If you are planning to visit Arizona, or even escape the heat of the nearby Phoenix summers, be sure to make plenty of time for a stay in the mountain town of Prescott, Arizona. With gorgeous scenery and optimal weather, the opportunities for outdoor activities are endless. The city itself is full of annual festivals and celebrations, interesting history, and top quality accommodations. From a nature hike or relaxed game of golf, to a street dance on Whiskey Row, there is fun for anyone.

As for holiday and annual traditions and celebrations, Prescott has something planned year round. Perhaps a few of the most well-known and popular events include The World’s Oldest Rodeo, and The Fourth of July on Whiskey Row. The Frontier Days rodeos, beginning in late June made their debut in 1888, and have only grown in excitement and fortitude. Cowboys from around the country gather to compete for huge prizes and thrill crowds of people every summer. You will see fireworks, horses, clowns, and giant bulls creating an energetic week. By July 4th, the party peaks with thousands heading to famous and historical Whiskey Row for a lively party. The streets are closed to traffic and opened to visitors checking out the century old saloons. The shops and restaurants are all open and in full swing as street dances fill the area with music and fireworks displays light up the sky. It is one celebration you will not want to miss.

If you love beauty and the outdoors, the list of activities around Prescott is long and attractive. You will without a doubt want to consider a ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad. The passenger train is an attraction in itself with the rarity of locomotives still running, but the nature show you will see is wonderful. Passengers ride over a river and through the wilderness preservation and Indian ruins, making the entire trip full of sights. on the Prescott area also offers unique hiking trails, golf courses, rivers, and vineyards to visit while adventuring through northern Arizona. To add a little excitement check out horseback riding, rafting, or a ranch that provides a chuck wagon dinner and live western show.

For some city sights, you have plenty of options as well. Visit one of several history, art, or children’s museums or head to the mall for shopping. For night life, head to Whiskey Row or the nearby huge casinos for lights, drinks, and entertainment.

Year-round entertainment is no issue in Prescott, Arizona. Whatever you are looking for in a vacation, you will be sure to find it.