- Scottsdale Events - January 2023 -

January is here and this is one of the best months of events in Scottsdale and the Valley. There are so many things to do and experience. Welcome to 2023!

Without further ado, here are some hand-picked events of things going on in January in and around Scottsdale:

  • The Temptations - January 12th - The Temptations are celebrating 60 years together and will be performing at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. They will be performing their hits plus music from their new album.

  • Arizona Fine Art Expo - January 13th - March 26th - This award-winning art show comes to Scottsdale annually and is worth a visit. Watch talented artists create their work and there are so many mediums represented. If you purchase a season pass, you can come back and visit as much as you would like over the course of the 10 weeks. There is also an on-site cafe to enjoy each day.

  • The Blind Boys of Alabama with Special Guest Charlie Musselwhite - January 13th - 14th - The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) will be hosting these incredibly talented performers for two evenings.

  • Celebration of Fine Art - January 14th - March 26th - Along with the Arizona Fine Art Expo, the Celebration of Fine Art is a very popular art event that spans over a couple of months. You will be able to watch as the artists produce fantastic work in many mediums.

  • Rock 'n' Roll Marathon - January 14th - 15th - This super fun and popular event will be back in Tempe! The 5K takes place on January 14th. And on January 15th, runners can opt for a 10K, half marathon or marathon. The great music along the way will just add to the fun!

  • Carefree Art & Wine Festival - January 20th - 22nd - Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the Carefree Art & Wine Festival is coming back. There will be 155 juried artists who create via multiple mediums. And if you would like some wine as you stroll, a wine tasting ticket and glass can be purchased.

  • Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction - January 21st - 29th - Barrett Jackson is back! WestWorld will be hosting this world-class auction of some of the most exclusive collector cars around. This is an exciting and not-to-miss event!

  • Zoo Move and Groove 5K at the Phoenix Zoo - January 21st - Enjoy a family-friendly run through the Phoenix Zoo and enjoy the tail end of ZooLights as you are doing it! Bonus: Registered runners get a t-shirt, cocoa and kettle corn!

  • Arizona Concours d'Elegance - January 22nd - Another automotive event, the Concours d'Elegance will feature stunning collector cars from many eras.

  • Street Eats Food Truck Festival - January 28th - 29th - Enjoy tastes from 40 Food Trucks and enjoy live entertainment at Salt River Fields. There will be eating contests, lawn games, vendors and more!

As always, this is a partial list. Please feel free to add any other January events in the comments section.