Civic Center Live

01/17/2025

Fine automobiles, some more than a century old, have started to arrive in the holding garage ahead of the Arizona Concours d'Elegance, happening this Sunday, Jan. 19, at Scottsdale Civic Center. Among the features of this year's Concours is a class dedicated to "important and historic motorcycles." The main event begins at 9 a.m. Sunday, but Concours+ attendees get early admission at 7 a.m. to watch the cars travel from the holding garage and out onto the verdant lawns of Scottsdale Civic Center. Learn more: https://sarts.co/3A1E3eO

12/28/2024

The Arizona Concours d'Elegance presents some of the world's most superb examples of the art of coachbuilding and automotive engineering, shown in the luxury atmosphere of a stylish garden party on Jan. 19 at Scottsdale Civic Center. Prices are going up Jan. 1, so get your tickets today! https://sarts.co/3A1E3eO

10/31/2024

The Arizona Concours d’Elegance presents some of the world's most superb examples of the art of coachbuilding and automotive engineering, shown in the luxury atmosphere of a stylish garden party on Jan. 19 at Scottsdale Civic Center. Prices are going up Nov. 1, so get your tickets today! https://sarts.co/3A1E3eO

09/28/2024

It's time to wrangle in your tickets to Dreamy Draw Music Festival before all prices increase on Oct. 1! See Mt. Joy, Shakey Graves, Flatland Cavalry and so many more, Nov. 1 + 2 at Scottsdale Civic Center.

Get the most out of Dreamy Draw with the VIP experience, including:

🌵 Unlimited access to two VIP lounges
🌵Premium Stage Pit access and viewing areas
🌵 VIP-only bars
🌵Exclusive merchandise tent + more!

Visit DreamyDrawFest.com to learn more and buy tickets!

08/01/2024

Tickets are now on sale for Arizona Concours d'Elegance on Jan. 19, 2025, at Scottsdale Civic Center. The Concours presents some of the world's most superb examples of the art of coachbuilding and automotive engineering, shown in the luxury atmosphere of a stylish garden party. Make plans for the main event: https://sarts.co/3A1E3eO. Or join the early-risers for the "Dawn Patrol": https://sarts.co/4dpnPKQ

07/24/2024

✨ Scottsdale Arts is hiring ✨

Come join our growing team at one of Arizona's largest arts organizations! We have full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities available.

- Assistant House Manager (PT)
- Arts Educator (PT)
- Facility and Event Operations Coordinator (FT)
- Public Art Intern (PT)
- Events Intern (PT)

Visit sarts.co/applyscottsdalearts to learn more about our open opportunities and apply!

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05/18/2024

The cooler days of autumn may be a distant daydream, but we’re already doing that dreaming for you. On May 1, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts announced its season preview for 2024–25, and Scottsdale Arts ONE Members received access to priority seating or early ticket-buying.

ONE Membership means Scottsdale Arts is your one-stop spot for all the arts, including unlimited free admission to Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA), where you can escape the heat between now and those fun fall shows. Learn more at https://sarts.co/2Eb00Ii.

Never before has an arts organization in this region been able to offer you so much in a One Membership arts package. Discover the benefits today!

05/09/2024

Tonight at 6:30 p.m. ✨ 🌵 🍻 XIXA headlines our last Golden Hour concert of the season! There's still time to get your tickets at https://sarts.co/4bL4WRR.

Medio Pinto opens the concert at 6:30 p.m. with XIXA taking the stage at 7:30 p.m.

05/08/2024

Take a look back at our Golden Hour concert with headliner Night Beats and opener Inkbolt. There is still time to get your $25 tickets to our last Golden Hour concert of the season at https://sarts.co/4bL4WRR.

Join us Thursday, May 9 at 6:30 p.m. for a concert under an Arizona sunset filled with desert sounds.

05/08/2024

Happening this week: Golden Hour concert on Thursday, May 9 🌵with Latin folk fusion multi-instrumentalist band Medio Pinto at 6:30 p.m. and guitar-slinging six-piece band uniquely attuned to the desert and their Latin roots XIXA at 7:30 p.m. Don't miss this evening concert under an Arizona sunset. Tickets are $25 at https://sarts.co/4bL4WRR.

05/07/2024

Another hot Arizona summer is just around the corner—a time of year that’s perfect for visiting the crisp corridors of an art museum. With a Scottsdale Arts ONE Membership, you get unlimited free admission to Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)!

That is just one of the many benefits of a ONE Membership. We gave it that name because Scottsdale Arts is your one-stop spot for all the arts, including performances and events at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Civic Center LIVE. Learn more at https://sarts.co/2Eb00Ii.

Photo: Charles Darr

05/01/2024

We're excited to announce our next season! Take a peek at our preview featuring Rosanne Cash, Martha Graham Dance Company, Herb Alpert & Lani Hall, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, and many more. Start planning your calendar now at https://sarts.co/3y1pqHm.

Free parking? Check. Beautiful surroundings? We have that too. Nearby dinner spots? Plenty. Scottsdale Arts has all the amenities to enhance your event experience. So, bring a loved one or three to visit us in Old Town, where you can settle into the comfy seats of our intimate theaters or stretch out under the stars in our outdoor venues.

04/13/2024

Join us for two spring and summer bucket list challenges using the Scottsdale Public Art Pocket Guide!

50 Public Artworks for 50 Years of Scottsdale Public Art Contest
We’re challenging you to visit 50 public artworks in celebration of 50 years of public art in Scottsdale for a chance to win a year-long Arts Lover Level ONE Membership (value $50) and $10 off a purchase of $30 at The Store at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

Capture the Scottsdale Public Art Collection Contest
If you think 50 is easy, then double down on our challenge and visit all 97* public artworks for a chance to win a Grand Prize including a year-long Friends Level ONE Membership (value $100), a $100 gift certificate to The Store at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, two tickets to a non-restricted show (value of approx. $100), and a $100 cash prize!

Contest runs through June 30, 2024. Purchase of a Pocket Guide required. Official rules: https://sarts.co/3Q0qpOa

04/11/2024

Scottsdale Arts is seeking proposals for outdoor, temporary public artworks to be featured in and around the Arizona Canal at the Scottsdale Waterfront for Canal Convergence 2024. The ten-day event will be Nov. 8–17, and this year’s central theme is “Reflections.” This call is specifically targeting outdoor, light-based installations. Learn more: https://sarts.co/3wWDtgH

Image: Artworks by B!G ART, Jeff Zischke, and Immerge Interactive at Canal Convergence 2022. Photo: David Blakeman.

04/10/2024

Currently listening to Night Beats "Thank You" ahead of their Golden Hour performance tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m.! Paste Magazine called Night Beats a "multi-talented musician," and we could not agree more. Check out the video and interview AND then get your tickets at https://sarts.co/49HGiRm.

This performance also includes opener Phoenix-based genre-bending quartet Inkbolt at 6:30 p.m.

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04/10/2024

Get ready for an unforgettable day of soulful tunes, brews, and good vibes at the 2024 Scottsdale Jazz Festival on Saturday, April 27, at the beautiful Scottsdale Civic Center 🎷🎶

The Scottsdale Jazz Festival is just one of UNESCO’s celebrations on International Jazz Weekend across the country 🌍

⭐ VIP packages and table options available.
⭐ Several food and drink options will be available on-site, including a ticketed Brew Garden and no-host bars.
⭐ Lawn chairs are permitted.
❌ Sorry, no pets allowed.

Visit sarts.co/4cLjOkd or click the link in our bio to learn more and reserve tickets ✨

The Scottsdale Jazz Festival is just one of UNESCO’s celebrations taking place on International Jazz Weekend across the country.

04/04/2024

✨ Get ready for a celestial celebration like no other THIS Saturday, April 6 ✨

The ARTrageous Gala | Cosmic Crescendo is almost here! We're thrilled to present this much-anticipated celebration as we honor creativity, community, and those who’ve helped champion creative and cultural growth in our city and beyond!

This year's theme, Cosmic Crescendo, will transform Scottsdale Civic Center into a solar wonderland where dance, music, art, and expression align with the stars and planets as we prepare for the upcoming solar eclipse.

Guests can expect a red-carpet arrival, interactive galactic experiences, gourmet cocktails, a curated cosmic menu, and much more 🌌

Constellation Club tickets are sold out, but Galaxy tickets remain 💫
Visit Gala.ScottsdaleArts.org to put your name on the guest list!

04/02/2024

This Arizona Gives Day, help Scottsdale Arts provide art education and community support across our city. Your gift, of any size, is more important than you know. Give today at https://sarts.co/3xpCKEQ.

Art has the power to transcend boundaries.It connects every corner of our community and shapes our well-being in profound ways. Scottsdale Arts uses art to improve the lives of every citizen through:a wide variety of school programs and workshopsfamily-friendly events like Second Saturdayworksh...