Arizona Indian Festival
Celebrate Indigenous Culture in Scottsdale Discover a vibrant, cultural-rich experience at the Arizona Indian Festival — held annually in the heart of Scottsdale and produced by the Arizona American Indian […]
Celebrate Indigenous Culture in Scottsdale Discover a vibrant, cultural-rich experience at the Arizona Indian Festival — held annually in the heart of Scottsdale and produced by the Arizona American Indian […]
The Parada del Sol Historic Parade has been a Scottsdale tradition for more than 70 years. The streets of Old Town Scottsdale welcome more than 35,000 spectators and nearly 150 […]
Jack's back! Join us as we welcome Jack Lasseter, well known local orator and historian, as he shares the epic story of the Buffalo soldiers out West, Black troopers in the U.S. Army after the Civil War, and their contribution during the Indian Wars. Although we did not see them in the Western movies of […]
Set in the storied landscape of southern Arizona, the documentary “Munguía Rancher – San Pedro River Valley” explores the enduring legacy of mestizo families who shaped the region’s ranching heritage along the San Pedro River. The film centers on Don Tomás Munguía, a 19th-century rancher whose lineage traces back to Tubac soldier Juan Manuel Ortega […]
Join public historian Alex La Pierre for a fascinating presentation that explores the maritime expeditions that charted the Gulf of California-known to the Spanish as the Sea of Cortez-and their vital role in connecting the Baja Peninsula with the greaters Spanish borderlands. Through vivid storytelling and historical insight, you'll learn the challenges, discoveries, and enduring […]
Saddle up, folks, because the West’s Most Western Town is about to come alive with the thundering hooves and electrifying action of the Parada Del Sol Rodeo! This PRCA-sanctioned rodeo extravaganza spans an exhilarating four days, promising heart-pounding excitement that'll leave you on the edge of your seat. As the sun sets over this iconic […]
Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day by joining public historian Alex La Pierre for a compelling presentation that explores the dramatic story of the Batallón de San Patricio- a group of mostly Irish immigrants who fought alongside Mexico during the U.S.-Mexican War of 1846-1848. This engaging talk examines the battalion's complex motivations, moral convictions, and enduring legacy […]
The Persian New Year Festival (PNYF) is back in Scottsdale for its 8th year! The 8th Annual Persian New Year Festival (PNYF) comes to the Scottsdale Waterfront on March 7, […]
Brings the frontier to life with live Old West reenactments, gunfight shows, comedy skits, and authentic characters roaming the town. Six different performance groups from across the Southwest come together […]
Juried art show and marketplace. More than 20 categories of fine arts will be judged from paintings and photography, to jewelry, to fiber art to mixed media 2D and 3D works, […]