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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 17 - Bluegrass in the Park, Yuma - Featuring Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper, Audie Blaylock, The Bluegrass Brothers, and more. (209) 785-4693 West Wetlands Park (87)

March 2 - 4 - Bluegrass on the River, Parker - Three day music festival with The Grascals and more along the Colorado River. Great camping! (209) 785-4693 LaPaz County Park (86)

March 27 - A Night In The 40's Big Band Dance and Show, Mesa - Featuring a big band dance & WWII style musical show, along with costume and dance contests. (480) 924-1940 Commemorative Air Force Aircraft Museum (72)

June 29 - July 4 - 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, country music star. (928) 445-3103 Rodeo Grounds (234)

July 13 - Hummingbird Banding, Sierra Vista - The public is invited to get an up-close look at the catching, banding, weighing, measuring, and releasing of the birds for research purposes. (520) 432-1388 San Pedro House (1109)

July 14 - Monsoon Madness, Queen Creek - Cool off and have fun at this year's wettest and muddiest Town event. Slide into, and slush through, the Monsoon MudSlide area; slip down the inflatable water slides, glide along the 100' Soap & Slide, gobble up great food in the shade, and let us help drown away these hot summer days! (480) 358-3709 Founders' Park (1110)

July 14 - Target Family Fun Day, Tempe - There will be more free hands-on activities, free performances and, Arizona PBS brings "Arthur" for photos with children. A children's music-themed literacy workshop is presented, and each child receives a free book. (480) 965-2787 Arizona State University Art Museum (1111)

July 28 - National Day of the Cowboy Celebration, Apache Junction - Old West fun celebrating the National Day of the Cowboy. Gunfights, contests, Western Entertainment. 480-982-3141 (1489)

August 4 - 5 - Peach Mania Festival, Willcox - Experience the fun of eating a juicy peach right off the tree; take a free hayride around the orchard and pick your own peaches, apples, and Asian pears. The Peach Pavilion features free samples of dozens of our tasty peach products. A perfect way to spend a memorable day with family and friends! (520) 384-2084 Apple Annie's Orchard (1112)

September 1 - 3 - Faire on the Square, Prescott - Unique arts & craft fair, featuring the works of 150+ talented individuals. Plus, food and entertainment! (928) 445-2000 Courthouse Plaza (1130)

September 1 - 3rd Annual Thunder Over the Coconino Fly-In, Valle - Join us for the aircraft fly-in, historic car rally, and chili cook-off. (928) 635-5280 Valle Airport (1131)

September 8 - 9 - Grandparents' Weekend and Antique Tractor Show, Willcox - A special weekend for grandparents and grandchildren to enjoy together! Enjoy the tractor show featuring the "Power from the Past Antique Tractors & Engine Club." All grandparents accompanied by a grandchild will be treated to a free bowl of homemade ice cream! (520) 384-2084 Apple Annie's Orchard (1115)

September 13 - 16 - Mohave County Fair, Kingman - Includes a carnival, 4-H competition, FFA livestock auction, rides, booths, shows, and contests. (928) 753-2636 Mohave County Fairgrounds (1129)

September 15 - 16 - General Crook's Pioneer Days & Mule Show, Camp Verde - Activities include: an antique tractor engine show, a tractor pull, a dutch oven cook-off, and continuous music. (928) 567-9294 Community Center (1116)

October 11 - 14 - 81st Annual Graham County Fair, Safford - From music to food to exhibits to carnival rides-all the things that make a county fair exiting can be found right here! Listen to the toons of our local entertainers or catch the fun of watching gymnasts, dance troupes, soloists and others compete in the Talent Contest! (928) 428-7180 Graham County Fairgrounds (1128)

October 12 - November 4 - Arizona State Fair, Phoenix - 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. (602) 252-6771 Arizona State Fairgrounds (147)

October 20 - Multicultural Festival, Florence - Features entertainment highlighting a variety of cultures, arts and crafts, food, cultural demonstrations, and a film festival. (520) 868-4496 Jaques Square (1126)

November 2 - 4 - 5th Annual Page Lake Powell Hot Air Balloon Regatta, Page - Featuring a balloon lift-off every morning, with a street fair, and a balloon glow. (928) 645-2741 (1120)

November 2 - 4 - 6th Annual Western Music Festival, Tombstone - Features live western music. (520) 457-3616 Allen Street Stage (1124)

November 17 - 61st Annual Christmas Parade, Winslow - The streets are lined up with art, craft, and food vendors. (928) 289-2434 Downtown (1121)

November 25 - December 3 - 10th Annual Festival of Trees, Winslow - Christmas Trees, Wreaths, and a variety of Holiday Decorations on display, and available via silent auction. All proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of NEA. (928) 289-2434 La Posada Hotel (1122)

2008 Events

February 29, March 1 - 2 - Bluegrass On The River 6th Annual Bluegrass Music Festival, Parker - Featuring The Bluegrass Brothers , The Chapman's,The U.S. Navy Bluegrass Band, The Gibson Brothers and more. LaPaz County Park (1536)

March 15 - A Night In The 40's Big Band Dance and Show, Mesa - "A Night in the 40's" The Commemorative Air Force Aircraft Museum. WW II 1940's Musical Show, Come dressed in the styles of the 40s, Dance and costume contests. (480) 924-1940 Falcon Field Airport (1537)

March 26 - March 30 - 52nd Annual Pinal County Fair, Casa Grande - Don't miss the 52nd Annual Pinal County Fair 520-723-5242 The Pinal County fairgrounds (1545)

April 1 - 6 - Yuma County Fair, Yuma - Come and enjoy the Fair (928) 726-4420 (1546)

April 30 - May 4 - Verde Valley Fair, Cottonwood - (928) 634-3290 (1547)

May 3 - Way Out West Festival, Kearny - Features music, poetry, dancing and history that tells the story of Western heritage. Gunfighters, a mechanical bull, gold panning, and vendor booths. 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (877)363-5505 General Kearny Inn 301 (2520)

May 3 - 4 - Tucson Folk Festival, Tucson - In addition to nationally known headline acts each evening, the festival showcases musicians from Arizona and the Southwest. The festival also offers workshops, a gospel sing-along, a children's show and food and craft booths. Saturday, 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Sunday, 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (520)792-6481 El Presidio Park (2521)

June 21 - 22 - Flagstaff Music Festival, Flagstaff - Bands include the Spokes, Summit Dub Squad, Backroads, the Porchlights Duo, the Cadillac Angels, Giant Steps Jazz and the Springfed Band. Saturday, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sunday, 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Heritage Square Aspen Avenue (2523)

June 30 - July 5 - 121st 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, country music star. 1-800-358-1888 Rodeo Grounds (1538)

August 29 - September 1 - Coconino County Fair, Flagstaff - (928)679-8000 (2526)

August 30 - Thunder Over The Coconino, - The Saturday of Labor Day Weekend has been set for our next event. Join us for the 4th Annual "Thunder Over the Coconino" Aircraft Fly-In, Historic Car Rally, and Chili Cook-off. Grand Canyon Valle Airport (1539)

September 10 - 13 - Apache County Fair, St. Johns - (928)337-4887 (2524)

September 10 - 14 - Navajo County Fair, Holbrook - (928)524-4757 (2531)

September 11 - 14 - Mohave County Fair, Kingman - (928)753-2636 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd. (2530)

September 14 - 16 - Santa Cruz County Fair, Sonoita - (520)455-5553 Sonoita Fairgrounds (2532)

September 18 - 21 - Gila County Fair, Globe - (928)425-9549 Gila County Fairgrounds (2527)

September 18 - 21 - Greenlee County Fair, Duncan - (928)359-2032 Fairgrounds (2529)

September 18 - 21 - Yavapai County Fair, Prescott Valley - (928)775-8000 Fairgrounds (2533)

September 25 - 28 - Cochise County Fair, Douglas - (520)364-3819 (2525)

September 27 - National Public Lands Day, Phoenix - Live animals and displays from over 50 enviornmental agencies. Free from 9:00am-2:00 pm. 602-495-5458 (3077)

October 9 - 12 - Graham County Fair, Safford - (928)428-6240 Fairgrounds (2528)

October 10 - November 2 - Arizona State Fair, Phoenix - 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. Closed on Mondays Arizona State Fairgrounds (1540)

October 18 - Florence Multicultural Festival, Florence - Features entertainment highlighting a variety of cultures, arts and crafts, food, and cultural demonstrations. Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (520) 868-4496 Jaques Square (1541)

November 22 - 23 - ArtFest of Scottsdale, Scottsdale - Two-day festival features more than 200 contemporary artists and craftspeople, live music, international foods, and an interactive-family area featuring hands-on art activities for kids. Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (480)968-5353 Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza (2522)

November 22 - Hometown Holiday Boutique, Buckeye - Arts and Crafts shopping/ live entertainmnet and 40 ton of snow. 623-349-6602 (3337)

2009 Events

March 6 - 8 - Bluegrass On The River Bluegrass Music Festival, Lake Havasu - Bluegrass On The River 6th Annual Bluegrass Music Festival, Parker - Featuring The Bluegrass Brothers , The Chapman's, The U.S. Navy Bluegrass Band, The Gibson Brothers and more. LaPaz County Park. 699 London Bridge Road (3022)

March 25 - 29 - 53rd Annual Pinal County Fair, Casa Grande - Don't miss the 53rd Annual Pinal County Fair. 520-723-5242 The Pinal County fairgrounds (3023)

April 11 - Dog-Gone Easter Egg Hunt, Fort Smith - Egg Hunting has Gone to the Dogs! So grab your family, friends, or significant other and join PHAR (Pets Haven Animal Rescue) for an Easter Eggs-Travaganza for Dogs! Dust off those bunny ears (both yours and your dog's!) and bring your Easter basket to collect eggs filled with dog treats and prizes! (Yes, dogs will be the ones expected to find the eggs!) Easter Egg Hunt for Your Pooch, Costume Contest, White Elephant Auction, cold drinks and lots of fun for everyone all included! (479) 782-7002 (3026)

April 16 - 26 - PIMA COUNTY FAIR, TUCSON - 520-762-9100 (3166)

April 23 - May 3 - The Verde Valley Fair, Cottonwood - (928) 634-3290 (3460)

May 2 -3 - Tucson Folk Festival, Tucson - In addition to nationally known headline acts each evening, the festival showcases musicians from Arizona and the Southwest. The festival also offers workshops, a gospel sing-along, a children's show and food and craft booths. (520) 792-6481 El Presidio Park (3024)

June 29 - July 5 - 122nd Annual Frontier Days & World's Oldest Rodeo, Prescott - 22nd 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. (800)358-1888 Rodeo Grounds (3025)

September 5 - 7 - 2nd Annual Fall Tucson Best Bead Show, Tucson - Your gateway to beads, beads, and more beads! Come enjoy exhibits by countless designers, learn how to bead, and see other great jewelry and crafts. Best of all, this event is free, so you don't want to miss this opportunity! (505) 883-9295 Tucson Convention Center (1337)

October 9 - November 1 - 2009 Arizona State Fair, Phoenix - 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. Closed on Mondays. (602) 252-6771 Fairgrounds (3461)