Name: Fastball Comedy Festival
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-18

Welcome to Benihana, home of the original hibachi experience. Our Scottsdale restaurant is located in The Promenade at the corner of Scottsdale Rd. and Frank Lloyd Wright Drive. Temple. Indulge in the latest additions to our menu: $3, $6, $9 Happy Hour, Taste of Benihana and Wagyu of the World. Be sure to ask your server about our limited-time offers, highlighting the flavors of the season.

Benihana Scottsdale

Across Latin America, food is more than a meal. It's a celebration that's shared, savored and enjoyed. No one knows this better than acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval. Offering culinary adventures that weave in unexpected Japanese and Chinese-Peruvian influences, Toro is a celebration for the senses—from wok dishes to Brazilian churrasco sushi, ceviche and beyond and serves all day fare for lunch and dinner. This vibrant gathering spot features a spacious patio with sunset views of the McDowell Mountains and the famed 18th hole of the TPC Stadium Course (home to the PGA tour's WM Phoenix Open), and is a fun spot to gather for locals and golfers alike.

Toro Scottsdale

Choose-your-own-meatball and build-your-own charcuterie board experience complete with hand-rolled meatballs and saucy attitude, fresh-made pastas and Italian butcher-style meats. The modern-casual meatball and butchery-inspired concept is the first of its kind to launch in Phoenix. Brought by visionaries and operators of Tomaso's Italian Restaurant, Tomaso's When in Rome, Hash Kitchen, and The Sicilian Baker. The Sicilian Butcher is a chef-driven neighborhood restaurant developed by Celebrity Chef Joey Maggiore, his wife and lead designer Cristina Maggiore, business partner Flora Tersigni and creative team led by Freddy Nguyen.

The Sicilian Butcher & Bakery

Savor melt-in-your-mouth filet mignon and hand-cut tuna tartare, or try the likes of fresh Alaskan king crab and black truffle mac and cheese. The brainchild of James Beard award-winning Chef Michael Mina, this AAA Four Diamond restaurant presents the pinnacle of steakhouse experiences ideal for truly memorable special occasions. Indulge in a tantalizing menu with modern fare featuring the finest cuts of beef, poultry, and fish, all slow-poached in butter, grilled and finished over seasoned wood-fueled flames. Signature classics include the Maine Lobster Pot Pie, Jidori Chicken, American Kobe Beef Filet and Certified All-Natural Angus Beef. Family-friendly dining is available. Also featuring newly renovated sleek bar and lounge as well as outdoor patio and fireside terrace seating, semi-private dining rooms, and a 4,200-bottle wine cellar.

Bourbon Steak at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

Set against the backdrop of Arizona's McDowell Mountains, the AAA Five Diamond Fairmont Scottsdale Princess reflects its Southwestern setting through Spanish colonial-style architecture, expansive plazas, and lush, flower-filled gardens. The resort features 750 guest rooms, including 66 Fairmont Gold rooms and 122 Privado Studios and Villas. Guests can enjoy six temperature-controlled swimming pools, including a white sand beach, as well as the luxurious 44,000-square-foot Well & Being Spa featuring Sisley-Paris Spa. The property also offers 316,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space, championship golf at adjacent TPC Scottsdale, Camp Trailblazers, and personalized concierge services, creating memorable experiences for guests of all ages. The resort's culinary collection includes Bourbon Steak, a AAA Four Diamond steakhouse by acclaimed chef Michael Mina; modern Mexican cuisine at La Hacienda by Richard Sandoval; Ironwood American Kitchen, featuring local, organic, and sustainable favorites for the whole family; and Toro Scottsdale at TPC Scottsdale, serving Latin-inspired cuisine overlooking the golf course. Guests can also gather at The Plaza Bar for handcrafted cocktails in Princess Plaza.

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

Enjoy elevated comfort food rooted in Arizona's farmland heritage. Ironwood American Kitchen serves up plates using the season's freshest flavors and highest-quality ingredients, including organic fruits, heirloom vegetables, sustainable pasture-raised meats, heritage grains, and farmstead cheeses. We partner with farmers and artisans across the state to bring you the season's finest organic produce, dairy, meat and authentically crafted beverages. Whether seeking to satisfy daily cravings or indulge in a culinary adventure, our Chefs invite you to discover their unique local inspirations showcased throughout the menu.

Ironwood American Kitchen at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

From fresh guacamole crafted tableside and served alongside an unmatched selection of tequilas and agave cocktails to slow-braised pork carnitas with sweet corn and habanero, La Hacienda offers traditional upscale Mexican fare infused with innovation. Beehive fireplaces, Spanish architecture, and a starlit patio only elevate the stunning experience. Richard Sandoval brings the vibrant flavors and ingredients of Mexico into the culinary spotlight, combining the bold taste of classic Mexican cuisine with timeless European cooking techniques. This lighter, ingredient-driven approach showcases a bold new taste for La Hacienda. With over 200+ varietals of tequila, our signature flaming coffees and traditional suckling pig roast, come see what we mean by "Old Ways, New Hands."

La Hacienda at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

Located in the heart of Scottsdale near world class shopping and golf, Sheraton Desert Oasis features spacious one-and two-bedroom villa rentals with a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette, comfortable living and dining areas, separate bedroom(s), washer/dryer, free wireless Internet and much more. Discover fantastic amenities including a 4,500-sq.-ft. heated pool with waterfalls, fitness center, poolside bar and grill, and game room/arcade. The family fun activities are great for all! Sheraton Desert Oasis is truly the perfect accommodation for your next family vacation!

Sheraton Desert Oasis Villas

It's time to go beyond. Follow trails that reveal mighty mountaintops. Wander among iconic landscapes beneath picture-perfect skies. Let the Sonoran Desert be your guide to limitless adventure.

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The first-ever Fastball Comedy Festival takes over Sloan Park for two nights of outdoor stand-up comedy, Oct. 17–18, 2026. The star-studded lineup features Bill Burr, Tom Segura, and Rachel Feinstein on Saturday, followed by Dave Chappelle and Andrew Santino on Sunday, plus additional performers and surprise guests.

The festival transforms the Spring Training ballpark into a comedy destination with multiple stages, food and drinks, merchandise and entertainment throughout the weekend. This is an 18+ and cell phone-free event.

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