Posted By The Peak on Aug 1, 2022

Note from Editor.  Arizona has paused its reopening of some types of businesses and venues, including restaurants. Many venues remain closed and events and activities have been cancelled, postponed or changed. Some outdoor activities such as golf and visiting local parks and preserves are available with restrictions. For the most up-to-date information on the status of an event or an activity check with the organizer. You will find the website addresses of many local organizations that we regularly follow below. You will also find links to the newsletters of local organizations. Check with the organization to ensure that events mentioned in the newsletters have not been cancelled or postponed. Also click below to check the article, “Coronavirus News, Notices & Information.”  It lists the most recent notices and announcements that we have received related to the pandemic. Best wishes and good health.

The Peak’s calendar covers community events in Scottsdale  and neighboring communities. Our local events include everything from local concerts, festivals, equestrian activities, to government events. On this page you can find or access:

• EVENTS CALENDAR  – On this page go for a quick scroll of a summary list of upcoming events, The list is followed by – 
  
• Venue Websites – links to the websites of local organizations that organize and hold events, and
• Recently Published Articles About Events and Venues – links to articles, newsletters, and releases about upcoming events and activities, and
• Recently Published Newsletters and Announcements – links to articles and announcements published by local organizations.

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Ongoing
Activities, Events and Classes, Desert Foothills Library

Ongoing
City of Scottsdale, Downtown

• Scottsdale Artwalk.  Visit many of the roughly 70 art galleries in Downtown Scottsdale, 7 to 9 p.m. every Thursday, year ’round Scottsdale Art District.  Website
• Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza 
  • Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts  Website
  • Scottsdale Historical Society  Website
  • Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) Website
  • Scottsdale Civic Center Library  Website
• Free Downtown Scottsdale Trolley. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.  Runs every 10 minutes. 480-634-6850.
• Downtown Scottsdale Cultural Trolley Tours. Second Saturday of the Month, 10:30 a.m. Begins and ends at Old Adobe Mission, Downtown Scottsdale. 480-634-6850. Free.
• Scottsdale Life. A comprehensive activity guide, calendar and information resource for Scottsdale Parks & Recreation, Scottsdale Libraries, Senior Centers, and Scottsdale Human Services. Plus, information about the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Website

Ongoing
Cave Creek Museum
Exhibits related to Cave Creek history. Closed during summer months. Website

Ongoing
Desert Botanical Garden

Ongoing
Musical Instrument Museum

“The world’s only musical instrument museum.” Located in northeast Phoenix. Website

Ongoing
McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Hikes and educational programs. Website

Ongoing
Pinnacle Peak Park
Hiking and educational programs. Features a moderate out-and-back trail. North Scottsdale.
Website

Ongoing
Desert Foothills Land Trust Preserves Hikes and educational programs. Website

Ongoing
Cave Creek Regional Park

Hiking and educational programs. Website

Ongoing
WestWorld
Hosts various horse shows and other events. Website

Ongoing
Scottsdale Events Calendar

For a calendar listing of upcoming city events, visit scottsdaleaz.gov/events. Website

Ongoing
Town of Carefree Information and Website Website

Town of Carefree News Releases Website

Ongoing
Town of Cave Creek Information and Website Website

Ongoing
City of Scottsdale Information and Website

Call  (480) 312-3111 and be connected to an operator who has event, traffic, department, meeting information, and other assistance. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and for special events as publicized.  Website

Ongoing
City of Scottsdale Public Meetings and Newsletters Related to the Missions of GPPA and Friends of the Scenic Drive

• Scottsdale City Council Meetings. As a general rule, the city council holds its regular meetings  on the first and third Tuesday of each month, starting at 5 p.m. in the City Hall Kiva, 3939 N. Drinkwater Boulevard in downtown Scottsdale.  Additional meetings may be called and the schedule may change because of holidays, elections, etc.  All council meetings are televised on City Cable 11 and normally rebroadcast the following Friday and Saturday evenings at 5 p.m.For an up-to-date schedule, directions, and more information about the council, visit http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/council/meetings Website
• City of Scottsdale  Planning Commission Meetings. The planning commission meets twice per month, generally on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Typically, meetings are held in the City Hall Kiva, 3939 N. Drinkwater Boulevard in downtown Scottsdale. However, the precise schedule each month may vary, depending on holidays, elections, etc.  For up-to-date information about meetings and commission activities, visit http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/boards/PC Website
• Scottsdale Adopt-A-Road Program. GPPA’s corps of volunteers, Friends of the Scenic Drive, was one of the first particpants in Scottsdale’s Adopt-A-Road program. Friends conducts regular roadside cleanups along the Desert Foothills Scenic Drive, i.e. north Scottsdale Road, refer to GPPA-Scenic Drive Events on home page for information. Tor information about Scottsdale’s program, visit Website
• Scottsdale Green Building Lecture Series. For a schedule and description of lectures.  Website
  
• City of Scottsdale P & Z Link Newsletter. Identifies new planning and zoning cases, announcements, minutes of past meetings, and more. To review the latest newsletter editionsby clicking Review Recent Newsletters,   Review Recent Newsletters

Continuing

January & Beyond

Note from Editor Arizona has paused its reopening of some types of businesses and venues, including restaurants. Many venues remain closed and events and activities have been cancelled, postponed or changed. Some outdoor activities such as golf and visiting local parks and preserves are available with restrictions. For the most up-to-date information on the status of an event or an activity check with the organizer. You will find the website addresses of many local organizations that we regularly follow below. You will also find links to the newsletters of local organizations. Check with the organization to ensure that events mentioned in the newsletters have not been cancelled or postponed. Also click below to check the article, “Coronavirus News, Notices & Information.” It lists the most recent notices and announcements that we have received related to the pandemic. Best wishes and good health.