January 13, 20 & 27, 2013
February 10 & 24, 2013
March 3, 17, 24 & 31, 2013
April 7, 2013
Presented by
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Outdoors in Scottsdale Civic Center Park
Celebrating its 26th season, Sunday A’Fair features free outdoor concerts in Scottsdale Civic Center Park by the Valley’s top musicians, along with a fine arts and crafts market and fun activities for children and families.
Guests are invited to bring blankets, lawn chairs or picnic baskets and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of great entertainment. Delicious foods from the grill, snacks and cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks also are available for purchase.
Highlights of the 2013 Sunday A’Fair season include Peace & Community Day on Jan. 20; St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on March 17; and OrigiNation: A Festival of Native Cultures on April 7.
Schedule subject to change. Events may be canceled due to inclement weather.
January 13, 2013
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Marty & the Party Band
Music that makes you feel good, from oldies to country and Latin jazz.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Tesoro
With rock, world, and jazz influences, Tesoro takes Flamenco Fusion to a new level.
January 20, 2013 – Peace & Community Day
A day of unity in conjunction with the Scottsdale Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, presented by Community Celebrating Diversity.
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Rastafarmers
Combining elements of rock, low-rider oldies, dancehall, soca, Afro-beat, Latin, and roots, the Rastafarmers' sound is truly unique.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Jan Sandwich Band
The Jan Sandwich Band includes some of Phoenix’s finest musicians playing jazz standards from the Great American Songbook.
January 27, 2013
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Silver Thread Trio
From gospel, old-timey and Appalachian to alt/country and originals, this Tucson-based alt-Americana trio specializes in tightly voiced three-part harmonies and well-crafted arrangements on washboard, banjo and electric guitar.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
The Big Fellahs
It’s Irish with a twang; traditional with heart and a tray of Guinness.
February 10, 2013
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Sugar Thieves
Southern-style sultry blues roots with high-energy showmanship.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Bad News Blues Band
Hardcore blues meets Big Band Swing.
February 24, 2013
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Rooster Coupe Deville
Crooning vocals, jumpin’ guitars, jive rhythms and wailing saxophones sets this band miles apart from the typical Southwest fare.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns
Performing a mix of classic and contemporary R&B, soul, rock, funk and jazz.
March 3, 2013
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
The Photo Atlas
Stinging post-punk powered by racing dance rhythms.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Doctor Bones
An avant-pop mixture of new wave and punk, Doctor Bones is a culmination of the pop lessons learned from The Cars, Talking Heads, Oingo Boingo, Joy Division and Andy Kaufman.
March 17, 2013 – St. Patrick’s Day
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Bad Cactus Brass Band
A young energetic band that has the spirit of New Orleans in their blood and their music.
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Yoga for Kids
Apropriate for ages 6-12. Call 480-874-4638 to register.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Keltic Cowboys
Playing a range of instruments from the Highland pipes, banjo, mandolin and accordion to guitar, bass and drums, this is Arizona’s premier Irish rock band.
March 24, 2013
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Flamenco de Leon
A dynamic blend of Baile y Musica – Flamenco and Poetry – Canción y Jaleo, all combined for a unique entertainment experience.
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Yoga at the LOVE Scuplture
Call 480-874-4638 to register.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Jazz Con Alma
Translating as “Jazz with Soul,” Beth Lederman and Jazz Con Alma provide just that. With an emphasis on Latin jazz, they range from traditional Latin to contemporary music with the spirit of improvisation.
March 31, 2013
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Alice Tatum Quartet
A fixture in the Phoenix music scene for the last 30 years and known for her amazing versatility, Alice Tatum has a repertoire of popular songs that includes rousing dance numbers, timeless standards and intimate ballads.
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Meditation with Singing Bowls
Call 480-874-4638 to register.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Area 25
Founded by Mark DeCozio in 2012, Area 25 plays original compositions infused with Latin and Brazilian rhythms.
April 7, 2013 – OrigiNation: A Festival of Native Cultures
Noon – 4 p.m. FREE Admission
OrigiNation: A Festival of Native Cultures
Learn about native cultures in Arizona and India through music, song, dance, storytelling and more.
Live music and dance
Arts and crafts market
Learning Village
Kids’ activities and workshops
India-inspired foods and beverages
Fun for the whole family
Presented in conjunction with Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Discovery Series and with support from Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau. Made possible in part by a grant from The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust.
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Yoga for Kids
Apropriate for ages 6-12. Call 480-874-4638 to register.
MORE TO DO
Shop Local
Stroll the beautiful grounds of Civic Center Park while shopping for one-of-a-kind creations from Arizona artists. From jewelry to ceramics and paintings to photography, you’ll find a treasure to call your own.
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
Admission is FREE during Sunday A’Fair from noon to 5 p.m. Plus, enjoy FREE docent-led tours of the latest exhibitions at 1:30 p.m. (Meet in the lobby.)
FREE admission to SMoCA is sponsored by
Art Tours
Explore Scottsdale’s award-winning
public art collection with FREE docent-led tours of the sculptures in the park during Sunday A’Fair at 3 p.m. (Meet at The Center’s north entrance.)
Visit Our Neighbors and Save
Enjoy special discounts at these neighboring restaurants:
Cool Gelato – Save 50 cents off all size cups and cones (except mini cones). Mention promo code Italy when ordering. Jewel of the Crown – Save 15% off your entire bill for food and beverages. Offer does not apply to lunch specials and combination platters.
LOCATION AND PARKING
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is located at 7380 E. Second St. in downtown Scottsdale, four blocks south of Indian School Road and three blocks east of Scottsdale Road. The amphitheater is located on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall at 75th Street and Main Street.
Free parking is available in the public parking garage located to the west of Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and directly behind Los Olivos restaurant on Wells Fargo Avenue. Additional free parking is available at the Old Town Parking Corral at East Second Street and Brown Avenue and at the Civic Center Library parking garage located on Drinkwater Boulevard at East Second Street.
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