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What an experience! This exhibit has outdone itself again this year, don’t miss it! Keep reading this post for parking information, you’ll need it.
Canal Convergence 2023: The Power of Play
Experience vibrant colors, moving lights in curious artistic forms under a canopy of a perfect Arizona fall sky. Don’t miss Scottsdale Waterfront’s Canal Convergence, November 3 – 12, 2023. Bring the family, it’s very economical for a Scottsdale art event, it’s FREE!
It’s amazing to see the large-scale public artworks created by artists locally and from around the world illuminate the Scottsdale Waterfront each evening from Friday, November 3 through Sunday, November 12.
Enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities and performances alongside the light-based public artworks at the Scottsdale Waterfront. The 2023 event will include live music, workshops, dance performances, food and beverages, and more.
For Canal Convergence 2023, each artist was directed to present an artwork that celebrates this year’s theme of The Power of Play with interactivity and sustainability, but also draws from any of the past featured themes like Water+Art+Light, Reconnect, The Story of Water, and Art and Technology.
For a sneak peek at all of the Canal Convergence 2023 art and experiences, click here.
Location:
The Scottsdale Waterfront, is located above the Arizona Canal and along the pedestrian pathways and bridges, between Scottsdale Road and Goldwater Boulevard. For a specific address for your GPS use 7135 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale 85251.
Dates & Hours:
During the first weekend, beginning Friday, Nov. 3 through Saturday, Nov. 4, enjoy Canal Convergence from 6–10 p.m. On Sunday, Nov. 5 through Thursday, Nov. 9, Canal Convergence is open from 6–9 p.m.
The last weekend starts on Friday, Nov. 10 and runs through Sunday, November 12. Note that on Friday and Saturday hours are from 6–10 p.m., while on Sunday, Nov. 12 hours are from 6–9 p.m.
Parking
According to experiencescottsdale.com, the following parking garages in Scottsdale closest to the canal will be free of charge for Canal Convergence 2023.
Nordstrom Parking Garage: 7002 E. Via Soleri Drive
Scottsdale Fashion Square Lots & Garages: 7014 E. Camelback Rd.
Waterfront Underground Parking Garage: 7135 E. Camelback Rd.
Southbridge Underground Parking Garage: 7114 E. Stetson Dr.
Don’t miss this incredibly immersive art experience for the whole family under a gorgeous fall sky. Bring a sweater or a jacket. Thank goodness, it will be cooler in the evening in November.
