It’s great to kick back and relax for the holiday—but not too much, or you might miss the special Easter Sunday dining treats!

🐣 Scottsdale’s Easter Brunch Guide

🤓 Friday Fun Facts

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📅 This week's featured events

🐕 Local Buzz: Woofie’s brings concierge pet care to Scottsdale & Paradise Valley

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🍽️Dining

Scottsdale’s Easter Brunch Guide

This Easter Sunday, restaurants and resorts are rolling out everything from decadent buffets to exquisite multi-course meals, perfect for celebrating the holiday in style.

Check out these dining spots where you can indulge and make your Easter extra special.

• ​Maple & Ash – 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Brunch buffet at $125/adult, $65/kids with Easter Bunny visit with surprise-filled eggs. Menu highlights include Seafood Tower on ice sculpture, Prime Tenderloin Chateaubriand, Omelet & Avocado Toast stations, French Toast Bread Pudding, Waffles, and more.

• ​STK Steakhouse – Easter-only menu, appetizers: Deviled Eggs (traditional, bacon, caviar), mains: Braised Lamb Shank, Roasted Prime Rib, Hot Honey Glazed Ham, Colossal Lobster, and brunch items: Breakfast Burger, Pancakes, Cheesy Soft Boiled Eggs Gratin

• ​Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia (Prado) – 10 a.m.–2 p.m., last seating 1:30 p.m. Brunch buffet $139/adult, $62/kids 12 & under, bottomless bloody mary bar $25+. Buffet with raw bar, brunch classics, chef-driven dishes, desserts, and complimentary mimosas.

• ​Mastro’s City Hall, Mastro’s Steakhouse & Mastro’s Ocean Club – 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Easter buffet at $150/adult, $45/kids. Iced Seafood Tower, made-to-order omelets, Belgian Waffles, Eggs Benedict, hand-carved New York Strip, salads, soups, desserts, and one complimentary beverage per adult.

• ​COURSE Restaurant – 11 a.m.–3 p.m., $185/person for an eight-course tasting menu with seasonal seafood, duck “like ham,” lamb loin, and dessert, including carrot cake and mignardises

• ​Bourbon & Bones Chophouse Bar – 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Brunch with Lobster Benedict, Veggie Omelet, Bacon Steak & Eggs, plus 800+ bourbons, cocktails, and wine.

• ​Fairmont Scottsdale Princess – Easter brunch for all ages at $179++/adult, $74++/kids 6–12, kids under 5 free. Chocolate displays, candy-colored dishes, Easter egg hunts, and custom baskets ($88).

For family fun or scenic settings:

• ​JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa – Brunch at Rita’s Cantina & Bar ($189/adult, $79/kids 3–10) or Tavern 37 ($99/adult, $34/kids 4–12), plus egg hunts, cookie decorating, and live entertainment

• ​Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa (Elements) – 11 a.m.–9 p.m., $155 per person ($65 for children) Easter Bunny and egg hunts included, multi-course dinner with salmon, beef, pasta, and tuna, desserts include Chocolate Cheesecake or Lemon Tartlet.

• ​BlueFire Grille – 11 a.m.–3 p.m., $72/person, classic brunch favorites, kids buffet, and dessert menu

• ​CIELO at ADERO Scottsdale Resort – Brunch starts at 9 a.m. $170/adult, $60/kids, free/kids 5 and under, with interactive chef stations, seasonal dishes, mimosas, egg hunts, and petting zoo.

From luxurious buffets and carving stations to playful family activities, Scottsdale has Easter dining covered for every taste and style.

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🤓Friday Fun Facts

Hope you’re getting some well-deserved rest this Easter week, and that you celebrate Sunday feeling refreshed, renewed, and maybe a little full from a great brunch 😊

Question: Which popular Scottsdale event hides thousands of Easter eggs, features games, music, and food, and has become a beloved annual family tradition?

A. Easter Eggstravaganza
​B. Bunnanza
​C. Spring Fling

Check My Answer

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🎉Events

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly

• ​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.

• ​Hunkapi Programs celebrates Easter at the Farm with a family-friendly event on Saturday, April 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event includes egg hunts for children under 11, farm tours, an egg toss tournament, and animal encounters, with check-in at 10:30 a.m.—kids are encouraged to bring their own Easter baskets. Location: Hunkapi Farms 12051 North 96th Street​Scottsdale, AZ 85260

• ​Scottsdale Fair and Festival is back on April 17 - April 26 with state-of-the-art thrill rides, fair food, and challenging games for the whole family and all ages. Claim a free admission ticket (valid Monday or Wednesday) when you provide your contact information, or save $ by purchasing tickets and ride wristbands before April 5. Location: WestWorld 16601 N Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85260.

🧘‍♀️ Wellness

• Refresh your aura and bathe in the serene light of Squidsoup’s Infinite as a sound bath led by Melinda Milton eases you into deep relaxation. Please wear something warm and comfy, and bring a yoga mat. Your favorite blanket, a little pillow, and an eye mask to make it extra cozy. Tickets are limited, so reserve your spot now! Location: SMoCA 7374 East Second Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 | April 9 @ 7 p.m. | $25.

🎨 Arts & Culture

• Join Scottsdale Public Art and the City of Scottsdale to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Cycle the Arts—a free, guided bicycle tour showcasing public artworks across the city. On April 19, 2026 at 7 a.m. Location: Arabian Library | 10215 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road. Registration is required, and space is limited.

• More than 150 vintage, antique, and handmade vendors, creatively curated by Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market, showcase their treasures at WestWorld in Scottsdale. From April 24 to 26, 2026, come, gather, and style! Check out the link for event schedule and ticket options. Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85260.

🎶 Nightlife & Entertainment

• ​The Phoenix Film Festival returns April 9–19 at Harkins Scottsdale 101, bringing filmmakers and movie lovers together for a celebration of storytelling. Fan favorites return alongside new 2026 categories for Music Videos and Deaf Directed Shorts. Location: Harkins Scottsdale 101 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., #1059Phoenix, AZ 85054 | $19+ | See full schedule here.

• ​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 Resort 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85256 | Tickets start at $85.74.

⛳ Sports

• OCA Greater Phoenix Chapter hosts its 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on April 11, 2026, at Arizona Biltmore Golf Club—enjoy golf and entertainment while supporting youth and raising awareness for mental health and domestic violence prevention. Register or donate here! Address: 2400 E Missouri Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016

• The 5th Annual Masters Viewing Party returns Saturday, April 11, at Goldwater Brewing Co., Scottsdale, turning the parking lot into a lively country club experience with beer, food, music, and the tournament on every screen. Enjoy a merch pop-up, golf simulator, DJ set, and local eats. Location: Goldwater Brewing Co. 3608 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ | Free Admission.

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🗞️News & Local Buzz

🧷Woofie’s brings concierge pet care to Scottsdale & Paradise Valley​

🔗Woofie’s of Scottsdale & Paradise Valley has launched, bringing mobile grooming, pet sitting, and concierge care services to local pet owners. Led by Jill Dunican, the new location focuses on trusted, personalized care for pets of all kinds.

🔗Modern Luxury names Scottsdale's Best Dressed of 2026​

​Modern Luxury, a leading media company specializing in luxury lifestyle publications, has unveiled Scottsdale’s Best Dressed of 2026. The list spotlights many of the influential leaders behind the city’s most recognizable brands. Discover who they’re wearing!

🔗Mesquite Fresh Street Mex donates 20% of April sales to support autism programs​

Mesquite Fresh Street Mex is partnering with the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center this April, donating 20% of all orders from its 10 Valley locations to support autism programs.

🔗Silver Rose Bakery launches boutique dessert shop ‘Four Desserts’ in Scottsdale​

​Silver Rose Bakery is opening Four Desserts in Scottsdale, a boutique shop offering cheesecake, cannoli, cream puffs, and tarts. Owners Michael and Priscilla Sweet bring over a decade of experience in custom cakes and wedding treats to this new dessert destination.

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