Venues
If you would like to utilize any of our facilities for your event, please review the information on this page before contacting our Facility Rentals Manager.
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Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | Virginia G. Piper Theater
Most events take place in Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ state-of-the-art, 853-seat Virginia G. Piper Theater, recognized for its intimacy, acoustics, and comfort. View the seating chart, video, and gallery images of the venue.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | Stage 2
With theater-style seating for 137 guests, Stage 2 accommodates a variety of lectures, films and other events. See Stage 2 map.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | Dayton Fowler Grafman Atrium
Named after Dayton Fowler Grafman, a longtime board member and supporter of Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and curator of its nationally recognized Virginia G. Piper Concert Series, the 6,200-square-foot Atrium provides an impressive entrance and an inviting place to gather before and after events.
Mezzanine Lounge
Center Space Gallery
SMoCA Lounge
Scottsdale Civic Center
Scottsdale Civic Center(East Bowl)
Scottsdale Civic Center(East Bowl Stage)
Scottsdale Civic Center (Central Lawn)
The Civic Lawn is the center of Scottsdale Civic Center over Drinkwater Boulevard with botanic gardens to the north, Drinkwater Bridge terraces to the north and south, and lagoons to the east in front of City Hall. The flat lawn area also features the LOVE sculpture and can utilize the east side of the 360 Stage.
Scottsdale Civic Center(360 Stage Center)
Scottsdale Civic Center (West Bowl)
Located north of Scottsdale Center of Performing Arts, the West Bowl includes the Windows to the West artwork, a shaded lawn in a small amphitheater, and viewing for the west side of the 360 Stage.
Scottsdale Civic Center (360 Stage West)
rates
| Space | Capacity | Day Rate | Non-Profit Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | Virginia G. Piper Theater | 853 | $1,650 | $1,430 |
| Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | Stage 2 | 137 | $550 | $330 |
| Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | Dayton Fowler Grafman Atrium | 500 - 900 | $1,430 | $1,100 |
| Mezzanine Lounge | 30 - 120 | $330 | $110 |
| Center Space Gallery | 75 - 100 | $550 | $330 |
| SMoCA Lounge | 50 - 75 | $550 | $440 |
| Scottsdale Civic Center | 7,800 | $9,000 | $7,000 |
| Scottsdale Civic Center(East Bowl) | 2,700 | $3,300 | $2,800 |
| Scottsdale Civic Center(East Bowl Stage) | Varied | $2,700 | $2,000 |
| Scottsdale Civic Center (Central Lawn) | 2633 | $2,000 | $1,700 |
| Scottsdale Civic Center(360 Stage Center) | Varied | $2,000 | $1,870 |
| Scottsdale Civic Center (West Bowl) | 1975 | $2,000 | $1,700 |
| Scottsdale Civic Center (360 Stage West) | Varied | $1,800 | $1,530 |
Rates do not include labor and equipment expenses.
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The Scottsdale Civic Center will be under construction from October 2021 through December 2022.
We look forward to hosting your events on our newly renovated Scottsdale Civic Center in spring 2023.
All food related products and non-alcoholic beverage services must be provided by one of our Preferred Caterers. Catering arrangements must be contracted separately with each individual caterer.
All alcoholic beverage services must be provided and served by our exclusive alcohol manager. For alcoholic beverage services, please contact Director of Events Jamie Prins at 480-874-4697 or [email protected].
Rules and policies for renting Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and other on-site facilities.
A limited number of rental fee waivers are provided to local non-profit organizations in support of their events. To apply, download and submit the Non-Profit Rental Support Program Policy and Application.
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Rental Contact
Annie Parker
Facility Rentals Manager
Tel: 480-874-4604
Fax: 480-874-4655
[email protected]