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Spring Training Festival

Spring Training Festival

Sat., Feb. 25, 2012: 10am - 6pm
Sun., Feb. 26, 2012: 12pm - 5pm
Scottsdale Civic Center Park
7380 E 2nd St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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Welcome Baseball Fans!

What's it like to experience a 100 mph baseball whiz by your field of vision? Find out at the inaugural Spring Training Festival™, February 25 - 26, 2012 at Scottsdale Civic Center Park. Festival highlights include a display of spring-training memorabilia dating to the 1950s, interactive baseball activities, the debut of a Cactus League film and talks on the science of baseball. This FREE event also features music, food, art and merchandise:
  • Cactus League Teams: Representatives from Cactus League teams will be on hand with schedules and information about the upcoming season. Former players will also be available for autograph signings.
  • Music: Live performances from Ray Herndon & Laura Walsh; Dennis Rowland; Nineball; Chuck Hall Band and Powerdrive
  • Baseball Food Fair : The hottest valley restaurants create their twist on America’s favorite baseball stadium food fare. Food & beverage tickets are $2 each.
  • Entertainment: Mad Science of Baseball – an interactive exploratorium with more than just the science of the bat and the ball
  • Exhibit: Play Ball, the Cactus League Experience - dedicated to the people, places and teams that played a role in Arizona’s rich cactus league history

1964 Stadium contract establishment. Left to Right: Scottsdale Mayor Bill Clayton, Don Roberts, John Horan, Jim Stanzel and Dave Hallstrom.


FREE ADMISSION

The Spring Training Festival is staged by the Scottsdale Charros with participation from Major League Baseball, Play Ball! The Cactus League Experience, Arizona SciTech Festival, City of Scottsdale, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and the Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.

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Also of Interest



Giants Spring Training
Scottsdale and its spring training home team, the San Francisco Giants, look forward to hosting you in March 2012 for an action-packed season at Scottsdale Stadium. 

Cactus League Legacy Trail
Various Locations
From the Buckhorn Baths to Ernie Banks and Buster Posey, Arizona’s Cactus League has a history steeped in sun, fun, phenoms and Hall of Famers.

Scottsdale Native Trails produced by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
January 19 - April 14, 2012
Most Thursdays & Saturdays, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Scottsdale Civic Center Mall
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. We invite you to come along on this sensory journey to the first nations of Arizona and North America.
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Resorts/Hotels




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BEST WESTERN PLUS Sundial
7320 E. Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-994-4170

1.6 mi.

Chaparral Suites Scottsdale
5001 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
480-949-1414

2.1 mi.

Hotel Valley Ho
6850 E. Main Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-248-2000

1.0 mi.

Hyatt Place Scottsdale/Old Town
7300 E. Third Avenue
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-423-9944

0.8 mi.

Hotel Indigo Scottsdale
4415 N. Civic Center Plaza
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-941-9400

1.2 mi.

the Saguaro
4000 N. Drinkwater Boulevard
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480 308-1100
0.5 mi.

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Concierge



Attending this event, but aren't sure on where to stay or where to eat? Contact our friendly concierges and they'll be happy to assist you.

  • Toll Free Phone: (800) 782-1117
    8:00am - 5:00pm MST Monday - Friday
  • Email: visitorinformation@scottsdalecvb.com
  • Live Chat
  • In Person:
    Scottsdale Fashion Square - Mall Concierge Desk
    7014 E Camelback Rd
    Scottsdale, AZ 85251
    10:00am - 7:00pm Monday - Saturday
    11:00am - 4:00pm Sunday

    Visitor Center
    Galleria Corporate Centre
    4343 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite 170
    Scottsdale, AZ 85251
    8:00am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday
    Closed Saturday, Sunday and major holidays

Spring Training Specials



Gainey Suites Hotel

Close to the Ballparks! Ranked one of Scottsdale’s best by Trip Advisor. Complimentary full hot breakfast buffet and evening reception with appetizers, beer, wine and soft drinks, free Wi-Fi. $20 Restaurant credit, 20% Spa discount.


Goodguys Rod & Custom Association

See over 2000 hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks thru '72 sprawled across WestWorld of Scottsdale. Lots of fun for the whole family!


Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa

Enjoy Spring Training in luxury with Sanctuary’s “Home Run” package. Includes a Mountain Vista Suite upgrade, breakfast each morning, and a special ballpark kit.


Pima Inn & Suites

Located right across the street from Salt River Fields. Featuring two and three bedroom suites with fully furnished kitchens, free wireless internet and large outdoor pool.