Art Shows
Arizona Wine Country Artists Village 2026: October 9–11 Guide
Explore Arizona Wine Country Artists Village in Cottonwood, October 9–11, 2026: juried original art, Old Town location, hours and visitor tips.
Arizona Wine Country Artists Village 2026Arizona Wine Country Artists Village returns to Old Town Cottonwood October 9–11, 2026. Organized by artists, the juried outdoor show puts original work and the people who made it at the center of a weekend in the Verde Valley.
Plan your visit
- Dates: Friday–Sunday, October 9–11, 2026
- Hours: Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Location: Old Town Activity Park, 187 East Pima Street, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
- Admission: Check the organizer’s current visitor information
- Organizer: Arizona Wine Country Artists Village
The organizer’s 2026 site confirms the dates, hours, location, juried format and artist gallery. Review it shortly before visiting for any updates to the lineup or entry details.
Original art made by independent artists
The show limits participation and uses a jury process, giving visitors a focused way to meet makers rather than browse a general marketplace. The organizer’s October artist gallery is a useful starting point if you want to seek out specific work. Paintings, sculpture, jewelry and other original pieces can look very different in the open air than in a photo, so leave time to see them in person.
The people behind the show, John and Lauri Maeder, are artists themselves. That emphasis shows in the event’s invitation to talk with the makers. Ask about methods, materials and how a work fits into an artist’s larger practice. If you are considering a purchase for home, ask about care and shipping before you leave the booth.
A Verde Valley day
The park sits in Old Town Cottonwood, close to galleries, restaurants and tasting rooms. The organizer also lists a scavenger hunt, free raffle and children’s craft area, with leashed pets welcome. Make an art-first pass through the booths, then use the surrounding town for a meal or break before returning to favorites.
Before you go
Sunday closes an hour earlier than Friday and Saturday. Check the official site for final artist and access details. Save the show profile or compare other October events in our Weekend Finder.
Advance guide based on organizer information checked October 5, 2026. The featured image is original conceptual editorial art and does not document this event or participating artists’ work.