Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The complete lineup for the Out of the Park Music Festival in Surprise is set for March 21 at Mark Coronado Park. Hitmaker Russell Dickerson + country singer Niko Moon will headline the festival and ensure a lively close to spring training. Surprise Independent
- ➤ The Dysart Unified School District will host the free Dysart Festival of the Arts from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 7, at Valley Vista High School — showcasing performances by elementary, middle, and high school groups. Surprise Independent
- ➤ The Northwest Maricopa County League of Women Voters is hosting a tea and video screening of Elaine Bromka’s off-Broadway one-woman show (Tea for Three: Lady Bird, Pat and Betty) from 1 to 4:15 p.m. on Saturday, March 7 at The Colonnade at 19116 N. Colonnade Way; tickets cost $50. 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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Surprise Pickleball Tournament
Brackets to be determined — Surprise Community Park-Pickle Ball Courts — Registration required — Compete in women's, men's, and mixed doubles formats at this thrilling double elimination tournament.
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