Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill is planning its flagship Arizona restaurant at 2218 E. Williams Field Road. The chain runs 18 locations, all of them in California, so Gilbert would be its first outside the state. The menu runs to smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, grilled steaks, seafood and burgers; an Arizona menu has not been released. The company says it expects to open in early fall 2027 and has not set an exact date.
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Spice Events hosts a Halloween night market on October 30, 2026, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at The Learning Experience - Gilbert-Higley, 3111 E. Pecos Road. The organizer lists local vendors, handmade goods, food and treats, plus a free Halloween crafting table for kids and families. Admission is free and costumes are encouraged. A free Eventbrite RSVP is recommended to help the organizer plan attendance; shopping and food purchases are separate.
Source: Spice Events / EventbriteThe Gilbert Heritage District. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0
Friends for Life Animal Rescue lists its 28th annual BARKtoberfest for October 31, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gilbert Civic Center, 50 E. Civic Center Drive. The organizer also lists a fundraising lure course during the event. Check its event information for activity details and any fees before heading out.
Source: Friends for Life Animal RescueThe Gilbert Heritage District. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Tony the Marine ( talk ) · CC BY-SA 3.0
Cactus Keys Dueling Pianos performs Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Earnhardt San Tan Pavilion Stage on the lawn at Verde at Cooley Station in Gilbert. Admission to the Verde Vibes concert is free. Bring a lawn chair; the organizer also lists vendors and Stella’s Ice Cream Truck. Plan separately for food and vendor purchases.
Source: Verde at Cooley Station / Discover Gilbert
