Arizona America250 Events Calendar

Explore our Arizona America250 Events Calendar, your hub for commemorating America’s 250th anniversary in Arizona. This calendar highlights both signature events hosted by Arizona America250 and community-led events taking place across the state.

If your organization or community is planning an event that aligns with the spirit of America250, we invite you to be part of the celebration. Help us build a vibrant calendar that reflects the richness of Arizona’s past, present, and future. Submitting your event is easy and free!

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  • Catalina Nights at Catalina State Parks

    Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Rd, Tucson, Arizona

    First and Third Friday of the Month | Time Varies by Date Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of […]

  • Ranger-led hikes at Cattail Cove State Park

    Cattail Cove State Park 15 mi. S of Lake Havasu on Hwy 95, Lake Havasu, Arizona

    Last Saturday of the month 10 a.m. Join us on one of our four trails every month for a fun, ranger-led hike! The hikes will start at 10 a.m. and feature a different trail each time. Come experience the beauty and adventure at Cattail Cove State Park! 15 mi. S of Lake Havasu on Hwy […]

  • Freedom 250 / Blue Star Museums

    African American Museum of Southern Arizona 1303 E University Blvd room 244, Tucson, AZ 85719)

    AAMSAZ is proud to be part of Blue Star Museums again, a national appreciation program to thank our military families for their service and share with them America’s cultural treasures. Blue Star Museums | National Endowment for the Arts

  • Prescott’s Doc HolliDaze Weekend

    Various locations in downtown Prescott, Arizona

    Prescott’s Doc HolliDaze Weekend, August 14-16, 2026 Join the gathering in downtown Prescott, Arizona, for Prescott’s Doc HolliDaze weekend, August 14-16, 2026! The celebration is designed to promote the history of Prescott with entertaining and engaging education and to provide a fun weekend of events for both locals and out of town attendees. A discounted […]

  • Pine Needlers Quilt Show

    Capps Middle School 3375 Buckskin Rd., AZ

    Quilt Show with a Boutique items, Quilt Raffles, Bake Sale, Military and Community quilts for sale. A $2 donation requested for admission.

  • Tattered Flag Project

    Scottsdale Stadium Fieldhouse 7408 E Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

    We hold a beautiful ceremony retiring worn and tattered American flags. We retire them with honor, dignity and the respect they deserve.

  • HER Arizona 250 Summit

    The Flinn Foundation 1802 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United States

    Take your citizenship to the next level! At the HER Arizona 250 Summit, we will discuss how to strengthen our civic fabric in Arizona, including practical ways women can make a difference in society today. We will be privileged to hear a keynote address by Women Building Peace Director Alexis Bradley. With more than 20 […]

  • Williams Veteran StandDown

    Williams Recreation Center 300 W. Railroad Avenue, Williams, Ar

    The 7th Annual Williams Veteran StandDown provides veterans in the surrounding rural communities with access to vital resources, benefits information, and direct support in a centralized location. StandDown events provide veterans with the opportunity to connect face-to-face with service providers, peers, and community organizations that are invested in their well-being. By offering multiple resources in a […]

  • Prescott Indian Art Market (PIAM)

    Sharlot Hall Museum 415 W. Gurley St., Prescott, AZ

    The Prescott Indian Art Market (PIAM), held annually at the Sharlot Hall Museum, is a vibrant celebration of Native American art, culture, and tradition. Featuring talented Indigenous artists from across the Southwest and beyond, the event showcases a diverse array of fine art, jewelry, textiles, and cultural demonstrations. Visitors have the opportunity to engage directly […]

  • NEA Big Read Kick-Off Event: Emily Dickinson

    Burton Barr Central Library 1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, United States

    Join us as we kickoff the 2026–27 NEA Big Read season with a community celebration centered on the life, poetry, and enduring legacy of one of America's most beloved poets, Emily Dickinson! The NEA Big Read, which builds community through the shared experience of reading, discussion, and creative exploration, kicks off its 2026–27 season with […]

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  • Twin Arrows Veteran StandDown

    Twin Arrow Navajo Casino Resort 22181 Resort Blvd, Flagstaff, Arizona

    This memorial StandDown honors George Willie Sr. while supporting veterans through connection to services, benefits, and community partners dedicated to long-term stability and care. StandDown events provide veterans with the opportunity to connect face-to-face with service providers, peers, and community organizations that are invested in their well-being. By offering multiple resources in a single setting, […]

  • HAV Veterans Day Parade, Phoenix

    Phx Veterans Day Parade 5757 N Central Ave, Phoenix, Arizona

    This is a parade in the city of Phoenix on Veterans Day to honor the sacrifice that veterans have given for our country.