Experience 6th Annual Tour de Scottsdale

Kelly Tope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:07:45 +0000

Finding fun things to do in Scottsdale is an easy task but finding something the whole family can do, can sometimes be a challenge. The Tour de Scottsdale is a cycling event for all ages. Hundreds of cyclists of all levels attend each year. This year marks the 6th annual of the race and will benefit the McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

Racing pro riders can improve pro status and vie for cash prizes. Non-competitive cyclists will follow the same 70-mile course; and families are encouraged to participate in the Tour atmosphere by cycling in the free 2.5-mile Family Fun Ride. “The Tour de Scottsdale creates a buzzing atmosphere of excitement,” said DC Ranch Event Director Jennifer Clark. “The pros are geared up for a sanctioned ride, while hundreds of amateur cyclists challenge themselves to the 70-mile course. Families, spectators and sports fans are all milling about, soaking in the excitement,” continued Clark.

DC Ranch will also host a free expo following the shotgun start of the Sunday, Oct. 4th Tour de Scottsdale. The expo will host a variety of vendors, including those offering athletic apparel, cycling and other sports related gear, and physical and environmental health information, the free Expo on Market Street in DC Ranch features food and beverage, a beer garden, live music and the opportunity to shop scores of vendors and anticipate around 50 booths.

This event will take place on October 4th, with the expo starting at 10 am and the race starting at 7 am. The race and expo will be located Market Street at DC Ranch, located at the southeast corner of Pima Rd. and Thompson Peak Pkwy. For more information find the Tour de Scottsdale on facebook.

Nationally Renowned Via Colori Street Painting Festival Comes to Scottsdale

Kelly Tope — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 22:32:06 +0000

Via Colori, coming to Scottsdale October 18-19, is a modern day expression of a centuries-old art form. Artists will gather in the Downtown Scottsdale Arts District and create large-scale paintings right on the street.

The Italian-style street painting festival is free and is open from 10am-10pn Saturday (ending with a street party) and 10am-5pm Sunday. In addition to the festival, be sure to take part in the Via Colori ArtWalk, where you can browse the numerous galleries in the downtown area from noon to 4:00pm on Saturday. Or visit the Bambini area, where your children can mimic the artists and draw on the sidewalk.

So, grab your family and friends and get ready to experience the first ever street painting festival in Scottsdale!

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Experience 6th Annual Tour de Scottsdale

Nationally Renowned Via Colori Street Painting Festival Comes to Scottsdale