Western Destinations

A wonderful place to eat, meet and drink local, DeSoto Central Market is a unique food hall that houses seven different vendors in one artisanal market environment. The market is housed in the historic DeSoto Building in downtown Phoenix, promoting urban renewal and historic preservation. The building was constructed in 1928 as the C.P. Stephens DeSoto Six Motorcars dealership, and has since been home to a diverse mix of businesses. DeSoto Central Market is located in the center of the Roosevelt Row arts district and is committed to creating a communal gathering place, while serving fresh farm-to-table food from local purveyors and craft cocktails, craft beers, and wine. The food hall concept regularly hosts events, caters and can also be rented out for private events. With community events and pop-up markets, DeSoto Central Market is committed to creating a gathering place heralding back to a time when the daily market was the heart of every city.

Red Mountain Ranch Country Club is a premier venue located in scenic Northeast Mesa. We offer 2 intimate outdoor ceremony sites, including the scenic 18th Fairway and classic Courtyard Rotunda. Our Overlook dining room provides a uniquely "Southwest" ambiance boasting mountain views, vibrant sunsets and panoramic city lights, unmatched anywhere in the Valley! Our professional, friendly staff will put your mind at ease and provide the picture-perfect backdrop for the wedding of your dreams!

Mesa Country Club is an ideal wedding ceremony and reception venue for anyone in Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, south Scottsdale or east Phoenix. Perfectly suited to accommodate magnificent large celebrations as well as unforgettable intimate events, Mesa Country Club provides a variety of stunning indoor and outdoor spaces to create the wedding of your dreams. With the sophistication of a storied private club, Mesa Country Club perfectly melds striking views, a convenient location, flexibly-priced menu options, and a 60+ year heritage as we make your dream day a success. Menus are planned and executed to perfection by our culinary team, and all details are personally cared for by our staff, giving you the freedom and peace of mind to truly enjoy your special day. PLEASE NOTE: You do NOT need to be a Member of Mesa Country Club to enjoy our exceptional wedding & event facilities.

Our hidden gem will surprise and delight you with our exceptional service, abundance of complimentary amenities, and the fascinating history from the days of Thunderbird Field. Our 134 upscale rooms are attractively decorated and filled with amenities to make your visit as comfortable and relaxing as home; including a mini refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a complimentary 24 hour snack lounge available to all of our hotel guests. To keep you connected during your stay at the Executive Inn, we also provide complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access in all guest rooms and free local calls and voicemail. You will find plenty of attractions near the Thunderbird Executive Inn for shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation. With Peoria Sports Complex and Surprise Stadium, the Spring Training homes of the San Diego Padres, Texas Rangers, Seattle Mariners, and Kansas City Royals, just minutes away, many of our guests plan their visit around baseball. In other seasons you can catch the Phoenix Coyotes in hockey action, or enjoy the gridiron battle of the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium, both located side by side just 15 minutes from our Glendale hotel. If shopping is on the agenda, the Tanger Outlets and Westgate Entertainment Center are nearby. With more than 40,000 square feet of meeting space, including six state-of-the-art auditoriums and 134 guest accommodations; our Glendale hotel is an exceptional location for events, conferences, seminars, or trade shows; to name a few. We look forward seeing you at Thunderbird Executive Inn.

We are Social Tap. The premiere destination for private events in Old Town Scottsdale. We have a strong emphasis on house-made American and Mexican cuisine with a focus on local craft beer. We believe that good food and drinks are meant to be shared with friends. With over 24 beers on tap, craft cocktails, and our scratch made menu, we can accommodate any size group and gathering. We are here to help you throw an amazing event whether it’s a business meeting, a casual gathering, or a formal celebration. Social Tap has four spaces available that can accommodate anywhere from 15-450 people. Flexibility paired with quality service are hallmarks of our private dining events. Our staff will work with you to ensure every details is taken care of before your guests arrive.

Nestled into the base of South Mountain, The Legacy sits on the most historic Dwight B. Heard estate in Phoenix, Arizona. Part of The Legacy Golf Resort, our many indoor and outdoor venues, along with our historic Sierra Vista House and surrounding grounds, provide an ideal setting for any special event. Let our team take care of all the details to eliminate all worries, so that you can focus on the fun and excitement of your big day. The Legacy is full of beautiful venues and options that will exceed all your expectations for both ceremony and reception sites. Our indoor venue options range from seating capacities of 80 to 250 people, and our outdoor options can host up to 300. We prefer catering in-house and work with a number of local vendors to provide fresh, delicious food your party will rave about, but also welcome outside caterers if desired. Multiple beautiful venues for wedding ceremonies and receptions allows us to appeal to all tastes and styles, making every event and unique and memorable experience. The convenience of being a part of The Legacy Golf Resort allows guest the opportunity to stay on-site, relax, and enjoy themselves without having to get caught up in the typical hustle and bustle of a wedding or big event. Leave the details to our team, and allow yourself to experience all that The Legacy has to offer!

Sonata’s Restaurant brings the “food is life” philosophy to Scottsdale. Using real, fresh and in-season ingredients to create traditional Old World cuisine with a touch of American flair. Sonata’s is dedicated to bringing the flavors and dining style of Europe to each of their guest’s table with every meal. The restaurant development team’s Lithuanian heritage combined with their prior successful restaurant experience, the chef’s innate ability to create dishes crafted with respect to tradition while adding his own take on each. Sonata’s stunning and upscale environment — created by COO and Chief Designer Deividas Molocajevas — meld seamlessly to ensure every guest that enters the restaurant feels right at home. Sonata’s was developed in part so owner Sonata Molocajeviene Tuft herself wouldn’t have to spend all day in the kitchen when she craved a taste of home — and now Scottsdale can have a taste of true European cuisine, too, without any of the work! We invite you to dine with us, drink with us and become part of our family — but don’t worry, we won’t make you do the dishes afterwards!

The Silver Star Theater is the Phoenix area’s premier dinner & show venue. It is a multi-million dollar facility that rivals its Las Vegas counterparts. The custom designed showroom features tiered seating with unobstructed views. The professional stage is augmented with state of the art sound and lights. You can refresh yourself with a cocktail in our spacious lobby bar prior to being seated for dinner and there is ample parking for cars and buses alike. All this combines to give our audiences an unequaled entertainment experience.