Les Misérables (Touring)
The legendary classic musical returns to the stage with a sweeping orchestral score and powerful vocal performances.
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For familiesThings to do in Scottsdale with kids this weekend (Oct 16–18)
This weekend in Scottsdale: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026
Family activities in Scottsdale, AZ right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
11 hand-picked things to do in Scottsdale, AZ right now · 6 with confirmed dates
Photo: Danielle Higgins / Unsplash
How we pick family-friendly spots
- Stroller- and toddler-friendly venues with room to move
- Weekend and daytime timing that works around nap windows
- Kids-eat-here restaurants over date-night-only rooms
🌵 This Weekend in Scottsdale, AZ · Oct 16–18
Fall markets, theatrical performances, and weekend sports
ASU Women's Volleyball vs. Arizona Wildcats
In-state rivalry showdown on the hardwood as the Sun Devils take on the Wildcats.
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Soulfly - D-LOW Memorial Show
A fierce, hard-hitting metal tribute and performance bringing heavy sound to the East Valley.
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🌙 Happening Today
Concerts, trivia, and evening plans around the Valley tonight
Deer Tick Live
Intimate, high-energy indie-rock performance in downtown Phoenix just a short drive from Old Town.
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Gilmore Girls Trivia w/ Corey G + Carolyn
Test your Stars Hollow knowledge in the subterranean basement lounge with themed drinks.
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Rise Against: Ricochet 2026
A high-octane punk rock arena performance featuring stripped-down and electric arrangements.
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✨ New & Notable
Fresh exhibits, seasonal shifts, and limited-run happenings
Scottsdale Arts District Thursday ArtWalk
Stroll the historic galleries along Main Street and Marshall Way during the cooler evening hours as the weekly autumn art walk season hits its stride.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips within a 2-3 hour drive of Scottsdale
Historic Mining Hillside Town of Jerome
Drive two hours north into the Black Hills to explore a historic mountainside copper-mining town turned arts community, featuring haunted hotels and cliffside wineries.
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Sedona Red Rock Autumn Retreat
Head 2 hours north up I-17 for cooler fall weather among iconic red rock monoliths, boutique vortex hikes, and uptown creek-side dining.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Where to grab a bite, patio drink, or seasonal meal in Scottsdale right now
FnB Restaurant
Chef Charleen Badman's celebrated vegetable-forward menu paired with an exclusively Arizona wine list in Downtown Scottsdale.
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The Mission Old Town
Modern Latin American cuisine served in a dramatic, candle-lit dining room featuring a stunning Himalayan salt wall.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Scottsdale, AZ with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include Deer Tick Live, Gilmore Girls Trivia w/ Corey G + Carolyn, and Rise Against: Ricochet 2026. WonderKit refreshes this Scottsdale, AZ guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in Scottsdale, AZ?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in Scottsdale, AZ, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in Scottsdale, AZ this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in Scottsdale, AZ" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in Scottsdale, AZ. Updated daily.
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