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9th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival on Veterans Day, November 11

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date May 1, 2017

SAHUARITA, Ariz. –The 9th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival is Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hosted by the Green Valley Pecan Company, the Sahuarita Pecan Festival offers family-friendly activities for all ages while supporting local community organizations.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is held at the Green Valley Pecan Company, 1625 E. Sahuarita Road, Sahuarita, AZ. Festival attendees can take advantage of the free shuttle service from two locations around Sahuarita: Walden Grove High School, and Sahuarita School District’s parking lot. Also, parking (general and disabled) will be available immediately south of the festival grounds for $5 per car. Most of the festival grounds and parking areas are not paved; please take care and be aware of the grounds when getting around.

The Festival averages nearly 20,000 attendees each year. Over the past seven years, the Festival has raised more than $25,000 and 7,000 pounds of food for local charities. Additional information can also be found on Facebook (/SahuaritaPecanFestival) and Twitter (@PecanFestival).

Our planning is underway. Please check back for full details.

· The 9th Annual Pecan Classic Nut Run/Walk, starting at 9 a.m. Register online at www.taggrun.com/event/pecan-classic; register by Oct. 31 to receive a free tech T-shirt.

· The Kid’s Area will include bounce houses, carnival games, bungee jumping and pony rides and our popular Arabian horse demonstrations presented by Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association.

· Arts and crafts vendors in the marketplace, selling locally made, unique items perfect for holiday shopping.

· Food vendors from all over Southern Arizona, preparing BBQ, sweets, and treats.

· A Heritage Area, featuring tractor pull contests, antique tractor displays, and Model A cars.

· Horse-drawn wagon rides into the orchard for pecan harvest demonstrations.

· A Pecan Pie Contest, sponsored by Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque. The entry fee is $10 and the registration form, due on Nov 10, can be found on the Festival website, along with additional details.

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Nut Run 2017 Photo Gallery

Post author By Paula Beemer
Post date May 1, 2017

The Continental School District Educational Foundation was the beneficiary of this year’s Nut Run 5K Run/Walk that took place on Saturday, April 22, 2017. The race route followed a scenic course on the orchards south of Sahuarita Road on dirt roads and trails through the pecan orchards, giving runners a unique opportunity to see the farm and enjoy the most amazing running experience under the trees. Winners walked out with medals, nutcrackers trophies and pecans!

Previous recipients of the Nut Run include Sahuarita 4H, Green Valley Senior Games, Sahuarita Educational Enrichment Foundation. Last year’s beneficiary was Sahuarita Unified School District.

This gallery is a testimony of the fun and success the event was this year.

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8th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival Draws Nearly 25,000

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date November 21, 2016

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – On Saturday, Nov. 12, the 8^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival welcomed nearly 25,000 guests, topping last year’s attendance of 20,000. The 2016 Festival raised almost $25,000 benefitting student organizations and community partners, in addition to the food that was collected for the Community Food Bank – Green Valley; in exchange for canned food, guests were able to ride a horse-drawn wagon through the orchard for a harvest demonstration.

“FICO and The Green Valley Pecan Company are pleased to once again offer this free, family-friendly event for the community. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival continues to grow every year, becoming a tradition in the Santa Cruz River Valley for families from across Southern Arizona. The Festival offers unique entertainment, shopping opportunities, and a variety of food choices while supporting local organizations, such as the Community Food Bank – Green Valley and the Boy Scouts of Southern Arizona,” said Bruce Caris, COO of The Green Valley Pecan Company.

The Pecan Classic Run was held in the morning with more than 350 participants. And as always, Power from the Past Tractor Pull was especially popular. The kids’ area was once again sponsored by Green Valley News and Sahuarita Sun. Returning this year was Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association (SAAHA) with parades and demonstrations.

The Pecan Store expanded its store tent by 2500 square feet for the day. It was still bustling with customers to pick their favorite treats as the Festival was shutting down. Guests that missed the Festival or would like to purchase additional products can visit the Pecan Store seven days a week, Monday through Saturday from 9am to 5pm, Sundays from 10am to 4pm, or online at www.pecanstore.com.

The partnership with KGUN9 and Tucson’s CW has grown to include many of their top news and entertainment personalities on site to greet fans throughout the day. Big Al has been a fixture at the event since year one and this year he brought along Erin Christiansen and many others. The partnership with KGUN9 and Tucson’s CW and the on-air, on-line support they have provided is a major contributor to this year’s success.

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Sahuarita Pecan Festival Maps Have Been Posted

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date November 5, 2016

The 8th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival is a week away! Here are this year’s maps.

Sahuarita Pecan Festival Grounds

This year’s Festival attractions include:

· The 8th Annual Pecan Classic Nut Run/Walk, starting at 9 a.m. Register online at www.taggrun.com/event/pecan-classic

· A Kid’s Area, sponsored by Green Valley News and Sahuarita Sun. The Kid’s Area will include bounce houses, carnival games, bungee jumping and pony rides and our popular Arabian horse demonstrations presented by Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association.

· Arts and crafts vendors in the marketplace, selling locally made, unique items perfect for holiday shopping.

· Food vendors from all over Southern Arizona, preparing BBQ, sweets, and treats.

· A Heritage Area, featuring tractor pull contests, antique tractor displays, and Model A cars.

· Horse-drawn wagon rides into the orchard for pecan harvest demonstrations. Cost is $1 per person (free for kids five years old or younger), or donate non-perishable food items.

· A Pecan Pie Contest, sponsored by Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque. The entry fee is $10 and the registration form, due on Nov 11, can be found on the Festival website, along with additional details.

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Who Can Make The BEST Pecan Pie? Register for the 2016 Pecan Pie Contest!

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date September 30, 2016

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – The 8^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival, a good old fashioned country fair, is holding its 4th annual Pecan Pie Contest, presented by Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque.

Pie contest registration forms can be found at either the Mama’s Hawaiian Barbecue (15990 S Rancho Sahuarita Blvd) in Sahuarita’s Fry’s Marketplace or online at www.sahuaritapecanfestival.com. The entry fee is $10 and entrants will receive a 1 lb bag of pecan halves for baking. Contest participants will be recognized on the Sahuarita Pecan Festival Facebook, website and during the judging at the Festival on Nov. 12, 2016. Gift certificates and pecans will be awarded.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Green Valley Pecan Company, 1625 E. Sahuarita Road, Sahuarita, AZ. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival averages nearly 20,000 attendees each year. Over the past seven years, the Festival has raised more than $20,000 and 6,000 pounds of food for local charities.

Local organizations that will benefit from Sahuarita Pecan Festival 2016 are: Sahuarita Educational Enrichment Foundation, Green Valley Sahuarita Community Food Bank, Sahuarita Unified School District and Optimist Club of Green Valley. Sponsorships and vendor participation and other activities enable the Sahuarita Pecan Festival to financially support the work of these local groups.

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Second Race of the 2016 Orchard Series Fast Approaching

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date July 12, 2016

BREEZE IN THE TREES AT GREEN VALLEY PECAN ORCHARDS IS JULY 23

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – Green Valley Pecan Company is hosting the 6th Annual Breeze in the Trees 5K on Saturday, July 23, 2016. The race begins at 6:30 a.m. at the Green Valley Pecan Farm, starting near the Pecan Store parking lot. Registration and bib pickup on the day of the race opens at 5:30 a.m. Cost is $30 for all participants; free t-shirts guaranteed for entries received by July 17. All ages are welcome; no dogs allowed on the course. Registration is available online through Tagg Running Events.

The Breeze in the Trees 5K is the second of three races in the Orchard Series, counting down to the 8th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival and the Pecan Classic on Nov. 12. These races offer participants a unique inside look at the farm by running under the trees on dirt roads and trails. The Orchard Series kicked off with the Nut Run on April 16, drawing more than 200 participants and raising more than $600 for student organizations at Sahuarita Unified School District.

This year, the Breeze in the Trees event is benefiting the Walden Grove High School football team. All runners and guests can enjoy a complimentary pancake breakfast served by Rural Metro Fire Department. The Pecan Store will have modified hours for July 23, opening early at 8:00 am and closing at 5:00 pm.

For more information regarding this event, please visit www.TaggRun.com. For information regarding FICO/Green Valley Pecan Company, please call (520) 791-2852.

More information on the Sahuarita Pecan Festival, including vendor and sponsorship details, is now available on the Festival’s website at www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com. Connect on Facebook (/SahuaritaPecanFestival) or Twitter (@PecanFestival) for the latest updates on the 2016 #PecanFest.

DATE: July 23, 2016

LOCATION: Green Valley Pecan Company, 1625 E Sahuarita Road, Sahuarita 85629

TIME: Race starts 6:30 AM. Day of Race Registration begins at 5:30 AM.

COST: 17 and under $20 until 6/30/2016; 18 and over $25 until 6/30/2016. ALL PARTICIPANTS $30.00 7/1/2016 THROUGH DAY OF RACE.

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7th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival Draws Nearly 25,000

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date November 23, 2015

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – On Saturday, Nov. 14, the 7^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival welcomed nearly 25,000 guests, topping last year’s attendance of 20,000. The 2015 Festival raised almost $15,000 benefiting student organizations and community partners. Approximately 700 pounds of food was collected for the Green Valley Sahuarita Community Food Bank; in exchange for canned food, guests were able to ride a horse-drawn wagon through the orchard for a harvest demonstration.

“FICO and The Green Valley Pecan Company look forward to welcoming our guests every year. The festival continues to grow and has become a tradition in the Santa Cruz River Valley for families from across Southern Arizona. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival offers unique entertainment while supporting local organizations, such as the Green Valley Sahuarita Community Food Bank,” said Bruce Caris, COO of The Green Valley Pecan Company.

The Pecan Classic Run was held in the early morning with approximately 300 participants. And as always, Power from the Past Tractor Pull was especially popular. The kids’ area was once again sponsored by Green Valley News and Sahuarita Sun. Returning this year was Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association (SAAHA) with parades and demonstrations.

The partnership with KGUN9 and Tucson’s CW has grown to include many of their top news and entertainment personalities on site to greet fans throughout the day. Big Al has been a fixture at the event since year one and this year he brought along Guy Atchley, Erin Christiansen and many others. The partnership with KGUN9 and Tucson’s CW and the on-air, on-line support they have provided is a major contributor to this year’s success.

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SAHUARITA PECAN FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 3rd ANNUAL PECAN PIE CONTEST

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date October 12, 2015

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – The 7^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival, a good old fashioned country fair, is holding its 3^rd annual Pecan Pie Contest, presented by Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque.

Contest registration forms can be found at either the Mama’s Hawaiian Barbecue location in Sahuarita’s Fry’s Marketplace or online at www.sahuaritapecanfestival.com. The entry fee is $10 and entrants will receive a 1 lb bag of pecan halves for baking. Contest participants will be recognized on the Pecan Festival Facebook, website and during the judging at the Festival on Nov. 14, 2015. Gift certificates and pecans will be awarded.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Green Valley Pecan Company, 1625 E. Sahuarita Road, Sahuarita, AZ. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival averages nearly 20,000 attendees each year. Over the past six years, the Festival has raised more than $20,000 and 6,000 pounds of food for local charities.

Local organizations that will benefit from Sahuarita Pecan Festival 2015 are: Sahuarita Educational Enrichment Foundation, Green Valley Sahuarita Community Food Bank, Sahuarita Unified School District, Sahuarita Explorers, Optimist Club of Green Valley and Valle Verde Rotary. Sponsorships and vendor participation and other activities enable the Sahuarita Pecan Festival to financially support the work of these local groups.

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7th ANNUAL SAHUARITA PECAN FESTIVAL GEARING UP

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date September 28, 2015

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – Preparations are well under way for the 7^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival, an old-fashioned country fair with activities for all ages. Hosted by The Green Valley Pecan Company, it will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Green Valley Pecan Company, 1625 E. Sahuarita Road, Sahuarita. Admission to the Festival will be free.

“We are excited to open the farm for our guests to learn about agriculture and the heritage of the Santa Cruz River Valley. The festival is now a tradition in southern Arizona, with more than 20,000 people attending this one-day event,” said Jennifer Zubieta, Director of Community Relations and Events.

The day’s festivities will kick off with the Pecan Classic Nut Run/Walk at 8 a.m. To register, go to taggrun.com. Register by Oct. 31, 2015 to receive your commemorative T-shirt.

This year’s festival attractions include a KID’s Zone, sponsored by the Sahuarita Sun. The KID’s Zone will include bounce houses, carnival games, bungee jumping and pony rides and our popular Arabian Horse demonstrations presented by the Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association (SAAHA).

As in years past, there will be arts and crafts vendors in the marketplace to start your holiday shopping. Also, food vendors from throughout Southern Arizona will be preparing great barbeque and other local fare along with sweets and treats.

Our heritage area will feature the always-popular tractor pull contests, antique tractor displays, and the heritage tent where guests can learn about traditional basket weaving, and agriculture and history of the Santa Cruz River Valley. Horse-drawn wagon rides into the orchard for pecan harvest demonstrations will be available for either a food or monetary donation to the Green Valley-Sahuarita Community Food Bank.

Now in its third year, the Sahuarita Pecan Pie Contest is sponsored by Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque. The entry fee is $10 and entrants will receive a 1 lb bag of pecan halves for baking. Registration forms can be found at either the Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque location in Sahuarita or at www.sahuaritapecanfestival.com.

Festival attendees can take advantage of the free shuttle service from three locations around Sahuarita: Walden Grove High School, Quail Creek Grill parking lot, and Sahuarita Unified School District parking lot.

Also, parking (general and disabled) will be available immediately south of the festival grounds for $5.00 per car; a portion of the proceeds going to local community organizations volunteering at the Sahuarita Pecan Festival.

Most of the festival grounds and parking areas are not paved, so please take care and be aware of the grounds when getting around.

Sahuarita Pecan Festival is Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Green Valley Pecan Company, 1625 E. Sahuarita Road, Sahuarita, AZ. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival averages nearly 20,000 attendees each year. Over the past six years, the Festival has raised more than $20,000 and 6,000 pounds of food for local charities.

For the latest updates, please visit the official Festival website at

Web: www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/sahuaritapecanfestival.com