Every time I show homes this time of year, buyers ask the same thing: what’s there to actually do here? This weekend has a good answer. Here’s what’s on my list.
1. Canal Convergence at the Scottsdale Waterfront
Through Sun., Nov. 15 · Evenings · Free
Ten nights of big light-art installations along the canal, plus fire performances and live music. The theme this year is Western Nature. Go after dark and walk the canal from Scottsdale Road toward Marshall Way.
Jared’s tip: Park in a free Old Town garage and walk over. Grab dinner in Old Town first. canalconvergence.com
2. Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival
Sat. & Sun., Nov. 7–8 · 10 a.m.–5 p.m. · Free admission
More than 100 artists at Kierland Commons with live music. Wine lovers can buy a Willcox Wine Country tasting pass (10 tastings plus a souvenir glass).
Jared’s tip: Valet is off Kierland Blvd. at 71st St. Pick up coffee at La La Land Kind Café on the way in. kierlandcommons.com/festival
3. Scottsdale Italian Festival
Sat. & Sun., Nov. 7–8 · Scottsdale Civic Center
The 11th annual festival from the Italian Association of Arizona: food, wine and live performances in the heart of Old Town. italianassociation.org
4. Fall Concert Series at Scottsdale Quarter
Sat., Nov. 7 · 5–7 p.m.
A free outdoor concert while you shop or eat at the Quarter. scottsdalequarter.com
5. North Mississippi Allstars
Sun., Nov. 8 · 7:30 p.m. · Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
A blues-rock show to close out the weekend.
Coming up in the neighborhood
- Dash in McCormick Ranch: Chef Matt Carter is opening a casual all-day café and market at Hayden & Mountain View, with coffee, Roman-style pizza and charcoal chicken.
- The Lakefront at Scottsdale (7501 E. McCormick Pkwy) keeps adding tenants, including a new La La Land Kind Café.
- Vote for your favorite local businesses: Best of Scottsdale 2027 nominations are open through Nov. 22 at nominate.thescottsdalescoop.com.
Thinking about living close to all of this? Old Town, McCormick Ranch and Kierland each feel very different. I’m happy to show you around. Call or text me at (602) 904-2362, or send me a message.
Event details can change. Check each event’s website before you go. Event ideas via Scottsdale Scoop. Top photo: D. Patrick Lewis, CC BY 2.0.