Spring Events

With close proximity to two national parks, six national monuments, and eight state parks that claim their own distinct flora, and where multi-use trail systems are plentiful, Flagstaff offers plenty of spring things-to-do, many of which are outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and wildlife watching – yes – wildlife watching, offering views of wintering bald eagles, elk, waterfowl and more. Perhaps there’s a preference for walking tours or sipping hand-crafted cocktails or stargazing. We’ve got all that, too, plus zip lining in the world’s largest contiguous ponderosa pine forest and many more by-appointment experiences.

Recently recognized as a trendy US Spring Break destination, Flagstaff’s snowfall provides for great spring skiing.

First Friday ArtWalks

If you plan to attend this monthly street party, your walking shoes are a necessity. First Friday ArtWalk is one of Northern Arizona’s premier arts events. Held the first Friday of the month, art galleries and businesses in historic Downtown Flagstaff open their doors from 6-9pm with special art exhibitions, performances, live music, treats, and more. Many downtown hot spots remain open after 9 pm as the ArtWalk celebrations continue.

Location: Downtown Flagstaff
Time: 6-9pm

Youth Arts 2026

Coconino Center for the Arts’ 2026 Youth Arts Exhibition invites local youth artists from Coconino County and the regional community to exhibit their recent artwork at CCA. The exhibition is open to and inclusive of all artwork submissions by youth artists, Pre-K to 12th grade, that reflect the theme From Ordinary to Extraordinary.

How can everyday objects and experiences become magical, through art?

Our objective is to engage youth audiences throughout Northern Arizona and support a wide range of art disciplines. 

Date: March 7-28, 2026
Time: 4-8 pm
Location: Coconino Center for the Arts – 2300 N Fort Valley Rd – 928-779-2300

Shamrock Shuffle Bar Crawl

We are celebrating St. Paddy's Day with some of our favorite bars and restaurants! Join us in Downtown Flagstaff for specials on green beer and St. Paddy's themed drinks! 

You must be 21+ to attend this event and receive any bar crawl specials.

Date & Time: TBA Saturday, March 2026
Location: Downtown Flagstaff

Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival

Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival celebrates 24 years of the best in outdoor adventure, cultural, social and environmental films from around the world. 

The festival is one of about 50 mountain & adventure films across the world, and aims to provide an alternative cinematic experience that inspires, educates, fosters creative connections, and enriches the quality of life for Flagstaff citizens and visitors to Northern Arizona through the art of filmmaking and the stories of documentary films.

Date: April 9-12, 2026
Location: Orpheum Theater – 15 W Aspen Ave – 928-556-1580

Bushmaster Family Faire!

It's never too early to start planning for family activities for summer! Have your kids bounce on all of the bounce houses while you browse the many upcoming activities that summer in Flagstaff has for your children... sign up for summer camps, register for summer classes, have fun connecting with your neighbors!

Come celebrate our community with us! Browse the wares from the vendors. Try your hand at the various activities and arts & crafts. Buy something tasty from the food truck!

Date: TBA Saturday, April 2026
Time: 10 am - 6pm
Location: Bushmaster Park (West side of the park)
What: Activities, Entertainment, Bounce Houses, Fun!
Cost: Many free activities! (Fee for some activities)
For more information visit: ruggednatureproductions.com

Viola's Flower Garden Pansy Party 

No better way to kick off the spring season than with a unique and fun event to get us into the spring and planting season. There will be tea, lemonade, finger foods, and music. The selection of pansies during this party are going to be great so come check it out! Follow Viola's on Facebook and Instagram for up-to-date information. Come dressed in your springs finest party clothes, the floppier more colorful hats the better!

Date: TBA Saturday, April 2026
Time: 12-3pm
Location: Viola's Flower Garden
For more info: violasflowergarden.com
Cost: Free

EVER PRESENT: Guillermo Galindo & José Luis Sotero

Presents two Mexican artists whose work reflects upon their journeys in search of a life in America. Guillermo Galindo (San Francisco, CA), an acclaimed Mexican-born artist and U.S. citizen, composer, and performer, shares his newest project Sonic Biogenesis, an installation commenting on genetics, mobility, and the environment. José Luis Sotero (Nogales, Sonora, MX), a self-taught Mexican painter, presents his recent paintings using pictorial surrealism to depict the stories of people who seek refuge from violence and poverty in hope of a better life. While both artists have long worked with themes of migration, their work reflects distinctly different perspectives and expressions. This exhibition is mindful of the important role of immigration at the center of the American experience, and current conversations on immigration taking place in the U.S., with increased awareness in border states such as Arizona.

Project Gallery Dates: April 18 – June 6, 2026
Location: Coconino Center for the Arts
For more information visit: coconinoarts.org

Celebrate Earth Day 

The City of Flagstaff hosts an annual Earth Day Celebration to bring together all members of our community. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for local organizations to show community members ways they can get involved with protecting, conserving, and learning about our shared home. Hosted on the Saturday closest to April 22nd, this event is held in a public space where dozens of community organizations, bands, local food vendors, and local presenters come together to have fun in the sun!

Date: April 18, 2026
Time: 11:00AM - 2:00PM
Location: Bushmaster Park
For more information visit: Earth Day Celebration | City of Flagstaff Official Website (az.gov)

Starlight in the Square

Celebrate International Dark Sky Week with a unique, curated tasting and stargazing experience in Flagstaff's historic Heritage Square. The event begins at sunset with selected heavy hors d'oeuvres and specialty drinks themed to dark skies. As the twilight skies darken, Heritage Square will take on the warm, intimate glow of amber lighting as the Square's lamps are doused and atmospheric music fills the air. Enjoy laser-guided tours of the night sky throughout the evening and close-up views of Mars, Jupiter and other celestial objects through several telescopes scattered throughout the Square. Proceeds from this event support the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition and the Downtown Flagstaff Foundation.

When: TBA April 2026
Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
Where: Heritage Square, Downtown Flagstaff
For more information visit: downtownflagstaff.org

State 48 Hour Film Project

Crew up for the ultimate filmmaking project and come make a movie in a weekend! That’s right... only 48 Hours! Challenge your creativity, collaborate with friends on a film project, and screen your film at a film festival—all in one weekend!

48 Hour Film Projects are a worldwide filmmaking competition where teams embark on the entire filmmaking journey—scripting, filming, and editing a short film within a 48 hour timeframe. At the start, teams are given a genre, character, line of dialogue, and a prop, all of which must be included in their film. At the end of the competition all films are screened.

This event is open to the public, and light refreshments will be offered at the film festival. See you at the movies!

Date: TBA April 2026
Time: 4:15pm
Location: Coconino High School, Small Auditorium - 2801 N Izabel St, Flagstaff, AZ
For more information visit: flagstaffinternationalfilmfestival.com/48hfp

Arboretum Opening

Surrounded by ponderosa forest at 7,150 feet in elevation with spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks, The Arboretum at Flagstaff is a unique destination, specializing in increasing the understanding, appreciation and conservation of plants native to the Colorado Plateau. Home to 750 species of plants, the beautiful 200-acre property consists of gardens, greenhouses, and woodland trails that are family and pet friendly. The Arboretum also hosts a number of special events, plant sales, wedding and facility rentals, youth and adult classes as well as features local artist works in their gift shop.

Date: April 29, 2026
Location: The Arboretum – 4001 S Woody Mountain Rd – 928-774-1442

Ninth Planet Mountain Bike Race

Register for the Ninth Planet Mountain Race, named to pay homage to Flagstaffs rich history with space exploration, observation, and Pluto’s discovery!

There are two distances. The Mars Mission is a 40-ish mile course that is both challenging and engaging, set with the old school big loop format. This course is mostly made up of single track, and sections of technical descents with fast flowy AZT mixed in. Attendees will find this to be a very balanced course. Not unlike a mission to the red planet, very exciting for the potential, but know it's not going to be an easy journey! The Moon Mission course is nearly 20 miles made up of some of Flagstaffs newest trails that have been added to the local network. Making this ideal for those with a little less experience. Not to worry, while the course is shorter, there hasn't been any eliminated fun, weaving through the lower parts of the Shultz area!

Date: TBA May 2026
Details: Ninth Planet Mountain Bike Race — Sable Events

Music on the Square

Downtown Flagstaff is set to come alive this spring and summer with the return of Music on the Square for its fourth year, a FREE concert series. Presented with support from Old Town Shops, this beloved seasonal tradition invites locals and visitors alike to enjoy live performances by talented local musicians in the heart of Flagstaff!

Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket, grab coffee, lunch, or dinner from nearby downtown eateries, and relax in Heritage Square while soaking in local sounds of Flagstaff's music scene. It's the perfect way to unwind and celebrate community spirit all summer long.

Date: May - September 2026
Location: Heritage Square
Details: Music on the Square

Movies on the Square

Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, family and friends– it’s time for Movies on the Square! 

Every Saturday from May to July, Heritage Square will be transformed into a lively outdoor movie theater. Festivities begin at 5:00pm with music and family activities, followed by a movie screening at dusk. Arrive early to find a good spot, enjoy the tunes, and explore Downtown Flagstaff before the movie begins!

Date: May - July, 2026
Location: Heritage Square
Details: Movies on the Square | Events | Downtown Flagstaff

Spin on the Square

Kickstart your Sundays with Spin on the Square, an energizing event that brings the community together! Hosted by The Box Studio, this high-energy outdoor spin class starts on Sunday, May 24th and runs until August 30th.

Head to Heritage Square at 9:00am and meet other fitness lovers for a heart-pumping workout under the open sky with great music and an energizing community. Led by experts from The Box Studio, this 45-minute spin class is sure to make your day. Be sure to book your spot to ensure you don’t miss out. Afterwards, explore Downtown Flagstaff and treat yourself to a delicious brunch at a local eatery!

Whether you're a seasoned spinner or hopping on the bike for the first time, Spin on the Square is your Sunday morning wake-up call.

Date: May 24 - August 30, 2026
Location: Heritage Square
Details: Spin on the Square | Events | Downtown Flagstaff