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Surprise Party schedules two holiday evenings December 4 and 5

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The City of Surprise’s Fall 2026 Progress magazine schedules Surprise Party for December 4 and 5, from 5 to 9 p.m. each evening at Surprise Recreation Campus. The city lists the event among its free family celebrations, with Santa visits, holiday activities, entertainment, food and a shopping village. Admission is free; budget separately for food and shopping, and check the city’s event page for the latest program before visiting.

This brief records the information reported on Nov 1, 2026. Opening dates and operating details may have changed.

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