Glendale Arizona Official Travel Guide

Official Travel Guide

GLENDALE ARIZONA

HIDDEN GEMS

EXPERIENCE GLENDALE’S LOCAL FAVORITES

GLENDALE’S GOT GAME

DISCOVER WHY GLENDALE IS A PREMIERE SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATION

IT ALL STARTS HERE

FESTIVALS, CHOCOLATE, CRAFT BEER AND MORE

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G l end a l e, Ar i z o n a Official Travel Guide

Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau and Visitor Center 9494 W. Maryland Avenue, Third Floor Glendale, AZ 85305 p. 623-930-4500 VisitGlendale.com

Contributing Editors Diane Williams, Danielle Dutsch

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GET TO KNOW Glendale

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Where to stay in Glendale

Experience Glendale’s local favorites

Welcome

Glendale Hotel Accommodations

It all Starts Here

Festivals, Chocolate, Craft Beer and More 10

Glendale’s Got Game Discover why Glendale is a premiere sports & entertainment destination

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Biking Trails Go for a ride!

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A Global Food Affair

A world tour of culinary flavors 15

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Meetings Are Our Business

Event Calendar

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Hospitality Partners

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Downtown Glendale Map

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Where to hike, bike, walk, and run in Glendale

Art & Culture in Glendale

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Nature’s Therapy

Artful Adventures 12

Get In the Swing

Golf Courses in Glendale

Hidden Gems

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Shopper’s Paradise

Glendale’s shopping has something for everyone

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Fun Facts

Arizona Map

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Westgate Area Map

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ONL INE

D i gi ta l E s s enti a l s VISIT GLENDALE RESOURCES Planning your trip to Glendale is quick and simple thanks to our online travel tools. Click VisitGlendale.com and start exploring today.

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lendale, Arizona isn’t just a destination – it’s home to three NFL Super Bowls and two NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four championship series. Glendale truly does have “game”. We invite you to visit and experience epic sports and entertainment, and inspiring hometown festivals.

Unleash your curiosity at Westgate Entertainment District—one of the fastest-growing sports and entertainment districts in the country. Visitors can experience chart-topping concerts, an eclectic mix of retail stores, global dining and year-round sporting events.

This Official Travel Guide will help you discover (and rediscover) Glendale, Arizona. If you are in the area, please stop by our Visitor Center, located within Westgate. We offer brochures from across Arizona and our staff will be delighted to assist you on your “journey”. For even more details on where to go and what to do, go to VisitGlendale.com. Check out our social media channels at Facebook.com/VisitGlendale, on Twitter@VisitGlendale, and on Instagram at visitglendaleaz. We hope you will use this guide to discover one-of-a-kind experiences and new adventures with your family and friends.

• Online Travel Guide • E-newsletter • Events Calendar • Maps • Shop Glendale Discount Program • Videos & Photo Galleries

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I T A L L STARTS Festivals, Chocolate, Craft Beer & So Much More

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he thrill of championship sports, festivals, exciting activities throughout the Westgate Entertainment District, a historic downtown and epic concerts—Glendale, Arizona has something for everyone.

Festivals & Events

Imagine strolling under the stars along tree-lined streets set aglow with 1.6 million twinkling lights and the aroma of delicious treats filling the air.

Or stand in awe as tethered hot air balloons fire up and glow in the night.

HERE Or imagine every chocolate dream come true tempting your taste buds.

Those are just a few of the experiences waiting for you at Glendale’s festivals.

For more than two decades, Glendale has become famous for its awardwinning special events, such as Glendale Glitters, Glitter & Glow and the Chocolate Affaire.

Cerreta Candy Company

Churning out thousands of pieces of candy a day, Cerreta’s is a family tradition that draws in visitors from around the world. Founded more than V i s i tG l endal e.c om

40 years ago, Cerreta’s is still a familyrun chocolate factory. They’ll show you how they make their celebrated French Mint. Tour the factory, learn about the history of chocolate and their candy production equipment, then build your own custom Chocolate Pizza.

Tours & Tastings 30-minute guided tours are offered Monday through Friday at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. For groups of 30 or more, please call (623) 930-1000 and arrange for a private tour.

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Topgolf

Topgolf is Glendale’s newest attraction.

This premiere golf entertainment venue is where friendly golf competition meets your favorite local hangout. Here, you can challenge your friends and family to point-scoring golf games. Topgolf features special climate-controlled hitting bays, a full-service restaurant and bar and an 18x24 foot video wall showcasing your favorite sports games. Players rent a driving range bay by the hour, complete with comfortable seating for up to eight, and choose from a variety of games at different skill levels. Each player strives to master the art of hitting balls to colorful bullseye-style targets at

different distances, while the computer automatically keeps score. The bays have a party atmosphere and their menu promises to keep you coming back.

State 48 Funk House Brewery

This family run and operated fullservice restaurant and brewery offers an authentic brewpub experience.

Taking just as much pride in their food as they do in their beer, everything is handcrafted in-house. They aim to provide a unique place for family and friends to gather and enjoy craft beer and food made fresh from scratch.

Dubina Brewing Company

Dubina is a purveyor of finely crafted brews and dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. The New York International Beer Competition declared Glendale’s Dubina Brewing Co. the Arizona Brewery of the Year.

Dubina showcases Arizona’s own Schreiner’s brats, served on pretzel rolls and a flight of beers that includes 5 five-ounce pours. A must-try is their Scotch ale with its toasted caramel and whiskey notes.

Glendale's Hometown Candy Factory and Retail Store - The Largest in Arizona!

Amazing Chocolates, Caramels, Fudge and Fresh Roasted Nuts

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Guided and non-guided factory tours with samples!

Mon-Fri 10:00AM and 1:00PM non-guided video tour anytime

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$12.50 each - classes after each guided tour

$12.50 per person • 10 person minimum prepaid only by appointment

5345 W. Glendale Ave. Downtown Glendale

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IT’S TIME TO ESCAPE Gila River Hotels & Casinos — Vee Quiva is a AAA Four Diamond Awarded hotel home to 90 beautiful boutique guest rooms. This retreat adjoins five dining options, including the NEW Chingon Kitchen, two lively lounges, slots, bingo, table games and more. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views and desert sunsets in an oasis of entertainment. Book your escape today!

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GLENDALE’S GOT

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lendale has played host to an abundance of sporting events. From spectacular catches in the end zone to diving for the ball in the outfield, when it comes to professional and collegiate sports, no one does it better than Glendale, Arizona.

NFL Action at the State Farm Stadium, with its retractable roof and field, is unlike any other sporting experience. The stadium is home to the NFL Arizona Cardinals and played host to the 2008 and 2015 Super Bowls and the 2017 NCAA Final Four Men’s Baskeball Tournament. The state-ofthe-art venue will be center stage for the 2023 NFL Super Bowl. It’s also home to chartbuster concerts, trade and consumer shows, corporate events and special occasions of all kinds.

1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale statefarmstadium.com

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Gila River Arena, home of the NHL Arizona Coyotes, is a stateof-the-art multi-purpose sports and entertainment venue set in the middle of the Westgate Entertainment District. Gila River Arena has an openconcourse design creating ideal sightlines for events. Top-selling concerts include Elton John, Tim McGraw, P!nk and Drake, along with family shows, such as Jurassic Fight Night. Sporting events such as Professional Bull Riders Rodeo and the popular World Wrestling Entertainment’s Smackdown Live are also hosted here. The arena features an intimate seating bowl with all the modern amenities and is just steps away from shopping and dining.

9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale gilariverarena.com

Camelback Ranch–Glendale, home of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox Spring Training teams, is located just across the Loop 101 from Glendale’s Sports and Entertainment District. This baseball facility is a 10,000-seat stadium with 3,000 lawn seats, 118,000 square feet of major and minor league clubhouse space, four major league and eight minor league practice fields. There’s a great opportunity to get close to players on game days. Fans can try to snag a signature on the paths from the Dodgers or Sox team buildings to the practice diamonds during morning workouts.

10710 W. Camelback Rd., Phoenix camelbackranchbaseball.com

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The ARC -The Archery Range Complex at Glendale Heroes Park is a 16-lane practice and competition archery range for both novice and professional archers. The facility features a 90-meter range with gated perimeter fencing, an earthen target backstop and shaded spectator areas. The range is free to the public and opened daily from sunrise to sunset.

83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road Glendale, Arizona 85303

Neighboring Communities Surprise Recreation Campus, Spring Training home to the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals, also features top-level tennis. The nationally acclaimed campus offers more than 200 acres of professional and recreational opportunities. Beyond baseball, national and international tennis and baseball tournaments, the facility also hosts community events and festivals throughout the year.

15960 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise surpriseaz.gov

The Peoria Sports Complex was the first Major League Baseball Spring Training and player development facility in the country shared by two teams. The San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners utilize the facility year-round. In addition to baseball tournaments, the facility hosts community events, concerts, art and trade shows, weddings and group events.

16101 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria peoriasportscomplex.com NASCAR — ISM Raceway, where NASCAR speed is at it’s best.

The track’s famous oval shape is carved into the Estrella Mountain foothills and offers a scenic backdrop for racing fans. They currently host two NASCAR race weekends and one IndyCar Series race weekend annually.

7602 S. Avondale Blvd., Avondale ISMRaceway.com For event schedules, contact information and additional sporting opportunities—VisitGlendale.com.

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GET IN THE Swing GOLF IN GLENDALE:

The Legend at Arrowhead 21027 N. 67th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85308 623-561-1902

Desert Mirage Golf Course 8710 W. Maryland Ave. Glendale, AZ 85305 623-772-0110 Go to VisitGlendale.com for links to courses.

NEIGHBORING COMMUNITY Wigwam Golf Club 451 N. Old Litchfield Rd. Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-935-9414

The Blue Course at Wigwam

Custom Tours and Day Trips Throughout Beautiful Arizona PUMPKIN DAYS & CORN MAZE OCTOBER 2nd - NOVEMBER 3rd, 2019 WWW.TOLMACHOFF-FARMS.COM

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Grand Canyon, Sedona, Prescott, Tombstone, Bisbee, Apache Trail & more!!

Scenic Drives, Historic Sites, Native American Ruins, Winery Tours Pickup available at hotels, rentals and other Metro Phoenix / Glendale locations

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Salt Tacos y Tequila, a spacious eatery offering modern Mexican food, creative margaritas & festive DJ nights

A Global FOOD AFFAIR

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hose looking for unique and globally-inspired dining options will want to be sure to visit Historic Downtown Glendale.

Thanks to an incredible variety of international cuisines and seasonal ingredients from nearby farms and orchards, Glendale gives the food connoisseur an inspiring dining experience. Here you will find a world tour of culinary flavors featuring everything from traditional Polish, Mexican and German fare to Asian and American dishes. If you’re looking for something with a hometown feel, Historic Downtown Glendale features restaurants and tea shops. The Spicery In Our 1895 Home offers a classic American lunch and afternoon tea served in a quaint, converted Victorian house. Head a few doors down to Kimberly Ann’s Tea Room & Cafe for a Victorian-style high tea and light bites.

Whether you crave authentic German Cuisine or just a giant pretzel and a beer, Haus Murphy’s won’t disappoint. This festive German eatery and beer garden offers bratwurst and brews with a side of Bavarian beets. Haus Oompah and local bands play during dinner hours.

Historic Downtown Glendale also features our Catlin Court District where you can enjoy A Touch of European Café a charming Euro-style bistro specializing in traditional Polish cuisine. Chef Waldemar Okula, uses his imagination and a touch of love to create homemade perogies and an outstanding goulash dinner.

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Two popular vegan restaurants are Casa Terra and Mi Vegana Madre, featuring vegan Mexican food. Another dining establishment within the Historic Downtown area and a local favorite is Little Saigon, offering delicious, authentic Vietnamese cuisine. For Italian, stop in for lunch or dinner at La Piazza Al Forno and try their award-winning, brick oven fired

pizza. Head to the Westgate area for more options of distinctive cultural fare and check out Salt Tacos y Tequila for modern Mexican food or Kabuki’s for traditional and innovative Japanese cuisine.

For a complete list of Glendale restaurants, visit us at VisitGlendale.com.

Savor The Flavors of Arizona The Wigwam’s signature restaurant, Litchfield’s, presents fresh, seasonal fare made to be enjoyed in its elegant dining room setting or al fresco on a spacious outdoor patio. Perfect for date night, celebrating, or simply kicking back with friends, Litchfield’s invites you to savor the finest in Arizona-inspired cuisine.

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HIGHLIGHTS June June 6, 13, 20, 27 53rd Annual Glendale Summer Band Concert Series 8 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com

July July 3, 11, 18, 25 53rd Annual Glendale Summer Band Concert Series 8 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com July 13 Christmas in July 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com

August Pre-season NFL Arizona Cardinals football season begins ($) State Farm Stadium 623-433-7101 statefarmstadium.com

September NFL Arizona Cardinals football season begins ($) State Farm Stadium 623-433-7101 statefarmstadium.com Pre-season NHL Coyotes hockey season begins ($) Gila River Arena 623-772-3800 gilariverarena.com September 7 Teddy Bear Day 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com

October MLB Fall League ($) Camelback Ranch Glendale 623-302-5000 camelbackranchbaseball.com NHL Coyotes season begins ($) Gila River Arena 623-772-3800 gilariverarena.com

October 19 Front Porch Festival & Old Towne Marketplace 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com October-November Corn Maze ($) Tolmachoff Farms 602-999-3276 tolmachoff-farms.com

November November 9 Holiday Open House 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com November 8-10 NASCAR Semi-Final Race Weekend ISM Raceway 866-408-RACE ISMRaceway.com November 29-30 Glendale Glitters Spectacular Weekend 5-10 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com

December December 6 & 7 Glendale Glitters Holiday Weekend 6-10 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com December 14 Glendale Hometown Christmas Parade 11 a.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com December 28 49th Annual Fiesta Bowl ($) State Farm Stadium 623-433-7101 statefarmstadium.com

January 2020 January 11 Glendale Glitter & Glow 4-10 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com

February 29-March 1 Folk & Heritage Festival Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area VisitGlendale.com Antique Engine and Tractor Show ($) 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Historic Sahuaro Ranch 602-319-2339 aedgeta.org

March 2020 Cactus League Spring Training ($) Camelback Ranch-Glendale 623-302-5000 camelbackbaseball.com March 6-8, 2020 NASCAR 500 Weekend ISM Raceway 866-408-RACE ISMRaceway.com Paris in the Spring French Market Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com March 13 Kiss Me I’m Irish Kilt Run ($) 6 p.m., Westgate Entertainment District VisitGlendale.com March 14 Kiss Me I’m Irish Run ($) 7 a.m., Westgate Entertainment District VisitGlendale.com

April 2020 Sidewalk Sale 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com Dog Days of Glendale 8 a.m. - noon, Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com

May 2020 Mother’s Day Event Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com

February 2020 February 8-9 Glendale Chocolate Affaire Saturday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. & Sunday, noon - 5 p.m.

Historic Downtown Glendale VisitGlendale.com

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Event dates are subject to change. For a comprehensive listing of Glendale events, visit our website at VisitGlendale.com or call our Visitor Center at (623) 930-4500. “$” denotes admission fees apply.

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Casa Terra 6835 N. 58th Drive 623-230-2289 Cuff Restaurant 5819 W. Glendale Avenue 623-847-8890

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Off the Cuff Venue 5817 W. Glendale Avenue 623-847-8890

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Antique Haven/Vintage Jewels LLC 5805 W. Glendale Avenue 602-573-4975

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Drawn to Comics 5801 W. Glendale Avenue 623-847-9090

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Glendale Barber Shop 6825 N. 58th Avenue 623-934-0431

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TriForce Collectibles 6835 N. 58th Avenue 480-213-8494

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Subway 5757 W. Glendale Avenue 623-939-4791

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Haus Murphy’s Restaurant 5739 W. Glendale Avenue 623-939-2480

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The Astrology Store 5735 W. Glendale Avenue 623-463-6286

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Namaste Café 5731 W. Glendale Avenue 480-299-4189

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Tangled Root Botanicals 5731 W. Glendale Avenue 480-299-4189

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Work of Art Unisex Hair Design 6980 N. 57th Drive 623-934-9711

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La Perla Sports Cantina 5723 W. Glendale Avenue (602) 753-3896 facebook.com/LaPerlaSC/

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AZ Laser and Skin Rejuvenation Center 5723 W. Glendale Avenue, Suite 2 623-937-8969

Crescent Moon Emporium 5719 W. Glendale Avenue 480-415-2462 So Juicy Café 5717 W. Glendale Avenue 623-688-4612

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Arizona Doll and Toy Museum 5847 W. Myrtle Avenue 623-939-6186

Gracie’s Marketplace 7146 N. 58th Avenue 623-930-7303

Knokie’s Fashions 5746 W. Glendale Avenue 623-332-0878

Kimberly Ann’s Victorian Tearoom 7153 N. 59th Avenue 623-934-1106

Veggie Rebellion - All vegan grocery store 5717 W. Glendale Avenue 602-888-1265

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Moe’s Old Fashion Burgers 5713 W. Glendale Avenue 623-915-9993

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Pizza Old Roma 5740 W. Glendale Avenue 623-934-7896 A Shot of Java 7003 N. 58th Avenue (Rear alley) 623-847-2423

The Spicery in Our 1895 Home 7141 N. 59th Avenue 623-937-6534

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Auntie Em’s Miniatures & Smilin’ Jack’s Pedal Cars 5625 W. Glendale Avenue 623-435-0783

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Military Items 5623 W. Glendale Avenue 623-934-8181 JJ’s Louisiana BBQ 5601 W. Glendale Avenue 623-396-1727 Bitz-ee Mama’s Mexican Restaurant 7023 N. 58th Avenue 623-931-0562

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Spinning Wheel Antiques & Gifts 7015 N. 58th Avenue 623-703-2071

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Antwon’s Salon 7017 N. 57th Avenue 623-937-7360 Glendale Woman’s Club 7032 N. 56th Avenue 623-937-9915 JR’s Barber Shop 5849 W. Palmaire Avenue 623-806-9184

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Sign of the Thymes Bistro 5845 W. Palmaire Avenue 623-931-5777

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The Hop Stop Diner 7013 N. 58th Avenue 623-915-0100

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Ropin’ the West 7142 N. 58th Drive 623-849-4669 Out of the Blue 7142 N. 58th Drive 623-748-8566 Bears & More 7146 N. 58th Drive 623-931-0339

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Glendale Chamber of Commerce 5800 W. Glenn Drive Suite 275 623-937-4754

The Parsonage on 58th 7142 N. 58th Avenue 480-489-0956

Coyote Oaties Cookies 7005 N. 58th Avenue 623-939-3949

Papa Ed’s Ice Cream 7146-B N. 58th Avenue 623-915-4438

Juniper House 5842 W. Myrtle Avenue 623-363-4857

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The Cottage Garden II 7162 N. 58th Avenue 623-847-5262

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Meli Lips 5807 W. Myrtle Avenue 773-612-6559

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Desert Rose Pizza & Gastro Pub Desert Rose Steakhouse 6729 N. 57th Drive 623-937-3004 I Spy Cigars Club 6729 N. 57th Drive Suite C 623-937-0887

Cerreta Candy Company 5345 W. Glendale Avenue 623-930-9000 Fashions Plus LLC 5549-B W. Glendale Avenue 602-881-2807

Delfina Salon & Day Spa 5742 W. Palmaire Avenue 623-847-3745

Filiberto’s Mexican Food 5512 W. Glendale Avenue 623-939-3141

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Hair Luxe Salon and Nail Spa 5525 W. Glendale Avenue Suite 102 623-934-0305

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Kiss the Cook 4915 W Glendale Avenue 623-939-4663

The Phytonutrient House 7138 N. 57th Drive 480-785-6910 A Touch of European Cafe 7146-A N. 57th Drive 623-847-7119

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Your Art Party 7146-B N. 57th Drive 623-889-1677

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Primitive Peddler AZ 7146-C N. 57th Drive 602-618-7482

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The Clock Makers 7158 N. 57th Drive 623-486-1499

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Laly’s Diner 5707 W. Myrtle Avenue 602-321-8602

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The Ceremony Shop & Café 7150 N. 57th Avenue 623-594-7000

Max’s Sports Bar 6727 N 47th Avenue 623-937-1671 Pete’s Fish & Chips 5516 W. Glendale Avenue 623-937-6001

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La Santisima 5932 W. Glendale Avenue 623-939-3292 Virginia’s House Event Venue 6838 N. 59th Drive 623-435-0878 All merchant locations were correct at the time of publishing.

Every effort has been made to make this publication as accurate as possible.

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Zola Bell’s Vintage 7003 N. 58th Avenue 623-463-3363

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Lemoncade 5754 W. Glendale Avenue 623-826-8905

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Nomadic Ice Cream Rolls 5750 W. Glendale Avenue 623-826-8905

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J & R Accessories & Much More 5748 W. Glendale Avenue 623-205-4843

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The Most Fun Allowed in One Place at One Time!

An old style emporium in a beautiful two-story antique building with creaky wood floors and a tin ceiling.

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Artful ADVENTURES

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lendale is home to an expansive selection of art featuring folk artists, theatrical works, hip art murals, museums and historic landmarks.

ART & CULTURE Arizona Doll & Toy Museum 5847 W. Myrtle Ave. • Glendale, AZ 85301 623-939-6186 View the wide variety of dolls and toys from yesteryear, as well as familiar, modern playthings. Don’t miss the authentic schoolroom of 1912 featuring antique doll students.

Brelby Theatre Company 7154 N. 58th Dr. • Glendale, AZ 85301 623-282-2781 Conveniently located in the Catlin Court District of Historic Downtown Glendale, Brelby Theatre Company produces a variety of styles of theatre and takes pride in being a resource for local playwrights to showcase their work. Year-round theatrical productions are featured in an intimate setting.

Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve 3711 W. Deer Valley Rd. • Glendale, AZ 85308 623-582-8007 The Deer Valley Petroglyph Center is a museum, nature preserve and archaeological site with the largest concentration of Native American petroglyphs in the Valley.

The trail takes visitors to a place where ancient people marked boulders with thousands of symbols.

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Glendale’s Public Art Collection Glendale proudly features an impressive collection of over 450 works of art.

Visitors can enjoy a wide array of twodimensional artworks on display at all major public facilities and experience the beauty of over 30 monumental and sitespecific works of public art throughout the city at parks and public buildings.

For more information about the City of Glendale Public Art collection, visitglendale.com/things-to-do/artsculture/.

Glendale Police Museum 6835 N. 57th Drive • Glendale, AZ 85301 623-930-3486 Dedicated to Glendale’s finest, the exhibit spans police history from the early days of the territorial sheriff to the present day.

Self-guided tours.

Manistee Ranch 5127 W. Northern Ave. • Glendale, AZ 85302 • 623-435-0072 Get a little taste of Glendale history at this ranch built by a Wisconsin lumber baron in 1897 by touring its four buildings: a garage, office, barn and the house, which is filled with period antiques.

Xeriscape Botanical Garden at the Glendale Main Library 5959 W. Brown • Glendale, AZ 85302 623-930-3596 Visit this award-winning garden, which features approximately 1,000 trees, shrubs, cacti and more. Many plants are identified by common and botanical names. All are low-water use and excellent for Arizona gardens.

Free. Open from dawn to dusk.

Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium and Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Ave. • Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 • 623-935-9453 The largest collection of wild animals and reptiles in Arizona, this part-zoo, part-aquarium, part-safari educates on menageries from around the globe to life in the world’s waterways.

Zoo Open: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Aquarium Open: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily, including holidays wildlifeworld.com

Murphy Park 58th and Glendale Avenues Glendale, AZ 85301 • 623-930-2820 Murphy Park is the heart of downtown Glendale, named for the city’s founder, W. J. Murphy, who donated the park to Glendale in 1909. Now featuring a library and an amphitheater, it also hosts events and festivals throughout the year.

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DOWNTOWN Historic GLENDALE

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et to know Historic Downtown Glendale. Picture shady treelined streets and brick store fronts; shops and eateries where customers are always greeted with a smile; and inviting, turn-of-the-century Craftsman-style bungalows, now turned to businesses whose proprietors wait inside to tell you their stories. The laid back, friendly style of a by-gone era, intersecting with modern services and products with just a touch of nostalgia is where you’ll find that special something to take home.

Glendale is a world-class city with a historic downtown that will make you think of your small hometown – or the hometown you always wanted.

Learn more: VisitGlendale.com

A Touch Of European Cafe

Locally owned and operated for over 25 years!

Kimberly Ann's

Tea Room & Cafe

Open for Lunch & Afternoon Tea Tuesday - Saturday 11-4PM Sunday Available for Private Parties

Summer hours starting in June are: T-W-Th 11a - 3p, F-S 11a - 8p Sunday and Monday Closed

Winter hours starting in November are: M-T-W 11a - 3p, Th-F-S 11a - 8p Sunday closed

During the special events hours may vary, please call ahead.

7153 N 59th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301

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Touch of European Cafe is located in the Glendale Historical District at 7146 North 57th DR., Glendale, AZ 85301

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Arrowhead Towne Center

Glendale...

A Shopper’s Paradise

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rom national retailers to one-of-akind boutiques, Glendale’s shopping has you covered. Must-see marketplaces include Arrowhead Towne Center, Tanger Outlets, Westgate and Historic Downtown Glendale.

Arrowhead Towne Center

West Bell Road at Loop 101 • 7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center Glendale, AZ 623-979-7777 A comfortable and inviting indoor shopping experience awaits you at Glendale’s premier shopping destination, Arrowhead Towne Center. This shopping center

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features a collection of more than 170 top brands anchored by Dillard’s, Macy’s, Forever 21 and a 14-screen AMC Theatre with plush recliners. Your little ones will also enjoy the trip to the soft play area or shopping at popular children’s stores including LEGO, Build-A-Bear Workshop and the Disney Store. Enjoy comfy seating areas, desert-inspired colors and textures and new digital amenities, including device charging stations, center-wide WiFi and Text Concierge (text your question to 623-227-4227) along with a Food Court, an outdoor patio and a Community Room.

With the Center’s outstanding store selection including Lush, Aerie, Sephora, H&M, Apple and Victoria’s Secret you will

find everything you need for your stay in Glendale. When you’re done, have the family meet you for dinner at one of the dozens of great restaurants in and around Arrowhead Towne Center.

Historic Downtown Glendale

58th and Glendale Avenue • Glendale, AZ 623-930-4500 A trip to Historic Downtown Glendale offers visitors a leisurely shopping experience. This destination incorporates two distinct shopping districts, Catlin Court and Old Towne. Catlin Court, with its white picket fences, mature shade trees and bungalow specialty shops draws visitors from near and far. Old Towne leads the way to locally owned antique stores and boutiques. Both areas feature home-town and ethnic restaurants, shops with vintage fashions, jewelry, art, collectibles, sweet treats and home accents.

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Tanger Outlets

Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue • Glendale, AZ 623-877-9500 Nearly 90 high-end outlet stores and eateries, including Coach, Nike, Michael Kors, H&M, Fossil and Tommy Hilfiger— Tanger Outlets takes shopping to the next level. Shop in a beautiful outdoor setting just steps from Westgate and the nearby State Farm Stadium and Gila River Arena.

This innovative outlet center offers rows of shops for fashions, footwear, home products and more. Check the website for the latest discounts and events. Pop-up concerts and special deals are common here. Be sure to make time to explore every twist and turn and clear out space in your trunk—you’ll have plenty to take home!

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Westgate Entertainment District

Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue • Glendale, AZ 623-385-7502 Westgate is a dynamic mix of restaurants, shops, and attractions with an open-air style. Enjoy some brews at the State 48 Funk House Brewery or some laughs at Stir Crazy Comedy Club. Follow it up with a stroll through the plaza that leads to a $6 million Bellagio-inspired dancing water feature. Feel like a kid again at Dave & Buster’s, view a feature film at AMC Theatres or take in one of Westgate’s many themed nights under the stars.

More than 250 events take place here annually, ranging from live music most Friday and Saturday nights at Fountain Park to Bike Nights, Hot Rod Nights, Fitness in the District, a holiday ice rink and fan experience events. No matter the season, there is something fresh, fun and exciting always happening at Westgate.

Time your trip just right and you can also head over to the adjacent Gila River Arena to catch a Coyotes hockey game or a blockbuster concert.

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Comfort Suites at Talavi 5511 W. Bell Road, Glendale, 85308 602-896-8900 • choicehotels.com

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Hampton Inn Suites 6630 N. 95th Avenue, Glendale, 85305 623-271-7771 • hamptoninn.com

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Holiday Inn Express Suites 9310 W. Cabela Dr, Glendale, 85305 623-939-8888 • holidayinnexpress.com

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Home2 Suites 6630 North 95th Avenue, Glendale, 85305 623-271-7771 • phoenixglendalesuites.hamptoninn.com

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Marriott Residence Inn 7350 N. Zanjero Blvd, Glendale, 85305 623-772-8900 • residenceinnglendale.com

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Marriott Springhill Suites 7370 N. Zanjero Blvd, Glendale, 85306 623-772-8900 • springhillsuitesglendale.com

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Motel 6 7116 N. 59th Ave, Glendale, 85301 623-939-9431 • motel6.com

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Quality Inn at Arrowhead 7885 W. Arrowhead Towne Center Dr. Glendale, 85309 623-412-2000 • ramada.com

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Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa 9495 W. Coyotes Blvd., Glendale, 85310 623-937-3700 • renaissanceglendale.com

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SpringHill Suites 7810 W. Bell Road, Glendale, 85308 623-878-6666 • marriott.com/pxsp

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Staybridge Suites 9340 W. Cabela Dr., Glendale, 85305 623-842-0000 • staybridgesuites.com

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There’s really something for everyone here so come and enjoy a comfortable stay with us!

• Complimentary full hot breakfast • Free Wi-Fi • 100% smoke free hotel • Outdoor pool and hot tub • BBQ Pavilion with gas grill • Fitness center • Business center • Microwave, coffee pot and mini fridge in all rooms • Interior corridors • Pet Friendly (restrictions

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Biking

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lendale’s bikeways feature more than 100 miles of bike routes, paths and trails. Riding along these recommended paths will reward you with fresh air, great exercise and the exhilaration of scenic views and long downhill stretches.

a great trail park that links to the Glendale and Westgate Entertainment District.

75th Avenue and Camelback west to 97th Avenue and Bethany Home Road Parking available just north of Camelback on 75th Avenue.

Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., daily

Glendale’s local cycling shops often offer free clinics on topics like bike maintenance, flat repair and even basic shifting techniques. While you’re there, they can help you get outfitted with all the proper safety gear, racks and bags you will need for your Glendale bike excursion.

Thunderbird Conservation Park, a 1,185acre park, is a conservation park dedicated to preserving the desert environment.

Park activities include picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, jogging and bird watching. The park features “Nature Blinds”, a decorative block wall with “windows” for viewing the park’s 50+ different species of birds and wildlife attracted to the man-made water feature.

Be sure to bring binoculars to get an even closer look or a camera for photographs.

Open: Sunrise to sunset, daily.

Gates locked at sunset Main Entrance: 59th Avenue between Deer Valley and Pinnacle Peak roads

Ready. Set. Go! Grand Canal Linear Park is a great park for walking, horseback riding and biking. It is roughly 3-1/4 miles of trail that runs along the Grand Canal. It has a paved, lighted trail with wonderful landscaping throughout and crosses the canal several times. This park is

XCourt is ideal for those looking for BMX excitement. Glendale has a no-fee, 26,000-square-foot, concrete multi-use (bikes, boards, blades) skate park facility.

The park provides challenges for skaters and bikers alike. It’s the perfect balance of bowls, banks, transitions and street components with wide open spaces for both bikes and boards.

Glendale Heroes Regional Park 83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road Northeast corner Open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., daily For more information go to VisitGlendale.com

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ho says it has to be all work and no play? Work in a few of these ideas to make your business meeting or conference one they’ll all want to attend.

broadcast equipment with two HD studios featuring floor-to-ceiling green screens at the Glendale Media Center, located in the center of Glendale’s Sports & Entertainment District.

First, Let Us Get You Started Visit the Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa’s Conference Center, a full-service conference and meeting hotel designed to meet a variety of convention needs. If you’re looking for a great place to meet, throw a party, hold an event or host your next training or conference, check out the Glendale Civic Center. You’ll find a full-service venue in the heart of Historic Downtown Glendale with on-site caterning available. Media professionals and those in need of studio space will find top-of-the-line

Dinner, Drinks and a Show Take the team out for an off-site dinner at one of Westgate’s many restaurants. Located in the heart of Glendale’s Sports and Entertainment District, Westgate features a mix of restaurants and the best in breweries. Westgate’s restaurants have it all. Attendees will be just a short walk away from the awardwinning Gila River Arena for the latest blockbuster concert. Keep the fun and entertainment brewing into the night at Desert Diamond West Valley Casino.

Make It a Family Affair Looking to entertain meeting attendees and their families?

Family fun can also be had at many attractions, such as Dave & Buster’s, Topgolf and the Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium and Safari Park.

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State Farm Stadium, where the NFL Arizona Cardinals play, has a retractable natural grass playing surface, is the first of its kind in North America and has the first completely retractable roof operating at an incline.

Westgate Main Stage

Spring Training at Camelback Ranch-Glendale welcomed over 244,820 fans in 2019 and served an estimated 75,000 hotdogs.

The NHL Arizona Coyotes mascot, Howler, has his own website and wears number 96 on his jersey, the year the Coyotes moved from Winnipeg to Arizona.

Saguaro Ranch Peacocks roam freely in the area.

The beautiful Sahuaro Ranch Rose Garden, adjacent to the historic homes, blooms with a variety of 1,500 rose bushes annually.

Bright Sunny Days You’ll get a lot of natural vitamin D in Glendale! On average, there are 294 sunny days per year.

After Hours at Westgate Entertainment District Host a closing ceremony after hours with signature drinks at The Lola.

Be sure to try craft cocktails like the Maldives Mule with jalapeño vodka, ginger liqueur, pineapple and cilantro.

From there, take a quick walk to the Yard House for dinner. Later, head over to Salt Tacos y Tequila, a hip club that draws in crowds with world-class DJs.

The Glendale Visitor Center has assisted walk-in visitors from all states and 46 countries.

The Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa is pet friendly with water bowls in the lobby and free doggy treats upon check-in.

Glendale’s downtown festivals attract more than 227,000 visitors annually.

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Sahuaro Ranch House

Sahuaro Ranch

Preserving one of the Valley’s oldest and most magnificent ranches, the 17acre Historic Sahuaro Ranch features 13 original buildings, a rose garden, barnyard and historic orchards. Listed on the National Register of Historical Places and known as the “Showplace of the Valley,” Historic Sahuaro Ranch offers activities, exhibits and guided tours—keeping the history of early settlement in the Valley alive. Tours for the Historic Main House, which was built in 1891, occur every half hour. For groups of 10+, please call 623-930-4201 for reservations.

Cerreta Candy Company

Cerreta Candy Company is a familyowned business founded over 40 years ago. The factory welcomes more than 300,000 visitors annually while producing 6,000 pounds of chocolate daily. They have a replica of the chocolate machine that appeared on “I Love Lucy” and a signature French Mint that should not be missed. Free tours are Monday through Friday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

5345 W. Glendale Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301 (623) 930-9000 cerreta.com

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The Place

This lively restaurant features generous portions of familiar breakfast and lunch fare in a comfortable setting. Be sure to try the Brisket Eggs Benedict or the Chicken Fried Steak for one of the best meals in town. A must have are their freshlybaked biscuits with Jalapeño Gravy.

A fully stocked bar is featured there, as well.

5171 W. Bell Rd. Glendale, AZ 85308 (602) 896-9929 theplacearizona.com

Dazzo’s Dog House

This authentic Chicago-style eatery is a Glendale essential. Inside you’ll find walls adorned with local sports memorabilia and a family-friendly atmosphere. Locals and visitors come for their Italian beef sandwiches, chubby chili dogs and chili cheese fries. The restaurant is still run by Dazzo family members. If you can avoid being full, you may want to try their homemade Italian Ice for dessert.

6143 W. Glendale Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301 (623) 934-3536 dazzosdoghouse.com

Papa Ed’s Ice Cream Parlor Treat yourself to some of Glendale’s most loved, best-kept secrets in frozen treats. Papa Ed’s ice cream parlor is a local favorite in the heart of Historic Downtown Glendale. Tucked in a converted garage with outdoor seating, this family run ice cream shop offers a variety of unique flavors like Aztec Chocolate and Honey Lavender, a vanilla base infused with honey and lavender buds.

B, 7146 N. 58th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301 (623) 915-4438 papaedsicecream.com

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Nomadic Ice Cream Rolls

This ice cream shop is conveniently located in Old Towne Glendale and is Arizona’s original ice cream roll company. Nomadic Ice Cream rolls fresh ice cream to order. There is a long list of flavors to choose from, including the Choco Brah, made from a chocolate-mocha base, Oreos, and dark chocolate syrup.

5750 W. Glendale Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301 (623) 300-4598 nomadicicecreamrolls.com

and served in a sizzling iron skillet.

Complimenting each steak or seafood entrée is a host of side dishes, including Chipotle Macaroni and Cheese and Lobster Twice-Baked Potato. Be sure to leave room for their mouth-watering warm Butter Cake!

8280 W. Union Hills Dr. Glendale, AZ 85308 (623) 566-2224 arrowheadgrill.com

Touch of European Cafe

Warsaw comes to Glendale with authentic Polish foods. Touch of European Café offers a loving atmosphere and homemade Polish comfort foods that should not be missed. Located in the historic Catlin Court District, this charming restaurant serves such favorites as goulash, pierogis, stuffed cabbage and kielbasa. Ask for a “shot of soup” to tickle your taste buds.

7146 N. 57th Dr. C Glendale, AZ 85301 (623) 847-7119 atouchofeuropeancafe.com

Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante If you’re looking for a local favorite, Bottega’s cozy, intimate, and familyfriendly atmosphere won’t disappoint.

The owner visits each table, one by one, offering his guests a warm welcome and a plateful of delicious authentic Italian cuisine.

19420 N. 59th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85308 (623) 777-1868 bottegaristorante.com

Arrowhead Grill

This contemporary, local restaurant, with its warm and welcoming ambiance, serves premium steak and seafood.

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H O S P ITAL ITY PA RTN ERS Escape Westgate 623-282-1979 escapewestgate.com

Arizona Catering 480-898-8848 arizonacatering.com

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor 623-201-2000 wetnwildphoenix.com

Glendale Media Center 623-930-4510 glendalemediacenter.com

Brelby Theatre Company 623-282-2781 brelby.com

Tolmachoff Farms 602-999-3276 tolmachoff-farms.com

TRANSPORTATION

Manistee Ranch 623-930-2820 VisitGlendale.com/thingsto-do/parks-recreation

Topgolf 623-218-2243 topgolf.com/us/glendale

Sahuaro Ranch Historic Area 623-930-2820 VisitGlendale.com/thingsto-do/parks-recreation

ENTERTAINMENT

ARTS AND CULTURE Arizona Doll and Toy Museum 623-939-6186 arizonadollandtoymuseum. com

Xeriscape Demonstration Garden 623-930-2820 VisitGlendale.com/thingsto-do/parks-recreation

AMC Theatres Arrowhead 623-487-1414 amctheatres.com AMC Westgate 20 623-772-1371 amctheatres.com As You Wish Pottery 623-772-5403 asyouwishpottery.com Build-A-Bear 623-773-3964 buildabear.com

ADVENTURE Arizona Scenic Tours 480-459-7144 800-724-1251 arizonascenictours.com Hot Air Expeditions, Inc. 480-502-6999 800-831-7610 hotairexpeditions.com Vaughan’s Southwest Custom Tours, Inc. 602-971-1381 southwesttours.com

Cerreta Candy Company 623-930-9000 cerreta.com Dave & Buster’s 623-759-7800 daveandbusters.com/ glendale Desert Diamond West Valley Casino 866-332-9467 ddcaz.com

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Glendale Municipal Airport 623-930-2188 glendaleaz.com Scudo Drivers 602-635-6235 scudodrivers.com Super Shuttle–ExecuCar 602-232-4610 800-258-3826 supershuttle.com execucar.com ARENAS, STADIUMS, & SPORTS FACILITIES

Color Me Mine 623-362-2832 colormemine.com

Camelback Ranch –Glendale 623-302-5000 camelbackranchbaseball. com

Low Key Piano Bar 480-355-1705 lowkeypianobar.com

Gila River Arena 623-772-3800 gilariverarena.com

Playgrounds Fun Zone and Café 602-761-9663 playgroundsfunzone.com

Paseo Racquet Center 623-979-1234 paseoracquetcenter.com

PLAYlive Nation 480-499-3444 playlivenation.com State 48 Funk House Brewery 623-877-4448 state48brewery.com

State Farm Stadium 623-433-7101 statefarmstadium.com For a complete list of Parks and Recreation Facilities and Sports Complexes, please visit VisitGlendale.com/thingsto-do/parks-recreation.

MEETING & BANQUET FACILITIES

Verde Canyon Railroad 800-293-7245 verdecanyonrr.com ATTRACTIONS

Enterprise Rent a Car 623-931-9275 800-Rent-A-Car enterprise.com

Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante 623-777-1868 bottegaristorante.com

Cracker Barrel 623-772-1930 crackerbarrel.com Dave & Buster’s 623-759-7800 daveandbusters.com Dutch Bros 541-955-4700 dutchbros.com

Glendale Civic Center 623-930-4300 glendaleciviccenter.com

Fat Tuesday 623-230-2509 fattuesdaywestgate.com

Glendale Women’s Club 623-937-9915 glendalewomansclub.com

Fine Ash Cigars/Bar & Lounge 623-900-4752 fineashcigars.com

Off the Cuff Venue 623-847-8890 offthecuffdowntown.com Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa 623-937-3700 renaissanceglendale.com Saddle Ranch Chop House 623-889-7770 thesaddleranch.com/ Glendale

Fractured Prune Doughnuts 623-872-0008 fracturedprune.com Fresh Healthy Café 623-505-3277 freshrestaurants.com Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant 623-877-4300 gordonbiersch.com Hot N Juicy Crawfish 623-872-2984 hotnjuicycrawfish.com Johnny Rockets 623-877-2977 johnnyrockets.com

Sahuaro Ranch Fruit Packing Shed 623-930-2820 VisitGlendale.com/thingsto-do/parks-recreation

WESTGATE ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT DINING Bar Louie 623-522-5810 barlouie.com Boba Blendz Tea Lounge 623-877-3001 facebook.com/blendzboba

Kabuki Japanese Restaurant 623-772-9832 kabukirestaurants.com The Lola 623-877-5225 thelolaaz.com Mama Gina’s Pizzeria 623-872-0300 mamaginaspizzeria.com Manna Korean BBQ 623-877-5007 6751 W Westgate Blvd, Glendale, AZ McFadden’s Restaurant & Saloon 623-872-0022 mcfaddensglendale.com

Caramba Fresh Mexican Food *Coming soon to Westgate*

West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-In 623-939-9715 www.westwinddi.com

Avalon Meetings and Entertainment, Inc. 480-860-2423 avalonme.com

E. Lowell Rogers Amphitheatre 623-930-2820 glendaleaz.com

Buffalo Wild Wings 623-877-9127 buffalowildwings.com

Stir Crazy Comedy Club 623-565-8667 stircrazycomedyclub.com

PLANNER RESOURCES

Desert Rose Steakhouse Desert Rose Pizza & Gastropub 623-937-3004 desertrosepizzaandgastropub.com

Dave & Buster’s 623-759-7800 daveandbusters.com/ Glendale

Chipotle 623-201-1758 chipotle.com Cold Stone Creamery 623-877-1580 coldstonecreamery.com

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Native Grill & Wings 623-877-4500 nativegrillandwings.com

The Nest 623-594-0900 thenestsportsbarglendale. com

Cabela’s 623-872-6700 cabelas.com/glendale

Saddle Ranch Chop House 623-889-7770 thesaddleranch.com/glendale Salt Tacos y Tequila 623-772-7282 saltglendale.com Shane’s Rib Shack 623-877-7427 shanesribshack.com

Black Angus Steakhouse 623-878-6200 blackangus.com Fine Ash Cigars 623-900-4752 fineashcigars.com

Black Bear Diner Glendale 602-843-1921 blackbeardiner.com

IT’SUGAR 623-877-8124 itsugar.com

Boba Tea Company 623-282-3373 bobateacompany.com

Just Sports 623-872-9490 shopjustsports.com

Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante 623-777-1868 bottegaristorante.com

la Lady Designs Boutique 623-872-9677 laladydesigns.com

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers 623-213-7622 coldbeers.com/glendale

TANGER OUTLETS

State 48 Funk House Brewery 623-877-4448 state48brewery.com Stir Crazy Comedy Club 623-565-8667 stircrazycomedyclub.com Twin Peaks 623-233-5700 twinpeaksrestaurant.com Which Wich Superior Sandwiches 623-977-9424 whichwich.com Whiskey Rose 623-877-7673 whiskeyroseaz.com

Habit Burger Grill 623-486-2915 habitburger.com An outlet shopping plaza located in the Westgate area of Glendale featuring nearly 90 name brand designer stores and eateries. For a complete list please visit tangeroutlets.com

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN GLENDALE

Yard House 623-872-3900 yardhouse.com

The Melting Pot 623-444-4946 meltingpot.com

Mimi’s Café 623-79-4500 mimiscafe.com Old Country Buffet 623-979-5963 oldcountrybuffet.com

SHOPPING Bride Studio 623-800-4500 azbridestudio.com

Fuddruckers 623-979-8826 fuddruckers.com

For a complete list of stores and eateries, go to page 17 or visit us online at VisitGlendale.com

ARROWHEAD & NORTH GLENDALE DINING AH-SO Sushi and Steak 602-978-1177 ahsosushiaz.com Ajo Al’s Mexican Café 623-334-9899 ajoals.com

Pacific Seafood Buffet 623-776-7888 pacificseafoodbuffet.com Small Town Coffeehouse 623-322-1883 smalltowncoffeehouse.com Wildflower Bread Company 623-776-7722 wildflowerbread.com Zipps Sports Grill 623-505-7600 zippssportsgrills.com

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The Wigwam 623-935-3811 800-327-0396 wigwamresort.com RV RESORT Pueblo El Mirage RV & Golf Resort 480-912-8197 robertsresorts.com

Biscuits Café 623-376-2440 biscuitscafe.com

Opa Life Greek Café 623-242-8338 opalifegreek.com

RazzleberrieZ Frozen Yogurt 623-877-3542 razzleberriezyogurt.com

SHOPPING ARROWHEAD TOWNE CENTER

Arrowhead Grill 623-566-2224 arrowheadgrill.com

Olive Garden 623-872-0003 olivegarden.com

Popbar 623-500-2799 pop-bar.com

Arriba 623-878-5777 arribamexicangrill.com

SPORTS FACILITIES Glendale’s premier shopping destination featuring a collection of more than 170 top brand stores and restaurants. For a complete list of stores and eateries, please visit arrowheadtownecenter.com HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Peoria Sports Complex 623-773-8700 peoriasportscomplex.com Surprise Recreation Campus 623-222-2207 surpriseaz.gov ARTS AND CULTURE Arizona Broadway Theatre 623-776-8400 azbroadway.org Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve 623-582-8007 shesc.asu.edu/dvpp

For a complete listing of Glendale hotels go to page 24.

Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin West 480-860-2700 franklloydwright.org/taliesin-west

NEIGHBORING COMMUNITIES

Musical Instrument Museum 480-478-6000 mim.org

Courtyard Phoenix West/ Avondale 623-271-7660 888-236-2427 marriott.com

Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium and Safari Park 623-935-WILD (9453) wildlifeworld.com

ATTRACTIONS

Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix–Goodyear 623-536-1313 800-446-6677 hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites Goodyear 623-547-1313 800-HOL-IDAY hiexpress.com Quality Inn & Suites Goodyear 623-932-9191 877-424-6423 choicehotels.com Residence Inn - Goodyear 623-547-4902 888-236-2427 residenceinnphoenixgoodyear.com Vee Quiva Hotel and Casino 800-WIN-GILA 520-796-7777 www.wingilariver.com

Desert Botanical Garden 480-941-1225 888-314-9480 dbg.org Vee Quiva Casino 800-WIN-GILA 520-796-7777 wingilariver.com Main Event Entertainment 623-936-5300 mainevent.com

For additional Glendale Hospitality Partners and information, go to VisitGlendale.com.

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NAT U RTHERAPY E’S Where to Hike, Bike, Walk, Run, and More

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hether you’re an outdoor warrior and hike throughout each season or a visitor seeing the beauty of Thunderbird Conservation Park for the first time, there’s no better place to experience the majestic scenery of Glendale, Arizona.

Thunderbird Conservation Park features 1,185 acres and 15 miles of multi-use trails, many of which have been constructed by volunteer groups. Visitors have the opportunity to participate in park activities that include picnicking, hiking, horseback riding (bring your own horse), mountain bike riding, jogging and bird watching.

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ARIZONA STAT E MAP

M I L E AG E & DR I V I NG TI M ES Grand Canyon - South Rim Hiking, White Water Rafting - 3 hr. / 50 min. 233 miles Sedona Galleries, Slide Rock State Park, Oak Creek Canyon - 2 hr. 113 miles Cottonwood Verde Canyon Railroad, Wineries - 1 hr. / 50 min. 100 miles Prescott Watson Lake, Sharlot Hall Museum, Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary - 1 hr. / 40 min. 97 miles Flagstaff Lowell Observatory, Meteor Crater - 2 hr. / 20 min. 141 miles Williams Grand Canyon Railroad, Grand Canyon Deer Farm, Bearizona - 2 hr. / 40 min. 171 miles

Wickenburg Western Museums, Vulture Mine and Ghost Town - 1 hr. 45 miles Jerome Art Galleries, Gold King Mine and Ghost Town - 2 hr. 107 miles Tucson Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon Seven Falls - 2 hr. 124 miles Bisbee Queen Mine Tour, Old Bisbee Ghost Tour, Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum - 3 hr. / 30 min. 217 miles Page Springs Red Rock State Park - 1 hr. / 50 min. 105 miles Sierra Vista Tombstone, Hiking, Biking - 3 hr. / 10 min. 199 miles

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WESTGATE ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

SpringHill Suites

Residence Inn

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Glendale Ave.

Glendale Municipal Airport

4 miles east on Glendale Ave.

Zanjero Blvd.

95th Ave.

Holiday Inn Express

Downtown Glendale

Aloft Hotel

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Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa Glendale Visitor Center

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