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It’s Friday, Yuma! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy, Kite Fest 2026, and Volkswagens on the River + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Community history comes alive: Arizona’s Road to 250 traveling museum recently stopped in Yuma, celebrating America’s 250th with history presentations, local organizations, and handouts. The tour continues to spark civic pride and reflection — read the full story.
Celebrating healthy living through art: ECH Yuma named winners of its Healthy Heart Coloring Contest on February 25, celebrating heart-smart art with gift baskets. The hospital says similar events will run every month in Yuma — read the full story.
Retire well on less: Looking to stretch retirement dollars, a recent article names nine Arizona cities to live on $1,750 a month, including nearby San Luis, plus Bisbee, Nogales, Sierra Vista, and Kingman — read the full list and perks.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Hand-thrown treasures, anyone? Tomkins Pottery crafts one-of-a-kind, high-fired stoneware and sculptural pieces by Neely and George Tomkins, tucked into a cozy gift shop and gallery in Yuma’s Historic North End. For kitchens and coffee rituals alike, their functional work is art made to be used.
Backyard upgrade, handled: Patio feeling more “meh” than “meet me outside”? Westerner General Contracting LLC builds decks, patios, and shade structures that beat the Yuma sun without the carport look. Expect lasting craft and easy style, so happy hour at home actually feels like one.
Seafood cravings, sorted: Whether you’re craving crisp fish tacos, citrusy shrimp ceviche, or a whole fried red snapper you won’t share, Mariscos Mar Azul Yuma delivers pure mariscos joy. It’s easy: they cook, you savor, while seaside flavors do the talking.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🚗 Volkswagens on the River @ Yuma County Fairgrounds | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – Nothing says Yuma classic like a silver-anniversary VW camp-out, show, and swap at the fairgrounds. Pitch the tent, admire air-cooled beauties, and enjoy chicken, the first keg, trophies, raffles, kids events, and a pancake send-off, all benefiting Crossroads Mission. Volkswagens only, because standards matter.
🥃 Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy @ Old St. Paul’s Event Center | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 PM – Swap the usual bar hop for a moody Yuma speakeasy where Poe’s tales are served neat. Expect four story-inspired cocktails, a sly lead mixologist, and Poe historians spinning delightfully morbid lore. It sells out fast, so claim your seat, and your alibi.
🚶 Hector’s Annual Walk-A-Thon @ Butterfield Park (Wellton) | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Lace up, Wellton. Hector’s Annual 5K Walk-A-Thon is the kind of neighborhood shuffle where you trade small talk for steps, support a good cause, and earn your breakfast burrito at Butterfield Park. Bring your comfy shoes, your favorite gossip, and that #milesforhector spirit.
✈ 2026 Yuma Airshow @ Marine Corps Air Station | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – The Yuma Airshow is roaring back with Marines showing off the F-35B, Ospreys, vintage warbirds, and that ridiculous jet truck you secretly love. Entry and parking are free, with upgrades if you like shade, cushy seats, and not juggling snacks. Bring earplugs, thank me later.
🎨 Sunset Saguaros Paint Class @ Grove 95 | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Desert evening calls for brushstrokes and bites at Grove95, where Artsy Fartsy walks you step by step through a Sunset Saguaros painting on an 11×14. All supplies, local goodies, and zero pressure included. Reserve a spot, bring a friend, leave surprisingly pleased with yourself.
🪁 Kite Fest 2026 @ Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Yuma Kite Fest is filling the PAAC skies with color, music, and a breeze that makes wind useful. Bring a kite or borrow one from Parks and Rec, then enjoy food vendors, open space, and quality time pretending you meant that nosedive. Free, all ages.
⚒ Intro Blacksmithing: 4-Leaf Clover @ Weld Like A Girl | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Skip the green beer and make your own luck at a hands-on blacksmithing class where you heat, hammer, and MIG weld horseshoes into a 4-leaf clover. Small group, all safety gear provided, refreshments on hand, and yes, you get to keep the bragging rights.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Yuma report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 96°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 96. North wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. Southwest wind around 0 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 94°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 58. West southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
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