Upcoming Events in Yuma Arizona
January
| 1 - 3 | Old Town Jubilee on Main Street - 100 booths of gifts, decorations, clothes & products, live entertainment on 2 stages, food vendors, fun activities for kids. Address: Main Street Plaza , Yuma, Arizona |
| 5 - 6 | Annual Antique Show & Sale - Yuma's largest antique show, dealers from throughout the U.S., featuring a silent auction with Yuma's Historical Society. Rows and Rows of Antiques - Building stuffed for months - See website for $1.00 off coupon. Sat. 9 am - 5 pm, Sun. 10 am - 4 pm. Address: Yuma Civic & Convention Center, 1440 Desert Hills Dr. Yuma, AZ , Yuma, Arizona |
| 5 - 6 | Annual Gathering of the Gunfighters - Gathering of old west reenactors competing 2-days for "Best of the West," 9:30 am - 5 pm, Address: Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park , Yuma, Arizona |
| 5 - 7 | Old Time Fiddlers Contest - Public welcome, jam sessions Fr & Sa, 7-11p. Competition Sa & Sun from 10a. Address: Yuma County Fairgrounds , Yuma, Arizona |
| 8 - 11 | Annual Southwest Senior Invitational Golf Championship - 36-hole medal play tournament, limited to 120 players age 50 & older. Address: Yuma Golf and Country Club , Yuma, Arizona |
| 11 - 12 | Desert Lily Quilt Show - Beautiful handmade quilts, quilting and sewing demonstrations, equipment and materials. Address: Yuma Civic & Convention Center , Yuma, Arizona |
| 18 - 20 | Annual Yuma Lettuce Days - Lettuce Box Car Derby, Cabbage Bowling, Produce & Citrus Displays, Farm Equipment Displays, Live Entertainment, much more. Address: Main Street Plaza , Yuma, Arizona |
| 19 |  Yuma Bluegrass in the Park - A premeir one-day Bluegrass Music Festival featuring nationally known touring bands to include:Appaloosa (Washington DC), The Spinney Brothers (Canada),High Plains Tradition (CO.) Copper River (AZ) & The Bladrunners (CA) Camping Fri & Sat nights with gates opening at Noon Fri Jan 25, 2008 great art's & crafts and outstanding food & beverage. Great jamming & more. Address: w 1st street & s 12th Ave , Yuma, Arizona |
| 19 | Yuma Bluegrass in the Park - premier 1 day bluegrass fesiuval featuring: Danny Paisley & Southerngrass, Karl Shiflett & ig country, Jame King band, III Generation & The Bluegrass Patroits. art's & crafts great food and more A don't miss one day event in the southwest. Address: 1st street & 12 Ave , Yuma, Arizona |
| 25 - 27 | Art In Action - JANUARY SHOW AT YUMA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Hours: Friday & Saturday 9-4 Sunday 9-3 Mark your calendar now!! Yuma Potpourri Artists is holding an event that features local artists as well as local non-profit agencies here in Yuma. You can chat with artists, learn about their crafts and see live demonstrations. (held throughout the day). In addition to supporting the arts, get to know agencies that make a difference in our community. If you want it - we've got it!! Check us out our artists online, then come out for a day of fun! Questions or Comments/ a.k.sears@hotmail.com SEE YOU THERE! Address: Yuma County Fairgrounds , Yuma, Arizona |
| 25 | Jay And The Americans @ Yuma Arts Center Yuma, AZ - One of the greatest rock vocal groups of the 1960s & 1970s. Twelve top 10 hit songs including; "This Magic Moment", "Cara Mia", "Only In America" & "Come A Little Bit Closer". Tickets are on sale now. Address: Yuma Arts Center, 254 S. Main St., Yuma, AZ , Yuma, Arizona |
February
| 8 - 10 | Annual Yuma Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo - Some of the best cowboys, ropers and wranglers will compete in the three-day event the second weekend in February. The Rodeo is a PRCA sanctioned rodeo which draws top cowboys and cowgirls from all around the Turquoise Circuit and beyond. There will also be a rodeo parade the Saturday morning of the rodeo, starting at 16th Street and 4th Avenue running north and ending in downtown Yuma. After the rodeo, join us for rodeo dances Friday and Saturday evenings at the Jaycee Clubhouse. For more information on how to get involved with the rodeo, become a rodeo sponsor, to reserve space as a vendor or to purchase tickets to the rodeo, please call the Yuma Jaycees. Address: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St. , Yuma, Arizona |
| 8 - 10 | Annual Yuma River Daze - The Colorado River carves our place in history. A three day festival celebrating the river and our historic sites. A replica of the Colorado River will be created on Main Street. Hundreds of vendors including arts/crafts, water displays, educational programs, live entertainment, and plenty of food. Join us after the Jaycees Rodeo parade. Enjoy free tours of the Yuma Territorial Prison, the Quartermaster Depot, Century House museum and Quechan Native American sites. Fri-Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 10 am - 3 pm. Address: Main Street Plaza , Yuma, Arizona |
| 8 - 10 | Yuma Rodeo Video - Have I got a special video for you ! Take a ride down memory lane as you immerse yourself in almost 30 minutes of Yuma Rodeo History. Memories like this are often lost forever... but we have unlocked the vault and professionally digitized these long forgotten film footage reels. Jack Napp and Abbott are featured entertainment. Plus all the clowns and circus style acts are captured in amazing detail. http://www.southwestlegacy.com/YumaRodeo.html Address: Yuma County Fairgrounds , Yuma, Arizona |
| 12 | Annual Jubilee in the Desert - Master Entertainers from Branson Missouri team up to entertain Arizona. Address: Yuma Civic & Convention Center , Yuma, Arizona |
March
| 22 - 24 | Annual Quechan Pow Wow - Ph: 760-572-0222 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 1 - 3 | Annual Mighnight at the Oasis Festival Car Show - Stroll down memory lane. Featuring cars & music of the 50's/60's, show & shine, rock n' roll concert, arts & crafts fair, dance. Address: Desert Sun Stadium , Yuma, Arizona |
| 9 | Annual Downtown Arts & String Stroll - Address: Historic Downtown , Yuma, Arizona |
| 26 - 31 | Annual Yuma County Fair - Entertainment, concerts, 4H & FFA exhibits, livestock show & auction, demolition derby, Yuma Gem & Mineral Society, carnival. 8 am - midnight. Address: Yuma County Fairgrounds , Yuma, Arizona |
April
| 28 - 31 | Annual Yuma County Fair - Entertainment, concerts, 4H & FFA exhibits, livestock show & auction, demolition derby, Yuma Gem & Mineral Society, carnival, 8 am - midnight. Address: Yuma County Fairgrounds , Yuma, Arizona |
| 12 - 14 | Annual Yuma Birding & Nature Festival - Join us as we celebrate the rich diversity of birds and wildlife along the Colorado River. Explore the Sonoran Desert, Imperial Wildlife Refuge, Yuma West Wetlands, Imperial Sand Dunes, Palm Canyon and guided tours to Mexico. Address: Hilton Garden Inn @ Pivot Point , Yuma, Arizona |
May
| 4 | Annual Cinco De Mayo Parade & Celebration - Performing arts groups & entertainers, folklorico dancers, charros, art exhibits & food. 9 am - midnight. Address: Historic Main Street , Yuma, Arizona |
July
| 30 | 4th of July Evening Fireworks Display - Annual Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony early morning at the Caballeros Park (baseball stadium) and evening Fireworks Display and Demolition Derby. Address: Yuma County Fairgrounds , Yuma, Arizona |
September
| 7 | Desert Classic Car Show - Address: Paradise Casino , Yuma, Arizona Ph: 888-777-4946 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 20 | Hispanic Heritage Celebration - Mariachis, Folklorico Dancers, Salsa music, food booths, and more. 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Address: Main Street Plaza , Yuma, Arizona |
October
| 12 | Annual Oktoberfest - German heritage and traditions bring out the German in you, The Yuma Fine Arts Association Oktoberfest features authentic German fare including bratwurst, sauerkraut, German potato salad and a delicious dessert. Don't forget the beer. Alliance Beverage will be pouring the suds including a Samuel Adams Oktoberfest brewed with five varieties of malted barley for a big, rich flavor. 6-9pm. Address: Yuma Art Center, 254 S. Main Street , Yuma, Arizona |
| 12 | Haunted Tours - Nighttime tours of the infamous Yuma Prison, with unexpected surprises. Address: Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park , Yuma, Arizona |
November
| 25 - 27 | Quilt & Antique Fair - Address: Main Street , Yuma, Arizona Ph: 928-376-0911 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 30 | Yuma Town Hall - The Yuma Town Hall is a chance for the MS community to meet staff from the Arizona Chapter and learn more about our mission and the programs we offer. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals to ask questions, as well as share any comments, concerns, or suggestions. Our Yuma self-help group will also be launched during this program. Dinner will be provided. 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Register by phone: 1-800-344-4867, option 1 Address: Yuma Holiday Inn; 1901 E 18th Street; Yuma, AZ 85365 , Yuma, Arizona |
| 2 | Children's Festival of the Arts - One of the most popular annual events in Yuma, the Children's Festival of the Arts features over 30 booths of art projects that children can make and take home. There are food booths with a variety of tasty pleasures. Not to mention the entertainment, music, and demonstrations by local artists that will fill the day and thrill the participants. The Festival will showcase youth art work with an exhibit at the Yuma Art Center. Address: Main Street Plaza , Yuma, Arizona |
| 7 | Veterans Day Parade - "To Honor Our Military Heros, Past & Present" Ph: 928-344-6966 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 9 | Arizona City Day - Western re-enactments, cowboy poetry and music & fun for the family, dress western. 10 am - 6 pm. Address: Main Street Plaza , Yuma, Arizona |
| 17 - 19 | Annual Yuma Crossing Balloon Festival - More than 50 hot air balloons, Sunrise liftoffs, entertainment and food. Address: Caballeros de Yuma , Yuma, Arizona |
| 22 - 24 | Christmas Crafts Festival - The Christmas Craft Festival has become the Kick Off for Heritage Festival's 3 day Art & Craft Festivals. Shop for wonderful unique gifts. There will be continuous entertainment all 3 days to add to the festivities. Fri 10am to 4pm, Sat 10am to 5pm, Sun 10am to 3pm. Ph: 928-782-5712 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 23 | Annual Holiday Pageant & Friendship Tower Lighting - Entertainment by choral & dance groups, tower lighting ceremony, donate a non-perishable food, 6:30 pm. Address: Desert Sun Stadium , Yuma, Arizona |
| 23 | Christmas Open House & Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony - Address: Main Street , Yuma, Arizona |
December
| 31 | New Year's Eve Family Fun Night - For families and children of all ages! The Yuma Civic Center is hosting their annual New Year's Eve party filled with games, activities, food and fun. Featuring jumping castles, giant inflatable slides, big screen video games, party hats & noise makers, food, prizes and much, much more. The event starts at 6pm and ends at 10pm when we count down the last minutes of the year (Eastern Standard Time) by watching the ball drop at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Sponsorships are still available. IT'S THE BEST PARTY IN TOWN! For more information, please call or visit the website. Address: Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Dr. , Yuma, Arizona |
| 29 | Annual Electric Lite Parade & Tree Lighting - In your eyes what place or organization shines a bright lite in Yuma. (i.e….The Wetlands – The water tower – MCAS – YRMC – Old Town – The Children – etc) Parade route to be announced later. CASH prizes to be awarded! 6:30pm. Ph: 928-782-5712 (Always call and confirm events) |
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