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Surprise
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Surprise is seeking sponsors for the upcoming Vet Fest, which will honor military service members + connect them with veteran resources; the event will be held 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 11 at Surprise Stadium (15850 N. Bullard Ave.). Surprise Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The All Stars Big Band returns to the I & J Fountain Restaurant on W. Bell Road from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, March 6 following a sellout debut in January. The 17-member band, led by Director Duane Moore, will perform timeless Big Band era music. Surprise Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Salt River Project’s Board of Directors will vote on a summer rate decrease on March 26, which will lower residential bills by about $5 a month starting with the May billing cycle. ABC15
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The eighth annual Surprise spring training 5K and 1K fun run honors America’s 250th birthday and begins at 7 p.m. Friday, March 6 at Surprise Stadium. Participants will run a scenic route through Community Park and the Tennis and Raquet Complex before finishing at the ballpark. Surprise Independent
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Kansas City Royals vs. San Francisco Giants
6:05 AM – 4:05 PM — Surprise Stadium — Tickets available — Witness the excitement of Cactus League Spring Training as the Giants take on the Royals.
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Padres vs. Rangers Spring Training Game
11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Surprise Stadium — Check website for ticket pricing — Enjoy the Padres battle the Rangers on Sensory Awareness Day with family-friendly festivities.
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Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Kansas City Royals Spring Training
11:05 AM – 6:35 PM — Surprise Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of Cactus League Spring Training as the Dodgers take on the Royals.
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Spring Training: Rockies vs. Royals
5:05 AM – 12:35 PM — Surprise Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting clash between the Rockies and Royals during Cactus League Spring Training in the heart of Arizona.
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Spencer's Place 5K Fun Run
8-11 a.m. — Heritage Club — Fundraising event — Support an inclusive workforce while enjoying a fun run in Surprise.
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Wednesday Night Doubles
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Tennis and Raquet Complex Parking — $7.50 — Enjoy a social tennis experience with randomly matched opponents for all skill levels.
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