15 Arizona events to check out this weekend (July 31-Aug. 2)

Here are some of the biggest events in Arizona this weekend, from dance competitions and music festivals to a chili cookoff.

Jessica Swarner

July 29, 2026

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Here’s what’s going on around Arizona this weekend—plus a map so you can see where everything is!

DTPHX Ride the Rail in Phoenix, Thursday
Arizona Dance Classic in Phoenix, Thursday-Sunday
Prescott Gem & Mineral Show, Friday-Sunday
Slide the Rails in Scottsdale, Saturday
HARVESTFEST in Elgin, Saturday
Hobby Hangout in Tucson, Saturday
Dusty Boots Music Festival in Williams, Saturday
Enchanted Wonderland in Casa Grande, Saturday
Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada, Saturday
World Hip Hop Dance Championship in Tempe, Saturday
Prescott Summer Fine Art & Wine Festival, Saturday-Sunday
Flagstaff Chili Festival, Saturday-Sunday
Flagstaff International Film Festival, Saturday-Sunday
Southern Showdown in Sonoita, Saturday-Sunday
Jerry Garcia Birthday Bash in Flagstaff, Saturday-Sunday

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