Events: Arizona - Phoenix - Scottsdale

The City of Scottsdale brings together the best of Old West traditions and new West style by introducing a host of Western-themed events in and around the City in the days preceding the 64th Annual Scottsdale Parada del Sol Parade and Trail’s End Festival on Feb. 11.

From Feb. 4 to Feb. 11 has been officially proclaimed Western Week by the City of Scottsdale, and is set to include an array of signature festivities throughout the week, inspired by the indigenous cultures and traditions of the Old West. Signature activities and entertainment includes:

Gold Palette ArtWalk themed Western Spirit: Thursday, Feb. 9, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., this educational event features “Telling the Story” – a walking tour of the Old Town Arts District led by Arizona historian Melanie MacEachern and Scottsdale town historian Joan Fudala.  Following this leisurely, informative stroll, ArtWalkers will conclude their tour at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West to learn more about the rich history of Western art. For more details, call Cyndy Carstens at 480-946-3217 or visit scottsdalegalleries.com.