- Scottsdale Events in April -

Things are still in full swing in and around Scottsdale.

  • Spring Training - Through April 5th - After a late start, Spring Training is back in the Valley! You still have an opportunity to see some of your favorite teams play.

  • Phoenix Film Festival - Through April 10th - 300 films that cover all genres will be showcased at this year's festival. Here is a peek at the schedule.

  • Arizona Bike Week - April 6th - 10th - This event is coming up on 25 years and this year will be a great one. Come see bike shows, demos and exhibitions, enjoy live music and meet with vendors. This year they split the bike portion (now the PowerYard) and the concert portion (now RockYard) into separate events.

  • Tents by the Tracks - April 9th-10th- A campout at the Railroad Park? You bet! Here is your chance to spend the night at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. Pre-registration is required.

  • Scottsdale Art Walk - Spring into Art - April 14th - This special Gold Palette version of the ArtWalk is coming in April. In addition to viewing impressive art, stroll along to music and enjoy light refreshments along the way.

  • Bunny Balloon Blast - April 15-16 - Enjoy hot air balloons and lots of family-friendly play and fun at Salt River Fields both evenings.

  • Easter Festivities at Scottsdale Quarter - April 16th - If you celebrate Easter, head over to Scottsdale Quarter and let the little ones participate in the Hide and Peep Egg Hunt. There will be music, balloon art and the Easter Bunny will be hopping around. Also, between April 9th - 16th, you can schedule a professional photoshoot with the Easter Bunny.

  • Chihuly After Dark - April 19th - The Chihuly exhibit at the Desert Botanical Garden is fantastic whenever you get to see it, but seeing it at night is a completely different experience. Also, check ou other events going on at the DBG, including Dog Days, Music in the Park and more.

  • Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market - April 22nd - 24th - Junk in the Trunk is returning to WestWorld and will feature over 160 vendors who will be showcasing their finds. There will also be food trucks, entertainment and more.

  • Scottsdale Jazz Festival - April 30th - Catch some top jazz acts al fresco at the Scottsdale Civic Center. Even better, a portion of the proceeds go toward musical education programs.

As always, these are just a few of the events coming up in and around Scottsdale in early April. Please feel free to add any others in the comments section.