Annual Yuma River Daze
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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.
Annual Yuma River Daze
Phone : 928-782-5712 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: yumafestivals.com
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Attractions and Upcoming Events
St. Thomas Mission
Built on the grounds of the original Mission founded by Father Garces in 1780, the Mission is a reminder of the long history of the Quechan Indian Nation and Yuma. The present Catholic Mission Church was built in 1922
Yuma, AZ Historic ChurchesCentury House Museum
A regional museum of the Arizona Historical Society, Century House is one of Yuma's oldest and most historic buildings. Once the home of pioneer merchant E. F. Sanguinetti, the museum now exhibits artifacts, photographs and furnishings of Arizona'
Yuma, AZ MuseumsYuma Crossing State Historic Park
The Quartermaster Depot was authorized by Congress in 1865 and served the entire Southwest as a material transfer and distribution point for troops stationed at the outposts of the Arizona Territory.
Yuma, AZ Railroad HistoryYuma Territorial Prison State Park
Between 1876 and 1909, this penitentiary housed many of Arizona's most dangerous and notorious criminals. Famed in movies, literature and television, the remains of the prison are now Arizona'
Yuma, AZ State ParksYuma River Tours
A narrated jet boat tour is a great way to learn about the history of the Colorado River, as well as sight a variety of birds and wildlife, and view historical Indian Petroglyphs.
Yuma, AZ Tours