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Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Trevor’s Liquor will host a community toy drive tomorrow (Dec. 6) at its McDowell location, 7340 E. McDowell Road, to collect new, unwrapped toys for children in foster care via The Foster Alliance. Donors receive one raffle entry with a qualifying $20 toy; the raffle occurs at 1 p.m. Scottsdale Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ten local bands will compete tomorrow at 6 p.m. at Harley-Davidson of Scottsdale during Rock Out to AZ Bike Week. They aim for one of four performance slots at next year's rally from April 8-12 at WestWorld of Scottsdale (with food trucks, a biker show, and a scavenger hunt). Scottsdale Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yavapai Elementary School fourth and fifth graders will perform a winter strings and band concert Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at their campus (701 N. Miller Road) in Scottsdale with free admission. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Six Scottsdale teachers will receive $2,500 each from the Fiesta Sports Foundation’s $1.5 million donation to fund classroom projects in the Wishes for Teachers program, benefiting schools like Sandpiper, Navajo, Cheyenne Traditional, Cochise, Copper Canyon and Cactus Shadows. Scottsdale Independent
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Chad Rubin Live Performance
8 PM - 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience an electrifying live performance by Scottsdale's own Chad Rubin alongside his talented band.
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AZ Brunch Fest
10 AM – 2 PM — Scottsdale Stadium — Entry cost not listed — Celebrate Arizona's favorite meal with mouthwatering bites from the best brunch spots in Phoenix.
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Santa's Workshop at The Promenade Scottsdale
5-7 p.m. — The Promenade Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening with crafts, train rides, and photos with Santa in a magical holiday atmosphere.
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Led Zepagain - Led Zeppelin Tribute
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Casino Arizona — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Led Zeppelin performed live by the tribute band Led Zepagain.
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Live Music with Bill Miles at Aloft Scottsdale
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with a one-man band covering over 150 feel-good songs from the '60s to '90s.
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Live Music Featuring The Hourglass Cats
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen and Bar — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of alternative tunes in the heart of Scottsdale's vibrant Old Town.
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Philosoraptors Concert
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a groovy cover band playing rock, pop, country, and funk from the 60s to today.
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Mariachi Sol De Mexico De Jose Hernandez
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant sounds of maestro José Hernández and his mariachi band in a night of passionate performances.
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Christmas Dinner Celebration
11am-9pm — La Fogata — $72 Adults, $36 Children — Savor a festive three-course Christmas dinner with seasonal chef-crafted dishes and delightful desserts.
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Aloft Live! Featuring Eddie Unplugged
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with live acoustic music and cocktails in Old Town Scottsdale.
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