Patagonia Fall Festival

Patagonia Fall Festival The Patagonia Fall Festival is a celebration of art and music. Join us the second weekend in October in Patagonia, Arizona.

Sky Islands Fall Artisan Market (Formerly the Patagonia Fall Festival)
Patagonia Town Park, 325 McKeown Ave, Patagonia, AZ 85624
October 9 & 10, 2021
https://www.patagoniafallfestival.org/

The 2021 event will take on a new feel in the community of Patagonia, AZ, with a reduced capacity and focus on supporting the entire Sky Islands communities. In light of the tremendous toll the pandemic has c

aused in communities throughout the State, the Sky Islands Tourism Association has decided to introduce the Sky Islands Artisan Market. The event will focus on tourism to the Sky Islands region and introduce programming to support the small businesses, wineries, and regional experiences that only Patagonia, Sonoita & Elgin can offer. The weekend will feature the main event located at Patagonia Town Park, featuring up to 100 artisans, food vendors, and exhibitors, live music, entertainment, and picnic fun. Additional programming is designed to support businesses throughout the weekend. We encourage the community to visit the artisan market and take part in visiting local wineries, shops, outdoor spaces, and restaurants.

10/19/2025

We are looking back AND looking ahead at the same time today. What an incredible weekend in Patagonia last weekend! Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate art, music, and community at the Patagonia Fall Festival. Your support of local artists, makers, and performers helps keep Arizona’s creative spirit thriving. Each conversation, connection, and purchase made a real difference for the people who bring our region’s culture to life. Especially with that weather scare!

It’s an interesting weekend as we wrap up one amazing festival, we’re already getting ready for the next celebration of creativity and connection NEXT WEEKEND.

Join us Art State Arizona for the Oro Valley Fall Foodie, Art & Wine Festival, on October 25 & 26 from 10 AM to 4 PM at Oro Valley Marketplace.

It’s free to attend with plenty of free parking—and full of opportunities to support local creativity.
Similar to last week, this two-day outdoor event will feature more than 135 Southwest artisans, 20 curated food vendors from Tucson Foodie, live music, hands-on art activities, and plenty of family fun.

What sets this celebration apart is local wine tastings with Arizona Winery Tours!

Thank you for continuing to show up for Arizona’s artists and cultural community. We can’t wait to see you in Oro Valley for another unforgettable weekend filled with art, flavor, and fall traditions.

What an incredible weekend in Patagonia. The 2025 Patagonia Fall Festival brought together artists, musicians, local bus...
10/14/2025

What an incredible weekend in Patagonia. The 2025 Patagonia Fall Festival brought together artists, musicians, local businesses, and visitors from across Arizona for two days of creativity, connection, and community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating the spirit of Southern Arizona’s art and culture — and a special thank you to those who didn’t let the rain dampen their weekend plans. Your energy and support kept the park filled with laughter, music, and color, reminding us once again why this festival has become such a beloved tradition.

Over 100 artists and makers shared their work this year, from handmade jewelry and ceramics to painting, textiles, photography, and more. Here are some of the friendly faces you may have missed from this weekend.

More posts to wrap up the event and celebrate all the people involved coming all week. From the performers, to the food vendors, and volunteers… we couldn’t do it without you. We can’t wait to see you again next year under the CLEAR autumn skies of Patagonia.

A beautiful time in Patagonia yesterday with no signs of stopping today. There might be a thunder shower or around noon ...
10/12/2025

A beautiful time in Patagonia yesterday with no signs of stopping today. There might be a thunder shower or around noon but just a 25% chance of precipitation throughout the day, I think we can call this fall festival a success!! See you out there!

We’re in full swing and it’s been a blast of music, food, and festival fun at the 2025 Patagonia Fall Festival
10/11/2025

We’re in full swing and it’s been a blast of music, food, and festival fun at the 2025 Patagonia Fall Festival

10/11/2025

Good morning, festival goers! The sky’s holding for now (no downpour yet), so get your rain boots, poncho, or favorite umbrella ready.
We’ll likely see scattered storms late afternoon/evening, so plan your schedule accordingly — hit your must-see acts early, then shift to covered stages.
Remember: rain can’t drown the joy. We’ll be here, having a blast no matter what. See you soon in Patagonia!

Rain or Shine we are going to have a good good time at The Patagonia Fall Festival this weekend.Friday vibes: mostly cle...
10/10/2025

Rain or Shine we are going to have a good good time at The Patagonia Fall Festival this weekend.
Friday vibes: mostly clear, warming up — perfect teaser before the festival begins.

Forecast for Saturday & Sunday is showing increasing rain chances (especially Saturday PM & Sunday) — but guess what? We’ve got plans.
Shelter spots, covered stages, and cozy corners will keep the festival spirit rolling even when the skies open up.

Come for the art, stay for the community (and weather stories).
The artists, musicians, and nature have been waiting all year for this weekend. We’re making wet-weather backups (tents, indoor zones, cover) so the fun doesn’t stop.

Tag a friend you’ll drag with you — umbrellas encouraged, but canceling is not on our menu.


10/10/2025

Rain or Shine, there is plenty to explore indoors at all the local shops and restaurants during the Patagonia Fall Festival.

Make it a weekend getaway and take a road trip to Patagonia for one of Southern Arizona’s most cherished traditions, the Patagonia Fall Festival, happening this weekend at Patagonia Town Park.
Spend the weekend surrounded by art, music, food, and mountain views. Explore the work of more than 100 local and regional artists, enjoy live performances, and savor local bites and drinks from favorite Southern Arizona eateries.

Make it a full weekend getaway and explore indoors and out. Browse the local shops, stay in one of Patagonia’s charming inns, and experience the creative energy that fills the town each October.

Patagonia Fall Festival Festival Hours:
Saturday, October 12 | 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday, October 13 | 10 AM – 4 PM
Visit The Sky Islands of Arizona

10/07/2025

The wait is over — the Patagonia Fall Festival is happening this weekend, October 11–12 at Patagonia Town Park!

For more than 35 years, this Southern Arizona tradition has brought together artists, musicians, food lovers, and families to celebrate creativity and community in the heart of the Sky Islands.

Stroll through more than 120 artisan booths featuring the region’s best in ceramics, textiles, jewelry, painting, glass, woodwork, photography, and more. Enjoy live music and performances all weekend long, from folk and bluegrass to world music, dance, and interactive shows throughout the park.

The SOUTH32 KidsZone will keep families entertained with creative activities, workshops, and live performances, while the Patagonia Fire Department Cookout serves up delicious food and evening entertainment on Saturday. Festival favorites return again this year, including the Patagonia Library Book Sale and local dining staples like Velvet Elvis, Gathering Grounds, Wild Horse, and the Wagon Wheel Saloon.

Set in the historic Patagonia Town Park, lined with walnut, willow, and pine trees, the festival captures the essence of autumn in Southern Arizona. It’s the perfect place to spend the weekend surrounded by art, music, and the natural beauty of the Sky Islands.

Don’t forget to explore local shops, wineries, and outdoor spaces while you’re here — the entire region comes alive with color, creativity, and community spirit.

Admission is free, and all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and a love for the arts — and experience one of Arizona’s most beloved fall traditions.

Patagonia Fall Festival
October 11–12, 2025 | Patagonia Town Park
325 McKeown Ave, Patagonia, AZ 85624

See you this weekend at the Patagonia Fall Festival — where art, music, and community come together in the mountains of Southern Arizona.

The schedule is here and the music is going to fill the air Patagonia Fall Festival October 11–12, 2025, at Patagonia To...
10/05/2025

The schedule is here and the music is going to fill the air Patagonia Fall Festival October 11–12, 2025, at Patagonia Town Park.

For more than 35 years, this beloved tradition has brought people together to celebrate art, music, food, and community in the heart of the Sky Islands.
What began as a way to showcase local talent has grown into a two-day celebration featuring over 120 artisans, food and beverage vendors, live performances, and cultural experiences.

Saturday, October 11
10:00–11:00 am | Jam Pak Blues ‘N Grass (Youth Blues & Bluegrass)
11:00–11:30 am | Crumpled Bills Kin (Folk and Bluegrass)
12:00–12:45 pm | Cat Mountain (Folk/Rock)
1:00–2:00 pm | Arizona Balalaika Orchestra (Slavic Folk)
2:30–3:30 pm | Capoeira Mandinga (Brazilian Dance and Martial Arts)
4:00–5:00 pm | Zach Farley & Friends (World and Folk)

Evening cookout and music at the Patagonia Fire Department, 5:00–7:00 pm.
Sunday, October 12
10:00–11:00 am | Jam Pak Blues ‘N Grass
11:00–11:30 am | Crumpled Bills Kin
12:00–12:45 pm | The Wild Swans (Irish Folk)
1:15–2:15 pm | Tucson Scandinavian Dancers
2:45–4:00 pm | JC & Laney (Americana)

Plus strolling performances from 11:00 am–3:00 pm by Cirque Collective and juggling by Zach Shepard. KidsZone fun all day.
Free admission. Bring the whole family and experience the charm of Patagonia’s Town Park, a tree-lined gathering place where traditions live on, music fills the air, and creativity thrives. While you are here, explore the wineries, shops, and outdoor spaces that make Patagonia, Sonoita, and Elgin unforgettable.

Patagonia Town Park
325 McKeown Ave, Patagonia, AZ 85624
October 11–12, 2025

Meet the Maker: Romina Paiva of Innerwoven at The Patagonia Fall Festival!Romina Paiva brings the soulful art of macram...
10/04/2025

Meet the Maker: Romina Paiva of Innerwoven at The Patagonia Fall Festival!

Romina Paiva brings the soulful art of macramé to life with her stunning jewelry and fiber creations, blending ancient knotting techniques with natural elements like crystals, seeds, and gemstones. Each piece is a tribute to the organic beauty of the world around us, crafted by hand with heart.

With national recognition including 1st Prize in Jewelry at the Naperville Fine Art & Craft Fair and an Honorable Mention at the 2024 Tempe Festival of the Arts, Romina’s work has touched art lovers across the country.

Now, she’s bringing her unique style to the heart of Southern Arizona.Join us at the 36th Annual Patagonia Fall Festival, October 11 and 12, 2025, in the shade of Patagonia Town Park, where more than 130 artists and makers come together to celebrate creativity and community.

Stop by Romina’s booth to explore her latest macramé jewelry and fiber art and connect with the story behind every knot and thread.

Supporting local artists like Romina helps preserve the handmade traditions that give our region its soul.

Be part of something special this fall. Join us!https://southernazartsculturalalliance.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/Pata...
10/03/2025

Be part of something special this fall. Join us!
https://southernazartsculturalalliance.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/

Patagonia Fall Festival is just around the corner, and we need your help to make it happen. Volunteering at the festival is more than lending a hand – it’s becoming part of one of Southern Arizona’s most cherished traditions.
The

Volunteers are the heart of our events. From welcoming guests and supporting artists to helping with activities and making sure the weekend runs smoothly, every role contributes to the magic of the festival. It’s a chance to connect with neighbors, meet new friends, and experience the joy of community from behind the scenes.

Why volunteer?
• Be part of a 35+ year tradition in the Sky Islands
• Support local artists, small businesses, and cultural performers
• Gain hands-on experience in event production and community engagement
• Enjoy the festival from a unique perspective while giving back

This is a wonderful opportunity for students, families, service groups, and anyone who believes in the power of arts and culture to bring people together.

We have fewer than 50 volunteer spots left, so now is the time to sign up and join the team that makes this festival possible.

Patagonia Fall Festival
October 11–12, 2025 | Patagonia Town Park
Free admission | Volunteers needed both days

Celebrating Arts Month in Santa Cruz County This October, communities across Santa Cruz County are coming alive with art...
10/02/2025

Celebrating Arts Month in Santa Cruz County
This October, communities across Santa Cruz County are coming alive with art, culture, music, and tradition. From festivals and exhibitions to hands-on workshops and live performances, there are countless ways to celebrate creativity together. Explore the full calendar of events happening all month long:

📍 GOK Building – 220 N Morley Ave, Nogales
• Raid My Closet
• Rave by the Border – Oct 4, 8:00 pm–12:00 am
• Muerts: Una Velada Cultura con Renee Coust – Oct 30, 7:30 pm

📍 La Linea Art Studio – 32 N Morley Ave, Nogales
• Free adult painting classes with Carlos Ibarra – Thursdays, 6:00–9:00 pm
• Tom Bell Photography Exhibition Opening – Oct 18, 2:30 pm

📍 Nogales Santa Cruz County Public Library – 518 N Grand Ave, Nogales
• Adult Arts & Crafts – Mondays, 10:00 am
• Lego Time – Thursdays, 3:00 pm
• Children’s Arts & Crafts – Tuesdays, 3:30 pm
• Teen Halloween Painting – Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:00 pm
• Border Fashion Week – Oct 3, 7:00 pm ($20–$35)
• Fall Hours – Saturdays, 10:00 am–2:00 pm

📍 Patagonia Town Park – 310 W McKeown Ave, Patagonia
• Patagonia Fall Festival – Oct 11, 9:00 am–5:00 pm

📍 Pimería Alta Historical Society & Museum – 136 N Grand Ave, Nogales
• Exhibit: Día de los Mu***os – Oct 11–Nov 8, Tues–Fri, 11:00 am–4:00 pm
• Altars of Downtown Nogales Tours – 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm (Free/$10 suggested donation)

📍 Rio Rico Public Library – 275 Rio Rico Dr, Rio Rico
• Arts & Crafts – Wednesdays, 2:00–4:00 pm
• Book Club & Special Arts & Crafts – Sat, Oct 11

📍 Santa Cruz County School Superintendent’s Office – 21 E Court St, Nogales
• Open Art Studio with Armando Moreno – Oct 2–Nov 1, Tues–Thurs, 2:00–5:00 pm
• Celebrating Young Artists Event – Nov 1, 3:00–6:00 pm

📍 Santa Cruz Foundation for the Performing Arts – Benderly-Kendall Opera House, Patagonia
• Benderly Chamber Music Concert Series – Oct 19, 3:00 pm
• Behind the Scenes Opera House Tour – Oct 24, 11:00 am

📍 Sonoita Community Library – 3147 Highway 83, Sonoita
• Arts & Crafts – Tuesdays, 10:00 am–12:00 pm

📍 Tubac Center of the Arts – 9 Plaza Rd, Tubac
• Exhibitions – Oct 3–Nov 9: Fiber Artists of Southern Arizona, Barbara Kuzara, Sculpture Garden, and more
• Workshops – Flute, Clay, and Metal Arts throughout October
• Artist Talks – Oct 4, 9, and 12

📍 Consulate General of Mexico & Cultural Arts Committee – VFW, Nogales
• 3er. Festival Música Sin Fronteras – Oct 4, 7:00–11:30 pm ($25)

📍 Wittner Museum – 204 N Morley Ave, Nogales
• Jazzology Fall Concert – Oct 2, 6:30 pm
• Borderlands Forum with Dr. Michael Brescia – Oct 22, 5:30 pm
• Nogales High School Jazz Bands – Oct 29, 6:30 pm

📍 City of Nogales & Consulate General of Mexico
• Día de los Mu***os – Nov 1, 5:00–10:00 pm, Karam Park
This month-long celebration is a chance to honor the arts, support local talent, and strengthen cultural connections across our borderlands. Join us and be part of the creativity that makes Santa Cruz County so unique.

Address

Patagonia Town Park
Patagonia, AZ
85624

Telephone

+15207973959

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Patagonia Fall Festival posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share