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Salsa Fest

Sep24
Sep 24–Sep 25 5 pm Downtown Safford

Salsa competitions, food vendors, live music, a car show and more. Downtown Safford.

Date and time are estimated from last year’s schedule and will be confirmed once announced.

Held the fourth weekend of September. 2026 was the 20th annual SalsaFest: Friday evening opening ceremonies and the Taste of the Trail, Saturday salsa competitions, the Lions Club car show and awards show.

Before you go

Parking

Free public parking around Downtown Safford

Seating

Bring your own seating