Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale will host an event to honor Vietnam-era veterans at 11 a.m. on March 29 at the Civic Center – 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Hosted by the Scottsdale Veterans Advisory Commission, the free event offers registered guests a complimentary lunch. Scottsdale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Whole Foods is expanding metro Phoenix with three new planned stores in Surprise, Glendale and Old Town Scottsdale. The change includes two West Valley debuts and a former Fry's building conversion, with opening dates yet to be announced. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Kim Kardashian will open her first SKIMS storefront at Scottsdale Fashion Square to offer fans an in-person shopping option. A store manager role is posted, though the opening date remains unconfirmed. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cave Creek Museum will host J. Scott Wood on Saturday, April 4 (2-4 PM) as he discusses the Hohokam Indians’ impact on the northern Phoenix valley from Cave Creek to Bloody Basin. Reservations are required with free entry for members and a $10 admission for others. City Sun Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Due to a forecasted heat wave with highs near 106°F, the Cactus League has rescheduled at least 10 games across six stadiums to start after 6 p.m. today through Friday, while a Glendale game between the Athletics+Dodgers will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday. KJZZ
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Live Music Featuring Jourdan Rolland
2-5 p.m. — Continental Golf Club — Free entry — Enjoy an upbeat family-friendly set featuring a mix of Country, Rock, Pop, and Reggae.
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Live Music with PhilosoRaptors
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a groovy cover band playing rock, pop, country, and funk hits from the 60s to today.
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Live Music with SIDE PEACE AZ
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy rock n' roll and pop hits in the vibrant atmosphere of Scottsdale's Old Town.
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Opera Salon at Avery Lane
2-4 p.m. — Avery Lane — $50 — Experience a cozy afternoon of opera in a stunning Scottsdale showroom.
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Keyboard Conversations - Music of Joy and Peace
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Ticket prices may vary — Delight in an evening of uplifting musical masterpieces from Bach to Gershwin.
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Aloft Live! Featuring Emily Ortego
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Experience live music from rising star Emily Ortego while enjoying cocktails and light fare in a laid-back setting.
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HonorHealth Tour de Scottsdale
7 AM – 10 PM — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Registration fee required — Experience scenic and challenging routes that will test the limits of every cyclist.
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Jacob Jonas Dance Company
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Cost info unavailable — Experience captivating cinematic dance presented in a new work commissioned by Scottsdale Arts.
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Phoenix Magic Club: An Afternoon of Magic
3-6 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Family-friendly — Experience a captivating afternoon filled with live magic performances by talented members of the Phoenix Magic Club.
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Live Music by Josh Bierman in Scottsdale
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Cocktails available — Enjoy a diverse musical experience with songs that blend genres from rock to reggae by Arizona native Josh Bierman.
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