THINGS TO DO AROUND ARIZONA

Mountain Artists Guild Fine Art & Wine Festival

Prescott — Arizona’s official quaint small town (or so it would seem) — hosts one of its more popular festivals as the picturesque Courthouse Plaza fills with more than 140 artisans offering their creations. You’ll find works in all sorts of media, including metal, ceramics, glass and canvas. Visit the wine garden for samples from local wineries.

9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 12; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, May 13. Courthouse Plaza, 120 S. Cortez St., Prescott. Free admission; charge for wine-tasting tickets. 928-445-2510, www.Prescott ArtFestivals.com.

Details: Riordan Second Sunday Special Tour

Step back to 1904 and hear stories of survival and success in young Flagstaff as the Riordan ladies share their tales during a guided mansion tour. These popular tours are recommended for age 12 and older. Space is limited, so reservations are required. Reservations and information can be obtained by calling the park. Does not include regular tour admission to Riordan Mansion.

2-3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 13. Riordan Mansion State Historic Park, 409 W. Riordan Road, Flagstaff. $15. www.azstateparks.com/riordan.

Details: Summer Safari Nights begins

Reid Park Zoo in Tucson offers themed nights on Fridays throughout the summer, with live music, zookeeper chats, animal encounters, wildlife activities and food and drink specials.

6-8 p.m. Fridays, May 18Aug. 3. Reid Park Zoo, 3400 Zoo Court, Tucson. $6.50-$10.50. 520-791-4022, reidparkzoo.org.

Details: Overland Expo West

Come check out the latest overlandfocused gear, products and services and take part in a huge number of specialized classes and programs at what is known as a premier overlanding event in the world. Fans of DIY outdoor travel adventures will walk away full of inspiration for their next journey.

May 18-20. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Fort Tuthill County Park, 3 miles south of Flagstaff off Interstate 17. $15-$130. overlandexpo.com/west.

Details: Yarnell Daze

This family-friendly event offers 12 hours of free fun activities for all ages. The highlight is the parade with floats, antique cars, horses, clowns and more. Start the day with a pancake breakfast and then watch cadets demonstrate firefighter skills. Stay for the live music and dancing and check out the food court when hunger strikes.

7 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, May 19. Parade starts at 10 a.m. Various locations around Yarnell. Free. 928-2776674, yarnelldaze.com.

Details: Flagstaff Train Day

Train fans of all ages enjoy a day of train-related activities in Flagstaff Train Day. Check out the live music, crafts and displays of railroad items, and take the youngsters to the Kids Depot. A cake cutting with Mayor Coral Evans is scheduled for 10 a.m. and from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. children can hop aboard for the Kiddie Caboose Train Rides. Check the website for additional activities.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 19. Flagstaff Visitor Center, 1 E. Route 66, Flagstaff. Free. flagstaffarizona.org/ trainday.

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