The last Monday of May is Memorial Day, our holiday for honoring those who have died while serving in the military. And, as the unofficial start of the summer vacation season, it’s also a long weekend of picnics and cookouts, BBQ, and parades. If you happen to be in the area for Memorial Day in Scottsdale, there are plenty of ways to honor our military while enjoying great food and...
Easter traditions vary. Every family has their own: sunrise services, Easter egg hunts and chocolate bunnies. It’s a time for new beginnings, so start a new holiday family tradition this year while you’re in Scottsdale. Here are a few suggestions for Easter in Scottsdale. Scottsdale Easter Egg Hunts and That Bunny Many Easter traditions include egg hunts, and there are several to choose from in the Scottsdale area. Shamrock Farms’...
Christmas is a magical time of year no matter where you are, but if you’re lucky enough to be spending the holiday in the Scottsdale area, it can be especially magical. This is the perfect time to start a new holiday tradition with your family, and we’ve got suggestions to help make this the best holiday ever. The area has holiday festivals and events for kids of all ages during...
It’s the Fourth of July, time for fireworks, family reunions, cook-outs and baseball. It’s time to celebrate everything American! If you’re staying in the area during Scottsdale July 4th, don’t worry – there are plenty of patriotic celebrations for the entire family. Here are our suggestions for a glorious Fourth! Fireworks & More During Scottsdale July 4th Independence Day wouldn’t be complete without fireworks! Head over to McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park...
Ways to Keep the Family Entertained Over Thanksgiving in Scottsdale As the holidays rapidly draw closer, it’s time to begin your Thanksgiving preparations. Who do you invite, what do you serve, and of course, who gets to clean the house from basement to attic to give the impression that your house always looks this way? It’s exhausting just thinking about it. Surely there has to be a better way? Well,...
When you think of Arizona, you may think of mountains, desert, cowboys and horses, and the ever-present sun shining cheerfully down from the sky. But do you ever think of shopping expeditions? Of spending your days sifting through treasures of silver, cartloads of classy clothing, or being awed by antiques and artwork? If not, we urge you to think again and start planning your shopping extravaganza in the great city...
Summer is still going strong in Scottsdale, Arizona as many tourists make their way to the valley during Labor Day Weekend. Beat the heat with a variety of incredible different ways you can spend your Labor Day in Scottsdale! Find a Pool Party Most residents of Scottsdale know that the best way to get out of the heat is by joining one of the many resort pool parties. Labor Day...
We’ve taken a poll here in the offices of Parsons Villas, trying to figure out which of the summer holidays are our favorite, and although there is something to be said about any holiday that gives you the opportunity to enjoy a summer day, our nation’s birthday is the hands down winner! How can you not love a holiday dedicated to everything American? From hot dog eating contests to live...
