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Surprise Fiesta Grande returns to Mark Coronado Park on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 5 to 10 p.m., per the city calendar. The city bills it as an evening celebrating Hispanic culture, community and tradition, with authentic Mexican food, live music and folklorico dancing, a car show, lucha libre wrestling, pinatas, a petting zoo, inflatables and activities for all ages. The park is at 15960 N. Bullard Ave. The event is sponsored by Felix Construction. Six days later the city runs Pumpkin Splash at the Surprise Aquatic Center, 5 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 16, a swim among floating pumpkins with one to decorate and take home.
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The City of Surprise’s Fall 2026 magazine schedules Sparkling Surprise at Surprise Community Park from Dec. 4 through 27, nightly from 5:30 to 10 p.m. The holiday display includes themed light areas and festive photo opportunities. Check the city’s event page for updates before planning a visit.
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Greg Fitzsimmons performs at the Playhouse at The Vista Center for the Arts in Surprise on Friday, November 6, 2026, with separate shows at 6 and 8 p.m. The venue is at 15660 N. Parkview Place. Surprise Arts warns that the performance may include mature language, adult humor and themes unsuitable for some audiences. Parking is free; venue doors open one hour before each show and theater doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Use the official event page for ticket prices, availability and venue rules.
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Cirque Kalabanté performs Afrique en Cirque on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 4 p.m. on the main stage at The Vista Center for the Arts, 15660 N. Parkview Place in Surprise. Inspired by life in Guinea, the show combines acrobatics, human pyramids and choreography with live Afro-jazz, percussion and kora. Surprise Arts lists it among its all-ages performances. Follow the city’s event page to the official ticket seller for current prices and availability.
