Good morning, Scottsdale.

Scottsdale’s McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park will celebrate its 50th birthday on Saturday, Oct.

4 by hosting a free golden jubilee from 3 to 8:30 p.m., and train and carousel rides will cost $3 with additional fun including bounce houses, face painting & balloon artists, food trucks, live music and a drone light show. The park recently finished $13.1 million in renovations, adding a new splash pad and an indoor play area called the roundhouse at 7301 E. Indian Bend Road.

Gallery Andrea in Scottsdale presents Monsoon Artwork, a new exhibition that celebrates Arizona's skies and storm clouds with art and wearable fashion designs — the show features local and international artists at 7019 E.

Main St.

East Valley sculptor and multimedia artist Gary Vulcano’s work will be presented at On the Edge Gallery on E.

Main St. in Scottsdale and he will join a gallery-wide art auction benefiting Hospice of the Valley—running Oct. 1-30—with a kickoff reception on Oct. 2 during Artwalk from 5-9 p.m.

Valley freeways are undergoing improvement projects this weekend as Northbound Loop 101 in Scottsdale is closed between Shea Boulevard and Princess Drive/Pima Road from Friday night to Monday morning and Westbound Loop 202 in Chandler is closed for bridge work.

Drivers should allow extra travel time and follow detour instructions — work may change with rain.

We Ko Pa Casino & Resort invites guests to an exclusive five course strolling wine dinner hosted by LPGA Hall of Famer Cristie Kerr; the event will offer a selection of fine wines and gourmet dishes for a unique dining experience.

Chopin and Beyond - Executive Piano

2-3:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Check event page for cost — Experience the exciting launch of the Executive Piano Series with a bold celebration of European piano.

Arizona Stronghold Wine Dinner

6-11:59 p.m. — Citizen Public House — $150 per person — Experience a culinary evening with chef-crafted dishes paired with wines from Arizona Stronghold Vineyard.

Aloft Live! Music with Kyle Kovalchick

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with cocktails and live music in Old Town Scottsdale.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in donation — Network and connect with local entrepreneurs to enhance business growth and collaborations.

Highline Autos October 4th Cars and Coffee

7:30-10:00 a.m. — High Street — $5 parking — Explore 400+ exotic, classic, luxury, and JDM vehicles alongside fellow enthusiasts.

ACF Fiorentina Soccer Training Camp

8:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. — Scottsdale Sports Complex — Early bird pricing available — Train with official ACF Fiorentina Academy coaches from Italy and enhance your soccer skills.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with entrepreneurs and amplify your business presence in a community-focused environment.

Breathwork and Tesla Energy Lights Session

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Scottsdale Arizona — Free entry — Experience a unique blend of breathwork and innovative Tesla BioLights to enhance your energetic healing journey.

Aloft Live! with Bill Miles - Summer Breeze Music Project

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with live music covers from the 1960s to the 1990s in a cozy setting.

Scottsdale Arizona Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee — Build meaningful connections and amplify your business influence in a supportive community.