Awesome Attractions for Summer
Discover Native America
The world-renowned Heard Museum and Heard Museum North Scottsdale explore Native American cultures through art, artifacts, multi-media presentations and children’s hands-on activities. Both branches of the Heard also offer Southwestern cuisine at their on-site cafes.
32633 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
480-488-9817
www.heard.org
At the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa, Native American culture is explored weekly through song and dance during a free Friday night event. Beginning at 5 p.m., guests can catch performances of traditional dances such as the hoop dance.
7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd.
Scottsdale AZ 85258
480-444-1234
www.scottsdale.hyatt.com
Celebrate Music at the MIM
The Musical Instrument Museum is super high-tech, with wireless headsets that tune-in automatically to the streaming audio at each display and let you hear instruments from 200 countries around the world. Don’t miss the Experience Room where you can try your hand at a harp, bang a gong and play other exotic instruments.
Explore Contemporary Art
The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary art (or SMoCA, as the locals call it) exhibits innovative works by the world’s best contemporary artists. It’s also home to James Turrell’s Knight Rise installation. This airy, circular room gives you a unique perspective on the desert sky and how light changes during the day.
7374 E. Second St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-874-4666
www.smoca.org
Watch Art Develop
“Unwind,” an evening ritual at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa’s Deseo Lounge, features specialty muddle drinks and live art in action with resident artist Nelson Garcia Miranda. As you enjoy cocktails and ceviche, Garcia Miranda will bring a whimsical display of expression to the canvas before your very eyes.
6902 E. Greenway Pkwy.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-624-1202
www.kierlandresort.com
Acquire Some Cool Couture
Whether you’re looking for the latest in summer fashions, strappy sandals or trendy accessories, you’ll find all the treasures you seek at Scottsdale Fashion Square’s roster of upscale boutiques and department stores, which includes favorites like Barneys New York, Nordstrom, H&M, Bebe and Jimmy Choo.
7014 E. Camelback Rd.
Scottsdale AZ 85251
480-945-5495
www.fashionsquare.com
Climb the Walls
Experience vertical thrills at AZ on the Rocks, Arizona’s largest indoor climbing gym. Whether you’re an experienced climber or have never scaled a wall, AZ on the Rocks will help you learn the ropes and perfect your technique on walls up to 30 feet high.
Set Your Eyes on Art
The Phoenix Art Museum is one of the Southwest’s finest destinations for world-class visual arts. Popular international exhibitions are shown alongside the Museum’s outstanding collection of more than 18,000 works of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern and contemporary art, and fashion design.
Feel the Need for Speed
Experience the excitement of indoor go-kart racing at Octane Raceway and K1 Speed. Both offer indoor kart racing at its finest, as well as billiards, video games and more.
Indulge Your Sweet Tooth
The Sugar Bowl, a bubble-gum pink landmark in Old Town Scottsdale, is a must-stop on any family itinerary. For more than 50 years, the Huntress family has been serving frosty ice cream treats and classic American comfort food from their 1950s-style soda fountain.
