Rex Allen Days
Fall festival · Arizona
Willcox throws its whole downtown open for Rex Allen Days, a western heritage weekend named for the town's singing-cowboy son, running October 1 to 4, 2026. Expect a Saturday morning parade down Railroad Avenue, a rodeo, a car show, and wine tasting from the vineyards that ring this apple and wine country corner of southeastern Arizona.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
75th annual Rex Allen Days; GCPRA rodeo Oct 3-4 (2 p.m. Oct 3), Saturday morning parade, Cowboy Hall of Fame Dinner Oct 1 at 6:30 p.m.
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: November 5–November 9
Color builds from October 23 · mostly bare by December 1
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Rex Allen Days’s own coordinates and elevation (1272 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Plan from a city
Frequently asked
- When is Rex Allen Days open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Oct 1 – Oct 4. 75th annual Rex Allen Days; GCPRA rodeo Oct 3-4 (2 p.m. Oct 3), Saturday morning parade, Cowboy Hall of Fame Dinner Oct 1 at 6:30 p.m.. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Rex Allen Days peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 5–November 9 (best estimate November 7). Color starts around October 23 and is mostly bare by December 1.
- What is Rex Allen Days best for?
- A small-town western weekend near Arizona wine country.
- How do I get to Rex Allen Days?
- The closest city is Tucson, about 67 mi away. It's part of Arizona's fall lineup.
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