10017)

January 11 - CHL All-Star Hockey Game, Prescott Valley - All-Star dinner banquet, Stanley Cup party and All-Star hockey game among other fun festivities. 928-759-6600 (10362)

January 14 - March 25 - Celebration of Fine Art art, Scottsdale - Join us for our 22nd Annual Celebration of Fine Art 480-443-7695 (10018)

January 21 - Cave Creek Balloon Festival, Cave - Hot Air Balloons, Live Music, Arizona Skyhawks Parachute Team, Food, Beverage, Music, Dancing, Kids Zone with inflatables rides, jump houses, obstacle course, bungee jump and more. Food and Beverage from the Tonto Bar and Grill. Full service or cash concessions. (10016)

January 27 - 28 - Lake Havasu Music Brews and BBQ Championship, Lake Havasu City - Arizona's Largest KCBS Sanctioned BBQ Championship 928-208-2375 Lake Havasu State Park #4 / 699 London Bridge Rd. (9780)

January 28 - 7th Annual Bluegrass, Yuma - West Wetlands Park Is Located Off Interstate 8 At The 4th. Ave. Exit West Wetlands Park (10019)

February 1 - March 2 - Arizona Musicfest 2012, Carefree - America's Premier Winter Music Festival presents top artists in Classical, Broadway, Jazz and Pop in venues throughout Scottsdale and Carefree. 480-488-0806 (10020)

February 9- 12 - Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, Tucson - The acclaimed Tucson Gem and Mineral Show is held every year on the second full weekend of February. It has set the standard for gem and mineral shows around the world, and is now the largest gem and mineral show in the United States. The Show is open to the public and presents retail Dealers only. Proceeds from the Show remain in the Tucson economy and are used to support mineral knowledge and appreciation. (520) 322-5773 (10021)

February 11 - April 1 - Arizona Renaissance Festival, Apache Junction - The Arizona Renaissance Festival is one of the largest of the Renaissance events in the nation because it is really five Festivals all rolled into a giant, costumed fantasy village with: twelve stages of continuous live entertainment, an outdoor circus, a medieval arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament with three performances each day and a day-long feast. Open every Saturday and Sunday 520-463-2600 (10022)

February 18 - 26 - Tucson Rodeo rodeo, Tucson - 520-294-8896 Tucson Rodeo Grounds (10023)

February 18 - 26 - Sedona International Film Festival, Sedona - (928)282-1177 (10024)

March 10 -11 - Annual Arizona Aloha Festival, Tempe - Come experience a two-day celebration of Hawaiian and Polynesian culture with entertainment, vendors of 'island lifestyle' products, food vendors offering a variety of island culinary delights, cultural displays and demonstrations, and plenty of that infamous Hawaiian Aloha Spirit. 602-697-1824 (10025)

March 17 - Artist Reception for Louisa McElwain, Tubac - Reception for famous Southwestern artist Louisa McElwain, public welcome. Demo, refreshments. 520-398-9662 (10788)

March 17 - 18 - Live Life Expo 2012, Avondale - LIVE LIFE EXPO places Health and Wellness on the Main Stage in The West Valley (10772)

March 24 - Great American Barbecue & Beer Festival, Chandler - Downtown Chandler celebrates the rich American tradition of BBQ and brew (10771)

March 28 - April 1 - Cave Creek Fiesta Days, Cave Creek - Be sure to mark you calendars now so you will not to miss out on all the fun and excitement that the 34th Annual Cave Creek Fiesta Days Rodeo has to offer. 480-488-4043 (10030)

April 3 - 8 - Yuma County Fair, Yuma - (928) 726-4420 (10026)

April 11 -22 - Maricopa County Fair, Phoenix - Join us for all the fun. 602-252-0717 (10027)

April 13 - 15 - McDowell Mountain Music Festival, Phoenix - Experience the spirit that is cultivated when people join together and have a good time. Bring your kids. Make some friends. There is a silent auction/raffle, marketplace, drum circle, acoustic stage, Kid's Zone and more. 602-343-0453 (10029)

April 14 - The 4th Annual Heritage Festival, Fort Smith - A celebration of Fort Smith's diverse culture and exciting history through music, art, tours of historic locations, and a living history on Garrison Avenue. Take the bus and explore "Heritage Trail" in downtown Fort Smith. Garrison Avenue (10820)

May 2 -6 - Verde Valley Fair, Cottonwood - Welcome to the fair! 928-634-3290 (10028)

June 2 - Woof Down Lunch, Prescott - Lunch with your dog, music, contests, vendors, raffles, dog adoptions, and demonstrations. 928-443-9204 Courthouse Plaza (11204)

September 14 - Fashion Fantastico Wearable Art Show, Phoenix - Fashion Fantastico is at The Madison Event Center in Downtown Phoenix. (623)205-6231 441 W. Madison Street (10799)