The Old West is etched in our history like a pocket-knife carving on a mesquite tree. We’ve held tight to our past. It’s what makes this area so likeable. Every year, Western Week restokes the embers of our rich heritage and ensures our western legacy glows as brightly as it did a century ago. All are welcome to experience what can only be described as one “heck of a good time” – parades, Native American festivals, gold mining, live music, and museum exhibits. Mark your calendars, slide into your best leather boots (or comfortable pair of sneakers), and ride out to see what all the fuss is about.

Western Movie Series

Rhythm rides the range this Western Week at Western Spirit with a weeklong series of classic Western movies and musicals!  Gather the whole family for a fun cinematic journey through the heart of the Wild West, featuring timeless favorites that will have everyone singing along. Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of Western movies and musicals on the big screen—where the songs are as unforgettable as the landscapes!

Schedule Of Events:
Monday, January 27 at 2pm: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954) 102 min
Tuesday, January 28 at 2pm: Calamity Jane (1953) 101 min
Wednesday, January 29 at 1pm: Rhythm on the Range (1936) 87 min
Thursday, January 30 at 2:00pm - Go West (1940) 81 min
Friday, January 31 at 10:00am: An American Tale: Fievel Goes West (1991) 75 min and at 1:00pm Home on the Range (2004) 78 min
Saturday, February 1 at 10:00am: Home on the Range (2004) 78 min and at 1:00pm: An American Tale: Fievel Goes West (1991) 75 min
Sunday, February 2 at 2pm: Oklahoma! (1955) 145 min 

Movie Admissions
$5 - Adults
$4 - Seniors
$3 students and children ages 6-18
FREE children ages 5 and under. Weekly passes and concessions available.

Location: 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ

January 30, 2025
06:30 PM - 09:00 PM - Scottsdale Western Week - Gold Palette ArtWalk

The Scottsdale Gallery Association proudly presents its Gold Palette ArtWalk with a Western Week theme. Scottsdale’s ArtWalk provides residents and out-of-towners the opportunity to visit our renowned art galleries, see new art pieces and converse with artists and owners.

Stroll at your own pace, wander into galleries through a festive area enjoying dramatic statues, bubbling fountains, tree-covered courtyards, famed restaurants and live music.

Location: Arts Districts, Scottsdale, AZ

January 31, 2025
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM - Pony Express

Find out why Old Town Scottsdale is "the West's Most Western Town" during a morning filled with family-friendly activities, line dancing, live music and, of course, beloved horses that will be making their way all the way from the town of Holbrook to join us for this special occciasion

Festivities take place outside Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West.

Location: Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, North Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ

February 01, 2025
Saturday, February 01, 2025
09:30 AM - 12:00 PM - Scottsdale Parada Del Sol Historic Parade

With 70 years of history under its belt, the Scottsdale Parada del Sol Historic Parade and Trail’s End Festival rides into town featuring more than 125 lively entries including colorful floats, mounted horse-riders, horse-drawn carriage, school marching bands, wagons and stagecoaches representing many cultures from Mexican to Native American to Arabian to Western. Immediately following the parade, the Historic Old Town District transforms into a massive Western-style block party with a kids’ zone, food trucks, merchandise vendors, and multiple stages with live entertainment including concerts from today’s popular bands to traditional performers.

This year’s event theme is 25 Reasons to Love Parada Del Sol in 2025, which will be weaved into the day's festivities.

Parada del Sol events will be taking place rain or shine.

The parade follows a route from Drinkwater Blvd. along Scottsdale Rd., finishing at Brown Ave. and Indian School Rd. Trail’s End Festival is held in the Historic Old Town district.

12:00 PM - 04:00 PM - Trail's End Festival
The Trail’s End Festival is a huge block party for all ages, featuring live concerts, food, and fun. And the KIDZ Zone with games, pony rides and much more will keep the l’il cowpokes happy. There will be many food and merchandise vendors located throughout the area and food trucks featured during the Trail’s End Festival.

The festival is immediately following the Scottsdale Parada del Sol Parade.
Location: North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ

February 1 - 2, 2025
Arizona Indian Festival

Featuring an array of traditional arts and crafts, entertainment, foods, innovations and trends in cultural tourism experiences, this two-day cultural celebration honors the Arizona Indian community that is alive and well in Scottsdale! This inclusive inter-tribal event serves as a platform for tribal tourism to raise awareness about Arizona’s indigenous communities through fun and engaging experiences.

Arizona Indian Festival will be taking place rain or shine.

The Arizona Indian Festival will take place Saturday, February 1 from 9:00am - 6:00pm and Sunday, February 2 from 10:00am - 4:00pm.

Location: Scottsdale Civic Center, Scottsdale, AZ

Date: January 27 – February 2, 2025

Location:
Various Venues in Scottsdale, AZ

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