There's no better way to kick off summer than by spending Memorial Day weekend in Scottsdale! From poolside entertainment and desert adventures to rejuvenating sunrise yoga, there's plenty of fun to be had this holiday weekend!
Head to the Pool
From luxe cabanas and resort pool day passes to top-notch poolside entertainment, Scottsdale has no shortage of ways to swim, splash and lounge this Memorial Day weekend in Scottsdale!
Discover Arts & Culture
Explore Scottsdale’s vibrant arts scene with a visit to Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA), and Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
Indulge in Some Retail Therapy
Ready to splurge on some new summer fashions? Check out Scottsdale’s premier shopping centers, including Scottsdale Fashion Square, Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter, for the season's cutest on-trend designer goods. And don’t miss out on one-of-a-kind boutiques and art galleries in Old Town Scottsdale.
Browse the Old Town Farmers Market
Stop by the Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market for fresh produce, free-range beef, locally made sauces and salsas, and other fixings for your family’s holiday celebration. The market is open Saturdays in May from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. In June, market hours change to 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Stroll the Arizona Boardwalk
Explore the rivers and oceans of the world at OdySea Aquarium, visit with butterflies at Butterfly Wonderland, experience the impossible at the Museum of Illusions, or travel back to pre-historic times at Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs. It’s all in a day’s play at Arizona Boardwalk!
Check Out Scottsdale’s Public Parks
Ride the train and carousel at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, enjoy a sunrise hike and stunning scenic views at Pinnacle Peak Park, or stroll Scottsdale Civic Center, home to numerous public art installations. Scottsdale’s public parks are ready and waiting for you to explore!
Explore the Sonoran Desert
Have an itch for some adventure? Explore the Sonoran Desert on an early morning off-road tour, sunrise hot air balloon ride or a water-based adventure like kayaking or river rafting.
Book a Sunrise Tee-Time
Hit the greens – and beat the heat – with a sunrise tee time at one of the Scottsdale area's 200+ scenic golf courses. It's the perfect way to tee up your holiday weekend!
For more Memorial Day festivities, check out our online event calendar!
