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 2012 - 2013 SPECIAL EVENTS  

 
Wednesdays - Saturdays (Winter Season)
History Hub Matinee
Enjoy a casual dining experience with exciting live historic presentations.
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Blue Adobe Event Center, 301 N. Main St.
Information: (520) 868-3433, www.thehistoryhub.com

Every Thursday
Cookin' & Corks
Celebrate happy hour and then stay for the serene desert evening while indulging in a scrumptious catered dinner.
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: The Windmill Winery, 1140 W. Butte Ave.
Information:  (520) 858-6050, www.thewindmillwinery.com

 
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Saturday, January 21, 2012
Florence Woman’s Club Fashion Show
Fashion show and luncheon benefiting the Florence Woman’s Club.
Location:
Florence Woman’s Club, 231 N. Willow St.
Information:
(520) 868-8197

Saturday, February 11, 2012
27th Annual Tour of Historic Florence

Explore the history of one of Arizona’s oldest towns. The self-guided tour highlights the history and architecture of Florence dating back to Territorial days.

Time:
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location:
The tour begins at McFarland State Park, 24 W. Ruggles St. Free transportation provided to all sites.
Cost:
$12.00 Adults ($10.00 advance), Children 18/under are free. Group rates are available.
Information:
Florence Main Street Program (520) 868-4496, florencemainstreet.com

Sunday, February 12, 2012
30th Florence Prison Run

Time:
Party begins at 11 am
Location:
Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds - 4 miles south of Florence
Cost:
$20 per person (21 or older only)
Information:
602-570-0993; www.florenceprisonrun.com

March 10, 2012
Reel Kids Fishing Derby & Family Cookout

Enjoy a day of fishing, games, music and good food!

Time:
6pm - 8pm
Location:
Heritage Park, 600 N.  Main Street in downtown Florence
Cost:
Free
Information:
Parks and Recreation Department, (520)868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Thursday – Sunday, April 12 - 15, 2012
Country Thunder USA

Previous headliners have included Keith Urban, Kid Rock, and Miranda Lambert and Willie Nelson.

Location:
Canyon Moon Ranch, 20585 E. Price Road
Information & Tickets:
(520) 868-9711, www.countrythunder.com

Saturday, April 28, 2012
Warrior Dash

Warrior Dash is the ultimate event for thrill-seeking athletes. This running series is held on some of the nation's most demanding and unique terrain.

Location:
Canyon Moon Ranch, 20585 E. Price Road
Information & Tickets:
(312) 980-9983, www.warriordash.com
 

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 Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Florence Freedom Fest

Family Day events, Horseshoe Tournament, Florence “Fiery Salsa” challenge,  Red, White and Blue Family Parade, Pool activities, Entertainment, Vendors and Fireworks Show! 

Time:
All day
Location:
Heritage Park, 600 N. Main Street
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520) 868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Halloween Carnival

Dress up in your favorite costume and join the fun! Game booths, crafts, food vendors, costume and pumpkin carving contests are just a few of the activities that will be occurring on this spooky night.

Time:
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location:
Florence Little League Field, 8th Street.
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520) 868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Saturday & Sunday, November 22-23, 2012
80th Annual Florence Junior Parada

The Florence Junior Parada is the oldest sanctioned youth rodeo in the United States.  The weekend’s activities include the annual Saturday morning parade along Main Street followed by the rodeo on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.  

Time:
Parade: 10:00 am; Rodeo 1:00 pm
Location:
Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds located 3 miles south of Florence on Hwy 79
Cost:
$5.00 per carload
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520) 868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Friday, December 7, 2012
Christmas on Main Street & Holiday Light Parade

The festivities begin with the Holiday Light Parade of illuminated floats. Food, fun and games add to the festive music and entertainment on Main Street. 

Time:
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Holiday Light Parade begins at 6:00 pm
Location:
N. Main Street, Historic Downtown Florence
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520) 868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Saturday, January 19, 2013
Florence Woman’s Club Fashion Show

Fashion show and luncheon benefiting the Florence Woman’s Club.

Location:
Florence Woman’s Club, 231 N. Willow St.
Information:
(520) 868-8197
 

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 Saturday, February 9, 2013
28th Annual Tour of Historic Florence

Explore the history of one of Arizona’s oldest towns. The self-guided tour highlights the history and architecture of Florence dating back to Territorial days.

Time:
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location:
The tour begins at McFarland State Park, 24 W. Ruggles Street. Free transportation provided to all sites.
Cost:
$12.00 Adults ($10.00 advance), Children 18 and under are free. Group rates are available.
Information:
Florence Main Street Program (520) 868-4496, florencemainstreet.com

Sunday, February 10, 2013
30th Florence Prison Run

Time:
Party begins at 11 am
Location:
Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds - 4 miles south of Florence
Cost:
$20 per person (21 or older only)
Information:
602-570-0993; www.florenceprisonrun.com

March 2013
Reel Kids Fishing Derby & Family Cookout

Enjoy a day of fishing, games, music and good food!

Time:
6pm - 8pm
Location:
Heritage Park, 600 N.  Main Street in downtown Florence
Cost:
Free
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520)868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Thursday – Sunday, April 11 - 14, 2013
Country Thunder USA

Previous headliners have included Keith Urban, Kid Rock, and Miranda Lambert and Willie Nelson.

Location:
Canyon Moon Ranch, 20585 E. Price Road
Information & Tickets:
(520) 868-9711, www.countrythunder.com

Saturday-Sunday, April 2013
Warrior Dash

Warrior Dash is the ultimate event for thrill-seeking athletes. This running series is held on some of the nation's most demanding and unique terrain.

Location:
Canyon Moon Ranch, 20585 E. Price Road
Information & Tickets:
(312) 980-9983, www.warriordash.com  
 

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Thursday, July 4, 2013
Florence Freedom Fest

Family Day events, Horseshoe Tournament, Florence “Fiery Salsa” challenge,  Red, White and Blue Family Parade, Pool activities, Entertainment, Vendors and Fireworks Show
Time: All day
Location:
Heritage Park, 600 N. Main Street
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520) 868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Thursday, October 31, 2013
Halloween Carnival

Dress up in your favorite costume and join the fun! Game booths, crafts, food vendors, costume and pumpkin carving contests are just a few of the activities that will be occurring on this spooky night.

Time:
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location:
Florence Little League Field, 8th Street.
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520) 868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Saturday & Sunday, November 30 – December 1, 2013
81st Annual Florence Junior Parada

The Florence Junior Parada is the oldest sanctioned youth rodeo in the United States.  The weekend’s activities include the annual Saturday morning parade along Main Street followed by the rodeo on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.  

Time:
Parade: 10:00 am; Rodeo 1:00 pm
Location:
Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds located 3 miles south of Florence on Hwy 79
Cost:
$5.00 per carload
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520) 868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

Friday, December 6, 2013
Christmas on Main Street & Holiday Light Parade

The festivities begin with the Holiday Light Parade of illuminated floats. Food, fun and games add to the festive music and entertainment on Main Street. 

Time:
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Holiday Light Parade begins at 6:00 pm
Location:
N. Main Street, Historic Downtown Florence
Information:
Florence Parks and Recreation, (520) 868-7589, www.florenceaz.gov

 

 
 
 

 

 

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