Category: Entertainment

City of Flagstaff Beautification – Arts & Sciences — Call to Artists: 2026/27 Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition, more news

by Community Contributor • June 27, 2025 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff seeks proposals for large-scale, three-dimensional (3D) artworks for the 2026/2027 Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition. The exhibition features five sculptures, existing or newly created, that reflect diverse cultural expressions including Indigenous, Black, and Latinx art. Selected artworks can advance essential perspectives and narratives and will invite interaction, conversation, and appreciation.

Application Deadline: August 1, 2025, 5 pm (Arizona Time)

Image: Artist Isaac Caruso pictured with his sculpture Wings of Ancestors. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Sedona Arts Center — Call to Artists

by Community Contributor • June 27, 2025 • Comments Off

Call to Artists: The Face of Time

An Exhibition at Sedona Arts Center
Exhibit Dates: August 1 – September 12, 2025
Opening Reception: August 1, 2025 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Deadline to Apply: July 1, 2025

Since 2022, Sedona Arts Center has embraced a unifying annual theme to inspire our exhibitions and programs. For the 2025–2026 season, our guiding theme is FACE—a word rich with meaning as both noun and verb. From the human visage to the surface of mountains, from emotional expressions to bold acts of confrontation, FACE invites endless interpretations.

Discover Flagstaff — Heritage Festival, more events

by Community Contributor • June 26, 2025 • Comments Off

Saturday-Sunday, June 28-29
Heritage Festival of Arts and Culture
Museum of Northern Arizona

Connect with Indigenous artists, dancers, musicians, and cultural experts, and shop stunning artwork. 10 a.m.

Sedona Arts Center — Explore Creativity: Summer art classes & workshops

by Community Contributor • June 25, 2025 • Comments Off

Art History Talk–Framing the Self:
A Cultural History of Portraiture
with Brandelyn Andres
August 2, 2025 – 11am-12pm

Through an examination of both self-portraits and depictions of others, this lecture charts the art historical evolution of the genre of portraiture. By examining artists’ intentions, social contexts, and visual choices, we will consider how images of people not only reflect concepts of self but also shape collective understandings of identity, status, and humanity. We can learn much about ourselves as we look into the eyes of others.

Brandelyn Andres is a professor of art history at Yavapai College located in Prescott, Arizona where she teaches courses on art history, art appreciation, two-dimensional design, and popular culture.

Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra — ANNOUNCING SEASON 76

by Community Contributor • June 24, 2025 • Comments Off

Dear Frank,
Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to invite you to our 76th concert season. This year, we journey through works of triumph, transformation, and thrilling brilliance. From long-awaited favorites to bold new experiences, each concert invites you to discover where music can take us—together. Explore the new season below.

United Way of Northern Arizona — A Month Full of Reasons to Celebrate

by Community Contributor • June 19, 2025 • Comments Off

June brings with it a spirit of celebration – around the globe, across the country, and right here in northern Arizona.

From today’s Juneteenth observance to international Pride Month, we are reminded of the power of visibility, freedom, and community. Closer to home, we just celebrated a major milestone in Holbrook with the funding of a new teen center that very soon will offer support and opportunity for young people.

Museum of Northern Arizona — Join Us for Heritage Festival 2025

by Community Contributor • June 17, 2025 • Comments Off

Join us for the Heritage Festival of Arts and Culture June 28 and 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Museum of Northern Arizona in Flagstaff.

This vibrant celebration features 100 Native American artists offering a stunning selection of handmade jewelry, textiles, fine art, pottery, and more. In addition to a unique shopping experience, enjoy traditional dances, live music, cultural talks, food, and activities for kids.
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE & TICKETS

City of Flagstaff announces Juneteenth closures

by Community Contributor • June 17, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff City Hall offices at 211 W. Aspen Ave. will be closed on Thursday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth National Independence Day. City Hall offices will reopen on Friday, June 20 at 8 a.m.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library — Happening at Your Library Week of 6/16/2025

by Community Contributor • June 16, 2025 • Comments Off

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Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra announces free community concert at Museum of Northern Arizona on June 14

by Community Contributor • June 13, 2025 • Comments Off

Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra invites you to our next Max Jerrell Community Concert. Elden Brass will perform tomorrow, June 14, under the outdoor tent at the Museum of Northern Arizona. The concert begins at 3:00 PM.

Coconino County Parks and Recreation Pine & Peaks Post for June 12, 2025 — Fire Safety, Free Fun & Fresh Programs. See What’s New!

by Community Contributor • June 13, 2025 • Comments Off

Welcome to your go-to source for everything Parks & Recreation!
From exciting events to seasonal programs, we’ll keep you in the loop.

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in Effect: Parks & Recreation has specific guidelines outlining what is allowed and prohibited during this time. Click here to review the details before your next visit.
Spots still open for Week 3 of Summer Camp! Fun at the Fort is blasting off with a Space Explorers theme next week, and we have room for new recruits. Sign up here to join the adventure.
New Programs Launching Soon! Archery clinics, culinary classes, Festival of Science activities, and more are coming your way. Stay tuned – our updated catalog will be live soon on our website.

Basin Fire northwest of Flagstaff 54% contained; firing operations complete and resources demobilizing

by Community Contributor • June 13, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The 9,145-acre Basin Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire located 20 miles northwest of Flagstaff, is 54% contained following several days of firing operations and securing.

Fire crews spent Wednesday finishing smaller firing operations on the interior of the fire. Several resources began the demobilization process Wednesday night as the fire winds down. Firefighters will continue patrolling the fire’s perimeter (on Thursday).

“We’re pleased with the results of the Basin Fire on the landscape,” said District Ranger Matt McGrath. “This kind of fire works to reduce the risk of catastrophic fire and post fire-flooding to our surrounding communities and resources.”

Theatrikos Theatre Company is growing!

by Community Contributor • June 12, 2025 • Comments Off

We are thrilled to announce that we have secured a long-term lease on a dedicated rehearsal studio space right here in Flagstaff. This beautiful commercial space will become a hub of creativity and learning, allowing us—for the first time—to offer year-round classes and camps for youth and adults alike. It will also free up valuable space in our main building, giving all departments room to breathe and grow.

But we need your help to bring this vision to life.

Sedona Arts Center — New workshops starting this week!

by Community Contributor • June 10, 2025 • Comments Off

Scholarships Available

Scholarships are an important part of Sedona Arts Center. It has a long history in providing students in need of financial assistance, the ability to hone their skills and creative talents. Art classes and workshops also allow an emotional break from daily life and offer social interaction with fellow lovers of art. We are proud to offer our scholarship program, with the help of The Kling Family Foundation, The Ceramics Scholarship Fund, and the Debbie Winslow Scholarship Fund, which allow us to continue this long standing opportunity.

For more scholarship information, policy updates and to apply: CLICK HERE

Discover Flagstaff — First Friday ArtWalk, Hullabaloo (June 7, 8), Splash of Pride (June 8)

by Community Contributor • June 6, 2025 • Comments Off

Stroll throughout Downtown Flagstaff to see and purchase paintings, jewelry, woodwork, ceramics, and more! 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 6.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: June 2-6, 2025

by Community Contributor • June 5, 2025 • Comments Off

Ongoing Power Outage on North Rim

The National Park Service (NPS) continues to work with the North Rim concessioner to address the power outage affecting the North Rim, which began Sunday evening, June 1, due to an equipment failure involving a transformer near the Grand Canyon Lodge. Power remains out at the Grand Canyon Lodge and surrounding concessioner facilities. Overnight reservations have been canceled since June 2.

June at the Museum of Northern Arizona

by Community Contributor • June 4, 2025 • Comments Off

June marks the beginning of our busiest time of year with a multitude of events throughout the summer. Our beautiful location is special anytime of the year, but summer is especially wonderful here at the Museum of Northern Arizona.

This month sees the return of one of MNA’s most cherished traditions—the Heritage Festival of Arts and Culture, a celebration of living Indigenous culture and creative expression. We’re proud to welcome around 100 Native American artists from across the Colorado Plateau on June 28 and 29. I encourage you to come explore their exquisite works of jewelry, pottery, basketry, fine art, performances, and more. Our galleries provide an insight into the past and present of the Native communities on the Colorado Plateau, while the festival is a wonderful opportunity to talk with many artists from these communities and learn about their creative processes and influences.

Grand Canyon National Park provides update on North Rim power outage and lodge services

by Community Contributor • June 4, 2025 • Comments Off

GRAND CANYON, AZ. — The National Park Service (NPS) has identified the cause of a recent power outage affecting the North Rim as an equipment failure involving a transformer near the Grand Canyon Lodge. Power has been out at the Grand Canyon Lodge since approximately 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 1.

Overnight reservations were cancelled starting the evening of June 2 due to the outage. The National Park Service appreciates visitors’ patience and understanding as we continue working closely with the concessioner to restore lodging and food services to full operations.

Sedona Arts Center — The Big Gay Art Show Opens Friday, June 6

by Community Contributor • June 4, 2025 • Comments Off

Sedona Arts Center proudly kicks off Pride Month with the return of the beloved Big Gay Art Show, on view June 6–July 25, 2025.

Join us for the Opening Reception on Friday, June 6, from 4–6PM, part of Celebrate Sedona—an afternoon of creativity, community, and connection.

Grand Canyon National Park hosts 35th annual Grand Canyon Star Party—June 21-28

by Community Contributor • June 3, 2025 • Comments Off

The event is sponsored by the National Park Service, Grand Canyon Conservancy, the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (South Rim), and the Saguaro Astronomy Club of Phoenix (North Rim). Amateur astronomers from around the world will volunteer their telescopes and expertise for the enjoyment of park visitors. Dozens of telescopes will offer views of planets, double stars, star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies. By day, keep an eye out for solar telescopes pointed at the sun. Weather permitting, expect spectacular views of the universe!

Summer ART Raffle at the Sedona Arts Center! Enter to Win!

by Community Contributor • June 3, 2025 • Comments Off

Sedona Arts Center Summer Raffle is Here! 🎨
Win Original Artwork by Renowned Artists

Support the arts and take home something beautiful! Now through June 21, 2025, enter our Summer Raffle for a chance to win one of several original works of art created by talented Sedona Arts Center artists.

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Featured Artists:
Elizabeth St. Hilaire, Sandra Luehrsen, Mary Helsaple,
Michelle Held, Robert Burridge, and Bruce Gomez

Theatrikos Theatre Co. — Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Shrek The Musical and Much More!

by Community Contributor • June 2, 2025 • Comments Off

Get ready for a vibrant and unforgettable theatrical experience as Theatrikos proudly presents Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s beloved musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. This iconic show promises to dazzle audiences of all ages with its infectious melodies, witty lyrics, and a heartwarming tale of betrayal, forgiveness, and the power of dreams.

Running from July 17th to August 10th, this production brings the timeless biblical story of Joseph to life with a kaleidoscope of musical styles – from rock and roll to calypso, country-western to French ballads. Follow Joseph, Jacob’s favorite son, on his incredible journey from the pit of despair to becoming the Pharaoh’s trusted advisor, all while adorned in his magnificent, multicolored coat.

Sedona Arts Center — Sign up for an Art Class or Workshop!

by Community Contributor • June 2, 2025 • Comments Off

Scholarships Available

Sedona Arts Center — LAST CHANCE TO BUY ¡Qué Hermoso! artwork!

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

¡Qué Hermoso! Artwork Available Online!
LAST DAY OF EXHIBITION:
FRIDAY, MAY 30, 2025

¡Qué Hermoso! features a rich variety of artistic expression by emerging, mid-career and established Arizona artists including Oliverio Balcells, Cristina Cárdenas, Emily Costello, Camila Ibarra, Gretchen Lopez, Amanda Mollindo, Liliana Mora, Cora Quiroz, Joe Ray and Veronica Verdugo-Lomeli. More than 50 artworks will highlight histories, familism, forgotten stories and rich personal and collective experiences.

Discover Flagstaff — Flagstaff Wool and Fiber Festival May 31 through June 1, more events

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

Flagstaff Wool and Fiber Festival

The Pioneer Museum

Kick off your summer and come enjoy a sunshine filled weekend of live animal demonstrations, dozens of textile vendors, food, and more. 9 a.m.

Learn More

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: May 26-30, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

Native Artisans Vendor Market Opens on North Rim

This past weekend, Grand Canyon National Park supported the Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) Native Artisans Market on the North Rim which included 15 different Indigenous vendors over the course of four days. This was the first time the market was open on the North Rim.

City of Flagstaff Beautification – Arts & Sciences news and opportunities

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for an artist to work with a design team to create a landmark 3D artwork within a roundabout at the intersection of N. Switzer Canyon Drive and N. Turquoise Drive.

City of Flagstaff Concerts in the Park 2025 to be held June 4 through July 30

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

Every Wednesday in June and July | 5:30 – 7:30 pm – Enjoy free, family friendly, live music from local musicians in our beautiful parks. Bring your blankets, chairs, and dancing feet.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library events for the week of May 26, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 27, 2025 • Comments Off

Adult & All-Ages Events

Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition officially opened May 19 at the Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff/Coconino County Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition officially opened Monday, May 19 at the Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park.

The exhibit brings together powerful cultural expressions through large-scale sculptures by artists Olivero Balcells, Isaac Caruso, Joe Ray, Adrian Wall, and Lance Yazzie, city officials said.

Artworks reflect personal and shared histories and add new layers of meaning to a park rich in visual storytelling and community spirit. The exhibition is on view through Mar. 15, 2026, and is presented in partnership with Coconino County.

Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) joins county representatives at Fiesta de Mayo Celebration at the Flagstaff Mall

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) joined county representatives at Fiesta de Mayo Celebration at the Flagstaff Mall on May 18.

Presented by the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association , the mall celebration was one of two events held last weekend, which included its “2025 Fiesta de Mayo Dance Party” at its newly-opened Sunnyside Market of Dreams, 2136 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: May 19-23, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

Memorial Day 21-gun salute at Pioneer Cemetery

On Monday, May 27, American Legion, John Ivens Post 42, will hold its annual Memorial Day 21-gun salute ceremony at the Pioneer Cemetery, located to the west of the Shrine of the Ages. This special event is open to the public to honor Veterans buried in the cemetery.

The event will begin around 11 a.m. and residents here in the park can expect to hear blank rounds being fired on or around this time.

Museum of Northern Arizona Virtual Auction open for bidding!

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

We are just two weeks away from MNA’s biggest fundraising night of the year – the Party on the Plateau! If you didn’t snag tickets to this sold-out event, no worries – you can still bid in the silent auction, which is open for online bidding. You do not have to be attending the Party on the Plateau to participate!

Sedona Arts Center — May News

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

You may have heard the news about National Endowment for the Arts grants and grant programs being terminated by DOGE recently.

While Sedona Arts Center has not been directly impacted by the current NEA grant terminations, we would be impacted by the elimination of the National Endowment for the Arts through our annual grant from the AZ Commission on the Arts. The entire field of arts and culture would be significantly impacted by this loss – be it research to the field, the millions of lives improved through participation in the arts, or the millions of jobs and the economic impact the arts have on America’s bottom line. The NEA’s funding is critical to us, but they provide our field so much more.

Sedona Arts Center — Call to Artists: The Face of Time

by Community Contributor • May 19, 2025 • Comments Off

An Exhibition at Sedona Arts Center
Exhibit Dates: August 1 – September 12, 2025
Opening Reception: August 1, 2025 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Deadline to Apply: July 1, 2025