The Cattle Track Tour | Where Art & History Compound

• Two ways to experience the event: Guided Walking Tour or General Admission
• Cost: Free (registration required; limited capacity)
• Guided Tour: Small-group walking tour through historic areas
• General Admission: Open access to studios, guest artists, and live music (no walking tour)
• Terrain: Outdoor paths with uneven surfaces in some areas
• Accessibility: General admission is recommended for guests who prefer not to participate in the walking tour

Guided Walking Tour

A guided walk through historic areas of the Cattle Track Arts Compound.

The tour follows a set route and involves outdoor walking on uneven surfaces. Space is limited to maintain a small-group experience.

General Admission

Provides access to the main event area, including open artist studios, live local music, and up to 25 guest artists.

This option does not include the guided walking tour and is ideal for guests who prefer to explore at their own pace or have mobility considerations.

Before you arrive

• Wear comfortable shoes suitable for outdoor walking
• Portions of the compound include dirt and uneven paths
• We recommend bringing water and sun protection (it’s Arizona :)
• Seating is limited and may be outdoors
• Check-in details will be shared closer to the event date

This event is free and open to the community.

For those who wish to support Cattle Track’s preservation work, information on donating will be available during the event and at CattleTrack.org.

Step inside one of Scottsdale’s most storied arts enclaves for the first‑ever Cattle Track Tour—a FREE event and rare opportunity to explore the creative, historic, and cultural heart of the Cattle Track Arts Compound.

For nearly a century, Cattle Track has been home to generations of painters, sculptors, printmakers, performers, photographers, fiber artists, craftsmen, innovators, and storytellers. Today, it remains a living, working arts community where tradition, experimentation, and collaboration continue to thrive.

Through a partnership with members of Scottsdale Leadership Class 40, Cattle Track is expanding its community outreach with this new annual event. Together, we aim to build awareness of Cattle Track’s historical significance, celebrate its enduring role as a hub for creativity, and strengthen the network of artists, supporters, and friends who help sustain its legacy.

During this inaugural Cattle Track Tour, registered guests will take part in a privately guided walking tour through historic spaces in this desert landscape—including artist studios, workshops, and original structures that make Cattle Track an irreplaceable part of Scottsdale’s cultural heritage.

After your tour, you’ll be welcomed into our general admission area, where you can meet resident artists in their working studios, enjoy live performances from local musicians and bands, and engage with up to 25 local guest artists who will be showcasing and selling their work.

General admission–only tickets are also available for guests who prefer not to participate in the guided tour. These tickets provide full access to the general admission area, where you can meet resident artists, enjoy live local music, and explore original works from up to 25 local guest artists. This option is ideal for guests with mobility limitations or anyone who simply wishes to experience the art, music, and community without the walking tour.

To learn more about Cattle Track, visit CattleTrack.org.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Cattle Track Arts Compound, 6105 North Cattletrack Road, Scottsdale, United States

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