Good Day
Glendale
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Glendale’s Parks and Recreation Department has relaunched its free REC on Wheels program to offer drop-off play with sports equipment for children after school—today, parents can visit Horizon Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with additional sessions scheduled later this month. Glendale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fiore Della Vita, an Italian-inspired coffee cart service (owned by Traci Randolph), offers unique organic coffee flavors at local events with a signature pumpkin spice tiramisu latte. Event organizers can book the service online to receive a custom proposal that adapts to different themes. CW7 Arizona
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Glendale Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host a drug take back event on Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the front parking lot of the Glendale Adult Center at 5970 W. Brown St.—residents can safely dispose of expired pills and capsules. Glendale Independent
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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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Arizona Fall Festival Volunteer Opportunity
All day — Local First Arizona — Free entry — Celebrate Arizona’s local flavor with vendors, food, and family fun at this eco-friendly festival.
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Arizona Jazz Festival featuring Al Green, Babyface, and Robin Thicke
12:00 – 8:00 pm — West Valley Events Complex — Ticketed event — Experience soulful performances from renowned artists in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Phoenix Speed Dating for Singles Age 50+
5:30-7:30 p.m. — PopStroke — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches and discover if love is in the air at this vibrant speed dating event.
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