Best time to visit Arizona
Best time of year to visit Arizona
It's not easy to distinguish the best time to visit Arizona as incredible conditions for tourists can be found all year round. March through May can be a fantastic period with its pleasant temperatures and unbelievable blooms. This is when the number of visitors slowly starts to rise, but you can still make it to peaceful Antelope Canyon to catch a sunset. Summer in Arizona is hot and crowded, and many attractions are packed shoulder to shoulder with visitors. So it's better to inhale the fresh air by Cibecue, Havasu, or Tanque Verde Falls. Just like spring, fall is a joyful time to head to Arizona with warm weather and plenty to do. Don't miss witnessing a solar spotlight at the Anthem Veterans Memorial on Veteran’s Day in November. Choose winter if you’d prefer to save some money or can't stand messing with crowds. Numerous light parades and festivals will happily welcome you.
18 THINGS TO DO IN ARIZONA (OCTOBER 18 - OCTOBER 27)
Arizona State Fair
unconfirmedCowboy hats and country music are a must at this traditional entertainment event of the American West
Wildcat Trail & Monument Valley
One of those places in Utah that make your heart beat faster due to its breathtaking scenery
The Wave (Coyote Buttes)
Apply for a lottery and be one of the lucky few to hike this gorgeous red sandstone formation at the Arizona/Utah border
Flagstaff Fall Colors
Discover the fall foliage capital of Arizona
Arizona Fall Colors
Beautiful foliage complements rocky landscapes of Arizona
Sedona Fall Colors
Beautiful foliage displays in the middle of the desert
Blood-Shooting Lizards (Phrynosoma)
Usually, it protects itself by the means of camouflage, but when business is serious, it puffs up to double-size and shoots blood from its eyes
Havasu & Navajo Falls
Welcome to the most dramatic waterfalls of the Grand Canyon
Stargazing
Arizona is one of the best places for stargazing, offering you top-notch spots with the clearest sky
Tanque Verde Falls
A secluded waterfall with an easy access not far from Tucson
Wupatki National Monument
The best preserved pueblo ruins in America
Tarantula Migration
Every fall, thousands of tarantulas roam the desert looking for a mate
Lake Powell Camping
A perfect summer getaway in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek
An awesome hiking destination and a swimming hole
Oatman Ghost Town
An abandoned mining town in Arizona is now overrun by donkeys
Weavers Needle
A beautiful ascent for experienced climbers
Phoenix Halloween Events
Celebrate fall with a variety of fun events throughout Phoenix
Wickenburg Oktoberfest
unconfirmedEnjoy craft beers, savory German treats, and a rocking atmosphere in the historic Downtown Wickenburg
29 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
All Souls Weekend in Tucson
out of rangeJoin the huge procession and colorful celebration together with tens of thousands, who have come to remember the dead
APS Electric Light Parade
unconfirmedAn annual event that lights up Phoenix for the holidays
Winterhaven Festival of Lights
unconfirmedA favorite Christmas tradition in the community of Tucson
Chandler Parade of Lights
unconfirmedSee the iconic Tumbleweed Tree sparkle with colorful lights
Tucson Parade of Lights & Festival
on holdDowntown Tucson draws together the entirety of the local community to celebrate the winter season and unique culture of the Tucson community
Arizona Balloon Classic
out of rangeThe premier hot air balloon race and festival in the state
4th of July
out of rangeThe most dazzling day of the year in Arizona
Tucson Gem and Mineral Show
out of rangeThe biggest and most famous gem and mineral show in the world
Solar Spotlight at the Anthem Veterans Memorial
out of rangeOnce a year, on Veterans' Day, the sun shines perfectly on this spot
Antelope Canyon Light Beams Season
out of rangeA place where the photo for your screensaver was made
Lantern Festival in Arizona
unconfirmedWater Lantern Festival is a huge lantern festival all over the USA, taking place in Arizona as well
Winterfest Street Festival
out of rangeEnjoy the fair, food, and music for two spectacular days in Lake Havasu City
Lake Havasu Balloon Fest
out of rangeVisit one of the biggest balloon fests and dive deeper into this colorful atmosphere
Fantasy of Lights
unconfirmedOne of the best holiday events in Tempe, Phoenix
Cibecue Falls
out of rangeEnjoy a refreshing pool by a secluded waterfall
Chinese New Year
canceledThe popular cultural festival offers delicious food and entertainment
Hummingbird Migration
out of rangeThe only state across the country where you can spot 15 different species of hummers at a time
El Tour de Tucson
out of rangeVisit one of the largest biking events in the United States
Grand to Grand Ultra
out of rangeAre you up for a seven-day race in one of the remotest parts of America?
Skiing and Snowboarding in Arizona
out of rangeFrom San Francisco Peaks to Santa Catalinas, Arizona has plenty of slopes to conquer
Christmas Lights in Arizona
out of rangeYou'll be carried away by the sparkling displays of holiday cheer in Arizona
Phoenix Fan Fusion
out of rangePhoenix comic convention invites you to discover your inner geek
Tucson Comic-Con
out of rangeOne of the favorite comic conventions in the American Southwest
Christmas Lights in and near Phoenix, AZ
unconfirmedSee Phoenix put on its holiday dress and transform into a glimmering wonderland
Sandhill Crane Migration
out of rangeThousands of cranes spend winter in southeast Arizona
New Year's Eve
out of rangeApache State offers astonishing options to ring in the New Year
Cherry Blossom
out of rangeBlooming cherry trees can be viewed in Northern Arizona and the Phoenix Valley
Reebok Ragnar Del Sol
overAn inspiring sunset chase in a beautiful Sonora desert
Arizona Beer Week
unconfirmedOver 300 events from Northern to Southern Arizona
