Fall in Love with Scottsdale | Guide to Top Things to Do This Autumn
SEPTEMBER 6th - NOVEMBER 14th
We love fall, most of all. As the hot summer days turn into crisp fall nights, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess comes to life. With shorter days (and temperatures averaging the low 80s!) and longer nights, fun for all is brought to light. We promise you’ll fall in love with the season like never before.
FESTIVE FUN, TRICKS & TREATS
Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party
Queen Creek | Thursday through Sunday, October 5 – 29
Part amusement park, part family farm, Schnepf's annual fall party is fun for both kids and adults. Mini-golf or try to make your way out of the corn maze and ride the roller coaster. Or take a seat on the miniature train—day and "spooky" (night) times available.
Tickets: $25.95 per person (children 2 years and under free)
Vertuccio Farms Fall Festival
Mesa | September 29 – October 29 (hours vary, closed Mondays)
Activities on this 25-acre farm include a pumpkin patch, corn maze, zip line, hay climb, "spider web" crawl, giant tube roll and playground.
Tickets: $15 per person (children 2 years and under free)
MacDonald's Ranch Pumpkin Patch
Scottsdale | October 1 – 31
Pick your pumpkin or pan for gold at this family-run and family-friendly ranch. Other activities include a hay-bale maze, petting zoo, photo areas and lawn games, as well as barrel train and a mechanical bull.
Tickets: $13 per person (closed Tuesdays)
Arizona State Fair
Phoenix | September 22 – October 29
From iconic foodie favorites (funnel cake anyone?) and concerts to rides, carnival games and more, the Arizona State Fair is full of local flare and fun.
Tickets: $15 per person (Thursdays through Sundays)
Four Peaks Oktoberfest
Tempe | October 13-15
A weekend full of entertainment for all ages, German food & beers and plenty of lederhosen! This event is a long-standing Tempe tradition celebrating 50 years and benefitting the work of Tempe Sister Cities.
Tickets: $16 per person (Sunday is free)
Mesa Arts Center Dia De Los Muertos
Mesa | October 21-22 10am-5pm
Mesa Arts Center annual Día de los Muertos is a celebration of Latin American art and culture. Enjoy a variety of features, performances and more in celebration of the memories of the deceased.
Tickets: Free
TASTES OF THE SEASON
Celebrate fall’s harvest at the resort and sip, savor and dine.
Bourbon Steak*
Enjoy a taste of the good life at Bourbon Steak. Savor a selection of Michael Mina’s fall favorites and tried and true favorites such as lobster pot pie, US vs. Japan steak cuts and duck fat fries.
Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar*
Unwind as you soak in sweeping views of Scottsdale’s TPC golf course from a relaxing, heated outdoor patio. Sip on seasonal selections as you begin to taste Executive Chef Gage Smit's mouthwatering dishes. Choose from a warm chocolate truffle brown and shareables like the 42 oz boin-in Tomahawk Ribeye, lobster fried rice, and more.
La Hacienda*
Venture through Executive Chef Forest Hamrick’s featured fall menu and enjoy classics such as lobster tacos, tableside guacamole and filet a la parilla.
Ironwood American Kitchen
Take a food tour through Arizona without even leaving your table at Ironwood American Kitchen. Our newest brunch boards have your favorite charcuterie items, plus local inspired einkorn waffles, fresh pastries, bourbon maple syrup and more.
Fun fact: Don't want to leave your room? You can order the brunch board from in-room dining!
Get your own mini donut wall with a selection of four to eight local donuts or enjoy a tableside experience with caramelized Crème brûlée French toast.
*Restaurant reservations are highly recommended.
HARVEST YOUR HEALTH AT WELL & BEING SPA
It’s sugar, spice and everything nice during fall at Well & Being Spa.
Spa & Wellness Specials | October – November
Warm Pumpkin Spice Body Polish
90 MIN | $285
This "good enough to eat" blend of nutmeg, clove, vanilla, and sweet orange is warming and gently stimulating to the body. Guaranteed to take you on a nostalgia-inducing journey, evoking the warmest memories of everyone’s favorite holiday season as you leave the stress behind and melt into the bliss of a skin-smoothing body scrub, coupled with a lavishly hydrating goat milk body butter.
Pumpkin Chai Manicure
45 MIN | $69
This delicious manicure is a must-try. An apple cider fizzing soak softens and hydrates. Followed by a custom-blended organic purée of pumpkin and nutrient-rich muds combines with a brandy pear scrub in an invigorating exfoliation treat that leaves you glowing and spicy-fresh. Your manicure finishes with a dreamy lotion using a blend of honey-chai milk lotion. Enjoy a complimentary pumpkin mimosa!
Pumpkin Chai Pedicure
45 MIN | $89
This delicious Pedicure includes an apple cider fizzing soak that softens and hydrates. Followed by a custom-blended organic purée of pumpkin and nutrient-rich muds combines with a brandy pear scrub in an invigorating exfoliation treat that leaves you glowing and spicy-fresh. Your Pedicure finishes with a dreamy lotion using a blend of Honey-Chai milk lotion. Enjoy a complimentary Pumpkin Mimosa!
To book, call 480.585.2732.
THAT FALL FEELING
Create new fall traditions and memories that will last a lifetime, as you set out with a renewed sense of hope this season.