Register and bid on our auction and support the Festival of Science. You do not need to attend the event to participate! Every dollar raised goes towards STEM education in Flagstaff.

Auction is open from Nov. 5 – Nov. 15 (closes at 7:30 p.m. MST)

The auction features incredible items and experiences such as: 

Caduceas Cellars Private Tasting and Tour

1 Hour Interior Design consultation

Mushroom Foraging Experience

Estate Planning with an Attorney

Guided archeological walk @ Picture Canyon

“Premium Access” experience at Lowell’s 24″ Dyer Telescope

Professional Photography Package

Family Stargazer Trip, incl. sleeping in a geometric dome

The enchanted harvest themed Festival Fête takes place on November 15th.

The Fête brings together supporters, dreamers, and friends who believe in the power of STEM education in Flagstaff. Together, we will share in the bounty of the harvest—reflecting on the impact made possible through your generosity, and planting seeds for an even brighter future.

Held at the Gardens at Viola’s, the event features science experiences and demonstrations for adults, catered dinner and refreshments, and an auction.

What to expect:

Experience Stations –

Calendula Salve Making Station

Calendula has been used medicinally for centuries. Come learn more about this vibrant herb and how to make a healing salve from the flowers, perfect for dry winter skin!

Fruit Tree Propagation Station

Learn the basic whys and hows of fruit tree propagation! From seed collection to germination and planting.

Ethnobotanical Herb Station

Museum of Northern Arizona will be serving herbal tea samples featuring plants from the Colorado Plateau as well as showcasing ethnobotanical samples such as medicinal and dye plants.

Beeswax Candle Rolling 

Create your own natural beeswax candle in this hands-on, nature-inspired experience. Participants will roll small golden sheets of pure local Flagstaff beeswax and adorn them with pressed fall leaves for a touch of seasonal beauty.

Presentation on Natural and Cultural Resource Management and Conservation by Ethnobotanist, Carrie Cannon

Autumnal Menu by Artisan’s Kitchen Catering

Live and Silent auctions with Auctioneer, Larry Cohen

Step and Repeat with Professional Photographer

The event is a celebratory fundraiser for the Flagstaff Festival of Science.

A few tickets have opened up (as of 11.4.25). Email Elizabeth.Vogler@scifest.org to check on availability.