The Scottsdale Arts Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2020 and is an annual weekend-long celebration of creativity. Art pieces range from paintings, sculptures, glass, ceramics, jewelry, photography, and other media. Festival artists can participate in an online benefit art auction with original works of art (donations optional). Festival-goers can listen to live music and entertainment under the sun as a central part of the Scottsdale Arts Festival. At the Community Art Studio attendees of all ages can participate in many community-based art activities and workshops. The Festival brings culinary eats directly to its attendees with a lineup of exceptional Valley gourmet food trucks and eateries.