Jul 11
Featured
Battle of the Bands and Nickel Picnic
Graham County Ag Building
July 11, 2026
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12:00 pm
Dec
1
Light the World Giving Machines
Downtown Safford
Tuesday
, 
December
 
1
 - 
12:00 am

What's Happening
in The Gila Valley

Your go-to calendar for local events, festivals, music, markets, and everything in between.

Upcoming Local Events

Nov 7
1LT Duane Spalsbury Field
Saturday, November 7, 2026
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12:00 pm

Safford Regional Airport Air Show in Downtown Safford. Check back for more details!

Nov
EA Fine Arts Center
Friday, November 27, 2026
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4:00 pm

An annual gift to our community.

Dec
Downtown Safford
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
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12:00 am

Light the World Giving Machines in Downtown Safford. Check back for more details!

Dec
Downtown Safford
Friday, December 11, 2026
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4:00 pm

Country Companies Light Parade in Downtown Safford. Check back for more details!

Dec 31
Downtown Safford
Thursday, December 31, 2026
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6:00 pm

Ring in the New Year at the 7th Annual Gila Valley Balloon Extravaganza in Safford, AZ! From Dec. 31, 2026, to Jan. 3, 2027, enjoy Arizona’s only completely FREE family-friendly hot air balloon rally. Experience 25 stunning balloons filling the sky with daily sunrise launches, epic evening glow shows, free tethered rides for kids, and local food vendors. Don't miss this unforgettable, sky-high celebration!

Feb 18
Graham County Fairgrounds
Thursday, February 18, 2027
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6:00 pm
Apr
Safford City Hall Lawn
Saturday, April 10, 2027
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9:00 am
Nov
Downtown Safford
Friday, November 26, 2027
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5:30 pm

Merry Main St. & Tree Lighting Ceremony in Downtown Safford. Check back for more details!

More to discover

Experience hidden gems around every corner of the Gila Valley.
Hike the Ladybug Trail on Mount Graham
Off-Road at Hot Well Dunes
Tour Discovery Park Campus
Shop Local at Ginaveve’s Marketplace
Hike to Marijilda Canyon
Explore Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area
Attend SalsaFest in Downtown Safford
Take a Scenic Drive on the Swift Trail Parkway
Cool Off at Thatcher Splash Pad
Attend the Graham County Fair