Arizona’s most ambitious cultural event is returning for its second year, and it’s already shaping up to be bigger and better than its blockbuster debut. Scottsdale Art Week, presented by Scottsdale Ferrari, returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale March 19-22, 2026, and in conjunction with the myriad art galleries in Old Town is helping cement Scottsdale’s position as a premier arts … Read More
What Mesa’s Mekong Plaza Expansion Shows Us About How Cultural Diversity Drives Economic Growth
While Scottsdale gets plenty of attention for its upscale dining scene and luxury shopping, something equally exciting is happening just down the road in Mesa…and it’s a reminder that the Valley’s most interesting growth often comes as a result of its own maturity and diversity. Mesa’s Asian District recently completed a $10 million expansion of Mekong Plaza, adding twelve new … Read More
Scottsdale Ferrari, UBS, NetJets, Optima & City of Scottsdale Among Sponsors of Largest New American Art Fair in Decades
Second Annual Art Fair Set to Return to WestWorld March 19 – 22, 2026, With All-Star Partners Scottsdale Art Week Presented by Scottsdale Ferrari will return to WestWorld March 19 – 22, 2026, with the City of Scottsdale joining as a prominent sponsor of the largest new American art fair in decades. The city joins a powerhouse roster of other sponsors and community partners, including … Read More
First-Time Performance of Oasis Classic by Whiskey’s Quicker at Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships Nov. 8 to Celebrate the State’s Top-Selling Champagne Event
Band of Arizona’s Most Influential Sports Writer of All Time to Follow Up on Last Year’s Polo Party performance; Treat Crowd to Cover of Oasis Smash Hit Lauded Arizona sports authority and Whiskey’s Quicker guitarist Dan Bickley is set to deliver another memorable moment at this year’s Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships, treating fans to a first-time performance of Oasis’ smash hit, … Read More
America’s Largest New Fair of Art & Design Announces Ticket Options Six Months Before Event, to Honor Cara Romero as Indigenous Artist of the Year at March 19 – 22 Fair at WestWorld; Dates Announced Through 2029
Renowned photographer to receive honor during Opening Night Vernissage Scottsdale Art Week presented by Scottsdale Ferrari will honor acclaimed artist and photographer Cara Romero, of the Chemehuevi Indian Tribe, as the recipient of its inaugural “Indigenous Artist of the Year” award during the Opening Night Vernissage of the second-annual Scottsdale Art Week, set for 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Thursday, March … Read More
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Bringing the West’s Most Notorious Outlaw Back to Life Opening This October with ‘The Resurrection of Billy the Kid’
The exhibit, which runs through the end of the year is described as “part art show, part wake, part Wild West showdown,” features bold work by Bob Boze Bell, Thom Ross and Buckeye Blake Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is pleased to announce a partnership with True West Magazine to bring The West’s most well-known and notorious outlaw figuratively back to … Read More
Guest Editorial: Support Local Museums – A Vital Investment in Arizona’s Culture and Economy
By Todd Bankofier As summer approaches and the temperature heats up, many locals look for ways to stay cool and engaged. For those of us who live in the Valley year-round, museums offer more than a break from the heat. They provide meaningful experiences, cultural enrichment, and a stronger connection to the place we call home. At Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s … Read More
America’s Most-Attended Polo Event — 14th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships Announces New “Polo Weekend” Saturday & Sunday, November 8 & 9, New Match-Up Plus Brand New WestWorld Art & Wine Experience
The Action-Packed Weekend at WestWorld and Around Scottsdale Will Include Six Polo Matches, Including Army vs. Navy, Sunday Brunch & Open-Air Tent The unique Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships: Presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos will return to WestWorld of Scottsdale this November, and match-ups are now set for the most-attended polo event in the United States. Dubbed “The Best Polo Event in the … Read More
Bentley Gallery to Close After 41 Years of Championing Contemporary Art in the Southwest
After four remarkable decades of presenting leading-edge contemporary art in the heart of the Southwest, Bentley Gallery announces its official closure. This decision marks the end of an era for our gallery that has long been a vital force in Arizona’s cultural landscape. Founded in 1984 by the eponymous Bentley Calverley, Bentley Gallery has served as a cornerstone for contemporary … Read More
***Buy One Get One Free Ticket Alert*** Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Launches Second Annual ‘The Cool Frontier’ for Summer 2025
From a variety of beautiful exhibits and exciting Western movies to “Artist Tuesdays” and more, the museum is offering plenty of ways for people to beat the heat while enjoying the arts in cool comfort Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is pleased to announce and host the second annual “The Cool Frontier,” a summer schedule of events that offers … Read More