{"id":33924,"date":"2026-04-10T11:45:42","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T18:45:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/?p=33924"},"modified":"2026-04-10T11:45:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T18:45:44","slug":"must-see-events-and-exhibits-at-scottsdale-arts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/art-music\/must-see-events-and-exhibits-at-scottsdale-arts\/","title":{"rendered":"Must-See Events and Exhibits at Scottsdale Arts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Spring is in full swing, and <a href=\"https:\/\/scottsdalearts.org\/\">Scottsdale Arts <\/a>is marking the season with a lineup of performances, exhibitions, and interactive experiences. Whether you\u2019re in the mood for live music, contemporary art, or something a little more hands-on, there\u2019s no shortage of ways to dive into the local arts scene this April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"800\"  height=\"600\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33929 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA-260x195.jpg 260w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114040\/Cycle-the-Arts-2022_Swimming-Dream-by-Laurie-Lundquist-and-Studio-MA-80x60.jpg 80w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Images courtesy of Scottsdale Arts<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Performances and Events<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The spotlight shifts to a milestone celebration at Scottsdale Civic Center with The ARTrageous Gala on April 11. This signature event honors 50 years of the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, bringing together the community for an evening inspired by decades of artistic innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mid-month brings a mix of creativity and intrigue. On April 15, art lovers can attend the opening reception for \u201cNancy Kravetz: Color Forms the Day,\u201d while April 17 invites guests back to SMoCA for Mystery in the Museum, an interactive, clue-solving adventure through the galleries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33933 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114111\/Cycle-the-Arts_LOVE-by-Robert-Indiana.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who prefer to explore the outdoors, Cycle the Arts celebrates its 20th anniversary on April 19 with a free, citywide bicycle tour of public art, starting at Arabian Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Music fans have plenty to look forward to as well. Drew Holcomb &amp; The Neighbors take the stage alongside Ellie Holcomb on April 19, offering an evening of heartfelt Americana. Later in the month, HOMEGROWN on April 25 showcases Arizona\u2019s dance community with works from choreographers Liliana Gomez, Alicia Nascimento, Candy Jimenez, and Halley Willcox. The month wraps with The Wood Brothers on April 30, blending folk, blues, and soul into a richly textured live performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114047\/Glow-Up%40SMoCA-Sound-Bath-in-Phillip-K.-Smith-III-3-Parallels.jpg\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33930 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114047\/Glow-Up%40SMoCA-Sound-Bath-in-Phillip-K.-Smith-III-3-Parallels-1024x768.jpg\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wellness returns to SMoCA on April 23 with Glow Up @SMoCA: Gentle Yoga, inviting participants of all levels to relax and recharge within the glowing environment of \u201cInfinite.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The momentum continues into May with an appearance by David Sedaris on May 2 at the Orpheum Theatre, where audiences can experience his signature wit and storytelling. Later in the month, AJ\u2019s The Art of Wine on May 16 transforms the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts into a stylish seasonal tasting event inspired by summer flavors and design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114052\/SMoCA-Spring-Opening-2026_photo-by-Brian-Passey_02.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33931 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114052\/SMoCA-Spring-Opening-2026_photo-by-Brian-Passey_02-1024x683.jpg\"  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reflects on the connections built through creative collaboration, while \u201cMark + Making\u201d at SMoCA dives into the role of line, gesture, and process in contemporary art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also at SMoCA, \u201cTender Alchemy: Beth Ames Swartz and Julianne Swartz\u201d explores transformation through the works of a mother-daughter duo, while Squidsoup \u00b7 Infinite continues to captivate visitors with its glowing, immersive environment through August.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/10114139\/SMoCA-Spring-Opening-2026_photo-by-Brian-Passey_05.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"5472\"  height=\"3648\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33934 pk-lazyload\"  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From high-energy performances to quiet moments of reflection, Scottsdale\u2019s arts scene is offering something for every mood this April\u2014an invitation to get out, explore, and be inspired. 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