November 7-16, 2025
It’s SHOWTIME at Canal Convergence 2025
Canal Convergence is an internationally recognized, free, ten-night public art event that takes over the Scottsdale Waterfront each November. This entirely outdoor, immersive event features large-scale, light-based artworks, as well as educational workshops, family-friendly activities, art and history tours, live music and dance performances, a beer and wine garden, food trucks, and more!
Large-scale public artworks will illuminate the Scottsdale Waterfront each evening from Friday, Nov. 7, through Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025.
LOCATION
The Scottsdale Waterfront, in and above the Arizona Canal and along the pedestrian pathways and bridges, between Scottsdale Road and Goldwater Boulevard in Scottsdale, Arizona.
FEATURED THEME AND ARTWORKS
This year’s theme will focus on performance as public art and the subject of performance itself, including its history, cultural significance, and role in art and society.
Attendees can look forward to a seamless blend of artistic expressions that celebrate the rich history of performance and highlight its significance in contemporary culture. As Canal Convergence 2025 approaches, the emphasis on performance, community engagement, and accessibility promises to create a dazzling spectacle, inviting visitors to explore, reflect, and interact with the art and audiences surrounding them.
