Cacti in White Tank Mountain Regional Park near Waddell. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Venske · CC BY-SA 3.0
White Tank Library invites families to donate children’s outgrown Halloween costumes and choose another costume at two remaining sessions in 2026: October 23 from 10 a.m. to noon; and October 26 from 3 to 5 p.m. Costume collection runs through October 26. The swap takes place in the Library Event Room at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road in Waddell, with no registration required. The listing does not specify whether a donation is required to select a costume; check with the library about swap conditions and available sizes.
This brief records the information reported on Oct 13, 2026. Opening dates and operating details may have changed.
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Cacti in White Tank Mountain Regional Park near Waddell. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Venske · CC BY-SA 3.0
White Tank Mountain Regional Park lists a bird walk with Tom Locascio on October 24, 2026, from 6:30 to 10 a.m., followed by a Nature Center presentation. Meet at the Nature Center, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road. Registration is required and limited to 12 people; call 602-506-2930, extension 5, to ask about availability. Pets are not allowed, except service animals. Check the park for applicable entry fees. Check the park listing before visiting for weather-related changes.
Source: Maricopa County Parks and RecreationCacti in White Tank Mountain Regional Park near Waddell. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Venske · CC BY-SA 3.0
Waddell Farmers Market is at American Leadership Academy, 17608 W. Olive Ave., on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The organizer confirms October 11, 18 and 25, 2026, on its calendar. Admission is free, with produce, food trucks and local vendors; purchases cost extra and the lineup changes weekly. The seasonal market runs October through April, with holiday closures listed by the organizer. Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome.
Source: Get Local Arizona EventsCacti in White Tank Mountain Regional Park near Waddell. Area context photograph; the business or event in this story is not pictured. Photo: Venske · CC BY-SA 3.0
Ranger Eric leads a Creatures of the Night hike on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., meeting at White Tank Mountain Regional Park’s Waterfall Trailhead in Waddell. The first half-mile is paved; the final 0.4 mile has rocky or uneven sections. Registration is limited to 20 people: call 602-506-2930, extension 5, by Oct. 19 to ask about space. Bring a flashlight, water and sturdy footwear; check the park listing for weather-related changes.
