Summer 2025

RESORT ROUNDUP

• The Scottsdale Plaza Resort & Villas will soon become Miralina Resort and Villas, Paradise Valley. The resort is making a request to the town of Paradise Valley to amend its special-use permit, kicking off a comprehensive $42.2 million transformation into a boutique lifestyle resort. The grand reopening is expected to take place in January 2026. This is the first comprehensive renovation of the property in decades and encompasses a complete upgrade of every guest room, the introduction of new amenity spaces and pools, reimagined food and beverage venues featuring locally sourced ingredients, and the addition of a 7,200-square-foot, climate-controlled multipurpose pavilion to host local gatherings and events.
• Breathtaking Camelback Mountain views are one of the hallmarks of Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, and soon groups will have even better opportunities to admire them. In May 2025, the resort launched efforts to expand their Views ballroom by 1,500 square feet and remodel the Paradise Views Patio and Lower Lawn. The west-facing Paradise Views Patio will provide glorious sunset vistas as the backdrop for receptions, banquets and events. Although the Views Ballroom, Patio and Lower Lawn will be closed during renovations, the resort has several other meeting and event spaces available during this time. Renovations are scheduled to be complete in December 2025.

DOWNTIME DIVERSIONS

• Old Town’s Maya Day + Night is set to re-open in early summer 2025. This iconic venue has undergone a floor-to-ceiling transformation, reemerging as a luxurious, high-energy club that is poised to change nightlife in Arizona. The 15,000-square-foot venue presents a stunning fusion of European elegance and desert mystique. By day, Maya's beautiful pool remains the epicenter of Scottsdale's day-life scene, hosting world-renowned DJs and celebrity guests. Bottle service, plush daybeds and VIP cabanas cater to those seeking a luxury experience under the Arizona sun. By night, Maya will feature world-class entertainment and next-level performances. Maya Day + Night is directly connected to The Remi Scottsdale, Autograph Collection, Old Town’s newest luxury hotel, providing seamless access for hotel guests.
• Body & Brain Wellness leads individuals and teams toward healthier, more balanced lives through aura reading activation, brain breaks, body and brain yoga, tai chi, immersive wellness experiences and dynamic speakers. Their programs are designed to inspire innovative thinking, provide sustainable tools for well-being, and empower attendees with transformative body-mind practices. They offer tailored sessions that include energy balance consultations, mindfulness techniques and stress management tools. Through corporate wellness programs, workplace initiatives and retreats, Body & Brain Wellness helps participants navigate challenges with resilience, clarity and a renewed sense of purpose.
• Nestled along Scottsdale’s eastern border, amid the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert, Fort McDowell Adventures offers groups a unique outdoor experience. Gorgeous sunset, desert and mountain views set the stage at the spacious La Puesta del Sol, an ideal location for barbecues, live music and engaging cowboy games for groups up to 1,000. Rosa’s Ranch, a more intimate venue for up to 500 guests, exudes Southwestern charm and features fire pits, a covered reception space and cozy seating areas, all with scenic vistas of the Superstition Mountains. Fort McDowell Adventures also offers horseback rides, cattle drives and wagon rides.  

SIP & SAVOR

• Shiv Supper Club, a highly anticipated addition to Old Town Scottsdale’s culinary scene, redefines luxury dining with modern elegance, dramatic lighting and cascading greenery. The menu, crafted by culinary director Dustin Cooke and renowned chef Jeff Mahin, blends top-shelf ingredients with creative presentations in signature dishes like Truffle Butter Bread Service with fresh hand-shaved truffles, Scallop Crudo with citrus buttermilk cream, the Smoke Show Chowder and a selection of charcoal-fired prime steaks, including the Colossal Tomahawk. Shiv’s cocktail program features bespoke drinks designed to complement the menu, while a curated wine list enhances every occasion. Live music and the Dessert Room – a decadent late-night experience with extravagant desserts, champagne, and elevated entertainment – round out the Shiv Supper Club experience.
• Coastal Italian cuisine takes center stage at Élephante, now open at Scottsdale Fashion Square in Old Town. Every aspect of this new dining destination has been bespoke built, from the furniture and artwork to the travertine tile, all with the intention of transporting guests to the sun-drenched Mediterranean. The menu features  wood-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, and sustainably-sourced meats and seafood. Élephante also offers an extensive menu of signature cocktails and mocktails, as well as a globe-spanning wine list that tempts with vintages from every region across Italy, including four proprietary private labels.
• Led by Jason Franey, a James Beard-nominated chef, Sexy Roman replaces Sushi Roku as the signature restaurant at Old Town’s swanky W Scottsdale hotel. With many details still under wraps at press time, this exciting new restaurant concept will specialize in upscale twists on authentic Italian cuisine. Sexy Roman’s showstopping tableside drink service will feature a custom-made cocktail cart and innovative bevvies. Bold, buzzy and built for unforgettable moments, Sexy Roman will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner beginning in late May 2025.
• Craft 64, a Scottsdale staple known for its woodfired pizza with house-made mozzarella, and its extensive 100% local beer list, has introduced a new menu, expanding into the world of handcrafted pasta. The new “Pasta 64” menu offers a choice of fresh sauces, a variety of cheeses, and the option to add meatballs or smoked sausage. This refreshed menu also includes new pies like the Carne Asada Pizza and The Tipsy Pig, made with house vodka sauce. 

EVENTS

• June Days (June 1-30) is a monthlong celebration in Old Town Scottsdale. With temperatures still mild enough for outdoor activities, June Days encompasses a wide variety of events including yoga on the lawn at Scottsdale Civic Center, breakfasts at the Old Town Farmers Market, art classes, trivia nights, the Spaghetti Western Movie Series at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West and much more.
• Scottsdale’s annual Fourth of July Celebration (July 4) at WestWorld of Scottsdale includes rodeo events, a Kids’ Corner snow play area, Summer Slider eating contest, lawn games, water balloon battles, tasty barbecue cuisine and the largest fireworks display in the city’s history.
• During Flashlight Nights (select Saturday evenings from June 7 through Sep. 13), families can beat the heat and explore the Desert Botanical Garden after dark! As you wander the Garden’s trails by flashlight, you’ll discover fascinating desert creatures, enjoy live entertainment and take part in interactive activities.