Festival & Special Events

Each year more than 250,000 people visit Yuma to experience the sights, sounds, tastes, and heritage of this very unique and historic place.

The City of Yuma celebrates the community's unique history by hosting events throughout the year. These festivals feature activities for all ages, and attract thousands of visitors into the Yuma community.

Vendors & Sponsors

There are opportunities for vendors at many of our events. Our events wouldn't be possible without our generous community partners and sponsors. Stay tuned for more information on how to become a vendor or sponsor at one of our events.

Upcoming Festivals & Special Events 

*Dates and times are subject to change.

Yuma Festivals’ Yuma Medjool Date Festival

  • Date: 01/07/2023 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM  
  • Location: Historic Downtown Main Street
  • Introduction: This Nationally recognized fresh fruit festival celebrates the wonderful and tasty Date fruit, grown right here in the Desert Southwest!

This Nationally recognized fresh fruit festival celebrates the wonderful and tasty Date fruit, grown right here in the Desert Southwest!  All of the major growers will be present; offering up samples and Date Fruit novelty eats and treats! While you are downtown, enjoy live music, Celebrity Chef Demonstrations, community performances and more!

Date: Saturday, January 7, 2023

Time: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Location: Historic Downtown Main Street

Ages: All ages

Fee: FREE

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For a full list of City of Yuma events click here.  

A community calendar of events can be found  here. Please note that this listing is not inclusive, and events/dates are subject to change

Special Event Application

Interested in hosting your own special event?

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