Your Spring Guide to Scottsdale
Ah, spring. When this season blows into the Valley, it becomes a magical time. The weather is perfect with warm, sunny days and cool, pleasant evenings. This area has all the right conditions for spending time outside. With all the attractions, activities and events – there’s no shortage of springtime fun in Scottsdale!
Get Outside
Go Hiking
Spring is the perfect time to explore the hiking trails around Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area. Popular trails include Camelback Mountain’s Echo Canyon and Cholla Trails, Pinnacle Peak, and McDowell Sonoran Preserve.
Learn About the Desert
The Desert Botanical Garden showcases thousands of species of cacti, trees, and flowers from deserts around the world. Springtime brings a vibrant display of blooms, and special events.
Soar High on a Hot Air Balloon
Take in the Valley from above with a hot air balloon ride. Companies like Hot Air Expeditions offer sunrise and sunset flights that provide breathtaking views of the desert landscape in full bloom.
Festivals and Events
Scottsdale Arts Festival
Held in March, the Scottsdale Arts Festival is an event that features over 170 artists from across the country. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and interactive art activities!
Cactus League Spring Training
Baseball fans rejoice! Spring in Scottsdale means the return of Cactus League Spring Training. With 15 Major League Baseball teams playing at 10 stadiums across the Valley, you can catch a game and see your favorite players up close.
Family-Friendly Fun
Phoenix Zoo
The Phoenix Zoo is home to over 3,000 animals, including many endangered species. Come check out the new events for Spring and so much more!
Butterfly Wonderland
Located in Scottsdale, Butterfly Wonderland is the largest butterfly conservatory in America. Wander among thousands of free-flying butterflies and learn about their life cycle. Pop into the 3D theater or the rainforest reptile exhibit.
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
This unique park offers train and carousel rides, historic railroad exhibits, and playgrounds.
Learn the History
Heard Museum
Located in Phoenix, the Heard Museum is dedicated to the advancement of American Indian art. Peruse the museum’s impressive collection of traditional and contemporary art.
Old Town Scottsdale
Explore the historic heart of Scottsdale with its art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. Old Town Scottsdale is also home to the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and the Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West.
See Scottsdale Bloom in Spring!
Make the most of your spring in the Valley with these tips! Pack your sunscreen, put on your hiking boots, and get ready to explore the best that Scottsdale and the Valley have to offer. Stay central to the exciting things listed above and so much more with a vacation rental provided by Voyago. Learn more today!
