Every January through April the outdoor amphitheater at the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, just north of the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, comes alive with Native American music, dance, art and traditional foods.

On January 15, 2009, Native Trails produced by the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, will debut its seventh season of free noontime festivals dedicated to exploring the rich and varied cultures of Native America. We invite you to come along on this sensory journey to the first nations of Arizona and North America.  Musical performances using traditional instruments such as flutes, gourds and drums will delight your ears. A variety of tribal dances ranging from Pima dancing and inter-tribal pow wow dancing to the excitement and energy of world championship hoop dancing will amaze your eyes. And the rhythmic drumbeat in your chest as you join the performers for a traditional round dance will energize your spirit! 

Arizona Tribal Nations
Each week, cultural ambassadors and Native American royalty from various Arizona Nations will join the Native Trails cast for music, dances and storytelling. Tribes represented will include Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Tohono O'odham, Hopi, Yavapai, Apache and Dine (Navajo).

Arts & Crafts
Native American artisans, jewelry makers and tribal elders from around the state will showcase and sell their work throughout the season. Traditional Native American food also will be available.