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Good morning, Flagstaff! Itās Sep 25th today ā aka Dolly Parton Day (9-2-5)! Be like Dolly today by loving out loud, giving compliments freely, lifting others up, and leading with empathy.
Today in Flagstaff Inspires:
š¬ Flagstaff Festival of Science - Did you know this is the longest-running free science festival in the United States? Neat!
šš¹ Full Moon Concert
š Pumpkin Patch opens
ā Alissa Zorn & Alexandra Wittenberg
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If you've had a long week, this is for you!
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If you're getting to Friday feeling fully drained, it's time to look at how you can fill your own cup.Ā
Here are a few of our favorite ways to unplug, reset, and recharge in just 30 minutes:
š„Sauna + Cold Plunge
š NormaTec + Your Favorite Book
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AROUND TOWN
āļø Serve on the Flagstaff Airport Commission. The seven-member citizen board adivises City Council on airport operations, development plans and more. Apply here.
š Have you always wanted to ride the City Bus? Take a free trip and learn about navigating public transport Sept 29th. Register for 2pm or 3pm. Ages 16+.
šļø The City of Flagstaff invites small business owners, entrepreneurs, and eligible nonprofit organizations to apply for the Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) Incentive. This competitive grant program is designed to support the growth, stability, and resilience of existing local businesses. Apply by Oct 31st.
BUSINESS NEWS
šš»Spooky Season has arrived with Violaās Pumpkin Patch opening Sep 26th. Look for a straw maze, pumpkin decorating, carnival games & more. Open most days 10am-6pm through Nov 1st (check site for exceptions) $7 per person, 3 years and under free.
š©āš¦š¼ Music Together of Northern Arizona received funding and is offering FIVE FREE music classes for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. They meet at Pine Forest School select Fridays and Saturdays through December.
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WHATāS HAPPENING
š¬ Flagstaff Festival of Science - 10 Days of free science activities begins today! For the entire HUGE list of free science activities, take a look at the 2026 schedule.
š Kick off the festival by attending tonightās keynote presentation from Kirk Dunsavage Speed, Science & Human Ingenuity. Preceded by a ballet at 6:30pm, with talk at 7pm, Ardrey Auditorium (Also available via livestream.) Ticket reservations close at 3pm today, the 25th.
šš Finding Nemo Jr. continues its run at Theatrikos this weekend. The TheatriKids musical follows anxious father Marlin as he journeys across the ocean to rescue his son, Nemo.
šš FlagShakes has two shows running:
A Room in the Castle reframes the women in Shakespeareās Hamlet into a bold, heartbreaking, and unexpectedly funny drama filled with resilience and hope. Runs though Oct 3rd
The Taming is a three-woman comedy inspired by Shakespeareās Shrew, in which contestant Katherine has political aspirations to match her beauty pageant ambitions. Runs through Oct 4th.
šØ Intuitive Acrylic Abstract Painting: Two sessions of this exploratory art class are this weekend. Learn to loosen up and connect your heart to your brush. All levels, Friday 10-11:30am, or Saturday 12:30-2pm, Meadowlark Art Studio
Friday 9.25
š„ Tianguis Market: Puente de Hozho Bilingual School brings this Mexican/Central American tradition to Flagstaff - outdoor market with retail and food vendors. 4-7pm, Puente De Hozho
š Sketch & Chill: Hang out with cool people and make some art! Chat, relax and participate in group sketching prompts. 4-5:30pm, East Flag Library
š“ Group Commute & Hoppy Hour: Join for a chill (all ages, all skills) 2.5 mile ride from Downtown to Wanderlust Brewing Co. Meet at Wheeler Park 5:15pm, Depart at 5:30, Arrive at Wanderlust ~6pm
š Adult Spelling Bee: It's time for adult spelling fun! That might mean tough words - or ones that make ya blush. Participate or just watch and have some laughs. 6-7:30pm, Drinking Horn Meadery
šø Bingo, Beats & Beer! - Divorced Dad Rock Theme: Come angsty in your favorite dad-look. Prize for best dressed! Enjoy Bingo with music curated by El Coyote. 6:30-8:30pm, Hops on Birch
Saturday 9.26
š„¾ National Public Lands Day Hike: Visit petroglyphs and explore the Rio de Flag on a 2.8 mile loop hike with Arizona Trail Association and Arizona Wildlife Federation! 8:30-11:30am, Picture Canyon
ā Cacao Ceremony & Intuitive Watercolor Playshop: A beautiful time for connection, creativity and chocolate! No skill needed. Ticket includes all art supplies and chocolate. 9-11am, Chocolita Downtown
š Mountain Town Market: Swing by for produce, bread, flowers, treats and more! 9am-1pm, Pine Forest School Parking Lot
šāØ Books, Bling, & Beers: Adventure is Booked & Page of Cups bring you the chance to bedazzle a book and spend the afternoon with other cool book people. Ticket includes one drink + all bedazzling supplies. 4-7pm, Wanderlust Brewing
š Snookās Science in the Park: This a free, family-friendly science fair is full of exciting booths features hands-on activities from over 50 local scientific vendors. 10am-2pm, Wheeler Park
š§ø Bilingual Beginnings Storytime: Monthly storytime for all ages featuring familiar stories and songs in Spanish, American Sign Language or DinĆ©. 10:30-11am, Downtown Library
š Farm Addiction Market: Plants, farm eggs, honey, baked goods and food trucks. 11am-2pm, CAL Ranch Parking Lot
š Festival of Science Open House at Museum of Northern Arizona: The museum is free all day with kids activities from 2-4:30pm! Museum hours: 10am-5pm
1-2pm šŗ Celebrating the Song Dogs: Stop by for a humorously themed lecture about the natural and cultural history of coyotes.
2-3pm š¦ Safe & Connected - Roadways and Wildlife Talk: Learn how biologists and transportation officials are working to reduce collisions between vehicles and wildlife.
2-4:30pm š§ Hands-on kid activities focused on the festival theme, Driven by Curiosity.
šš¹ Full Moon Concert: Enjoy an open-air piano concert plus telescope viewings with cultural astronomy insights. Free but RSVP preferred for planning. 6:15pm, Buffalo Park
š² Queer Game Night: Board games, good company, and half of entry fees benefit one-n-ten. 6:30pm, Good Game Cafe
Sunday 9.27
š Community Farmerās Market: Thriving local market with food vendors, art, fresh produce and more. 8am-1pm, City Hall Parking Lot
š®Ā Tarot and Rune Readings: EnjoyĀ a unique experience of insight and intrigue! Come early, spots can fill up fast. 5-8pm, Drinking Horn Meadery
MUSIC
Friday 9.25
Woody Mountain Campground | Chad Woodruff | 5:45-7:45
Historic Barrel House | Troy Pierce | 6-8pm
Charly's | Ace Slim | 7-9:30pm
Zane Grey Bar | Molly & the Starfish Lovers | 7pm
AWA Kava | Open Mic | 7:30pm
Flag Brew | V-Rae & the Crawdads | 9pm
Mountain Top Taproom | Sea & Rain | 8-11pm
Saturday 9.26
Historic Barrel House | Matty Z | 12:30-2:30pm
Woody Mountain Campground | The Rhythm Runners | 4-7pm
Historic Barrel House | Mason Jopes | 6-8pm
Sunday 9.27
Flag Brew | Blu Egyptian | 2-5pm
Harrington's Tap House | Irish Session | 4:30pm
Dark Sky Beer Garden | I am Hologram | 5-8pm
Wanderlust | Bluegrass Jam | 2:30pm
CONNECTIONS
Jobs, volunteering, musician and artist opportunities
Nackard Pepsi has multiple openings in Flagstaff.
Events producer Katie Mac is looking for Artists & Makers to highlight their business to creative travelers next month. Email [email protected] for info.
Flagstaff Plein Air Festival artist application is open thru Sep 27th, and theyāre seeking volunteers to help with the festival Oct 4-18th.
Thomas Elementary School is seeking vendors for its Fall Craft Market on Oct 17th. Email [email protected].
Flagstaff KOA is looking for vendors for its Holiday Market Oct 24th. E-mail [email protected] for the vendor app.
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