Good morning, Surprise.

Surprise’s Countryside Recreation Center will host a Halloween Monster Bash on Friday, Oct.

24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 15038 N. Parkview Place with dancing, games, arts and crafts, STEM activities, snacks and a costume contest. The event costs $5 for residents and $7 for non-residents, while children aged 2 and under are free + pre-registration is required due to limited space.

Independent Newsmedia has released its 2026 Scenic Arizona Calendar for $5 each, two for $8, or five for $15—orders can be placed by calling 623-972-6101, and the calendar features work by local photographers from Sun City, Scottsdale, Fountain Hills and more.

On Oct. 18th, thousands gathered along Bell Road in the Northwest Valley for a series of 10 peaceful No Kings protests, with organizers estimating 8,061 participants across several intersections from Phoenix — Surprise to Glendale and Peoria.

Local organizers said the demonstrations joined a nationwide effort to challenge political leadership.

Open the Floodgates of Heaven Revival Crusade 2025

7 a.m.-7 p.m. — Surprise Stadium — Free entry — Experience a divine revival gathering uniting churches, ministries, and businesses in Christ's love.

Fire and Fjord with Guest Soloist Cathal Breslin The Vista, Surprise AZ

Tickets sale at noon on Wednesday, September 17. New Music Director Daniel Wiley has put together an exciting season featuring Breslin's piano solo, Grieg's Piano Concerto, and including music with an embodiment of sweeping Nordic color!

Fire and Fjord with Guest Soloist Cathal Breslin The Vista, Surprise AZ

Tickets sale at noon on Wednesday, September 17. New Music Director Daniel Wiley has put together an exciting season featuring Breslin's piano solo, Grieg's Piano Concerto, and including music with an embodiment of sweeping Nordic color!