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No matter what time of the year you plan to visit, you'll find that Flagstaff is always busy with events every month of the year. From fine art and cultural festivals to special events - like summer festivals to Flagstaff holiday events - to concerts and special performances, there's always something going on. Looking for a comprehensive Flagstaff, AZ calendar of events? Our Flagstaff, AZ calendar of events has things to do for kids, teens and adults; in spring, summer, fall and winter; all Flagstaff holiday events; annual events and special occasions. And if you’d like to post your event on our Flagstaff, AZ calendar of events, let us know. And if you’d like to post your event on the Calendar, let us know.
Do you have some questions about Flagstaff, Arizona? Need directions to Flagstaff, or tips on how to get to the Grand Canyon from Flagstaff? We’ve got answers on every topic from where to stay to where to play; from what to pack to weather facts. You’ll find answers you can use when researching your next vacation or your next change-of-address. Flagstaff.com, THE online resource for Flagstaff visitors and locals, has put together a full list of Frequently Asked Questions and answers about Flagstaff, Arizona. If you need trip-planning advice, you’ll find it all in our Frequently Asked Questions. If you can’t find your answers here, please ask us your question!.
Need driving directions to Flagstaff from Phoenix, Las Vegas, and other cities nearby? Our handy directions will get you here. Ideally located in northern Arizona, Flagstaff is the crossroads of I-17 and I-40 – the latter being a coast-to-coast interstate. Once you’re in Flagstaff, you’ll see why it’s the Gateway to the Grand Canyon. Within 90 minutes driving time, Flagstaff visitors can find themselves peering over the edge of the Grand Canyon. Take a day trip to Sedona – the breathtaking capitol of Arizona Red Rock Country. Flagstaff is the perfect northern Arizona location from which to venture out, and we're sure you'll always want to find the road back.
Many Flagstaff.com visitors write in asking what the weather will be like when they plan to visit. We've received requests for weather in March, July, September and December, so we thought we'd create a season-by-season guide to Flagstaff weather. You’ll marvel at everything Flagstaff’s four season climate has to offer – from glowing golden aspen in autumn to terrific snow for skiing and snowboarding in winter, from spectacular spring wildflowers to a cool mountain respite in summer. Get our tips on what to pack and what to wear for Flagstaff's alpine weather, as well as annual average temperatures and insider tips on what to do in Flagstaff for each season.
Outdoor Recreation
Living in Flagstaff means embracing the city's outdoor culture. With four seasons to experience all the popular outdoor Arizona recreation activities, visitors and residents of Flagstaff can't help but take advantage of the Flagstaff Arizona hiking, skiing, boating, and biking Flagstaff Arizona has to offer. Life in Flagstaff promotes a healthy lifestyle of fitness and wellness, and you're certain to find a friend or group of like-minded folks with whom you can hike, bike, run, walk or climb.
There's a Flagstaff, Arizona outdoor activity for everyone: Flagstaff's Arizona Snowbowl skiing, mountain biking, Flagstaff-to-Grand-Canyon tours, river rafting and tubing, horseback trail riding, hiking, water sports, boating, fishing and lakes and recreation areas. Plus, Flagstaff parks and recreation activities offer additional outdoor fun. Let Flagstaff.com be your guide to all the popular outdoor Arizona recreation activities that make Flagstaff a special place in which to live and visit for the healthy, fit and outdoor-bound!
For visitors and locals alike:
- Enjoy hiking, sightseeing, wildlife watching and mountain biking in the Peaks District of Coconino National Forest.
- Ski and snowboard at Arizona Snowbowl! The Arizona Snowbowl boasts some unique and spectacular scenery; after all where else can you ride a lift and see the North Rim of the Grand Canyon? And the outdoor opportunities don’t stop at the ski resort. The Snowbowl is situated in the backyard of the Kachina Peaks Wilderness, where you can enjoy the best in Arizona cross-country skiing, sledding, tubing or snowshoeing in winter; hiking, mountain biking, birdwatching and photography in warmer months.
- Fishing, boating, water Recreation at the lakes around the Mormon Lake District of Coconino National Forest. You’ll enjoy wide-open spaces, dotted with plenty of lakes for all kinds of water recreation.
For visitors:
- Rent a mountain bike from an outfitter like Absolute Bikes and explore the Coconino National Forest or rent a motorcycle from a company like Grand Canyon Harley Davidson in Bellemont and take a half-day ride to Sedona, Jerome and Prescott.
- Take a Jeep tour and see parts of the desert you may not have an opportunity to otherwise see. There are Grand Canyon tours from Flagstaff and Sedona tours nearby.
- Take a romantic hot air balloon ride, complete with a champagne brunch. Nearby Sedona offers some of the most breathtaking sunrise hot-air ballooning in the country. Set out early from Flagstaff; Sedona is about 27 miles / 40 minutes away and balloons depart at dawn.
Flagstaff Calendar of Events
No matter what time of the year you plan to visit, you'll find that Flagstaff is always busy with events every month of the year. From fine art and cultural festivals to special events - like summer festivals to Flagstaff holiday events - to concerts and special performances, there's always something going on. Looking for a comprehensive Flagstaff, AZ calendar of events? Our Flagstaff, AZ calendar of events has things to do for kids, teens and adults; in spring, summer, fall and winter; all Flagstaff holiday events; annual events and special occasions. And if you’d like to post your event on our Flagstaff, AZ calendar of events, let us know. And if you’d like to post your event on the Calendar, let us know.Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have some questions about Flagstaff, Arizona? Need directions to Flagstaff, or tips on how to get to the Grand Canyon from Flagstaff? We’ve got answers on every topic from where to stay to where to play; from what to pack to weather facts. You’ll find answers you can use when researching your next vacation or your next change-of-address. Flagstaff.com, THE online resource for Flagstaff visitors and locals, has put together a full list of Frequently Asked Questions and answers about Flagstaff, Arizona. If you need trip-planning advice, you’ll find it all in our Frequently Asked Questions. If you can’t find your answers here, please ask us your question!.Driving Directions
Need driving directions to Flagstaff from Phoenix, Las Vegas, and other cities nearby? Our handy directions will get you here. Ideally located in northern Arizona, Flagstaff is the crossroads of I-17 and I-40 – the latter being a coast-to-coast interstate. Once you’re in Flagstaff, you’ll see why it’s the Gateway to the Grand Canyon. Within 90 minutes driving time, Flagstaff visitors can find themselves peering over the edge of the Grand Canyon. Take a day trip to Sedona – the breathtaking capitol of Arizona Red Rock Country. Flagstaff is the perfect northern Arizona location from which to venture out, and we're sure you'll always want to find the road back.Flagstaff Weather
Many Flagstaff.com visitors write in asking what the weather will be like when they plan to visit. We've received requests for weather in March, July, September and December, so we thought we'd create a season-by-season guide to Flagstaff weather. You’ll marvel at everything Flagstaff’s four season climate has to offer – from glowing golden aspen in autumn to terrific snow for skiing and snowboarding in winter, from spectacular spring wildflowers to a cool mountain respite in summer. Get our tips on what to pack and what to wear for Flagstaff's alpine weather, as well as annual average temperatures and insider tips on what to do in Flagstaff for each season.
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