University Women to Hear Update on Verde Valley Fair and Fairgrounds

Coleen Gilboy, Director of the Verde Valley Fair Association, will share the mission, programming, and future plans for the annual event and year-round facilities.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:09pm

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The University Women of Sedona will host their next informational meeting on Monday, April 6, where they will receive an update on the Verde Valley Fair and fairgrounds from Coleen Gilboy, the Director of the Verde Valley Fair Association. Gilboy will discuss the mission of the fairgrounds, the variety of year-round programming, and what's in store for the future of the Fair and the facilities.

Why it matters

The Verde Valley Fair has a long history of promoting youth development and providing an educational and entertaining annual event for the community. Under Gilboy's leadership, the fairgrounds have expanded their operations to serve as a multipurpose facility for public and private events throughout the year, contributing to the cultural and economic vitality of the region.

The details

Coleen Gilboy, the Director of the Verde Valley Fair Association, will share details about the mission of the fairgrounds, the breadth and variety of their year-round programming, and what's in store for the future of the Fair and the facilities. When Gilboy took over in 2013, the fairgrounds were facing closure, but she has since built the first new buildings and upgrades in almost 30 years, and grown the staff.

  • The University Women of Sedona will host their next informational meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:30 am.
  • This year's Verde Valley Fair is set for April 29 - May 3, 2026.

The players

Coleen Gilboy

The Director of the Verde Valley Fair Association, who has served in this role since 2013. Gilboy has been a Verde Valley resident for over 36 years and has a passion for helping non-profits in financial trouble.

University Women of Sedona

A local organization that hosts informational meetings and provides scholarships to support women in furthering their educational opportunities at accredited local colleges and universities.

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What they’re saying

“On almost every weekend there might be anything going on from weddings and reunions to gem and mineral shows.”

— Coleen Gilboy, Director of the Verde Valley Fair Association

What’s next

The University Women of Sedona's next informational meeting on the Verde Valley Fair and fairgrounds is scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:30 am.

The takeaway

The Verde Valley Fair and fairgrounds have evolved from a seasonal event to a year-round community hub, serving as a multipurpose facility for a variety of public and private events. Under the leadership of Coleen Gilboy, the fairgrounds have expanded their programming and facilities, contributing to the cultural and economic vitality of the region.