19 Arizona events to check out this weekend (Feb. 13-15)

Here are some fun events to check out in Arizona this weekend, including Lunar New Year festivals and the Arizona Gay Rodeo.

Jessica Swarner

February 12, 2026

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This weekend is full of things to do. Not only are people celebrating Galentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day, but it’s also Arizona’s 114th birthday!

And if that isn’t enough for you, here’s a bunch of other stuff going on (plus a map!):

Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase, through Sunday
I Heart Pluto Festival in Flagstaff, Thursday-Monday
Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, Thursday through Feb. 22
Pokebowl 2026 in Peoria, Friday
Arizona Gay Rodeo in Laveen, Friday-Sunday
Downtown Chandler Fine Art & Wine Festival, Friday-Sunday
Wigwam Fine Art Festival in Litchfield Park, Friday-Sunday
For the Love of Zines in Phoenix, Saturday
Chalk Block Party in Tucson, Saturday
Lunar New Year Festival in Sedona, Saturday
Phoenix Chinese Week Lunar New Year Festival, Saturday-Sunday
World Championship Hoop Dance Competition in Phoenix, Saturday-Sunday
VNSA Used Book Sale in Phoenix, Saturday-Sunday
The Chocolate Affaire in Glendale, Saturday-Sunday
Vigilante Days in Tombstone, Saturday-Sunday
Arizona Renaissance Festival in Gold Canyon, Saturday-Sunday (weekends through March 29)
Phoenix Travel Show, Saturday-Sunday
Willo Historic Home Tour & Street Fair in Phoenix, Sunday
Lost Dutchman Marathon in Apache Junction, Sunday

MORE: How to do Galentine’s Day in Arizona: Complete with brunch, bubbles, & besties

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