Sedona, Arizona
Weekend Happenings
February 17th – 19th, 2012
Chocolate ~ Music ~ Film Festival ~ Bridal Fair
This is the weekend of all weekends to visit Sedona, Arizona! There are events happening all over the Sedona and Verde River Valley area including the kick off of the Sedona International Film Festival! There will be music and poetry at Studio Live Sedona, the Chocolate Lovers Train in taking place all weekend at the Verde Canyon Railroad, there will be a Pecan, Wine, and Antiques Festival in Camp Verde, live entertainment at Olde Sedona Bar & Grill and for all those brides to be, the Sedona Bridal Fair & the Sedona Wedding Boot Camp will be taking place on Saturday! So let’s get you started on a great weekend in Sedona. Below we have provided information on all the happenings, attractions, tours and lodging in the area just click the links you are interested in and have a fabulous time in Sedona. Make sure to visit us on Facebook and twitter!
- Featured Sedona-Verde Valley Events
- Featured Sedona Metaphysical & Spiritual
- Featured Sedona-Verde Valley Tours
- Featured Sedona-Verde Valley Attractions
- Featured Sedona Lodging
Featured Sedona-Verde Valley Events
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Sedona International Film Festival The Sedona Internationl Film Festival is the GREATEST celebration of the BEST in independent film from around the world. From features to shorts, documentaries to animation and foreign films to student films, free workshops, special events and more. This film lovers dream takes place for nine days with more than 145 films! Already recognized by filmmakers and audiences as one of the top festivals in the nation (and named the “Fest to Impress” by MovieMaker Magazine), the 2012 edition will continue a tradition of honoring those motivated by passion for their art and driven by a love for making timely, moving and important films. For more information on this Sedona event or to purchase passes please visit the Sedona International Film Festival. |
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2/18/12 – Sedona Bridal Fair
Helping couples create dream weddings in Sedona (10:00 am – 2:00 pm)
Presented by Sedona Wedding Professional Association the Sedona Bridal Fair, taking place at the Poco Diablo Resort, will have Sedona’s Finest Wedding professionals available to help you plan your destination wedding in Sedona, one of the most beautiful locations in the U.S. Come to the Sedona Bridal Fair and plan your entire wedding in a day. The fair has Sedona best award wining venues and vendors that will make you wedding perfect. Many events will be planned throughout the day. Raffles, giveaways, food, tasting stations, dessert bar, cake, even hair and make up samples. For more detail pr to purchase tickets for this Sedona event please visit the Sedona Bridal Fair.
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2/18/12 – Sedona Wedding Boot Camp
Inspiring Brides to create their own unique wedding in Sedona
The Sedona Wedding Boot Camp will be on Saturday February 18th, 2012 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Sedona Wedding Studio located at 1710 West State Route 89A in Sedona, Arizona. Tickets $10 per bride, $5 per guest. For more information on this Sedona event please visit the Sedona Wedding Boot Camp.
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All Weekend – Verde Canyon Railroad
Chocolate Lovers Train
Revel in the breath-snatching sights of the Verde Canyon while savoring flavored coffee, specialty cocktails and a buffet of sumptuous chocolate goodies including a fountain. Enjoy the luxury of first-class accommodations and access to open air gondolas with friends, family or your one and only Valentine. Knowing that you’re part of something that has endured for 100 years is just the chocolate-covered strawberry on top. For more information please visit the Verde Canyon Railroad.
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2/17/12 – Studio Live Sedona
Rhythm Keepers Celebrate Black History Month (7:30 pm)
James and The Rhythm Keepers will be presenting A Musical Journey from New Orleans to Chicago: How Music Evolved thr0ugh Black American History. This event encompasses James’ personal experience growing up as an African American descendent of slaves in Memphis, Tennessee during the Civil Rights Movement. Sedona based musician James Turner began his bass playing career at the age of 13, playing with countless bands including Grammy winning artist Al Green, Memphis based Rufus Thomas, Carla Thomas and The Ovations. Baba Vusi Shibambo grew up in South Africa during the Apartheid era. Born a Zulu, Shibambo translates into English as “Guardian of the Skins”. The Shibambos were esteemed for their position as 
caretakers of the tribe’s animal skins for clothing and most importantly for their drums. For more information on this Sedona event please visit Studio Live Sedona.
| All Weekend – Olde Sedona Bar & Grill Live Entertainment |
2/18 – Studio Live Sedona Sedona Poetry Slam |
| 2/18 – Fort Verde State Historic Park Buffalo Soldiers |
2/19 – Chamber Music Sedona Kalichstein Laredo Robinson |
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Sedona’s Featured Metaphysical & Spiritual
| Sedona Metaphysical and Spiritual Association Your Trusted Source for Personal Enrichment Vortexes, Psychics, Spirituality and Healing  Sedona is a place of wisdom, enlightenment, beauty and transformative opportunities where retreats, metaphysical book stores and classes provide abundant spiritual learning experiences.Book your personalized spiritual, metaphysical, and healing experiences with members of the Sedona Metaphysical Spiritual Association,an Affinity Group of The Sedona Chamber of Commerce, all of whom abide by a pledge of professional integrity.
Members of the Sedona Metaphysical and Spiritual Association, take great pleasure in guiding you as a Sedona visitor along the path of your choice of individualized growth and assure you of the best possible experience while you are here in Sedona. For more information please visit the Sedona Metaphysical and Spiritual Association’ website or visit the SMSA Center inside Gloden Books & Music at 1575 West State Route 89A. |
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Featured Sedona-Verde Valley Tours
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Sedona Adventure Tours Recommended on Tripadvisor, Sedona Adventure Tours offers you a wide variety of self guided and guided tours in the area. Providing unforgettable family fun with adventures by raft, inflatable kayak, hikes, wine & micro brew tastings, horseback rides, scenic tours, tubing madness all at the edge of the Sonoran Desert! The Verde River, Arizona’s only wild and scenic river system, is the featured location for all of their water tours. For more information please visit Sedona Adventure Tours. |
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Arizona Outdoor Adventures
“Thrilling Family Fun”
Take your family on an expertly guided 30 mile ATV tour in the outback of the West Sedona Valley where over 40 movies have been filmed. Arizona ATV Adventures has over a hundred miles of trails to choose from, which allows their guides to customize each tour based on the age, interests and skill levels of the group. Book an ATV tour now!
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Featured Sedona Attractions
Blazin’ M Ranch
“You will be Wild about our West!”
Folks come from Sedona, Cottonwood, Prescott and all around the world to the Blazin’ M Ranch for a Western experience of a lifetime. The entire family can step back in time for a great outing that’s sure to be enjoyed by adventurers of all ages. Mining, museums, vintage tractor rides, shooting galleries, critters and ridin’ & ropin’ are just part of the fun at Blazin’ M Ranch’s Wild West Adventure. At the Blazin’ M Ranch,travelers are invited to tantalize their taste buds and tickle their funny bones with a knee-slapping, wholesome, good time during their Chuckwagon-style Dinner and Show.For more information visit Blazin’ M Ranch.
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Out of Africa Wildlife Park
“Your best Wild Life Adventure”
Get up close and personal to wild life in their natural habitat at Out of Africa Wildlife Park! The Park offers fun, exciting and educational attractions such as Wildlife Preserve, Tiger Splash, African Bush Safari and Predator Feed. Where else can kiss a giraffe, feed a Tiger, or watch people and tigers play together in a giant swimming pool? A favorite place for Sedona visitors! Receive a 1/2 off General admission internet coupon by clicking here!
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Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village
“The Art and Soul of Sedona”
When it comes to exploring the world of art in Sedona, the Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village is the place to be. Tlaquepaque is a perfect setting to witness gifted artisans absorbed in their work. With over 40 specialty shops and exclusive art galleries, your journey into the arts of Sedona becomes a joyful revelation of fabulous art treasures and distinctive gifts around every corner. For more information visit Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village.
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M Diamond Ranch
“It’s so much more than just a trail ride”
Take in the majestic scenery of Sedona and learn about real western history and heritage from the back of a horse with the M Diamond Ranch. At the M Diamond Ranch you can choose from a one-hour trail ride guided by a friendly, knowledgeable M Diamond Ranch cowboy wrangler, or a full morning or evening experience that combines a horseback ride with a Cowboy Cookout! Make sure to check out their “Little Gem Guest House”.
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Featured Sedona Lodging
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Casa Sedona Bed & Breakfast Casa Sedona is a nationally recognized Bed & Breakfast Inn nestled on an acre of natural and manicured gardens where beauty and serenity abound. The Inn is perfect for a relaxing getaway, spiritual retreat, or intimate wedding. Save some money when staying at Casa Sedona with their Sedona Vacation Packages! |
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Kokopelli Suites
“Voted Best of Sedona 3 years in a row”
Kokopelli Suites, winner of Best of Sedona hotels three years in a row, offers a variety of rooms and suites at affordable prices. Check out their great Sedona hotel deals & discounts!
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Best Western Inn of Sedona
“Unbeatable Views of Sedona’s Red Rocks”
The Best Western Inn of Sedona offers a wide variety of money saving, fun-filled Sedona vacation packages. Excellent views of the red rocks of Sedona! Check out their Sedona Vacation Packages.
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Wildflower Inn
“Your Home Away from Home”
Wildflower Inn offers views like no other hotel in Sedona with exceptionally affordable accommodations. They are now offering a new hotel special “A Case of the Mondays” to learn more visit Wildflower Inn Sedona Hotel Special.
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Make sure to check our Sedona Deals page for current vacation packages, discounted Sedona tours and much more. Check this website every Friday morning for an updated “Things to Do in Sedona this Weekend” story!
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