Good morning, Surprise.

The city of Surprise will host Vet Fest on Saturday, April 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Surprise Stadium to bring together veterans, military families and supporters with live music, vendor booths and military vehicle displays.

Smoothie King held a ribbon cutting on March 5 at 16427 W.

Cactus Road (Suite 127) with city council members and had a soft opening on March 9; its public grand opening is set for Saturday, Mar. 28. It is the first West Valley store among 10 in Phoenix.

Developers plan to build Prasada East—an upscale power center featuring a Whole Foods store—at the southeast corner of Sarival and Waddell near Village of Prasada, with the project set to open within the next year.

Grand Music Club Grand Singers and Chorale will present a spring concert titled “This Is America!” at The Grand’s Sonoran Plaza Ballroom (19753 N.

Remington Drive) on Saturday, Mar. 28 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Mar. 29 at 3 p.m., featuring 100 voices honoring America ahead of its 250th birthday.

Arizona lawmakers advanced Senate Bill 1424, which will require public and charter schools to offer annual firearms safety training for K-12 students starting in the 2027-28 school year.

The bill, awaiting final House approval and lacking additional funding, directs the education department & state agencies to develop the curriculum.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Foodie Fest West

4-10 p.m. — Mark Coronado Park — Indulge in amazing eats from local vendors and food trucks at this ultimate foodie event.