Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Taiwanese dumpling house Din Tai Fung begins a reservation-only soft opening on March 12 at Scottsdale Fashion Square after all slots booked within 24 hours, and the restaurant will officially open on April 20. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Scottsdale Civil War Roundtable will host Roseann Bacha-Garza on March 17 as she discusses the region's Civil War history and the upcoming Rio Grande Valley Civil War Trail project. The event will address the area's historical role in the Confederate cotton trade and local social histories. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Scottsdale Art Week presented by Scottsdale Ferrari will take place at WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, from March 19—22. The event features internationally recognized Gino Miles’ monumental bronze piece 'Triumph'—his largest work with a seven-figure price tag supporting St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital—and blue chip pieces by David Hockney. Scottsdale Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Daniela S., an 18-year-old student from Arcadia High was named the 2026 Youth of the Year by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale during the Celebrate Youth Gala (attended by more than 700 guests) and received a $30,000 scholarship, recognizing her leadership and involvement in the program. Scottsdale Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coyotes fans in the Valley remain hopeful for an NHL return if a new arena is built — local leaders formed a committee in Sept. 2025 to explore options after the team moved to Utah in 2024. Scottsdale Independent
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Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cleveland Guardians
6:10 AM — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Check event pricing — CBS Sports covers the MLB matchup with live scoring and expert insights.
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Colorado Rockies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
1:10-3:10 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Cost not specified — Catch the MLB action live as the Rockies face off against the Dodgers.
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37th Annual Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Update
7:00 AM – 12:45 PM — DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley - Scottsdale — Cost information not provided — Comprehensive CME course featuring renowned experts in family and internal medicine.
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Jay Sánchez Live Music Event
5-9 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Cocktails available — Enjoy live music with 90's hits in a laid-back atmosphere.
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Parada Del Sol Rodeo
7-10 p.m. — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Digital tickets available — Experience the thrilling action of the PRCA-sanctioned rodeo in the heart of the Wild West.
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Live Music at BLVD Kitchen and Bar with Savage 3
Evening — BLVD Kitchen and Bar — Check website for details — Experience high-energy live music in a stylish atmosphere with craft cocktails and shareable bites.
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Spring Training: Rangers vs. Giants
6:05 AM – 3:05 PM — Scottsdale Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Catch the excitement of Cactus League Spring Training as the Rangers battle the Giants in Scottsdale.
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Cactus League Spring Training: Los Angeles Angels vs. San Francisco Giants
6:05 AM – 3:05 PM — Scottsdale Stadium — Check website for ticket pricing — Witness the excitement of the Angels taking on the Giants in a thrilling Spring Training matchup.
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Neko Case Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Cost Info TBD — Experience the music of Neko Case, a potent voice with a unique blend of indie-rock and country-noir.
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Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Athletics Game
6:10 a.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Free trial available — Catch the exciting showdown between the Athletics and the Diamondbacks live.
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