Events in Salt River
Salt River is home to an impressive number of unique events throughout the year. Festivals, concerts, sporting events, and community-wide recreation are planned out each month, so no matter when you visit, there’s never a dull moment.
Signature events
Experience some of the best events and festivals Arizona has to offer. In Salt River, there’s always more to see and do.
Slick City “After Hours”
Visit Slick City After Hours as the indoor park transforms into a glow – in – the dark playground of epic thrills and vibrant energy.
Salt River Arts Festival
Experience a celebration of creativity featuring local artists at Roadhouse Cinemas.
Noches Calientes
Live entertainment and local DJ’s from Tricolor 103.5 every Thursday Night at Casino Arizona.
Events
Early Bird Special at Roadhouse Cinemas
every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
early bird gets the special at Roadhouse Cinemas! Make sure to follow Roadhouse Cinemas on Social media for all the latest events: Facebook & Instagram
Event Details
Address: 9090 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Noches Calientes at Casino Arizona
every Thursday 6:30 pm-9:30 pm
Enjoy live entertainment and local Dj’s from Tricolor 103.5 every Thursday Night with drink and food specials to enjoy at Casino Arizona!
Event Details
Venue: Casino Arizona Showroom
Address: 524 North 92nd Street Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Second Saturday at The Huhugam Ki: Museum
every 2nd Saturday 9:30 am-2:30 pm
Discover and learn every second Saturday at the Huhugam Ki: Museum Join the Huhugam Ki: Museum for their Second Saturday opening. Every month the Huhugam Ki: Museum has a special opening every second Saturday of the month where the public can enjoy live cultural demonstrations by O’odham and Piipaash artists,…
Event Details
Venue: Huhugam Ki: Museum
Address: 10005 E. Osborn Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Kids Eat Free at PopStroke
every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday –
Kids Eat Free at PopStroke Everyday! Bring the whole family to PopStroke for their amazing kids eat free promotion! Kids 12 and under eat free every day with the purchase of a kids golf pass or membership. Kids can enjoy a delicious free meal while you savor our signature dishes…
Event Details
Venue: PopStroke
Address: 9245 E. Hummingbird Ln Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Save up to 50% at TopGolf
every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Visit TopGolf on weekdays from open to 4PM and enjoy 50% off peak price when you book online
Event Details
Venue: TopGolf
Address: 9500 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85256
TopGolf Nights
every Friday, Saturday 10:00 pm-1:00 am
Experience TopGolf Nights today! Your next night out might cost less than ordering takeout! The fun starts after 10PM with a kicking DJ playlist to get and keep your energy up. Topgolf Nights is golf when it untucks its shirt and kicks back for a good time, aka your new…
Event Details
Venue: TopGolf
Address: 9500 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Fish & Sips at OdySea Aquarium
Apr 24, 2026 to Oct 16, 2026
Event Details For Fish & Sips Dive into Happy Hour “under the sea” at OdySea Aquarium! Enjoy OdySea in an adult-only atmosphere with live music, engaging animal talks, games, food, drinks, and memorizing Aqua Lobby Immersive Experience! Plus, walk through OdySea Voyager and get up close with amazing sea turtles,…
Event Details
Venue: OdySea Aquarium
Address: 9500 E. Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
TopGolf Summer Fun Pass
Apr 28, 2026 to Sep 7, 2026
Play every day, All summer long with the TopGolf Summer Fun Pass! Summer starts NOW! Bring 5 guests every visit plus save on food and venue retail through September 7, 2026. This summer pass is your ticket to dailt play for you plus five friends every visit all summer long….
Event Details
Venue: TopGolf
Address: 9500 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Explore your Summer Playcation at Talking Stick Resort
May 15, 2026 to Sep 13, 2026
It’s Summer Playaction time! Beat the heat and make this your season to unwind, indulge, and play with Talking Stick Resorts exclusive Summer Playcation offer.Enjoy special rates from $129 and take advantage of perks designed to elevate every moment of your getaway. Lounge by the pool, spark your winning streak…
Event Details
Venue: Talking Stick Resort
Address: 9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85256
10th Birthday Celebration!
May 23, 2026 to Sep 6, 2026
Join OdySea Aquarium for their 10th Birthday Celebration! OdySea Aquarium’s 10th Birthday Celebration lasts all summer long! Guests are invited to dive into a season filled with immersive experiences, exciting surprises, and unforgettable under‑the‑sea birthday fun. From Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day (May 23 – Sept. 6), the Aquarium…
Event Details
Venue: OdySea Aquarium
Address: 9500 East Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Free Foam Frenzy
Jun 13, 2026 to Sep 7, 2026
Foam Frenzy is a FREE one of a kind family event! Beat the heat and celebrate the start of summer with FREE Foam Frenzy, held in the AZ Boardwalk Courtyard! There is no better way to start your family’s day then at the coolest water party around. This FREE event…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard
Address: 9500 East Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Escapology Deal
every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Special Offer: $5 OFF Per Person! Attention adventure seekers! We are thrilled to announce a fantastic Escapology deal just for you. For a limited time, when you book your escape room experience online, use the code “DISCOVER” at checkout to save $5 per person. This exclusive offer is perfect for…
Event Details
Venue: Escapology
Address: 9039 East Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85250
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Sep 5, 2026
The 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb is a way to honor and remember Remember the FDNY firefighters, police, and EMS who selflessly gave their lives so that others might live on 9-11-2001. Each participant pays tribute to an FDNY firefighter, police officer, or EMS by climbing the equivalent of the 110…
Event Details
Venue: Salt River Fields
Address: 7555 North Pima Road Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Event Cinemas: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
Sep 7, 2026 to Sep 23, 2026
Event Cinemas: Experience a film inspired culinary adventure! Roadhouse Cinemas wants to welcome you to enjoy their special, limited time screenings with thoughtfully curated food and drink menus inspired by the movie. These special menus will only be available during the event screening. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship…
Event Details
Venue: Roadhouse Cinemas
Address: 9090 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Butterfly Brushstrokes Painting Class
Sep 18, 2026
Let creativity take flight at Butterfly Brushstrokes, an intimate and inspiring painting event at Butterfly Wonderland. Event Details Let creativity take flight at Butterfly Brushstrokes, an intimate and inspiring painting event at Butterfly Wonderland. Perfect for a fun night out or a unique date night, this guided class leads participants…
Event Details
Venue: Butterfly Wonderland
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Children’s Painting Class @ Color Me Mine in AZ Boardwalk
Sep 19, 2026
Art Piece Free, courtesy of Butterfly Wonderland Event Details Butterfly Wonderland is sponsoring a Children’s Painting Class at Color Me Mine at AZ Boardwalk. Enjoy 2 hours of creative fun while they take care of everything! Cost is only $10 plus tax for Studio Fee and Butterfly Wonderland will sponsor…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Photo Time with Butterflies
Sep 19, 2026
Step into a tranquil morning at Butterfly Wonderland, where photographers (18+) can capture breathtaking images of butterflies, birds, and reptiles in their lush rainforest habitat. Event Details Step into a tranquil morning at Butterfly Wonderland, where photographers (18+) can capture breathtaking images of butterflies, birds, and reptiles in their lush…
Event Details
Venue: Butterfly Wonderland
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Yoga at Butterfly Wonderland
Sep 24, 2026
Indulge in peaceful and soothing yoga held in the serene Chrysalis Emergence Gallery amidst a beautiful sounding waterfall background Event Details Indulge in peaceful and soothing yoga held in the serene Chrysalis Emergence Gallery amidst a beautiful sounding waterfall background. Led by yoga instructor Elicia, this hour-long class commences with…
Event Details
Venue: Butterfly Wonderland
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
“Wine & Wings” Date Night
Sep 25, 2026
This 21 & over event begins with a 30-minute goodnight stroll through the Butterfly Conservatory as drowsy butterflies flutter off to sleep in the trees Event Details This 21 & over event begins with a 30-minute goodnight stroll through the Butterfly Conservatory as drowsy butterflies flutter off to sleep in…
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Venue: Butterfly Wonderland
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
The Day the Rez Stood Still: The Fourth Kind
Sep 26, 2026
Experience The Fourth Kind at this exclusive FREE event! Join us for The Day the Rez Stood Still, an exhilarating free event perfect for horror enthusiasts of all ages! On Saturday, September 26, immerse yourself in the thrilling world of “The Fourth Kind” at the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian…
Event Details
Venue: Salt River Community Building
Address: 1880 N. Longmore Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Action and Adventure Festival
Sep 26, 2026
FREE Family Fun Action and Adventure Festival at Arizona Boardwalk! Meet your favorite action heroes, fly on a zipline, enjoy bounce houses and slides, face painting, live entertainment, action-packed performances, raffle prizes and giveaways, and local vendors for shopping! Free Outdoor Event! No Admission or Activity Fees Required! Presented by…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 East Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Salt River Arts Festival
Sep 26, 2026
Discover Salt River is excited to showcase the various arts of the Akimel O’odham, Xalchidom Piipaash and other Native artists to the public in the second annual Salt River Arts Festival! This FREE event will have an art exhibit, live performances, art vendors and more!
Event Details
Venue: Roadhouse Cinemas
Address: 9090 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Free Bubble Fest
Oct 3, 2026 to Dec 6, 2026
Experience Free Bubble Fest at the Az Boardwalk! Event Details BUBBLE FEST is a FREE one-of-a-kind, multi-layered, highly interactive family event based around a bubble theme. Millions of bubbles fill the air while guests enjoy live bubble entertainment and a variety of hands-on stations where they can learn about the…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E. Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Uncorked Wine Festival
Oct 10, 2026
Sip & Savor at Uncorked Wine Festival! Uncorked is back at Salt River Fields on Saturday October 10, 2026! Sip & swirl over 100 wines and bubblies from across the globe, enjoy favorite local food trucks, dance the night away to a perfectly curated mix of music by our DJ, say…
Event Details
Venue: Salt River Fields
Address: 7555 N. Pima Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Taco Fest at Salt River Fields
Oct 17, 2026 to Oct 18, 2026
Enjoy Arizona’s Iconic Taco Fest! TACO FEST at Salt River Fields features over 40 of the best taco makers, over 30 brands of Tequila & Mezcal, multiple music stages, dancing, margaritas, cerveza’s, art activations, mercado shopping, kids activities and so much more! Arizona’s annual tribute to the world’s favorite food,…
Event Details
Venue: Salt River Fields
Address: 7555 North Pima Road Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival
Oct 23, 2026 to Oct 25, 2026
Explore the Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival at Salt River Fields! The 13th annual Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival, hosted at Salt River Fields, offers a unique Halloween celebration for the whole family. Taking place from Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25, this festive event features over 20 hot…
Event Details
Venue: Salt River Fields
Address: 7555 N. Pima Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85258
FREE Candie’s Halloween Character Carnival
Oct 24, 2026
Celebrate Halloween at Arizona Boardwalk’s FREE Candie’s Halloween Character Carnival with character meet-and-greets, trick-or-treating, face painting, soft play, music, and more! Event Details Bring the whole family and enjoy an unforgettable Halloween celebration featuring: • Character Meet & Greets with Police Pup, Space Ranger, , Jack Skellington, Cinderella, the Amazing…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
FREE Movies at the Boardwalk Events – Minions & Monsters
Oct 24, 2026
Come experience “Movies at the Boardwalk,” sponsored by Valley Toyota Dealers, a free family event with music, games, and tons of prizes beginning at 5:00 pm. The movie will begin at 6:30pm. There are plenty of options to grab a bite before the movie in the courtyard. Come early to…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Monster Dash 5K
Oct 30, 2026
Join StartLine Racing’s 6th annual Monster Dash 5K at Arizona Boardwalk! Run under the lights, wear a costume, and dodge creepy characters in this Halloween tradition. Event Details Have you ever wanted to run with monsters? Bring your friends, throw on a costume, and join StartLine Racing under the lights…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
A Taste of AZ Food and Drink Festival
Oct 31, 2026
Celebrate flavor at A Taste of Az! Join us for our 2nd annual fall celebration sip, savor, shop by a taste of az. On October 31st, 2026 on Salt River Fields East Lawn, we are bringing together over a dozens of Arizona’s best local restaurants, top breweries, wineries, and craft cocktail purveyors, plus a…
Event Details
Venue: Salt River Fields
Address: 7555 N. Pima Road Scottsdale, AZ 85258
FREE Halloween Bash
Oct 31, 2026
Celebrate Halloween at Arizona Boardwalk’s FREE Family Fun AZ Halloween Bash with trick-or-treating, costume contests, carnival games, live entertainment, and more! Event Details Don’t miss the Annual Family Fun AZ Halloween Bash where kids 18 and under can win $1,000 CASH in their Halloween costume contest! Then trick-or-treat for candy,…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
FREE Bug Fest
Nov 1, 2026
Celebrate Halloween at Butterfly Wonderland’s biggest bug bash of the year at the FREE BUG FEST! Enjoy a spooky, family-friendly event presented by the Butterfly Wonderland Foundation. Event Details The Butterfly Wonderland Foundation presents the biggest bug bash of the year – HALLOWEEN EDITION! Enjoy cockroach races, butterfly releases, live…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
FREE Movies at the Boardwalk Events – Toy Story 5
Nov 7, 2026
Enjoy FREE Movies at the Boardwalk at Arizona Boardwalk with family-friendly films, games, music, prizes, and outdoor fun for all ages! Event Details Come experience “Movies at the Boardwalk,” sponsored by Valley Toyota Dealers, a free family event with music, games, and tons of prizes beginning at 5:00 pm. The…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
38th Annual Red Mountain Eagle Pow-Wow
Nov 7, 2026 to Nov 8, 2026
The 38th Annual Red Mountain Eagle Pow-Wow is a vibrant celebration of Native American culture and heritage. Salt River Baseball Field | 1839 N. Longmore Road Scottsdale, AZ 85256 (NE, corner McDowell & Longmore Rd) This exciting pow wow will feature traditional dancing, drumming from several tribes. There will also…
Event Details
Venue: Salt River Baseball Field
Address: 1839 North Longmore Road Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Rare Steak Festival
Nov 12, 2026
Rare Steak Festival: an exclusive event at Salt River Fields! Rare Steak Festival 25 top steakhouses are firing up the grill to compete for steak supremacy. From tender traditional cuts to bold, creative bites, experience the best of Phoenix’s steak scene in one unforgettable evening. What’s Included: The Ultimate Experience…
Event Details
Venue: Salt River Fields
Address: 7555 N. Pima Road Scottsdale, AZ 85256
FREE Harvest Fest
Nov 14, 2026
Celebrate fall at Arizona Boardwalk with FREE pumpkin picking, decorating, carnival games, face painting, live entertainment, contests, prizes, and more! Event Details Celebrate the changing of seasons with FREE activities including pumpkin picking and decorating, carnival games, face painting, coloring contests, live entertainment, games, prizes, and giveaways! Free Outdoor Event….
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Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
FREE Movies at the Boardwalk Events – Goat
Nov 21, 2026
Enjoy FREE Movies at the Boardwalk at Arizona Boardwalk with family-friendly films, games, music, prizes, and outdoor fun for all ages! Event Details Come experience “Movies at the Boardwalk,” sponsored by Valley Toyota Dealers, a free family event with music, games, and tons of prizes beginning at 5:00 pm. The…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
FREE Dino Day
Dec 5, 2026
Join FREE Dino Day at Arizona Boardwalk for live dinosaur meet and greets, exotic animals, fossils, face painting, inflatable slides, and family fun! Event Details What’s in store for you?• LIVE Dinosaur meet and greets – Get up close and personal to create some epic memories• Amazing animals from the…
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Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
FREE Holiday Fair & Marketplace
Dec 12, 2026
Celebrate the holidays at Arizona Boardwalk with Santa photos, a snow blizzard, live entertainment, bounce houses, face painting, contests, prizes, and more! Event Details Take professional photos with Santa Claus, play in a snow blizzard, win a $500 cash holiday shopping spree, and enjoy live entertainment, bounce houses and slides,…
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Venue: Arizona Boardwalk
Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256