Good morning, Scottsdale.

Scottsdale leaders are watching key developments in 2026 as Axon builds its international world headquarters campus near N.

Hayden Road + Loop 101, and three city council seats go up for election to shape the community’s future.

Western Week returns to Old Town Scottsdale from Jan.

24 to Feb. 1 to celebrate the city’s Western heritage and Native American cultures. The event features a parade on Jan. 31 from 9:30 a.m. to noon — themed 'A Diamond in the Desert' and the Arizona Indian Festival.

Cosanti Originals launches its new Slip Casting 2 workshop to teach ceramic planter casting on Friday, Jan.

23 from 9 a.m. to noon at its local studio (workshop fees may apply).

Attendees of the 2026 WM Phoenix Open will sample the new WMPO Green Dream mint ice cream with chocolate chips, pretzels and candy toppings at the food truck by the 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale; 20 percent of sales will benefit local green charities (Working For Tomorrow Fund).

Keyboard Conversations: Chopin — The Romantic

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the romantic brilliance of Chopin through lively polonaises, enchanting nocturnes, and more.

The Sound of Simon & Garfunkel

3-6 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Cost details not provided — Experience a nostalgia-filled afternoon of Simon & Garfunkel classics followed by dinner in Old Town.

Arizona Balloon Classic

4-9 p.m. — Wild Horse Pass Stadium — Prices vary — Experience breathtaking balloon ascensions and dazzling evening glows amidst food, music, and family fun.

Songs from Film - A Revue

2:00-3:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an intimate revue of songs and musings from iconic musicals and unforgettable cinema classics.

Aloft Live! featuring Chris Yak Acoustic

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back live acoustic performance by Chris Yak while sipping cocktails and light fare.

Jourdan Rolland Music Event

2-6 p.m. — Continental Golf Club — Free entry — Enjoy a lively mix of genres from this engaging Arizona musician.

Scottsdale Book Festival

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Scottsdale Civic Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of books and storytelling with over 200 authors and live entertainment.

PVSchools Community 5K Fun Run/Walk

9:15-10:00 a.m. — Horizon HS Football Field — Registration fee — Participate in a fun-filled 5K to support the local community and promote fitness.

The Barricade Boys: Broadway at the Movies

2-9:30 p.m. — Highlands Church — Check website for pricing — Experience a sensational musical journey through iconic films and movie musicals with The Barricade Boys.

Live Music by James Mills at Culinary Dropout

6-9 p.m. — Culinary Dropout — Free entry — Enjoy indie pop tunes and tasty food in a laid-back Scottsdale setting.