Scottsdale Civic Center Live!

Scottsdale Civic Center is a 24-acre outdoor space in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale that has recently undergone a massive renovation, transforming the former park into a unique destination for live arts and entertainment. The newly renovated Scottsdale Civic Center includes two new performance spaces: the East Bowl, a large amphitheater stage south of Scottsdale City Hall, and the West Bowl, a slightly smaller amphitheater north of Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, facing the west side of the Civic Center’s 360 Stage. Scottsdale Arts will feature both free live entertainment and ticketed performances outdoors on these new stages, in addition to rental events, cultural festivals, and other activities for members of the Scottsdale community. We welcome you to the new outdoor spaces in Scottsdale and look forward to sharing amazing arts experiences with you! See the event lineup here.

Technical Specifications (PDF)

Scottsdale Civic Center East Bowl  

Helpful Venue Policy Information: 

These are general guidelines, please visit the individual event page for additional specific guidelines related to your event.

Tickets and Entry 

Tickets will be sent via mobile delivery to the email address provided upon checkout no more than 72 hours before the show. 

This is a rain or shine event. No refunds. No re-entry is allowed. 

Children 7 years old and younger are admitted for free with an accompanying ticketed adult. 

Seating 

Gates open 90 minutes before show time, and East Bowl seating is first-come-first-served lawn seating only. There are no physical seats available. Blankets and lawn chairs are allowed. Please be advised that the front lawn section is for blankets and low-rise chairs. Full-size lawn chairs must use the rear lawn section to optimize sight lines for all attendees. 

  • Examples of Low-Rise Chairs 

Bags 

All bags are subject to search. All bags—including purses, totes, and backpacks—must be clear and be no larger than 12x12x6 inches. Small fanny packs, wallets, clutches, and purses do not have to be clear but must be no larger than 6×9 inches. Diaper bags and medical equipment bags will be permitted upon inspection. 

  • Examples of Approved Bags 

Animals/Pets 

Only service animals will be allowed into the venue. No other pets or animals are permitted inside the venue. 

Outside Food and Drinks 

No outside food and beverage are allowed except for one 24-ounce or smaller, factory-sealed water bottle per person. 

Food and Beverages at East Bowl 

A bar will be available at this event for patrons 21+ with proof of valid I.D. More information about food vendors at this event will be announced closer to the show date. 

ADA Accessibility at East Bowl 

The East Bowl is ADA accessible, and most of the outdoor area at Scottsdale Civic Center is ADA accessible via sidewalks. 

For more accessibility information, please visit ScottsdalePerformingArts.org/visit/accessibility. 

There are numerous, free, ADA-accessible parking spaces near Scottsdale Civic Center. For nearby parking options and directions from parking to Scottsdale Civic Center, please visit ScottsdalePerformingArts.org/visit/directions-parking.  

Parking 

To view parking options available for this event, please visit ScottsdalePerformingArts.org/visit/directions-parking.  

Communication/Reminders 

More information about policies for this event will be announced closer to the show date. These updates will be added to this webpage and emailed to patrons using the email address you provided upon purchasing tickets.   

Allowed Items 

  • Clear bags that do not exceed 12x12x8 inches 
  • Small, non-clear fanny packs, wallets, clutch bags that do not exceed 6×9 inches 
  • One factory-sealed water bottle, 24 ounces or less 
  • Cell phones 
  • Hats 
  • Non-aerosol sunscreen/bug spray 
  • Low-rise chairs 
  • Blankets 
  • Personal misting fan (empty upon arrival) 
  • Hand sanitizer/wipes 
  • E-cigarettes and vape pens (can only be used in smoking area) 

Items NOT Allowed 

  • Weapons of any kind 
  • Large bags 
  • Wagons, strollers, coolers 
  • Outside food and drink, except one factory-sealed water bottle, 24 ounces or less 
  • Alcohol 
  • Illegal drugs or substances 
  • Glass containers 
  • Selfie sticks 
  • Laser pointers 
  • Animals (excluding service animals only) 
  • GoPros 
  • Professional photo or video cameras 
  • Audio-recording devices 
  • Drones 
  • Stickers/flyers 
  • Umbrellas
  • Any other item deemed unsafe or prohibited by Artist, Venue Management or Law Enforcement. 
 

GOT A QUESTION?

Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you need information or have any questions about Scottsdale Civic Center. Email [email protected] or fill out the form below.

News Media Inquiries Only: Contact Brian Passey, communications manager, at [email protected] or 480-874-4626 or Sydney Ritter, public relations specialist, at [email protected] or 480-874-4663.

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