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Glendale
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On October 16, Westgate Village in Glendale and Vista del Rio in Peoria will host an Oktoberfest celebration featuring a chef-prepared German menu, festive music, and raffle entries—events open to residents, families, and partners from 4 to 7 p.m. that support local charities. Glendale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Glendale Chamber of Commerce announced on Oct. 7 that it has named Zach Yentzer as its new CEO and he will begin his role in November. Yentzer comes from Southern Arizona—where he led business advocacy—and he will work to boost the chamber’s role in driving local economic growth. Glendale Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Fall League started Monday night with a 4-3 win by the Peoria Javelinas over the Scottsdale Scorpions at Scottsdale Stadium—showing emerging MLB talent—and all six teams will play most days until November 12. Glendale Independent
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PBR Camping World Team Series - Ridge Rider Days
3:30-5:30 a.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo action with head-to-head competition.
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PBR Teams: Ridge Rider Days
11:45 AM – 2:15 PM — Desert Diamond Arena — Cost TBA — Experience the thrill of professional bull riding at one of America's fastest-growing sports events.
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Run Against Breast Cancer 5K/10K/13.1
7:30-10:30 a.m. — Grand Canal Linear Park — Check website for registration fees — Lace up and make a difference while raising awareness for breast cancer.
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Halloween Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival
5-6:30 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling display of hot air balloons amidst a fun-filled Halloween atmosphere with activities for the whole family.
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Harry Potter Halloween Celebration
10 AM – 5 PM — English Rose Tea Room — $35 – $70 — Experience a magical Halloween with Potter-themed tea, entertainment, and trivia.
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IP Utility Safety Conference & Expo
9:30 AM-6:00 PM — Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center — Paid entry — Engage in three days of safety-focused discussions and networking for utility professionals.
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RocktoberFest
6:00 – 11:59 PM — Desert Diamond Casino - West Valley — Cost not specified — Celebrate Oktoberfest with food, fun, and rock 'n roll festivities.
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Halloween Trick or Trot Run
7:30-10:30 a.m. — Grand Canal Linear Park — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a 5K, 10K, or half marathon with a spooky twist and some free Halloween candy afterward.
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Salute to Veterans Marathon
3:00 PM – 6:59 AM — Glendale Heroes Regional Park — Free entry — Honor our heroes with a race through picturesque trails to celebrate Veterans Day.
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Arizona Jazz Festival with Charlie Wilson and Friends
12-10 PM — West Valley Events Complex — Friday Pass Only — Enjoy a night filled with soulful jazz performances from renowned artists including Charlie Wilson and Anthony Hamilton.
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