Shopping & Dining - Historic Downtown Glendale has been named by USA Today & Sunset Magazine as one of the country's ten best places for antique shopping but savvy shoppers also find a medley of imports, jewelry, art, crafts, collectables, and bath and body accessories. In fact, Historic Downtown Glendale is actually two neighborhoods - Historic Catlin Court with its white picket fences and mature shade trees welcoming visitors to the Bungalows-turned-specialty shops, and Old Towne boasting brick-trimmed sidewalks and glowing gaslights leading the way to the famous antique stores. The neighborhoods span 10 square blocks which can easily be strolled in an afternoon. Culinary enthusiasts will find a wide variety of ethnic eateries in the Historic Downtown Glendale Dining District. Sample Asian, Polish, German and Mexican cuisine. Our famous tearooms will provide an afternoon delight.

In addition to Historic Downtown, shoppers can also delight at one of the largest malls in the region - the beautifully-designed Arrowhead Towne Center. Conveniently located just off the Loop 101 freeway, the mall features water fountains,a movie theater and more than 170 shops and restaurants. And for entertainment, the Bell Road Corridor is home to an enviable collection of rave restaurants and must-see shops.

Sports - Home to the 2008 Super Bowl! Crack of the bat. Rev of the engine. Thud of a perfect tackle. Crunch of a shoulder into the glass. Forget your serenity CD, these are the new sounds of the desert. Or at least in the desert of Arizona Avenues - an area fast becoming the nation's newest sports mecca with a lineup of professional football, hockey, lacrosse, baseball, auto racing and home to the 2007 Fiesta Bowl and BCS Championship and the 2008 Super Bowl - all of which exude, embrace and even fuel, that famous Arizona Heat.

Heritage History Art & Culture - Cowboys, farmers, ranchers and Native Americans wove the fabric that is the Glendale of today and visitors are afforded a number of ways to catch a glimpse of these pioneers at the many cultural and heritage attractions within the city. Preserving one of the Valley's oldest and most magnificent ranches, Historic Sahuaro Ranch consists of 13 original buildings and a huge rose garden. Palm trees wave above the red brick facade of the Main House, and peacocks now roam the grounds where chickens and livestock used to graze. Known as the "Showplace of the Valley," Historic Sahuaro Ranch offers exhibits and guided tours, keeping alive the history of early settlement in the Valley.

Nature & Adventure - Glendale is also a playground for the outdoor and athletic enthusiast. Thunderbird Mountain Park hugs the northern edge of the community and welcomes hikers and bikers of all abilities. Views from the top include beautiful Arrowhead Ranch, a community of homes, parks and lakes as well as one of the wealthiest zip codes in the state.

Because of its 300-plus days of sunshine each year, Glendale is also home to the world's largest fighter-pilot training facility, Luke Air Force Base. The base is home to more than 300 aircraft, and a number of its 8,000 personnel can be seen zipping through the sunset daily.

Phoenix - The Phoenix metropolitan area, known as the Valley of the Sun, is home to almost 3 million people and includes the cities of Scottsdale, Tempe, Glendale and Mesa. The area's explosive growth over the last decade has made it one the largest metropolitan areas in the country.

Scottsdale - Scottsdale is one of the Southwest's premier resort destinations. This young, active and wealthy community borders Phoenix to the east and north. With more than 170 golf courses, 11,000 hotel rooms, and 500 restaurants, millions of people come to enjoy the spas and resorts in Scottsdale each year.

Glendale Glitters Holiday Light Display (November - January) - Historic Downtown Glendale comes to life each holiday season with the addition of nearly one-million multi-colored twinkling holiday lights located throughout a twelve-block area that includes the Old Towne and Catlin Court Districts. Arizona's Best Hometown Holiday tradition shines brightly from 6-10 p.m. all nights. Admission and parking are free.

Glendale Chocolate Affaire (February) - An upscale festival of chocolate and romance, gourmet cuisine and beverages, horse drawn carriage rides, national entertainment and tours of Cerreta Candy Company. Admission and parking are free.