2011 Calendar of Major Festivals and Events in SEDONA, AZ
January 16 & 17:
SEDONA BRIDAL SHOW- Join Sedona vendors as they showcase wedding professionals for your big day. The Sedona Bridal Show organized by the Wedding Chronicle will take place at L' Auberge, Tlaquepaque, Los Abrigados Resort & El Portal. Call 602-750-6517 for more information.
February 12:
6th ANNUAL SEDONA MARATHON- Run, sprint, jog or trot along this distinctively scenic, 26.2-mile course, which features a half marathon as well as a 10K and 5K run. Proceeds benefit the Lymphoma Research Foundation. (800) 775-7671. sedonamarathon.com
February 20-February 27:
SEDONA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL- Now in its 17th season, the festival will showcase more than 125 films highlighting filmmakers and actors from around the world. Workshops and a series of kid friendly films for families will be presented. Screenings open to the public. (928) 282-1177. sedonafilmfestival.com
February 26:
SEDONA BRIDAL FAIR- Professional wedding vendors in one location. An event not to be missed, www.sedonabridalfair.wordpress.com.
March 5:
ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE AND FESTIVAL- Beginning at 10:30 a.m., the parade will make its way from the Sedona Heritage Museum, down Jordan Road to Sacajawea Plaza, Uptown. Festival follows the parade. (928) 204-2390. sedonamainstreet.com
May 8:
SEDONA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL- Sounds of Bluegrass from performances at the Sedona Public Library, creekside at Los Abrigados and other special events. Call 928-204-2415 or visit www.chambermusicsedona.org for tickets and information.
June 11-26:
DINE IN SEDONA RESTAURANT FEST- A 16 day culinary tour of Sedona with participating restaurants offering prix-fixe pricing and menu selection. Enjoy an appetizer, entree and dessert for one price: $19.95, $29.95 or $39.95. Visit www.dineinsedona.com for more information or call 928-204-1123.
June 12:
SEDONA TASTE- A creek side celebration of fine food and drink at Los Abrigados Resort & Spa, benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Arizona. (928) 282-0122.
August 27-September 4:
RED ROCKS MUSIC FESTIVAL- Featuring world-class chamber and flamenco music, orchestral performances, master classes and workshops throughout the week. (877) 733-7257. redrocksmusicfestival.com
September 3-5:
MOONLIGHT MADNESS STREET FESTIVAL- This street festival includes free music and entertainment, children's activities, and sidewalk sales in numerous locations along Hwy. 89A & Hwy. 179 in the Main Street District.(928) 204-2390. sedonamainstreet.com
September 10:
FIESTA DEL TLAQUEPAQUE- Fun, food, music and merriment set in the beautiful courtyards of Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village. (928) 282-4838. tlaq.com
September TBD:
SEDONA WINEFEST- Taste wines from 13 Arizona wineries, enjoy gourmet food, live music, plus hands on art with the Sedona Arts Center. 11am-6pm Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday at the Sedona Airport, call 928-301-0398 or visit Sedonawinefest.com
September 30, October 1-2:
FESTIVAL OF NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE - A three day celebration of the culture of the Natives of Arizona and the southwest. Highlights include a film festival, music and dance festival, fine arts and crafts festival and much more. nafestival.org
October 1:
SEDONA BOOK FESTIVAL- A celebration of local authors sponsored by Well Red Coyote and Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition. Events will include author presentations, readings, book signings, receptions, and entertainment. For more information call 928-282-2284 or 928-300-5839.
October 8:
SEDONA JAZZ ON THE ROCKS- Back by popular demand, this favorite local festival features great jazz complemented by Sedona's famed red rocks. 928-282-11985. sedonajazz.com
October 8-9:
SEDONA ARTS FESTIVAL- Rated "one of the nation's top art festivals," this cultural celebration features fine arts and crafts, cuisine from Sedona restaurants and continuous entertainment at Sedona Red Rock H.S. (928) 204-9456. sedonaartsfestival.org
October 22-29:
SEDONA PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL- The Sedona Arts Center hosts this annual event celebrating painting in open air and featuring many of the country's finest plein air artists. (928) 282-3809. sedonaartscenter.com
November 17, 2011 - Decenber 31, 2011:
RED ROCK FANTASY- Twenty five displays and nearly 1 million lights are featured at this 20th annual holiday spectacular at Los Abrigados Resort & Spa. 877-444-8044. redrockfantasy.com
December 2:
HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING- Watch the annual tree-lighting ceremony, listen to holiday music and visit with Santa in uptown Sedona. Sponsored by the City of Sedona, Sedona Main Street Program and the Sedona Chamber of Commerce. (928) 282-7722, (928) 204-2390. sedonamainstreet.com
December 10:
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS- Thousands of glowing luminaries light up Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village during this 35th annual celebration. Entertainment includes musicians and dancers. (928) 282-4838. tlaq.com
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