Mark your calendars! Here are the festivals around Scottsdale you won't want to miss.
30,000 fans a day ride into Florence for the largest country music festival in Arizona. Grab a cowboy hat and a tent or RV as this four day festival also has plenty of camping along with a world-class lineup of country stars. April 7-10, 20585 E Water Way, Florence, countrythunder.com/az
Be transported around the world from right here in Arizona with the tastings of over 100 wines and Champagnes paired perfectly with gourmet food trucks. VIP wine connoisseurs can enjoy an extra hour of wine tastings with the luxury of shorter lines and exclusive pours from a variety of wineries. May 7, 6-10pm, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Road, Phoenix, uncorkedwinefestivals.com
Surround yourself with fine art, great music, tasty chocolate and good vibes with Phoenix's finest up-and-coming artists, photographers and creators at this year’s 10th anniversary celebration. Chocolate and Art has partnered up with Artists for Trauma to create a spectacular two night event, including live body painting, live music, face-painting and free chocolate. Sept. 16-17, Unexpected, 734 W. Polk St., Phoenix, chocolateandartshow.com
Country and camping are the ultimate combo at this weekendlong festival. The Big Sting is partnering with the Shadows Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to financially assisting those affected by life-threatening diseases, to put on three days of exquisite live country music. Whether you’re enjoying music by day or spending the night on a campsite, you won’t want to miss this concert for a cause. Oct. 13-15, Watson Lake, Prescott, thebigsting.com
With 500 featured artists this year, the Fall Fountain Festival is an arts and crafts spectacle to remember. Artists compete for their spot in this prestigious festival, so buyers will know they are getting Fountain Hills’ most renowned pieces. All mediums are represented, making it a great place to find a gift for any art lover. The vibrancy of the event is enhanced by live music performances and some of the best culinary vendors in the country. Nov. 11-13, 10am-5pm, Avenue of the Fountains and Saguaro Boulevard, fountainhillsartfairs.com
Photography by: ISTOCK
