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Your Sedona Weekend Events Guide

All of us at the Sky Rock Inn of Sedona would like to give a big welcome to all of the attendees of the Sedona VegFest and our guests that are visiting us this weekend in the red rocks! When you have a moment look over our Sedona Weekend Events Guide. You will find all the fun things to do in Sedona area this weekend, including the SedonaVegfest, Guided Archaeology Hike at Red Rock State Park and Zenprov Comedy live! There is also a great line up of live entertainment at Sound Bites Grill!

Sedona Valentine’s Weekend Getaway

Looking for a unique Valentine’s weekend getaway with your special someone? Sky Rock has the perfect idea for you, especially if your loved one is crazy about Sedona, romance, trains and chocolate! Visit Sedona, Arizona Valentine’s Day Weekend, enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the Sky Rock Inn of Sedona, and book your voyage on the Chocolate Lovers Valentine’s Celebration at the Verde Canyon Railroad.

Visiting Montezuma Castle National Monument

While vacationing in Sedona, Arizona you have an unlimited variety of day trips that will both educate and spark the imagination of you and your family. Ranking high on our list of day trips is Montezuma Castle National Monument. A perfect day trip for anyone interested in the history of Native Americans in Northern Arizona, specifically the Sinagua people. Dedicated in 1906 by President Theodore Roosevelt, Montezuma Castle gives you an opportunity to travel back in time. Nearly a thousand years to a time when the Sinagua people inhabited this amazing five-story cliff dwelling.

Sedona’s First Friday Gallery Tour

Start your new year off immersing yourself into the art scene of the red rocks during Sedona’s First Friday Gallery tour on January 3rd, 2020! Then on the 4th, head up Cleopatra Hill for the Jerome Art Walk! Our top pick for a must see Sedona exhibit would have to be...

Guided Hikes at Red Rock State Park

Kick start your New Year with one of the many popular guided hikes offered at Red Rock State Park. Taking advantage of the guided hikes offered by the park is the best way to learn more about the area’s red rock formations, plant and animal life and archaeology from their knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Please note the time for the Bird Walk changes to 9:00 am for the winter season. Don’t miss the Red Rock State Park’s Sunday lecture – The Shadow Catchers: 150 Years of Arizona Photography on January 5th at 2:00 pm.

Sedona International Film Festival Passes

Don’t delay, the 26th Anniversary Sedona International Film Festival Passes are on sale now! Sedona is already abuzz about the upcoming Sedona Film Festival taking place February 22nd – March 1st, 2020! All of us in the red rocks are anxiously awaiting the line up of films, talks, workshops, and of course the celebrities that will be attending! If you wish to attend, you will need to start planning now. Purchase your passes, and make your lodging reservations as soon as possible! Sedona sells out quickly during this event!

Winter Guide to Sedona, AZ

If you are considering visiting us during the winter months, we have highlighted some of the fun things to do. Of course Hiking and photography rank high on our list! Also included are some of the most anticipated winter events that take place in January and February 2020. Popular events include the RunSedona, Sedona VegFest, and the Chocolate Lovers’ Valentine’s Celebration! And let us not forget, the Sedona International Film Festival, one of the most popular events of the year! We hope this Sedona guide helps you plan some winter fun in Sedona!

Things to do in Sedona, AZ

We have asked our family, friends, staff and guests what their favorite things are to do in the Sedona area. Use this guide to start planing your trip! Once you get here, you will find your own favorites that encompass your interests. We would love to hear about them. So please, after or during your visit let us know what some of your favorite things to do in Sedona were! Either comment at the end of this article or post on our Inn of Sedona Facebook page. We are looking forward to hearing about your time in the red rocks!

Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, AZ

Treat your family to an exploration of the Universe during your visit to Sedona, Arizona! Located only an hour away from the Sky Rock Inn of Sedona, the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, AZ makes for an exciting day trip for your family. The Observatory was founded in...

Festivals in Sedona, AZ and the Verde Valley

Start planning your visit during these popular festivals and celebration in the red rocks! For those focused on health, wellness and outdoor activities there is the Sedona Marathon, Sedona Yoga Festival, Mountain Bike Festival and the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival.

Wine lovers will enjoy both the Sedona Wine Festival in September and the Verde Valley Wine Festival in May. Cinema buffs will not want to miss the Sedona International Film Festival. There is also the Sedona Arts Festival, Sedona Plein Air Festival, and Open Studios Tour! And lets not forget about the great Heritage Festivals at the Museum of Northern Arizona! Just click the read more button below and find all the great festivals and special events taking place in Sedona, Arizona and the surrounding areas.

Hiking Guide for Sedona, AZ

Sedona, Arizona is truly a hikers paradise! With a wealth of trails to enjoy nature and the spectacular views in red rock country, visitors head out to explore the many trails in the Coconino National Forest, Sedona, Verde Valley and trails that explore the Mogollon...

Exploring the Past in Northern Arizona

Take advantage of the beautiful fall weather and explore the past in Northern Arizona! Visit Ancient Ruins, Historical Sites and National Monuments in the area. Flagstaff, the Verde River Valley and Sedona, Arizona are rich with history, from the Native American Sinagua culture, to the Pioneers of Northern Arizona.

Fall Hikes: West Fork Trail in Sedona, AZ

When it comes to fall hikes in the Sedona, Arizona area, all of us at Sky Rock Inn of Sedona would agree that West Fork Trail in Oak Creek Canyon is the one that shouldn't be missed! Fall is the most popular time of year to take this hike, when the beautiful red rocks...

Fall In Sedona

Fall is one of the most popular seasons to visit Sedona, Arizona. The mild temperatures and fall foliage in Oak Creek Canyon draw visitors from around the world. From Jeep tours to swimming tigers, fly fishing, hiking, great art, and shopping there is something for...

Coconino National Forest

Explore a diverse, dramatic landscape in this epic wilderness in Arizona that encompasses red rocks, pine forests, southwestern desert, and alpine tundra.