Great Causes
| Sedona Oak Creek Unified School District The ability to get a world-class education is one of the most important parts of a child’s life. Each day the team at Sedona Oak Creek Unified School District strives to ensure children receive great educations. |
| Sedona Community Food Bank Sedona Community Food Bank supplies food to those in need. |
| Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition provides transportation services to those residing in the Verde Valley. The organization also hosts social outings. |
| Keep Sedona Beautiful Since 1972, Keep Sedona Beautiful has served an environmental stewards and strive to protect and sustain the scenic beauty and natural environment of Sedona and the Verde Valley. |
| Humane Society of Sedona The Humane Society of Sedona is a nonprofit dedicated to taking care of and helping animals find good homes. |
Movers and Shakers
| Ted Grussing Photographer and Sedona Monthly columnist Ted Grussing spends his time photographing wildlife, flying his plane and exploring the area. |
| Nate Meyers Nate Meyers is the executive director of the Sedona Heritage Museum. He is the museum’s first-ever executive director. |
| Camila Ross Producer Camila Ross operates the Emerson Theater Collaborative and is responsible for bringing high-quality live theatrical productions to Sedona. |
| Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce The Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce promotes a vibrant business community, serve as the voice for commerce and enhance the quality of life in Cottonwood. |
| Jonathan C. Linford Attorney Jonathan C. Linford is a lawyer who focuses on estate planning. |
| Jeannine Kinney Jeannine Kinney, DVM, is a veterinarian at Oak Creek Small Animal Clinic. She is the owner of the practice and been practicing for more than 20 years. |
Creative & Cool Dining
| Sedona Crepes Guests can dig into a variety of savory and sweet crepes along with sandwiches, burgers and salads at this contemporary restaurant. |
| Rascal Modern Diner Housed on the ground floor of The Wilde Resort & Spa, Rascal is helmed by notable local chef Mercer Mohr and is a modern take on the classic diner. Guests can find hearty, upscale fare like the signature meatloaf, ribeye steak and chicken alfredo linguini. |
| Asylum Restaurant Housed inside the Jerome Grand Hotel, this fine dining destination offers American and Southwestern cuisine. The steaks here are outstanding. Plus, the views here are stunning and one-of-a-kind. |
| Shorebird Restaurant Guests can enjoy a plethora of seafood along with red rock views at South of the Y’s contemporary seafood destination, Shorebird. |
Rene at Tlaquepaque |
Great Day Trips From Sedona
| Cornville wineries Cornville is home to top-notch wineries like Page Springs Cellars, D.A. Ranch Estate Vineyards and Javelina Leap Vineyard, Winery & Bistro that are located within a short drive of each other. |
| Cottonwood Cottonwood is home to plenty of stellar restaurants, attractions and top-notch tasting rooms that make it easy to spend an entire day exploring the city. |
| Cave Creek Located on the outskirts of metro Phoenix, Cave Creek is home to large swaths of Sonoran desert, Cave Creek Regional Park and Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. The Western town is also home to iconic saloon Harold’s Cave Creek Corral. |
| Prescott Central Arizona’s Prescott is known for its vibrant downtown, Watson Lake and the historic Sharlot Hall Museum. |
Jerome |
Best Outdoor Patios
| Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill West Sedona’s Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill serves up iconic views of Sedona’s red rocks along with Latin-inspired cuisine and craft cocktails. |
| Cress on Oak Creek Located beside babbling Oak Creek, Cress is a fine dining destination in an unparalleled setting and must-try Arizona restaurant located at L’Auberge de Sedona. |
| Open Range Grill and Tavern Uptown Sedona’s Open Range Grill and Tavern serves up prime cuts of meat (its steaks are especially noteworthy) along with expansive windows showcasing Sedona’s red rocks. |
Che Ah Chi |
Great Art Galleries
| Renee Taylor Gallery Renee Taylor Gallery includes three art galleries where customers can find contemporary artwork from renowned artists like Lyman Whitaker, Loet Vanderveen, William Henry and Peter Skidd. |
| Goldenstein Art at L’Auberge de Sedona Located at L’Auberge de Sedona, Goldenstein Gallery represents more than 50 artists who work in a variety of mediums. |
| Rumi Tree Art Gallery An international gallery of contemporary fine art located in West Sedona. |
| Shanin Renee Art Gallery Located in the Village of Oak Creek, the Shanin Renee Art Gallery is a resource for designers and collectors procuring original contemporary fine art. The gallery represents Dutch artist Theo Schildkamp and an authorized dealer for H. Grady Private Collection of late American artist Charles Malcolm Campbell. |
| Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art The 20,000-square-foot Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art features a wide variety of art ranging from classical to contemporary. |
| Wyatt Gallery Donna Bonavito and Douglas Wyatt curate all of the art at Sedona’s Wyatt Gallery, which focuses on local artists and art with heart. |
Best Date Night Restaurants
| Mesa Grill Sedona Take in stunning and expansive red rock views from Airport Mesa as you enjoy New American fare like Southern Fried Chicken sandwich, White Cheddar Burger and signature desserts like the Apple Cherry Crisp. |
| The Asylum Restaurant Located on the ground level of the Jerome Grand Hotel, the Asylum Restaurant serves up fine fare in a spectacular, unparalleled setting. |
| Cucina Rustica The Village of Oak Creek’s Cucina Rustic serves hearty Italian cuisine in a charming setting that has an outstanding outdoor courtyard. |
| The Hudson Enjoy seasonal American food and red rock views in a stunning, contemporary setting at The Hudson. |
Cress on Oak Creek |
Where To Find Great Cocktails
| Creekside American Bistro Overlooking Oak Creek, Chef Mercer Mohr’s Creekside American Bistro serves up stellar American fare, creative cocktails like the Prickly Pear Infused Margarita and even has a dedicated dog menu. |
| Stagecoach Find Blackberry Mojitos, Blood Orange Mezcalita and Prickly Pear Martini at West Sedona’s Western-centric Stagecoach. |
| The Vault Uptown Patrons can down innovative cocktails like the Shuga & Spice, a spicy jalapeno tequila, Tajin and hibiscus or The Gunslinger, mezcal, fresh grapefruit, Aperol, house-made cinnamon syrup and chocolate bitters, at the modern bar with red rock views at The Vault Uptown. |
| Hideaway House Diners can enjoy Italian comfort food in a charming setting that comes complete with three open-air patios and two cozy dining rooms. |
SaltRock Kitchen SaltRock Kitchen at Amara Resort & Spa serves Southwestern fare made with local ingredients along with stellar drinks. This spot is known for its vast tequila selection and tequila-based beverages. If the weather’s good, try to snag a seat on the outdoor patio to soak up views of the infinity pool and red rocks. |
Best Free Events & Services
| First Fridays On the first Friday of each month, most of Sedona’s galleries will host receptions celebrating their most recent shows. |
| Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village Modeled after a traditional Mexican village, Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village has been an iconic Sedona destination since it opened in the 1970s. Locals and visitors alike can easily spend an entire day wandering in and out of the many shops, restaurants and upscale art galleries located in Tlaquepaque. Tlaquepaque also hosts many free seasonal events over the holiday season and beyond throughout the year. |
| Sedona Public Library Sedona residents can check out books for free, access the Internet and obtain culture passes at both locations of the Sedona Public Library. |
Lively Festivals
| Sedona WineFest Sedona Winefest attendees can taste a wide variety of Arizona wine from all over the state, enjoy live music and check out goods from vendors at scenic Posse Grounds Parks. |
| Sedona International Film Festival For nine days in late February to early March, Sedona International Film Festival can watch more than 140 independent films at a variety of local venues. The festival also features guest stars, workshops and nightly parties. |
| Cinco de Mayo One of Sedona’s most literally colorful events, Cinco de Mayo, celebrates Mexico’s independence with flamenco dancing, live music and festive fun. |
| Sedona Hummingbird Festival Every summer, the Sedona Hummingbird Festival includes presentations about hummingbirds, exhibitions and workshops about all things hummingbird. |
Where To Learn New Things
| Lowell Observatory Flagstaff’s Lowell Observatory is a historical astronomical observatory. Look through massive telescopes at this observatory to look up at the night’s sky’s many stars and enjoy a variety of programming. |
| Sedona Heritage Museum The former homestead of the Jordan Family now serves as a museum dedicated to preserving Sedona’s past with exhibits and programming. |
| Sharlot Hall Museum The open-air Sharlot Hall Museum in downtown Prescott is dedicated to preserving Arizona’s history. |
Where to Watch Live Performances
| Emerson Theater Collaborative The Emerson Theater Collaborative brings theatrical performances in a variety of genres to Sedona. |
| Sedona Performing Arts Center Located in West Sedona at Red Rock High School, the Sedona Performing Arts Center is where many top acts will perform. The two-tiered venue seats 750 guests and features a glass-enclosed lobby, a concession area and a ticket booth. |
| Theatrikos Theatre Company Since 1972, Flagstaff-based Theatrikos Theatre Company has been producing live theater and also offers educational programming for adults and youth. |
| Philip England Center for Performing Arts Camp Verde’s Philip England Center for Performing Arts puts on musical, educational, informational and graphic arts programs. |
Real Estate Powerhouses
| Jonelle Klein Jonelle Klein is with Coldwell Banker Realty and has helped others in the community find and sell homes. She is also the host of The Faces of Sedona and the Verde Valley and helps tell the stories of local community members. |
| Roy Grimm Roy Grimm, Ph.D., is a luxury property specialist and has been in the real estate industry since 1997. |
| Jody Coleman Award-winning, Sedona-based realtor Jody Coleman leads The Coleman Real Estate Group at Re/Max and is recognized among Zillow’s 10 percent of agents in the United States. |
| Magdalena Romanksa Magdalena Romanska is a realtor with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International who is in the top five percent of agents with Russ Lyon. |
| Barbara Baker Barbara Baker is the owner and broker of Sedona’s elite boutique real estate firm Barbara Baker Realty. She prides herself on putting her clients first and not the sale. |
| Dennis and Janie Tribble Native Arizonans Dennis and Janie Tribble have been in the top one percent of Sedona agents for the past 25 years and have result in more than $950 million in closed sales. |
Neat Coffee & Juice Shops
| Black Potion Sedona Patrons can find coffee, crystals and have aura photos taken at Black Potion Sedona |
| FreeForm Coffee Roasters FreeForm Coffee Roasters serves coffee that is sustainably sourced, small batch and hand roasted right here in Sedona. |
| Fay Café West Sedona’s Fay Café is Sedona’s only plant store, book shop and café. |
| Peach Tree Café Guests can enjoy coffee and food in the quaint all-brick building of the The Peach Tree Café in Lake Montezuma. |
Incredible Bars, Wineries & Breweries
| Merkin Vineyards Winery & Trattoria Perched on a hilltop, Cottonwood’s Merkin Vineyards Winery & Trattoria serves up its own Arizona wine, modern American cuisine and sweeping views of the Verde Valley in a contemporary tasting room. |
| Redwall Distillery Located in West Sedona, Redwall Distillery crafts small-batch gin, whiskey and vodka in its facility in Sedona. Guests can enjoy those spirits at Redwall’s bar that also frequently hosts live music. |
| Verde Brewing Company Camp Verde’s Verde Brewing Company creates a variety of craft beer along with hearty fare like nachos, hot dogs and sandwiches. |
| Page Springs Cellars Enjoy Page Springs Cellars Arizona wine along the tree-studded banks of Oak Creek in Cornville or inside the contemporary tasting room. |
Locally Made Products
| Mountain High Flowers Find a variety of floral arrangements for special occasions, gifts and weddings at family-owned and operated Mountain High Flowers. Mountain High offers high-style floral arrangements, gift baskets and greeting cards. |
| Agua de Sedona Agua de Sedona is an all-natural eau de toilette unisex perfume that aims to bottle the scent of Sedona. |
| Sedona Blanket Co. Shoppers can purchase hand-woven blankets in a bohemian and Southwestern style from the Sedona Blanket Co. Blankets can be purchased at Etsy or at Blackbird Vintage in Uptown Sedona. |
Great Places To Stay
| L’Auberge de Sedona Creekside L’Auberge de Sedona provides a truly magical setting for guests. Hotel guests can stay in cottages with creek views, fireplace and private decks as Oak Creek babbles along just step from the doors. The hotel also offers a spa and the truly exceptional fine dining destination, Cress. |
| Enchantment Resort Tucked away in Boynton Canyon, luxurious Enchantment Resort provides red rock views throughout the property along with two outstanding restaurants, lodging with Southwestern flair and a variety of recreational activities. Destination spa Mii amo reopened to the public in early 2023 following an extensive renovation. |
| A Sunset Chateau Located in West Sedona, each and every room at A Sunset Chateau is individually appointed and features unique décor that’s curated by one of the co-owners. Guests who stay here can enjoy kitchens, cozy couches and red rock views. |
| The Wilde Resort and Spa Formerly the Sedona Rouge, The Wilde Resort and Spa offers modern rooms, a spa, an expansive outdoor lawn and a noteworthy restaurant helmed by one of Sedona’s top chefs, Mercer Mohr’s Rascal. |
Amara Resort and Spa |
Where To Exercise
| SedonaFit West Sedona’s SedonaFit is a fitness club that includes group exercise classes, cardio and weight training equipment, spin bikes from Keiser and employs certified personal trainers and instructors. |
| Be Fit Fit Located in the Village of Oak Creek’s Bell Rock Plaza, Be Fit Fit is a fully equipped private gym that offers one-on-one training sessions with Magdalena Romanska. |
| Sedona Athletic Club The Sedona Athletic Club is a 25,000 square-foot fitness center housed inside of the Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock. The center features outdoor tennis courts, a high intensity international training pit, a fitness room and an outdoor lap pool. |
| Pulse Pilates and Fitness Pulse Pilates and Fitness offers group and private reformer Pilates classes in West Sedona. |
| Clarity of Heart Yoga Located in the Village of Oak Creek, Clarity of Heart Yoga teachers therapeutic yoga in a light-filled space. |
Fabulous Venues
| Sedona Performing Arts Center The Sedona Performing Arts Center is a contemporary space dedicated to the performing arts, education and excellence where attendees can watch live music, theater and dance. |
| The Orpheum Theater The Orpheum Theater in Flagstaff is an old movie house that is now a live events venue. The theater hosts comedians, live musicians, a holiday bazaar and movies. |
| Mary D. Fisher Theatre Film enthusiasts can watch a variety of independent films at The Mary D. Fisher in West Sedona. This theater is also an important venue for the Sedona International Film Festival. |
Care Providers We Love
| Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona The Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona provides a variety of services ranging from rhinoplasty to dermal fillers. Some specific treatments include Botox, CoolSculpting, lip augmentation and microneedling. A team of skilled surgeons can perform breast, face, hand, wrist and reconstructive surgery. |
| Northern Arizona Healthcare Northern Arizona Healthcare is the largest healthcare organization in Northern and Central Arizona that offers a wide range of care and services. |
| The Bluffs of Flagstaff The Bluffs of Flagstaff provides year-round, carefree senior living in Flagstaff. |
Where To Go Shopping
| Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village Modeled after a traditional Mexican village, Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village has been an iconic Sedona destination since it opened in the 1970s. Locals and visitors alike can easily spend an entire day wandering in and out of the many shops, restaurants and upscale art galleries located in Tlaquepaque. |
| Bella Fine Goods Bella Fine Goods sells distinct home furnishings, fine art and special gifts that would make any dwelling feel more elegant. The exclusive Bella Fine Goods Furniture line comes in a variety of home design styles including luxury lodge, classic traditional and contemporary elegant. |
| Vue Gallery One of Renee Taylor galleries, the Vue Gallery features a variety of bronze and multimedia work. The exterior courtyard is outfitted with wind sculptures by Lyman Whitaker. |
| Wayne B. Light Sedona’s Fine Jewelry Wayne B. Light designs elegant jewelry from his Sedona shop that he’s owned since 1988. He’s renowned for his “Inspired Cross Collection.” |
| Crystal Magic Find a variety of crystals, jewelry and self-care items at Crystal Magic. |
| The Artist’s Kitchen Shop Find a variety of kitchen accessories, cookware, tabletop, linens, dinnerware, glassware and kitchen gifts at The Artist’s Kitchen. |
| Sedona Clothing Company Find a variety of men and women’s clothing along with accessories at the Sedona Clothing Company. |
Good JuJu |
Time For A Touch Up
| LaserGirl Skincare LaserGirl SkinCare provides laser hair removal, full-body waxing, chemical peels and facial treatments. |
| Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona Since 1991, Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona offers a wide range of cosmetic procedures and reconstructive procedures. |
| Jaliza Luxury Spa West Sedona’s Jaliza Luxury Spa offers hair, makeup, facials, eyelash extensions and a plethora of other beauty treatments. |
| Sedona’s New Day Spa Indulge in massages, facials, nail services and Native wisdom spa rituals at the popular Sedona’s New Day Spa. |
| Medically Yours West Sedona’s Medically Yours is a medi spa that provides its customers with a variety of services including laser, botox, fillers, facials and body sculping treatments. |
Village of Oak Creek Barber |
Make It Your Home
| Red Rock Kitchen & Bath Cottonwood-based Red Rock Kitchen & Bath supplies premium fixtures for the home. |
| Iron Doors Arizona Customers can purchase and have custom iron doors installed with Iron Doors Arizona. |
| Blackmarr’s Furniture Sedona Since 1985, Sedona’s Blackmarr’s Furniture has sold affordable and elegant furniture to Sedona residents. |
| LB Closets LB Closets can create and install closets that are designed to fit in a variety of home spaces. |
| The Wood Joint Founded in 1974, The Wood Joint has provided Sedona and the surrounding Verde Valley with distinctive cabinetry designs. |
| Sedona Rocks Cleaning Service Sedona Rocks Cleaning Services can clean up your residential, commercial and vacation rental properties. |
| Nationwide Pack and Ship Estate Services Nationwide Pack & Ship Estate Services offers packing, shipping and estate shipping services. |
| Azadi Fine Rugs A high-end rug retailer that’s owned by one of the oldest rug weaving families in the world. |
| Zerorez Carpet Cleaning Zerorez Carpet Cleaning services leave zero residue and doesn’t use any harsh detergents or chemicals when cleaning carpets. |
How To Get There
| Groome Transportation Groome Transportation can take its customers from Sedona to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. |
| Sedona Quickrides Sedona Quickrides offers luxurious means of transportation throughout the Sedona area. |
| Sedona Airport Fly in and out of Sedona Airport, which is perched high up on Airport Mesa. |
| Red Rock Magic Trolley Guests who ride on the Red Rock Magic Trolley can check out Sedona sites including Bell Rock, Boynton Canyon and The Chapel of the Holy Cross on this colorful, open-air trolley. |
Classic Area Hikes
 Sedona Airport Loop Read more about this hike here. |
| West Fork Read more about this hike here. |
| Devil’s Bridge Read more about this hike here. |
| Cathedral Rock Read more about this hike here. |
| Boynton Canyon Read more about this hike here. |
 Bell Rock Read more about this hike here. |
Wellness Providers
| Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona Since 1991, Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona has offered a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. |
LaserGirl Skincare |
Our Pets Are Family
Oak Creek Small Animal Clinic |
| Bell Rock Veterinary Clinic Bell Rock Veterinary Clinic provides a variety of veterinary services including early detection, disease treatment, medical care and surgery. |
| Golden Bone Pet Products West Sedona’s Golden Bone Pet Products stocks plenty of eco-friendly pet products including food and treats, natural and organic supplements, grooming, skin and coat care in addition to clothing and collars. |
BowWow Sedona |
Cultural Institutions
Sharlot Hall Museum |
Lowell Observatory |
| Museum of Northern Arizona This Flagstaff museum has a variety of exhibits that cover the early history of the Northern Arizona region. |
| Arizona Copper Art Museum Clarkdale’s Arizona Copper Art Museum recognizes one of the 5 Cs of Arizona and is dedicated to showcasing all things copper. See artwork, kitchenware, drinkware and military art that’s all copper. |
Sedona Ballet |
Where To Take Cool Classes
| Rovang Ceramics Learn how to make ceramics from master potter Alex Rovang at Rovang Ceramics. |
| Jan Sitts at the Sedona Arts Center Master painter Jan Sitts frequently teaches classes so you can learn her techniques and tricks at the Sedona Arts Center. |
The Melting Point |
Incredible Local Experiences
| Red Rock Balloons Red Rock Balloons offers breathtaking hot air balloon tours of Sedona. |
| Pink Jeep Tours Distinctive Pink jeeps give guests off-road tours of a variety of off-road locations in Sedona and the Grand Canyon. |
Guidance Air |
