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1 CHINO VALLEY: Labor Day Harvest Festival – Granite Creek Vineyards. The grapes are changing color, their aromas are filling the air and we want to celebrate the fruits of our Labor! Help us kick off the start of our harvest season with an amazing two-day event! Featuring the release of our newest wines, and art fair with talented local artists. Live music, free face painting for the kids, and lunch available for purchase from Block Six Catering. $10. Non – 5 pm. 928-636-2003 or http://www.granitecreekvineyards.com H

1 CLARKDALE: Clarkdale 2018 Concerts in the Park Series: Come Back Buddy – Clarkdale Town Park. This evening’s concert features 50’s music. Free. 7 pm. 928-639-2492

1 FLAGSTAFF: September 2018 Evening Concert: Indigenous Enterprise & Aaron White – The Arboretum at Flagstaff. Under the shade of the cool pines, bring a picnic dinner, beer and wine for sale. This month features. $14-18. 5:30 pm. 928-774-1442 or http://www.thearb.org

1 PINETOP-LAKESIDE: 13th Annual Woodland Wildlife and Science Festival – White Mountain Nature Center. Interactive booths and displays with lots of live wildlife, demonstrations, and exhibits. The Wildlife World Zoo will make presentations at 11 am and 1 pm (nominal charge for the programs; festival Free!). Artisans, arts & crafts opportunities. 10 am – 3 pm. 928-358-3069 or http://www.wmnature.org

1 SEDONA: Esteban’s Musical Vortex in the Red Rocks – Sound Bites Grill. Classical Spanish fusion with a contemporary rock influence along with Esteban’s full band. Accompanying is renowned violinist and daughter Teresa Joy. Also Grammy award-winning drummer Joe Morris and Raul Yanez, pianist and Arizona State University professor of music. Spanish classical music and newly composed songs fused with many old favorites – a mix of music from Bach to rock. $59-149. 7 pm. http://soundbitesgrill.com

1 SHOW LOW: Battle of the Bands & Food Vans – Frontier Field. Features 10 bands and 10 food trucks battling it out for a $1,000 cash prize in each category. The audience will choose the winners. $5 admission comes with 10 voting tokens. Kid Zone, Beer Garden and arts & crafts vendors. Bring a lawn chair and get ready to enjoy some great music, dancing while enjoying a cold beverage and some awesome food! 928-532-2680 or http://www.showlowmainstreet.org/battle-of-the-bands-vans

1 SUPERIOR: Edible & Medicinal Plants – Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Desert plant enthusiast Jim Shepherd guides a one-hour walk where you'll see prickly pear cacti, the towering stalks of our native Agave chrysantha, and mesquite trees - with a chance to taste a few "desert edible" samples ranging from prickly pear jelly to nopalitos, mesquite flour, and agave nectar. $5-12.50. 8 am. 602-827-3000 or https://cals.arizona.edu/bta/events.html or https://www.facebook.com/btarboretum/ H

1 WICKENBURG: 30th Annual Fiesta Septiembre – Community Center. Activities include: entertainment throughout the day by Mariachi Bands, Folklorico dancers, Latin Band, food, drink, arts/crafts booth, historical pioneer families photo exhibit, kidz zona, margarita, salsa & guacamole contests. $5. 18 and under are free. 11 am – 6 pm. 928-684-5479 or 800-942-5242 or http://www.outwickenburgway.com

1 WILLCOX: 6th Annual Willcox Flyer Bike Ride - Railroad Avenue Park. Riders choose between a 33 or 66 mile, out and back course, all riders leave town on Highway 186 and make their way up a gradual climb until they reach the 33 mile turn around point on top of the iconic Dos Cabezas Mountains. If continuing, riders enjoy a scenic route with rolling hills and wide open rangeland until they reach the entrance to Chiricahua National Monument. All racers receive a bag of swag and a race t-shirt. http://www.rocamotion.com/willcox-flyer-bike-ride/

1-2 ALPINE: Alpine Area Artisans Festival – Main Street. Alpine Area Artisans sell their self-created artwork featuring paintings, baskets, jewelry, beading, wood works, collages, clay, quilting, antler art, glass works, photography, clothing, weaving, amulets, journals characters, furniture, & home décor. Free. 9 am – 4 pm. http://www.alpinearizona.com

1-2 ALPINE: Bush Valley Craft Club Craft Fair – Alpine Community Center. Club members have been creating all types of beautiful and interesting items for this annual event. In addition to the craft sale, there will also be their much-anticipated bake sale with lots of homemade treats. The club’s traditional Quilt Raffle will feature a beautiful quilt.  9 am – 3 pm. 928-993-1999 or http://www.alpinearizona.com

1-2 PINE: 38th Annual Pine-Strawberry Arts & Crafts Festival - Community Center. 85+ arts & crafts booths, food. Free. Sat 8 am - 5 pm, Sun 8 am - 4 pm. 928-476-4480 or http://www.psbcaz.com H x

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September Events 2018Arizona Calendar of Events www.VisitArizona.comMarjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov1-3 FLAGSTAFF: 26th Annual Flagstaff Art in the Park – Wheeler Park. Arts & crafts festival, featuring juried one-of-a-kind

arts and fine crafts designed and shown by the exhibitor, also non-stop music by local and regional musicians, food and wine garden. Free. Sat & Sun 9 am – 6 pm, Mon 9 am – 4 pm. 928-556-9498 or http://www.flagstaffartinthepark.com/

1-3 PRESCOTT: 33rd Annual Faire on the Square - Courthouse Plaza. The Courthouse Plaza is the place to be for Labor Day weekend! Under the cool American Elm trees in historic downtown, the whole family will enjoy the artwork, crafts and food of more than 130 vendors! Sat-Sun 9 am – 5 pm, Mon 9 am – 3 pm. 928-445-2000 or http://www.visit-prescott.com H

1-3 SONOITA: 103rd Annual Labor Day Rodeo – Sonoita Fairgrounds. More than 700 entries and more than $40,000 awarded in cash and buckles to the top contestants of the Southwest, bulls, saddle broncs, steer wrestling, barrel racing, bareback, calf roping, team roping, team penning, & mutton busting and pee-wee events for little cowpokes, dinner, dance. $5-15. 2 pm performances. 520-455-5553 or http://www.sonoitafairgrounds.com

1&3 TAYLOR: Sweet Corn Festival – Children's & adult rodeos, parade, arts & crafts, BBQ, dance, and of course, sweet corn, hay ride and tour of historical homes. 928-536-7366 or http://www.snowflaketaylorchamber.org H

1-3 TOMBSTONE: Showdown in Tombstone - Allen St. The best western show groups from around the US, authentic costume parade on Sunday, 5 shows daily. 520-457-3548 or http://www.showdownintombstone.com/ H

1-3 WILLCOX: 18th Annual Apple Harvest Celebration – Apple Annie’s Orchard. Celebrate the peak of the apple season with several varieties of crispy, delicious, tree-ripened apples!  “All You Can Eat” pancake breakfast served with hot apple topping or cider syrup, served daily 7:30– 10:30 am. Apple-smoked burger lunches from 11:30 am – 3 pm.  Free wagon rides take you to the orchards for picking; Homemade apple pies are baked fresh daily, and don’t miss the delicious “apple crumb pie ice cream” made in our Amish ice cream freezer. 520-384-2084 or http://www.appleannies.com

1-3 WILLCOX: Green Chili Roast - Apple Annie's Produce Farm. Enjoy yummy green chili ice cream for purchase! Buy 40lbs of green chilies, jalapeños, Poblanos or any other chili we grow and we will roast them for free! You can pick your own or choose from the already picked selection available. Already fresh roasted green chilies available for purchase. Bagged in quart size bags and gallon sized bags.  Roasted green chilies also available to add to your burger at lunch in the Burger Barn at the Orchard. http://www.appleannies.com

2 JEROME: 48th Annual Jerome Hill Climb - Begins at the old Jerome High School. A challenging and interesting course that starts at the Jerome Historical Museum and winds up and through the streets of Jerome, a 4.5 mile run uphill on paved and dirt roads, aid stations, finish line refreshments, part of the ARR Grand Prix. 8 am. http://arizonaroadracers.com/portfolio-item/jerome-hill-climb/

2 LAKE HAVASU CITY: Southwest Kayaks Fishing Open – Mesquite Bay Central. Experience kayak bass fishing in this new open fishing tournament series! The tournament is free to enter, and it is open to all ages and experience levels. The tournament will launch at Mesquite Bay Central, about 50 yards from Mesquite Bay North. A sign stating, “Hand launch area only,” will indicate the correct launch site. Put-in and take-out will launch at Mesquite Bay Central. Participants will have the chance to win cash. This event is free to participants and spectators. 928-680-9257 or http://southwestkayaks.com

2 SHUNGOPAVI: 45th Annual Louis Tewanima Memorial Footrace – Second Mesa. In honor of the late U.S. Hopi Olympian, Louis Tewanima, who won a Silver medal in the 10,000 meter race at the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm, Sweden. 6 am. http://www.tewanimafootrace.org

2 TUCSON: 2018 Southern Arizona Salsa & Tequila Challenge - La Encantada Shopping Center. Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance presents annual salsa competition with up to 50 salsa tastings with chips, over 30 tequila cocktails, tequila and beer samplings, food samplings, and dessert, as well as live entertainment, the best salsa and tequila in the region from participating mixologists and chefs. 520-797-3959 or http://www.saaca.org/

2-3 DEWEY: Sweet Corn Festival – Mortimer Farms. Sweet corn season is here and it’s time to celebrate everything corn. Join us for a day of “a-MAIZE-ing” attractions, games, activities and more. Please bring items for the food drive. $15 includes lunch. 10 am – 6 pm. 928-830-1116 or http://mortimerfarmsaz.com H

2-10/14 PHOENIX: Charlotte’s Web – Herberger Theater Center. Back by popular demand! One of our most beloved productions returns to the stage with a brilliant version of E.B. White’s American classic. Meet Wilbur, an endearing piglet trying to

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make his way in the world, and Charlotte, the wise and winsome spider who becomes his true friend. Get caught up in Charlotte’s web as we spin this timeless story onto the stage! http://www.childsplayaz.org

3 TUCSON: 49th Annual Saguaro National Park Labor Day Run – Saguaro National Park East. Includes 8 Mile Run & 5K Run/Walk, rolling 8-mile and 5k courses loop through a cactus forest in the foothills of the scenic Rincon Mountains at Saguaro National Park East. 6:30 am. 520-991-0733 or http://www.azroadrunners.org H

3-9 WINDOW ROCK: 72nd Annual Navajo Nation Fair - Arts & crafts, baby contest, free BBQ, exhibits, concerts, horse racing, parade, Pow Wow, Open Indian and junior rodeos, traditional song & dance, fry bread contest, and carnival. Don’t miss the Miss Navajo Nation Pageant. 928-871-6478 H z navajonationfair.org

4 PHOENIX: Leon Bridges: Good Thing Tour – Comerica Theatre. With special guest Masego. http://livenation.com

5 PHOENIX: 2018 Red Rocks Music Festival: A Dialogue through Music – Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center. “A Dialogue through Music” Trios by M. Bruch, G. C. Menotti and J. Brahms piano quartet in G minor, “Gypsy”. David Ehrlich, violin, Rami Solomonow, viola, Jan Simiz, cello, Teresa Ehrlich, piano and Nikola Djurica, clarinet. $28. 7:30 pm. 602-402-4551 or http://www.redrocksmusicfestival.com

5-8 ST. JOHNS: Apache County Fair – Apache County Fairgrounds. Carnival rides and games, food, main stage, crafts, includes rodeo and jackpot team roping. http://apachecountyfair.org/

5-29 PHOENIX &SEDONA: The Red Rocks Music Festival – For artists, programs and venues please check the web site. http://www.redrocksmusicfestival.com

6 PHOENIX: 2018 Red Rocks Music Festival: From the Romantic to Jazz – Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center. “From the Romantic to Jazz” - J. Brahms Clarinet Quintet and R. Ratner’s Piano Quintet. David Ehrlich and Anna Kazepides, violins, Rami Solomonow, viola, Jan Simiz, cello, Michael Kazepides, Double-Bass, Teresa Ehrlich, piano and Nikola Djurica, clarinet. $28. 7:30 pm. 602-402-4551 or http://www.redrocksmusicfestival.com

6-8 PAYSON: 64th Annual Northern Gila County Fair – Payson Event Center. This home-grown fair features everything from kid games to blue ribbon pies, come watch (or bid) at the 4 H Livestock auctions, featuring award winning animals raised by local kids, stroll through the arts and crafts tent on your way to the bounce house, open horse show, livestock, small animals, handicrafts, lapidary, fine arts, photography and other exhibits. 928-474-5242 or http://northerngilacountyfair.com

6-9 PRESCOTT VALLEY: 44th Annual Yavapai County Fair – Prescott Frontier Rodeo Grounds. Exhibits, carnival, pig racing, entertainment, food. $3-6. http://www.yavapaifair.com/ H z

6-27 COTTONWOOD: Old Town Music and the Market – Old Town Cottonwood. Stop by for the produce, but stay for the amazing local musical entertainment. Shop for locally grown fruits, vegetables, jams, breads, hot dogs handmade jewelry, and more while being entertained by fabulous musicians from around the region. Cottonwood's Old Town Music and the Market is the place to be each Thursday evening from 5pm - dark in May, June, and September. Free. 5 pm – dark. 928-639-3200 or https://www.facebook.com/TheOTMM/

7 FLAGSTAFF: Tannahill Weavers – Coconino Center for the Arts. Scottish traditional band coming up on their 50th anniversary and they have turned their acoustic excitement loose on audiences with an electrifying effect. A unique combination of traditional melodies, driving rhythmic accompaniment, and rich vocals. It may be old time Celtic, but the drive and enthusiasm are akin to straight ahead rock and roll. $25-30. 7 pm. 928-779-2300 or http://flagartscouncil.org

7-8 SIERRA VISTA: Oktoberfest – Veterans Memorial Park. Enjoy two days of family fun and entertainment. Enjoy the autumn weather, the variety of cuisine available from various food vendors and the live entertainment at Der Biergarten. Free. Fri 5-11 pm, Sat 11 am – 11 pm. 520-417-6980 or 520-439-2310 or http://www.sierravistaaz.gov/

7-9 PRESCOTT: Becoming an Outdoors Woman - Camp Friendly Pines. Offers adventure and life skills, for women age 18 and older to learn to camp, fish, rappel, hike, cook with Dutch ovens, photograph wildlife & a range of outdoor recreation skills, "hawk talks" and nature hikes. $270, includes meals, lodging and classes. 480-644-0077 or http://www.azwildlife.org or https://www.facebook.com/Arizona-Becoming-an-Outdoors-Woman-295848287943/

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September Events 2018Arizona Calendar of Events www.VisitArizona.comMarjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov8 CHANDLER: ChandLore - Historic Downtown Chandler Colonnade. A living history experience with a cast of historic

characters, music and business offerings. 5-8 pm. http://www.downtownchandler.org

8 CLARKDALE: Raptors on the Rails with Liberty Wildlife - Verde Canyon Railroad. As breathtaking as an eagle is in flight, a face-to-face encounter with a raptor is an equally astounding event. Our friends from Scottsdale’s Liberty Wildlife share the majesty of a rescued bald eagle with visitors at the depot and on the train on select days throughout the year. Everyone has the opportunity for personal interaction. http://www.verdecanyonrr.com

8 FLAGSTAFF: 5th Annual Arizona Trail Day – Flagstaff – Buffalo Park. This free, family-friendly event features a variety of hands-on activities, live music from Viola & The Brakemen, over 40 exhibitors and local vendors, an outdoor gear raffle, craft beer from THAT Brewery and Wanderlust Brewing, as well as presentations from trail professionals and environmental educators. Presented by the Arizona Trail Association. 10 am. 520-591-8432 or https://aztrail.org/events/azt-day-flagstaff/

8 FLAGSTAFF: 8th Annual BarnBurner 104 – Crowley Tank. Endurance mountain bike racing at its Western best, 26-mile (1 loop), 52-mile (2 loops) and 104-mile (4 loops) distance options on Forest Service roads, not technically challenging, considered a "roadie" course, or beginner friendly(ish) and fast for those with more experience, a few sketchy spots to keep you honest and climbs to make your lungs hurt a bit. 6 am. http://www.barnburnermtb.com/

8 GLENDALE: 14th Annual Teddy Bear Day – Catlin Court. Make-and-take arts and crafts, sweet treats and deals. Benefits local trauma teddy programs, first responders and emergency rooms. 10 am – 4 pm. 623-931-0339 or http://www.bearsandmore.com or http://www.visitglendale.com

8 PHOENIX: The Eagles – Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Eagles are one of the most influential and commercially successful American rock bands of all time. With their profound lyrics, soaring harmonies and country-tinged melodies, they created a signature Southern California sound. http://Ticketmaster.com

8 PRESCOTT: Little Shop of Horrors – Elks Theatre. Follows a down-on-its luck floral shop on Skid Row in the early 1960s. The shop reaches sudden success with the arrival of its new and unusual out-of-this-world plant, Audrey 2. Only thing is Audrey 2's diet is human blood, so Seymour must choose - feed the plant, keep the florist business a success and get the girl or destroy the plant and risk losing everything. $15-20. 2 &7 pm. 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheatre.com

8 SCOTTSDALE: Hot Tuna Electric – Scottsdale center for the Performing Arts. With special guest Steve Kimock. Hot Tuna, Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, perform with a well-honed and solid power – always in the groove from their years of experience and mutual inspiration. Started as a side project during Jefferson Airplane days, the constant, the very definition of Hot Tuna, has always been Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady. 7:30 pm. http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/

8 SEDONA: 46th Annual Fiesta Del Tlaquepaque - A celebration of Mexican Independence Day, food, music, dance and entertainment for young and old , lively mariachis, the heart pounding beats of Flamenco dancers, and, mouthwatering tastes of Mexico. Free. 11 am - 5 pm. 928-282-4838 or http://www.tlaq.com/ H

8 SUPERIOR: Learn Your Lizards - Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. Arizona lizards do comical pushups to display their blue bellies - attend a guided tour this summer to learn why these little reptiles have abs of azure. $5-15. 8 am. 602-827-3000 or https://cals.arizona.edu/bta/events.html or https://www.facebook.com/btarboretum/

8 WILLCOX: Tractor Pull and Antique Tractor Show – Apple Annie’s Orchard. The Power from the Past Tractor Club will be at the orchard from 9 am - 3 pm with ongoing tractor pulls and a display of antique tractors and engines. Great fun for all ages! http://www.appleannies.com

8-9 WILLCOX: 18th Annual Apple Harvest Celebration – Apple Annie’s Orchard. Celebrate the peak of the apple season with several varieties of crispy, delicious, tree-ripened apples!  “All You Can Eat” pancake breakfast served with hot apple topping or cider syrup, served daily 7:30– 10:30 am. Apple-smoked burger lunches from 11:30 am – 3 pm.  Free wagon rides take you to the orchards for picking; Homemade apple pies are baked fresh daily, and don’t miss the delicious “apple crumb pie ice cream”, made in our Amish ice cream freezer. 520-384-2084 or http://www.appleannies.com

9 FLAGSTAFF: 6th Annual Wine in the Woods: Wine & Food Festival – The Arboretum at Flagstaff. Showcases AZ wineries and local eateries among the glorious gardens at The Arboretum. 11am. http://www.thearb.org/events_wine-in-the-woods.php

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September Events 2018Arizona Calendar of Events www.VisitArizona.comMarjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov9 KINGMAN: Sounds of Kingman – Concert in the Park: Galaxy – Metcalfe Park. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, coolers

and enjoy “some of the best music in Kingman that your money just can’t buy. Performing will be the Galaxy. Free. 3 pm. 928-715-0288 or http://www.soundsofkingman.com/

9 WINDOW ROCK: Navajo Parks Race Series - Navajo Code Talker 29K & 10K – Navajo Nation Museum. Honor the legendary Navajo Code Talkers with a run on the final day of the Navajo Nation Fair. Distances are 29K (in honor of the original 29 Code Talkers) or 10K. Part pavement and part trail.  Registration includes performance t-shirt, course support, age-group awards, post-race food, finisher’s medals and professional timing. 928-429-0345 or http://www.navajoyes.org

12-15 GLOBE: Old Dominion Days – Gila County Historical Museum. Each day includes different events and activities including guided mine tour of Historic Old Dominion Mine, Big Nose Kate’s fashion show, chuck wagon grub, music, pasty supper, history presentations, antique appraisal time, history demonstrations, Old West Shoot Out. Gives visitors an opportunity to Experience Arizona’s Golden Age. Some activities are free and some have a fee. http://gilahistoricalmuseum.org/

12-15 HOLBROOK: 87th Annual Navajo County Fair Rodeo and Little Buckaroo Rodeo - Navajo County Fairgrounds. Rodeo, arts, crafts, food, entertainment, 4-H competition, carnival, demo derby. $1-3. noon - 10 pm. 928-524-6407 or 928-524-4757 or 800-524-2459 or http://www.navajocountyfair.com/ H

13-16 KINGMAN: 72nd Annual Mohave County Fair - Mohave County Fairgrounds. Carnival, 4-H competition & FFA livestock auction, rides, booths, shows, contests. $2-5. 928-753-2636 or http://www.mcfafairgrounds.org H

13-23 SUN CITY WEST: Some Sweet Day - Ghostlight Theatre. Ever wish you could go back in time and fix your mistakes? Some Sweet Day is a full-throttle romantic comedy where one man is given that chance. Ken still regrets losing the girl of his dreams years ago. But when the time machine he has been obsessively building finally works, he gets a second chance to try to make things right. $20. http://www.ghostlightaz.com

14 MESA: Mesa Arts Center 2018 Kick-Off - Mesa Arts Center. Mesa Arts Center will kick off its 2018 Fall Season with live entertainment and performances, great food and fun for all ages. Artist co-operative demos and sales as the MAC Store. Food vendors and cash bar. Free. 6-10 pm. 480-644-6500 or https://www.mesaartscenter.com/seasonkickoff

14 PRESCOTT: Turn the Page - #1 Tribute to Bob Seger – Elks Theatre. An incredible re-creation of the Live Bob Seger Experience performed by The Sam Morrison Band. Every effort has been made to make sure that each song is performed exactly as you remember it and that it is delivered with all the passion and excitement you would expect in a Bob Seger show. $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheatre.com

14-15 PRESCOTT: 20th Annual Navajo Rug Auction – Smoki Museum. Mini auction at 5 pm on the 14th, followed by the main event on the 15th. Preview 9 - 11 am. Auction starts promptly at NOON for authentic Indian art at the best prices in the Southwest. http://smokimuseum.org

14-16 FLAGSTAFF: 13th Annual Pickin’ in the Pines Bluegrass and Acoustic Music Festival – Pepsi Amphitheater. The best traditional and contemporary bluegrass music, complemented by other styles of acoustic music, including old-time, Celtic, gypsy jazz and more, educational workshops and a renowned band contest with more than $2000 in prizes, barn dance, kids activities, jamming, and on-site camping. Fri noon – 7 pm, Sat 10 am – 7 pm, Sun 10 am – 5 pm. http://pickininthepines.org/ or http://PepsiAmp.com

14-16 PHOENIX: Opening Night: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 – Phoenix Symphony Hall. Beethoven’s big, bold, and joyous Ninth Symphony looms large over nearly two hundred and fifty years of composing. Be there as Tito Muñoz kicks off his fifth season as The Phoenix Symphony’s Virginia G. Piper Music Director by performing the Ninth with its triumphant “Ode to Joy” alongside the Symphony, The Phoenix Symphony Chorus and world-class vocalists. https://phoenixsymphony.org

14-16 PRESCOTT: Prescott Highland Games & Faire – Watson Lake Park. All things Celtic: Highland Games, Bagpipe Bands, Herding dogs, Celtic Music & Food, Heritage, Clan Gatherings, Highland Dance Competition and, of course, kilts! Family and pet friendly. Come to enjoy the weekend! http://prescottareacelticsociety.com/

14-16 SCOTTSDALE: Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market – WestWorld of Scottsdale. Features all things chippy, rusty, vintage and handmade, ideas, inspiration, items to peruse and purchase, local artists create visuals out of repurposed materials, more than 170 juried local AZ and CA artists and vendors, one-of-a-kind treasures and vintage pieces, also live music and food. http://www.junkinthetrunkvintagemarket.com

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September Events 2018Arizona Calendar of Events www.VisitArizona.comMarjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov14-22 TUCSON: 11th Annual Underground Film Festival - The Screening Room will show a number of Arizona, U.S., and world

premieres. One of the nation’s top underground cult film festivals, films from categories of Narrative, Horror, Documentaries, Experimental, Animation, and we are proud to be the only festival to offer an Exploitation category. 520-882-0204 or http://www.azundergroundfilmfest.com/

15 CHANDLER: 7th Annual Rockin' Taco Street Fest - Crossroads Towncenter. Features creative tacos from a dozen local restaurants and fresh fruit fresca, Mexican cervesa, tequila tasting, margaritas, elote, churros, Mexican candies and palettas! Other highlights include live entertainment, Lucha Libre wrestling, a low-rider car show, taco eating and salsa competitions, Chihuahua races, ballet folklorico dancing, niños play zone and a piñata party. $8-10. http://RockinTacoAZ.com x

15 CLARKDALE: Summer Starlight Rides - Verde Canyon Railroad. Monthly Starlight excursion on select Saturdays, departing the depot during the cooler temperatures of later afternoon and traveling through the dramatic colors of sunset and into the moon glow of twilight. Sandwiched between two protected national forests and adjacent to the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness, Verde Canyon Railroad brings its passengers into an untamed and unspoiled terrain, the exceedingly rare ribbon where high desert meets the river. 5:30 pm. 928-639-0010 or 800-293-7245 or  http://www.verdecanyonrr.com

15 CLARKDALE: Clarkdale 2018 Concerts in the Park Series: J-Bad Band – Clarkdale Town Park. This evening’s concert features classic rock/blues (formerly Joe Dow and the Witness Protection Band) music. Free. 7 pm. 928-639-2492

15 CORDES LAKES: Cordes Lakes Days - 50's Diner Backseat Bar & Motel RV Park. We have planned a carnival complete with games, prizes, bounce house, dunk tank, cotton candy, popcorn, snow cones, live music, Great food & drinks, horseshoes, mini golf, open pool table, lots of games for the kids, face painting, temporary tattoo booth, and of course prizes. 11:20 am – 7 pm. 928-632-9769

15 FLAGSTAFF: 13th Annual Flagstaff Marathon – The “Coolest Marathon” in Arizona – Arizona Nordic Village. 10K, half and full-marathon trail runs to benefit North Country HealthCare. Scenic, one of the most scenic and difficult marathons in the Southwest, 100% off-road with varying (single-track, cross-country, dirt roads) terrain, 8,650 Feet in elevation, 1,862 feet of climbing for the Half Marathon. (This will be the last one) $60-105. http://flagstaffmarathon.com/

15 KINGMAN: Chillin’ on Beale St. - Historic Downtown. A down town block party featuring classic cars, food, music, entertainment and more. 4-7pm. 928-897-3219 or http://www.kingmantourism.org/

15 PINE-STRAWBERRY: Annual Fire on the Rim Mountain Bike Race - Test your skills on some of the sweetest technical singletrack in the state, while supporting a great cause. Every penny earned by this charity event goes directly into trail building and wildfire protection in the Pine Strawberry fuel break. Includes kid's race, beer garden, auction, live music, ride on ranch land opened just for this event, and kid's kamp. http://www.fireontherim.com/

15 PINETOP-LAKESIDE: 13th Annual Nature Center Benefit Dinner – Hon-Dah Convention Center. This event funds our diverse annual programs and operations. It’s a combination of great fun, merchandise, prizes, entertainment, and food, all for a great cause! 5 pm. 928-358-3069 or http://www.wmnature.org

15 PRESCOTT: Red Molly – Elks Theatre. Known for their gorgeous harmonies, crisp musicianship, infectious songwriting, and warm, engaging stage presence. Laurie MacAllister, Abbie Gardner, and Molly Venter weave together the threads of American music – from folk roots to bluegrass, from heartbreaking ballads to barn-burning honky tonk – as effortlessly as if they blend their caramel voices. $25-40. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheatre.com

15 PHOENIX: 2018Red Rocks Music Festival: In My Father’s Footstep – Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center. Sandra Shapiro, Piano, “In My Father’s Footstep” - A Daughter’s Search for Answers. Works by: Lyadov, Chopin, Rachmaninoff & Schubert. $28. 7:30 pm. 602-402-4551 or http://www.redrocksmusicfestival.com

15 PHOENIX: Furry Friends Fine Arts Festival – Shemer Art Center. A fun, animal-themed arts festival "purrfect" for the ENTIRE family! Highlights will include pet readings and performances, as well as pet adoptions by the Arizona Humane Society! Artists will showcase animal-themed paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics and more.  Live music, business sponsors, entertainment and food & beverages. $5/person, $10/family, furry friends are free. 8 am – 2 pm. 602-262-4727

15 QUEEN CREEK: 3rd Annual Messy Fest – Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre. This festival is dedicated to all the messy fun that you want to have but don't want to clean up at your house. It is an event featuring activities and attractions that you

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have never seen. A chance to get out, play hard and get messy (water stations available for cleanup). $18 for participants and $5 for spectators. 8 am – 1 pm. http://messyfest.com

15 TUCSON: 7th Annual Born & Brewed Beer Battle – Hotel Congress. Join us on the Hotel Congress plaza for our 7th annual Born & Brewed Beer Battle! We’re keeping it strictly local again this year as Tucson breweries compete for judge’s and people’s choice of best beer. Enjoy an evening of local beer, food, and music while tasting and voting for your favorite local brews! $35. 7-10 pm. 520-622-8848 or http://hotelcongress.com/born-brewed H

15-16 PAYSON: AHSRA & AJHSRA Rodeo Season Opener – Payson Event Center. come watch cowboys and cowgirls from all over the State of Arizona, as AHSRA and AJHSRA converge and these cowboys and cowgirls kick off their 2018-2019 season, free, http://www.ahsra.com/ or http://paysonrimcountry.com/

15-16 WILLCOX: Country Craft Fair - Apple Annie's Orchard. Crafters from around Arizona will be set up from 8 am – 4 pm with beautiful handmade crafts for sale. 520-384-2084 or http://www.appleannies.com

15-17 WILLCOX: My-Oh-My Apple Pie Weekend - Apple Annie's Orchard. A celebration of all things Apple Pie! Start your day with our famed “All-You-Can Eat” pancake with apple pie syrup breakfast, served both mornings from 7:30– 10:30 am. Enjoy free samples of our scrumptious apple pies! Indulge in homemade Apple Crumb Pie ice cream! Apple-smoked burger lunches served 11:30 am – 3 pm. 520-384-2084 or http://www.appleannies.com

16 PRESCOTT: Prescott Pops Picks – Yavapai College Performing Arts Center. You will have a chance to hear from some of our talented musicians and about the music that moves them most – and then the Pops will perform it for you. Some may be well-known and some old favorites. $5-25. 3 pm. http://www.YCPAC.com

16 PRESCOTT: The Sedaka Legacy – A Tribute to Neil Sedaka – Elks Theatre. As part of The Piano Man Series performed by the incomparable Terry Davies and his remarkable band, The Sedaka Legacy is a memorable hit-filled tribute to the timeless music of Neil Sedaka – arguably one of America’s finest songwriters! $22-25. 3 pm. 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheatre.com

16 SUPERIOR: Guided Tree Walks of the Arboretum - Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. We invite those who love all things sylvan and want to learn more about trees to be here for a relaxed, slow-paced afternoon tour featuring Arboretum Staffer Jeff Payne for a chance to learn about trees both native to the Sonoran Desert and exotic, with a skilled professional's tips on tree care and horticulture. $5-15. 8 am. 602-827-3000 or https://cals.arizona.edu/bta/events.html

16-10/7 TUCSON: Like Heaven – Tornabene Theatre by Arizona Reparatory Theatre. Written by UA Professor Elaine Romero. http://theatre.arizona.edu/

18-10/31 CLARKDALE: Ales on Rails - Verde Canyon Railroad. Rich Arizona craft beers served during the ever-popular event. This popular seasonal party begins prior to the train's departure, starting each day on the depot patio with a great selection of Arizona craft beers and an Oktoberfest-style lunch of grilled sausages, special-recipe potato salad and hot pretzels served with gourmet cheeses Thurs-Su 11 am. 928-639-0010 or 800-293-7245 or http://www.verdecanyonrr.com/

18-11/13 GILBERT: Dear Ruth – Hale Centre Theatre. A charming and delightful comedy set in the 1940s. The story revolves around a love-struck soldier who returns home from the war on a two-day leave to meet and marry his pen pal sweetheart, Ruth. Imagine his surprise when he discovers that the girl he has been corresponding with is really Ruth’s 16-year-old sister! What happens next is when all the fun begins! Mon & Tues nights only. 480-497-1181 or https://www.haletheatrearizona.com

19 MESA: Australian Pink Floyd – Mesa Arts Center. Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed tribute show has been astonishing audiences worldwide. Striving to reproduce the Pink Floyd experience and bring the music to new audiences, the show continues to include a stunning light and laser show, video animations, state of the art high resolution LED screen technology and other special effects. 7:30 pm. http://mesaartscenter.com

19 TUCSON: The Presidio District Experience:  A Progressive Food Heritage and History Tour – Presidio San Agustin del Tucson Museum. Led by local experts who have a deep knowledge of Old and New World foods, ethnobotany and local history. Participants learn about Tucson’s origins and the food fusions that occurred when the Spanish and Tohono O’Odham were first learning from each other. In addition to tastings of Old and New World foods, participants also enjoy Three Wells Distillery’s Silver and Copper spirits made from prickly pear fruits. $50-75. 12:30-4 pm. http://www.TucsonPresidio.com

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has been on her fair share of dates. A casual first date at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high stakes dinner where sparks fly - or do they? The couple’s inner critics take on a life of their own in the form of imaginary visits from Aaron’s ex-girlfriend, Casey’s uptight sister and more. $18 7:30 & 2 pm. 480-461-7172 or https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/ H

21 PHOENIX: Australian Bee Gees – Celebrity Theatre. The Australian Bee Gees pay tribute to one of the most adored acts in history. In a 75-minute multi-media concert event, fans will hear hits like, "Staying Alive," "You Should Be Dancing," "How Deep Is Your Love," and more. The performers’ authentic take on Gibbs brothers’ clothes, style and moves showcase the trio's success as rock and disco legends. 8 pm. $25-40. 602-267-1600 ext. 1 or http://www.celebritytheatre.com

21 SUPERIOR: Guided Friday Bird Walks – Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Lisa Murphy invites all who love birds to join for a walk around the main trail. Either get into birding or sharpen your skills – beginners are welcome. No binoculars - - no problem! Loaner binoculars are available. Read the latest BTA bird sightings at: https://ebird.org/ebird/hotspot/L166979. $5-15. 8:30 am. 602-827-3000 or https://cals.arizona.edu/bta/events.html or https://www.facebook.com/btarboretum /

21-22 KINGMAN: 4th Annual Andy Devine Days Festival – Beale and Fourth Streets. The Festival schedule includes a parade, vendors, live entertainment, car show, human strength tractor pull contest, rock climbing wall, large water slides, euro bungee stations, mechanical bull rides, kiddie obstacle course, art show, and much more! It continues to be very different from any other event hosted in Kingman! https://www.andydevinedaysfestival.com/

21-22 SAFFORD: 12th Annual SalsaFest – Downtown Safford. An opportunity to enjoy all that is salsa! Prizes and bragging rights in the Salsa Challenge, Chihuahua races, and car show. Plenty of salsa making and tasting, jalapeno and salsa eating competitions, live entertainment, crafts, kids’ corner, beer garden, merchandise and food vendors. Fri. 5-9 pm, Sat. 9 am – 9 pm. 928-428-2511 or 888-837-1841 or http://www.SalsaTrail.com

21-23 PHOENIX: Sinatra and Friends with Steve Lippia – Phoenix Symphony Hall. Iconic tunes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and a swingin’ big band kick off the 2018/19 APS Pops Series. Be whisked back in time and get set for all your favorite standards including Rat Pack mega-hits like “Come Fly With Me”, “Luck be a Lady”, “Mr. Bojangles” and a dozen more favorites performed live with The Phoenix Symphony! https://phoenixsymphony.org

21-23 PRESCOTT: 12th Annual Prescott Pow Wow – Watson Lake Park. An intertribal, social Pow Wow, native song and dance, food, audience participation encouraged through “Round Dances.” Free. http://www.visit-prescott.com or http://www.prescottpowwow.org/

21-23 SONOITA: 103rd Annual Santa Cruz County Fair – Sonoita Fairgrounds. Activities include a carnival, 4-H exhibits and auction, several hundred open division exhibits, ranch rodeo, barrel racing, team roping, all-day entertainment, food, premium and sweepstakes awards, BBQ lunch on Sunday prior to 4-H auction. $3-5. Gates open at 9 am. 520-455-5553 or http://www.sonoitafairgrounds.com

21-30 FLAGSTAFF: Flagstaff Festival of Science – Accelerating into the Future will feature the rapid rate of change science and technological advances are creating in our lives. Driverless car expert Raj Rajkumar will kick off the 10-day event as the keynote presenter. The Festival also will offer more than 100 free activities including Science in the Park, SCI Talks, demonstrations, archaeology digs, guided hikes into the forest and open houses at research stations, observatories and museums. http://www.scifest.org

21-30 ARIZONA: Arizona Fall Restaurant Week - More than 200 Phoenix area and Tucson restaurants offer specialty prix-fixe dinners for $33 and $44 per person, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity unless noted. http://arizonarestaurantweek.com/

21-1/6 PHOENIX: Untamed: Wild Compositions by Frank Gonzales – Desert Botanical Garden. Featuring a collection of vibrant paintings by Arizona-based artist Frank Gonzales, this thematic, compelling exhibition explores pollinators and natural elements from the Sonoran Desert, playfully arranged in dynamic and fantasy-rich compositions.10 am – 5 pm. http://dbg.org

22 LAKE HAVASU CITY: U.S. Freestyle PWC Championship – Fall Round - P1 Racing Fuels U.S. Freestyle Championship Fall World Finals Qualifying Round will take place just one week before the 2018 Blowsion World Finals. Check out top U.S. freestyle athletes performing unbelievable aerial maneuvers, back flips, barrel rolls and submarines, and don’t forget those cameras to capture the maneuvers. Free to spectators. 928-412-2976 or http://www.pwcfreestyleuse.com

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September Events 2018Arizona Calendar of Events www.VisitArizona.comMarjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov22 MESA: Mutt Masquerade – Mesa Country Club. Arizona Animal Rescue Mission is the life-saving AARM of Maricopa

County Animal Care. AARM is hosting a unique gala to raise funds for the dogs and cats at Maricopa County Animal Care. Mutt Masquerade will include dinner, dessert, pet friendly caricature artist, doggie toy and treat bar, silent and live auction. $125 adult $20 pup. 5-8 pm. 480-274-2522 or https://www.azanimalrescue.org/

22 ORACLE: GLOW: GLOWflorescece! – Triangle L Ranch. Come venture into another world under the moon and stars for a night of illumination and imagination set in the lush, high desert. Experience GLOWing artwork and multi-media installations, theatrical performances and live music along five acres of lighted trails. Food available for purchase. Wear a glowing costume and join the celebration. 7-11 pm. http://www.triangleLranch.com

22 PRESCOTT: Bye, Bye Love – A Salute to The Everly Brothers – Elks Theatre. Join us for a salute to the Everly Brothers and the timeless harmonies of rock and roll duos! $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheatre.com

22 PRESCOTT: 12th Annual Prescott Vette Sette All Corvette Car Show – Prescott Courthouse Plaza. Arizona’s largest all-Corvette gathering, unique car show, family and dog friendly, cool Vettes, cool folks, cool times along Historic Whisky Row. Proceeds go to PVS Charitable Foundation. Hosted by the Prescott Vette Sette. Limited to 250 cars, vendors, raffles and music. 10 am – 2 pm. http://www.prescottvettesette.org

22 PRESCOTT: Prescott Oktoberfest – Mile High Middle School. 60 beers on tap! Hensley Select German & craft beers Arizona craft breweries, Trader Joe’s select wines, live music, food vendors, and brats. $5-40. 2-7 pm. http://prescottevents.net/oktoberfest-september-24th/

22 SCOTTSDALE: 2018 REI Trail Run Series: Starry Night in the McDowells – McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Join REI Outdoor School under the star-filled desert skies in our first-ever night trail run. Whether you’re looking to run your first trail, hit a new personal best, or preparing for Ragnar, this trail run will help set your pace. $20-25. 6:30-9 pm. 480-826-9602 or http://REI.com/learn H

22 SCOTTSDALE: Afro: Baile Presents: 9th Annual Brazilian Day Arizona Festival - Scottsdale Center of the Performing Arts. A celebration of Brazil's Independence day, experience a variety of Brazilian cultural including Brazilian bands, dancers, performers, DJs, martial arts, Brazilian food, drinks and more. $6-12. 2-9 pm. http://www.BrazilianDayArizona.com

22 SUPERIOR: Butterfly Walk - Boyce Thompson Arboretum. See, photograph and learn about colorful species ranging from Empress Leilia to Queen, Spring Azure and more. These slow-paced guided tours along paths that are wheelchair-accessible, explore our Hummingbird-Butterfly Garden, Demonstration Garden and Children's Garden collections. ASU researcher Ron Rutowski, President of the Central Arizona Butterfly Association, guides. $5-15. 8:30 am. 602-827-3000 or http://arboretum.ag.arizona.edu

22 SUPERIOR: General Guided Tour of the Arboretum – Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Arboretum volunteers narrate the history of Arizona's oldest and largest botanical garden; point out colorful plants and birds during guided nature walks. Guided walks along the 1.5-mile main trail include fun facts about Arboretum history while learning more about the Arboretum's plants, resident critters and geology. $5-15. Free to Arboretum members. 8:30 am. 602-827-3000 or https://cals.arizona.edu/bta/events.html or https://www.facebook.com/btarboretum/

22 SUPERIOR: Geology Guided Walks – Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Lisa Murphy invites all who love birds to join for a walk around the main trail. Either get into birding or sharpen your skills – beginners are welcome. No binoculars - - no problem! Loaner binoculars are available. Read the latest BTA bird sightings at: https://ebird.org/ebird/hotspot/L166979. $5-15. 8:30 am. 602-827-3000 or https://cals.arizona.edu/bta/events.html or https://www.facebook.com/btarboretum/

22 TEMPE: Annie Moses Band – Tempe Center for the Arts. The Annie Moses Band unifies audiences of all ages from classical connoisseurs and roots enthusiasts to pop music and bluegrass buffs. Drawn together by the bonds of family and faith, this band of siblings has graced the stages of Carnegie Hall and the Grand Ole Opry House. $35-45. 7:30 pm. 480-350-2822 or http://tca.ticketforce.com

22 TUCSON: 6th Annual Sabino Canyon FitKidz One Mile Kids Classic - These races are free One Mile races for kids under 12 years old. Events will be loads of fun and will include official timing so that the kids get the full race experience! h ttp://www.azroadrunners.org/go/category/about/fitkidz_racing_series

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September Events 2018Arizona Calendar of Events www.VisitArizona.comMarjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov22-23 FLAGSTAFF: Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Stagecoach Line Ultra & Relay – Coconino Hotshots Ranch. Run the historic

stagecoach route between Flagstaff and Grand Canyon on the Arizona Trail, under Humphreys Peak, through aspen groves and ponderosa pines, Hart Prairie Preserve, Babbitt Ranch and finish near the South Rim of Grand Canyon. Solo 100-mile and 55K races and 2-, 4-, 6-, and 8-person 100-mile relay teams. This ultra features some of Arizona’s most incredible scenery, and benefits the Arizona Trail Association. http://www.aztrail.org/ultrarun/ or http://arizonaroadracers.com/

22-23 HEBER/OVERGAARD: 31st Annual Oktoberfest – Tall Timbers Park. Join us for food, live music from Siringo, beer garden and lots of arts & crafts booths. Sat 11 am – 5 pm, Sun 11 am – 3 pm. 928-240-8515 or http://www.heberovergaard.org H x

22-23 PHOENIX: 5th Annual beta dance festival - Phoenix Center for the Arts. Celebrates and strengthens the diverse, multi-faceted Valley dance community through the showing and sharing of new works across a multiplicity of dance forms and genres. The festival lineup represents a mix of mature, established choreographers from the Valley and up-and-coming, younger artists, including students and recent graduates of university and community college dance programs. 7 & 2 pm. 602-254-3100 or http://phoenixcenterforthearts.org/

22-23 SEDONA: 10th Annual Sedona WineFest 2018 – Historic Posse Grounds Park. We invite you to enjoy fabulous Arizona wines, tasty food, music, and vendors galore while enjoying the breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic red rocks. $40. 11 am – 5 pm. 928-862-0210 or http://www.sedonawinefest.com/

22-23 WILLCOX: Fall Pumpkin Celebration - Old-fashioned family fun picking your own pumpkins, fall vegetables and apples. Already picked pumpkins at the pumpkin stand. Corn Maze; with 2 levels of difficulty! Already picked pumpkins ALSO available at the Produce Barn. At the Orchard: An “All-You-Can-Eat” pumpkin and buttermilk pancake breakfast from 8:30 –10:30 am. Apple Smoked Burger lunch 11:30 am – 4 pm. Enjoy homemade pumpkin ice-cream, pumpkin pies, pumpkin bread and homemade cider donuts. 520-384-2084 or http://www.appleannies.com

22-10/14 TUCSON: Oktoberfest on Mount Lemmon - Enjoy a festival of German food and live German music in the forest at Mount Lemmon Ski Valley. 520-576-1400 or 520-576-1321 or http://www.skithelemmon.com/index.html

22-11/4 MIAMI: Smithsonian Exhibition: Water/Ways – Miami – Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum. Explores the endless motion of the water cycle, its effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality. Looks at political and economic efforts to ensure access to water, and explores how human creativity and resourcefulness provide new ways to protect water resources and renew our relationship with the natural environment. http://azhumanities.org/water-ways/

23 SUPERIOR: Bye-Bye Buzzards! - Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. A special Vulture Viewing to observe our famous flock of Turkey Vultures perched on the cliffs before they depart to spend their day soaring the skies. ASU Professor Dave Pearson will be the guest 'Vultureologist' "talking about TUVUs", sharing a few jokes about the big black birds, answering questions and sharing his appreciation for the soaring scavengers until the vultures take to the skies -- by 8:30 am. $5-15. 6-10 am. 602-827-3000 or https://cals.arizona.edu/bta/events.html

23 TUCSON: Gary Farmer & The Troublemakers with Derek Miller - Sea of Glass Center for the Arts. Award-winning actor, director, and Native American Indian activist Gary Farmer, best known for his roles in films like 'Dead Man', 'Pow Wow Highway', 'Smoke Signals', and 'Ghost Dog: The Way Of The Samurai', brings his 5-piece blues, roots and jam band. $15-20. 7 pm. 520-398-2542 or http://theseaofglass.org

23 TUCSON: Catalina State Park “Split Endz” 5.2 & 10.35 Mile Trail Race and 5k Road Run – Catalina State Park. September means the April course in reverse, but this year we're adding a 5k road run & walk on the park's paved roads. All feature those same spectacular mountain views! Your three trail course starts at the Catalina State Park trailhead. http://www.everyoneruns.net/

23-29 FREDONIA: Grand to Grand Ultra – The first self-supported stage footrace in America attracting runners from 30 countries. Participants encounter a mix of desert and other terrain including hard packed sand, soft sand, sand dunes, forest trails, red rock climbs, rocky roads and slot canyons. The starting line is at a remote location on the north rim of the Grand Canyon with breathtaking vistas at an altitude of 5344 feet (1629 meters). Ends in Utah. https://www.g2gultra.com/

27 FLAGSTAFF: Phoebe Hunt & The Gatherers – Coconino Center for the Arts. An Americana instrumentalist with foundations in jazz and swing music. The culmination of her Austin roots through Music Row, Brooklyn, and even to

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India. Brought to life by musicians– each a virtuoso in their own right. Sounds of Americana and Texas Tinged Swing are woven with exotic rhythmic concepts. $18-20. 7 pm. 928-779-2300 or http://flagartscouncil.org

27-29 TUCSON: 42nd Annual Tucson Greek Festival – St. Demetrios Orthodox Church. Celebrates Greek food, drink, and music and offers dance lessons, children's activities, tours of the church, and vendor displays. $3. Thurs. 4-10 pm; Fri. 3-11 pm; Sat. noon-11 pm; Sun. noon-9 pm. 520-888-0505 or http://www.stdemetriostucson.org or http://www.tucsongreekfest.com/

27-30 DOUGLAS: 94th Annual Cochise County Fair: The Little Fair That Could - County Fairgrounds. Carnival rides, collegiate rodeo, 4-H demonstrations, livestock auction, live entertainment, exhibits, fair food, beer garden. $3-6. 520-364-3819 or http://cochisecountyfair.org/ y

27-30 JEROME: Jerome Indie Film & Music Festival - Independent films will screen at various locations which include a haunted hilltop mine and on a train that travels through the majestic Verde canyon, local musicians will perform day and night at various venues and artists will exhibit and sell their works at our indie marketplace, short and feature films in documentary, horror, comedy, animation, student film music video. http://jeromefilmfestival.com/

28 PAYSON: Old Time Opry - Payson High School Auditorium. $8. 6:30 pm. http://www.paysonrimcountry.com/

28 PHOENIX: 6th Annual Taste America Weekend - Phoenix – Mountain Shadows. Culinary stars, dining events, culinary events, cooking demonstrations, artisanal vendor tastings, and fun for the whole family. https://www.jamesbeard.org/tasteamerica

28 PRESCOTT: Strange Days – The Ultimate Doors Concert Experience – Elks Theatre. Formed and based in Los Angeles, California, Strange Days is the most realistic and impressive DOORS tribute act in North America – capture the magic…the mystery….and madness of the iconic group on their prime! $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheatre.com

28-29 PARKER: Nautique Boat Regatta and Wakeboard Competition - BlueWater Resort & Casino. This regatta and wakeboard competition draws crowds and fans every year to watch the top wake boarders from all over compete. http://www.Parkeraz.org

28-29 PHOENIX: Mozart, Strauss and Tchaikovsky – Phoenix Symphony Hall. Mozart’s legendary compositional facility was never more apparent than in his Thirty-Sixth Symphony, “Linz,” titled after the city in which he composed it. Mozart proved his mastery with rich, large-scale movements and a dazzling finale written to be performed as fast as possible. Contrasting the delicate elegance of Mozart is Tchaikovsky’s deeply romantic First Piano Concerto. This program opens with waltz-king Johann Strauss’ Emperor Waltz. https://phoenixsymphony.org

28-29 WINSLOW: 20th Annual “Standin’ on the Corner” Festival – Eagle Pavilion. Featuring live bands, arts and crafts, food, and live auction. $5. 928-289-3434 or http://www.winslowarizona.org

28-30 PINETOP/LAKESIDE: 43rd Annual Fall Artisans Festival – A Heritage Event – The Orchard at Charlie Clarks. Features handmade crafted items by artisans from all over the country! Each artist displays and sells their own unique designs from jewelry to paintings to wood work! Also live entertainment. $2. Friday 10am-4pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm. 928-367-4290 or http://www.pinetoplakesidechamber.com H x

28-30 PINETOP-LAKESIDE: 35th Annual Run to the Pines Car Show – Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club. Southwest's largest free to the public open class pre1973 car show, 550 vehicles expected, poker run, games. Free. 928-368-5325 or http://www.pinetoplakesidechamber.com/ or http://www.runtothepinesaz.com/ H x

28-10/28 DEWEY: Mortimer Family Farms Pumpkin Festival & Corn Maze - Explore a 15 acre pumpkin patch, 15 acre corn maze, fall décor, farm hay rides, zip line, obstacle course, tractor displays, food & craft vendors and live entertainment, Fri noon– 9 pm. Sat 9 am – 9 pm. Sun 9 am – 5 pm. 928-830-1116 or http://www.mortimerfarmsaz.com/

29 CHANDLER: 2018 11th Annual SanTan Brewing Oktoberfest – AJ Chandler Park. Highlights include live entertainment, a beer pong tournament, bag toss, buddy carry, wiener dog races, keg stacking, tricycle races, bratwurst eating contests. $12-15. 3-11 pm. http://www.hdeagency.com or http://www.santanoktoberfest.com

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September Events 2018Arizona Calendar of Events www.VisitArizona.comMarjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov29 FLAGSTAFF: 5th Annual Cornucopia Fall Festival – Thorpe Park. Cornucopia is a community celebration of fall.

Cornucopia will feature carnival rides, hay maze, pumpkin patch, pie-eating contest, hay rides, petting zoo, carnival games, circus performers, kids talent show, pony rides, huge kids area, live entertainment, local microbrews, great food, lots of vendors, and more! $7-35. 10 am – 8 pm. http://www.flagcorn.com/

29 ORACLE: GLOW: Steampunk Night – Triangle L Ranch. Come venture into another world under the moon and stars for a night of illumination and imagination set in the lush, high desert. Experience GLOWing artwork and multi-media installations, theatrical performances and live music along five acres of lighted trails. Food available for purchase. Wear a glowing costume and join the celebration. $15, 13 and under is $8. 7-11 pm. http://www.triangleLranch.com

29 PRESCOTT: The Glen Campbell Story – Elks Theatre. The Glen Campbell Story is a spectacular concert celebrating the life and the music of this legend $22-25. 7 pm. 928-777-1370 or http://www.prescottelkstheatre.com

29 SEDONA: Fall Festival - Slide Rock State Park. Harvest and homestead demonstrations, live music, kids activities, face painting, fly wheelers, games and activities for the whole family. 9 am - 3:30 pm. 928-282-3034 or http://AZStateParks.com/parks/SLRO

29 SELIGMAN: 8th Annual Oktoberfest - Westside Lilo's. Come join us for lots of great German Oktoberfest food and games! We will be playing lots of polkas and dance music via our DJ’s John and Rita! The best German fare and Oktoberfest Bier on Route 66! Fun begins at 4 pm until 11pm. 928-422-5456 or http://www.westsidelilos.com

29 SIERRA VISTA: 3rd Annual Sky Island Tour 2018 Bike Ride - Windemere Hotel. The tour is sponsored by and benefits NAMI SEAZ (National Alliance on Mental Illness Southeastern Arizona) with advice and support by Cochise Bicycle Advocates. 520-459-3228 or http://skyislandtour.com H

29 SUPERIOR: Learn Your Lizards - Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. Arizona lizards do comical pushups to display their blue bellies - attend a guided tour this summer to learn why these little reptiles have abs of azure. $5-15. 8 am. 602-827-3000 or https://cals.arizona.edu/bta/events.html or https://www.facebook.com/btarboretum/

29 TEMPE: Ronald K. Brown Evidence, A Dance Company – ASU Gammage. Focuses on the seamless integration of traditional African dance with contemporary choreography. Through its vibrant and soulful dance works, Evidence provides a unique view of human struggles, tragedies, and triumphs. Known for his musicality and brilliant use of stage space Brown’s movement reinforces the importance of community in African American culture. 7 pm. https://www.asugammage.com

29 TUCSON: 18th Annual Tucson Pride on Parade - Tucson LGBT Pride parade is scheduled to return to 4th Avenue on Friday at 7 pm. 520 276-9091 or http://tucsonpride.org/

29-30 FLAGSTAFF: 9th Annual Hopi Arts & Cultural Festival – Heritage Square. Festival featuring Hopi artisan booths and demonstrators of traditional artwork, traditional social dances/music entertainment all week-end long. This event draws more than 20,000 visitors each year over a two-day festival as it is known to be the best Northern Arizona Native Cultural experience. Held to help educate the public to Hopi culture and to encourage the preservation of Hopi artistic skills, and Hopi culture among the Hopi people. Free. 9 am – 5 pm. 928-522-8675 or http://hopiallnativefestival.com H

29-30 KINGMAN: 34th Annual Andy Devine Days PRCA Rodeo - Mohave County Fairgrounds. Cowboys from all over the US compete in 8 events, presented by The Kingsmen of Route 66. $. 1 pm. http://www.kingmanrodeo.org/ H

29-30 PAYSON: 48th Annual Vertielee Floyd Memorial Old Time Fiddlers Contest Arizona State Championship – Payson Event Center. Best fiddling in AZ by contestants aged 6-86, winners are qualified to compete in Weiser, Idaho at the National Championships food, country & bluegrass music, Irish step-dancers, children's music workshop, crafts, fiddle makers, leather workers. $5. 9 am. 928-474-5242 x7or http://www.arizonaoldtimefiddlers.org or http://www.paysonrimcountry.com

29-30 WILLCOX: Fall Pumpkin Celebration - Old-fashioned family fun picking your own pumpkins, fall vegetables and apples. Already picked pumpkins at the pumpkin stand. Corn Maze; with 2 levels of difficulty! Already picked pumpkins ALSO available at the Produce Barn. At the Orchard: An “All-You-Can-Eat” pumpkin and buttermilk pancake breakfast from 8:30 –10:30 am. Apple Smoked Burger lunch 11:30 am – 4 pm. Enjoy homemade pumpkin ice-cream, pumpkin pies, pumpkin bread and homemade cider donuts. 520-384-2084 or http://www.appleannies.com

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September Events 2018Arizona Calendar of Events www.VisitArizona.comMarjorie Magnusson 602-364-3695 mmagnusson@tourism.az.gov29-11/18 PHOENIX: Fall Butterfly Exhibit - Mighty Monarchs and the Plant Protectors – Desert Botanical Garden. Take a closer

look at pollinators that care for and protect our desert environment. Become a plant protector to support these beneficial insects. 9:30 am – 5 pm. http://dbg.org

30 CAMP VERDE: Colonel’s Daughter Contest – Fort Verde State Historic Park. A tradition in Camp Verde sponsored by the Camp Verde Cavalry as they present the newly chosen Colonel’s Daughter with a set of spurs after winning a competition in horsemanship and poise. $4-7. 2 pm. 928-567-3275

30 FLAGSTAFF: Festival of Science Open House - The Flagstaff Arboretum. A celebration of science and nature in the gardens especially for families, scientist lab demonstrations, and children can participate in a scavenger hunt and hands-on activities. Free. 9 am – noon. 928-233-3210 or http://www.thearb.org/

30 SCOTTSDALE: Al Di Meola – Opus Tour 2018 – Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. An evening with Al Di Meola and special guest Dream Theatres’ Jordan Rudess. Meola's  fascination with complex rhythmic syncopation with provocative lyrical melodies and sophisticated harmonies have been at the heart of his music throughout a career that has spanned four decades and earned him accolades, three gold albums and more than six million in record sales. 7:30 pm. http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/

30 TUCSON: 2nd Annual Tucson Heritage Food & Wine Festival – Hacienda Del Sol. Celebrating and savoring the unique flavors of heritage foods, beer and wine from Southern Arizona. Featuring local farmer’s market vendors, local wineries, breweries and distilleries, local restaurant chefs, live music, panel discussions and mini farmer’s market. Benefits Tucson Village Farm. $65. https://www.haciendadelsol.com/events/heritage-foods-festival/

30 TUCSON: Desert Museum's Annual Plant Sale - Arizona Sonora Desert Museum. Arrive early for the best selection of more than 250 different species of plants. Not only will guests enjoy shopping a variety of unusual and beautiful selections, they will leave with an understanding of why the plants they purchase are significant to pollinators and people. Free. 6:30 am - 12 pm. 520-883-1380 or http://desertmuseum.org/visit/events_plantsalelist.php

This calendar has been produced to assist you in making travel arrangements. It is for information only and does not constitute a recommendation. Dates for events were correct at time of publication. Since dates are occasionally changed, please confirm them in advance.

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