The 8th Persian New Year Festival
Saturday, March 07, 2026, 14:00 -
Saturday, March 07, 2026, 21:00
Event duration 7 hours
VIP Tickets:
USD 241.65
About The 8th Persian New Year Festival
The 8th Annual Persian New Year Festival (PNYF) comes to the Scottsdale Waterfront on March 7, 2026, celebrating Nowruz with a full day of music, culture, food, and art. Each year, more than 5,000 guests join us for one of Arizona’s most vibrant cultural events.
Enjoy live performances, cultural showcases, interactive art, Persian cuisine, boutique vendors, a Kids’ Corner, our elegant Tea House, festive Beer Garden, and the exclusive VIP Lounge.
PNYF is a ticketed event, and your support helps us uplift artists, small businesses, and the beauty of Persian culture. Join us at the Waterfront to welcome the Persian New Year together.
Events Schedule
Saturday, March 07, 2026, 14:00
Saturday, March 07, 2026, 21:00
Event Categories
Cultural Celebrations
Seasonal & Holiday Events
Community Connections
The Persian New Year Festival
https://pnyf.org/
In 2019, co-founders Lawdan Shojaee and Shideh Doerr set out to bring the Persian New Year celebration to Arizona, recognizing the multicultural richness of Scottsdale. Their vision was to create a vibrant, community-driven festival that not only honored Persian traditions but also promoted cultural exchange and diversity. The Persian New Year Festival (PNYF) in Scottsdale has since become the premier cultural event celebrating Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Each year, the festival offers a rich cultural experience, immersing attendees in Persian traditions through music, dance, food, and art, while also featuring interactive activities that foster cross-cultural engagement. PNYF showcases the diversity and vibrancy of Persian culture, featuring both local and international artists, making it a key event for those seeking to learn about Persian heritage and celebrate its timeless traditions. In its seventh year, the festival has expanded its influence with Ehsan Matoori joining as the artistic director. His leadership has brought a fresh vision to the event, emphasizing creative programming that highlights the dynamic and multifaceted nature of Persian culture. PNYF is officially hosted by the City of Scottsdale, and it continues to grow as a significant cultural and economic contributor to the region, attracting both locals and tourists alike. For this year's festival at the Civic Center of Scottsdale, we’re expecting to welcome around 5,000 people, which is the maximum allowed under Scottsdale's Civic Center capacity.