Fall is in the air and the calendar backs it up: this stretch of events in Sedona September 18 through 24 brings a comedy festival, an equinox yoga gathering, live music at every turn, and the kickoff of Restaurant Week. Throw in an arts and craft show, sound healing sessions, and a full slate of Verde Valley happenings in Cottonwood and Camp Verde, and there is very little reason to sit still this week. Here is everything worth putting on your calendar.
- Friday, September 18
- Saturday, September 19
- Sunday, September 20
- Monday, September 21
- Tuesday, September 22
- Wednesday, September 23
- Thursday, September 24
- Happening Every Week
- Coming Up Soon
Friday, September 18
Restaurant Week Sedona Kicks Off | All day, through September 27 | Participating restaurants across Sedona | Casual $33, Classic $44, Elegant $55 (three course, tax and gratuity not included). Sedona’s top kitchens roll out prix fixe menus spanning Southwestern flavors, Italian, sushi, and modern American cooking. Reservations are recommended directly with each restaurant since tables fill fast during the ten day run.
Big Laughs Fest Showcase | 7:00 to 9:30 PM | Humankind.Center, Sedona | Tickets from around $26. A high energy night of stand-up comedy featuring national touring comedians as part of the multi-day Big Laughs Comedy Festival, which runs Thursday through Saturday across several Sedona venues. Arrive early, seating is general admission and shows tend to sell out.
Red Dirt Concert Series: Kilted Spirit & Elijah Ezequiel y Los Conjunto AddictZ | 5:00 to 8:00 PM | Pavilion at Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Rd, Sedona | Free. A double bill pairing Kilted Spirit’s Irish and Scottish rock covers with the lively regional sounds of Elijah Ezequiel y Los Conjunto AddictZ. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, food trucks are typically on site, and parking fills up so plan to arrive by 4:30.
Oak Creek Arts and Craft Show | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday through Sunday | Tres Amigos, 1655 W SR 89A, Sedona | Free admission. An open air showcase of paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry, and Native American art, alongside gourmet food vendors and live entertainment. Weekend crowds build midday, so early birds get the best browsing and easiest parking.
Fall Equinox Festival at Village Yoga Sedona | Friday and Saturday, sessions beginning 9:00 AM | Village Yoga Sedona | Pricing varies by class. A weekend of shared practice, reflection, and celebration as the studio welcomes the changing season with classes suited to first timers and seasoned yogis alike. Pre-register online since equinox classes are typically capped.
Aerial Sound Healing in Sedona | 1:00 to 2:15 PM | Down Dog Sedona, 1785 W State Route 89A, Suite 1B, Sedona | Preregistration required. This restorative session pairs gentle suspension in an aerial hammock with crystal sound bowls, with mats, blankets, and pillows provided. Reservations close two hours before the session, so book ahead rather than walking in.
Gold’n Delicious at the Spirit Room | Friday night, full band | Spirit Room, Jerome | Ticketed, discount for both nights. Stephen, Nic, and P.H. bring new songs and cool covers to Jerome’s legendary saloon stage, with a stripped down duo version of the show following on Saturday. The Spirit Room gets lively on weekend nights, so grab a table early if you want to sit.
Cottonwood Farmers Market | 4:00 to 8:00 PM | Old Town Square, 1042 North Main Street, Cottonwood | Free to browse. Local produce, prepared food, and handmade goods fill Old Town Square as the workweek winds down. Combine it with an early dinner in Old Town for a full Cottonwood evening.
Saturday, September 19
Big Laughs Fest, Final Day | Times vary across venues | Multiple Sedona locations | Ticketed. The comedy festival wraps its run with late night sets, live podcast tapings, and headliner shows across eight-plus stages, from theaters to coffee shops. Late night sets are 18 and up, with 21 and up areas wristbanded on site.
Oak Creek Arts and Craft Show | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Tres Amigos, 1655 W SR 89A, Sedona | Free admission. Day two of the weekend arts market, with artisans and gourmet food vendors set up near Sedona’s main entrance. Midmorning tends to be the calmest time to shop before the afternoon crowds arrive.
Sedona Singles Dance & Date: Conscious Speed Dating Through Ecstatic Dance | 3:00 to 6:00 PM | Sun & Moon Studio of Sedona, 2050 Yavapai Dr, Sedona | $29. A guided, no talking one on one dance format followed by real conversation with each participant, blending movement and connection for singles looking for something different than a typical mixer. Comfortable clothing is recommended and spots are limited, so register ahead.
Live Music with Sister & The Sun | 6:00 to 9:00 PM | Sun & Moon Studio of Sedona, 2050 Yavapai Dr, Sedona | Free. An evening of good vibes and live tunes in an intimate studio setting, a laid back alternative to the louder bar scene. Free events like this can fill the room quickly, so come a little early to grab a spot.
Fall Equinox Blue Rose: A Sonic Journey of Balance | 7:00 to 8:00 PM | Crystal Tones Creekside Plaza, Sedona | Ticketed. A sacred sonic sound experience built around crystal bowls and meditation, designed to rebalance body, mind, and spirit as the season turns. Arrive with an open mind and comfortable seating attire, mats and cushions are typically provided.
Gold’n Delicious Duo at the Spirit Room | Saturday afternoon/evening | Spirit Room, Jerome | Ticketed. Stephen and P.H. strip the Friday full band show down to a duo set inside Jerome’s historic saloon. Pair it with a walk through Jerome’s galleries and shops beforehand since parking on the hillside is limited.
2nd Annual Community Care & Parenting Expo | 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM | Camp Verde Parks & Recreation, Camp Verde | Free. The Verde Valley’s biggest family resource sharing event, connecting parents with local services, vendors, and support organizations. Free parking is available on site, and the event is stroller friendly.
SoulShyne, Live at Ay Chihuahua | 5:00 PM | Ay Chihuahua Mexican Restaurant, Old Town Cottonwood | Check venue for cover. Live music returns to this Old Town Cottonwood favorite for a Saturday evening set paired with the restaurant’s regular dinner menu. Old Town parking is tight on weekend nights, so plan to walk a block or two if needed.
Paint with Purpose | 7:00 PM | Verde Valley Ace Hardware, Cottonwood | Ticketed. A guided community paint night that mixes art instruction with a relaxed social evening, hosted at Cottonwood’s Ace Hardware event space. Materials are typically included in the ticket price, so no need to bring supplies.
Sunday, September 20
Sedona Community Farmers Market | 8:00 AM to Noon | Wells Fargo Bank Parking Lot, 2201 W State Route 89A, West Sedona | Free to browse. The week’s best stop for local and regional seasonal produce, with live music adding to the morning atmosphere. Go early for the best selection since popular vendors sell out before 10 AM.
Oak Creek Arts and Craft Show, Final Day | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Tres Amigos, 1655 W SR 89A, Sedona | Free admission. Last chance to browse this weekend’s arts and crafts market before it wraps for the month, with another round returning October 2 to 4.
Flamenco Music in the Courtyard Begins | 5:30 to 7:30 PM, Sunday through Tuesday | Patio de Las Campanas, Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, 336 SR 179, Sedona | Free. Master guitarist Gaetano and friends open a three night run of flamenco guitar in Tlaquepaque’s courtyard, with drinks available from El Rincon Restaurante Mexicano’s outdoor bar. Grab a bench seat early since this is one of Sedona’s most popular free evenings out.
Queen B’s Brunch Club featuring What’s The Big Idea? | 10:00 AM | Cottonwood | Check venue for cover. A Sunday brunch and live music pairing in Cottonwood, a relaxed way to close out the weekend before the work week starts. Reservations are a good idea if you want a table during peak brunch hours.
Restaurant Week Sedona | All day, through September 27 | Restaurants across Sedona | $33 to $55 prix fixe. Week two of prix fixe dining continues across town, a good excuse to try a restaurant that has been on your list.
Monday, September 21
Monday is the quietest day on this week’s calendar, with no major ticketed events on the books. Restaurant Week Sedona continues at participating restaurants through September 27, so it is a solid night to book a prix fixe dinner without weekend crowds. If you want to get outside, Bell Rock Pathway is an easy, well marked trail with some of the best late afternoon light of the week, and the small parking area off SR 179 tends to be far less crowded on weekdays.
Tuesday, September 22
Flamenco Music in the Courtyard, Final Night | 5:30 to 7:30 PM | Patio de Las Campanas, Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, 336 SR 179, Sedona | Free. The last of this run’s three flamenco evenings closes out with the same relaxed courtyard setting and live guitar. It picks back up on a rolling schedule, so check Tlaquepaque’s calendar for the next set of dates.
Restaurant Week Sedona | All day | Restaurants across Sedona | $33 to $55 prix fixe. Midweek is often the easiest time to snag a reservation at the more in demand participating restaurants.
Wednesday, September 23
Another light day on the events calendar. Restaurant Week Sedona is still running, making this a good night for a low key dinner out. For a Verde Valley outing, consider a walk through Jerome, the historic mining town clinging to Cleopatra Hill above Cottonwood, with galleries, wine tasting rooms, and sweeping valley views that are especially good at golden hour midweek when the town is far less crowded than on weekends.
Thursday, September 24
Restaurant Week Sedona | All day, through September 27 | Restaurants across Sedona | $33 to $55 prix fixe. The final stretch of Restaurant Week begins, with the promotion wrapping up this coming Sunday. If you have not booked a table yet, this is the week to lock one in before it ends.
Beyond that, Thursday is a good night to catch the start of the weekend’s live music lineup a day early: several Uptown and West Sedona restaurants run regular Thursday night sets, so check with your favorite spot when you book your Restaurant Week table.
Happening Every Week
- Sedona Community Farmers Market | Sundays, 8:00 AM to Noon | Wells Fargo Bank Parking Lot, 2201 W State Route 89A, West Sedona
- Cottonwood Farmers Market | Fridays, 4:00 to 8:00 PM | Old Town Square, 1042 North Main Street, Cottonwood
- Flamenco Music in the Courtyard | Sunday through Tuesday, 5:30 to 7:30 PM | Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, Sedona
- Sunset Drum Circle | Weekly, 6:30 to 8:00 PM | The Hub at Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Rd, Sedona
- Red Dirt Concert Series | Fridays, 5:00 to 8:00 PM | Pavilion at Posse Grounds Park, Sedona, through fall
Coming Up Soon
Jerome State Historic Park Bat Walk | Saturday, September 26, 6:30 PM | Jerome State Historic Park | A guided evening walk to see, hear, and learn about the bats that call historic Jerome home.
Sedona Yoga Festival | October 1 to 4, 2026 | Various Sedona venues | A multi-day immersive yoga conference and wellness gathering among the red rocks.
Sedona WagFest & Fair | Saturday, October 3, 8:30 to 11:30 AM | Pavilion at Posse Grounds Park, Sedona | A dog focused morning of games, vendors, pet portraits, and prizes.
Sedona Rock, Gem & Jewelry Show | October 3 to 4, 2026 | Sedona Red Rock High School | $5 cash admission, kids 12 and under free. Crystals, minerals, fossils, and handmade jewelry from vendors across the region.
Sedona Arts Festival | October 10 to 11, 2026 | Sedona Red Rock High School | $15 at the gate, $12 online. The 33rd annual fine arts festival with 100 juried artists, live music, and a beer and wine garden.
Verde Valley Farmers Market | Saturdays through October 3, 8:00 to 11:00 AM | 75 E Hollamon St, Camp Verde | Fresh local produce continuing weekly through early October.
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