Packing Tips
Expected Weather
Early November in Paradise Valley, AZ, features pleasant, sunny, and dry weather, ideal for outdoor activities. Days are warm with highs typically in the mid-70s°F to low-80s°F, while nights are cool, often dropping to the high 40s°F or low 50s°F.
Suggested Clothing and Accessories
Pack short-sleeved shirts for the day and long-sleeved shirts, sweaters, or jackets for the chilly mornings and evenings. ven in November, the sun is strong, so pack sunscreen and sunglasses.
Apps and Resources
Event App
Stay tuned for the C-Store Women app that will be available for download on the Apple store and Google Play store soon!
City Resources
For a comprehensive guide to public information, news, recreation, safety, and more. Click the button below to access the Paradise Valley city website.
Local Dining
Hearth '61
Taste modern American fare made with beautiful, seasonal ingredients as you watch the chefs prepare your meal in the stunning exhibition kitchen. Dine inside or grab a seat on the scenic patio and admire the mountain views.
Rusty's at the Short Course
Enjoy the Camelback Mountain views after a game on the Short Course with this patio and lounge serving classic style.
Pool Side Dining
Refreshing cocktails, chaise lounges, and private cabanas offer gorgeous views of Camelback Mountain and the surrounding desert while you bask in the Arizona sun.
Things to Do
Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Taliesin West
Frank Lloyd Wright’s desert camp, Taliesin West, is located in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains. For those interested in the spaces where the Fellowship lived and worked, and how Taliesin West evolved over time, take the Behind-the-Scenes Tour.
Phoenix Art Museum
Visit the Phoenix Art Museum, presenting art from across the centuries and the globe, bringing a new world of art and experiences.
Kierland Shopping Commons
Kierland Commons is North Scottsdale's premier open-air shopping and dining destination, home to over 80 specialty retailers and restaurants.
Desert Botanical Garden
The Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cactus, trees and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres in Phoenix, Arizona.
Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Options
Event Sustainability
Informa Connect is dedicated to creating experiences that deliver positive impact while minimizing environmental footprint. By attending C-Store Women, participants will not just gain valuable industry knowledge and connections, but they will also support a more sustainable future for their industries.
Eco-Friendly Transportation
Eco-friendly transportation in Paradise Valley, AZ, revolves around utilizing electric vehicles (EVs), regional public transit, and active commuting to reduce emissions. Key options include utilizing Valley Metro’s electric bus fleet and supporting initiatives by Arizona Forward for increased EV charging infrastructure. Residents and visitors can adopt sustainable, low-emission travel by using, or shifting to, alternatives like biking and walking.
Hotel Eco-Friendly Initatives
Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale features eco-conscious design elements like historic shade-providing "haver blocks" in new construction. The resort also invests in sustainability efforts, including the repurposing of original, functional concrete blocks and a new water filtration station for guests.

































