Scottsdale Convention Visitors Bureau
Events

Events for 03/14/2010 - 03/20/2010

14 March

The Original Wildcat Jass Band
  • March 14 (One Day Only)
  • Times: 3:00 PM
  • Location: ASU Kerr Cultural Center
  • Contact: Jane Samson
  • Phone: (480) 596-2660
  • Admission: $15

The Wildcats will present the music of the Roaring Twenties, featuring artists such as Louis Armstrong, Jelly Roll Morton, and Paul Whiteman.

Allan Houser: Tradition to Abstraction
  • November 21 - May 30
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 8 a.m - 8 p.m.
  • Location: Desert Botanical Garden
  • Phone: (480) 941-1225
  • Admission: Included with paid Garden admission

The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to present an exhibition of work by renowned Native American artist Allan Houser.

Avenue Q
  • March 09 - March 14
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 02:00 PM, 07:30 PM
  • Location: ASU Gammage
  • Phone: (480) 965-8969
  • Admission: $19.75 - $66.00

AVENUE Q is Broadway's smash-hit, Tony Award® winner for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. A hilarious show full of heart and hummable tunes, AVENUE Q is about trying to make it in NYC with big dreams and a tiny bank account. Called "one of the funniest shows you're ever likely to see" by Entertainment Weekly, AVENUE Q features a cast of people and puppets who tell the story in a smart, risqué and downright entertaining way. The New Yorker calls it "subversive and uproarious!"

Adult content and language; discretion is advised.

AVENUE Q has not been authorized or approved by The Jim Henson Company or Sesame Workshop, which have no responsibility for its content.

Running Time: 2 hours, 10 mins., including intermission

For more information on showtimes and prices go to our website at www.asugammage.com.
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Ansel Adams: Discoveries
  • January 31 - June 06
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

This exhibition offers new insight and deeper understanding for Ansel Adams' greatest works and features 120 photographs and dozens of archival items, such as proof prints, negatives and equipment, from the Center for Creative Photography.

Tea and Immortality: Contemporary Chinese Yixing Teawares from The James Bialac Collection
  • February 20 - April 25
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

Since the 14th century the Yixing region has been known for the production of teawares made with its unique sandy clay. This extraordinary collection showcases the wide variety of lively and creative work linked to a historical tradition.

Exposing Time
  • March 06 - June 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Noon – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and major holidays.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: $10 adults; $8 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $4 children ages 6 to 17; Child

Many photographers have exploited the ability of photography to document changes that occur over long periods of time. This exhibition seeks to offer engaging visual experiences enriched by various approaches to the project of documenting change.

Devoured
  • March 13 - March 14
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Check PhxArt.org closer to the event for additional details!
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222

A two-day gourmet experience featuring independent Phoenix restaurants, wineries from across the globe, and seminars by Arizona culinary leaders. Benefits Phoenix Art Museum, Local First Arizona and hundreds of independent metro Phoenix restaurants.

A Night of Music and Comedy with Martin Short

Emmy Award-winning actor and comedian Martin Short performs an energetic combination of songs, videos, bits and sketches.    

Arizona Fine Art Expo
  • January 14 - March 28
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Thunderbird Artists, Inc.
  • Phone: (480) 837-7163
  • Admission: Season Pass: $8, Seniors & Military: $7, Children 12 and under: Free

The EXPO unites an impressive gathering of 100 nationally celebrated and award-winning artists that passionately produce art in studios. They can be seen painting in all mediums, sketching in pen & ink, pastels and pencil, assembling mosaics, sculpting clay, carving wood, composing mixed media on canvas, welding, designing and sculpting jewelry. Outside, artists can be found working in outdoor cabanas carving alabaster, etching stone, welding metal, steel and copper, patina finishing, glass fusing and more!

Be sure to also check out the newly created two-acre sculpture garden, the Koi pond and waterfalland live music and artist demonstrations on the weekend.  Come and spend just a few hours or the whole day!

Chuck Close Prints: Process and Collaboration
  • February 13 - April 09
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Fri - Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thu: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Phone: (480) 874-4666
  • Admission: Adults: $7, Students: $5, Children 15 and under: Free, Free on Thursdays

Chuck Close has explored the art of printmaking for more than 30 years. This survey constitutes a remarkable self-portrait of the creative drive and vision of one of America’s most important living artists.

The Urban Encounter
  • March 04 - March 18
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm / Thursday ArtWalk: 7pm-9pm / Sunday: 12pm-4pm
  • Location: Scottsdale Fine Art
  • Phone: (480) 990-3100
  • Admission: FREE

This year Scottsdale Fine Art is putting a twist on their annual landscape show. In the past this show would traditionally have included pastoral scenes and canyon vistas.  Instead, the urban landscape is the theme of this extraordinary show featuring works by five talented artists.  The combined works of artists Gil Dellinger, Allen Garns, Randy Ford, Nobuhito Tanaka and John Salminen demonstrate a breadth of urban subject matter as well as offering an exciting array of techniques and mediums.  Heralding from all points of our nation, each of the artists in this show has captured urban locations they commonly encounter.

Be sure to also join us for the Artist Reception on Thursday, March 11 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hotel Valley Ho Architectural Walking Tours
  • March 09 (No End Date)
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: By appointment only; Tuesdays & Saturdays at 10am, or choose a day & time at your convenience.
  • Location: Hotel Valley Ho
  • Phone: (480) 248-2000
  • Admission: $19.56 per person; the fee includes discounts at Trader Vic's and VH Spa

By appointment only. The tours explore the classic mid-century modern design elements of the hotel, built in 1956, while sharing the history and legends associated with its famous Hollywood guests. Led by experts from Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours.

15 March

Allan Houser: Tradition to Abstraction
  • November 21 - May 30
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 8 a.m - 8 p.m.
  • Location: Desert Botanical Garden
  • Phone: (480) 941-1225
  • Admission: Included with paid Garden admission

The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to present an exhibition of work by renowned Native American artist Allan Houser.

Ansel Adams: Discoveries
  • January 31 - June 06
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

This exhibition offers new insight and deeper understanding for Ansel Adams' greatest works and features 120 photographs and dozens of archival items, such as proof prints, negatives and equipment, from the Center for Creative Photography.

Tea and Immortality: Contemporary Chinese Yixing Teawares from The James Bialac Collection
  • February 20 - April 25
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

Since the 14th century the Yixing region has been known for the production of teawares made with its unique sandy clay. This extraordinary collection showcases the wide variety of lively and creative work linked to a historical tradition.

Exposing Time
  • March 06 - June 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Noon – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and major holidays.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: $10 adults; $8 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $4 children ages 6 to 17; Child

Many photographers have exploited the ability of photography to document changes that occur over long periods of time. This exhibition seeks to offer engaging visual experiences enriched by various approaches to the project of documenting change.

Arizona Fine Art Expo
  • January 14 - March 28
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Thunderbird Artists, Inc.
  • Phone: (480) 837-7163
  • Admission: Season Pass: $8, Seniors & Military: $7, Children 12 and under: Free

The EXPO unites an impressive gathering of 100 nationally celebrated and award-winning artists that passionately produce art in studios. They can be seen painting in all mediums, sketching in pen & ink, pastels and pencil, assembling mosaics, sculpting clay, carving wood, composing mixed media on canvas, welding, designing and sculpting jewelry. Outside, artists can be found working in outdoor cabanas carving alabaster, etching stone, welding metal, steel and copper, patina finishing, glass fusing and more!

Be sure to also check out the newly created two-acre sculpture garden, the Koi pond and waterfalland live music and artist demonstrations on the weekend.  Come and spend just a few hours or the whole day!

Western Classics Show
  • March 15 - March 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday 10 Am to 5:30 PM
  • Location: Trailside Galleries
  • Contact: Joan Griffith
  • Phone: (480) 945-7751
  • Admission: Free

Western Classics Show, an exhibit of new works by members of the Cowboy Artists of America and prominent Western Artists. Showcases included: Shawn Cameron, Brenda Murphy and Cynthia Rigden. Artists Reception Thurs. March 25th from 7-9 PM.

Chuck Close Prints: Process and Collaboration
  • February 13 - April 09
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Fri - Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thu: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Phone: (480) 874-4666
  • Admission: Adults: $7, Students: $5, Children 15 and under: Free, Free on Thursdays

Chuck Close has explored the art of printmaking for more than 30 years. This survey constitutes a remarkable self-portrait of the creative drive and vision of one of America’s most important living artists.

The Urban Encounter
  • March 04 - March 18
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm / Thursday ArtWalk: 7pm-9pm / Sunday: 12pm-4pm
  • Location: Scottsdale Fine Art
  • Phone: (480) 990-3100
  • Admission: FREE

This year Scottsdale Fine Art is putting a twist on their annual landscape show. In the past this show would traditionally have included pastoral scenes and canyon vistas.  Instead, the urban landscape is the theme of this extraordinary show featuring works by five talented artists.  The combined works of artists Gil Dellinger, Allen Garns, Randy Ford, Nobuhito Tanaka and John Salminen demonstrate a breadth of urban subject matter as well as offering an exciting array of techniques and mediums.  Heralding from all points of our nation, each of the artists in this show has captured urban locations they commonly encounter.

Be sure to also join us for the Artist Reception on Thursday, March 11 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hotel Valley Ho Architectural Walking Tours
  • March 09 (No End Date)
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: By appointment only; Tuesdays & Saturdays at 10am, or choose a day & time at your convenience.
  • Location: Hotel Valley Ho
  • Phone: (480) 248-2000
  • Admission: $19.56 per person; the fee includes discounts at Trader Vic's and VH Spa

By appointment only. The tours explore the classic mid-century modern design elements of the hotel, built in 1956, while sharing the history and legends associated with its famous Hollywood guests. Led by experts from Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours.

16 March

Allan Houser: Tradition to Abstraction
  • November 21 - May 30
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 8 a.m - 8 p.m.
  • Location: Desert Botanical Garden
  • Phone: (480) 941-1225
  • Admission: Included with paid Garden admission

The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to present an exhibition of work by renowned Native American artist Allan Houser.

Ansel Adams: Discoveries
  • January 31 - June 06
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

This exhibition offers new insight and deeper understanding for Ansel Adams' greatest works and features 120 photographs and dozens of archival items, such as proof prints, negatives and equipment, from the Center for Creative Photography.

Tea and Immortality: Contemporary Chinese Yixing Teawares from The James Bialac Collection
  • February 20 - April 25
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

Since the 14th century the Yixing region has been known for the production of teawares made with its unique sandy clay. This extraordinary collection showcases the wide variety of lively and creative work linked to a historical tradition.

Exposing Time
  • March 06 - June 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Noon – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and major holidays.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: $10 adults; $8 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $4 children ages 6 to 17; Child

Many photographers have exploited the ability of photography to document changes that occur over long periods of time. This exhibition seeks to offer engaging visual experiences enriched by various approaches to the project of documenting change.

Talk Cinema

Talk Cinema offers sneak previews of independent and foreign films before their theatrical release. Screenings are followed by moderated conversations hosted by guest critics, filmmakers and other experts.

Arizona Fine Art Expo
  • January 14 - March 28
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Thunderbird Artists, Inc.
  • Phone: (480) 837-7163
  • Admission: Season Pass: $8, Seniors & Military: $7, Children 12 and under: Free

The EXPO unites an impressive gathering of 100 nationally celebrated and award-winning artists that passionately produce art in studios. They can be seen painting in all mediums, sketching in pen & ink, pastels and pencil, assembling mosaics, sculpting clay, carving wood, composing mixed media on canvas, welding, designing and sculpting jewelry. Outside, artists can be found working in outdoor cabanas carving alabaster, etching stone, welding metal, steel and copper, patina finishing, glass fusing and more!

Be sure to also check out the newly created two-acre sculpture garden, the Koi pond and waterfalland live music and artist demonstrations on the weekend.  Come and spend just a few hours or the whole day!

Western Classics Show
  • March 15 - March 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday 10 Am to 5:30 PM
  • Location: Trailside Galleries
  • Contact: Joan Griffith
  • Phone: (480) 945-7751
  • Admission: Free

Western Classics Show, an exhibit of new works by members of the Cowboy Artists of America and prominent Western Artists. Showcases included: Shawn Cameron, Brenda Murphy and Cynthia Rigden. Artists Reception Thurs. March 25th from 7-9 PM.

Chuck Close Prints: Process and Collaboration
  • February 13 - April 09
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Fri - Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thu: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Phone: (480) 874-4666
  • Admission: Adults: $7, Students: $5, Children 15 and under: Free, Free on Thursdays

Chuck Close has explored the art of printmaking for more than 30 years. This survey constitutes a remarkable self-portrait of the creative drive and vision of one of America’s most important living artists.

The Urban Encounter
  • March 04 - March 18
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm / Thursday ArtWalk: 7pm-9pm / Sunday: 12pm-4pm
  • Location: Scottsdale Fine Art
  • Phone: (480) 990-3100
  • Admission: FREE

This year Scottsdale Fine Art is putting a twist on their annual landscape show. In the past this show would traditionally have included pastoral scenes and canyon vistas.  Instead, the urban landscape is the theme of this extraordinary show featuring works by five talented artists.  The combined works of artists Gil Dellinger, Allen Garns, Randy Ford, Nobuhito Tanaka and John Salminen demonstrate a breadth of urban subject matter as well as offering an exciting array of techniques and mediums.  Heralding from all points of our nation, each of the artists in this show has captured urban locations they commonly encounter.

Be sure to also join us for the Artist Reception on Thursday, March 11 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hotel Valley Ho Architectural Walking Tours
  • March 09 (No End Date)
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: By appointment only; Tuesdays & Saturdays at 10am, or choose a day & time at your convenience.
  • Location: Hotel Valley Ho
  • Phone: (480) 248-2000
  • Admission: $19.56 per person; the fee includes discounts at Trader Vic's and VH Spa

By appointment only. The tours explore the classic mid-century modern design elements of the hotel, built in 1956, while sharing the history and legends associated with its famous Hollywood guests. Led by experts from Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours.

17 March

Allan Houser: Tradition to Abstraction
  • November 21 - May 30
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 8 a.m - 8 p.m.
  • Location: Desert Botanical Garden
  • Phone: (480) 941-1225
  • Admission: Included with paid Garden admission

The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to present an exhibition of work by renowned Native American artist Allan Houser.

Ansel Adams: Discoveries
  • January 31 - June 06
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

This exhibition offers new insight and deeper understanding for Ansel Adams' greatest works and features 120 photographs and dozens of archival items, such as proof prints, negatives and equipment, from the Center for Creative Photography.

Tea and Immortality: Contemporary Chinese Yixing Teawares from The James Bialac Collection
  • February 20 - April 25
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

Since the 14th century the Yixing region has been known for the production of teawares made with its unique sandy clay. This extraordinary collection showcases the wide variety of lively and creative work linked to a historical tradition.

Exposing Time
  • March 06 - June 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Noon – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and major holidays.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: $10 adults; $8 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $4 children ages 6 to 17; Child

Many photographers have exploited the ability of photography to document changes that occur over long periods of time. This exhibition seeks to offer engaging visual experiences enriched by various approaches to the project of documenting change.

Arizona Fine Art Expo
  • January 14 - March 28
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Thunderbird Artists, Inc.
  • Phone: (480) 837-7163
  • Admission: Season Pass: $8, Seniors & Military: $7, Children 12 and under: Free

The EXPO unites an impressive gathering of 100 nationally celebrated and award-winning artists that passionately produce art in studios. They can be seen painting in all mediums, sketching in pen & ink, pastels and pencil, assembling mosaics, sculpting clay, carving wood, composing mixed media on canvas, welding, designing and sculpting jewelry. Outside, artists can be found working in outdoor cabanas carving alabaster, etching stone, welding metal, steel and copper, patina finishing, glass fusing and more!

Be sure to also check out the newly created two-acre sculpture garden, the Koi pond and waterfalland live music and artist demonstrations on the weekend.  Come and spend just a few hours or the whole day!

Western Classics Show
  • March 15 - March 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday 10 Am to 5:30 PM
  • Location: Trailside Galleries
  • Contact: Joan Griffith
  • Phone: (480) 945-7751
  • Admission: Free

Western Classics Show, an exhibit of new works by members of the Cowboy Artists of America and prominent Western Artists. Showcases included: Shawn Cameron, Brenda Murphy and Cynthia Rigden. Artists Reception Thurs. March 25th from 7-9 PM.

Chuck Close Prints: Process and Collaboration
  • February 13 - April 09
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Fri - Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thu: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Phone: (480) 874-4666
  • Admission: Adults: $7, Students: $5, Children 15 and under: Free, Free on Thursdays

Chuck Close has explored the art of printmaking for more than 30 years. This survey constitutes a remarkable self-portrait of the creative drive and vision of one of America’s most important living artists.

The Urban Encounter
  • March 04 - March 18
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm / Thursday ArtWalk: 7pm-9pm / Sunday: 12pm-4pm
  • Location: Scottsdale Fine Art
  • Phone: (480) 990-3100
  • Admission: FREE

This year Scottsdale Fine Art is putting a twist on their annual landscape show. In the past this show would traditionally have included pastoral scenes and canyon vistas.  Instead, the urban landscape is the theme of this extraordinary show featuring works by five talented artists.  The combined works of artists Gil Dellinger, Allen Garns, Randy Ford, Nobuhito Tanaka and John Salminen demonstrate a breadth of urban subject matter as well as offering an exciting array of techniques and mediums.  Heralding from all points of our nation, each of the artists in this show has captured urban locations they commonly encounter.

Be sure to also join us for the Artist Reception on Thursday, March 11 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hotel Valley Ho Architectural Walking Tours
  • March 09 (No End Date)
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: By appointment only; Tuesdays & Saturdays at 10am, or choose a day & time at your convenience.
  • Location: Hotel Valley Ho
  • Phone: (480) 248-2000
  • Admission: $19.56 per person; the fee includes discounts at Trader Vic's and VH Spa

By appointment only. The tours explore the classic mid-century modern design elements of the hotel, built in 1956, while sharing the history and legends associated with its famous Hollywood guests. Led by experts from Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours.

18 March

Allan Houser: Tradition to Abstraction
  • November 21 - May 30
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 8 a.m - 8 p.m.
  • Location: Desert Botanical Garden
  • Phone: (480) 941-1225
  • Admission: Included with paid Garden admission

The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to present an exhibition of work by renowned Native American artist Allan Houser.

Ansel Adams: Discoveries
  • January 31 - June 06
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

This exhibition offers new insight and deeper understanding for Ansel Adams' greatest works and features 120 photographs and dozens of archival items, such as proof prints, negatives and equipment, from the Center for Creative Photography.

Tea and Immortality: Contemporary Chinese Yixing Teawares from The James Bialac Collection
  • February 20 - April 25
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

Since the 14th century the Yixing region has been known for the production of teawares made with its unique sandy clay. This extraordinary collection showcases the wide variety of lively and creative work linked to a historical tradition.

Exposing Time
  • March 06 - June 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Noon – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and major holidays.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: $10 adults; $8 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $4 children ages 6 to 17; Child

Many photographers have exploited the ability of photography to document changes that occur over long periods of time. This exhibition seeks to offer engaging visual experiences enriched by various approaches to the project of documenting change.

Native Trails
  • January 21 - April 10
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday, Saturday
  • Times: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Mall
  • Phone: (480) 421-1004
  • Admission: FREE

Every January through April the outdoor amphitheater at the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, just north of the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, comes alive with Native American music, dance, art and traditional foods.

Arizona Fine Art Expo
  • January 14 - March 28
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Thunderbird Artists, Inc.
  • Phone: (480) 837-7163
  • Admission: Season Pass: $8, Seniors & Military: $7, Children 12 and under: Free

The EXPO unites an impressive gathering of 100 nationally celebrated and award-winning artists that passionately produce art in studios. They can be seen painting in all mediums, sketching in pen & ink, pastels and pencil, assembling mosaics, sculpting clay, carving wood, composing mixed media on canvas, welding, designing and sculpting jewelry. Outside, artists can be found working in outdoor cabanas carving alabaster, etching stone, welding metal, steel and copper, patina finishing, glass fusing and more!

Be sure to also check out the newly created two-acre sculpture garden, the Koi pond and waterfalland live music and artist demonstrations on the weekend.  Come and spend just a few hours or the whole day!

Western Classics Show
  • March 15 - March 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday 10 Am to 5:30 PM
  • Location: Trailside Galleries
  • Contact: Joan Griffith
  • Phone: (480) 945-7751
  • Admission: Free

Western Classics Show, an exhibit of new works by members of the Cowboy Artists of America and prominent Western Artists. Showcases included: Shawn Cameron, Brenda Murphy and Cynthia Rigden. Artists Reception Thurs. March 25th from 7-9 PM.

Chuck Close Prints: Process and Collaboration
  • February 13 - April 09
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Fri - Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thu: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Phone: (480) 874-4666
  • Admission: Adults: $7, Students: $5, Children 15 and under: Free, Free on Thursdays

Chuck Close has explored the art of printmaking for more than 30 years. This survey constitutes a remarkable self-portrait of the creative drive and vision of one of America’s most important living artists.

Scottsdale ArtWalk
  • January 07 - December 30
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday
  • Times: Every Thursday, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Gallery Association
  • Phone: (480) 945-8475
  • Admission: Free

Scottsdale ArtWalk is perfect for a casual evening with friends and family or for those searching for that special piece. Many special exhibitions, demonstrations and entertainment are offered each Thursday night from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

The Urban Encounter
  • March 04 - March 18
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm / Thursday ArtWalk: 7pm-9pm / Sunday: 12pm-4pm
  • Location: Scottsdale Fine Art
  • Phone: (480) 990-3100
  • Admission: FREE

This year Scottsdale Fine Art is putting a twist on their annual landscape show. In the past this show would traditionally have included pastoral scenes and canyon vistas.  Instead, the urban landscape is the theme of this extraordinary show featuring works by five talented artists.  The combined works of artists Gil Dellinger, Allen Garns, Randy Ford, Nobuhito Tanaka and John Salminen demonstrate a breadth of urban subject matter as well as offering an exciting array of techniques and mediums.  Heralding from all points of our nation, each of the artists in this show has captured urban locations they commonly encounter.

Be sure to also join us for the Artist Reception on Thursday, March 11 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hotel Valley Ho Architectural Walking Tours
  • March 09 (No End Date)
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: By appointment only; Tuesdays & Saturdays at 10am, or choose a day & time at your convenience.
  • Location: Hotel Valley Ho
  • Phone: (480) 248-2000
  • Admission: $19.56 per person; the fee includes discounts at Trader Vic's and VH Spa

By appointment only. The tours explore the classic mid-century modern design elements of the hotel, built in 1956, while sharing the history and legends associated with its famous Hollywood guests. Led by experts from Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours.

19 March

Native American Arts, Crafts & Jewelry Show
  • January 16 - December 17
  • Recurring monthly on the 3rd Friday
  • Times: Fridays, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; and Sundays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Radisson Fort McDowell Resort
  • Phone: (800) 715-0328
  • Admission: Free

Fans of fine Native art can come out to visit with Native artisans, watch demonstrations and cultural performances or just talk art in a relaxed atmosphere.

NU (Native + You) at the Heard
  • July 17 - May 21
  • Recurring monthly on the 3rd Friday
  • Times: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
  • Location: Heard Museum
  • Phone: (602) 252-8840
  • Admission: FREE

Join the crowd of young adults and fans of Native American art who get together every third Friday to nosh, listen to local bands and meet the artists who show their work at he world-renowned Heard Museum. 

Allan Houser: Tradition to Abstraction
  • November 21 - May 30
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 8 a.m - 8 p.m.
  • Location: Desert Botanical Garden
  • Phone: (480) 941-1225
  • Admission: Included with paid Garden admission

The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to present an exhibition of work by renowned Native American artist Allan Houser.

Ansel Adams: Discoveries
  • January 31 - June 06
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

This exhibition offers new insight and deeper understanding for Ansel Adams' greatest works and features 120 photographs and dozens of archival items, such as proof prints, negatives and equipment, from the Center for Creative Photography.

Tea and Immortality: Contemporary Chinese Yixing Teawares from The James Bialac Collection
  • February 20 - April 25
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

Since the 14th century the Yixing region has been known for the production of teawares made with its unique sandy clay. This extraordinary collection showcases the wide variety of lively and creative work linked to a historical tradition.

Exposing Time
  • March 06 - June 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Noon – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and major holidays.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: $10 adults; $8 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $4 children ages 6 to 17; Child

Many photographers have exploited the ability of photography to document changes that occur over long periods of time. This exhibition seeks to offer engaging visual experiences enriched by various approaches to the project of documenting change.

Martha Graham Dance Company

The founders of modern dance perform Prelude and Revolt, a multi-media theatrical event with narration, projections and performances of Graham’s seminal works.

Fridays at the Borgata
  • October 23 - April 01
  • Recurring weekly on Friday
  • Times: 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m. & 4:00p.m. - 6:00p.m.
  • Location: The Borgata of Scottsdale
  • Phone: (602) 953-6538
  • Admission: FREE

Visit Fridays at the Borgata to browse stores and beautiful Italian architecture of the Borgata while shopping for fresh produce, artisan breads, French linens, homemade nuts, olive oil and much more. Farmers' market from 10am - 4pm and from 4pm - 6pm, enjoy the sounds of some of the valley's best bands.

Arizona Fine Art Expo
  • January 14 - March 28
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Thunderbird Artists, Inc.
  • Phone: (480) 837-7163
  • Admission: Season Pass: $8, Seniors & Military: $7, Children 12 and under: Free

The EXPO unites an impressive gathering of 100 nationally celebrated and award-winning artists that passionately produce art in studios. They can be seen painting in all mediums, sketching in pen & ink, pastels and pencil, assembling mosaics, sculpting clay, carving wood, composing mixed media on canvas, welding, designing and sculpting jewelry. Outside, artists can be found working in outdoor cabanas carving alabaster, etching stone, welding metal, steel and copper, patina finishing, glass fusing and more!

Be sure to also check out the newly created two-acre sculpture garden, the Koi pond and waterfalland live music and artist demonstrations on the weekend.  Come and spend just a few hours or the whole day!

Western Classics Show
  • March 15 - March 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday 10 Am to 5:30 PM
  • Location: Trailside Galleries
  • Contact: Joan Griffith
  • Phone: (480) 945-7751
  • Admission: Free

Western Classics Show, an exhibit of new works by members of the Cowboy Artists of America and prominent Western Artists. Showcases included: Shawn Cameron, Brenda Murphy and Cynthia Rigden. Artists Reception Thurs. March 25th from 7-9 PM.

Chuck Close Prints: Process and Collaboration
  • February 13 - April 09
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Fri - Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thu: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Phone: (480) 874-4666
  • Admission: Adults: $7, Students: $5, Children 15 and under: Free, Free on Thursdays

Chuck Close has explored the art of printmaking for more than 30 years. This survey constitutes a remarkable self-portrait of the creative drive and vision of one of America’s most important living artists.

6th Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine Affaire
  • March 19 - March 21
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: 16810 E. Avenue of the Fountains in Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268
  • Phone: (480) 837-5637
  • Admission: $3 (18 years and up), Parking is Free

Over 125 nationally acclaimed and award-winning fine artisans from throughout the United States and abroad with over 5,000 original pieces of fine art on display for the enjoyment and/or purchase of patrons.

Featured Artist: Master Old painting duo, David Richey Johnsen and Thomas elmo Williams. Their pieces combine soft tones and subtle elements to depict city and industrial life.

There will also be live entertainment, wine tasting, and food.

Hotel Valley Ho Architectural Walking Tours
  • March 09 (No End Date)
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: By appointment only; Tuesdays & Saturdays at 10am, or choose a day & time at your convenience.
  • Location: Hotel Valley Ho
  • Phone: (480) 248-2000
  • Admission: $19.56 per person; the fee includes discounts at Trader Vic's and VH Spa

By appointment only. The tours explore the classic mid-century modern design elements of the hotel, built in 1956, while sharing the history and legends associated with its famous Hollywood guests. Led by experts from Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours.

20 March

Allan Houser: Tradition to Abstraction
  • November 21 - May 30
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 8 a.m - 8 p.m.
  • Location: Desert Botanical Garden
  • Phone: (480) 941-1225
  • Admission: Included with paid Garden admission

The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to present an exhibition of work by renowned Native American artist Allan Houser.

Ansel Adams: Discoveries
  • January 31 - June 06
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

This exhibition offers new insight and deeper understanding for Ansel Adams' greatest works and features 120 photographs and dozens of archival items, such as proof prints, negatives and equipment, from the Center for Creative Photography.

Tea and Immortality: Contemporary Chinese Yixing Teawares from The James Bialac Collection
  • February 20 - April 25
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wed: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thu - Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: Adults: $10; Seniors (65+) and full-time students with ID: $8, Children ages 6 to 17: $4

Since the 14th century the Yixing region has been known for the production of teawares made with its unique sandy clay. This extraordinary collection showcases the wide variety of lively and creative work linked to a historical tradition.

Exposing Time
  • March 06 - June 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Noon – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and major holidays.
  • Location: Phoenix Art Museum
  • Phone: (602) 257-1222
  • Admission: $10 adults; $8 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $4 children ages 6 to 17; Child

Many photographers have exploited the ability of photography to document changes that occur over long periods of time. This exhibition seeks to offer engaging visual experiences enriched by various approaches to the project of documenting change.

Martha Graham Dance Company

The founders of modern dance perform Prelude and Revolt, a multi-media theatrical event with narration, projections and performances of Graham’s seminal works.

Rewind Remix Replay: Design, Music & Everyday Experience
  • January 02 - May 22
  • Recurring every 7 days
  • Times: Closed Mondays / Tuesday-Wed, Fri-Sat: 10a-5p / Thursday 10a-8p / Sun: 12p-5p
  • Location: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Phone: (480) 874-4666
  • Admission: $7 adults / $5 students / Free Children 15 and under / Free on Thursdays

Design and music intersect in Rewind Remix Replay: Design, Music & Everyday Experience at the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. See how the designs of instruments and playback devices have shaped our experience of music.

Native Trails
  • January 21 - April 10
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday, Saturday
  • Times: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Mall
  • Phone: (480) 421-1004
  • Admission: FREE

Every January through April the outdoor amphitheater at the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, just north of the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, comes alive with Native American music, dance, art and traditional foods.

Arizona Fine Art Expo
  • January 14 - March 28
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Thunderbird Artists, Inc.
  • Phone: (480) 837-7163
  • Admission: Season Pass: $8, Seniors & Military: $7, Children 12 and under: Free

The EXPO unites an impressive gathering of 100 nationally celebrated and award-winning artists that passionately produce art in studios. They can be seen painting in all mediums, sketching in pen & ink, pastels and pencil, assembling mosaics, sculpting clay, carving wood, composing mixed media on canvas, welding, designing and sculpting jewelry. Outside, artists can be found working in outdoor cabanas carving alabaster, etching stone, welding metal, steel and copper, patina finishing, glass fusing and more!

Be sure to also check out the newly created two-acre sculpture garden, the Koi pond and waterfalland live music and artist demonstrations on the weekend.  Come and spend just a few hours or the whole day!

Western Classics Show
  • March 15 - March 27
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Monday-Saturday 10 Am to 5:30 PM
  • Location: Trailside Galleries
  • Contact: Joan Griffith
  • Phone: (480) 945-7751
  • Admission: Free

Western Classics Show, an exhibit of new works by members of the Cowboy Artists of America and prominent Western Artists. Showcases included: Shawn Cameron, Brenda Murphy and Cynthia Rigden. Artists Reception Thurs. March 25th from 7-9 PM.

Chuck Close Prints: Process and Collaboration
  • February 13 - April 09
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Fri - Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thu: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Phone: (480) 874-4666
  • Admission: Adults: $7, Students: $5, Children 15 and under: Free, Free on Thursdays

Chuck Close has explored the art of printmaking for more than 30 years. This survey constitutes a remarkable self-portrait of the creative drive and vision of one of America’s most important living artists.

6th Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine Affaire
  • March 19 - March 21
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Location: 16810 E. Avenue of the Fountains in Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268
  • Phone: (480) 837-5637
  • Admission: $3 (18 years and up), Parking is Free

Over 125 nationally acclaimed and award-winning fine artisans from throughout the United States and abroad with over 5,000 original pieces of fine art on display for the enjoyment and/or purchase of patrons.

Featured Artist: Master Old painting duo, David Richey Johnsen and Thomas elmo Williams. Their pieces combine soft tones and subtle elements to depict city and industrial life.

There will also be live entertainment, wine tasting, and food.

Spring Healing Wildflower Show
  • March 20 - June 20
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday and Sunday by appointment
  • Location: Gallery Andrea
  • Phone: (480) 481-2530
  • Admission: Free

Experience the blooming wildflowers of Arizona captured by de Kerpely-Zak. Her wildlflower African Daisies have been published together with Georgia O'Keeffe in the magazine Arizona Highways.

Hotel Valley Ho Architectural Walking Tours
  • March 09 (No End Date)
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: By appointment only; Tuesdays & Saturdays at 10am, or choose a day & time at your convenience.
  • Location: Hotel Valley Ho
  • Phone: (480) 248-2000
  • Admission: $19.56 per person; the fee includes discounts at Trader Vic's and VH Spa

By appointment only. The tours explore the classic mid-century modern design elements of the hotel, built in 1956, while sharing the history and legends associated with its famous Hollywood guests. Led by experts from Ultimate Art & Cultural Tours.


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