May Events In Scottsdale
Scottsdale’s Can’t-Miss Events This May
From Derby Day parties and Cinco de Mayo festivities to Disney magic on ice, May is packed with reasons to celebrate. Treat Mom to something special, dance the night away at local concerts, or kick off summer fun with events happening all month long. We’ve rounded up the best things to do around Scottsdale this May—let the good times roll!
Derby Day Party
Join us for an exciting day at the races with our special event that promises not only thrilling competitions but also a touch of elegance! Place your $5 cash-only bets before the cutoff time at 3:30 PM and get ready to cheer on your favorites during the main event race starting at 3:57 PM. Your ticket includes a complimentary drink and appetizers upstairs on the Balcony Bar. Don’t forget to dress to impress, as there will be prizes awarded for the best-dressed man, and best-dressed woman, and a prize the most fabulous hat. Enjoy an unforgettable day of fun, fashion, and entertainment!
Mark your calendars and plan to join us for our 6th Annual ART IN THE GARDEN and SPARKLING TEA!
Saturday and Sunday,
April 5 & 6, 2025 | 10 am – 4 pm
40+ Fun Things To Do This Month Around Scottsdale
Fridays 6-8pm
May Music Series Presented by LEXUS
Saturdays 8am-1pm
Old Town Scottsdale Farmer's Market
Sundays 7-8:30 pm
Tracks N Tunes
Thursdays 7-9 p.m.
Scottsdale ArtWalk
May 1-4
Disney on Ice
"Into the Magic"
May 1-11
Orchid Fever
May 1-4
Scottsdale Fair & Festival
May 1
Roars and Pours
21+ only
May 2
Tina Fey & Amy Poehler: Restless Leg Tour
May 2
Free Days - Children’s Museum of Phoenix
May 3
Derby Day Porch Party
May 3
Scottsdale Margarita Fest at Wasted Grain
Looking specifically for Mother's Day activities?
Check out our Scottsdale's Best Mother's Day Guide for all the fun brunch and event options happening around town.
May 3
The Woodford Reserve Derby DayClub
May 3
Scottsdale Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl
May 4
Cinco de Mayo Phoenix Festival
May 3
Lucky Paws at P.F. Chang's
May 3-5
Cinco De Mayo at Diego Pops
May 4
North Scottsdale Farmers Market & Craft Show
May 5
James Taylor
May 7-11
AZRHA Mother's Day Slide
May 9
The Weeknd
May 9-11
Ann Hampton Callaway: The Linda Ronstadt Songbook
May 10
Ha*Ash - HAASHVILLE Tour
May 11
Mother's Day
at The Princess
May 11
Girl-tivities® Mothers Day Sip & Paint - MOTHER & DAUGHTER at The Duce
May 11
Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra - Connected Through Music
May 11
Mother's Day Picnic at The Farm
May 12
Halsey: For My Last Trick
May 13
Outlaw - Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings & More
May 16-25
2025 Spring Arizona Restaurant Week
May 17
AJ’s The Art of Wine: Garden of Flavors
May 17
Bubble Bash at Desert Ridge Marketplace
May 24
Phoenix Mac & Cheese Festival
May 27
Grand National Tour: Kendrick Lamar and SZA
May 31
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
Trivia Nights
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Social Tap
Make the most of Scottsdale's weather this month!
Take advantage of the perfect April weather with our Outdoor Fun Guide, packed with activities to enjoy outdoors.
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