Labor Day Flagstaff

Labor Day is a time to celebrate the achievements of workers, reflect on the progress made in labor rights, and enjoy a well-deserved break. The weekend-long holiday is the perfect way to enjoy time with family and friends and mark the unofficial end of summer. Please see below for Flagstaff's biggest Labor Day events, all family-friendly, and sure to provide fun-filled lifelong memories for everyone.

Coconino County Fair

August 30 - September2, 2024

The annual Coconino County Fair is one of northern Arizona's largest events and features fair exhibits/demonstrations, livestock shows/auction, interactive edutainment for children, arts and crafts activities, thrilling carnival rides, cultural performances, and spectacular entertainment by local talents. This year’s fair will include dozens of musical performances and plenty of hands-on crafting demonstrations. Free Bus Service: Coconino County Parks and Recreation has teamed up with NAIPTA (Mountain Line Bus) to offer FREE bus service to the Coconino County Fair! The shuttle departs from the NAU Pine Knoll Dr. parking lot (south campus).

Summer Scenic Chairlift Ride

Ride to the top of Arizona on Snowbowl's Scenic Gondola ride. As the gondola travels up to 11,500 feet, see the cinder cone volcanic field, the red rocks in Sedona, and as far as the Grand Canyon on a clear day. Scenic Gondola Rides offer great opportunities for photography, enjoying the fresh mountain air, and taking in expansive views like no other of the San Francisco Peaks. Take in and appreciate the spectacular views as the gondola whisks you up to the top of the mountain with an opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of northern Arizona. Enjoy lunch at the Snowbowl while listening to music on the deck.

Flagstaff Art in the Park

August 31 - September 2, 2024

Flagstaff Art In The Park is a locally owned arts and crafts festival that features tightly juried one-of-a-kind fine art and fine crafts designed and shown by the artists. This eclectic festival takes place over Labor Day weekend in Wheeler Park in Downtown Flagstaff; a beautiful tree shaded, grassy venue across the street from City Hall and on the main thoroughfare to the Grand Canyon. In addition to 80 artists from across the Southwest, these shows feature nonstop live music throughout the three days of each event, various types of decadent fresh food, and a Shady Beer Garden featuring local and regional breweries. So come and join us once again for another amazing season of art and music in the heart of Northern Arizona's cool pines! 

Fore more ideas of fun things to do over Labor Day weekend, check out this blog post! It's jam-packed with helpful information.