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Programs and services in our city!
Programs, parks, services and events in our city!
DON’T MISS OUT!
HOLIDAY LIGHTS
November 29–January 1
Downtown Buckeye and Sundance Park
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
November 29
Downtown Buckeye
HOW TO REGISTER
FOR RECREATION PROGRAMS
GO TO BUCKEYEAZ.GOV/REC
CLICK THE REGISTRATION BUTTON
Locate the button at the top of any page. Clicking it will redirect you to an external site to initiate the registration process. Ensure you have an online account before registering for any programs.
LOG IN OR CREATE AN ACCOUNT
Enter your username and password, then click “login.” If you don’t have an account, choose “Create account.”
When creating an account, be sure to select “Add member” to include additional members in your household. Participants must be added during account creation for sign-up options to be available.
SEARCH FOR PROGRAMS AND REGISTER
After logging in, use the search option to find programs by category, keywords, or activity number.
Once you’ve chosen a class, click the green plus sign, then select “Add to Cart” at the bottom of the screen. Add family members and continue shopping as needed.
Click “Proceed” to check out and pay for your selected programs.
Register Online for Recreation Programs:
Registrations also accepted in person at:
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Sundance Recreation Center
REFUND POLICY: All program cancellation/refund requests must be submitted at least 4 days prior to the start date of the program unless otherwise noted. Cancellation requests due to medical reasons not submitted 4 days in advance are required to provide documentation to receive a pro-rated refund. All requests are subject to a $2 cancellation fee.
RECREATION LOCATIONS
AC Aquatics Center 207 N. 9th Street
BALES Bales Elementary School 25400 W. Maricopa Road
BES Buckeye Elementary School 210 S. 6th Street
BUHS Buckeye High School 1000 E. Narramore Avenue
EE Earl Edgar Park 500 S. Miller Road
FESTFH Festival Foothills Elementary 26252 W. Desert Vista Boulevard
HRTGPK Heritage Park 809 N. 1st Street
HS Human Services 110 E. Irwin Aveue
IN Inca Elementary Gym 23600 W. Durango Street
JES Jasinksi Elementary 4280 S. 246th Avenue
RC Dr. Saide Recreation Center 1003 E. Eason Avenue M–F, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
SES Sundance Elementary School 23800 W. Hadley Street
SKYLN Skyline Regional Park 2600 N. Watson Road
SRC Sundance Recreation Center 21765 W. Yuma Road M–F, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sa, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SUNPK Sundance Park 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road
TES Tartesso Elementary Gym 29677 W. Indianola Avenue
TP Town Park 207 N. 9th Street
TSP Tartesso Sports Park W. Tartesso Parkway
WPES Westpark Elementary Gym 2700 S. 257th Drive
YHS Youngker High School 3000 S. Apache Road
NOVEMBER–DECEMBER
2025
NEW FORMAT! Check out all of the QR codes for registration and sign-ups
MOVIES IN THE PARK
November 1 // Tartesso Sports Park
November 8 // Sundance Park
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a movie in some of the amazing parks here in Buckeye. You and your family will enjoy food trucks, activities and giveaways by our Community Services Department at each Movie in the Park.
COTTON FEST
November 29, 3–8 p.m. // Monroe Avenue
Enjoy a street fair filled with unique creations from local artisans, one-of-a-kind indie crafts, and a classic car show the whole family will love. Then gather at 6th Street Plaza as we light up the night with a Tree Lighting Ceremony!
HOLIDAY LIGHTS
November 29–January 1
Downtown Buckeye and Sundance Park
Get in the holiday spirit as Buckeye decks out with dazzling holiday light displays. Plus, swing by Sundance Park for the final year of our magical Candy Land adventure!
LIBRARY LOCATIONS
Coyote Library
21699 W. Yuma Road, Suite 116
M/W, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
T/Th, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
F/Sa, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Downtown Library
310 N. 6th Street
M/W, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
T/Th, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
F/Sa, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
SEN BUCKEYE SENIOR CENTER
201 E. Centre Avenue
M–F, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
BUCKEYE VALLEY MUSEUM
116 E. MC 85
W/F, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
See online calendar for Special Saturdays
SANTA LETTERS
December 1–December 16
Drop off Santa letters at one of the designated North Pole mailboxes to receive a response back from Santa!
GLOW ON MONROE
December 13, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Monroe Avenue
Experience the magic of the Electric Light Parade with dazzling holiday lights on fire trucks, horse-drawn carriages, vintage vehicles, and festive marching bands.
Visit our website to learn more about events in Buckeye
R ECREATION RECREATION
SENIOR SPORTS
RUSTY SPURS SOCIAL SOFTBALL
Ages 50+, $50 – M/F December 8, 2025-March 27, 2026
ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES
CO-ED ADULT SOFTBALL
Ages 18+, $350 R/$375 NR Fridays, January 5-February 6, 2026 and Sundays, January 4-February 8, 2026
YOUTH SPORTS
YOUTH BASKETBALL
Ages 9-17, $60 – January 10-February 7, 2026
SPECIAL OLYMPIC SPORTS SOCCER
Ages 8+, $10 R/$20 NR – T/W October 28-December 3
Registration and Additional Information
We are in search of instructors for Tai Chi, Gymnastics, Senior Aerobics and Youth Boxing. Contact Michael Alvarez at 623-349-6350 or malvarez@buckeyeaz.gov for more information.
FITNESS, SPORTS, AND OTHER CLASSES
MARTIAL ARTS
• Judo
• Goju Ryu Karate
FENCING
• Fencing
RACQUET SPORTS
• Pickleball
• Totally Tennis
DOG TRAINING
• Dog Training Group Class
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\ Intermediate
\ Advanced PARKOUR
• Youth Parkour
WINTER BREAK
CAMP
DECEMBER 22–JANUARY 2
Closed December 24–25 and January 1
Register in-person at Dr. Saide or Sundance Recreation Center starting NOVEMBER 3
GYMNASTICS
• Steppin’ Out Tumbling
DANCE
• Tap/Ballet
• Hip Hop Dance
• Hip Hop/Cheer
• Tiny Tot Ballet & Tumble
• Fairytale Ballet
SPECIAL INTEREST CLASSES
• RC Flying 101
• Ninja Warrior
SPORTS CLASSES
• Little Sluggerz
• Little Kickerz
• Little All Starz
6:00 A.M.–6:30 P.M.
John McCain Elementary School 3170 S. 247th Avenue, Buckeye $25 per day
5–14 (K–8th grade)
LIFE SKILLS AND HOBBIES
VISUAL ARTS
• Art for Little Hands
• Creative Artists
• Art Masters (18+)
• Drawing 101 (18+)
• Stained Glass 101 (18+)
PAINTING
• Canvas Kidz
• Paint N Sip (18+)
CERAMICS
• Beginning Ceramics for Youth
• Introduction to Clay
• Ceramics (18+)
MUSIC AND THEATER
• Musical Minis
• Beginning Musical Theater
• Musical Theater Workshop
• The Singing Scene
• Intro to Guitar
Registration and Additional Information
REGISTRATION OPEN!
Register In-Person at Dr. Saide
Recreation Center or SRC
AGES 3–5
RECREATION ACTIVITIES
• Little Turkeys
• Elf Kidz Workshop
• Family Bingo
• Polar Express
• Winter Wonderland Kidz
• Adult Academy Bunco
• Curious Minds
• Robotics Frenzy
• Culinary Creations Lab
OUTDOOR PROGRAMS
For all nature programs, closed toed shoes, sun protection and water are required.
• Full Moon Hike
• 24-Hour Desert Survival
• Veteran’s Day Hike to the Summit
• Jingle Bell Hike
• Hiking Yoga
• Skyline’s Hike of the Month
• Backpacking 101
• Archery 101
August–May | 9 a.m.–Noon
Located at Dr. Saide Recreation Center, $55/week
AGES K–8TH
2025–2026 School Year
Located at all schools in the Buckeye and Saddle Mountain Elementary School Districts
TEEN DROP
COMMUNITY EVENTS
DUTCH OVEN COOKING
November 15 Skyline Park
9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. $55 per person
Join RR Catering for a hands-on class where you’ll learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking. Team up to make delicious dishes and fresh bread from scratch. A fun, flavorful experience you won’t want to miss!
JINGLE BELL HIKE
ELVES ON THE TRAIL
December 18–24 Red-Tailed Hawk Trail 8 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE
Oh no! Naughty elves have escaped and are hiding all over our trails! Can you help us find them? Write down their names so we can send them back to the Big Guy in time for the holidays.
December 20 Discovery Point
10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE
Celebrate the season with festive crafts, hot chocolate, holiday music, and a special photo with the Big Guy himself! But watch out, rumor has it the green grump might show up and try to steal the fun! Registration opens December 1.
JURASSIC HIKE
January 17 Discovery Point 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE
Step back in time at Skyline to the age of the DINOSAUR! Come out and have a blast making crafts, seeing reptiles up close, and getting a photo-op with the prehistoric beasts. Registration opens January 1.
ROADRUNNER BOOKMOBILE
On the road delivering services to your community! Check out the days, times, and locations of the Roadrunner Bookmobile below:
Festival Thursdays 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
11/10, 11/25, 12/9, 12/23, 1/6, 1/20 11:15 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
11/5, 11/19, 12/3, 12/17, 12/31, 1/14, 1/28 9:15 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
LIBRARIES CLOSED NOVEMBER 11, 27–29 AND DECEMBER 24–25
For the full calendar, resources, and catalog please visit buckeyeaz.gov/library
CHILDREN
WINTER READ THE GREAT
BABYTIME AGES BIRTH–23 MONTHS
STORYTIME AGES 2–5
MOVIN’ AND GROOVIN’ AGES 2–5
GIVE THANKS STORYTIME AGES 2–5
MEET AND PLAY AGES BIRTH–5
Meet new friends and socialize with other children, parents, and caregivers during open play at the Coyote Library.
Registration and Additional Information
December 1 –January 17
TEENS & TWEENS
STEAM AGES 8–12
A program for children to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through creativity.
TEEN ROBOTICS CLUB AGES 12–17
Team up to program robots, tackle fun challenges, and compete—no experience needed!
FAMILY
HOLIDAY FUN WITH SANTA OPEN HOUSE
Have your family photo with Santa. Enjoy cookies, hot chocolate, crafts, games and stories.
FAMILY GAMERS LOUNGE
Families enjoy board games, video games and more!
ALL AGES
MUSIC IN THE STACKS
Join us for dynamic musical performances in the library stacks.
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SESSION AGES 14+
Learn how you can volunteer with the Buckeye Public Library.
CHESS CLUB
For all skill levels.
WATCH IT WEDNESDAY
Enjoy popcorn and a movie at the library.
SEWING AND CRAFTING CLUB
Bring your craft project and craft together.
TECH DROP-IN: HELP WITH YOUR DEVICES
One-on-one assistance. Asistencia en español disponible.
BRANCH OUT
Programs in the Tartesso and Festival Communities.
STORYTIME AGES 2–5
CREATIVE SPARKS AGES 6–11
Unleash your creativity and fan the sparks of curiosity in our STEAM program!
THE GREAT ESCAPE AGES 12–18
Escape into the world of STEAM in Tartesso!
MAKER’S STUDIO AGES 19+
Monthly arts and crafts!
ADULTS
ASK A MASTER GARDENER
Bring questions and enjoy an informative presentation.
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Monthly titles are selected by participants of the group and can be found on the library calendar.
GENEALOGY CLUB
November 1, December 6, January 3
SPEAKER SERIES
• Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos – Zarco Guerrero
• Christmas in the 1950s – Jim Turner PROGRAMS
• Handmade Holidays: Create festive holiday cards —free workshop, seasonal fun.
• Stringing Up Memories–Popcorn Garlands: Gather together to string garlands, share memories, and celebrate! OPEN WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS 10 A.M. TO 3 P.M.
Explore family history and enjoy free Ancestry.com access before the library opens.
“LET’S TALK ABOUT BOOKS” BOOK CLUB AGES 18+
No assigned reading—just bring any book you’ve read or want to talk about!
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Holiday Book Sale
SEE LIBRARY CALENDAR FOR MORE DETAILS
SENIORS SENIORS
DAILY MEAL PROGRAMS
FOR AGES 60 AND OLDER
CLOSED NOVEMBER 11, 27–28 AND DECEMBER 24–25
The Buckeye Senior Program offers two meal programs for residents age 60+.
CONGREGATE LUNCH
Served Monday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Recommended contribution is $3.00; guests under 60 are $5.00. A monthly menu is available online.
HOME-DELIVERED MEALS
Home-delivered meals are provided to individuals that are homebound. It is recommended that home-delivered meal clients contact the Area Agency on Aging Senior Help-Line at 602-264-HELP (4357). In addition, the Buckeye Senior Program offers private pay, home-delivered meals for residents aged 60+ for a cost of $5.00 per meal.
CONTACT THE BUCKEYE SENIOR PROGRAM AT 623-349-6600 FOR
TRIPS
Theatre Trip
Lunch Bunch to Fiesta Mexicana
Lunch Bunch to Maggianos
Barleens
Registration and Additional Information
Sunday, 11/16
Thursday, 11/20
Thursday, 12/11
Thursday, 12/18
PARTIES
Turkey and Togetherness
Mistletoe MIxer
Friday, 11/21
Friday, 12/12
WEEKLY AND MONTHLY SERIES
DANCE FIT!
Dance Fit is a fun mix of strength, cardio, and dance movements set to upbeat music—fitness that feels like a party!
LINE DANCING
Build your confidence on the dance floor as you learn fun line dance routines!
MEMORY CAFE
Support for caregivers and loved ones living with dementia.
SILVERSNEAKERS CLASSIC
Focus on strengthening muscles while increasing range of movement using handheld weights, elastic tubing, a ball and a chair for support.
CARDIO DRUMMING
This workout combines cardio with drumming to upbeat music, making it both fun and effective.
PRIME POWER
Challenge your body and energize your spirit with fast-paced strength and cardio moves tailored for 50+ adults who want to stay strong, active, and confident.
TEXAS HOLD’EM
Bring your best bluff because poker is back!
PAINT CLASS
Join us as we walk you through from start to finish in creating your own painting. No painting experience required!
BINGO
Registered Buckeye Senior Program participants are invited to join us for Bingo.
ARTS & CRAFTS
Where imagination and heart blend to make creative art!
BILLIARDS ROOM
Enjoy a friendly game of billiards!
FITNESS EQUIPMENT ROOM
If instructor-led classes aren’t for you, we have a nicely equipped fitness room. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Staff are available to show you how to use the equipment if needed.
Registration and Additional Information
Weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Buckeye’s Human Services Program partners with Maricopa County Community Action Program and the Salvation Army to assist residents during unexpected financial challenges. The program provides support that fosters self-sufficiency and stability through limited, temporary assistance with utility and eviction prevention, information and referral resources, and short-term case management for residents.
ROOM FOR HUMAN SERVICES INFO
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Saturday, November 29
SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR
