Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra to present Sippin’ with the Symphony on Aug. 30

This Saturday, August 30, FSO’s Sippin’ with the Symphony returns at Wiseman Aviation. An evening of music, fine wine & craft beer, culinary delights, and live and silent auctions await. Tickets are selling fast—secure your seat today for this intimate soirée.

Purchase tickets here or by clicking the button below.

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — Don’t Miss Our Strong Towns Speaker on Sept. 4

F3’s series focuses on bringing people to Flagstaff who will provide important ideas about how we can build a more resilient and engaged Flagstaff.

Our speaker series purposefully coincides with our community’s review of the Flagstaff Draft Regional Land Use Plan 2045. Public review of the Regional Plan started a month ago, and Public Hearings start on September 10th. In May 2026, Flagstaff residents will vote in a Special Election on whether to use the Plan as a guiding document for how we want the City of Flagstaff to address its five goals of  Housing Affordability & Equity, Climate Action, a Healthy Economy, a Walkable, Mixed Use Community, and, Natural & Cultural Resources.

‘From Artemis to Zorya: The Role of the Feminine Divine Throughout History’ event to be held at Flagstaff Ice House on Sept. 5

We’re thrilled to invite you to From Artemis to Zorya: The Role of the Feminine Divine Throughout History, a curated showcase of live performances, visual art, and the fascinating history of the feminine divine, taking place on September 5th at the Historic Ice House Downtown.

Register now for the Northern Arizona Out-of-School Time Community Conversation in Flagstaff on Sept. 6

FLAGSTAFF — The Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence will be visiting Northern Arizona and we would love to connect with YOU!

The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6 at the Flagstaff Unified School District Family Resource Center, 4000 N. Cummings St., Flagstaff. Brunch will be provided. Register HERE.

Coconino County County hosts public forum on Wildfire-Insurance Crisis in Flagstaff on Sept. 9

FLAGSTAFF — Following a packed first meeting in June that drew significant public participation, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors are inviting residents back for the second in a series of Board work sessions on the Wildfire-Insurance Crisis.

The session will be held from 2 to 3 p.m., Tuesday, September 9, at the Coconino County Administrative Building, 110 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff. The link to stream the meeting is youtube.com/coconinocnty

Get your tickets now to hear two powerful speakers at CCC&Y 2025 Conference at Lowell Observatory on Sept. 9

Less than two weeks remain to get your tickets to attend the return of our popular and educational  CCC&Y Conference with this year’s  theme of “Coherence Rising: Inner Alignment as the Catalyst for Systematic Change.” The 2025 conference will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9 at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff.

Join us in a beautiful setting that reminds us the universe is infinite and so is our potential.

We are joined by not one, but two amazing and powerful keynote presenters who share their expertise, gift for inspiration and profound insights. 

Sept. 14 — Coconino Center for the Arts — ‘Thollem McDonas Presented by Interference Series’

In conjunction with the Southwest Collaborative Music Convergence.

“Listening to Thollem play the piano is an astonishing experience. He has an innate ability to compose transcendent music using the piano as his expressive voice and to explore the depth and range of the instrument like no one else.” (Joan Jeanrenaud, Kronos Quartet)

Bilingual report — Sunnyside Neighborhood Association to hold 22nd annual Fiesta de Independencia Celebration at Flagstaff Mall on Sept. 14

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association will hold its 22nd annual Fiesta de Independencia Celebration from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14 at Flagstaff Mall. Free event.

Featuring a live band, folklorico dancers, and a piñata for the kids. Come celebrate Independence! There will be food and other items for purchase at the event.

The Mexican Consulate of Phoenix, AZ will perform the historic “El Grito” Ceremony at approximately 3:45 PM.

Arizona Clinical Trials — VEN Centers to hold Community Open House in Flagstaff on Sept. 18

FLAGSTAFF — Arizona Clinical Trials VEN Centers hold Community Open House from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18 at 1150 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff.

We’re excited to welcome our neighbors to Arizona Clinical Trials and VEN Centers for an afternoon of connection,
 celebration, and conversation.

Coconino Center for the Arts — Route 66 Diner Theater – Tickets Available Now! (Sept. 27)

Coconino Center for the Arts invites the community to hit the open road—without leaving town—for Route 66 Diner Theater, a one-night-only benefit for CCA’s exhibitions and programs. This dynamic evening blends the tastes, sounds, and stories of America’s most iconic highway into an unforgettable experience.

The ticket price includes appetizers and dinner by Sosta, (2) drink tickets, theatrical performance, and three unique musical experiences, weaving together a rich tapestry of sound and storytelling within Coconino Center for the Arts’ current exhibition.

City hosting open house events for the Flagstaff Carbon Neutrality Plan on Oct. 1

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff is updating the Flagstaff Carbon Neutrality Plan to reflect progress and improve the community’s experience using the Plan. The City invites residents to join a community open house event to learn about local climate action efforts, share ideas, and help shape the City’s path forward. 

Open house invitation for Community Wildfire Protection Plan for Rural Fire Districts and Tribal Com to be held Oct. 1

Please join the Greater Flagstaff Forests Partnership (GFFP), Coconino County and your local fire departments/districts at five distinct community meetings in support of the development of a countywide Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).

The dates and locations of each unique community meeting are listed below.

NAU Hispanic/Latine Heritage Month Tailgate Party to be held at Walkup Skydome on Oct. 4

FLAGSTAFF — The NAU Hispanic/Latine Heritage Month Tailgate Party will be held at from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4 at NAU’s Walkup Skydome in the Student Tailgate Section.

Join the NAU Office of Inclusion for music, food and community before chewing on our NAU Lumberjacks.

City of Flagstaff to hold Flagstaff Regional Plan 2045 meeting Oct. 9

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff will hold a Citizen’s Review Session and three public hearings, beginning this month, to consider adoption of the Flagstaff Regional Plan 2045 as a comprehensive update of the City’s General Plan. The public hearing draft of the Regional Plan is available online and the City invites the Flagstaff community to read the draft, submit comments, and attend the hearings, which will be held according to the following schedule. A virtual option will be provided for each meeting.

The Sedona Plein Air Festival starts Oct. 20

Join us for an immersive celebration of art set against the awe-inspiring red rock landscapes of Sedona, Arizona.

As one of the oldest continuously running plein air festivals in the western U.S., this iconic event brings together master artists from across the country to paint on location and share their talents with the public. Held during Sedona’s most beautiful season, the festival features a week of outdoor painting, special exhibitions, engaging workshops, and free community events.

Bureau of Reclamation to present the results from a regional water planning study to Flagstaff City Council and City’s Water Commission on Oct. 23

FLAGSTAFF — On Oct. 23, 2025, the Value Program Office of the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) will share the results of a value-planning-level study during a public meeting with the Flagstaff City Council. The study aimed to assist the City of Flagstaff (Flagstaff) and its Partners with identifying a resilient and redundant regional water solution. Reclamation will present the results in the Flagstaff City Council Chambers and the public is welcome to attend in person or listen online.

Flagstaff Community invited to share comments on automated license plate reader cameras program on Oct. 28

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council discussed the use of automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras in Flagstaff during the Sept 2 Council meeting. Such cameras are currently in use in Flagstaff and are provided by a contract between the City of Flagstaff and Flock Safety. During the Sept. 2 meeting, Council supported having a future public discussion on the use of ALPR cameras in Flagstaff. The Council also voted to postpone action on an amendment to Flagstaff’s contract with Flock Safety. Flagstaff’s current contract with Flock Safety will remain active in the meantime. 

Coconino Community College to present course on ‘Exploring Flagstaff’s Latino Heritage and Community’ with Eva Barraza on Oct. 30

FLAGSTAFF — Dive into the rich and diverse stories of the Latino communities — Mexican, Basque, Spanish, Chicano — that have shaped the vibrant tapestry of Flagstaff. This interactive course offers a dynamic introduction to the people, traditions, industries, and historic sites that have played a vital role in the city’s development.

This course meets on four Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.: Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30. $40 registration fee.

From prominent families and community celebrations to hidden histories and cultural legacies, you’ll uncover the often-overlooked contributions that continue to define the beauty, strength, and spirit of Flagstaff. Whether you’re new to the area or a lifelong resident, this journey through local heritage will deepen your connection to the city and its multicultural roots.

The Haunted Ice House Chills and Thrills this Halloween season on Oct. 31

FLAGSTAFF — This October, the Historic Ice House will transform from a relic of the past into the region’s most chilling haunted attraction: The Haunted Ice House, presented by Culture Connection AZ. Once a working ice factory before home refrigeration became common, the building will serve as the eerie backdrop for a terrifying immersive experience filled with dark history, sinister characters, and unforgettable scares.

Led by a tour guide, guests will encounter bloodcurdling thrills along their journey, and just might meet some of the Ice House’s most infamous spirits, such as The Hookman. Once an ice factory worker in the Ice House, he became obsessed with the steel hooks used to move massive ice blocks. Until one day his obsession turned sadistic…They say you can still hear the faint metallic screech of his hook and feel the chill of his wrath.