March kicks off this Sunday, March 1, and the month is packed from the very start. Whether you live in DC Ranch or are stopping through the Scottsdale area, there are free outdoor events, live music, community gatherings, and local festivals lined up all month long. Here is your full guide to the best events in March 2026 near DC Ranch, Arizona.
Your Community Is Calling: DC Ranch Events This Month
The Desert Camp Community Center at 9260 E. Desert Camp Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 is where local life comes together throughout March. Check the calendar directly for the latest updates, and keep an eye out for:
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Social Bridge Club on Wednesday, March 4, from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Casual and welcoming, whether you are a longtime player or just getting started.
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Community Life Open House on Monday, March 9, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Meet your neighbors, connect with staff, and find out about programs you might be missing.
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Mountain Biking Club throughout March at Pima-Dynamite Trailhead, 28777 N. Pima Rd. Group rides through the desert are one of the better ways to stay active and social this season.
Want to stay on top of what is going on around the neighborhood? The DC Ranch articles page keeps you connected with local guides, seasonal spotlights, and upcoming events all year long.
Starting This Sunday: Free Events That Are Actually Worth It
Two of March’s biggest draws cost absolutely nothing, and the first one starts in two days.
Every Sunday in March, Sun & Sounds brings live music and a full outdoor market to Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251. The Merchantile Market opens at 10:00 AM, and live music runs from noon onward. Over 200 vendors, good food, and a cocktail bar on a warm Sunday afternoon. The first one is this March 1, so there is no better time to start the month right.
Right behind it, ArtsFest runs on Friday, March 6, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and on Saturday, March 7, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at the same Civic Center location. Interactive art experiences, live performances, and local food vendors fill both days. Free to attend and family-friendly.
Art All Month Long: Galleries, Openings, and Four Full Days
Scottsdale Art Week runs from Thursday, March 19, through Sunday, March 22, 2026. Galleries, collectors, and design programming take over the city for four straight days. Whether you are a longtime art follower or just curious about what is showing locally, this is worth a visit.
Raise a Glass: A Festival That Earns Its Ticket Price
The We-Ko-Pa Celebrity Wine & Spirits Festival takes over Scottsdale Civic Center on Saturday, March 21 at 1:00 PM. Wine tastings, spirits seminars, live music, and gourmet food trucks are all part of the afternoon. General admission tickets start at $85. A solid way to spend a Saturday with good company.
Two Live Shows You Will Regret Missing
Both are part of the outdoor concert series at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale, AZ 85251:
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Trampled by Turtles performs on Saturday, March 14, at 7:30 PM. Tickets start at $59.
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Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue perform on Friday, March 20, at 7:30 PM. Tickets start at $85.
Both shows are outdoors under the Scottsdale sky, so plan for a warm, breezy March evening and get your tickets early.
A Packed Month Ahead in DC Ranch
From free Sunday markets to live outdoor concerts and neighborhood open houses, March offers residents and visitors plenty of reasons to get outside and be part of it all. Block off your dates now before the month sneaks up on you.
For more community news, local business highlights, and seasonal event guides, check out the latest articles from DC Ranch and keep tabs on everything happening in the neighborhood this spring.
Sources: dcranch.com, scottsdalearts.org, experiencescottsdale.com, scottsdaleartweek.com, scottsdaleperformingarts.org
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