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Things to do in Scottsdale, AZ with friends

What's on in Scottsdale, AZ this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.

Updated: Sun, Apr 19, 2026

☀️ Happening Today

Events and things to do this Sunday in Scottsdale

Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market

Sun, Apr 19, 2026 · 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM · Old Town Farmers Market · $ · Best for Everyone

It's the final stretch of the season! Grab a cold brew coffee and browse local produce, fresh flowers, and artisan breads before the heat settles in.

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Live Acoustic Sessions at Olive & Ivy

Sun, Apr 19, 2026 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM · Olive & Ivy · $$ · Best for Couples and Friends

Enjoy the breezy patio overlooking the Waterfront with Mediterranean-inspired brunch and live music to set a perfect Sunday mood.

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🍽️ Eat & Drink

Buzzy spots and seasonal flavors

Toca Madera

Scottsdale Fashion Square, Scottsdale · $$$ · Best for Special occasions

High-energy, upscale Mexican dining with a dramatic interior. Perfect for a Sunday late lunch on the patio while the weather is still sub-90 degrees.

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The Herb Box

Scottsdale Waterfront, Scottsdale · $$ · Best for Casual brunch

A local staple for seasonal, creative comfort food. Their patio at the Waterfront is arguably the best spot in town for people-watching on a Sunday.

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🌵 This Weekend in Scottsdale, AZ

Making the most of peak desert weather

Guided Morning Desert Hike

Sun, Apr 19, 2026 · 7:00 AM · Gateway Trailhead · $ · Best for Active adults and families

Beat the heat and join a volunteer steward for an interpretive hike through the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Learn about blooming saguaros and desert ecology.

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Sunday Gallery Stroll

Sun, Apr 19, 2026 · 11:00 AM · Scottsdale Arts District · $ · Best for Art enthusiasts

While the main ArtWalk is Thursdays, the Arts District is beautiful on a Sunday morning. Wander the galleries between Main St and Marshall Way to see new spring exhibits.

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✨ New & Notable

What's fresh in the Valley

Taliesin West Spring Twilight Tours

Sun, Apr 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Taliesin West · $$ · Best for Architecture buffs

Experience Frank Lloyd Wright’s desert masterpiece as the sun sets. The golden hour light on the desert masonry is unlike anything else in Scottsdale.

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🚗 Quick Escape

Weekend getaways within 3 hours

Sedona Red Rock Reset

Sedona, AZ (2 hour drive) · $$$ · Best for Couples

Just two hours north. Perfect for cooler temperatures, vortex hiking, and stargazing. Stay at a creekside lodge and recharge among the red rocks.

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Historic Prescott Charm

Prescott, AZ (2 hour drive) · $$ · Best for Families and history lovers

Head up to the high desert for a weekend of pine trees, victorian architecture, and Whiskey Row. It's consistently 10-15 degrees cooler than Scottsdale.

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