MARCH 2019

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Your official guide to what’s happening in and around Scottsdale

Cactus League Spring Training

GOODGUYS SPRING NATIONALSMarch 15-17, 2019 | good-guys.com

This show kicks off the 2019 hot rodding season in style with more than 2,500 hot rods, customs, muscle cars and classics. The event also features more than 200 vendor exhibits, a model car show, Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition and a free Kids’ Zone.

INTERNATIONAL SPORTSMEN’S EXPOMarch 21-24, 2019 | sportsexpos.com

The 2019 International Sportsmen’s Expo and Arizona Boat Show includes hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest destinations and products for fishing, hunting, boating, RVing and off-roading. The Arizona Boat Show features hundreds of boats, from fishing boats to kayaks.

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HEARD MUSEUM GUILD INDIAN FAIR & MARKETMarch 2-3, 2019 | heard.org

This is one of the Southwest’s largest and most prestigious events, featuring more than 600 top Native American artists. View and purchase authentic handmade work by the finest sculptors, painters, jewelers, bead workers, katsina carvers and more.

PARADA DEL SOL RODEO March 7-10, 2019 | paradadelsol.net

One of the oldest, PRCA-sanctioned rodeos in the country, the Parada del Sol Rodeo features action-packed performances that include bull riding, wrestling, calf roping and barrel racing. There’s plenty of rodeo-style fun for the whole family!

SCOTTSDALE ARTS FESTIVALMarch 8-10, 2019 | scottsdaleartsfestival.org

More than 170 juried artists from coast to coast bring their creations to Scottsdale for this exciting three-day festival. Local bands provide live music and some of the Valley’s best food trucks dish up mouthwatering cuisine. Don’t miss the Community Art Studio for family-friendly art activities.

CACTUS LEAGUE SPRING TRAININGFeb. 21 thru March 26, 2019 | cactusleague.com

Sunny skies, cold brews and the crack of the bat can only mean one thing – it’s Spring Training season in Scottsdale! With the San Francisco Giants at Scottsdale Stadium and the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields, there’s no shortage of MLB excitement. See page 3 for Scottsdale home game schedules.

* denotes free event

ONGOING EVENTS

M A RCH EV ENTS

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Celebration of Fine Art101 & Hayden in the White Tents480-443-7695, celebrateart.comThru 3/24/19Visit the working studios of more than 100 renowned and emerging artists from across the country.

MLB Spring Training 2019San Francisco Giants @ Scottsdale StadiumArizona Diamondbacks & Colorado Rockies @ Salt River Fieldscactusleague.comThru 3/26/19

ARIZONA! by Choi+Shine ArchitectsArizona Canal at Scottsdale Waterfrontscottsdalepublicart.orgThru 4/1/19

Charles M. Russell: The Women in His Life and ArtWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West 480-686-9539, scottsdalemuseumwest.orgThru 4/14/19

Now Playing: Video 1999-2019Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art480-874-4666, smoca.orgThru 5/19/19

Bugs. BIG BUGS!Phoenix Zoo602-286-3800, phoenixzoo.orgThru 4/28/19

MonsterfishOdySea Aquarium480-291-8000, odyseaaquarium.comThru 5/5/19

Bodies Revealed OdySea in the Desertodyseainthedesert.comThru 5/11/19

Electric Desert: Light & Sound Experience by Klip CollectiveDesert Botanical Garden480-481-8188, dbg.orgThru 5/12/19This nighttime experience takes visitors on an immersive journey through the Garden using light and original music.

Photographs by Barry M. Goldwater: The Arizona Highways CollectionWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West 480-686-9539, scottsdalemuseumwest.orgThru 6/23/19

Fragments: Broken Bowls Tell More TalesPueblo Grande Museum & Archaeological Park602-495-0901, pueblogrande.comThru 7/31/19

New BeginningsWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West 480-686-9539, scottsdalemuseumwest.orgThru 9/22/19

SPRING TR AINING HOME GAME SCHEDULES

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTSScottsdale Stadium: 7408 E. Osborn Rd., ScottsdaleTickets: cactusleague.com | Charro VIP Lodge Tickets: 480-990-2977 or charros.com Sun., Feb. 24 1:05 p.m. vs. Chicago CubsMon., Feb. 25 1:05 p.m. vs. Chicago White SoxWed., Feb. 27 1:05 p.m. vs. Kansas City RoyalsFri., March 1 7:05 p.m. vs. Cincinnati RedsSat., March 2 1:05 p.m. vs. Texas Rangers (SS)Mon., March 4 1:05 p.m. vs. Los Angeles DodgersThu., March 7 7:05 p.m. vs. Oakland AthleticsSat., March 9 1:05 p.m. vs. Chicago Cubs Sun., March 10 1:05 p.m. vs. Texas Rangers (SS)Tue., March 12 7:05 p.m. vs. Milwaukee BrewersFri., March 15 1:05 p.m. vs. Los Angeles Angels (SS)Sat., March 16 1:05 p.m. vs. San Diego Padres (SS)Sun., March 17 1:05 p.m. vs. Kansas City Royals Wed., March 20 7:05 p.m. vs. Cleveland IndiansFri., March 22 7:05 p.m. vs. Colorado Rockies (SS)Sat., March 23 1:05 p.m. vs. Arizona Diamondbacks

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKSSalt River Fields at Talking Stick: 7555 N. Pima Rd., ScottsdaleTickets: cactusleague.comSat., Feb. 23 1:10 p.m. vs. Colorado Rockies Mon., Feb. 25 1:10 p.m. vs. Oakland AthleticsThu., Feb. 28 1:10 p.m. vs. Cleveland IndiansFri., March 1 1:10 p.m. vs. Chicago CubsSat., March 2 1:10 p.m. vs. Los Angeles DodgersMon., March 4 1:10 p.m. vs. Cincinnati RedsThu., March 7 1:10 p.m. vs. Cleveland IndiansSat., March 9 1:10 p.m. vs. Kansas City Royals (SS)Sun., March 10 1:10 p.m. vs. Colorado Rockies (SS)Tue., March 12 6:40 p.m. vs. Texas RangersThu., March 14 1:10 p.m. vs. San Francisco GiantsSat., March 16 1:10 p.m. vs. Chicago CubsSun., March 17 1:10 p.m. vs. Chicago White Sox (SS)Tue., March 19 6:40 p.m. vs. San Diego Padres Thu., March 21 1:10 p.m. vs. Los Angeles AngelsSun., March 24 1:10 p.m. vs. Milwaukee BrewersMon., March 25 6:40 p.m. vs. Chicago White Sox (at Chase Field)Tue., March 26 12:40 p.m. vs. Chicago White Sox (at Chase Field)

COLORADO ROCKIESSalt River Fields at Talking Stick: 7555 N. Pima Rd., ScottsdaleTickets: cactusleague.comSun., Feb. 24 1:10 p.m. vs. Seattle MarinersTue., Feb. 26 1:10 p.m. vs. Cleveland IndiansWed., Feb. 27 1:10 p.m. vs. Los Angeles AngelsSun., March 3 1:10 p.m. vs. San Francisco GiantsTue., March 5 1:10 p.m. vs. Milwaukee BrewersWed., March 6 1:10 p.m. vs. Los Angeles AngelsFri., March 8 1:10 p.m. vs. Texas RangersSat., March 9 1:10 p.m. vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (SS)Sun., March 10 1:10 p.m. vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (SS)Mon., March 11 1:10 p.m. vs. Oakland AthleticsWed., March 13 1:10 p.m. vs. Arizona DiamondbacksFri., March 15 1:10 p.m. vs. Kansas City RoyalsMon., March 18 1:10 p.m. vs. Cincinnati RedsWed., March 20 6:40 p.m. vs. Kansas City RoyalsFri., March 22 6:40 p.m. vs. San Diego Padres (SS)Sat., March 23 6:40 p.m. vs. Chicago Cubs

(SS) = Split Squad

* denotes free event

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MARCH 5The Hot Club of San FranciscoPinnacle Presbyterian Church, 7:30 p.m.480-422-8449, azmusicfest.org

“Passion for Bach and Coltrane”Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

MARCH 6Novo AmorMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

Academy of St. Martin in the FieldsScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MARCH 7Roars & PoursPhoenix Zoo, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.602-286-3800, phoenixzoo.org

The Streisand SongbookHighlands Church, 7:30 p.m.480-422-8449, azmusicfest.org

MARCH 7-10Parada del Sol RodeoWestWorld of ScottsdaleSee website for details480-990-3179, paradadelsol.netThis PRCA-sanctioned rodeo features four action-packed performances. Events include bull riding, barrel racing and more!

MARCH 7, 14, 21, 28*Scottsdale ArtWalkScottsdale Arts District (Main St. & Marshall Way), 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com

MARCH 8Alpin HongMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

MARCH 8-10Scottsdale Arts FestivalScottsdale Civic Center ParkFri. & Sat. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdaleartsfestival.orgBrowse the works of more than 175 jury-selected artists. Live entertainment, local food trucks and kids’ activities add to the fun!

“Grease School Edition”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun., 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

MARCH 9*Downtown Scottsdale Art & Cultural Trolley Tour Departs from Old Adobe Mission, 10:30 a.m.602-826-3155, ultimatearttours.com(Reservations required)

*Artisan FestOdySea in the Desert, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

Zoo Move & Groove Fit Festival & 5KPhoenix Zoo5K Run/Walk 7 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.Fit Festival 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.602-286-3800, phoenixzoo.org

*Movies in the Desert: UpOdySea in the Desert, 6:30 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

Joel HarrisonMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

MARCH 10“Behind the Music: Mozart & Schubert”Musical Instrument Museum, 2 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

Sunday Concerts in the Garden: Miguel Melgoza BandDesert Botanical Garden3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org

MARCH 1Noam Pikelny & Stuart DuncanMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

Lucia MicarelliHighlands Church, 7:30 p.m.480-422-8449, azmusicfest.org

Dave StameyASU Kerr Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com

MARCH 1-3“Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m. / Sun., 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

“Grease School Edition”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun., 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

MARCH 1, 8, 15, 22, 29*Native American DancingHyatt Regency Scottsdale, 5 p.m.480-444-1234, scottsdale.hyatt.com

MARCH 2Scottsdale Giant RaceScottsdale Stadium, 7 a.m. – 12 p.m.415-972-1881race-sfgiants.com/scottsdaleThe 10K and 5K races tour Scottsdale before finishing at Scottsdale Stadium.

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet: An Evening with Pianist Joyce YangScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MARCH 2-3Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & MarketHeard Museum, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.602-251-0209, heard.org

City of Scottsdale Off-Road ExpoWestWorld of ScottsdaleSee website for details317-236-6515, offroadexpo.comSee what’s new and exciting in the off-road industry, from racing and rock crawling to sand sports and camping.

MARCH 2-10Arizona Sun Circuit Quarter Horse ShowWestWorld of ScottsdaleSee website for details623-869-8037, suncircuit.com

MARCH 2, 9, 16, 23, 30*Old Town Farmers’ MarketBrown Ave. & First St., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.623-848-1234, arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com

MARCH 3 *Sunday A’FairScottsdale Civic Center Park12 p.m. – 4 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Art House Cinema: The Man Who Fell to EarthScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 1 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Young Musicians Winter ConcertMusical Instrument Museum, 2 p.m.480-422-8449, azmusicfest.org

Sunday Concerts in the Garden: Jaleo QuartetDesert Botanical Garden3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org

MARCH 4Tinsley Ellis & Coco MontoyaMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

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Sunday Concerts in the Garden: Kilted SpiritDesert Botanical Garden 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org

River Whyless & DarlingsideMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

MARCH 19Violins of Hope TributeScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.orgMusic and stories combine in this powerful tribute concert dedicated to Holocaust survivors and their families.

MARCH 19-20Ladysmith Black MambazoMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

MARCH 19-24“The Play That Goes Wrong”ASU Gammage, see website for details480-965-3434, asugammage.com

MARCH 21NightLife at OdySea Aquarium: ‘90s Spring Break NightOdySea AquariumSee website for details480-291-8000, odyseaaquarium.com

The Cat from HavanaScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Masters of Hawaiian MusicMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

MARCH 21-24International Sportsmen’s ExpoWestWorld of ScottsdaleThu.-Sat 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.Sun. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.800-545-6100, sportsexpos.com

MARCH 22Coco FuscoScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MARCH 22-24“Death of a Salesman”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m. / Sun., 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

“Grease School Edition”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun., 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

MARCH 23*Artisan FestOdySea in the Desert, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman ShowScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.orgIn a show that blends stand-up comedy and music, Vicki Lawrence brings her most endearing character, “Mama,” to the stage.

MARCH 24*Sunday A’FairScottsdale Civic Center Park12 p.m. – 4 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Omar Sosa & Seckou Keita: Transparent WaterMusical Instrument Museum, 2 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

STARS: Survivors Tell a Real StoryScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 2 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Sunday Concerts in the Garden: Mel Bridges & CompanyDesert Botanical Garden3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org

MARCH 10, CONT.Chris PotterMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

MARCH 11The Legendary Count Basie OrchestraHighlands Church, 7:30 p.m.480-422-8449, azmusicfest.org

MARCH 12Jeffrey Siegel: Chopin in ParisScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Quarteto NuevoASU Kerr Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com

MARCH 14“Wiesenthal”Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org Wiesenthal is the riveting true story of the “Jewish James Bond,” who brought more than 1,100 Nazi war criminals to justice.

MARCH 15Changes in Latitude: Jimmy Buffett TributeHighlands Church, 7:30 p.m.480-422-8449, azmusicfest.org

JigJamMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedrito MartinezScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Late Nite Cigar Rolling & StorytellingScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 9:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MARCH 15-17Spring Plant SaleDesert Botanical GardenFri. & Sat. 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sun. 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.(Note: March 15 is for Desert Botanical Garden members only)

Goodguys Spring NationalsWestWorld of Scottsdale,Fri. & Sat. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m.-3 p.m.925-838-9876, good-guys.com

“Death of a Salesman”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m. / Sun., 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

“Grease School Edition”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun., 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

MARCH 16ink: Camille A. Brown & DancersASU Gammage, 7 p.m.480-965-3434, asugammage.com

Davis Circus of IllusionWonders of the World Theater at Cattle Track, 7:30 p.m.480-330-1592, daviscircusofillusion.com

Max Raabe & Palast OrchesterScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MARCH 17*Family Fit FestOdySea in the Desert, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

*Sunday A’FairScottsdale Civic Center Park12 p.m. – 4 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.orgEnjoy free outdoor concerts by top Arizona musicians, an arts-and-crafts market, kids’ activities and more!

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*Scottsdale PhilharmonicScottsdale Bible Church, 4 p.m.480-951-6077 scottsdalephilharmonic.com

MARCH 26Morgan James “From White to Blue” TourMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

Talk CinemaScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MARCH 27MIM Musical Interludes: ASU Music Theatre & OperaMusical Instrument Museum, 10:30 a.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

Nano SternASU Kerr Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com

MARCH 29Agave on the RocksDesert Botanical Garden6 p.m. – 10 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.orgSip a refreshing margarita as you celebrate tequila, food and live music at the coolest party in the desert!

Bill Charlap TrioMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

Complexions Contemporary Ballet: Star DustScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MARCH 29-31“Death of a Salesman”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m. / Sun., 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

MARCH 30MIM & Phoenix Symphony: Mozart & Schubert Chamber Music Festival 2Musical Instrument Museum2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

QuetzalASU Gammage, 7 p.m.480-965-3434, asugammage.comQuetzal is a Grammy Award-winning East LA Chicana rock group known for its culturally rich and complex music.

Davis Circus of IllusionWonders of the World Theater at Cattle Track, 7:30 p.m.480-330-1592, daviscircusofillusion.com

Havana Cuba All-StarsScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Havana NightsScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 10 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MARCH 31*Sunday A’FairScottsdale Civic Center Park12 p.m. – 4 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

MusicaNova Orchestra: The Forgotten SymphoniesMusical Instrument Museum, 2 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

Some Enchanted Evening: The Music of Richard RodgersScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 3 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Sunday Concerts in the Garden: Blaine Long & Rosas del ReyDesert Botanical Garden3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org.

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