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Scottsdale Arts brings you unforgettable live performances, public art, engaging workshops, inspiring museum exhibitions, and outdoor events. Experience creativity in every form.
Mystery in the Museum @SMoCA: The Case of the Whispering Walls
- Events
- Lifestyle
Dec 5, 2025 / 6:30 p.m.
Cryptic clues have been left behind, and we need your help to decipher them! It’s time to put your detective caps on to crack these puzzles and follow the clues throughout the museum to investigate th...
Scottsdazzle Ultimate Play Date
- Events
- Film
- Lifestyle
Dec 6, 2025 / 9:00 a.m.
Join Scottsdale Public Library for a free, family-friendly winter play day featuring hands-on art, science, sports, and festive activities for all ages.
Catwalk Lounge | Hung Dance
- Performances
- Events
- Special Event
Dec 6, 2025 / 6:00 p.m.
Before the show, join us in the Catwalk Lounge for Scottsdale Arts’ signature hospitality, hosted by Scottsdale Arts’ development team. Reserved for ONE Members and special guests, this inviting yet e...
Starlight Movie Night
- Events
- Lifestyle
- Film
Dec 6, 2025 / 6:30 p.m.
Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Home Alone at Scottsdale Civic Center. Arrive early for holiday caroling and sweet treats before the 7 p.m. show.
Hung Dance
- Performances
- Dance
- Global
Dec 6, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.
A captivating dance piece by choreographer Hung-chung Lai. Set to an eclectic mix of electronic and Chinese classical music, BIRDY seamlessly blends tai chi with contemporary dance in the Taiwan-based...
Merchantile Market Dec. 13–Dec. 14
- Events
- Lifestyle
Dec 13, 2025 – Dec 14, 2025
Experience 200+ vendors, hands-on make-and-takes, live music, great food and drinks, and free kids’ activities in one vibrant day of creativity, community, and fun!
An Evening with Rita Rudner
- Performances
- Comedy
Dec 13, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.
With her signature deadpan delivery, impeccable timing, and pithy one-liners, Rita Rudner is a true legend of stand-up comedy.
Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra | A Season of Light
- Performances
- Classical
Dec 14, 2025 / 4:00 p.m.
Celebrate the season with festive favorites, a holiday sing-along, joyful traditions, and a visit from Santa Claus in this family-friendly musical celebration.
Keyboard Conversations ®️ with Jeffrey Siegel | Beethoven—The Young Genius
- Performances
- Classical
Dec 16, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.
Discover the genius of a young Beethoven through his passionate Sonata Pathetique, humorous Rage Over a Lost Penny, and deeply moving “Largo e Mesto.”
The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others
- Performances
- Classical
Dec 18, 2025 / 8:00 p.m.
The symphonic world of Hans Zimmer with music from No Time to Die, The Lion King, The Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Gladiator, The Dark Knight, Inception, Interstellar, Top G...
