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Scottsdale, Ariz. (February 5, 2026) -- Now entering its third year, Desert Design Week will bring a series of unique events to Phoenix and Scottsdale from April 16 – 23, 2026. This bi-annual celebration of art, design, architecture, and community spotlights artists, architects, designers, makers, and creatives through workshops, shoppable pop-ups, home tours, and more. The decentralized festival has earned a passionate following, and interested attendees are encouraged to add their name to the list at desertdesignweek.com for first dibs at tickets as they become available.

Desert Design Week founder Ruth Price says the Spring 2026  edition of Desert Design Week will bring a mix of events. “My goal with Desert Design Week is to offer a selection of varied experiences that bring people together around a shared love of art, design, and architecture. Some will be more intimate, and others on a grand scale. I urge those interested in attending to sign up at desertdesignweek.com because events tend to sell out quickly!”

The Desert Design Week Spring Edition Preliminary Schedule follows. Additional events will be added. Tickets will be released for sale at desertdesignweek.com in mid-March.

April 16
Artist Installation & Talk - Featuring the work of textile artist Rhiannon Griego. Hosted at MADE (Materials for Designers)

April 16
A Little Bit Extra - Book Tour (Phoenix Stop) with Chef Reilly Meehan
A "block party" with food creatives, artisans, and book signing

April 17
A Feng Shui experience for Interior Design & Architecture - Hosted at Âme Bohème by Bohemy Houz. Led by Feng Shui by Jen

April 17
Original Art Group Show - co/curated with guest curators Ben Latham and Stephanie Ketty

April 18
Makers Market at Local Nomad - A curated art market featuring original objects and art from local and regional artists

April 20
A Conversation about Marketing / Branding with Ashley Murphy of Rare Beauty
Hosted in collaboration with Plush Delicate Installations. Creative branding and marketing insights for the design-driven professional

April 21
Wiseman & Gale x Mike Diaz (Studio Mike Diaz)
Featuring the decorative art and furniture of Mike Diaz

April 22
Immersive evening experience with Modern Nest

April 23
First Bites of Phoenix with House of Form
Experience food and hospitality interior design with a good vibe

About Desert Design Week
Anchored in the unique energy of the Sonoran Desert, this biannual event, set in Scottsdale and the surrounding Phoenix metro area, serves as a platform for visionary designers, artists, and makers to showcase their work, inspire new perspectives, and contribute to the creative landscape of the Southwest. Learn more at desertdesignweek.com.