Cultural Events in Scottsdale,

AZ

Art and cultural events are at the heart of Downtown Scottsdale.

This internationally renowned artist colony boasts nearly 100 galleries and over 70 public art works.

The area is home to four art-filled districts with something for everyone including Southwest landscapes, Native American pieces …

… such as turquoise jewelry and boldly colored pottery, Russian impressionism, authentic cowboy wares, hand-blown glass, hand-pounded metal pieces, and so much more.

America’s Finest ArtWalk

Stroll the Scottsdale ArtWalk in the downtown Arts District every Thursday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

This year is the 40th anniversary of this tradition where fine art galleries open their doors, artists often attend, and refreshments are served.

Walking Tour

A 60-minute self-guided walking tour introduces visitors to ten of the celebrated Scottsdale public art works …

… including one of the city’s most photographed landmarks known as the Horse Fountain, bronze statues, a $380,000 20-foot-high stainless steel giant horse sculpture…

… which is part of the $51.3 million expansion of the Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center at WestWorld, and other amazing art.

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

This museum is dedicated to presenting exhibitions of modern and contemporary art, culture, design and architecture.

Global in its focus, it connects visitors to the dynamic art of our time and explores the possibilities of creativity and innovation.

Scottsdale Museum of the West

Set to open in December 2014, this museum will be at the northwest corner of Marshall Way at First Street and will house a traditional Western art collection.

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

This is one of the western United States' finest performing arts halls.

It showcases a diverse season of theater, music, dance, and film from all over the world.

Scottsdale Waterfront

This is stylish and sophisticated and is a new 1.1 million square foot revitalization project with palm trees, flowers…

… open air courtyards with a European flair, spectacular public art fountains and sculptures.

The Waterfront is only minutes away from 500 specialty boutiques, shops, more than 75 upscale restaurants …

… and outdoor cafés, high rise condos, and the Scottsdale Art District.

Fourth Annual Waterfront Fine Art and Wine Festival

February 13, 14 and 15, 2015

With the Waterfront as a superb backdrop, patrons love to stroll through spectacular paintings, clay sculptures, fine arts, bronzes, copper …

… stone, glass, photography, jewelry while listening to live musical entertainment, sipping fine wines, and eating delicious chocolates.

Arizona Indian Festival

Scottsdale Civic Center ParkJan 29–31, 2015 from 10:00am to 7:00

pmFREE Admission

There are 22 Native American tribes indigenous to Arizona.

They will celebrate their culture at this unique showcase of traditional dwellings, authentic Indian foods, songs, dances, Native American music …

… interaction with tribal elders, arts and crafts, and sales of high-quality paintings, jewelry, pottery and more.

The Arizona American Indian Tourism Association (AAITA) has as its mission:

“To promote the development of Indian Tourism in Arizona while respecting the cultural integrity of the tribes.”

Living in the heart of the city gives access to variety of arts and cultural events, retail stores, restaurants and night time entertainments.

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