Imagine Benatar
Pat Benatar tribute band bringing high-energy classic rock anthems to the indoor showroom, well out of the desert heat.
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Things to do in Scottsdale, AZ
Find current events, restaurants, family activities, and quick getaway ideas in Scottsdale, AZ. WonderKit curates these picks daily so the page stays useful for both local search and trip planning.
12 hand-picked things to do in Scottsdale, AZ right now · 6 with confirmed dates
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A perfect 3 days in Scottsdale, AZ
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Day 1
MorningMatilda the Musical
A clever stage adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic tale, running inside the cool, air-conditioned comfort of the Herberger Theater Center.
AfternoonFnB Restaurant
Chef Charleen Badman delivers hyper-seasonal, Arizona-grown vegetable-forward dishes paired with an all-Arizona wine list in Old Town.
EveningChannel Tres - The Enigma Tour
Blending house music, 1970s soul, and West Coast rap for a late-night set at the air-conditioned Van Buren.
Day 2
MorningMusical Instrument Museum Cool Down
Escape the 105°F heat inside the world's premier music museum, featuring massive galleries, artist costumes, and immersive mechanical instruments.
AfternoonThe Mission Old Town
Modern Latin American cuisine served in a dramatic, candle-lit dining room featuring a Himalayan salt block wall.
EveningLes Miserables (Touring)
Live at Phoenix Theatre-AZ.
Day 3
MorningScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Exhibitions
Explore rotating modern art, architecture, and design exhibitions within award-winning minimalist architecture designed by Will Bruder.
AfternoonImagine Benatar
Pat Benatar tribute band bringing high-energy classic rock anthems to the indoor showroom, well out of the desert heat.
EveningRick Springfield
The Grammy-winning artist performs his catalog of 80s pop-rock hits in-the-round at the intimate Celebrity Theatre.
🎸 Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight in the Valley
Channel Tres - The Enigma Tour
Blending house music, 1970s soul, and West Coast rap for a late-night set at the air-conditioned Van Buren.
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Les Miserables (Touring)
Live at Phoenix Theatre-AZ.
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🌴 This Weekend in Scottsdale, AZ
Beat the late-August heat with these indoor arts and evening experiences
Matilda the Musical
A clever stage adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic tale, running inside the cool, air-conditioned comfort of the Herberger Theater Center.
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Rick Springfield
The Grammy-winning artist performs his catalog of 80s pop-rock hits in-the-round at the intimate Celebrity Theatre.
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Baddies and Blunts: Puff & Paint
A creative, laid-back evening social session featuring guided canvas painting inside Thunderbird Lounge.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Cool spaces, air-conditioned dining, and vibrant local flavors
FnB Restaurant
Chef Charleen Badman delivers hyper-seasonal, Arizona-grown vegetable-forward dishes paired with an all-Arizona wine list in Old Town.
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The Mission Old Town
Modern Latin American cuisine served in a dramatic, candle-lit dining room featuring a Himalayan salt block wall.
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✨ New & Notable
Late-summer museum exhibits and seasonal air-conditioned escapes
Musical Instrument Museum Cool Down
Escape the 105°F heat inside the world's premier music museum, featuring massive galleries, artist costumes, and immersive mechanical instruments.
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Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Exhibitions
Explore rotating modern art, architecture, and design exhibitions within award-winning minimalist architecture designed by Will Bruder.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips out of the desert heat to cooler mountain air
Cool Pine Breezes in Flagstaff
Drive two hours north up the I-17 to escape the Valley heat into the ponderosa pines of Flagstaff, featuring cooler high-altitude weather, local craft breweries, and alpine trails.
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Red Rock Canyon Morning in Sedona
Head an hour and a half north for an early morning creek-side escape beneath the red rocks before the midday sun peaks, enjoying shaded canyon walks and art galleries.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Scottsdale, AZ?
Current local highlights in Scottsdale, AZ include Imagine Benatar, Channel Tres - The Enigma Tour, and Les Miserables (Touring). WonderKit refreshes this guide daily so the picks reflect real local happenings.
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