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Free things to do in Sedona

4 kinds of free outings in and around Sedona.

Good days out in Sedona don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.

Parks

10 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.

  • Barbara Antonsen Memorial Park1.4 mi from downtown
  • Sedona Dog Park1.3 mi from downtown
  • Sedona Military Service Park1.7 mi from downtown
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Libraries

Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.

  • Sedona Public Library3250 White Bear Rd
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Hiking

Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.

  • Crescent Moon Ramada4 mi southwest
  • Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin4 mi southwest
  • Cave Spring9 mi north
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Wildlife viewing

Birding and nature watching on public land.

  • Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin4 mi southwest
  • Cave Spring9 mi north
  • Pine Flat Campground West10 mi north
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Around town

Sedona-Jordan Historical Park- Fruit Packing House-1946-1
Sedona-Jordan Historical Park- Fruit Packing House-1946-1Marine 69-71 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Sedona-Jordan Historical Park- Winona Railroad Station and Telegraph office-1890
Sedona-Jordan Historical Park- Winona Railroad Station and Telegraph office-1890Marine 69-71 · CC BY-SA 4.0
2014 Arizona Sedona red rocks
2014 Arizona Sedona red rocks 04Nicholas Hartmann · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Questions

What are free things to do in Sedona?

Parks, Libraries, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.

Are there free events in Sedona this weekend?

Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.

Do I need a library card to use the library?

No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.

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