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Rise and shine, Surprise!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Mecum Auctions returns, Thunderbirds at Luke Days, and Out of the Park Music Fest + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
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📰 In the news
Bids, broadcasts and big collections: Mecum Auctions returns to Glendale today at State Farm Stadium, kicking off five days with an estimated 2,000 vehicles, from rare Shelby Cobras to classics, plus a kid-friendly Adventure Zone — see broadcast info and highlights.
Giving back on the menu: Mission BBQ plans a new spot at 7350 W Bell Rd in Glendale, bringing patriotic barbecue and community support to the West Valley. Surprise neighbors won’t have far to go — get all the details.
Stronger foundations for growth: Litix Legal was selected as a vendor for the Arizona Commerce Authority’s SSBCI Technical Assistance Program, bringing no-cost legal help to eligible startups in Surprise, from formation to capital readiness — see the services available.
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Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Small jungle energy: Little Plant Market is that neighborhood stop where you wander in for ‘just one’ and stroll out with a cheerful philodendron, a handmade pot, and a budding obsession. They host laid-back workshops, perfect for sharpening plant skills and meeting fellow green thumbs.
Craving slurpable comfort: When noodle weather hits (aka any day ending in y), PokeMaki Ramen serves steaming bowls of ramen, plus backup options like poke and sushi burritos, ideal for an easy weeknight win without crossing half the Valley, all with a cozy, low-key vibe.
Press start IRL: If your inner ’90s kid wants a rematch, Player 1 Arcade packs rotating retro cabinets and pinball to scratch the high-score itch, plus a laid-back neighborhood vibe that turns weeknights into victory laps. Friends drift in, time disappears, and it all feels like practice.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🔨 Mecum Auctions Glendale 2026 @ State Farm Stadium | Tuesday (3/17) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve ever wanted to see State Farm Stadium swap end zones for exhaust notes, Mecum’s big auction is your playground. About 2,000 classics, American muscle, exotics, motorcycles, and Road Art roll in, alongside deep pockets and better stories. Browse, bid, or gawk, no judgment.
🇨 Passport to Chile @ Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant | Tuesday (3/17) at 7:00 PM – Trade green beer for a Passport to Chile wine club pairing dinner right here in Surprise, where bold reds, crisp whites, and conversation do the heavy lifting. Think thoughtfully curated courses, generous pours, and the kind of evening that reminds you why we stay put.
🤠 Mercados and Melodies (Country Night) 2026 @ Civic Center Park (Avondale) | Friday (3/20) at 10:00 AM – Mercados and Melodies is turning the amphitheater into a country night market with handcrafted goods, live twang, and plenty to nibble. Dust off your boots, pretend your step count is line dancing, and browse local makers between songs.
✈ Luke Days 2026 @ Luke Air Force Base (Glendale) | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Airshow season is back, and Luke AFB is kicking it off with the Thunderbirds roaring overhead. It’s free, it’s loud, plus aerobatic candy like Aarron Deliu’s Extra 330, Ed Hamill’s Pitts, Tora Tora Tora, and the Pink Jet. Pack sunscreen, patience, and earplugs.
🎸 Out of the Park Music Fest 2026 @ Mark Coronado Park Surprise, AZ | Saturday (3/21) at 3:00 PM – Close out Spring Training in Surprise with eight hours of live music from Russell Dickerson, Niko Moon, plus a multi-genre mix of national and local acts. Expect food trucks, oversized yard games, and family-friendly fun. Your lawn can wait, your knees will forgive you tomorrow.
🎭 Pretty Woman – The Musical @ Arizona Broadway Theatre (Peoria) | Saturday (3/21) at 7:30 PM – Pretty Woman The Musical is strutting into Arizona Broadway Theatre with big vocals, bigger romance, and enough glitz to make Arrowhead Mall blush. You know the story, now enjoy it live, with strong cocktails, comfy seats, and zero judgment for humming along.
🏃 2026 AZ Walk of Courage 10K – 5K – 1M @ Rio Vista Community Park (Peoria) | Sunday (3/22) at 9:00 AM – Stretch your legs at Rio Vista Park in Peoria with a 10K, 5K, or the respectable 1-miler, and back a community that stands with burn survivors. Chip timing, a shiny medal, a dri-fit tee, and a runner’s brunch of fruit, granola, and humble bragging included.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Surprise report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 92°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 92. North northeast wind around 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. South southeast wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 97°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 97. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 64. North northwest wind around 5 mph.
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