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About
Canal Convergence is a free, ten-night public art event that takes over the Scottsdale Waterfront each November. This outdoor, immersive event features large-scale artworks, as well as educational workshops, family-friendly activities, live music and dance performances, a beer and wine garden, food trucks, and more!
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Last Year's Lineup
Learn more about last year's 2024’s featured theme, "Reflections," and all the amazing artworks and activities that took place!
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Sponsorship
Canal Convergence is made possible with annual support by the City of Scottsdale. Additional support is provided by numerous partners and sponsors.
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Call for Art
Canal Convergence seeks proposals for outdoor, temporary public artworks that highlight this year’s event theme, SHOWTIME, to be featured in, around, and suspended above the Arizona Canal at the Scottsdale Waterfront in Scottsdale, Arizona. Canal Convergence will be on view for ten days, from Nov. 7–16, 2025.
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Performances
Canal Convergence presents live music every night of the event at the Herberger Stage in Soleri Plaza. Experience eclectic performances within the nightlife atmosphere of the Canal Convergence Beer and Wine Garden!
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Nationwide Innovation Zone
The Canal Convergence Nationwide Innovation Zone offers an exciting and intriguing mix of ticketed and drop-in workshops. Curated by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation using the event's annual theme, each year brings a unique selection of activities created by local, national, and international artists.
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