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Things to Do In Prescott, February 2022
In addition to an array of choices for performing art entertainment, Prescott is also an excellent place for an active lifestyle. You can kayak at Watson Lake, hike, bike, ride horses or quads in the National Forest, or play one of our many signature golf courses. We’re a very dog-friendly community, have a very vibrant downtown nightlife, and there’s fabulous shopping with boutiques, antique shops, artisans, and more. Prescott consistently ranks as one of the best places to retire; there are plenty of activities for all ages.
Below is information on a few of the award-winning productions Prescott has available this month!
Things to Do In Prescott, February 2022
- Prescott Pops Symphony | The Sound of Love
The Sound of Love
Yavapai College Performing Arts Center
Sunday, February 13, 2022, 3:00 pm
Purchase TicketsThere is no mistaking the musical strains of love as it conjures feelings of passion, beauty, excitement. Snuggle up with your favorite person as the Pops and guest performers sing and play a variety of selections from Rachmaninoff and music of the theater, to styles ranging from traditional to jazz. We are so thrilled to feature the talents of special guest, pianist Dr. Kristie Janczyk for her first performance with the Prescott Pops. You will LOVE her as she joins us to help make this a most special Valentine’s weekend!
- THE TEN TENORS: LOVE IS IN THE AIR
The Ten Tenors
Yavapai College Performing Arts Center
Friday, February 18, 2022, 7:00 pm
Buy TicketsThese ten talented voices – and YCPAC favorites – return to Prescott with a collection of classic, modern, upbeat and heartbreaking songs that capture the true spirit of love.
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Gypsy Soul
Thursday, February 17, 2022, 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Prescott Elks Performing Arts Center Ballroom
117 East Gurley Street, Prescott, AZ 86301
Buy Tickets“Gypsy Soul is gourmet music for music lovers.” – K-LOS Radio
“Their music stirs the soul and moves the spirit.” – PEOPLE MAGAZINE
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Chicago at the Findlay Toyota Center
February 20, 2022, 8:00 pm
Findlay Toyota Center
3201 N Main St, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Buy Tickets
This year marks Chicago’s 55th consecutive year of touring! Chicago is one of the longest-running and best-selling groups of all time and the highest charting American band in Billboard’s Hot 100 All-Time top Artists.
If you want more information on the Prescott area, give our BloomTree Realty office a call, we love to talk Prescott! 928-443-8800.
Top 5 Arizona Winter Activities
There’s no need to hibernate during the Winter in Arizona – in fact, there are many fun things to do! Here are our top five things to do in Arizona during the Winter:
Ski Arizona
Snowbowl Mountain is part of San Francisco Peaks in Flagstaff, Arizona. The ski resort is located on the southeast side of the mountain. This area usually receives a lot of snowfall, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. There are over 40 trails that range in difficulty from beginner to expert. There is also a terrain park for those who want to try their hand at some more challenging obstacles. More info: snowbowl.ski
Ice Skating in Prescott, Valley
One of the best places to enjoy a winter activity in Arizona is Prescott Valley. There you can enjoy a leisurely ice skating session at the Prescott Valley Event Center. The center has a 200-foot by 85-foot rink that is open to the public. Skate rental is available, but you can even bring your skates if you prefer!
The Prescott Valley Event Center isn’t the only place to ice skate in Arizona, but it is one of the most popular. If you’re looking for a more adventurous skating experience, try out the ice rink at Flagstaff’s Thorpe Park. At nearly 12,000 square feet, this rink is the largest in Northern Arizona.
No matter where you choose to go skating in Arizona, be sure to dress warmly. Ice skating is a fun way to stay active and enjoy the winter weather. There are also several ice skating rinks in the Phoenix area, including AZ Ice Arcadia, AZ Ice Peoria, and Skate Westgate Outdoor Ice Rink.
Go Tubin’ in the Snow!
What a great way to spend a winter day, tubing down a snow-covered hill in Arizona! There are a few locations around the state where you can enjoy this fun activity.
One popular spot is Mount Lemmon Ski Valley near Tucson. In addition to tubing, you can also ski and snowboard here. The season usually runs from November through March.
Another great option is Sunrise Park Resort in Greer. This resort offers tubing, skiing, and snowboarding. It’s open from December through April.
In Flagstaff, you have the Flagstaff Snow Park, located in Fort Tuthill County Park. The park offers multiple groomed snow tubing runs, unlimited commercial snow tube use, a groomed kiddie hill, outdoor fire pits, numerous food trucks, portable restrooms, and picnic tables. You need to purchase tickets in advance; no walk-up tickets are available. More information here.
Zoolights, Phoenix Zoo
Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo feature a dazzling display of more than a million lights transforming the zoo into a magical wonderland. There’s something for everyone to enjoy at this event, from children’s activities and live entertainment to delicious food and drinks.
Hiking Camelback Mountain, Phoenix, Arizona
Hiking Camelback Mountain is a popular winter activity in Arizona. The summit offers sweeping views of the Phoenix metropolitan area and the surrounding mountains. The trails are well-marked and range from easy to difficult, so everyone can hike. Be sure to bring plenty of water and sunscreen, as it can be hot and sunny on the mountain. There are also a few restaurants and cafes at the base of the mountain, so you can refuel after your hike.
Click here for more information on hiking Camelback Mountain.
Winter Sleigh Rides, Arizona
An activity taking place all Winter long in Flagstaff is a sleigh ride! A team of horses pulls the sleigh ride at Historic Hitchin’ Post Stables, and a guide will narrate a story while you travel through the Coconino National Forest.
Tickets for this ride should be booked well in advance as there are a limited number of seats. Be sure to dress warmly – temperatures can still get chilly at night!
These are just a few of the many fun things to do in Arizona during the Winter. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly activity or something more adventurous, Arizona has something to offer everyone. So please get out and enjoy all that our wonderful state has to offer.
We love to answer questions! Stop by our , say hi, and let us share more information about Arizona with you!
2021 Holiday Events in Prescott
Christmas in Prescott
Christmas in Prescott is a special time of year! The annual tree lighting, Acker Night, Christmas Parade, and the New Year’s Boot Drop combine to make a fantastic Christmas season.
Acker Night
December 10, 2021
- 4:55 – 5:00 Acker Night introduction Prescott Court House near Gurley Street
- 5:00 – 5:10 Prescott High School Choir
- 5:10 – 5:20 Liberty School Choir
- 5:20 – 5:25 Hallelujah Chorus
- 5:25 – 5:30 AZ Pipe & Drum
Music in the Streets of Prescott
Along with being a fun, family-friendly tradition, Acker Night combines participating downtown businesses with the support of hardworking musicians who donate their time and talents. Their mutual goal is to keep music alive and thriving for the youth of Prescott.
Funds raised on Acker Night provide scholarships for music lessons, instruments and local youth performing arts programs.
The J.S. Acker Music Park Association is a nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization.
“From 8 performers in 8 shops in 1988 to over 100 performers in over 100 shops today, Acker Night has become one of Prescott’s most beloved events.”
Find out where is everyone playing: Ackernight.com/acker-night-schedule
New Year’s Eve Whiskey Row Boot Drop
Ring in the New Year with the family at the 10th Annual Whiskey Row Boot Drop.
It is a free, family friendly event, no tickets or passes are required. Event runs from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Historic Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott, Arizona, will ring in the New Year with its 10th Annual Whiskey Row Boot Drop. A 6-foot illuminated boot will be lowered from the Palace building’s flagpole at 10 p.m. and midnight. Fireworks will also occur 10 p.m. and midnight! There will be live music, giveaways and food.
This year’s presenting sponsor is the Prescott Outpatient Surgical Center.
There are numerous restaurants on the historic Prescott square, but you can grab a quick bite at one of the fine vendors at the event – and eat on the street!
There is free parking on the corner of Sheldon St and Monteaume St in the Depot parking lot near Sprouts, in the Goodwin Plaza near Goodwin St and McCormick St, and the Prescott parking garage off of Granite Street.
More info: www.BootDrop.com
BloomTree Realty
The staff and realtors at BloomTree Realty want to wish you a safe Christmas Season and a Happy New Year! Stop by the office at 102 W. Gurley St and say ‘hi’! We would love to tell you more about Prescott!
BHGRE Proudly Supports Whiskey Row Marathon
Youth Sponsors
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate and BloomTree Realty are proud sponsors of this year’s Whiskey Row Marathon in downtown Prescott, Arizona! This year marks the 43rd year for the Whiskey Row Marathon.
Stop in and say ‘Hi’ to the BloomTree team at the booth at the finish line!
BHGRE BloomTree Realty has a couple of simple goals; deliver the best service possible to our clients and support important causes in the community in which we live. In short, we strive to be better and give back to our communities.
About the Marathon
The James Family Prescott YMCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, community-focused organization. The Whiskey Row Marathon is our largest fund raiser for program scholarships which help families in our community. Proceeds from this race go directly into the scholarship fund at the James Family Prescott YMCA to assist children and families in financial need to participate in child care, swimming lessons, youth sports and gymnastics classes.
Without your participation and the community support for the WRM Races, our local families in need may not have a chance to make sure that their children flourish, even in times of economic hardship.
Source: WhiskeyRowMarathon.com
Ways to Experience Prescott
If you are a Prescott resident or just visiting “Everybody’s Hometown”, there are some activities in and around Prescott that you may want to enjoy!
ELECTRIC BIKE LAKESIDE TOURS
Try a self-guided Lakeside tour. You will experience the beauty and serenity of “Watson Lake” as you make your way across the majestic “Granite Dells” through two of our most historic and famous trails:
“THE IRON KING TRAIL” or “THE PEAVINE TRAIL”. Both these trails are a One way in, One way out, so don’t worry you CAN’T get lost.
This service will bring the E-bikes to the Trailhead and pick them up when you are done.
What a fantastic way to enjoy the beauty of Prescott!
ENJOY DINNER AT THE RANCH
For more than 20 years, the Blazin’ M Ranch has provided visitors to Arizona an Old West experience to remember. It is more than dinner! It is a delicious BBQ followed by a toe-tappin’, knee-slappin’ hour-long Western stage production by award-winning musicians.
Arrive in plenty of time before dinner to enjoy the Western town featuring a museum, Old-Tyme photo studio, shooting gallery, ropin’ lessons, tractor pull, saloon, and Western shops that line the boardwalk.
Located in Cottonwood, Arizona.
EXPERIENCE WHISKEY ROW
Whiskey Row is full of some of Prescott’s oldest history. This street is named Whiskey Row because of the large number of saloons in one place. Whiskey Row developed after a fire in July of 1900 destroyed the entire block. When reconstructed, there were 40 saloons and bars rebuilt in the area.
This high number of saloons was primarily due to the gold rush culture that drew all kinds of settlers, cowboys, prospectors, bawdy girls, gamblers, and even outlaws to the town. Nowadays, Whiskey Row is known for its art galleries, candy shops, and its famous saloons. One stroll around this particular block would show you how full of life and history this town is!
EXPERIENCE AFRICA
Discover the wildlife park in Arizona called Out of Africa. It is one of the top Arizona zoos and is perfect for some family fun!
TIP: General admission is only $10 for each visit during the month of your birthday! Simply show a form of picture ID at the admissions window, like a driver’s license.
Some of the features at Out of Africa include:
Tiger Splash®
You’ve never seen anything like this before! Witness one or more Bengal and Siberian tigers interact in a predator-and-play relationship, romping and splashing in a large pool as they play with their caretakers and various colorful toys.
Predator Feed
Follow our animal caretakers on the Predator Feed as they throw 800 pounds of raw food to eagerly waiting carnivores. Plenty of opportunities to take amazing pictures while bears chow down, hyenas laugh, and lions roar.
African Bush Safari
No passport needed! You may be in Arizona, but you’ll feel like you’re in Africa when hitching a ride on your own African Bush Safari Tour, included with general admission. This 30-minute tour narrated by expert guides is a photographer’s dream.
ENJOY WESTERN ART
A great way to enjoy Prescott is to visit one of the many museums in the area. The Phippen Museum is an intimate museum exhibiting cowboy- and Native-American-themed works tracing the culture of the West.
Local artist and first president of the Cowboy Artists of America, George Phippen, passed away in 1965 at the age of 50 and never saw the museum that bears his name. But being a man dedicated to his Western art and supportive of others in like pursuit, he would no doubt be proud of the role the Phippen Museum plays today in the continued presentation, promotion and preservation of Art of the American West.
If you have questions about our beautiful area or are curious about moving to Prescott, give Better Homes and Gardens BloomTree Realty a call, they are Prescott Pros! (928) 443-8800.
Top Resorts and Spas in Phoenix
The Valley of the Sun!
Phoenix, Arizona, aka the Valley of the Sun, is a fantastic place to call home as well as a great place to enjoy time by the pool!
The Valley is known for its superior resorts and spas. If you want a little staycation, or maybe you have out-of-town guests coming for a visit, we have compiled a list of some of the top resort pools in Phoenix!
Phoenix Area Resorts and Spas
Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria
Hilton Phoenix, Resort at the Peak
Omni Scottsale Resort and Spa at Montelucia
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Gainey Ranch
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale
Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain
Phoenix Marriott Tempe at the Buttes
Visit Downtown Phoenix
You know the saying, “The best things come in the smallest packages”—Downtown Phoenix is an excellent testament to this sentiment. In an area that is just ten square miles, Downtown Central Phoenix packs in all the excitement and opportunity of any other major U.S. city, but in a much smaller package. There is seemingly no end to things to do, places to see, and experiences to be enjoyed in Downtown Phoenix. With a bustling downtown feel, Central Phoenix is busy with events and plenty of outdoor recreation—there’s something for everyone here! It’s also a great place to plant roots—offering outstanding career and business opportunities and even charming historical homes and thriving urban neighborhoods. Explore Downtown Phoenix to see why it’s the perfect place to call home.
So Many Things to Do in Downtown Phoenix
Phoenix has long been known for its suburban sprawl feel, but Downtown Phoenix has had its own renaissance over the last few years. As young professionals are yearning for a more urban and centrally located space, Central Phoenix has become a highly desirable location in Arizona due to its vastly sought-out tech and innovation job opportunities and trendy and booming nightlife. After four decades of desertion, Downtown Phoenix is growing up and repopulating in a significant way!
So, what do people do in Downtown Phoenix? Everything! Are you a sports lover? Head out to a Phoenix Suns game at Talking Stick Resort Arena, or get out to the ballpark to watch the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field! If you’re more into the party scene, there is a booming nightlife with bars, clubs, live music, and even rooftop lounges! The artistic side of Downtown Phoenix is incredible—boasting theaters, museums, art galleries, and more. Take a stroll down Central Ave or visit Cityscape for the very best shopping and dining you could ever imagine! There are even year-round festivals and events, so you’re never too far from a good time!
Curious What is For Sale in Phoenix?
Check out the current list of homes for sale in Phoenix Here! Give a BloomTree Realty an agent a call – they would love to help you out! (928) 443-8800
BloomTree Realty Sponsors Indie Week
Indie Week | June 26 – July 4, 2021
“Featuring its distinct call-to-action card, Independents Week encourages Arizonans to “go local” by supporting as many locally owned businesses as possible. Each year, traditionally over the first week of July, first-timers and returning customers across the state discover new and fun ways to support Arizona’s small, independent businesses!” (Local First Arizona)
Prescott July 4th Rodeo
World’s Oldest Rodeo
Regardless of what part of Arizona you call home, you will want to make a trip to Prescott during the 4th of July! Since 1988, Prescott has been home to the World’s Oldest Rodeo. It is a fun-filled event for all ages!
Rodeo History
July 4, 1888, became the birthday of professional rodeo when a group of Prescott, Arizona, merchants and professional businessmen organized the first formalized “cowboy tournament” and offered cash prizes. These “Cowboy Contests” continued and were planned, promoted and carried out by a committee of local merchants. From then on, rodeo has grown into a multimillion dollar enterprise with more than 700 professional rodeos in 50 states. Source: Prescott Frontier Days
>> World’s Oldest Rodeo Information <<
Monday, June 28 through Sunday, July 4: Prescott Frontier Days® 134th Rodeo
- Performance #1 – Monday, June 28 – 7:30 PM
- Performance #2 – Tuesday, June 29 – 7:30 PM
- Performance #3 – Wednesday, June 30 – 7:30 PM
- Performance #4 – Thursday, July 1 – 7:30 PM
- Performance #5 – Friday, July 2 – 7:30 PM
- Performance #6 – Saturday, July 3 – 1:30 PM
- Performance #7 – Saturday, July 3 – 7:30 PM
- Performance #8 – Sunday, July 4 – 1:30 PM
Thursday, July 1 through Saturday, July 3: Rodeo Dance, Prescott Frontier Days® Depot Marketplace
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE RODEO DANCE.
Friday, July 2: Kiwanis Kiddie Parade
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PARADE
Friday, July 2 though Sunday, July 4: Courthouse Plaza Arts & Crafts
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ARTS & CRAFT SHOW
Saturday, July 3: Prescott Frontier Days® Rodeo Parade
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE RODEO PARADE
Sunday, July 4: Cowboy Church
LEARN MORE ABOUT COWBOY CHURCH
The agents and team members of Better Homes and Gardens BloomTree Realty enjoy the tradition of Prescott’s World’s Oldest Rodeo. Stop by the Prescott office, on the corner of Gurley and Cortez, and say ‘Hi’ – they would love to share their excitement for Prescott! (928) 443-8800
Residential Real Estate Market by Leslie Guiley
Homes for sale nationally are down 52% over the same time last year and in Arizona there was a 64% decrease in inventory over last year. Demand is up as potential buyers re-evaluate their priorities in homes and lifestyle during and after the pandemic. There are 4 offers for every listing and intense competition has led to double digit price growth according to the National Association of Realtors. Absorption rate measures how fast we would sell out of the current homes on the market if no new listings were added and we are under 1 month in Prescott and the Quad Cities. The list price has become the starting price as buyers bid over market and financed offers struggle to compete with all cash offers. Speculation abounds about another bubble to burst so let’s look at the fundamentals of this market.
Migration to Arizona has been strong and it lands in the top 5 on UHAUL’s migration growth list. Buyers in our area have been able to sell homes in more expensive areas and can afford to pay cash about 50% of the time. Baby Boomers are very attracted to the Quad City Area while the Millennials are edging them out to be the largest home buying demographic in our state and nationwide.
Nationally there has been 13 straight years of below average building of new homes. We have not made up for or matched the pace of building during the last boom. We do need to build more homes to increase the supply, but it won’t be done fast enough to be the complete solution. Shortages in skilled labor, increases in the costs of building supplies and the length of the entitlement process contribute to how quickly developers can add supply to the market. The National Association of Realtors posits that to get back to a 6 month healthy supply of inventory an additional 2.7 million homes should be on the market for sale.
There is a foreclosure moratorium in place until June 30th and whether that will be extended is a subject of much discussion. There are about 4 million borrowers behind on their mortgage payments but banks are working with many to add overdue payments to the end of their loan. Borrowers that can’t qualify for this type of loan restructure will likely be able to sell their homes at a profit as equity has climbed in the past few years. As more of these homes come on the market and as vaccines ease seller’s hesitancy to have buyers visit their home we do expect a balancing of supply and demand to occur.
How does a buyer succeed in this market? One way is to have a strong local agent on your side as sales do occur prior to hitting the general market. Know what you are looking for and be prepared to look at a home and quickly and decide whether to place an offer. Buyers in a competitive market need to go in strong and fast to not miss an opportunity. Get counsel on the risks in waiving home inspections and appraisals as a way to sweeten the deal. Too much sweet can promote different aches and pains in the process and a skilled agent can help you cap your risk.
If you are a seller the highest offer is not always the best offer. An experienced agent can be your best asset in negotiation during a market that moves fast. They can help you weigh which offer is most likely to get to closing date and this can be absolutely critical if your next home purchase relies on the sale of your current home.
The number one tool on your side is knowledge and the more prepared you are before placing your home on the market or placing your first offer, the more likely you are to get your desired outcome.
Sedona Cinco de Mayo Festival
Family Festival
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Spring at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, the Art and Soul of Sedona! The Village kicks off the festival season with a fantastic Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Admission is free, and everyone is invited!
Enjoy the pulsating sounds, savory flavors, and colorful dances of Mexico in a fun-filled South of the Border celebration. Translated as the 5th of May, Cinco de Mayo honors an event in Mexican history that led to its independence.
The Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village Cinco de Mayo celebration is on Saturday, May 1st, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
The festival includes activities all day long, including traditional high-energy Spanish flamenco dances to roaring applause, get-up-and-dance Latin music, and a Folklorico dance troupe performing traditional Mexican village dances. There are activities for the kids as well, with a piñata and face painting.
Click Here for Festival Information
About Sedona, Arizona
The iconic red rocks of Sedona will take your breath away. Honestly, there is no other place on earth like Sedona.
Sedona, strategically situated at the mouth of spectacular Oak Creek Canyon, has one-of-a-kind beauty. Characterized by massive red-rock formations, the area surrounding this beloved community is considered at least as beautiful as many national parks.
The quality of uniquely situated real estate in Sedona is remarkable. Sedona has location, location, location! Sedona is home to a selection of the finest, new residential communities found anywhere in the world.
Better Homes and Gardens Office
If you would like information regarding Sedona Real Estate, visit our office in nearby Cottonwood, 565 S. Main St., Cottonwood, or in Sedona at 1350 W SR 89 Suite 26 Sedona. Or give us a call at 928-443-8800.
Sedona/Verde Valley Offices
Better Homes and Gardens BloomTree Realty – Cottonwood
565 S. Main St., Cottonwood, AZ 86326
1350 W SR 89 Suite 26 Sedona, AZ 86336
