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FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT -- Stage 2 -- Previous restrictions are in effect with the addition:

Use of open fire pits and open flame devices without an on/off switch are prohibited throughout the City of Flagstaff. Charcoal grills are prohibited throughout the City of Flagstaff including private residences and campgrounds. Entry is prohibited into all closed State and/or National Forest lands from within the City of Flagstaff. Click here for full restrictions

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Free Winter Events

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“What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.” – John Steinbeck. Please stay and play responsibly.

Winter in Flagstaff is a magical time filled with free events that capture the beauty of the season. Visitors and locals alike can enjoy festive holiday markets, tree-lighting ceremonies, and winter art walks. Snow-covered landscapes provide the perfect setting for outdoor adventures. From cozy downtown celebrations to scenic winter trails, Flagstaff’s free winter events offer a warm and welcoming way to experience the season's charm.

Winter Market and Open House

The entire museum is FREE all weekend long.
MNA • Dec. 7 & 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Winter Movie Series

Enjoy some of your favorite holiday movies
The Orpheum • Saturdays, Dec. 7, 14 & 21
Doors at 9:30am, Movie at 10am

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Winter Wonderland and Tree Lighting

Kick off your holiday season in Downtown 
Heritage Square • Saturday, Dec. 7, 2:30pm

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Window Decorating Contest

Vote for your favorite holiday window!
Downtown Flagstaff • Dec. 1-31, 2024

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Howlidays

FREE holiday pet photos with Santa!
Heritage Square • Dec. 8, 2024

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Holiday Parade of Lights

Experience the joy of the holidays downtown
Downtown Flagstaff • Dec. 14, 2024 • 6-8pm

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Noon Year's Eve

Special Pinecone Drop at 12pm noon! FREE! 
Heritage Square • December 31 at 10am-2pm

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Pinecone drop on New Year's Eve

THE GREAT PINECONE DROP

There’s nothing like lowering a 70-pound, 6-foot-tall, well-lit metallic pinecone
The Weatherford Hotel • December 31, 10pm & 12am

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I Heart Pluto

Show your love at the Home of Pluto
February 2025 - Lowell Observatory

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Flagstaff Visitor Center

One E. Route 66
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
U.S. 001.928.213.2951
VisitorCenter@flagstaffaz.gov

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