Upcoming Yuma Events
Concerts, festivals, comedy and family fun around Yuma, updated every week.
Thursday Night Football AT A SWANKY PLACE!
Every Thursday (5:15 PM)
Jonny Porter and Nichole Roedder host the What’s Up Yuma Thursday Night Football Party at A Swanky Place, 3950 W 24th St, every week of the season. Kickoff is at 5:15 PM, with drink specials all night and raffles and giveaways during the game. Keep showing up through the season for a chance at a big screen TV, plus perfect attendance giveaways. Get there early if you want a good seat.
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Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch
Oct 9-25, 2026
Champion Church’s Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch is back for three weekends in October. Bring the kids out for a hayride, get lost in the hay maze, grab some face paint and pick out the perfect pumpkin to take home. It’s open 6 to 9 PM on Fridays and Saturdays and 6 to 8 PM on Sundays. Admission is $5, and kids 3 and under get in free.
foothills par 3 night golf
Tuesday-Saturday Nights, starting Oct 13, 2026 (6-9 PM)
Night golf is back at Foothills Par 3 starting Tuesday, October 13. The course lights up Tuesday through Saturday from 6 to 9 PM, so you can play after the heat of the day is gone. Food and drinks are available, with sandwiches, pizza and snacks from the deli and beer, wine and cocktails from the bar. It’s a fun night out whether you golf a lot or barely at all, and it works for a date or a group of friends.
Soulfly and Nailbomb
Wednesday, 14 Oct, 2026 (Doors 5:30 PM)
Soulfly doesn’t come through Yuma every day. Max Cavalera’s band headlines Arizona Market Place on a Wednesday night, with Nailbomb, Incite, Beg For Life, Skin Ticket and Del Abysmo filling out the bill. It’s an all-ages show, doors open at 5:30 PM, and general admission is about $31. Bring earplugs if you plan on standing up front.
yuma county fall fest
Oct 16-18, 2026
Celebrate the season at the 5th Annual Yuma County Fall Fest, taking place October 16 through 18 at the Yuma County Fairgrounds. The three-day event features live entertainment, strolling performers, food and commercial vendors, carnival attractions, creative activities, pumpkin carving, and a demolition derby.
Admission tickets are sold separately from carnival ride tickets. Children ages five and younger receive free admission.
Yuma Nightmares Haunted Attraction
Oct 16-31, 2026 (7-10 PM)
Yuma Nightmares is the big haunted attraction out in the county, at 15485 S Avenue 4E near County 15½. It runs Friday and Saturday nights from October 16 through Halloween, 7 to 10 PM, with last entry at 9:30. Tickets are $16 to $18 at the gate. Proceeds go to the 4th Avenue Gym Foundation. Wear closed-toe shoes for the sand, and know that it may be a little intense for kids 12 and under.
GLOW UP OCTOBER 5K
Saturday, 17 Oct, 2026
Light up the night and join us for the Glow Up October 5K Run! Grab your friends and family and get ready for an evening run under the lights.
Prison to prison beer run
Saturday, 17 Oct, 2026
The third annual Prison to Prison Beer Run returns Saturday, October 17, with a 1.9-kilometer course beginning at Prison Hill Brewing Company, continuing to the Yuma Territorial Prison, and returning to the brewery for an after-party. Registration includes three drinks, light breakfast options, live music, awards, and food and beverage specials.
Participants must be 21 or older. Registration is $65 per person or $240 for a team of four. Proceeds support the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area.
Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat
Saturday, 17 Oct, 2026 (5-8 PM)
The Strong Beginnings Project is holding a sensory-friendly trunk or treat so kids with autism and other special needs can enjoy Halloween at their own pace. Families can walk the lot at 2741 S. 8th Ave. for candy and tabletop activities, and $5 punch cards add more. Want to host a trunk? Car registration is $20, and there’s a prize for the best decorated car.
Yes And, Yuma Improv Jam
Oct 17 & 24, 2026 (12-2 PM)
Yes And, Yuma is a free improv jam from Eat the Orange Improv at the Yuma Library Main Branch, on Saturday, October 17 and Saturday, October 24 from noon to 2 PM. Each session runs two hours of classic improv games with hands-on coaching, so it works whether you’ve done improv before or have never been on a stage. Come play, meet people, and get a taste of what the Improv 101 course covers.
Custom Truck Fest
Saturday, 17 Oct, 2026 (10 AM-4 PM)
Arizona C10 to Yuma hosts its Custom Truck Fest on Saturday, Oct 17, in the old Sears parking lot at 3150 S. 4th Ave. Show trucks roll in from 7 to 10 AM, and the show runs 10 AM to 4 PM. All trucks are welcome, and the top 20 take home awards. Pre-register at 4 Lokos. There’s food and drinks for the whole family, and proceeds go to the Aztecs baseball team.
Improv Show at The Lemon Grove
Thursday, 22 Oct, 2026 (6 PM)
Eat the Orange Improv brings a free improv comedy show to The Lemon Grove, 4200 E County 12th St, on Thursday, October 22 at 6 PM. Every scene is made up on the spot, often from audience suggestions, so no two shows are ever the same. Bring a friend and a lawn chair, grab a Dole Whip from The Lemon Grove, and settle in for an easy evening of laughs out in the county.
Friday Night Funnies
Friday, 23 Oct, 2026 (7 PM)
Z Fun Factory’s comedy night is back with three local comics: Juan Garcia, Hans Hilton and Adam Jacobo. Doors open at 5:30 PM, so there’s time to grab food before the show starts at 7. It runs about two hours and it’s all ages. Tickets are $10 to $15.
Trunk or Treat Around Yuma
Oct 23 & 28, 2026
Two easy ways to fill a candy bag this year. On Friday, Oct 23, RE/MAX Territory on 4th Avenue hosts a storybook-themed trunk or treat from 5 to 8 PM, with a free photo booth and ice treats. The next Wednesday, Exceptional Community Hospital on Araby Road has candy trunks and a CareFlight helicopter the kids can take pictures with, from 5:30 to 8 PM.
The Rocky Horror Show, Live on Stage
Oct. 23-24, 2026
Yuma Community Theater takes the stage at the Historic Yuma Theatre with Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, the cult-classic musical performed live. Dig out your fishnets and glitter for the costume contest at 7:45 PM, then sing along to the Time Warp when the curtain goes up at 8. Every ticket comes with an official prop bag. Doors open at 7 PM, and the show is for ages 18 and up.
Mayor’s international bike ride
Saturday, October 24, 2026
(Check-in 7 AM)
Celebrate 10 years of the Mayors’ International Bike Ride on Saturday, October 24! This free, family-friendly ride brings cyclists of all levels together for a scenic trip from Yuma through our border communities to San Luis Río Colorado. The ride begins at 8 AM at Desert Hills Golf Course, with rest stops along the way. Bring your bike, helmet, and proper travel documents if you plan to cross into Mexico.
Día de los Muertos
Saturday, 24 Oct, 2026 (5-10 PM)
The sixth annual Día de los Muertos fills Colorado River State Historic Park with folklórico dancers, mariachi, the Chavez Family Band and Amor Prohibido as the headliner. Come dressed for the Catrina Contest, or build an altar for someone you’ve lost and enter the altar contest, with prizes up to $400. Tickets are $10 to $15. Buy them online ahead of time and you’ll skip the line at the gate.
Improv 101 Certification Course
Tuesdays, Oct 27-Nov 24, 2026 (6-8 PM)
Improv 101 is a five-week course for anyone who wants to think faster, listen better and get comfortable saying yes to the unexpected. Classes meet Tuesdays from 6 to 8 PM, October 27 through November 24, at the Yuma Center for Spiritual Living, 781 S 2nd Ave. You’ll learn through games and scenes, no experience needed, and finish with a certificate and a graduation performance. The suggested donation is $275, scholarships are available, and spots are limited.
Adult Halloween Party at Z Fun Factory
Friday, 30 Oct, 2026 (10 PM, 21+)
Z Fun Factory hosts its 7th Annual Adult Halloween Party from 10 PM to 2 AM. Admission is $5 and includes a complimentary jello shot. DJ Goist plays all night, and the best costume wins $500 in cash. This one is strictly 21+, so bring a valid physical ID.
Bizarre Brewers Ball at High Tanks
Saturday, 31 Oct, 2026 (4 PM)
High Tanks Brewing Company opens its season with the Bizarre Brewers Ball on Halloween. The party starts at 4 PM at the brewery, 13589 S Avenue 25E in Wellton. Come in costume for the costume contest, and dress up your dog for its own contest too. Spooky tunes set the mood while you sip a fresh pour. It’s about a 35-minute drive east of Yuma.
Somerton Corn Festival
Saturday, 7 Nov, 2026
The Somerton Corn Festival 2026 will celebrate local agriculture with live music, corn-inspired foods, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities. Corn Festival hours are 12 PM-11 PM. The MiVida Custom Car Show times are 12 PM-5 PM; roll-in is 8 AM-11 AM. Over 50 categories, including custom cars, lowriders, bombs, vicas, pedal cars, and bicycles.
The car show is free to the public.
Concrete and Jerry Garcia That’s Not Me Comedy Tour
Saturday, 7 Nov, 2026
Concrete and Jerry Garcia are back at the Yuma Theatre with fun, music, and storytelling for a night of unforgettable entertainment. Concrete (Cristian Gutierrez) is a San Fernando Valley-born entertainer known for hip-hop, viral sketches, filmmaking, and stand-up comedy. And Jerry Garcia is a nationally recognized comedian with HBO and Netflix credits, co-host of the “American Wannabes” podcast, and noted for witty, relatable comedy drawn from personal life, relationships, and family experiences
Yumacon 2026
November 7-8, 2026
YumaCon returns November 7 and 8 at the Yuma Civic Center for a two-day celebration of comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, and pop culture. Attend panels, play video and tabletop games, explore the vendor hall, meet special guests, and connect with fellow fans from across the region.
Ticket information and the complete event schedule will be announced soon. Children ages six and younger receive free admission, and attendees ages 14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Colorado River Crossing Balloon Festival
Nov 13-15, 2026
Set an alarm for this one. Hot air balloons go up at sunrise all three mornings, and on Saturday night the Desert Balloon Glow lights up the tethered balloons in time to music. Last year, a canned food donation got you into the morning launches. Check the Caballeros de Yuma page for this year’s location and times before you head out.
Home in One Golf Tournament for Veterans
Saturday, 14 Nov, 2026 (Shotgun 8 AM)
The Realty Agency’s Home in One golf tournament tees off at Desert Hills Golf Course, 1245 W Desert Hills Dr., and all proceeds go to VFW Post 1763. Check-in starts at 7 AM with an 8 AM shotgun start. Entry is $125 per player or $500 per team and includes a cart, lunch and skins, plus longest drive, closest to the pin and a hole-in-one prize. Only the first 32 teams get in, and registration closes October 30.
San Luis Film Festival
Nov 17-20, 2026
The San Luis Film Festival hits 15 years this November. Screenings run Nov 17 and 18 at PPEP Tech High School and Nov 19 and 20 at Eddie’s Food & Drink, with films from around the border region and beyond. It’s a short drive south, and a good way to support a festival that has kept going in our corner of Arizona for a decade and a half.
North End Art Walk
Saturday, November 21, 2026
The 14th annual Yuma North End Art Walk is back in Historic Downtown Yuma with another fun and eclectic evening featuring local Yuma artists. The event provides a wonderful opportunity for participants to visit the great businesses downtown and mingle with artists as they exhibit their works lining Main Street. Save the Date! Artist registration opens on Sept. 1st, 2026.
YFL 9: Yuma Fight League
Saturday, 5 Dec, 2026 (Doors 3:30 PM)
Small town, big fights! YFL 9 brings a full card of amateur and pro MMA to the new Cocopah Event Center in Somerton. Doors open at 3:30 PM and the first fight starts at 4. General admission is about $50 online and $61 on fight day, and cageside tables seat 4 or 8. It’s all ages, and kids 5 and under get in free.
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Every Thursday (5:15 PM)
Jonny Porter and Nichole Roedder host the What’s Up Yuma Thursday Night Football Party at A Swanky Place, 3950 W 24th St, every week of the season. Kickoff is at 5:15 PM, with drink specials all night and raffles and giveaways during the game. Keep showing up through the season for a chance at a big screen TV, plus perfect attendance giveaways. Get there early if you want a good seat.
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Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch
Oct 9-25, 2026
Champion Church’s Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch is back for three weekends in October. Bring the kids out for a hayride, get lost in the hay maze, grab some face paint and pick out the perfect pumpkin to take home. It’s open 6 to 9 PM on Fridays and Saturdays and 6 to 8 PM on Sundays. Admission is $5, and kids 3 and under get in free.
Foothills Par 3 Night Golf
Tuesday-Saturday Nights, starting Oct 13, 2026 (6-9 PM)
Night golf is back at Foothills Par 3 starting Tuesday, October 13. The course lights up Tuesday through Saturday from 6 to 9 PM, so you can play after the heat of the day is gone. Food and drinks are available, with sandwiches, pizza and snacks from the deli and beer, wine and cocktails from the bar. It’s a fun night out whether you golf a lot or barely at all, and it works for a date or a group of friends.
Soulfly and Nailbomb
Wednesday, 14 Oct, 2026 (Doors 5:30 PM)
Soulfly doesn’t come through Yuma every day. Max Cavalera’s band headlines Arizona Market Place on a Wednesday night, with Nailbomb, Incite, Beg For Life, Skin Ticket and Del Abysmo filling out the bill. It’s an all-ages show, doors open at 5:30 PM, and general admission is about $31. Bring earplugs if you plan on standing up front.
Yuma County fall fest
October 16-18, 2026
Celebrate the season at the 5th Annual Yuma County Fall Fest, taking place October 16 through 18 at the Yuma County Fairgrounds. The three-day event features live entertainment, strolling performers, food and commercial vendors, carnival attractions, creative activities, pumpkin carving, and a demolition derby.
Admission tickets are sold separately from carnival ride tickets. Children ages five and younger receive free admission.
Yuma Nightmares Haunted Attraction
Oct 16-31, 2026 (7-10 PM)
Yuma Nightmares is the big haunted attraction out in the county, at 15485 S Avenue 4E near County 15½. It runs Friday and Saturday nights from October 16 through Halloween, 7 to 10 PM, with last entry at 9:30. Tickets are $16 to $18 at the gate. Proceeds go to the 4th Avenue Gym Foundation. Wear closed-toe shoes for the sand, and know that it may be a little intense for kids 12 and under.
GLOW UP OCTOBER 5K
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Light up the night at the Glow Up October 5K Run! Bring your friends and family to Ray Kroc Exhibition Stadium on Saturday, October 17, for an evening run under the lights. The event runs from 6 to 9 PM. Registration is $30 for adults and free for youth ages 17 and under.
Prison to Prison beer run
Saturday, October 17, 2026
The third annual Prison to Prison Beer Run returns Saturday, October 17, with a 1.9-kilometer course beginning at Prison Hill Brewing Company, continuing to the Yuma Territorial Prison, and returning to the brewery for an after-party. Registration includes three drinks, light breakfast options, live music, awards, and food and beverage specials.
Participants must be 21 or older. Registration is $65 per person or $240 for a team of four. Proceeds support the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area.
Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat
Saturday, 17 Oct, 2026 (5-8 PM)
The Strong Beginnings Project is holding a sensory-friendly trunk or treat so kids with autism and other special needs can enjoy Halloween at their own pace. Families can walk the lot at 2741 S. 8th Ave. for candy and tabletop activities, and $5 punch cards add more. Want to host a trunk? Car registration is $20, and there’s a prize for the best decorated car.
Yes And, Yuma Improv Jam
Oct 17 & 24, 2026 (12-2 PM)
Yes And, Yuma is a free improv jam from Eat the Orange Improv at the Yuma Library Main Branch, on Saturday, October 17 and Saturday, October 24 from noon to 2 PM. Each session runs two hours of classic improv games with hands-on coaching, so it works whether you’ve done improv before or have never been on a stage. Come play, meet people, and get a taste of what the Improv 101 course covers.
Custom Truck Fest
Saturday, 17 Oct, 2026 (10 AM-4 PM)
Arizona C10 to Yuma hosts its Custom Truck Fest on Saturday, Oct 17, in the old Sears parking lot at 3150 S. 4th Ave. Show trucks roll in from 7 to 10 AM, and the show runs 10 AM to 4 PM. All trucks are welcome, and the top 20 take home awards. Pre-register at 4 Lokos. There’s food and drinks for the whole family, and proceeds go to the Aztecs baseball team.
Improv Show at The Lemon Grove
Thursday, 22 Oct, 2026 (6 PM)
Eat the Orange Improv brings a free improv comedy show to The Lemon Grove, 4200 E County 12th St, on Thursday, October 22 at 6 PM. Every scene is made up on the spot, often from audience suggestions, so no two shows are ever the same. Bring a friend and a lawn chair, grab a Dole Whip from The Lemon Grove, and settle in for an easy evening of laughs out in the county.
Friday Night Funnies
Friday, 23 Oct, 2026 (7 PM)
Z Fun Factory’s comedy night is back with three local comics: Juan Garcia, Hans Hilton and Adam Jacobo. Doors open at 5:30 PM, so there’s time to grab food before the show starts at 7. It runs about two hours and it’s all ages. Tickets are $10 to $15.
Trunk or Treat Around Yuma
Oct 23 & 28, 2026
Two easy ways to fill a candy bag this year. On Friday, Oct 23, RE/MAX Territory on 4th Avenue hosts a storybook-themed trunk-or-treat from 5 to 8 PM, with a free photo booth and ice treats. The next Wednesday, Exceptional Community Hospital on Araby Road has candy trunks and a CareFlight helicopter the kids can take pictures with, from 5:30 to 8 PM.
The Rocky Horror Show, Live on Stage
Oct. 23-24, 2026
Yuma Community Theater takes the stage at the Historic Yuma Theatre with Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, the cult-classic musical performed live. Dig out your fishnets and glitter for the costume contest at 7:45 PM, then sing along to the Time Warp when the curtain goes up at 8. Every ticket comes with an official prop bag. Doors open at 7 PM, and the show is for ages 18 and up.
Mayor’s International Bike Ride
Saturday, October 24, 2026
(Check-in 7 AM)
Celebrate 10 years of the Mayors’ International Bike Ride on Saturday, October 24! This free, family-friendly ride brings cyclists of all levels together for a scenic trip from Yuma through our border communities to San Luis Río Colorado. The ride begins at 8 AM at Desert Hills Golf Course, with rest stops along the way. Bring your bike, helmet, and proper travel documents if you plan to cross into Mexico.
Día de los Muertos
Saturday, 24 Oct, 2026 (5-10 PM)
The sixth annual Día de los Muertos fills Colorado River State Historic Park with folklórico dancers, mariachi, the Chavez Family Band and Amor Prohibido as the headliner. Come dressed for the Catrina Contest, or build an altar for someone you’ve lost and enter the altar contest, with prizes up to $400. Tickets are $10 to $15. Buy them online ahead of time and you’ll skip the line at the gate.
Improv 101 Certification Course
Tuesdays, Oct 27-Nov 24, 2026 (6-8 PM)
Improv 101 is a five-week course for anyone who wants to think faster, listen better and get comfortable saying yes to the unexpected. Classes meet Tuesdays from 6 to 8 PM, October 27 through November 24, at the Yuma Center for Spiritual Living, 781 S 2nd Ave. You’ll learn through games and scenes, no experience needed, and finish with a certificate and a graduation performance. The suggested donation is $275, scholarships are available, and spots are limited.
Adult Halloween Party at Z Fun Factory
Friday, 30 Oct, 2026 (10 PM, 21+)
Z Fun Factory hosts its 7th Annual Adult Halloween Party from 10 PM to 2 AM. Admission is $5 and includes a complimentary jello shot. DJ Goist plays all night, and the best costume wins $500 in cash. This one is strictly 21+, so bring a valid physical ID.
Bizarre Brewers Ball at High Tanks
Saturday, 31 Oct, 2026 (4 PM)
High Tanks Brewing Company opens its season with the Bizarre Brewers Ball on Halloween. The party starts at 4 PM at the brewery, 13589 S Avenue 25E in Wellton. Come in costume for the costume contest, and dress up your dog for its own contest too. Spooky tunes set the mood while you sip a fresh pour. It’s about a 35-minute drive east of Yuma.
Somerton Corn Festival
Saturday, November 7, 2026
The Somerton Corn Festival 2026 will celebrate local agriculture with live music, corn-inspired foods, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities. Corn Festival hours are 12 PM-11 PM. The MiVida Custom Car Show times are 12 PM-5 PM; roll-in is 8 AM-11 AM. Over 50 categories, including custom cars, lowriders, bombs, vicas, pedal cars, and bicycles. The car show is free to the public.
Concrete and Jerry Garcia That’s Not Me Comedy Tour
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Concrete and Jerry Garcia are back at the Yuma Theatre with fun, music, and storytelling for a night of unforgettable entertainment. Concrete (Cristian Gutierrez) is a San Fernando Valley-born entertainer known for hip-hop, viral sketches, filmmaking, and stand-up comedy. And Jerry Garcia is a nationally recognized comedian with HBO and Netflix credits, co-host of the “American Wannabes” podcast, and noted for witty, relatable comedy drawn from personal life, relationships, and family experiences.
yumacon 2026
November 7-8, 2026
YumaCon returns November 7 and 8 at the Yuma Civic Center for a two-day celebration of comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, and pop culture. Attend panels, play video and tabletop games, explore the vendor hall, meet special guests, and connect with fellow fans from across the region.
Ticket information and the complete event schedule will be announced soon. Children ages six and younger receive free admission, and attendees ages 14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Colorado River Crossing Balloon Festival
Nov 13-15, 2026
Set an alarm for this one. Hot air balloons go up at sunrise all three mornings, and on Saturday night the Desert Balloon Glow lights up the tethered balloons in time to music. Last year, a canned food donation got you into the morning launches. Check the Caballeros de Yuma page for this year’s location and times before you head out.
Home in One Golf Tournament for Veterans
Saturday, 14 Nov, 2026 (Shotgun 8 AM)
The Realty Agency’s Home in One golf tournament tees off at Desert Hills Golf Course, 1245 W Desert Hills Dr., and all proceeds go to VFW Post 1763. Check-in starts at 7 AM with an 8 AM shotgun start. Entry is $125 per player or $500 per team and includes a cart, lunch and skins, plus longest drive, closest to the pin and a hole-in-one prize. Only the first 32 teams get in, and registration closes October 30.
San Luis Film Festival
Nov 17-20, 2026
The San Luis Film Festival hits 15 years this November. Screenings run Nov 17 and 18 at PPEP Tech High School and Nov 19 and 20 at Eddie’s Food & Drink, with films from around the border region and beyond. It’s a short drive south, and a good way to support a festival that has kept going in our corner of Arizona for a decade and a half.
North End Art Walk
Saturday, November 21, 2026
The 14th annual Yuma North End Art Walk is back in Historic Downtown Yuma with another fun and eclectic evening featuring local Yuma artists. The event provides a wonderful opportunity for participants to visit the great businesses downtown and mingle with artists as they exhibit their works lining Main Street. Save the Date! Artist registration opens on Sept. 1st, 2026.
YFL 9: Yuma Fight League
Saturday, 5 Dec, 2026 (Doors 3:30 PM)
Small town, big fights! YFL 9 brings a full card of amateur and pro MMA to the new Cocopah Event Center in Somerton. Doors open at 3:30 PM and the first fight starts at 4. General admission is about $50 online and $61 on fight day, and cageside tables seat 4 or 8. It’s all ages, and kids 5 and under get in free.
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