Upcoming Local Events

Karen Blue
Mar 21
3 min read

Updated: Apr 11

by Karen Blue

MCDOWELL SONORAN CONSERVANCY EVENTS

Now through December 31, 2025

Discover Scottsdale's natural treasure at McDowell Sonoran Preserve, where adventure awaits

year-round. Join expert-led sunrise hikes to witness desert awakening, participate in family-

friendly wildlife education programs, or explore ancient petroglyphs on guided cultural walks.

For more information: http://mcdowellsonoran.org/

CONCOURS IN THE HILLS

April 15, 10 am to 3 pm

12925 N Saguaro Blvd.

Fountain Park in Fountain Hills

Join the Greatest Car Show on Grass for a day of stunning vehicles, great food, and music in

the spectacular setting of Fountain Park. Attendees will enjoy a massive display of vehicles showcasing everything from contemporary and classic race cars to exotic high-performance cars, muscle cars, sports cars, hot rods, military vehicles, helicopters, and motorcycles. Free to attend! phoenixchildrensfoundation.org/signature/concours

EASTER BUNNY EXPRESS

April 19, 9 am to 1 pm

Verde Canyon Railroad, 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale

Children of all ages can visit the Easter Bunny at the Verde Canyon Railroad depot prior to the train’s departure on April 19. The honorable Easter Bunny loves giving out handfuls of treats and hugs before bidding farewell to everyone on the train as it departs at 1 pm. Get your child’s photo taken with the big bunny. On board the train, adults enjoy a spring-fresh Bloody Mary and a 4-hour journey through the magical wilderness of the Verde Canyon. Free to visit with the Easter Bunny at the depot prior to the train’s departure. $139 to ride the train.

verdecanyonrr.com

HIDE & PEEP EASTER EGG HUNT

April 19, 11 am to 2 pm

The Quad at Scottsdale Quarter, 15191 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale

Get egg-cited! Search for colorful eggs hidden throughout The Quarter. After the egg hunt, kids can dance to music and visit our artists for face painting and balloon-twisting fun. Don’t forget to snap a picture with the Easter Bunny who will be hopping around the Quarter. Free

attendance!

SCOTTSDALE JAZZ FESTIVAL

Saturday, April 26, 2025; 3-10 pm

7380 East Second Street Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Now in its 14th year, the Scottsdale Jazz Festival aligns with UNESCO’s International Jazz Day, this time paying a special tribute to the late legendary musician and producer Quincy Jones. 2025 Performers RnR featuring Rick Braun & Richard Elliot | Turning Point | Carlos Rivas Y Mex-sal featuring Luisito Rosario | Nayo Jones Experience | The Dan Pinson All-Star Band pay tribute to the legendary Quincy Jones. For tickets and more information: scottsdaleperformingarts.org/event/scottsdale-jazz-festival-25/

MAMMA MIA! (Broadway Tour)

April 27 to June 1

ASU Gammage, 1220 S. Forest Ave., Tempe

Set on a Greek island paradise, a tale of love and friendship is beautifully told through the

timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past to the island they last visited decades ago. MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show! Tickets at ticketmaster.com

HOME & GARDEN SHOW

May 16-18, 10 am to 5 pm

Westworld in Scottsdale, 16601 N Pima Road, Scottsdale

Arizona’s only flower show fuses vibrant floral displays with more than 1,000 home

improvement vendors’ booths, unlike the Valley has ever seen! Discover hundreds of Arizona’s best home improvement companies offering everything from kitchen renovations to landscaping, interior design, cabinets and countertops to flooring, pergolas, turf, pools, spas, and more. See breathtaking botanical installations and a flower artisans’ market.

Admission $10 adults, $3 child, free parking. maricopacountyhomeshows.com

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