Yuma Kite Festival set for March 14

The City of Yuma Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to the annual Kite Festival on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex (1700 E. 8th Street). This free, family-friendly event offers an afternoon of fun as kites fly in the sky.

01/23/2026 8:52 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, January 22

01/22/2026 10:59 AM

Yuma Launches Arizona’s First AI-Powered Permitting Pilot Program with Alynea to Help Streamline Permit Submissions

The City of Yuma’s Department of Community Development has launched an optional pilot program designed to help applicants submit more complete building permit applications and reduce review timelines.

01/22/2026 8:18 AM

Yuma Art Center to host Smithsonian exhibition “Spark! Places of Innovation”

The City of Yuma’s Arts and Culture Division invites the community to experience “Spark! Places of Innovation,” a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution on display February 20 through March 28, 2026, at the Yuma Art Center (254 South Main Street).

01/21/2026 12:49 PM

City’s annual Neighborhood Cleanup starts January 26

The City of Yuma Public Works Department will begin its annual Neighborhood Cleanup program on Monday, January 26, 2026, offering curbside collection of bulky household items for residents within Yuma city limits.

01/20/2026 3:34 PM

City of Yuma Road Report, January 15

01/15/2026 12:04 PM

City Hall Closed in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Trash collection updates for Monday and Tuesday service

01/12/2026 11:41 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, January 8

01/08/2026 11:30 AM

Yuma Salutes America’s 250 — A Star-Spangled Celebration

The City of Yuma invites the community to come together for a day of music, family-friendly activities, and patriotic pride during Yuma Salutes America’s 250 – A Star-Spangled Celebration, happening Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 3 to 11 p.m. at Desert Sun Stadium (1280 W. Desert Sun Drive).

01/08/2026 7:13 AM

Yuma Art Center Presents “The Mousetrap” by Agatha Christie

The City of Yuma’s Arts and Culture Division invites the community to experience a dinner theater production of “The Mousetrap,” the world’s longest-running play, at the Yuma Art Center (254 S. Main Street). Performances are scheduled for February 5–8 and February 12–14.

01/07/2026 7:13 AM

City Recognizes 2025 Yuma Way Star Award Recipients

The City of Yuma recognized its 2025 Yuma Way Star Award nominees and winners at its annual award ceremony on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. The Yuma Way Star Awards honor employees and teams who exemplify our core values of - Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness.

01/06/2026 12:44 PM

City announces January Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

The City of Yuma will host its next Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Day on Saturday, January 10, 2026, providing residents with a safe and convenient way to dispose of hazardous household material at no cost.

01/06/2026 11:23 AM

City of Yuma to Hold Career Exploration Fair February 4

The City of Yuma will host a Career Exploration Fair on Wednesday, February 4, from 10 a.m. to noon in the East Wing of the Yuma Civic Center (1440 W. Desert Hills Drive), offering residents an opportunity to learn more about the wide range of careers available within the organization.

01/05/2026 1:35 PM

City of Yuma Road Report, December 31, 2025

12/31/2025 12:51 PM

BBQ and Brew Festival Returns to Downtown Yuma February 28

Downtown Yuma will once again be filled with the sights, sounds, and flavors of the BBQ and Brew Festival when the popular community event returns on Saturday, February 28, from 12 to 9 p.m.

12/31/2025 10:50 AM

AGFest Returns to Downtown Yuma January 24

The City of Yuma invites the community to celebrate local agriculture at the second annual AGFest on Saturday, January 24, from 1 to 9 p.m. in Downtown Yuma.

12/29/2025 1:11 PM

Live Christmas Tree Recycling Program opens December 26

The City of Yuma will once again offer its annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program, giving residents a convenient, free way to recycle their Christmas trees after the holiday season. The program will occur December 26 through January 4.

12/24/2025 11:00 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, December 24, 2025

12/24/2025 8:27 AM

Holiday Closures Announced for City Hall

In observance of the winter holidays, Yuma City Hall will be closed Thursday, December 25; Friday, December 26; and Thursday, January 1. Additionally, City hall will be closed Friday, January 2, as part of its rotating Friday schedule.

12/18/2025 11:38 AM

City of Yuma Road Report, December 18, 2025

12/18/2025 8:37 AM