Things to do this weekend in Prescott
Friday night
Live music starts on Whiskey Row around 8 p.m. most weekends. Several bars rotate cover bands and Arizona singer-songwriters. The Elks Theatre runs first-run films and occasional concerts.
Saturday morning
Walk the Peavine Trail at Watson Lake or the Thumb Butte Loop. The Prescott Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings on the YRMC parking lot from May through October.
Saturday afternoon
Downtown shops open by 10 a.m. Grab lunch on a Whiskey Row patio, then browse Cortez Street antiques. The Fourth Friday Art Walk is a key Friday tradition; check dates if you are visiting in summer.
Sunday recovery
Brunch is the move. Several downtown spots run weekend-only brunch menus until early afternoon. Add a short hike at Granite Basin or a coffee shop afternoon to wrap up.
Frequently asked
Are weekends busy in summer?+
Yes. Restaurants fill up and lake parking is tight after 10 a.m. Friday and Saturday nights. Plan early.
Where can I find a live music calendar?+
Most Whiskey Row bars post lineups on Instagram and Facebook. The Elks Theatre lists big shows on its site.
Are events free?+
Many plaza events are. Concerts at venues charge cover. Markets are free to walk.
What if it rains?+
Sharlot Hall Museum, Phippen Museum, downtown shops, and the Elks Theatre handle a wet afternoon fine.
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