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The Wrigley Mansion
The Wrigley Mansion
Celebrate your success amid the elegance of the Valley’s most famous historical Mansion, listed as a National Historical Landmark.

The former home of chewing gum magnate William Wrigley has been recently renovated, to display the original magnificence that long ago graced the halls of the Mansion. From the sweeping rotunda to the original dining room, from custom made Indian rugs to the rare antiques, from a Steinway player piano to the world’s largest handloomed rug and one of the finest displays of antiques and collectibles in the Valley, the Wrigley Mansion is unparalleled in elegance and atmosphere.

A private room in the Mansion will be reserved exclusively for your guests who will enjoy a gourmet dinner, overlooking the sights of the city below.


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The Heard Museum
The Heard Museum
The internationally renowned Heard Museum, contains the world’s finest and most extensive collection of Native American artifacts and fine art, and remains the leading exhibitor of Indian heritage and history.

The museum will be reserved exclusively for your guests for a truly Southwestern evening. Tour the museum at your leisure and you’ll be sure to become immersed in the history and cultural surrounding of the American Southwest. Trace the development of the culture of the Southwestern Indians through the many displays of traditional and contemporary American art. Entertainment may include Navajo artisans to demonstrate their skills and create an original masterpiece, featuring Kachina carvings, silversmithing, rug weavings, pottery and basketry.

Add the haunting melodies of a Native American flutist or a presentation of the Indian hoop dancers, for a distinctive Southwest element and ambiance to this special evening.


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The Venue
The Venue
Create your own party at this $8 million multi-level, multi-themed facility located in the heart of Old Scottsdale.

The Venue offers uniquely segmented areas linked by a cobblestone courtyard to create a “street scene” atmosphere exclusive for your group. Choose from several different themed events, complete with props and décor, including the Biker Bar Bash, Mardi Gras, Wild, Wild West or South of the Border – or let us create a new concept for your evening entertainment.

The VIP room offers its own big screen TV and billiards, for those who would like a little more privacy. Add a catered dinner and a top local band and your group will be ready to party! The perfect place for your next event!


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The Rooftop
The rooftop
The city’s most dramatic and scenic location is perched atop the seven story tower of this chic building, with panoramic views of Camelback Mountain and Old Town Scottsdale.

Enjoy amazing views of the city lights under a sky full of stars, an ideal setting for a Southwestern sunset evening!

Your vistas include mountain ranges to city sidewalks, a spectacular event sure to impress your guests!

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The Ranch
The ranch
The pageantry and heritage of Old Mexico can be found at the Corona Ranch and Rodeo Grounds, an actual working ranch that has been renovated to accommodate private groups looking for an authentic Arizona experience.

Join us at the rodeo arena where we’ll start the evening’s entertainment with a Grand Entry parade by the Mexican “charridas”, followed by an exhibition of exciting horsemanship including riding, roping, accuracy, courage and style. These entertaining events include precision high speed horse maneuvers, wild bull riding, roping a racing horse, the women’s formation drill team and the Pass of Death. The highlight of the rodeo is the “bloodless” bullfight, performed by a nationally ranked professional matador team from Guadalajara, wearing the traditional costumes of Old Mexico. Then let the music of the Mariachis begin as you are seated for an evening of wonderful food, music and the flavors of Mexico.


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Arabian Nights
Arabian Nights
The beauty, majestic wonder and mystery of the Arabian horse has drawn admiration for centuries. This admiration continues today with a world class horse presentation at a $7 million equestrian horse ranch, featuring grass pastures, hand carved and hand painted cedar doors from Morocco, bronze statues and a 106 stall stone equestrian center with domes and arches modeled after 2,500 year old Lebanese architecture.

The ranch showcases some of the finest championship Arabian stallions in the Southwest. Listen in on the history of the Arabian horse, learn about the makings of a successful breeding and show facility and take a tour of the farm, which includes a look at several world class Arabians being pampered and exercised (a workout of a horse in a swimming pool is an amazing sight!) You’ll learn about the caring and maintenance of these special animals and enjoy a private presentation of the different disciplines of show horses, which may include Western, English, driving, Native Costume, halter or mare and foal. Enjoy a lively question and answer session with one of the trainers during this unique and exciting experience.

Dinner will be served surrounded by the majesty of this unique facility.


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Football Mania
Football mania
Go team! Get your group all pumped up at the University of Phoenix Stadium.

This modern marvel showcases a retractable roof and a rollout field unlike any other stadium in North America – it’s a marvel of design, engineering and technology! Your group can enjoy dinner in the VIP Club, take a tour of the stadium, meet the Cardinal’s Cheerleaders and enjoy football themed entertainment as they overlook the field below.

This will be the Super Bowl of your stay!


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Private Homes
Private Homes
Several incredible private homes with spectacular views are available for exclusive rental for your party function.


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INTERACTIVE EVENTS

The Culinary Studio
The Culinary Studio
Your guests are in for a treat at The Culinary Studio!

This custom, artistically inspired kitchen is a cook’s dream! Chef Andy combines powerful colors with state-of-the-art appliances to create an extraordinary feast utilizing fresh ingredients – his favorite ingredient is “inspiration!”

Your guests will enjoy learning the techniques and secrets of cooking creatively with contemporary touches to classic cuisine. Choose from several menus including Southwest, Italian or Tapas, and sit back while the chef prepares a one-of-a-kind feast for your dining pleasure. This culinary event will be the highlight of your stay!


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Shake, Rattle and Roll
Shakem rattle, & roll
This is not your Father’s bowling Alley! Join us for an evening of “Rock ‘n Bowl” at our favorite Valley location, reserved exclusively for your guests’ enjoyment.

You won’t want to miss “Extreme Bowling”, bowling in a darkened alley, complete with strobe lights, fog machines, pins that glow in the dark, and rock music to get you rolling! Add a catered dinner with your favorite foods for an extreme evening out of the ordinary!


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Dave & Buster's
Dave & Buster's
When you work hard, you need to play hard, and the hot spot to play is at Dave & Buster’s, an incredible entertainment and dining facility featuring games, billiards lounge, the latest electronic simulation attractions, music, sports and media viewing.

Enjoy dinner in one of the private rooms reserved exclusively for your guests. Then, using your Power Cards, try your hand at the amazing Games room, a wonderland of over 200 electronic simulation and virtual reality games, featuring both the classics and the latest and greatest.

This exciting evening offers something for everyone


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Night Golf
Night Golf
As the sun sets, this golf course just gets ready to roll – with Glow in the Dark Night Golf, a challenging, fun activity for novice and pro golfers alike.

These professional night “glow in the dark” golf balls are designed for everything from gentle putting to long distance drives….and they float! Your guests will start the evening with a buffet dinner, then tee up for an evening of competition under the stars, guided by luminaries and a lot of luck!

Nine holes later, everyone’s a winner as this event will be the highlight of your stay!


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ENTERTAINMENT

Native American Dance Shows, Music and Artists
Live Bands and Dance Lessons
Western Balladeers and Storytellers
Western Cowboy Games (See Cookout Page)
Strolling Mariachis
Astronomer with Large Telescope
Caricaturists


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