Desert Design Week, an exciting celebration of design, art, and architecture, is set to return to the Valley for its second edition from April 3-12, 2025. This 10-day event, which debuted in October 2024, aims to showcase creativity and promote innovative design across a wide variety of mediums.
The festival features a series of curated events including art gallery pop-ups, architecture and design exhibitions, open studios, and immersive experiences, providing opportunities for attendees to connect and collaborate with others who share a passion for design. Ticket prices for the event range from free to $250.
The inaugural series drew over 800 attendees to eight events across Phoenix and Scottsdale, and the April 2025 edition promises to be even bigger, offering design enthusiasts more opportunities to immerse themselves in the world of art and architecture.
Inspired by events like Modernism Week in Palm Springs, Desert Design Week aims to grow and expand with each edition, offering a platform for independent organizers to host their own gatherings as part of the larger celebration. Below are just a few of the upcoming festivities taking place during Desert Design Week.
THE BAZAAR FIRST DIBS SMYTH HOUSE x DESERT STYLE AZ
April 3, 5- 8 p.m.
Be the first to experience Smyth House Interior Design + Atelier, a design showcase featuring art, furniture and decor. Get first dibs on one-of-a-kind designer-curated goods, handcrafted objects, and a pop-up art gallery curated in collaboration with Desert Style AZ. Featuring 20+ artists exhibiting original and exclusive works, this is your chance to claim something truly special before the public event.
LE FAWNHAWK: DESERT ALCHEMY An Immersive Pop-Up Experience at Amery Bohling Gallery
April 4, 5:30-8:30 PM
Desert Alchemy is an immersive experience that bridges fine art, fashion, sculpture, and photography, drawing inspiration from the raw elegance of the desert and the enduring spirit of pioneers like Georgia O’Keeffe. The exhibition serves as a meditation on presence—how we move through space, how art transforms us, and how the desert, vast and unknowable, leaves an indelible imprint on the soul.
SMYTH HOUSE BAZAAR April 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Join us for the Smyth House Bazaar a showcase of art, furniture and decor. Find one-of-a kind designer curated goods, handcrafted objects, and a pop-up art gallery curated in collaboration with Desert Style AZ. Featuring 20+ artists and original and exclusive works.
A SPRING AFFAIR WITH CHEF REILLY MEEHAN April 6, 12-2 p.m.
With his signature blend of culinary skill and witty humor, Chef Reilly Meehan will serve spring-forward bites and sips from his highly anticipated cookbook, A Little Bit Extra, hitting shelves in 2026. Hosted by celebrated architectural designer and preservation advocate Joel Contreras, this event offers an exclusive look at Joel’s historic property in the Alvarado Historic District. Enjoy a DJ spinning vinyl, mingle with creatives and influencers, and immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind celebration of food, design, and architecture.
DESIGN NOTES | Design Panel with Cameron Custom April 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Join us for Design Notes, an evening of wine, conversation, and design. Led by Cammie Beckert of Cameron Custom, this panel will bring together top architects, interior designers, and landscape designers to discuss what it takes to build a brand that stands out, create an exceptional client experience, and collaborate for cohesive, stunning design.
RED MODERN SUNSET HOUR April 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind sunset hour set against the stunning backdrop of Camelback Mountain. Hosted in a beautiful outdoor space, with a pop-up by Red Modern, this evening will feature, art, design, architecture, live music, refreshments, and bites by Más Amable. This event is benefiting the Wilson Dream Foundation and will include art for sale from Wilson School District students.
ART + ARCHITECTURE HOME TOUR April 12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Step inside stunning spaces in Phoenix and Scottsdale on this exclusive Art & Architecture Tour. The curated experience will take you through a mix of architecturally significant homes, a brand-new design-led development, and a designer’s residence, all brought to life with site-specific art installations from guest artists.
Desert Design Week offers something for everyone, from design professionals to art enthusiasts, and continues to evolve as a premier destination for those who appreciate the intersection of creativity and architecture. To explore the full event schedule and purchase tickets, visit desertdesignweek.com.
