Discover Flagstaff

01/22/2025

Experience the extraordinary with Theresa Caputo at the historic Orpheum Theater!

Renowned for over 30 years as one of the most celebrated mediums, Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience is your chance to witness her extraordinary gift in person.

🌟 Comforting messages from loved ones who’ve passed
📖 Personal stories from her life
✨ A unique, awe-inspiring connection

Prepare for an emotional and uplifting evening with the Long Island Medium herself!

📅: January 30-31, 2025
⏰: Doors - 6:30 p.m., show begins at 7:30 p.m.
📍: The Orpheum Theater

01/21/2025

Watch as stunning ice sculptures are carved live, discover exciting frozen prizes, and enjoy engaging activities for all ages!

Join the fun at With Love, Flagstaff, a brand-new winter celebration honoring Flagstaff’s title as Arizona’s Winter Wonderland! Watch as stunning ice sculptures are carved live, discover exciting frozen prizes, and enjoy engaging activities for all ages!

The fun kicks off Saturday, February 15, with yard games, a live DJ and carriage rides through historic Downtown Flagstaff.

Enter in-person for a chance to win frost-tastic prizes, including:
🚴 $2,000 gift certificate to Single Track Bikes
🏂 $1,000 gift card to Ski Haus
🌲 4 passes to Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
🎳 Party for 8 at Starlite Lanes Bowling Alley
❤️ And so much more!

Head to the Flagstaff Visitor Center to enter for a chance-to-win, join the celebration and feel the Flagstaff love!

📅 Dates: February 15–16, 2025, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Flagstaff Visitor Center (1 E Route 66)
💙 Cost: Free

❤️FLG

01/20/2025

"Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

📸: Coconino National Forest

01/17/2025

Visiting Arizona’s high country means embracing stunning landscapes — but it also means staying vigilant when it comes to fire safety. As we enjoy the beauty of our forests, remember that small actions can make a big difference in keeping Flagstaff safe from wildfires.

🔥 Know Your Restrictions: Stay informed about fire restrictions and bans in our area. Check with local authorities and the Coconino National Forest Service for the latest updates.

🔥 Practice Safe Outdoor Activities: Whether you're camping, hiking, or having a barbecue, always use designated fire pits and grills. Never leave fires unattended - it is illegal to abandon a campfire in Flagstaff - ensure they are fully extinguished before leaving.

🔥 Stay on the Trail: Only use designated open forest roads and trails for recreation.

🔥 Smoking is Prohibited in Public Areas: Smoking/use of e-cigarettes is prohibited in the city's public spaces.

🔥 Be Aware of Chains and Parking: Dragging chains or tow straps can spark wildfires. Secure your chains and straps before traveling. Parking over grassy areas can spark wildfires, park in areas clear of grasses and foliage.

🔥 Report Suspicious Activity: If you see something, say something! Report any signs of smoke or suspicious activity to authorities immediately.

🔥 Stay Prepared: Have an emergency evacuation plan in place for your family, and keep important documents and belongings ready to go in case of evacuation.

Most wildfires are caused by human activity. Practicing fire safety isn’t just about protecting yourself — it’s about protecting our entire community and the wild places we love.

Let's all do our part to reduce wildfire risk and ensure Flagstaff remains the beautiful mountain town we call home.

📸: Coconino National Forest

01/16/2025

NEW LOWELL OBSERVATORY ASTRONOMY CENTER NOW OPEN IN FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA!!

Flagstaff is Arizona’s four-season mountain town nestled along Route 66 offering a quintessential slice of Americana and gateway to Grand Canyon National Park. Flagstaff is also the World’s First International Dark Sky City, and discovered Pluto!
Flagstaff’s Lowell Observatory opened the Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center and was recognized by the Smithsonian Magazine as the most anticipated museum opening in 2024. This cutting-edge facility features interactive exhibits, a Universe Theater with a curved LED screen, and the world’s only rooftop open-air planetarium with heated seats for stargazing under Flagstaff’s renowned dark skies. 🌌
https://www.flagstaffarizona.org/things-to-do/astrotourism/

01/16/2025

✨ Imagine This: You wake up in chic comfort at Aiden By Best Western, ready to take on a day filled with adventure. The snow-dusted San Francisco Peaks are calling your name, and you’re about to answer — carving down the slopes at Arizona Snowbowl, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views. ❄️🎿

After an epic day on the powder, you’ll treat yourself to a gourmet feast at Silver Pine Restaurant at Little America, raising a toast to your unforgettable Flagstaff escape. 🍷🍽️

Dreaming of this perfect getaway? 💭 It could be yours — FOR FREE!

🎉 ENTER NOW for a chance to win this incredible Flagstaff adventure. One entry per person — don't let this opportunity slip away!

Enter for a chance-to-win here ➡️ https://woobox.com/u27xe6

Enter for a chance-to-win a FREE getaway to Flagstaff this winter! Getaway includes FREE hotel stay, attraction passes with equipment and lessons, AND a gift card for dining. Are you and your three plus-ones feeling lucky?

01/10/2025

"I think there is a nice anecdote in this when you started Emerson School, all you could speak was old (?) Arabic and Mexican." -Monica Nackard, February 2, 1976. Oral Interview with Susan L. Rodgers, Northern Arizona University, Cline Library.

Welcome back to Flagstaff Then and Now! Today, we will be looking at the Emerson School, Flagstaff's first permanent educational institution.

Built in 1895 on the corner of Aspen Avenue and Sitgreaves Street, the Emerson School was Flagstaff’s first permanent educational institution. Funded by a bond vote in 1893, the school served students from kindergarten through high school, teaching reading, writing, and arithmetic, while also offering instruction in Arabic, Spanish, and English—a reflection of the diverse population it served.

At the time, the school was segregated by language, with English-speaking and Spanish-speaking children taught separately. Due to Jim Crow laws, Black children attended the Dunbar School, a separate institution for African American students, which opened in the early 20th century.

In 1923, the opening of Flagstaff High School relieved the Emerson School of its older students, transitioning it into a strictly elementary school. After decades of shaping young minds, the school eventually closed and stood vacant for a short time before being demolished in 1986.

In its place, the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library opened in May 1987, providing a modern facility to meet the community’s educational and informational needs. The library was constructed over the preserved basement of the Emerson School, ensuring that a part of the building’s history remains to this day.

From its earliest days as a gathering place for students of different languages to its legacy beneath the modern public library, the Emerson School’s story is one of community, connection, and cultural resilience—a foundational chapter in Flagstaff’s rich history of education.

📸: Cline Library, https://cdm16748.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/cpa/id/5589/rec/9

01/09/2025

Working on your New Year's resolutions?

Check out our Flagstaff Trails Passport, a great way to help you achieve those resolutions! Here are some beginner trails to get you started:

🥾 1 Point trail – Nate Avery Trail - Buffalo Park – Easy, a 2 mile loop trail, takes an average of 44 minutes to complete. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
🥾 1 Point trail – Arizona Trail - Picture Canyon – Easy, a 1.5 mile trail. This trail is open year round.
🥾 1 Point trail – Veit Springs Trail – Easy, a 1.8 mile loop trail that takes about 45 minutes to complete. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

More Trails Passport info here ➡️ https://www.flagstaffarizona.org/.../hiking/trails-passport/

01/08/2025

✨ Picture this: You wake up in style at Aiden By Best Western , ready to make the most of your day. The snow-capped peaks of Arizona Snowbowl are calling, where you’ll carve through fresh powder and take in breathtaking mountain views 🎿. After an epic day on the slopes, you’ll wind down with a gourmet dinner at Silver Pine Restaurant at Little America, toasting to an unforgettable Flagstaff adventure.

Sound like a dream? It could be yours—for FREE! 🌟 Enter now for a chance to win this incredible Flagstaff getaway. One entry per person, so don’t miss out!

Enter here ➡️ https://woobox.com/u27xe6

Enter for a chance-to-win a FREE getaway to Flagstaff this winter! Getaway includes FREE hotel stay, attraction passes with equipment and lessons, AND a gift card for dining. Are you and your three plus-ones feeling lucky?

01/07/2025

"It's a dry heat" more like "it's a dry FREEZE!" 🥶

As Flagstaff prepares for another round of snow Tuesday evening, here are some pro-tips for safe and responsible snowplay.

❄️ Gear Up: Equip yourself with essential emergency items and the right attire for your snowy travels - snow chains are a must!

❄️ Pack It Out: What comes with you should leave with you! From sleds to snacks, ensure our snowscape remains untouched. Utilize the Winter Recreation Map to find appropriate disposal locations.

❄️ Keep It Respectful: Avoid parking or stopping on roadsides, honor private areas, and ensure you leave no trace.

❄️ Plan Your Play: Identify snow play areas ahead of your visit for a hassle-free adventure.

❄️ Consider an Overnight Stay: With the weather's whims, staying locally might make your snowy escape both safer and more delightful.

Stay updated with our SNOW-ometer for the latest snow depths at key locations like Arizona Snowbowl, AZ Nordic Village, Flagstaff Snow Park, and downtown at the Flagstaff Visitor Center.

01/02/2025

Shake Up Your Dry January with Flagstaff Mocktails! 🌟

Trade the booze for bold flavors and join us in embracing a healthier start to the new year! Flagstaff's creative mixologists are whipping up delicious, non-alcoholic concoctions that are perfect for any palate.

Join us in celebrating the art of the mocktail all January long. Perfect for those committed to Dry January or anyone just looking for a tasty treat!

Raise a glass to new beginnings and delicious mocktails! 🥂

Do you want to find your perfect mocktail match? Take our quiz here ➡️ https://www.flagstaffarizona.org/dining-nightlife/mocktails/

12/30/2024

Are you ready to drop that pinecone like its hot? 🔥

Get ready for Downtown Flagstaff AZ's Noon Year's Eve, happening TOMORROW, December 31, from 10am to 2pm. Enjoy a special Great Pinecone Drop at noon, crafts for the kids, live music, games and more!

All of that leave you pine-ing for more? Don't worry! There will be additional drops at 10pm and midnight, with a special fireworks display to ring in the new year! 🎇

Did we mention that this is all FREE? Come see why the Great Pinecone Drop is the 5th Best New Year's Eve Drop in the country, voted by USA Today 10 Best.

12/28/2024

🎉 Looking for the perfect way to ring in the New Year? Flagstaff has you covered!

🌄 Morning: Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Brandy's Cafe, a local favorite.
🎯 Afternoon: Unleash your inner warrior at FlagTag AZ with laser tag or axe throwing, then recharge with lunch at Pato Thai.
🏙️ Evening: Stroll through historic Downtown Flagstaff, explore charming local businesses, and soak in the mountain town vibes.
🌲 Midnight: Celebrate in the heart of Downtown Flagstaff with the iconic Great Pinecone Drop!
🎶 Late Night: Keep the party going at the The Orpheum Theater New Year’s Celebration featuring SPOTLAB.

Let’s make 2025 a year to remember! 🎆

12/27/2024

It's hoa hoa hoa season....

You don’t have to travel far to feel like you’ve been transformed into a sparkly vampire from a series we all know and love.

With towering pines, misty mountain views, and moody, overcast skies, Flagstaff serves up serious Pacific Northwest vibes. Whether you're wandering through the San Francisco Peaks or exploring the quiet beauty of our wooded trails, it’s the perfect setting to embrace your inner Bella and Edward. ❤️

12/26/2024

Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve and ring in 2025 in Downtown Flagstaff! 🎉

🗓 Tuesday, December 31st | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Heritage Square | FREE family-friendly fun

Enjoy:
🎨 Crafts
🎵 Live music
🎲 Games
📸 Selfie station
🍎 Sparkling cider toast

✨ At 12 Noon, join the special Pine Cone Drop and toast to a sweet new year!

Don’t miss the iconic evening festivities:
🎆 10:00 PM Pine Cone Drop: Gather with friends and family for an early countdown featuring the iconic Pine Cone lowering and a dazzling display of lights. Perfect for those who prefer an earlier celebration.

🎆 Midnight Pine Cone Drop: Join thousands in the streets of downtown for the final countdown! As the clock strikes 12, the Pine Cone drops once more, followed by a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the winter night sky.

Join Downtown Flagstaff AZ for a New Years Eve you won't forget!

12/25/2024

In Flagstaff, where the pine trees sway,
Beneath the dark skies, where the stars hold their play,
A Christmas charm fills the crisp, cool air,
With snow-dusted peaks, a sight beyond compare.

The streets are aglow with festive delight,
Neon signs on Route 66 shining so bright.
Downtown whispers of history and cheer,
As the Great Pinecone readies to ring in the year.

Breweries toast with warm winter ales,
While cafés brew cocoa with cinnamon trails.
Every corner, a moment, a memory to hold,
As Flagstaff sparkles in hues of gold.

So come one, come all, to this mountain delight,
Where Christmas shines under the Milky Way’s light.
In Flagstaff we gather, in joy and in peace,
Wishing you love as the holidays increase.

Happy Holidays! 🎄🎅

📸: Coconino National Forest

12/24/2024

Picture this: You wake up in the modern charm of the Aiden By Best Western , ready for a day of adventure. The snow-dusted mountains of Arizona Snowbowl call your name, where you carve fresh powder and enjoy epic views 🎿. As the day winds down, you toast to an incredible day over a gourmet dinner at Silver Pine Restaurant at Little America

Sound like a dream? It could be yours—FREE! Enter now for your chance-to-win this incredible Flagstaff getaway. Entries are one per person, so don’t wait!

Enter for a chance-to-win here ➡️ https://woobox.com/u27xe6

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