Saturday, November 13, 2021 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Old Town Cottonwood will be transformed as the annual festival Walkin’ on Main returns for its 12th year. The family-friendly festival in celebration of Veteran’s Day will include a full day of festivities, such as wine tasting (all vets receive an additional two tasting tickets), a classic car show, live music, and a variety of local vendors – all set amongst the shops, boutiques, tasting rooms and galleries lining the streets of Old Town Cottonwood.
“We are excited to be back after missing a year due to COVID,” said Paula Woolsey, festival organizer. “This is usually one of the more widely attended festivals in Northern Arizona so we are thrilled to again be showcasing all that Cottonwood has to offer to families, wine lovers, car enthusiasts, music fans and art aficionados from across the state. There’s truly something for everyone.”
Walkin’ on Main is co-hosted by the City of Cottonwood and the Verde Valley Wine Consortium. This year’s premiere sponsor is Red Rock Collision. Activities for the day include the following:
Wine Tasting hosted by 11 local wineries within the Verde Valley Wine Consortium
Featuring some of the state’s finest quality wines, oenophiles can enjoy 6 tastes + a commemorative glass (tickets are available online at www.azwom.com, or $25 at the door – all veterans and VVWC members will receive 2 additional tasting tickets), as well as purchase wines by the glass, bottle or case to enjoy later or save for holiday gift-giving. Wineries in attendance will include:
1764 Vineyards
Alcantara Vineyards
Arizona Stronghold Vineyards
Burning Tree Cellars
Cove Mesa Vineyard
Da Vines Vineyard
Heart Wood Cellars
High Lonesome Vineyard
Page Springs Cellars
Salt Mine Wine
Winery 101
Live Sidewalk Art
The Mingus Union Art Club will be creating live art along the street sidewalks, along with fine art exhibits on display, nearby the charming art galleries and shops that line Old Town Cottonwood.
Classic Car Show hosted by Red Rock Collision
Car lovers will rejoice to see some of the state’s most unique cars, trucks and collectible models that will be on display for photo opportunities and good ol’ fashion car talk.
To register for the car show, go here.
Live Music Throughout the Day
Known for its entertainment, Walkin’ on Main makes music a priority with a full line-up throughout the day. The Mingus High School Rock Band kicks things off at 11 a.m., followed by Moon Tsunami featuring Paul Valentine from 1:30 to 3 p.m. and wrapping up with the Well-Dressed Wolves from 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Local Artisans
From local artists and craft makers to dog adoptions, there will be a variety of local vendors in attendance, selling their wares, homemade fare and more.
To register as a vendor, go here.
Walkin’ on Main is FREE to attend. Wine tasting tickets are available for purchase online at www.azwom.com, or at the door day-of for $25 (all veterans and VVWC members will receive 2 additional tasting tickets).
For more information or a full lineup of entertainment, wineries, artists and vendors, visit www.azwom.com or call 928.639.3200.
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