Scottsdale Family Arts Fest
Join us March 6 and 7 at Scottsdale Civic Center for an annual community event celebrating visual and performing arts created by Scottsdale K-12 students.
March 6-7, 2025
Scottsdale Family ArtsFest is a free, two-day festival of creativity that includes performances, interactive demonstrations, creative interventions, and culinary delights from local food trucks throughout the Scottsdale Civic Center.
Over the course of the event, attendees will experience performances and art exhibitions delivered by Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) students, family-friendly arts activities presented by Scottsdale Arts and community partners, and interactive demonstrations from City of Scottsdale departments.
- Community
- Arts
- Creative
- Interactive
- Performances
- Celebrate
- Inspiration
- Culture
- Exhibitions
- Community
- Arts
- Creative
- Interactive
- Performances
- Celebrate
- Inspiration
- Culture
- Exhibitions
- Community
- Arts
- Creative
- Interactive
- Performances
- Celebrate
- Inspiration
- Culture
- Exhibitions
- Community
- Arts
- Creative
- Interactive
- Performances
- Celebrate
- Inspiration
- Culture
- Exhibitions
- Community
- Arts
- Creative
- Interactive
- Performances
- Celebrate
- Inspiration
- Culture
- Exhibitions
- Community
- Arts
- Creative
- Interactive
- Performances
- Celebrate
- Inspiration
- Culture
- Exhibitions
- Community
- Arts
- Creative
- Interactive
- Performances
- Celebrate
- Inspiration
- Culture
- Exhibitions
- Community
- Arts
- Creative
- Interactive
- Performances
- Celebrate
- Inspiration
- Culture
- Exhibitions
Where?
Scottsdale Civic Center
3939 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Who?
This event is free for everybody!
Music & Performances
Tunes and Tales on Stage
Relax under the iconic SkySong tent at the Main Stage or head to the other end of the street for the more intimate Cafe Stage and enjoy performances throughout the event by SUSD choirs, bands, theatre groups, and orchestras.
Interactive Art Workshops
Masterpieces in the Making
Absolutely anyone can be an artist—no experience required! Join Scottsdale Arts for a creative adventure where imagination takes center stage. Come create, connect, and express yourself in a fun and welcoming environment. Your masterpiece is waiting to be made!
Art Exhibitions
Celebrating Creativity Across Mediums
Experience the incredible talent of over 1,000 SUSD elementary, middle, and high school students as they showcase their creativity in a variety of art forms. From vibrant paintings and drawings to imaginative sculptures and mixed-media creations, this exhibition highlights the diverse range of mediums explored by young artists. Celebrate their passion, hard work, and achievements in an inspiring display of budding talent.
Community Activities
All Ages Interactive Fun
Meet our City of Scottsdale and community partners! Play games in the park with Parks & Recreation, become an environmental steward with Solid Waste, and be a literary champion with the Library Services team, and participate in hands-on activities from our arts and culture partners.
Food and Dessert Trucks
Rolling Out the Good Stuff!
Satisfy your cravings while soaking in the creative vibes! Our event features an array of food trucks serving up delicious eats and sweet treats. Grab a plate, find a spot, and enjoy a feast alongside the art-filled festivities!
Alli Ortega Empty Bowls Fundraiser
Buy a Bowl, Feed a Soul!
Scottsdale Community Partners (SCP) will be holding their annual Alli Ortega Empty Bowls Fundraiser in the lobby entrance of the event in SkySong Building 1. There will be bowls crafted by SUSD students and the Scottsdale community available for purchase, in addition to an online auction featuring class bowls, art, and various goods donated by the community. Funds raised will support all SCP programs, in partnership with City of Scottsdale Human Services, such as the Vista del Camino Food Bank, Back-to-School, and Healthy Packs weekend food program for SUSD students.
