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Canal Convergence

Name: Canal Convergence
Address: 4420 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251, US
Telephone: +14808744645
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Canal Convergence: Nov. 4-13, 2022
Canal Convergence returns to the Scottsdale Waterfront for 2022 with a new central theme: "Celebrating 10 Years of Water + Art + Light” alongside the other perennial themes of interactivity and sustainability. Also returning this year on Nov. 4 and 5 is the One Water Brewing Showcase.

03/06/2026

Scottsdale Arts is seeking public art proposals for Canal Convergence 2026 in November. Interested artists may schedule 30-minute meetings with event staff to discuss their artwork proposals. The deadline to submit proposals is April 9. Learn more: https://sarts.co/3MsFxW3

Image: "Octopoda" by Amigo and Amigo. Photo: David Blakeman.

02/24/2026

As the city of Scottsdale commemorates its 75th anniversary, Scottsdale Arts is seeking public art proposals for Canal Convergence that reflect, embody, or explore the American West and Arizona. Our 10-night event in early November 2026 will highlight the theme "Most Western" in a nod to the city's tagline as "The West's Most Western Town." Learn more about this request for proposals here: https://sarts.co/3MsFxW3

02/12/2026

As Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts nears the end of its 50th anniversary season, Scottsdale Arts will celebrate our next 50 years at The ARTrageous Gala on April 11. This year’s event is more than a gala; it's a tribute to five decades of creativity, innovation, and beauty, made possible by the patrons, artists, and champions who shaped our story. Through intimate performances and special recognitions, the evening will honor the past while setting the stage for what comes next. Event info: https://scottsdalearts.org/whats-on/events/the-artrageous-gala-2026/

Proceeds support the dynamic arts and innovative programs at Scottsdale Arts. Scottsdale Arts champions arts and culture for the community through Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Scottsdale Public Art, Scottsdale Learning & Innovation, and the beloved Canal Convergence.

12/23/2025

Are you looking to work with a great customer service team? Do you have exceptional people skills and experience analyzing data? Come join our team as the guest experiences manager! Job details: https://sarts.co/4p9suWP

12/20/2025

Scottsdale Arts is seeking a donor experience manager, public giving who is energized by partnerships, motivated by mission-aligned collaborations, and committed to helping institutional funders create lasting impact in our arts and culture community. In this role, you will guide organizational supporters, including corporations, foundations, government agencies, and educational institutions, through a strategic and relationship-centered management process, strengthening a robust pipeline of institutional donors. Learn more: https://sarts.co/3YCFIjL

Images: "Cybele Lyle: Floating Seeds Make Deep Forms" at SMoCA, photo by Aaron Rothman, and Big Art, "BIG TV," at Canal Convergence 2025, photo by David Blakeman.

11/15/2025

Only two nights left of Scottsdale Arts' Canal Convergence! The event will continue as planned Saturday night, even with rain in the forecast, but please follow our primary social media at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts for updates in case of extreme weather. There will be a bonus fire show Saturday night at 9 p.m., in addition to the regular shows scheduled for 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. Saturday hours are 6–10 p.m., and Sunday hours, for the final night, are 6–9 p.m. Learn more: https://sarts.co/4nuLhem

Images (clockwise from top left): "HD-BPM" by MASARY Studios, attached to "Soleri Bridge" by Paolo Soleri; "polychroma" by In Theory Art Studio; B!G TV by B!G ART; and "Showtime" by Walter Productions. All photos by David Blakeman.

10/31/2025

We're one week away from Canal Convergence 2025! As a reminder, if you're accustomed to looking for Canal Convergence content here, please follow Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts for all information about our annual, free public art event, happening nightly at the Scottsdale Waterfront from November 7–16. Learn more: https://sarts.co/4nuLhem

Images, clockwise from top left: "Stargate" by Chalk River Labs, "Long Wave" by Pneuhaus, "Octopoda" by Amigo and Amigo, and "polychroma" by In Theory Art Studio.

10/04/2025

We're hiring a temporary social media content specialist for Canal Convergence! Do you have experience with the full spectrum of social media channels and possess a mastery of content creation, including video and editing? If so, then come join the Marketing and Communications Department at Scottsdale Arts for our annual Canal Convergence event, Nov. 7–16. The position starts soon and will last up to seven weeks. Details: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3613893
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Image: "Gaiascope" by Mindbender Studio, Canal Convergence 2024. Photo: David Blakeman.

08/22/2025

Enhance your visit with our free digital guides on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture app! Discover artworks across Scottsdale like never before with the Scottsdale Public Art Guide, featuring audio tours, artist insights, and multimedia content. Use the app to plan your visit anytime, from anywhere, and while navigating artworks on-site. Learn more: https://sarts.co/45L6QQG

08/11/2025

"Molecules" by The Urban Conga, a featured artwork of last year's Canal Convergence, was recently honored by CODAworx with a merit award in the Festival + Events category of the annual CODAawards. Read about the project here: https://sarts.co/3J9CfVy

Photo: "Molecules" by The Urban Conga, Canal Convergence 2024. Photo: David Blakeman

Address

4420 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ
85251

Opening Hours

Monday	6pm - 9pm
Tuesday	4pm - 9pm
Wednesday	6pm - 9pm
Thursday	6pm - 9pm
Friday	6pm - 10pm
Saturday	6pm - 10pm
Sunday	6pm - 9pm

Telephone

+14808744645

Website

http://www.canalconvergence.com/

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