Canal Convergence returns to the Scottsdale Waterfront starting on November 3rd and wraps up on November 12th. It will run from 6PM to 10PM on Fridays and Saturdays and from 6PM to 9PM on Sunday through Thursday as well as the final Sunday evening.
Here is a clip from Canal Convergence 2022.
One of my favorite annual events is about to return and I highly recommend heading over to experience it for yourself if you have not already.
Canal Convergence is a 10-night public art event that transforms the Scottsdale Waterfront into a dazzling showcase of light, art, and water. The event features large-scale, immersive artworks created by artists from all over the world. In addition to the fantastic art, there will be art-related tours, educational sessions, live music, food and beverage for sale, family activities and much more.
The Power of Play is this year’s theme. Artists were challenged to integrate acts of play into their work and the public’s interaction with the artwork and I cannot wait to see how this theme is interpreted by the artist.
Here are just some of the creations you can explore at Canal Convergence 2023:
- DICE: Jump, spin, and dance in the interactive zone and watch your movements mimicked by silhouettes on five giant dice floating above the Arizona Canal.
- Ripple: This interactive light and sound installation takes inspiration from the water below the Marshall Way Bridge. By stepping onto a touch-sensitive pad, participants can create ripples above.
- Light Forest: Sixteen pillars with over 27,000 LED lights form a walkway through which you can experience music and an accompanying light show. Light Forest will remain in place through December 31st.
- Aquatics: Design, create and then release your mystical creature into a virtual ecosystem. Then watch all of the creations interact with each other.
In addition to the artworks, Canal Convergence will also feature a variety of related events and activities, including:
- Opening Celebration: The VIP Opening Celebration will take place from 6PM to 9Pn on Saturday, November 4th. Enjoy light bites, a drink, VIP lounge access and more.
- Art Tours & Workshops: Select from one of the of the tours and get a in-depth look at the art. t There are also a number of tickets workshops to experience.
- Drop In Activities: There are also a quite a few entertaining activities you and drop-in for and have fun creating and doing.
- Food Trucks and Beer Garden: Enjoy a variety of food and drinks from local vendors while you explore the artworks and enjoy the festivities.
Canal Convergence is a free event, so come and experience the magic of light, art, and water for yourself!
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