Name: Desert Fall Festival
Start: 2026-09-25
End: 2026-11-01

Home to AZ's largest collection of exotic animals with 600 different species, 6000 animals, 10 rides, a petting zoo and several daily shows! Visitors can feed giraffes, parrots and stingrays. See wildlife on our new Log flume ride, African Safari Train, Australian Boat Ride, Wildlife Skyride, or exotic Merry-Go-Round. Dine with Sharks at Dillon's Barbecue Restaurant and Flamingo Lounge.

Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium

Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Company boasts 4 decades of experience offering hot-air balloon rides to over 500,000 passengers. Sunrise flights are available every morning at sunrise year-round, weather permitting. Or, enjoy Arizona's breathtaking sunsets during a balloon flight in the winter months. Take in views of the Sonoran Desert while floating in the sky and sending greetings to earthbound folks below. After landing, we celebrate the flight with champagne and mimosas and a traditional toast. Finally, we offer a light nosh while our pilots present their passengers with a Rainbow Ryders flight certificate to commemorate this unique adventure. Check off your bucket list and rise above the rest with Rainbow Ryders, Inc. ® Hot Air Balloon Company.

Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Ride Company

Welcome to the Everhome Suites® Glendale Sports Entertainment District hotel in Arizona, providing an extended stay that feels like home thanks to modern apartment-style suites near plenty of attractions. No matter how long you stay with us, your most important routines will be accommodated. We offer full kitchens in each suite, a fitness center, outdoor pool and more — situated next to restaurants, shops and a movie theater at Park West mall. Stay connected with free WiFi and feel more comfortable thanks to our pet-friendly policy. Keep up with work and group plans in our meeting space, and maintain your wardrobe with our laundry facility. For last-minute needs, you can always stop into our Homebase Market. We also offer free parking, and your guest room includes everything from a coffee maker to a flat-screen TV. We're located off State Hwy 101 along the New River, featuring scenic views and a riverwalk. You can reach top attractions like State Farm Stadium and Arizona State University West Valley Campus in minutes, while more entertainment can be found at Desert Diamond Casino - West Valley. You'll also be close to institutions like St. Joseph's Westgate Medical Center.

Everhome Suites Glendale Sports & Entertainment District

Desert Diamond Casino West Valley: Desert Diamond features all the latest and most exciting games, including over 1,400 slot machines and both electronic and live table games. Enjoy a variety of delicious options at our three fantastic restaurants, Food Court, and two bars, which offer craft beers and cocktails. Come discover why you can always expect more at Desert Diamond Casino West Valley! Desert Diamond Casino White Tanks: Welcome to our newest property, featuring all the latest and most exciting games, including over 900 slot machines and both electronic and live table games. The best of the best steakhouse, a gastropub, massive burgers, fresh tacos, and so much more awaits your palate. The Food Hall is packed with delectable bites, the pub will pour you craft beer, and Morton’s will spoil you in elegance.

Desert Diamond Casino & Entertainment

Make the most of your stay at the modern Residence Inn Phoenix Glendale Sports District. Our Phoenix hotel near Glendale Sports District has everything you need to stay comfortable. Recharge in our pet‑friendly suites featuring full kitchens, workspaces, and free WiFi. Start your day with our free breakfast, then enjoy lunch and dinner at nearby Glendale favorites like Native Grill and Wings, Yard House, and Salt Tacos y Tequila. Keep your routine going with a swim in our sparkling resort‑style pool or a workout in our 24‑hour fitness center, or head to Rio Vista Community Park for outdoor recreation. Explore top Glendale attractions including State Farm Stadium, Desert Diamond Casino, and Camelback Ranch. We’re also close to Luke AFB, Phoenix Raceway, and Desert Diamond Arena. With a convenient location and flexible onsite venues for up to 80 guests, our suites are an excellent choice for group travel. No matter how long you’re in town, enjoy your stay at Residence Inn Phoenix Glendale Sports District.

Residence Inn Phoenix Glendale Sports & Entertainment District

Find comfort at SpringHill Suites Phoenix Glendale Sports and Entertainment District. Our modern hotel in Glendale, Arizona, features West Elm-designed suites with a little extra space to recharge in style. Spread out and unwind with plush Marriott bedding, separate living areas, and in-suite kitchen features. Start your morning with our daily free breakfast, stay active in our fitness center, and relax by our resort-style pool. Maintain business as usual with free WiFi and in-suite workspaces, or host a meeting in our versatile event space. Get special group rates when you book 10 or more rooms, and simplify group travel with easy access to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Take advantage of our prime location near top attractions, including Desert Diamond Arena, State Farm Stadium, Camelback Ranch, and Luke Air Force Base. No matter what brings you here, enjoy your stay at SpringHill Suites Phoenix Glendale Sports and Entertainment District.

SpringHill Suites Phoenix Glendale Sports & Entertainment District

With two locations in Westgate (Glendale) and The Pavillions at Talking Stick (Scottsdale), PopStroke is an elevated mini golf and casual outdoor dining experience. PopStroke features two 18-hole putting courses, jumbotrons, and large TVs located all throughout the property, lively bars, a full-service scratch restaurant, and family-friendly amenities, including an ice cream parlor, a playground, and various outdoor games like cornhole and foosball. Technologically-enabled, PopStroke encourages people to order drinks and food anywhere on the course, use a digital scoreboard, and get your drinks delivered to you on the course with the PopStroke mobile app.

PopStroke Glendale

Named after The Wigwam’s venerated head golf pro for 42 years, Red Allen’s Bar & Grill offers a delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner destination overlooking the elegant, arched palms and rolling greens of the historic Gold and Patriot golf courses. No worries if you can’t tell the difference between a pitching wedge and a wedge of iceberg; everyone can appreciate the relaxed vibe and updated comfort food of Red Allen’s Bar & Grill. Soups, sandwiches, burgers, pulled chicken and other timeless favorites will be available at both lunch and dinner. Opening up to the patio, the bar welcomes all to relax and chat over a local microbrew and platters of savory appetizers. Join us at Red Allen’s Bar & Grill, where the casual atmosphere and soul-warming cuisine are truly a winning combination.

Red Allen's Bar & Grill at The Wigwam

Dynamic events within Arizona's premier development. The Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Conference Center provides the facilities, services and amenities to create an incredible meeting or event. Located next to Desert Diamond Arena, and State Farm Stadium, home of NFL Arizona Cardinals. Our experienced staff of event planners will assist you with the event space you need, as well as comfortable guest rooms, delectable catering, audiovisual resources and any additional requests you might have, all in the Southwest's largest mixed-use development, Westgate City Center. The 12-story hotel and conference center offers more than 95,000-sq.-ft. of meeting space uniquely designed in rich colors inspired by desert sunsets and splashed with contemporary accents and furnishings.

Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center

Change it up at Aloft® Hotels Glendale at Westgate. We are a bold hotel in the Westgate area, offering unique experiences to guests and visitors of the Westgate Entertainment District. Discover a vibrant stay at our hotel in Glendale, AZ near top attractions and nightlife.

Aloft by Marriott Glendale at Westgate

Andretti Indoor Karting and Games is bringing Glendale the ultimate entertainment experience! Get your adrenaline pumping with our high-speed electric Superkarts racing on a multi-level track, 100+ State of the Art Arcade Games, Hologate VR, Hyperdeck VR, Racing Simulators, a Two-story Laser Tag arena, Duckpin Bowling, and a 7D Xperience Motion Theater. When you need to refuel, enjoy fresh from scratch American Classics from our full restaurant, along with local craft beer and specialty cocktails from our Full Bar. Looking for a place to host your next event? Our 8,000 sq ft of event space and In-House Catering will make it a party to remember! We are now pre-booking for parties/ events so contact us today.

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Glendale

You may call us “The Pint”. You might even call us “CP.” But whatever you call us, Crooked Pint Ale House will soon be your favorite place to get together with friends over a cold beer and a hot meal. (Try one of our Juicy Lucys- you’ll be hooked for sure!) Everyone will feel welcome and right at home at Crooked Pint!

Crooked Pint Ale House

It's time to go beyond. Follow trails that reveal mighty mountaintops. Wander among iconic landscapes beneath picture-perfect skies. Let the Sonoran Desert be your guide to limitless adventure.

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From September 25 – November 1, the desert transforms into 13 acres of fall fun—featuring The Big Dig, an interactive industrial excavator attraction, The Desert Scavenger Hunt with eight towering 10-ft pumpkins to find, ziplines, apple cannons, the Adopt-a-Pumpkin Program, delicious food, unique photo ops, and so much more!

Entrance is located off the corner of Greenway & Bullard. Gate Entrance Closes Nightly at 9:30 p.m.

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