WHAT’S NEW: SUMMER 2026

RESORT ROUNDUP

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North has added Desert Orchard, a new artisanal café honoring the beauty, resilience and quiet abundance of the Sonoran Desert. Tucked beneath the dramatic backdrop of Pinnacle Peak, the café serves a fresh, seasonal menu that evolves throughout the day. Leading this new chapter is newly appointed Executive Pastry Chef Christina Kaelberer, an award-winning culinary talent with more than 15 years in the field.
AC Hotel Scottsdale Old Town opened its doors in February 2026, bringing the brand’s signature European-inspired design and “Perfectly Precise” guest experience to Old Town Scottsdale. AC Hotel Scottsdale offers 168 rooms and two rooftop attractions – a pool and Cielito, a bar and restaurant showcasing flavors of Northwest Mexico. Visitors will also find an AC Lounge, fitness center, flexible meeting and event spaces, and pet-friendly rooms.
As part of its recent and ongoing $24-million renovation, the Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas continues to reveal elevated new amenities across the property. The latest addition is Salt & Sol, a Mediterranean-inspired poolside restaurant showcasing fresh cuisine alongside a curated selection of specialty salts from around the world.
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain has completed a $7 million renovation that encompassed more than 8,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, including the expanded Views Ballroom, Views Terrace, Paradise Views, Lower Lawn and Cholla meeting room. These upgrades also maximize the glorious sunsets and scenic views for which Sanctuary is known.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Sparecently unveiled a $25-million transformation of its iconic spa. The fully remodeled spa offers deeply personalized and nature-connected wellness rooted in its new ariVéa philosophy – a holistic approach that blends timeless rituals with the energy and serenity of the desert. Spa highlights include 20 treatment rooms, hydrotherapy pools, an indoor Wellness Circuit, a new Wellness Studio with sound baths, the debut of Ora Café and a licensed nutritionist on site.
Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas, previously the Scottsdale Plaza Resort & Villas, recently debuted the first phase of a property-wide renovation. Kimpton Miralina spans 40 acres with 260 revamped guest rooms and casitas. Larger Valley Villas and Residences will follow in late 2026 for a total of 404 rooms. New offerings and amenities include Hecho Libre restaurant led by James Beard Award- and Michelin Guide-recognized Chef Wes Avila, six swimming pools, Spa Miralina, “Desert Reveries” living art installations, and state-of-the-art event space anchored by the new Horizon Pavilion.

DOWNTIME DIVERSIONS

bluSONIL, a longevity, wellness and regenerative aesthetics studio, opened at Scottsdale Quarter in Dec. 2025. The concept fuses evidence-based medical innovation with concierge-style hospitality, featuring a flexible model to serve every client’s needs. Wellness therapies include medical-grade peptide therapy and hormonal optimization, IV therapy, contrast therapy, red light therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, leveraging the world’s only “smart chamber” at the cellular level. Regenerative aesthetic treatments include skin rejuvenation with laser and light therapies, microneedling, medical-grade skincare protocols and non-invasive body contouring, a clinically proven, FDA-cleared laser treatment.
Teams don’t come to Scottsdale for ordinary — and their group activities shouldn’t be either! Canvas Creek Team Building provides facilitated collaborative painting and connection-focused experiences for corporate groups, leadership retreats and conference teams. Groups work together to create a shared piece of art while guided through structured, low-pressure interaction. As participants paint, they naturally communicate, solve problems, and discover strengths in one another. The result is an experience that feels relaxed and fun, yet produces measurable improvements in connection, morale, and communication.
The Flower Garage is a boutique floral studio centered around thoughtful design, meaningful gatherings and beautiful experiences. For groups, The Flower Garage offers hands on workshops that invite connection and creativity. Workshops are designed for all skill levels, include guided instruction and all materials, and are available at their Scottsdale studio or at your meeting location.
COLORME Art Spa is a premier fine arts experience company, sparking creativity releasing innovation, and bringing people together through the power of art. Whether you're planning a corporate event, conference or team retreat, COLORME offers uniquely crafted art experiences designed to connect, energize and inspire every participant. Options include live graphic recording, a visual notetaking experience where key ideas and insights are captured in real time as art; guided group art-making experiences and sip-and-paint-style events that give every participant their own canvas and guided instruction.

SIP & SAVOR

New to the lush grounds of the Scottsdale Civic Center in Old Town, Pinyon Coastal Mediterranean offers a modern take on Mediterranean fare with a side of stunning views both indoors and out. Offering two exceptional dining levels, the interiors nod to the celebration of multiple cultures, while the menu reflects the chef's travels across 20+ Mediterranean countries including Turkey, Italy, France, Malta, Greece, Spain and Morocco. Expect flavorful indulgences like house-made pita baked fresh daily, crudos, fresh pastas, vibrant seasonal salads, and an ever-changing array of hummus and dips. And don't forget to visit during happy hour, where you can sample a refreshing cocktail alongside options from the raw bar.
Anhelo, a celebrated fine-dining restaurant that recently relocated from Phoenix, brought its reputation for elevated twists on modern fare to the serene streets of Old Town Scottsdale. Chef Ivan Jacobo meticulously creates each dish, taking diners on an adventure through flavorful storytelling. Accompanied by one of the most renowned wine programs in the state, each course and glass will take guests on a palate-rewarding journey of a lifetime.
Long-awaited Din Tai Fung has opened its doors at Scottsdale Fashion Square, bringing its world-famous dumplings to Old Town. Din Tai Fung offers diners family-style feasting on a variety of Taiwanese favorites. In addition to their signature juicy Xiao Long Bao, favorites include Shrimp & Kurobuta Pork Shao Mai, Noodles with Sesame Sauce and a side of String Beans with Garlic. Don't forget to sign off the night with the Chocolate Buns, an explosion of chocolate truffle in a pillowy soft package.
The Guest House, a new addition to the dining roster at Scottsdale Quarter, brings its elegant, social dining concept to North Scottsdale. Led by Executive Chef Todd Mark Miller, the menu features elevated New American specialties, including tuna and caviar cones, a premium Wagyu steak program and spicy rigatoni with pancetta, Calabrian chili and house-made pomodoro.
Coming soon to the Scottsdale Waterfront in Old Town is BOA Steakhouse. Expected to open in the first half of 2026, BOA Steakhouse will deliver a celebrity-favorite, modern steakhouse experience, serving signature dry-aged steaks, an elevated raw bar and refined cocktail and wine programs.

HOLIDAY PARTY PLANNING

If you’d like to get a headstart on planning a holiday party for your team, we can help! As a resource to our community, Experience Scottsdale provides free assistance in locating and securing the perfect venue for your celebration. This means less time scouring the internet and calling businesses, freeing up your time to focus on enjoying the festivities.

Let us know your party size and preferences, and we can connect you to the best available options in town. Choose from venues like:

Private Dining Rooms
Restaurant & Venue Buyouts
Hotel & Resort Event Spaces
Outdoor Patios & Lawns
Interactive Activity Spaces
Unique & One-of-a-Kind Ideas

Reach out to us here for assistance!

EVENTS

During the Scottsdale ArtWalk (weekly on Thursday evenings) the galleries of the Old Town Arts District stay open late from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and welcome guests with exhibition openings, artist demonstrations and live entertainment. ArtWalk is a wonderful opportunity to meet local artists and explore creativity in all its forms.
Arizona Restaurant Week (May 15-24) is the perfect time to discover a new favorite Scottsdale eatery. More than 160 restaurants in Scottsdale and the surrounding area offer special prix fixe menus that allow you to sample their most popular fare.
Put on your detective cap, assemble a team and join the fun at Mystery in the Museum @SMoCA (May 29)! Cryptic clues and puzzles are located around the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, and your team will follow them to investigate this curious caper.

Click here to view Scottsdale’s complete calendar of events!