Fall 2026 in Scottsdale brings Arizona Fall League baseball at Scottsdale Stadium, the Scottsdale Fall Festival on October 17, Canal Convergence at the Waterfront, weekly farmers markets in Old Town, and family events at Pinnacle Peak and McDowell Mountain Ranch as temperatures finally cool.
What are the best events in Scottsdale this fall?
Fall 2026 in Scottsdale means the temperatures are dropping and the calendar is filling up fast. From Arizona Fall League baseball at Scottsdale Stadium and the Scottsdale Fall Festival at Civic Center to Canal Convergence at the Waterfront and weekly farmers markets in Old Town, events in Scottsdale this fall give residents and visitors alike a real reason to get outside and into the community.
Key Takeaways
- The Scottsdale Fall Festival takes place on October 17, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Scottsdale Civic Center, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.
- Arizona Fall League baseball returns to Scottsdale Stadium (7408 E. Osborn Road) in October 2026, with the Scottsdale Scorpions on the home schedule.
- The Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. on October 3, 10, and 17 at the Scottsdale Civic Center.
- Canal Convergence at the Scottsdale Waterfront is a 10-day public-art event with installations, tours, workshops, and live performances. Be sure to confirm the dates on the official calendar before you go.
- Family events at Pinnacle Peak Park (October 24) and McDowell Mountain Ranch (October 25) round out the month for those with kids or anyone who just wants to be outside.
What’s happening in Scottsdale in October 2026?
October is where the fall season really hits its stride here, and the City of Scottsdale’s 2026 fall calendar reflects that. There’s something on the schedule nearly every weekend, and a lot of it is free or low-cost.
Scottsdale Fall Festival – October 17
The Scottsdale Fall Festival is set for October 17, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Scottsdale Civic Center, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. It’s a well-attended community event and a good entry point if you’re newer to the area and want to see what Old Town feels like. The same venue hosts a Pop Punk Picnic on October 2, 2026, at 6 p.m., per the City’s community meeting notices, so that first weekend of October has something happening too.
Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market – Saturdays in October
The Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market is back on Saturday mornings in October, with confirmed dates of October 3, 10, and 17, starting at 8 a.m. at 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Market schedules can shift, so it’s worth a quick check on the City of Scottsdale site before you head out. If you’ve been thinking about what it’s like to live within walking distance of something like this, Old Town fits the bill in a way that’s hard to replicate elsewhere in the Valley.
Arizona Fall League Baseball – Scottsdale Scorpions
The Arizona Fall League is one of those things that longtime Scottsdale residents love and newcomers discover and immediately add to their fall routine. The Scottsdale Scorpions play home games at Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Road, with the season running through October 2026. It’s minor-league baseball in an intimate ballpark, and the crowds are relaxed. Check the stadium directly for exact game dates, start times, and ticketing, since schedules can shift.
Canal Convergence at the Scottsdale Waterfront
Canal Convergence is one of the most distinctive events in Scottsdale this fall and one of our favorites. Experience Scottsdale describes it as a 10-day public-art experience centered on the Scottsdale Waterfront, with large-scale installations, art tours, workshops, and live performances along the Arizona Canal. Confirm exact dates on the official event calendar so you can plan which events to attend. If you haven’t spent much time at the Waterfront, Canal Convergence is a great reason to go, and the area itself is worth exploring if you’re considering a condo or lock-and-leave property in that part of town.
What outdoor and family activities are available in Scottsdale this fall?
The events in Scottsdale this fall aren’t limited to festivals and ballparks. Two City-listed events lean into the desert landscape and are genuinely fun for families.
Eek! At the Peak! – Pinnacle Peak Park, October 24
Eek! At the Peak! is scheduled for October 24, 2026, at 9 a.m. at Pinnacle Peak Park in North Scottsdale, per the City of Scottsdale’s fall event listings. Pinnacle Peak is one of the landmarks that makes North Scottsdale stand out, and a fall morning up there, once the heat has broken, is exactly what October in the desert is supposed to feel like.
Dunkin’ for Pumpkins – McDowell Mountain Ranch, October 25
Dunkin’ for Pumpkins is the following day, October 25, 2026, at 1 p.m., at McDowell Mountain Ranch Park and Aquatic Center. It’s a family-friendly event and a good fit if you have kids or grandkids visiting for the fall. McDowell Mountain Ranch as a community sits in the middle of some of the best outdoor access in North Scottsdale, and events like this are part of what makes it feel like a neighborhood.
Golf and Outdoor Recreation
Fall is when Scottsdale’s golf scene picks back up after a toasty summer. For ongoing fall and later-season programming, visit the TPC Scottsdale’s event calendar. If you’re a golfer considering a move here, access to courses like TPC, Legend Trail, Troon North, and Grayhawk is a huge plus.
Beyond golf, Experience Scottsdale highlights the Arizona Canal, Old Town, and the Indian Bend Wash Greenbelt as natural routes for self-guided electric-bike outings as well as a ride, jog or stroll. The Waterfront and canal corridor are especially pleasant once the evenings cool down, and it’s a part of Scottsdale that residents use daily, not just when there’s an organized event on the calendar.
Scottsdale Water is also running a fall workshop series from September through November 2026 covering water conservation, desert-friendly plants, landscape efficiency, and utility rebates, according to the City’s September 14 Scottsdale Update. If you’re a homeowner here or thinking about becoming one, those workshops are useful and free.
What does the fall market look like for buyers and sellers in Scottsdale?
We get this question a lot from people who are visiting for fall events and start thinking seriously about making a move. The quick answer is that fall can be active in Scottsdale, and the current numbers reflect that.
Recent local market data shows a median sale price of $1,050,000 across the broader Scottsdale area, with homes selling in a median of 14 days. There are currently 794 active listings and 292 new listings added in just the past 30 days, which means inventory is moving and new options are coming on regularly. That said, the picture varies a lot by area:
| Area | Median Sale Price | Median Days on Market |
|---|---|---|
| North Scottsdale | $1,075,000 | 12 |
| DC Ranch | $3,894,000 | 62 |
| Grayhawk | $862,500 | 42 |
| Troon North | $1,535,000 | 60 |
These are area-level medians from aggregated public listing data for the trailing 90 days as of September 2026. An individual home’s value depends on condition, street, build year, and timing. If you’re trying to figure out what a specific property is worth, or what you could realistically buy in a neighborhood you’ve been walking around this fall, that is a conversation we are happy to have.
We work with many buyers who come to Scottsdale for events like Canal Convergence or a fall golf trip and start seriously considering a move or puchasing a vacation home. If that’s where your head is, we covered the September 2026 activity calendar separately, and we’re happy to connect the lifestyle picture to the real numbers whenever you’re ready.
We’d love to share what our clients experienced working with us. You can read our client reviews on Google, Zillow, or Realtor.com.
FAQ: Events in Scottsdale This Fall
What are the best things to do in Scottsdale in Fall 2026?
The fall 2026 calendar in Scottsdale includes the Scottsdale Fall Festival on October 17, Arizona Fall League baseball at Scottsdale Stadium throughout October, Canal Convergence at the Waterfront, and Saturday farmers markets in Old Town on October 3, 10, and 17. Family events at Pinnacle Peak Park and McDowell Mountain Ranch round out the last weekend of October, and the cooler temperatures make hiking, biking the canal corridor, and golf comfortable again.
What events are happening in Scottsdale in October 2026?
October 2026 events confirmed by the City of Scottsdale include the Pop Punk Picnic at Civic Center on October 2, farmers markets on October 3, 10, and 17, the Scottsdale Fall Festival on October 17, Eek! At the Peak! at Pinnacle Peak Park on October 24, and Dunkin’ for Pumpkins at McDowell Mountain Ranch on October 25. Arizona Fall League games at Scottsdale Stadium also run through the month, check the stadium directly for the full Scorpions schedule.
Where can I watch Arizona Fall League baseball in Scottsdale?
The Scottsdale Scorpions play at Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Road, with games scheduled in October 2026. It’s an intimate ballpark and one of the more relaxed ways to spend a fall evening in Old Town. Verify game dates, start times, and ticketing directly with the stadium or the Arizona Fall League before you go, as schedules can change.
Where can I find farmers’ markets in Scottsdale in October?
The Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market runs Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. on October 3, 10, and 17 at Scottsdale Civic Center, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. It’s a good early-morning outing before the day heats up, and it gives you a feel for the Old Town neighborhood at its most local. Confirm operating details on the City of Scottsdale site before heading out, since market schedules can shift.
What golf events take place in Scottsdale during the fall?
The Arizona Women’s Senior Amateur Championship was held at Camelback Golf Club’s Padre Course in September 2026, and TPC Scottsdale’s calendar covers fall and later-season programming for visitors and members. Scottsdale’s golf infrastructure, including public and private courses at Troon North, Desert Mountain, Grayhawk, and Estancia, means there’s competitive and recreational golf available throughout the fall season, not just during marquee tournaments.
Is the Scottsdale Waterfront a good place for an evening walk in the Fall?
Yes, and Fall is genuinely the best time for it. The Scottsdale Waterfront and Arizona Canal corridor are comfortable in the evenings once October arrives, and Canal Convergence turns the area into an outdoor art experience for a 10-day stretch. Experience Scottsdale also highlights the canal and Indian Bend Wash Greenbelt as natural routes for self-guided electric-bike outings and other activities if you want to cover more ground.
Fall in Scottsdale is worth experiencing in person
There’s a reason so many people visit Scottsdale in the Fall and start thinking seriously about putting down stakes. The combination of outdoor access, community events, golf, and a genuinely walkable Old Town is hard to find anywhere else in the Southwest.
If you’re here this Fall and want to talk about what it would look like to buy, sell, or make a move in Scottsdale, we’re happy to have that conversation without any pressure. Let’s connect and we’ll start with your lifestyle and work from there.
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About Joyce Tawes & Heather Tawes Nelson
Equal Housing Opportunity. Joyce Tawes and Heather Tawes Nelson are Associate Brokers licensed in Arizona (Arizona Department of Real Estate). This article is general information only and is not legal, tax, or financial advice. Confirm event details, market figures, and any transaction specifics with the relevant venue, your title company, tax advisor, or lender.
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