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’ BBQ & Brew Festival

  • Date: 03/10/2023 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM  
  • Location: Historic Downtown Main Street
  • Introduction: This two-day festival will pack Main Street with mouthwatering BBQ, a country music concert, and ice cold brew.

Get your taste buds ready for Yuma’s ‘Best in the Desert Southwest’ BBQ & Brew Festival! This two-day festival will pack Main Street with mouthwatering BBQ, a country music concert, and ice cold brew. Competitors travel from all over the United States to compete in this Kansas City Barbeque Society Sanctioned event!   

Date: Friday & Saturday, March 10-11, 2023

Time: Friday 4 pm -9 pm, Saturday 10 am – 9 pm

Location: Historic Downtown Main Street

Ages: All ages

Fee: FREE

Interested in Competing?

To register, please contact
Jim Palmer
Email
(714)319-1782

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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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