Press Release, News, and events information for the City of Prescott, AZ.
Prescott Named Best Destination for Nature Lovers By Expedia
Prescott has been named the Best Destination in the State of Arizona for Nature Lovers by travel website Expedia.com’s Viewfinder travel blog.
Prescott National Forest Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
The Prescott National Forest is entereing Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning June 1, 2017.
Vote for Prescott 10Best
The City of Prescott has been nominated as one of the “Best Arizona Attractions” in the 10Best Readers’ Choice contest promoted by USA Today.
Prescott Naned Top Western Town by True West
Prescott Top Western Town – True West Magazine
Prescott adds additional air service to/from LAX
Additional air service to Prescott from LAX
Prescott Supports National Travel & Tourism Week
Prescott Supports National Travel & Tourism Week
Nature Walks in March & April
Free Nature Walks at the Highlands Center for Natural History
Nature Walks in March & April
Free Nature Walks at the Highlands Center for Natural History
Prescott AZ Named Top Ten Western Town
Prescott AZ honored as Top Ten Western Town by True West
Highlands Center Go Native! Plant Sale and Outdoor Festival
Highland Center Go Native! Plant Sale & Outdoor Festival
Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers headline 2015 Whiskey Off Road
Roger Clyne & The Peacemaker headline 2015 Whiskey Off Road Mountain Bike Event & Community Concert
Phippen Features Art & Heritage of the Cowboy Artists
Phippen features art & heritage of the Cowboy Artists
World’s Oldest Rodeo – 2015
Prescott Frontier Days, Inc.®, host of the World’s Oldest Rodeo®, was recently named
Community Nature Series at the Highlands Center
Every Tuesday and Thursday in February, the Highlands Center hosts its thought-provoking annual Community Nature Series classes.
World’s Oldest Rodeo Celebrates 127th year in Prescott, AZ
World’s Oldest Rodeo Celebrates 127th year in Prescott, AZ
Prescott Haunted Tours
This September the storied and haunted past of Prescott, Arizona, comes to life with evening walking tours through the downtown area.
Sharlot Hall Museum to Host 4th Annual Prescott Western Heritage Days
The Prescott Western Heritage Foundation Inc. will be holding the 4th Annual Prescott Western Heritage Days on Saturday and Sunday, September 14 & 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This event celebrates the western heritage of Prescott and Yavapai County.
Prescott Film Festival Screening with Special Guest
The Prescott Film Festival will present the award winning documentary Bully on August 30th at The Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center with special guest Kirk Smalley.
Zoo by Moonlight
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary will be hosting Zoo by Moonlight on Tuesday, August 20th from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Bring your flashlight!
Water Day at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary
Cool off this summer at Wet & Wild Water Day at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary on Saturday, August 17th from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Prescott Strong Whiskey Row Fundraiser with Special Appearance by Jordin Sparks
In the wake of the recent Yarnell Tragedy, Prescott, the State and the Nation have come together in force to help the victims. Join us at the Prescott Strong Whiskey Row Fundraiser with a special appearance by American Idol winner Jordin Sparks.
33rd Annual Prescott Rodeo Days Fine Arts & Crafts Show
The 33rd Annual Prescott Rodeo Days Fine Arts & Crafts Show will be held on July 5-7, 2013, at the beautiful Courthouse Plaza in historic Downtown Prescott.
Prescott, Arizona: Open for Business, Despite the Doce Fire
With concerns for the nearby communities, City officials would like the public to know that the fire is not in Prescott, and all city offices and businesses are open.
Nocturnal Nature Nights Saturdays
Join Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary in Prescott, AZ on Saturday nights this summer for “Nocturnal Nature Nights at the Zoo!” Every Saturday night, June 1st-August 31st, the Zoo will be open until 8:00pm.
Smoki Museum Estate Sale
Smoki Museum Estate Sale featuring quality pieces of Indian art and craft from individual collections at fixed prices. No bidding required!
Zuni Weekend
10 outstanding artists from the Zuni Pueblo will be demonstrating and selling their beautiful artwork at the Smoki Museum.
13th Annual Prescott Jazz Summit
The 13th Annual Prescott Jazz Summit will take place in downtown Prescott August 23-25.
13th Annual Prescott Jazz Summit
The 13th Annual Prescott Jazz Summit will take place in downtown Prescott August 23-25.
Folk Arts Fair: Forty Years and Still Going Strong
Sharlot Hall Museum is pleased to announce the 40th Annual Folk Arts Fair which will take place June 1 and 2.
Sneek Peak 2013 Prescott Film Festival
The Prescott Film Festival will be screening an Official Selection to their 2013 Fourth Annual Film Festival!
Zoo by Moonlight
Zoo by moonlight is held on every full moon from May through September from 8-9:30pm.
40th Annual Folk Arts Fair: June 1 & 2
This popular annual event transforms the Sharlot Hall Museum grounds into something of a traditional 19th century Arizona village, featuring themed districts and emphasizing education, demonstration and hands-on experiences.
The Folk Sessions New Season Kicks off May 25 at Highlands Center
The Folk Sessions kicks off its 6th Year of “Music Under the Stars” at the Highlands Center on Saturday, May 25 at 7:00 pm, with the return of D.B. Rielly and the Valley’s popular old time string band, Three-Legged Dog.
Annual Prescott Fine Art & Wine Festival: May 11 & 12
Come to Prescott Courthouse Plaza on May 11 and 12 to meet the artists and buy original works in many mediums, including: painting, sculpture, photography, fiber art, jewelry and more.
Smoki Museum Southwest Indian Arts Festival: June 8 & 9
This year’s annual Southwest Indian Arts Festival is being brought indoors to the Grace Sparks Activity Center (824 E. Gurley St.), with over 40 selling & demonstrating vendors.
Chaparral MusicFest: May 28 to June 16
Arizona’s own Chaparral MusicFest announces the schedule of workshops and concerts for its 7th season, from May 28 to June 16, including several exciting new additions for 2013.
Phippen Museum Western Art Show & Sale: May 25-27
This year will mark the Phippen Museum’s 39th Annual Western Art Show and Sale in Prescott, Arizona, and outstanding artists from across the country are making plans to be here on Memorial weekend, May 25–27.
Whiksey Off-Road Mountain Bike Race Purse Increased to $40,000
SHO-AIR International, a global transportation and asset management company, is proud to come on board as a “Pro Cash Increase” sponsor for the 2013 Whiskey Off-Road endurance mountain bike event and community concert.
Prescott Film Festival Holds Sci Fi Mini Fest April 19-21
Prescott Film Festival screens several sci fi flicks and hosts multiple workshops. Rod Roddenberry, son of legendary Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry, will attend the screening of his autobiographical “Trek Nation”.
$35,000 Cash Purse for Prescott’s Whiskey Off-Road Bike Race, Apr. 26-28
Epic Rides is proud to announce the 10th Annual Whiskey Off-Road Mountain Bike Event, one of the premier mountain bike events in the country.
5th Annual Chalk it Up! Prescott: April 20-21
Release your inner artist this spring at the 5th Annual Chalk it Up! event in Prescott, April 20 and 21.
2013 Eggstravaganza at Heritage Park Zoo: March 31
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary is hosting the sixth annual Eggstravaganza! Gates will open at 10am on Sunday, March 31st.