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Sedona, AZ is one of the top vacation destinations in the country with its perfect blend of a vibrant arts scene and extensive outdoor recreation. Sedona events are a mainstay for visitors. The city hosts several events throughout the year, making any time perfect for visiting this magical spot in northern Arizona. Whether it’s film, arts, music, or lifestyle, you will surely come across a world-class event in the amazing landscape of Sedona. Sedona boasts a long list of events throughout the year. Annual headliners include the International Film Festival, Arts Festival, and the Jazz on the Rocks Festival.
Sedona Events: Film and Arts
Sedona International Film Festival
The Sedona International Film Festival takes place from February to early March. Each year the festival includes some of the best independent films from around the world. The event showcases documentaries, shorts, animation, student films, and foreign films. Featuring more than 160 films, there is never a dull moment for children, teenagers, and adults at the Sedona International Film Festival.
Sedona Annual Rock, Gem and Jewelry Show
The Sedona Annual Rock, Gem, and Jewelry show takes place in October and showcases some of the most dazzling rocks and minerals from the area. You can admire the wide assortment of crystals, agates, amethysts, rare fossils, and meteorites. The show also includes gorgeous jewelry crafted from many gemstones and beads. At the show, jewelers can custom-craft your ring, necklace, or bracelet with gemstones and other minerals of your choice. This festival includes food, beverages, and activities for children.
Sedona Open Studio Tour
The Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition offers visitors a spring tour to the studios of local artists. The tour takes place in April and provides a glimpse into more than 50 private studios. Artists along the tour route showcase their work in a variety of mediums. This is one of the best events in the locality for anyone who loves fine art.
Sedona Events: Music
Sedona International Jazz on the Rocks Festival
Sedona’s Jazz on the Rocks has launched many music careers! Jazz enthusiasts can enjoy famous jazz artists as well as up-and-coming musicians. The price of admission is very reasonable considering the quality of talent and the proceeds go to sponsor music classes, scholarships, and a youth jazz combo.
Red Rocks Music Festival
The Red Rocks Music Festival echoes through Sedona’s canyons each year. Select concerts feature world-renowned artists playing primarily classical compositions. The Red Rocks Music Festival series is in conjunction with concerts at venues across the Phoenix metro area.
Sedona Events: Lifestyle
Sedona offers a wide selection of healthy lifestyle events. These range from yoga encounters to mountain biking through the amazing natural monoliths, and from food-truck festivals to holiday celebrations, and much more. Plan your Sedona getaway and enjoy one of the many citywide events.
Sedona Mountain Bike Festival
The Sedona Mountain Bike Festival is a three-day event in March that includes bike demos, miles of red single track, a beer garden, and live music. This is a pet-friendly event.
Sedona Yoga Festival
This Consciousness Evolution Conference helps yoga practitioners tap into ancient wisdom that has surrounded the area for millennia. Participants enjoy three days of yoga in the spring, surrounded by the towering red cliffs and Sedona’s mystic energy. Keynote speakers, music, meditation, and vibrant activities round out the insightful event.
Sedona WineFest
The Sedona Winefest for two days in September showcases delightful Arizona wines paired with tasty local food and music. There are vendors aplenty for you to select your favorites and the event is also closely linked to the amazing natural surroundings. Furthermore, the Sedona WineFest features Arizona wineries, distilleries, and breweries.
Sedona Holiday Celebrations
Sedona celebrates Christmas in a big way with several events to delight children and adults alike. Start with Breakfast with Santa, an annual event hosted by the Sedona Parks and Recreation Department. The event is free and a thrill for the little ones as they pet a pony reindeer, take a photo with Santa, and get a gift bag.
In addition, together the Sedona Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau sponsor The Annual Tree Lighting & Santa Visit. The free tree-lighting ceremony takes place at Tlaquepaque North. Santa is alsways there as well as other live entertainment and refreshments.
Tlaquepaque’s Festival of Lights in Sedona offers live entertainment, free cider, and much more as well as the lighting of 6,000 luminarias along Tlaquepaque’s walkways and courtyards.
