Scottsdale This Week: Glowing Nights, Dining Finds & Spa Escapes

Glowing Nights and Plans Worth Making

Scottsdale is giving you every reason to leave an evening open—and then fill it with something extraordinary. Start with our Canal Convergence final-week guide for illuminated art and entertainment along the Waterfront before the festival closes November 15. Then explore the floral creativity of Fleurs de Villes NOËL, family fun at Fashion Week 4 Kids, and the food, music, and drone-show plans at the Someburros Fiesta. From a date night to a family Saturday, our latest stories help you turn “What should we do?” into a plan worth looking forward to.

Fresh Dining Finds and a Little Scottsdale Downtime

There’s just as much to discover beyond the events. Our newest restaurant reviews explore French pastries at Paris Rendez-vous, wood-fired pizza at Craft 64, seasonal Arizona flavors at FnB, and intimate dining at Virtù Honest Craft. Ready to trade your to-do list for a little downtime? Browse our five best resort and spa day escapes in Scottsdale, then catch up on local stays, shopping, playful nights out, and rescue dogs looking for a fresh start. Pick your next great meal, make room for an adventure, and discover another reason to love Scottsdale.

Q: Are there breed-specific rescues operating in the Scottsdale area, or is it mostly general shelters?

A: Both exist and thrive in Scottsdale. Beyond general shelters like the Arizona Humane Society, the area supports several breed-focused groups — including rescues dedicated to Greyhounds, German Shepherds, and French Bulldogs — that work through foster networks rather than physical facilities, meaning adoptable dogs are often living in family homes before they ever meet you.

Q: What should a prospective adopter know about the application process that might catch them off guard?

A: Scottsdale-area rescues, particularly foster-based ones, often conduct home visits and may ask detailed questions about your yard, daily schedule, and even how you plan to handle the dog during Arizona monsoon storms. The process can take one to three weeks, so if you are hoping to adopt quickly, contacting multiple organizations simultaneously is a smart approach.