RV Journal Out & About in Arizona

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ARIZONA

KINGMAN –Events:
Chillin’ on Beale Street in Historic Downtown Kingman, third Saturday of the month, July-October. See classic and custom cars, enjoy food, vendors, music and fun.
928-830-3755

Hualapai Mountain Arts & Crafts Fair, Aug 21-22. Handcrafted items from the best artists in the west are offered along with good food and cold beer, all under the pines at the Hualapai Mountain Resort, 4525 Hualapai Mountain Rd, Kingman. Hours: 9am-5pm.
928-757-3545 • 800-758-0671

2010 Mohave County Fair, Sep 16-19. Enjoy all the fun of a county fair! Hours: Thurs-Sat from 10am-10pm; Sun from 10am-6pm. Location: 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd, Kingman. Admission: $2-$5.
928-753-2636
www.mcfafairgrounds.org

5th Annual Golf Tournament, Sep 18. Tournament benefits the Pine Lake Fire Department. Location: the Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course.
928-715-3857

26th Annual Andy Devine Days Parade, Sep 25. Location: Beale Street, downtown Kingman. Hours: 10am-12pm.
928-757-7919

26th Annual Andy Devine Days PRCA Rodeo, Sep 25-26. Location: Mohave County Fairgrounds, 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd, Kingman. Events begin at 1pm.
www.kingmanrodeo.net

PARKER – Events:
Klpz 1380 AM FLOG™ Tournament (baseball golf), Jul 10. In the middle of the summer when you can fry an egg on the road, select groups of crazy people play FLOG™ to raise money for community organizations throughout the area.

Summer Wrap-Up on the River, Sep 3-6. Enjoy Labor Day weekend on the river!

Mike Keevy Golf Tournament, Sep 18. Event benefits the Town of Parker Community Pool.

BlueWater Challenge, Oct 14-17. This new off-road race will be a huge event. On Thursday, you can meet and greet the drivers at the “Downtown Experience.” Parker event info:
928-669-6511

PHOENIX – Area events:
Visit Taliesin West, Summer Tours June-August. Frank Lloyd Wright began building this desert masterpiece in 1937 as his personal winter home, studio, and architectural campus. Located on the beautiful Sonoran desert in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains in northeast Scottsdale, the site offers Summer Tours (June-August) including “Night Lights and the Desert Tour” on Fri, Sat and Mon evenings, and an “Architecture Discovery Tour” for families with school-age children, offered daily. Please note, Taliesin West is closed Tue-Wed in July and August. Reservations are available
480-860-2700
www.franklloydwright.org

Desert Botanical Garden, Flashlight Tours, through Aug 28. Desert Botanical Garden has the world’s largest collection of desert plants in a natural setting. This exquisite garden features thousands of thriving desert plants and wildflowers set throughout five thematic trails with more than 60 interactive exhibits. Flashlight Tours are offered through Aug 28 from 7pm-9pm. On this sensory adventure, see, hear and feel the desert night with its nighthawks, snakes, insects and night-blooming flowers. Tour is recommended for families.
480-941-1225
www.dbg.org

Greater Phoenix Greek Festival, Oct 8-10. This year’s Festival includes a superb full-scale authentic dinner menu, al la carte meals, delicious pastries, an extensive line of imported groceries, live entertainment, Greek beer and wine, a variety of vendors to choose from, jewelers, music, novelty items, and more... plenty of parking with shuttles available. As always, a percent of the proceeds will benefit the Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Admission: $2.
602-264-2791
602-264-7863

BENSON –
Butterfield Overland Stagecoach Days, Oct 9-10. Benson celebrates the town’s western roots with musical entertainment, a pony express mail ride, a parade, vendors and a car show on Oct 10. A rodeo is held on Saturday night, too.
520-586-2842
www.bensonchamberaz.com

PRESCOTT –
23rd Annual Cowboy Poets Gathering at Yavapai College, Aug 13-14. One of the best gatherings of Cowboy Poets in the country, this event strives to preserve the culture and heritage of the American West. Enjoy the talents of The Desert Sons, Dave Stamey and Jean and Gary Prescott among others. Free daytime sessions are offered on Friday from noon-5pm, Saturday from 10am-5pm, with evening performances at 7pm on both days. Location: Yavapai College, 1100 E. Sheldon Street. Ticket info and program lineup:
928-722-0301
www.azcowboypoets.org

WICKENBURG – Events:
22nd Annual Fiesta de Septiembre, Sep 4. This celebration of Wickenburg’s Hispanic heritage includes activities such as folklorico dancers, mariachis, a pioneer photo exhibit, salsa contest, margarita making contest, arts and crafts, Mercado (market) and more. Location: Wickenburg Community Center, 160 N. Valentine, historic district.
928-684-5479
www.wickenburgchamber.com 

16th Annual Wickenburg Fly-In and Classic Car Show, Oct 9. Discover Aviation Month in Arizona and learn about aviation services at The Municipal Airport of Wickenburg. View a variety of aircraft flying into the activity and enjoy a pancake breakfast. See 75 classic automobiles and an arts and crafts show and more. Location: Municipal Airport, Hwy 60, Wellik Field.
928-684-5479 
www.wickenburgchamber.com

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