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Glendale
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Historic Downtown Glendale and Catlin Court will host the annual Sidewalk Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 11. The event brings sales from local boutiques on fashion, jewelry, and home goods (with local restaurants offering varied dining options) for a walkable weekend. Glendale Independent
- ➤ Thunderbird Conservation Park in Glendale is getting trailhead improvements to add new restrooms, shade structures and signage. One trailhead (59th Avenue) closed on April 6 will remain shut until December while all sites are projected to reopen in February 2027. The Glendale Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Glendale announced its 2026–27 Performing Arts Grant application window and has been accepting applications since April 1 (applications close May 31). The grant will support music, theatre, dance and spoken word projects with performances planned from Sept. 1 to Aug. 31. Glendale Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Glendale Prep’s Metal Masters (the robotics team that won the state championship last month) will compete at the FIRST Championship in Houston later this month; the team is refining its high-speed robot and relying on student-led innovation to advance on the global stage. The Glendale Star
- ➤ Glendale Community College will house the new regional security operations center selected by the Arizona Department of Homeland Security as part of a statewide cybersecurity program, leveraging its student-run lab to build the region’s cybersecurity workforce. KTAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is widening Loop 101 from 75th Ave to Interstate 17 and will close the freeway’s westbound lane from Apr. 10 to Apr. 12. Drivers should use alternate routes during the project. Glendale Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Camelback Ranch achieved its best box office since COVID during 2026 spring training. Dodgers games drew an average of 10,322 fans while White Sox attendance increased 12.9% to 5,155 per game, with a total of 232,155 fans attending. Glendale Independent
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Tacos and Low Lows Music Festival
2 PM - 10 PM — West Valley Events Complex — Free entry — Feast on delicious tacos while grooving to the hottest low rider music.
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Bruno Mars Concert
7-9 p.m. — State Farm Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience live music from Bruno Mars as he showcases his creativity from the 'A Song For Every Moon' project.
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Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures
7-10 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Check for ticket pricing — Hit the road with Mickey Mouse and friends for an exciting adventure on ice.
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Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures
7-10 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticketed entry — Experience the magical journey as Mickey Mouse and friends take you on an adventure of a lifetime.
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Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures
3-5 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Tickets required — Embark on a magical journey with Mickey Mouse and friends in this exciting ice skating adventure.
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Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures
3-6 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Tickets required — Experience the excitement as Disney characters embark on a whimsical adventure on ice.
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Charlie Puth Concert
7-9 PM — Arizona Financial Theatre — Ticket info available — Experience Charlie Puth live with special guests Daniel Seavey & Ally Salort on their world tour.
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Monster Jam
4:00 – 6:15 PM — State Farm Stadium — Enjoy thrilling monster truck action with Ashley Wineland performing the national anthem.
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Third Day 30th Anniversary Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Tickets required — Celebrate the legacy of Third Day as they reunite for an unforgettable evening of Christian music.
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Hatsune Miku Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating virtual diva live on stage.
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