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Open Mic Night
Ginaveve's Marketplace
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Light the World Giving Machines
Downtown Safford
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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
Sep 25
Downtown Safford
Friday, September 25, 2026
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5:00 pm
Salsa, Food Vendors, Music, and More
Oct 8
Graham County Fairgrounds
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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12:00 pm
The Gila Valley's Biggest Celebration
Oct 9
Downtown Safford
Friday, October 9, 2026
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10:00 am
A historic Gila Valley tradition for 100 years.
Nov
1LT Duane Spalsbury Field
Sunday, November 1, 2026
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10:00 am
Safford Regional Airport Air Show in Downtown Safford. Check back for more details!
Nov
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!
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.
Take a Scenic Drive on the Swift Trail Parkway
Attend the Graham County Fair
Off-Road at Hot Well Dunes
Attend Pioneer Days in Thatcher
Attend SalsaFest in Downtown Safford
Hike to Marijilda Canyon
Eat Your Way Through the Salsa Trail
See a Play or Concert at Eastern Arizona College
Tour Discovery Park Campus
Camp at Riggs Flat Lake