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

Promoting Heritage Tourism, the Environment, and the Economic Vitality of the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area

Each year more than 250,000 people visit Yuma to experience the sights, sounds, tastes, and heritage of this very unique and historic place.  Explore the Heritage Festivals Web site and find out more about what we do and the many exciting activities going on at the Yuma Crossing.

Yuma's Historic Main Street is home to many of the activities within the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area

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Complete Events Calendar available here.

Our Annual Festivals

Heritage Festivals sponsors five 3-day major festivals as well as other 1-day events within the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area each Winter Season.  These Festivals feature activities for all ages and attract thousands of visitors into Yuma's historic Downtown and the Heritage Area.

"Electric Light Parade"
December 11, 2009

 

Old Town Jubilee 2010
January 8th, 9th & 10th, 2010

All three blocks of Main Street are filled with crafters, specialty foods, and strolling entertainment along with activities for the kids. For more information call 928-782-5712.

Yuma Lettuce Days 2010
January 22rd, 23th & 24th, 2010

'The State's only festival featuring the "Winter Lettuce Capitol of the World". Produce, educational and Arizona grown displays. Come check us out ! You will be amazed at the commodities Yuma Arizona offers. Admission is free to the public. There will also be the Art & Craft Festival with entertainment on many different stages during the event. Bring the kids and participate in the games and get a look at all the farm equipment on display. Come see the Southwest's Longest Salad Bar and Free AG Tours! For more information call 928-782-5712.

Yuma River Daze 2010
February 12th, 13th, & 14th, 2010

For more information call 928-782-5712.

Yuma Crossing Day 2009
February 13th, 2010

For more information call 928-782-5712.

March Breezes On Main
March 12th, 13th & 14th, 2010

This is the last of our 5 Heritage Festival 3 day events. There will be continuous entertainment on all 3 days. Great shopping and fun for the kids. WATCH THIS SPACE FOR MORE NEWS!!!!!!