City of Scottsdale Presents 2025 Western Week Jan. 25-Feb. 2

The city of Scottsdale is pleased to announce the return of Western Week in 2025. This popular annual event, which honors Scottsdale’s Western roots and Native American heritage through a series of historical events, educational engagements, family-friendly activities and entertainment, takes place throughout Old Town from Saturday, Jan. 25 through Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. All week long, Western Week themed events highlight and celebrate Scottsdale’s rich history and the vibrant cultures that define the city today. “We are excited to present Western Week in 2025 with new experiences and even more opportunities for residents and visitors to learn more about Scottsdale’s history and heritage,” said Rachel Smetana, tourism and events director for the city of Scottsdale. “We encourage all to come out and explore all that Scottsdale was, is and will be thanks to its many influences, colorful characters, and strong sense of community.” Signature events taking place during Western Week 2025 include: Live Music at the Farmers Market Saturday, Jan. 25 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market The city’s beloved farmers market takes on a Western twist, with live music and more to get attendees in the spirit of Western Week. Western Week Kick-Off Saturday, Jan. 25 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Scottsdale Rodeo Museum Step into the West at the Rodeo Museum, which invites guests to immerse themselves in the spirit of Western Week by viewing roping demonstrations and exploring rodeo artifacts before kicking back with fun cowboy-style live music in the outdoor beer garden. While there, guests might even be tempted to hop on the bull for a photo! Western Week on the Bridge Sunday, Jan. 26 | 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Marshall Way Bridge Kick-off the week with Western music and line dancing on the bridge throughout the day. Guests can also enjoy a Frybread Flight Making experience with a Native Art Market, a pop-up hat bar with Mavericks of Scottsdale and more. Western Movies at Western Spirit Monday, Jan. 27-Sunday, Feb. 2 |Screening times vary per event Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Throughout the week, the museum, in collaboration with the city of Scottsdale, will present a series of classic Western film and musical screenings for the whole family, ranging from “Calamity Jane” to “Home on the Range”. Nine films in total will be presented throughout the week, featuring introductions by the museum’s chief curator, Andrew P. Nelson, Bob Boze Bell or other guests. Movie pricing is per movie; weekly passes are also available. On Friday and Saturday, museum entry will be free all day for all guests, not including movie pricing. Riding through Scottsdale: An Equestrian History with Joan Fudala Wednesday, Jan. 29 | 3-4:30 p.m. Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Western Week Gold Palette ArtWalk Thursday, Jan. 30 | 6:30-9 p.m. Scottsdale Arts District — from Main St. from Scottsdale Rd. to Goldwater Blvd., and north of Indian School Rd. on Marshall Way to 5th Ave. Saddle up and mosey around the Scottsdale Arts District, which will be rife with Western spirit. Guests can experience Western Week-themed entertainment and featured Western exhibitions within participating Scottsdale Gallery Association member galleries. The Gentlemen: Doc Holiday - Wyatt Earp Presentation Thursday, Jan. 30 | 6-8 p.m. Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Free museum admission will be offered to Scottsdale residents. Pony Express Ride 2025 Friday, Jan. 31| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West On Friday, the Museum of the West presents the Pony Express Ride 2025 event from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. At noon, 25 riders will descend upon the museum. Rather than an official delivery of U.S. mail, this special delivery will feature pen pal letters written by and to school-aged children around the state. An official governor’s proclamation will be given and guests can enjoy live music during the event. Free admission to the museum will be offered to all attendees all day long, as well as on Saturday, Feb. 1. Arizona Indian Festival Saturday, Feb. 1 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m.| Sunday, Feb. 2 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Scottsdale Civic Center Hosted by the Arizona American Indian Tourism Association, the Arizona Indian Festival presents the opportunity to explore examples of traditional Indian villages and dwellings, experience traditional arts and crafts demonstrations, try native food from vendors and enjoy mainstage entertainment, such as dancing and singing that is representative of many tribes. Times and dates of specific events are subject to change. Further details about each of these events and Western Week as a whole can be found at oldtownscottsdaleaz.com.

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