Category: Travel

Glendale’s Seasonal Events Usher in Autumn

By Visit Glendale on Oct. 16, 2017

The fall is the best time of year in Arizona, and nowhere is that more evident than in Glendale this October. Whether you’re a shopaholic, a foodie, an outdoors enthusiast, or all of the above, you’ll find great fall activities in Glendale. Downtown Glendale will host the 21 st Annual Front Porch…

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Happy Trails: Fall is a perfect time to explore Glendale’s trail system

By Visit Glendale on Sep. 18, 2017

Did you know that Glendale has 40 miles of trails within city limits? You may know about the beautifully-preserved Thunderbird Conservation Park (TCP), which is a very popular destination for hikers in the Valley. But in addition to that, the linear parks in Glendale are a wonderful amenity that…

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14th Annual Teddy Bear Day in Glendale, AZ

By Visit Glendale on Aug. 21, 2017

Glendale, AZ has been home to a locally owned family business, Bears & More, for 26 years. Owners Valerie and Linda Burner's love of bears gave them the inspiration to create a day to celebrate how special cuddly bears can be to our community. This day came to be known as “Teddy Bear Day” and 14…

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West Valley Gives

By Visit Glendale on Jun. 12, 2017

The West Valley Gives treasure walk and rally was envisioned and created last year to give back to the community. Visit Glendale, Westmarc and the University of Phoenix Stadium have been working together for months on a high-profile rally and treasure walk to help those in need in our community as…

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TOP 5 TIPS WHEN HIKING

By Visit Glendale on Apr. 26, 2017

Whether you’re an outdoor warrior and hike throughout each season or a visitor seeing the beauty of Thunderbird Park for the first time, there’s no better place to experience the majestic scenery of Arizona’s West Valley. Thunderbird Conservation Park features 1,185 acres and 15 miles of multi-use…

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5 Reasons to Travel to the West Valley For Memorial Day Weekend

By Visit Glendale on May 26, 2016

[caption id="attachment_865" align="aligncenter" width="470"] photo: casita at The Wigwam [/caption] Yes, the temperature is rising, but that's no reason to retreat! There is still lots of fun to be had in Glendale, Peoria, Surprise and beyond; here's some inspiration to get out and explore and relax…

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Vintage Lovers Gather in Glendale Friday-Saturday for Front Porch Pickins Vintage & Handmade Market

By Visit Glendale on Apr. 05, 2016

When you think of front porches, you think of Historic Catlin Court in downtown Glendale, right? Many of those front porches in the area are early-century homes converted to shops that sell everything from eclectic fashionable finds to vintage and rustic home décor. Anyone who loves shopping in…

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Tolmachoff

By Visit Glendale on Jun. 05, 2015

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRUSh0CiCRg&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRUSh0CiCRg&list=UUM4JgtMrZO0lJoGWfJXUZSg TOLMACHOFF FARMS U-PICK GARDEN Tolmachoff Farm's U-Pick garden will be open for the month of June Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays ONLY from 8 am to noon You pay…

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Top Restaurants in the West Valley Near Spring Training Ballparks

By Visit Glendale on Mar. 12, 2015

Before and after leaving the ballpark, you are searching for either a place for a quick tasty bite, or a great sit-down spot to enjoy the unique area offerings. Look no more! We have a list of some of the best places near the West Valley ballparks to satisfy that hunger. In no particular order:…

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15 Cool Things About Camelback Ranch Glendale

By Visit Glendale on Feb. 20, 2015

Novelty reigns at Camelback Ranch-Glendale (CBR-G). Best described as a campus rather than a complex, a park rather than a facility, the non-traditional look and feel is what fans notice first, a sun-bathed, 141-acre baseball paradise. The results are eye-popping, an aesthetic home run and a…

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