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Downtown Scottsdale

Downtown Scottsdale is one of the most acclaimed areas in Arizona enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.  The area features an eclectic mix of art galleries, specialty retail, upscale dining, nightlife and cultural attractions, watch this Scottsdale Downtown video.

Watch the Scottsdale Arts District video. 

 
ENJOY LIFE LOCALLY IN SCOTTSDALE! - Time spent in Scottsdale is a well spent investment in our community supporting our World Class Quality of Life.  Investment in the Scottsdale economy is used to offer residents and visitors superior experiences at our parks and recreation facilities, the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, state of the art libraries and much more. 



SCOTTSDALE NAMED "BEST GOLF DESTINATION" - Scottsdale was voted as ‘2010’s Top North American Golf Destination’ by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO). Scottsdale was named as the top North American destination as voted by IAGTO’s 340 golf tour operators from 51 different countries. Each operator was asked to nominate the best performing golf destinations this year. Operators were asked to consider customer satisfaction, quality of golf courses, value for money, professional conduct of suppliers, support from the local tourism industry and accessibility to tee times. For more information visit http://bit.ly/eM42lS

MARK YOUR CALENDARS UPCOMING EVENTS

Scottsdale's Downtown plays host to many special events throughout the year that provide the public an opportunity to visit the Downtown area, dine, shop, enjoy music performances, fashion shows, parades, markets, street painting, and a variety of other activities. Be sure to check back often to see the updated events or for more information, visit: Downtown Scottsdale.

• ArtWalk is a free event every Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. ArtWalkers can “chill out” along Main Street, Marshall Way, Stetson and Sixth Avenue and throughout the Downtown Scottsdale Arts District which will be busy with artist demonstrations, gallery show openings, live music, prize drawings, delicious samples from great restaurants and more. There is plenty of nearby free parking, and easy access to local hotels or famed Scottsdale eateries. For more information visit Scottsdale Galleries .

• SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS - There is always something special going on at the Performing Arts.  Visit www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org for the latest list of events.

• DOWNTOWN SCOTTSDALE ART & CULTURAL TROLLEY TOURS -
Free Cultural Trolley tours of Downtown Scottsdale are guided tours of the arts district, Civic Center campus, Hotel Valley Ho, Southbridge and the Waterfront area.  For more information visit www.ultimatearttours.comor call (480) 634-6850.

• OLD TOWN FARMER'S MARKET - This market continues to expand with more local growers, demonstrations, educational opportunities and much more. Visit www.arizonafarmersmarkets.com for more information.

• Love the ARTS? SCOTTSDALE CONTINUES AS LEADING ARTS MECCA - AmericanStyle magazine named Scottsdale the number eight best arts destination among 25 midsize U.S. cities in 2010.  Rankings are based on the quality and type of cultural venues available to the public including museums, festivals and performing arts.  AmericanStyle bills itself as "the nation's premier arts lifestyle magazine for art lovers, collectors and travelers." For a full list of winning cities visit AmericanStyle .

• ARTBRIDGE Artisan's Market - Every Thursday enjoy live artist demonstrations, shop the local artists' jewelry, art, and more. Relax along the beautiful Waterfront/SouthBridge area at this is a free event.  For more information visit www.artisanmarketsaz.com.

Experience Downtown Scottsdale Now - Through online slideshows and other information.

• Waterfront and SouthBridge - view slideshow
• Old Town - view slideshow
• Marshall Way Galleries - view slideshow
• Fifth Avenue Shops - view information
• Pedestrian friendly crosswalk improvements - view slideshow

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Only have a few hours to explore? Commonly requested Points of Interest Got Kids? Seeking Downtown Ambassadors	Downtown Parking Downtown Parking and Transportation Options Scottsdale Trolley Routes Downtown Directory Downtown Districts

 

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Related Links

• Downtown Scottsdale
• Map & Directory (pdf/5mb/74pp - printed brochure avail at Downtown Office)
• Downtown Development
• Downtown Districts
• Downtown Plan
• Downtown Videos
• Transportation
• Investment Activity (pdf/1mb/8PP)
• Active & Proposed Projects
• Register Your Downtown Business

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