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TODAY IN ARIZONA

WHAT'S HAPPENING

AROUND ARIZONA

Hopi Arts & Culture Festival

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Sonoita Vineyards HarvestFest

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Flagstaff Festival of Science

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EXPLORE THE MAPS

Arizona Map

​Discover towns, makers, merchants & hidden gems.

ROUTE 66

Route 66

Celebrating 100 Years of Arizona's Legendary Route 66.

FIND YOUR KIND OF TOWN

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Art towns, historic main streets, mountain towns, wine country & more.

TRIBAL NATIONS

Explore Arizona's 22 Tribal Nations.

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LINKS TO LOVE

An A to Z Directory of Arizona powered by Community Champions.

ONLINE MARKETPLACE

Shop directly from local Makers & Merchants.

SHARE THE LOVE

Share the Arizona you love!

Share the Love

This is a love letter from Arizona.

 

From the makers and merchants. From the hidden gems and local legends. From the family-owned restaurants to the iconic landmarks, the artists and galleries to the charming towns that feel like home the moment you arrive.

 

Discover the best of local, one town at a time. XO from Arizona is all about the love of local. Town by town (XO from Prescott, XO from Carefree, XO from Flagstaff, XO from Tucson), we make it effortless to discover the best of local throughout Arizona: the businesses, arts and culture, and communities that make this state extraordinary.

 

Every place we feature is one we love, shared by the people who know it best. So explore, linger, and discover your own favorites. And wherever you go, share the love.

 

There's so much to love.

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LOCAL BUSINESSES YOU'LL

LOVE

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FEATURED BUSINESS

Adelante Art Gallery

Adelante Gallery is one of Carefree’s most treasured destinations. Located in historic Spanish Village, this longtime gallery showcases exceptional folk art from around the world in a warm, welcoming setting that’s as inspiring as the artwork itself.

MORE LOCAL BUSINESSES YOU'LL

LOVE

TOWNS & CITIES YOU'LL

LOVE

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FEATURED TOWN

Carefree

Carefree is more than a name—it’s a state of mind. Perched above the Valley, this little desert town has mastered the art of living well: spectacular Sonoran Desert beauty, remarkable art and gardens, independent shops and galleries, wonderful places to eat, and a pace that invites you to stay awhile.

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Sarah Smith

Sun Realty

MORE TOWNS & CITIES YOU'LL

LOVE

LOCAL DINING WORTH

SAVORING

CHARMING STAYS YOU'LL

CHERISH

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FEATURED

Cafe a la C'Art

Cafe a la C'Art is a charming café inside the Tucson Museum of Art, serving fresh, seasonal fare in a beautiful setting where art and dining come together.

FEATURED

Rancho de los Caballeros

Rancho de los Caballeros has been welcoming guests to the Sonoran Desert for generations, offering an authentic blend of Western hospitality, horseback riding, championship golf, and breathtaking desert scenery. It’s a timeless Arizona retreat where relaxation and adventure go hand in hand.

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In the Grand Canyon, Arizona has a natural wonder which is in kind, absolutely unparalleled throughout the rest of the world.

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- President Theodore Roosevelt

  Grand Canyon Speech, 1903

LOCAL EXPERIENCES WORTH

DISCOVERING

ROUTE 66 ICONIC

ADVENTURES

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FEATURED

Flagstaff Extreme

FEATURED

Giganticus Headicus

Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course takes outdoor adventure to new heights with exhilarating zip lines, aerial obstacle courses, and treetop challenges set among the towering ponderosa pines. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that invites visitors of all ages to climb, soar, and explore the beauty of Northern Arizona from a whole new perspective.

Meet Giganticus Headicus, a whimsical 14-foot-tall green tiki head and one of Route 66’s most beloved roadside icons. Standing proudly outside the Antares Visitor Center & Gift Shop, it’s a fun photo stop celebrating the quirky spirit of the Mother Road.

ARIZONA'S 22

TRIBAL NATIONS

Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized Tribal Nations, each a sovereign nation with its own government, history, traditions and cultural identity.

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FEATURED

Antelope Canyon

Antelope Canyon lies within the Navajo Nation and is explored exclusively with authorized Navajo guides. Their knowledge and traditions offer an experience that is as inspiring as the canyon itself.

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THERE'S SO MUCH TO LOVE

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XO FROM AZ MAKERS & MERCHANTS

Discover the artists, makers, and small businesses that give Arizona its one-of-a-kind character.

 

Every purchase supports a real person, a real business and a real community.

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MADE HERE

NATURAL BEAUTY

DESERT STYLE

TAKE ARIZONA WITH YOU

WEAR THE LOVE

STYLE & CULTURE LOCALS

LOVE

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Together, we’re helping communities thrive—locally and online.

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