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Date | Event | |
| 2010 | ||
| Feb. 11-21, 2010 | Arabian Horse Show The 55th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show has set the pace in the Arabian horse world. It has grown from 50 horses to more than 2,000 horses, bringing top owners, trainers and breeders from around the world competing for a chance to win. Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale www.scottsdaleshow.com | ![]() |
| Feb. 20, 2010 | Parada del Sol Parade The parada has the distinction for being known as the "World's largest horsedrawn parade." Immediately following the Parade, the Parada del Sol will host their annual Trails End Celebration in Old Town Scottsdale. Enjoy live music, great food, cold ale, a Kids Zone, shopping and more! Location: Downtown Scottsdale www.paradadelsol.org | ![]() |
| Feb. 22-28, 2010 | Waste Managament Open Annually sporting the largest crowd on the PGA TOUR, the Waste Management Open (formerly FBR Open) has gained legendary status on the TOUR for being unlike any other golf tournament. Location: TPC Scottsdale www.scottsdalecvb.com/fbr | ![]() |
| Feb. 26-28, 2010 | Parada del Sol Rodeo The Parada del Sol Rodeo is a PRCA sanctioned rodeo & consists of five action-packed performances. Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale www.paradadelsol.org | ![]() |
| Mar. 2010 | Spring Training Spend an afternoon out at Scottsdale stadium which has played host to the SF Giants for spring training since 1982. Enjoy good food, great baseball & idyllic weather. Location: Scottsdale Stadium www.PlayBallinScottsdale.com | ![]() |
| Mar. 6-7, 2010 | 52nd Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair Arizona's largest Indian market features more than 700 top American Indian artists, music and dance performances, artist demonstrations and an array of Native and other foods. Location: Heard Museum www.heard.org | ![]() |
| Mar. 12-14, 2010 | 40th Annual Scottsdale Arts Festival Consistently ranked among the top arts festivals in the country by the readers of American Style Magazine, the Scottsdale Arts Festival has been an Arizona tradition since 1971. The three-day event features 200 jury-selected artists from throughout North America Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Mall www.scottsdaleartsfestival.org | ![]() |
| Mar. 18-21, 2010 | Festival of the West Enjoy four days of pure cowboy fun with Western film celebrities, music, cowboy poetry, log home show, chuck wagon cooking' and a huge Western retail show Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale www.festivalofthewest.com | ![]() |
| Apr. 7-11, 2010 | Arizona Bike Week This motorcycle rally promotes riding to all motorcycle enthusiasts. There will be daily charity rides, bike races, parties and other activities. Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale www.arizonabikeweek.com | ![]() |
| Apr. 13-18, 2010 | Scottsdale Culinary Festival This festival draws more than 40,000 visitors looking to enjoy fabulous food, fun and festivities. No matter what kind of culinary experience you crave, there's something for everyone! Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Mall www.scottsdaleculinaryfestival.org | ![]() |
| Jul. 8, 2010 | 21th Annual Summer Spectacular ArtWalk ArtWalkers can “chill out” along Main Street, Marshall Way, Stetson and Sixth Avenue. The downtown Scottsdale Arts District will be busy with artist demonstrations, gallery show openings, live music, prize drawings, delicious samples from great restaurants and more. There is plenty of nearby free parking, and easy access to local hotels or famed Scottsdale eateries. Location: Scottsdale Arts District www.scottsdalegalleries.com | ![]() |
| Sep. 30, 2010 | 3rd Annual Arizona Restaurant Week Three-course dinner menus are offered at $29/person or $58/couple at 100+ Valley restaurants. http://arizonarestaurantweek.com | ![]() |
| Sep. 30- Oct 6, 2010 | Scottsdale Classic Horse Show Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale http://thescottsdaleclassic.com | ![]() |
| Oct. 1-5, 2010 | Scottsdale International Film Festival The only festival in the community that specifically focuses on foreign film. Arizona leader in the use of film to foster a meaningful understanding of the world’s cultures, lifestyles, religions, and ethnicities. Location: Harkins Camelview 5 http://scottsdalefilmfestival.com | ![]() |
| Oct. 3, 2010 | 5th Annual Dine Out with the Chefs Dine Out with the Chefs celebrates the Valley’s exciting dining scene and is a must for anyone who loves food! Guests will have the opportunity to meet many extraordinary chefs from throughout the valley & sample their culinary favorites. All in support of the arts. Location: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts http://scottsdaleperformingarts.org/dine_out06 | ![]() |
| Oct. 14, 2010 | Western ArtWalk An artistic showdown on the streets of Scottsdale Downtown. Come check out paintings, sculptures & other works all specializing in Western Art. This 21 Annual event is taking place along Main St., Marshall Way, Sixth Ave., & Stetson Dr. Hosted by the Scottsdale Gallery Association in conjunction with City of Scottsdale. Location: Arts District www.scottsdalegalleries.com | |
| Oct. 21, 2010 | Taste of Art ArtWalk Crave Arizona shakes up "America's Original ArtWalk!" Stroll through over 100 boutique art galleries and visit select properties showcasing Crave Arizona beverages, celebrity gatherings, and more! Location: Downtown Scottsdale www.cravearizona.com | |
| Oct. 21-23, 2010 | Crave Arizona This culinary event treats the world’s food and wine community to an expanded statewide celebration of food, wine & spirits. The event highlights local chefs, artisans, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences found only in Arizona. The schedule includes exquisite dinners, cooking demonstrations, competitions, educational seminars, epicurean adventures and celebrity chef sightings! Location: Downtown Scottsdale www.scottsdalecvb.com/crave | ![]() |
| Oct. 31, '09 - Jul. '10 | Old Town Farmer's Market Be ready to find a wide variety of organic and pesticide free produce. Seasonal specialties such as cider and apples, flowers, free range beef and free range, eggs local cheeses, freshly baked artisan breads, Amish friendship breads, Jams, picadillies and tamales. This year, be sure to check out The Farm Sessions and Kids' Korner. Location: Brown and First Street www.arizonafarmersmarkets.com | ![]() |
| Nov. 4, 2010 | Wearable ArtWalk Wearable Artwalk is an exciting On-the-street Milan-Style evening that will feature models showcasing notable one-of-kind pieces of ‘art-to-wear’ clothing and jewelry from nationally and internationally acclaimed wearable artists. Location: Scottsdale Arts District www.scottsdalegalleries.com | ![]() |
| Nov. 3-6, 2010 | Scottsdale Fashion Week Scottsdale Fashion Week is a three-day, high-energy event that celebrates fashion and lifestyle. Up-and-coming designers will join the runways with both national and internationally renowned names. Location: Waterfront/Southbrige www.scottsdalecvb.com/sfw | ![]() |
| Nov. 19-21, 2010 | Goodguys 12th Annual Southwest Nationals Be sure to check out over 2,000 Rods, Customs, Classics & Muscle Cars thru '72; Vendor & Manufacturer Exhibits; Swap Meet & Cars 4 Sale Corral; Model & Pedal Car Show; and the Thursday Hot Rod Cruise Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale www.southwestnats.com | ![]() |
| Nov. 20-21, 2010 | ArtFest of Scottsdale ArtFest of Scottsdale features over 200 contemporary artists, along with "Book Street", community partners, continuous live music and an interactive kids' area. This open air art gallery of work includes sculpture, water color, oil, printmaking, bronze, acrylic, fiber, furniture, fashion and jewelry. Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Mall www.888artfest.com/scottsdale | ![]() |
| Dec. 2010 | Luminaria 2010 Each year, the Desert Botanical Garden is transformed into a place of magical beauty when more than 6,000 traditional hand-lit luminaries line the pathways and cast a soft glow on the Garden's world-renowned plant collection. Location: Desert Botanical Garden www.dbg.org | ![]() |
| Nov. 26, '10 - Jan. '11 | ZooLights The magical, colorful sights and sounds of The Phoenix Zoo's holiday light spectacular will make your season sparkle. More than two and a quarter million lights glow and dozens of displays will delight the entire family. Location: Phoenix Zoo www.phoenixzoo.com | ![]() |
| Dec. 26-31, 2010 | Holidays at the Heard Exciting music and dance performances, artist demonstrations and special programming make this a great time to explore the Southwest with the kids or out-of-town guests. Free with museum admission. Location: Heard Museum www.heard.org | ![]() |
| Dec. 31, 2010 | Insight Bowl The sixth ranked teams from the Big 12 and Big Ten Conferences face-off with hard-hitting on-field action and rambunctious fans in attendance to support their teams. Location: Sun Devil Stadium www.scottsdalecvb.com/fiestabowl | ![]() |
| 2011 | ||
| Jan. '11 - Apr. '11 | Native Trails Celebration of Native American culture, song, dance and food. Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Mall www.scottsdalecvb.com/nativetrails | ![]() |
| Jan. 1, 2011 | Fiesta Bowl As a member of The Bowl Championship Series, the Fiesta Bowl will host the champion of the Big 12 Conference & an at large BCS team on Jan. 4, 2010. Location: University of Phoenix Stadium www.scottsdalecvb.com/fiestabowl | ![]() |
| Jan. 16 2011 | P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Marathon & 1/2 Marathon A world-class event that offers winter running at its finest with plenty of sun, spirit & "sole music" along an idyllic fiat course. Location: Phoenix/Tempe/Scottsdale www.experiencescottsdale.com/rocknroll | ![]() |