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This Event is Hosted by: The Town of Payson
Fiddle and Food Truck Festival
September 22nd-24th, 2023
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Payson is proud to host Arizona’s State Fiddling Championship. Come one, come all and enjoy the musical offerings of Arizona’s most talented fiddlers. From the youngest (small fry) to the eldest (senior), we’re sure that you will be delighted by their talent. Bring the family and lawn chairs and join us at Green Valley Park for a truly enjoyable afternoon full of music and amazing food trucks. Divisions will go in order, times not guaranteed.
When
September 22nd @ 6pm
September 23rd @ 9am
September 24th @ 9am
Where
Green Valley Park
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Vendor Opportunities
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All Performances are FREE to the public.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
TEN DOLLAR WEDDING
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
6pm-8pm
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
THE PURPLE HULLS
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
6pm-8pm
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
ARIZONA WILDFLOWERS
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
5pm-6pm

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
Fiddle Festival
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
Join us at Green Valley Park for a free, fun family day full of fiddlin’ music. Food Truck vendors will be on site.
Note: Divisions and Competition categories may appear earlier or later than the time expressed on the schedule based on participation. Times are not guaranteed.

J.W. & Vertielee Floyd Memorial – Arizona State Championship
Contest begins at 9:00am
Come one, come all and enjoy the musical offerings of Arizona’s most talented fiddlers. From the youngest (small fry) to the eldest (senior), we’re sure that you will be delighted by their talent. Bring the family and some chairs and join us at Green Valley Park for a truly enjoyable afternoon full of music and sunshine. Divisions will go in order, times not guaranteed.
9:00am | Introductions & National Anthem
Contest Divisions:
Small Fry Division (ages 8 and under)
Junior Junior Division (ages 9-12)
Junior Division (ages 13-17)
*10-Minute Break*
Young Adult Division (ages 18-39)
Senior Division (ages 65+)
Adult Division (ages 40-64)
*10-Minute Break*
Awards Annnouncement/Tie Breaker for Young Adult, Senior, and Adult Division
Above events are free for spectators. Fiddle Contest participants can register at the below button.Â
Fiddle Festivities Continue
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Fiddler’s Jam at the Park (If Time Allots)
Workshops 4pm-5pm
Workshops hosted by the Bands
Begginner | Intermediate | Advanced
Beginning at 5pm | Green Valley Park
Free Concert available to the public.
Opening announcements- age division winner recognition
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
Fiddle Festival
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
Join us at Green Valley Park for a free, fun family day full of fiddlin’ music. Food Truck vendors will be on site.
Note: Divisions and Competition categories may appear earlier or later than the time expressed on the schedule based on participation. Times are not guaranteed.

J.W. & Vertielee Floyd Memorial – Arizona State Championship
9:00am | Contests
Contest:
Twin Competition
Band Competition
10:00am | Arizona Fiddle State Championship Finals
Finals:
Grand Champion Division Round 1
Trick Division Round
Grand Champion Division Round 2
Awards Announcement and Pictures
Above events are free for spectators. Fiddle Contest participants can register at the below button.Â


Katy Lou and Penny Lea Clark
The Purple Hulls
 The Purple Hulls continue their travels based from their family farm (where they really grow purple hulls peas!) and for the last twelve years have been sharing their unique and authentic, uplifting and energetic acoustic-driven music with churches, festivals, and venues across the horizons of America & Europe.

SAVORY
Tamale King
Culvers
K Star BBQ
Indian Fry Bread
The Huntress
Bento Guy
Andiamo Pizza
Gila Hogs

DESSERTS
& SNACKS
Cool Treats
Kona Ice
Nora Jean Koffee

Kiwanis Club is Proud to Host this Years Beer Garden.Â

Event Safety Information
No Alcohol or Smoking
There will be no alcohol or smoking allowed at Green Valley Park. This rule is strictly enforced by staff and Law Enforcement. Violators may be asked to leave the Park and/or face charges.
§ 93.12 Parks and Natural Areas Criminal Conduct
No Ground Stakes
We encourage you to bring shade if desired, however, weighing down canopies is mandatory. (If you do not have your canopy properly weighed down, you will be asked to take it down for safety reasons).
Staking is not allowed in the park. If you bring a canopy, please be prepared to weigh it down with sand or another weight.
§93.04 Usage Rules (G)
No Charcoal Grills
Charcoal Grills are not allowed on Town Property.
§ 93.04 Usage Rules (I)

This event is proudly put on by our Payson Parks and Recreation Department. For questions and to follow our updates, please follow our social media accounts or reach out to our office.
928-472-5110Â |Â [email protected]Â | 1000 W. Country Club Dr. Payson, AZ
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FAQ
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Where do I park?
What should we bring?
To enjoy this weekend to its fullest, be sure to bring sunscreen, plenty of water, chairs or blankets, and shade!Â
Weighing down canopies is mandatory. (If you do not have your canopy properly weighed down, you will be asked to take it down for safety reasons). Staking is not allowed in the park. If you bring a canopy, please be prepared to weigh it down with sand or another weight. Stakes cannot be used.
PUBLIC NOTICES
- Dogs are welcome as long as they are mild-mannered. Town ordinances require that they must be leashed at all times.
- Public consumption of alcohol is prohibited in the park and at all listed events.
- Staking is not allowed in the park. If you bring a canopy, please be prepared to weigh it down with sand or another weight. Stakes cannot be used.
- Charcoal or Wood Grills are not allowed during the event within Green Valley Park.
Please help us keep our park beautiful and other spectators safe.
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Phone | (928) 472-5110
Email | [email protected]
1000 W. Country Club Dr.
Payson, AZ 85541
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Payson, AZ 85541
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