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Surprise
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Surprise will host Dino Day on Friday, April 17 at DreamCatcher Park (14534 W. Tierra Buena Lane), featuring fossil digs, games and two 30-minute dinosaur shows at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. organized by the Parks and Recreation Department and Dino Crew Entertainment. Surprise Independent
- ➤ A local nonprofit is offering a free training program for pastors and faith leaders focused on caregiving and aging (The Silent Crisis of Caregiving) at Benevilla’s main campus. The course aims to help clergy support congregants caring for older relatives. Surprise Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Surprise is hosting a free outdoor art sketching tour led by Rae Wilson on Thursday, Mar. 12 from 9 a.m. to noon, starting at the Surprise Regional Library lobby and continuing at Surprise Community Park where sketch supplies are provided for all ages. Surprise Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Business leaders at the annual City to City Update hosted by the West Valley Regional Chamber outlined plans for new retail development and downtown revitalization that will benefit the region. Officials from Avondale, Goodyear, Surprise and nearby cities stressed that regional teamwork is driving fast growth (a shared approach). Surprise Independent
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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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