Good morning, Scottsdale.

Scottsdale Community Partners celebrated its 50th anniversary on October 23 at Granite Reef Senior Center with a breakfast event honoring community service - Denny Brown received the Frances Young Volunteer Award and Gene Muñoz-Villafañe won the Civic Partnership Excellence Award - while the nonprofit, founded in 1975, has supported locals in need.

The Arizona Historical League honored nine community leaders as 2025 Historymakers at the Scott Resort in Scottsdale on October 25.

Hosted by Carey Peña, the event featured video introductions and acceptance speeches (marking the honorees' community work) at a favorite local venue (which draws many Scottsdale residents).

The Arizona Republic launched its annual Top Taco 2025 contest to name metro Phoenixs best taco maker+the contest features ten nominees from across the Valley, including Scottsdales Taco Papi.

Voters may cast their votes online until 11:59 p.m. on Nov 2+the winner will be announced on Nov 4.

At Scottsdale Stadium, actor Kevin Costner supported Big League Wiffle Ball’s first pro season by taking batting practice and signing autographs as his Los Angeles Naturals won a 1 to 0 championship in a festive tournament that kicked off the season.

Logan Rose, who began the league from backyard games during the pandemic, said the event—complete with a postgame movie screening—showed that Wiffle ball is growing beyond simple backyard play.

Haunted W Scottsdale Masquerade

8:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — W Scottsdale — Starts at $40 — Enjoy a hauntingly good time with top DJs, prepaid drinks, and spooky decor at Scottsdale's premier Halloween party.

Sip, Savor, & Shop Festival

12-6 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — VIP tickets available — Enjoy local bites, drinks, and shopping at Arizona's ultimate fall festival.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race

12-4 a.m. — Phoenix Raceway — Check event for ticket costs — Experience the thrilling finale of the NASCAR Cup Series with live streams and more.

TechServe Alliance Executive Summit

Nov 4-6 — Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — Costs vary — Explore key trends and insights in the technology staffing and solutions industry.

Live Music with Mike Goodrick at Aloft Scottsdale

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy dynamic acoustic tunes in a laid-back bar atmosphere with cocktails and light fare.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee for guests — Build powerful connections and elevate your business in a supportive community.

Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships

10 AM – 6 PM — Monterra at WestWorld — Ticketed event — The nation’s most attended polo event mixes world-class sport with luxury, entertainment, and style.

AIM at Melanoma Walk

8 AM – 12 PM — Eldorado Park Basketball Court — Free entry — Participate in a community walk to raise awareness for melanoma prevention and research.

Aloft Live! Featuring Jessica Maeve

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy award-winning ukulele artist Jessica Maeve in a relaxed bar setting with cocktails and light fare.

ZZ Top Concert

8-10 p.m. — Talking Stick Resort Hotel — 21+ only, no refunds — Enjoy legendary rock tunes in a vibrant atmosphere.