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.
Open Air Cinema
Enjoy a free movie on the patio at Roadhouse Cinemas every Saturday night until March
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
After Hours at Slick City
every Saturday 8:00 pm-10:00 pm
Slide into After Hours at Slick City! Turn up your weekend with “After Hours” at Slick City Action Park. During After Hours, the park transforms into a glow-in-the-dark playground of epic thrills and vibrant energy. Take on jaw-dropping, lit-up slides and attractions as you immerse yourself in the neon vibe.
Event Details
Venue: Slick City Action Park
Address: 9189 Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Yellow Bird Productions
every Friday, Saturday 6:00 pm-6:45 pm
Celebrate Indigenous culture with a FREE performance by Yellow Bird Productions Celebrate Native American culture in the Fire Garden (adjacent to the Pool) at Talking Stick Resort on select Friday and Saturday evenings through dancing, stories and music with Yellow Bird Productions. Performances Fridays & Saturdays now through May Free to…
Event Details
Venue: Talking Stick Resort Fire Garden
Address: 9800 E Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Summer Season Pass at Mavrix
Apr 1, 2026 to May 17, 2026
Buy your Summer Season Pass and save! Summer Season Pass is your ticket to nonstop fun all summer long at MAVRIX. Enjoy 2 free games of bowling every day, plus free shoe rental each time you visit. On top of that, get $5 arcade play reloads* per visit and enjoy…
Event Details
Venue: Mavrix
Address: 9139 Talking Stick Way Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Butterfly Brushstrokes
Apr 17, 2026
Butterfly Brushstrokes Painting Class! 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 through creating a stunning butterfly-themed masterpiece—no experience necessary! With all materials provided, guests can…
Event Details
Venue: Butterfly Wonderland
Address: 9500 E. Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Spring Butterfly Hike
Apr 18, 2026
Unforgettable Spring Butterfly hike: Experience the magic of spring! Join Butterfly Wonderland’s Director of Education, Adriane Hopkins, in conjunction with Central Arizona Butterfly Association (CAZBA), on a special butterfly inspired hike to Rackensak Wash to look for the amazing Sara Orangetip and other native butterflies. Participants are asked to wear…
Event Details
Venue: Butterfly Wonderland Parking Lot
Address: 9500 East Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Fish & Sips at OdySea Aquarium
Apr 24, 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
Children’s Painting class
Apr 25, 2026
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 the art piece choice of small caterpillar, bug or…
Event Details
Venue: Color Me Mine
Address: 9500 E. Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Experience Yoga at Butterfly Wonderland
Apr 28, 2026
Yoga at Butterfly Wonderland: Reconnect with nature in this one of a kind yoga class! Enjoy this Yoga class held in the serene Butterfly Conservatory, surrounded by thousands of fluttering butterflies. This immersive, hour-long class guides participants through a series of poses designed to build strength, enhance flexibility, and promote…
Event Details
Venue: Butterfly Wonderland
Address: 9500 East Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Beer & Butterflies Date Night
Apr 30, 2026
Love is in the air with Beer & Butterflies Date Night! Love is in the air… along with a few butterflies. The evening begins with a magical twilight stroll through the Butterfly Conservatory, where thousands of butterflies gently settle in for the night—a rare, behind-the-scenes moment. The experience continues with…
Event Details
Venue: Butterfly Wonderland
Address: 9500 East Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Sparkle Spring Market
May 2, 2026 to May 3, 2026
FREE Sparkle Spring Market at the Arizona Boardwalk! Visit the Arizona Boardwalk for a two day outdoor market featuring over 50 vendors, activities for the kids, free face painting, glitter tattoos and character appearances! Special guest: Pop Idol ZOEY brining K-Pop vibes from 11am – 1pm Follow the Arizona Boardwalk…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard
Address: 9500 East Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Free MomPalooza
May 9, 2026
Join Family Fun Arizona for our FREE MOMPALOOZA Festival! Saturday, May 9th inside The Arizona Boardwalk! The kids can enjoy Live Entertainment and Games on center stage, play on Bounce Houses/Slides and get their Face Painted!! The Moms can enjoy Spring Shopping from dozens of Local Vendors, Chair Massages, win…
Event Details
Venue: Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard
Address: 9500 East Via De Ventura 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
Free Foam Frenzy
May 23, 2026 to May 25, 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