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The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Casa Grande Art Museum lists Holiday Mart for November 27 and 28

Casa Grande Art Museum’s 2026 season calendar lists the Casa Grande Art Association Holiday Mart for November 27 and 28 at the museum, 319 W. Third St. An Art Association exhibit precedes it November 6 through 21. The museum’s regular hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; separate Holiday Mart hours and admission terms are not listed. Check the museum’s event page for those details closer to the dates.

Source: Casa Grande Art Museum
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Vista Grande Library plans a teen Halloween celebration October 31

Vista Grande Library will host a Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. at 1556 N. Arizola Road in Casa Grande. The city invites teens ages 13 to 18 and their families for stories, crafts, games, treats and costumes. The four-room haunted house is for ages 13 and older; a separate area will offer games and crafts for parents and younger children.

Source: City of Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Casa Grande’s free Downtown Halloween Stroll is October 31 on Florence Street

Casa Grande Main Street’s Downtown Halloween Stroll is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Florence Street in Historic Downtown Casa Grande. Admission is free. Local businesses will hand out candy to children along the street. Check the organizer’s event listing for updates before visiting.

Source: Casa Grande Main Street
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Casa Grande airport hosts its October 31 Fly-In Breakfast

Casa Grande’s municipal airport has a Fly-In Breakfast scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, from 7 to 10 a.m. at 3225 N. Lear Ave. The city invites residents to have breakfast alongside local aviators and enjoy views of aircraft. Its calendar does not list meal prices; check the city listing for event details before heading out.

Source: City of Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Territorial Party brings a free tailgate celebration to Casa Grande November 21

Territorial Party III is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Casa Grande Recreation Center. The organizer lists free admission, tailgate games, a pep rally, live entertainment and a DJ, with food available for purchase. The Wildcats-and-Sun Devils themed gathering supports the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sun Corridor. Check the organizer’s page for updates and food details.

Source: Territorial Party / Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sun Corridor
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Casa Grande sets Dec. 5 Electric Light Parade, with entries due Nov. 4

Casa Grande has scheduled its free Electric Light Parade for Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026, beginning at 5:45 p.m. along Florence Boulevard. Before the parade, Glow Before the Show runs from 2 to 5 p.m. at Peart Park with a children's market, holiday activities and Santa photos; join the Santa line by 4:30 p.m. Organizations planning a parade entry have a Nov. 4 registration deadline and mandatory entry meeting that day. The city says additional parking and accessible-viewing details will follow.

Source: City of Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Casa Grande hosts a parks and recreation open house October 26

See park and trail improvements and ask about future recreation projects at a community open house on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Dave White Golf Course Clubhouse, 2121 N. Thornton Road. City staff will discuss playgrounds, pickleball courts, trails and recreation bond projects, with opportunities for residents to ask questions and share ideas.

Source: City of Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Proposed 954-acre Casa Grande data center gets a conditional-use permit

Casa Grande’s Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional-use permit Oct. 1 for the proposed Grande Valley Data Center campus, south of Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway between Montgomery Road and the Midway Road alignment. The city says no operator has been identified, and this approval does not authorize construction. The proposal includes onsite power generation and battery storage; permit conditions cover water reporting, noise and other impacts. Further development reviews and permits are required before building can begin.

Source: City of Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Casa Grande schedules downtown streetlight construction for Oct. 26

Decorative streetlights and underground electrical improvements are coming to Historic Downtown Casa Grande. The city schedules construction to begin Oct. 26, with completion anticipated by August 2027, generally between Marshall Street, 2nd Street and Florence Boulevard. Businesses will remain open with pedestrian and customer access maintained, but visitors should expect temporary lane restrictions and reduced parking. Planned work hours are Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., subject to changes.

Source: City of Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Dave White Park adds 12 pickleball courts with an Oct. 12 celebration

Casa Grande plans to celebrate 12 new pickleball courts at Dave White Park, 2121 N. Thornton Road, at 9 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12. The free public event starts with a short ceremony and first serve, followed by play and morning giveaways. The expansion brings the park to 24 courts. Bring a paddle; the city welcomes beginners as well as experienced players.

Source: City of Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Casa Grande's free Oktoberfest ends with fireworks Saturday

The 5th annual Casa Grande Oktoberfest takes over Carr-McNatt Park, 1115 N. Brown Ave., on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 4 to 9 p.m. Admission is free. Expect live entertainment, a beer garden, German-inspired food, food trucks, carnival rides, a free Kids Zone and a fireworks show. The Rotary Club of Casa Grande hosts it to mark its 100th year, and proceeds support local scholarships.

Source: Pinal County calendar
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande
The historic Paramount Theatre in Casa Grande. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Casa Grande's free Halloween Harvest Festival is Thursday, Oct. 22

One of Casa Grande's longest-running traditions, more than 50 years old, returns Thursday, Oct. 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Paul Mason Sports Complex, 2525 N. Pinal Ave. Look for a Trick or Treat Village, costume contest, haunted hayride, inflatables and food trucks. Admission and parking are free; enter on Rodeo Road.

Source: City of Casa Grande
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