The Old West is an iconic aspect of American history. To pay tribute to this chapter of our culture, Scottsdale hosts an annual Western Week. This week will feature a series of wonderful events and festivals, all of which celebrate Western heritage!
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So, what can you expect from Scottsdale Western Week 2023? The short answer is: all sorts of stuff! There will be parades, the Hashknife Pony Express, Native American festivals, gold mining, live music, museum exhibits, and lots more. The lineup of major events is as follows:
- February 2 | Parada Del Sol [More Info]
- February 2 | Gold Palette Art Walk: The Western Spirit [More Info]
- February 3 | Hash Knife Pony Express Arrival [More Info]
- February 4 | Trail's End Festival [More Info]
- February 4-5 | Arizona Indian Festival [More Info]
All events are listed at https://scottsdalewesternweek.com/
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Relevant museum exhibits can be viewed at at Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Old Town Scottsdale Rodeo Museum. All throughout town, there will be Western-themed displays and activities. Everyone gets into the spirit of the festival! It is lots of fun.
For the most up-to-date information on the fun and festivities, follow Western Week on Facebook or Instagram.
Scottsdale Western Week 2023 will take place January 28 - February 5, 2023. Don't miss it!
