Sedona Hummingbird Festival

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MusicSedona
DatesDates TBA · Usually JulyCheck locally before booking
DurationSummerEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsNow in its twelfth year, the Sedona
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

Sedona Hummingbird Festival in Sedona

The Sedona Hummingbird Festival gathers birders and nature enthusiasts each July for three days of speaker presentations, garden tours, and banding demonstrations centered on the up to eight hummingbird species found around Sedona. Presented by the International Hummingbird Society and based at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, the free festival pairs birding field trips with a hummingbird marketplace, a plant sale, and a dedicated Kids Day.

Sedona's red rock canyons, backyard gardens, and riparian corridors along Oak Creek create seasonal habitat for as many as eight hummingbird species, drawing birders to the area well before any organized festival existed.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Now in its twelfth year, the Sedona Hummingbird Festival draws its authority from its presenting organization, the International Hummingbird Society, giving the programming a scientific grounding beyond typical birdwatching meetups

02

The mystery stays covered

Fourteen speaker presentations cover topics across hummingbird biology and behavior, while professional banding demonstrations let attendees watch researchers handle and tag live birds up close, a hands-on element rarely available outside dedicated ornithological research settings

03

The city starts moving

Sedona's red rock canyons and gardens attract as many as eight hummingbird species during the festival window, giving birding field trips a genuine chance at multiple sightings in a single outing

04

The water draws everyone in

The festival rounds out its scientific core with a hummingbird marketplace of related art, gifts, and supplies, a photo contest, a plant sale, and a Kids Day built around crafts and live animals

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Presented by the International Hummingbird Society

Water and renewal

Living ritual

the festival carries forward a naturalist tradition of hands-on ornithological education

The sacred route

Living ritual

pairing scientific banding demonstrations and expert presentations with community-facing programming like garden tours and a Kids Day

The local code

Living ritual

rooted in Sedona's role as seasonal habitat for multiple hummingbird species

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually July

Getting around

For Sedona Hummingbird Festival, plan transport around the exact Sedona venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Casual outdoor clothing and comfortable walking shoes for garden tours and field trips; late July in Sedona can bring afternoon monsoon storms, so a light rain layer is worth packing...

Safety

Keep phone power, water, and a clear meeting point sorted before the main crowd arrives.

Where to stay

For Sedona Hummingbird Festival, stay near the part of Sedona you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Ticketing varies by venue and stage. Confirm official passes before booking travel.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map34.87 N, 111.76 WOpen in Google Maps

Sedona, AZ

Nearest airportFLG — Flagstaff Pulliam
TransportFor Sedona Hummingbird Festival, plan transport around the exact Sedona venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Sedona Hummingbird Festival, stay near the part of Sedona you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Sedona via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Sedona, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for July.Compare faresFestival gearCasual outdoor clothing and comfortable walking shoes for garden tours and field trips; late July in Sedona can bring afternoon monsoon storms, so a light rain layer is worth packing alongside sun protection.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Sedona Hummingbird Festival?

Sedona Hummingbird Festival is listed for July · Summer. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Sedona Hummingbird Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Sedona, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Summer is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Sedona, AZ

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLsedonahummingbirdfestival.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually July
Source statusOfficial source linked
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