The Arizona Taco Festival fills Salt River Fields in Scottsdale for two October days of taco makers, chef judging, agave spirits and live music.
Food festivals in Scottsdale worth planning a trip around, by month.
Festivals through the year
October 2026 2 festivals
Sip, Savor, Shop by A Taste of AZ is a 21-plus fall tasting on the East Lawn at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, with food samples, drinks and a local market.
November 2026 1 festival
The Scottsdale Italian Festival, run by the Italian Association of Arizona, spends a November weekend on Italian food, wine, cooking demos and music in Old Town.
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Guided tour · 3 hours
Scottsdale: Old Town Food Tour of Hidden Gems with 6 Dishes
Discover Scottsdale’s Old Town through iconic Southwestern flavors, Indigenous cuisine, and retro classics. Taste, sip, and stroll your way through Arizona’s most vibr...
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Day trip · 3.5 hours
Scottsdale Brew Tour: 3 Breweries, 12 tastings, VIP Access
Explore Phoenix's craft beer scene on a guided tour. Visit 3 breweries, enjoy up to 12 tastings, and get VIP access to see where the beer is made and learn about the b...
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Viator · 2 to 3 h
Scottsdale's Original Food Tour
A food tour is the perfect way to explore the history and culinary scene of any city. Let Arizona Food Tours show you the way with our famous "Scottsdale's Original Fo...
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January 2027 1 festival
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A Taste of AZ Food and Drink Festival returns to Salt River Fields in Scottsdale each January with dozens of Arizona restaurants and drink makers.
February 2027 1 festival
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The Arizona Strong Beer Festival at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale is the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild's big February tasting of more than 500 beers.
April 2027 3 festivals
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The Arizona Arte Agave Tequila and Mezcal Festival fills The Clayton House in Scottsdale for an April evening of agave tastings, cocktails and local taco vendors.
Uncorked: Arizona Wine Festival turns the ballpark at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale into an evening tasting of 100-plus wines with food trucks and a DJ.
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The Original Taste is Executive Council Charities' annual food and wine fundraiser at the Scottsdale Civic Center, with Valley restaurants, wine and cocktails.
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