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Free flagship event takes place all day at Hance Park on Saturday, November 7Local First Arizona’s <a href="https://localfirstaz.com/fall-fest" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Certified Local Fall Festival</a> returns to Margaret T. Hance Park on Saturday, November 7, 2026, celebrating the festival's 20th anniversary. For two decades, this signature event has brought together thousands of attendees for a day of local shopping, food, entertainment and community celebration in the heart of downtown Phoenix.
As Arizona's largest celebration of Certified Local businesses, the Fall Festival has won several Best of the Valley awards, connecting shoppers with more than 250 Arizona businesses. Attendees can anticipate handmade goods and artisan products to locally made food, beverages and gifts. The festival is an opportunity to discover new local favorites while experiencing exciting activities that bring joy and create memories for families and friends together - while building a stronger connection to your community.&nbsp;
“The 2026 Fall Festival is considered a must-attend event for everyone who loves Arizona and discovering new locally-owned businesses," says Kimber Lanning, Local First Arizona’s Founder and CEO.&nbsp; “It is the staple that ties communities together through allowing champions of Arizona to celebrate the local businesses that make our state a place we want to live in.”&nbsp;
As the 20 Year Anniversary of being Certified Local, Local First is bringing out all the stops to provide attendees with an experience they can’t get anywhere else.

This year's thrilling festival will pop with interactive ways to explore your community, special offerings from businesses never provided before, a fresh slate of the best businesses in Arizona, something for everyone in the family to enjoy, and the best way to wow others who are new to localism.&nbsp;

This year the event will feature:

<ul><li>An expanded Beverage Garden featuring curated food options from breweries and hand-selected local restaurants. Sip from 30+ of Arizona’s best breweries, wineries and distillers, then grab some local bites while catching live music. </li><li>The Localist Activity Zone, presented by Vantage West Credit Union. Experience a dash of nostalgia and excitement through a variety of activities including kite making, bubble soccer, musical chairs and disposable cameras to entertain the whole family. </li><li>An all-new way to to find local goods and services - The LocalistAZ App. Local First will be launching a new tool to find locally owned places, products and services minus national chains and corporations. </li><li>A live community mural will be showcased by Mr. Downtown Phoenix - and everyone plays a part. Contribute to a 24-foot live painting experience by adding your own splash to this special art piece to celebrate Arizona. </li></ul>
<ul><li>The fun goes all day - check out the Cowtown Skateboards activation with education about skating and tricks displayed throughout the day on local skate ramps. </li></ul>
<ul><li>Bark Park: A special dog park experience with a picturesque white picket fence for your photos, a pup hydration station and vendors offering dog treats. Dog adoptions will be available from local rescue shelters. </li></ul>
<ul><li>Long standing restaurants offering specials to every attendee - including pizza slices from Spinato’s Pizzeria with a chance to win gift cards and prizes throughout the day. </li><li>Calling all Movie Lovers! Harkins Theatres will be on site serving up Arizona’s favorite theater popcorn and your favorite life-sized movie characters for photo opps. </li><li>¡Bienvenidos al Mercado! Fuerza Local and Amor Collective will showcase an experience of Latino entrepreneurs in a special pop-up at the festival. Experience culture, flavors and community! </li><li>Who said entrepreneurship is just for adults? Check out the children’s entrepreneurship zone featuring two dozen businesses owned by Arizona’s next generation.</li></ul>
Attendees won’t want to miss our Festival Marketplace to browse vendor booths for a little retail therapy, learn more about what Arizona has to offer, indulge in a variety of sweet or savory treats and so much more! 


For more information about the Arizona Fall Festival, visit <a href="https://www.localfirstaz.com/fall-fest" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">localfirstaz.com/fall-fest</a>. About Local First Arizona

Local First Arizona is a nonprofit organization fiercely dedicated to driving inclusive community and economic development throughout Arizona. Its work shapes the future of Arizona by advocating that every individual and community deserves the opportunity to thrive, and that entrepreneurship is at the core of any lasting economy. In rural, Tribal, suburban and urban communities across the state, Local First Arizona is delivering resources to ensure a future focused on economic opportunity for all.
&nbsp;Follow <a href="https://localfirstaz.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Local First Arizona</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/localfirstaz/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/local-first-arizona" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/LocalFirstArizona" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LocalFirstAZ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://localfirstaz.com/azerc-subscribe" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">subscribe to the newsletter</a> to receive regular updates on programs.

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The Arizona National Livestock Show is the largest livestock show in the Southwest, an annual Phoenix tradition since 1948.
Exhibitors and their families travel from more than 39 states for the annual Livestock Show held between Christmas and New Year’s on the Arizona State Fairgrounds, bringing over 4.200 head of the nation’s best cattle, sheep, goats, swine and horses for competition.
In addition to the livestock competition, youth compete in public speaking and creed speaking contests along with livestock judging and skill-a-thon competitions.
On Cattlemen’s Day, men and women from across the state gather for fellowship and spirited competition during the Arizona National Ranch Rodeo, Ranch Replacement Heifer and Commercial Bull Show and Sale and Stockdog Competition.
Bring the young buckaroos for The Farm Experience, an interactive glimpse into the agricultural lifestyle where they can enjoy the experience of riding a wooly sheep or roping a goat.
Contact Tyler Grandil, Executive Director at <a href="mailto:information@aznational.org">information@aznational.org</a> or 602-258-8568 for more information.

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Mastercraft Expert Roofing

Mastercraft Expert Roofing is a professional roofing contractor based in Scottsdale, Arizona, serving residential and commercial clients throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area. Located at 16099 N 82nd Street, the company specializes in providing comprehensive roofing solutions, including inspections, repairs, replacements, and new installations for a variety of property types. The team possesses deep expertise in Arizona climate-specific roofing, offering specialized services such as tile roof re-felting, asphalt shingle installation, and foam roofing systems designed to withstand extreme desert heat and monsoon storms. By focusing on high-quality workmanship and durable materials, they ensure that every roofing system is built to provide long-term protection and performance for local homes and businesses. Customers can expect a transparent, no-pressure experience, as the company maintains a strict no-sales-team policy to ensure honest assessments and recommendations. With ROC licensure (#361656) and a commitment to having a managed crew on-site for the duration of every project, Mastercraft Expert Roofing prioritizes clear communication and meticulous attention to detail from the initial free inspection to the final cleanup.

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Artemis Adolescent Healing Center is an AZDHS and Joint Commission-accredited teen behavioral health treatment facility in Tucson, Arizona, serving adolescents and families seeking clinically guided support for mental health concerns, substance use, and co-occurring challenges. With offices at 6599 N Oracle Rd, Suite B, Artemis provides a structured, compassionate environment designed specifically for teens, with individualized treatment planning, evidence-based therapies, licensed clinical support, and family-centered guidance. The program supports teens experiencing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, behavioral challenges, alcohol or drug use, and dual diagnosis needs. At Artemis, care options include residential inpatient rehab programs, partial hospitalization day programming (PHP), intensive outpatient programming (IOP), outpatient support, and continuing care planning, allowing families to access an appropriate level of support based on their clinical needs and goals in reaching out for support. Artemis emphasizes safety, privacy, emotional stabilization, healthy routines, and long-term recovery skills. Treatment is designed to help teens build coping strategies, improve communication, strengthen family relationships, and move toward greater stability at home, in school, and in daily life. Families can contact the compassionate Admissions staff at Artemis Adolescent Healing Center at any time for confidential admissions guidance, insurance verification, and help determining whether the program is an appropriate fit for their teen. All calls are confidential, and Artemis encourages parents and families of struggling teens and adolescents to reach out for supportive options today.

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