A photo of Desert Botanical Garden (From DBG's Facebook Page)
Dubbed one of the U.S.'s Best Gardens in 2024, the Desert Botanical Garden is home to desert plants and thousands of species of cacti, trees, and flowers from around the world that you won’t see anywhere else, showcasing Arizona’s unique landscape.
Just in time for blooming season, DBG offers events perfect for family days, date nights, or enjoying the local music scene. With discounts like code SPRING26, becoming a member is the best dollar you’ll spend all year.
Plus, on April 14 (and every second Tuesday of the month), you can take advantage of Community Day: Pay What You Can, exploring five trails, including the Sonoran Desert Nature Trail, which offers sweeping mountain views and an organ pipe cactus forest for free. Reserve your spot before it fills up!
Location: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix
Hours: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
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🎉Events
The Maricopa County Fair returns to Phoenix for two weekends: April 3–5 and April 9–12. Visitors can enjoy midway rides, live entertainment, Easter-themed events, Monster Truck shows, and more at the Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road. GA ticket $8.24; Unlimited ride wristband $37.08.
The Yrēfy Scottsdale Jazz Festival 2026 brings world-class jazz to Talking Stick Resort, blending live performances with a luxury resort experience. As part of International Jazz Week, the event also honors jazz legend Russell “Big Chief” Moore while celebrating the global impact of jazz. April 11, 2026 | Location: Talking Stick Resort9800 E. Talking Stick WayScottsdale, AZ 85256 | Tickets start at $85.74.
Scottsdale oldest tavern, Coach House is celebrating its 67th year with live music all weekend, April 3 & 4, featuring Trio Rio, Superhero and The Uncommon Good (7-10 p.m.) and drinks flowing all day. No cover! Location: 7011 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale.
Don't Forget!
Bunnanza rides Back into Town on Saturday, April 04, 2026. Head to Scottsdale Civic Center for a free, western-style spring celebration with egg hunts, food trucks, vendors, crafts, and live music. The Scottsdale’s largest egg hunt begins at 9 a.m. with 10,000+ eggs, plus a special hunt for 75 golden prize eggs. Kids can also meet Sheriff Jack. 🐰🌼🎶
After a successful debut in the Valley last November, Panda Fest returns April 10–12 with an even bigger and more immersive celebration of Asian food and culture (as well as improved parking!) Tickets start at $15, including two panda-themed gifts, with VIP passes available for $35. Venue: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick.
As Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts wraps up its 50th season, Scottsdale Arts kicks off the next 50 with The ARTrageous Gala on Apr 11, 2026 / 6:00 p.m. 🎉 The evening features acrobatic performances, music, food, and cocktails, celebrating five decades of creativity and community. Location: Virginia G. Piper Theater | Center For The Performing Arts7380 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Find your tickets here.
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🏠House Hunch
Can you guess the price of this Paradise Valley from just a single photo?
Private listing courtesy of Joan Levinson | Paradise Valley Luxury Real Estate Expert
HINT: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 48,076 sq. ft, with a reimagined kitchen, showcasing mid-century modern influence
A new Costco location in Scottsdale is coming soon, with groundbreaking planned for June. The store will be built at 4499 N. Pima Rd. on Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community land, just north of the Scottsdale Auto Show near Salt River and Indian School roads by Loop 101.
Concord, a Scottsdale-based credit servicing and software company, has appointed Andrew Coffee as its new Senior Vice President of Sales. With nearly 30 years of loan servicing experience, the company believes his expertise will support its continued growth as it expands consumer lending coverage.
Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle company Zoox is opening a Fusion Center in Scottsdale to support its robotaxi operations. The facility will monitor trips and assist riders, highlighting Scottsdale’s growing appeal to high-tech companies.
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky is kicking off the first Downtown Scottsdale Task Force meeting on April 21 at Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West. The group will help shape Old Town’s future, keeping it safe, lively, and full of character for years to come.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is offering an Unlimited Golf for Two package, letting guests enjoy endless rounds at Camelback Golf Club against the stunning Camelback Mountain backdrop. Between rounds, visitors can relax in luxurious accommodations and soak in the desert views, making it a perfect golf getaway.
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