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Scottsdale AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter – Introduction to the Camino de Santiago

Jan 03, 2026 10:30AM—12:00AM

Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. See the Scottsdale Public Library Event Calendar for more details.

The Valley of the Sun chapter will be providing their Camino 101 presentation in the Civic Center auditorium Last year, more than 100 people participated in this event. Before you set out on your adventure on the 500-mile Camino de Santiago Walk, join us to become acquainted with the history, landscapes, and what it’s like…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, New Year Stroll

Jan 01, 2026 9:00AM—11:00AM

Arizona Biltmore - 6505 North 20th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Easy social walk along Arizona Canal. Total distance: 3 miles easy Time: ~ 2 hour leisurely pace walking and coffee ABOUT THIS WALK: While the Camino de Santiago is generally the topic of conversation on all our hikes, this stroll is specifically targeted to those who are still trying to learn about the Camino and…

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Scottsdale AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Holiday Hot Chocolate Walk

Dec 13, 2025 4:00PM—7:30PM

Meet at Paiute Neighborhood Center, 6535 East Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

4:15 – Hot Chocolate and Holiday Raffle – If the forecast calls for ‘Baby It’s Cold Outside’, we will bundle up and pretend we are experiencing a ‘White Christmas’ while we enjoy hot chocolate, holiday treats. Bring your own mixers if you want to feel a bit more jolly (Irish Cream, Kahlua, and Peppermint Schnapps…

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Phoenix AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Thanksgiving Day Pilgrims Walk

Nov 27, 2025 7:30AM

Papago Park Ponds, 625 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Calling all Pilgrims to Papago Park!!! Let’s gather with fellow pilgrims to give thanks for the blessings of a pilgrimage. We have so much to be thankful for, which becomes even more evident after walking a pilgrimage. Traditionally this day of thanks is about a different type of pilgrim but why not turn it into…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Apache Wash Trail Hike

Nov 22, 2025 8:00AM—11:00AM

Apache Wash Trailhead, 1600 E Sonoran Desert Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85085

Apache Wash is part of the City of Phoenix Sonoran Preserve and is located in North Phoenix. Moderate 6 mile hike with approx. 750 feet elevation Starting from the Apache Wash Trailhead, we’ll head NE along the Sidewinder Trail loop. Following it along a few turns we’ll reach the intersection with the Apache Vista Trail.…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Via Francigena Pilgrimage to Rome

Nov 20, 2025 6:00PM—7:00PM

Zoom - Phoenix Time Zone

Join experienced Valley of the Sun pilgrims Donna Simon and Darryl & Kathleen Toupkin as they share their experiences walking the Italian segment of the ancient Via Francigena pilgrimage to Rome. The presenters will provide information via Zoom: Overview of their experience on this route Elevation profile and stages Typical trail conditions, scenery, food, accommodation…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Welcome Home Ceremony

Nov 15, 2025 4:00PM—6:30PM

Papago Park Ramada 2, 625 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Let’s all gather to welcome home 2025 pilgrims! We can’t wait to hear about their experiences along the Way and unpack any mental/emotional/spiritual revelations they still carry. This is also a perfect excuse to gather in the cooler weather! Hear about experiences on the Camino from 2025 Enjoy meeting fellow pilgrims Fun Raffles Potluck –…

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