Arizona Crab Fest, Scottsdale

If ever you've found yourself serving crab, you might have wondered what would be a good side dish for it. The Arizona Seafood Festival answers that question without hesitation: more crab. A celebration of all things seafood, the annual festival treats taste buds to some of the ocean's most hard-to-find delicacies. And, of course, lots and lots of crab. The festival punctuates its sea feast with land-based treats, plus contests and activities for kids anchored by an aquarium exhibit. Adults can whet their whistles on Wine Row with craft beers and wines, which are much tastier than of wringing out the beards of any sea captains in attendance.