Old Scottsdale: Scottsdale

Old Town includes the older Scottsdale area that extends from Thomas to Camelback on Scottsdale Road. Western stores like Saba's Western Wear, have become staples here, along with upscale restaurants and an art district, which boasts artists from around the world who come to display their art in some of the most popular galleries in the West, like the Faust Gallery and the Legacy Gallery. Old Town is also the home of the annual Parada del Sol Parade, which features floats, food and fun for the whole family. This parade has become a popular yearly event and takes place in February. The Scottsdale Stadium holds thousands of fans each year, as they watch the San Francisco Giants hit the ball around one of the oldest baseball stadiums in Arizona. Other attractions include the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and the annual Scottsdale Culinary Festival. Old Town is flanked on the north end by the large fashion shopping mall, Scottsdale Fashion Square. With more than 15 restaurants and stores including Dillards, Nordstrom's, Barneys New York and Neiman Marcus. More than 500 specialty stores are also a part of this desert shopping oasis. © WCities