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Balloons glow on the field at the Sports Complex for the Halloween Monster Bash and Balloon Glow

Peoria offers events that both a spectator and a participant will enjoy. Community family events can be found throughout the year celebrating Easter, Halloween, winter holidays, 4th of July and the city's heritage. You say you like music? How about concerts featuring national and local acts under the stars at the Peoria Sports Complex or right down the road at Cricket Pavilion. If you enjoy playing or watching baseball, a variety of local, regional or national tournaments are offered throughout the year. How about professional baseball? Starting in late February, The San Diego Padres and the Seattle Mariners get ready for the regular season with spring training at the Peoria Sports Complex. A game a day in the month of March brings in such teams as the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Chicago Cubs, San Francisco Giants, Colorado Rockies, Texas Rangers, Kansas City Royals, Oakland A's, Milwaukee Brewers, Chicago White Sox, and the Arizona Diamondbacks. Cactus League baseball treats fans with major league baseball in a minor league setting. With sun all year round, there is something for everyone in Peoria.

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May  2013

Date:
April 17-May 31
Event: Mariners Extended Spring Training
Time: 10:30 am weekdays; 10 am Saturdays
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Watch Seattle Mariners Minor League players in Extended Spring Training. Games are played on the Practice Fields weekdays at 10:30 am and Saturdays at 10 am. The San Diego Padres will be based at Surprise Recreation Campus for the 2013 season. For more information and team schedules visit www.peoriasportscomplex.com or call (623) 773-8700.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.peoriasportscomplex.com/sportscontent4.aspx?id=30544

Date:
May 25-27
Event: USSSA Memorial Day Classic NIT
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Top Choice Baseball youth tournament. USSSA World Series Qualifier. For more information, visit www.topchoicebaseball.com.
Contact Person: Top Choice Baseball
Contact Phone: 520-405-2880
Web Link:

Date:
May 30-June 2
Event: Four Corner Classic Baseball Tournament
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: This 14th annual Classic Baseball Tournament features three wood bat divisions – 18 & under,16 & under and 14 & under. Admission is $6 per day with 18 and under free. Tournament/weekend passes available. For more information call (602) 978-2929 or visit www.azfallclassic.com.
Contact Person: Classic Baseball
Contact Phone: 602-978-2929
Web Link:
azfallclassic.com/events/four-corner-classic/

June  2013

Date:
May 30-June 2
Event: Four Corner Classic Baseball Tournament
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: This 14th annual Classic Baseball Tournament features three wood bat divisions – 18 & under,16 & under and 14 & under. Admission is $6 per day with 18 and under free. Tournament/weekend passes available. For more information call (602) 978-2929 or visit www.azfallclassic.com.
Contact Person: Classic Baseball
Contact Phone: 602-978-2929
Web Link:
azfallclassic.com/events/four-corner-classic/

Date:
June 8-9
Event: USSSA Arizona State Championship
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Top Choice Baseball youth tournament. For additional information visit www.topchoicebaseball.com.
Contact Person: Top Choice Baseball
Contact Phone: 520-405-2880
Web Link:

Date:
June 10-July 22
Event: Collegiate Wood Bat League Play
Time: 5 pm & 7:30 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: This summer collegiate baseball league is an opportunity for all NCAA Division 1, 2, & 3, NAIA, and JUCO players from around the country to play during their schools off-season. Players are combined to form teams and games are played Monday-Friday on the Padres Practice Fields. For more information, please visit www.azsummerball.com.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.azsummerball.com.

Date:
June 13-16
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Prescott Federals vs. Peoria Explorers. This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www,freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

Date:
June 14-16
Event: Classic Qualifier
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Hosted by Classic Baseball this tournament allows participating teams of 2014 and under players (current Juniors) to qualify for the 2013 Arizona Senior Fall Classic. The top 2 finalists will be extended invitations to showcase their players at the prestigious AZ Senior Fall Classic to be held October 10-13. Teams will compete in pool play and advance to elimination round with 4 game guarantee. This will be a very competitive event and a great opportunity for players to be seen by professional scouts and college coaches. For more information, visit www.azfallclassic.com or call (602)978-2929.
Contact Person: Classic Baseball
Contact Phone: 602-978-2929
Web Link:
azfallclassic.com/events/2013-classic-qual/

Date:
June 16
Event: City of Peoria Father's Day Run
Time: 7:00a.m.- 11:00a.m.
Location: Rio Vista Community Park
Description: Kick off Dad's special day right by getting out and running as a family. The Father's Day 4 Miler is designed to celebrate Dad's day off with the family!
Contact Person: Jeff Crane
Contact Phone: (623) 773-7186
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.gov/running

Date:
June 20
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Phoenix Prospectors vs. Peoria Explorers. This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

Date:
June 21-August 28
Event: Mariners AZ Summer Rookie League
Time: 7 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Rookie League rosters are limited to 30 active players for any given game (total roster limit of 35 active). Players participating in this league may have no more than two years of prior Minor League experience. Free admission and parking. Games are played in the main stadium or on the Practice Fields. Due to construction, the Padres will play at Surprise Recreation Campus this season. For more information and a schedule visit www.peoriasportscomplex.com or call (623) 773-8700.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.peoriasportscomplex.com/sportscontent4.aspx?id=30546

Date:
June 21-July 5
Event: USA Baseball 14U, 15U & 17U Championships West
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: This prestigious invitation only tournament will bring 52 teams for the 14U division (June 30-July 5), 64 teams for the 15U division (June 21-29) and 64 teams for the 17U division (June 21-29) from all across the country. Select players from this tournament will be invited to the 15U National Team Trials and 14U and 17U National Team Development Programs. Daily admission $10, weekly pass $40. For more information, call (919) 474-8721 or visit www.usabaseball.com.
Contact Person: USA Baseball
Contact Phone: 919-474-8721
Web Link:
web.usabaseball.com/article.jsp?ymd=20121102&content_id=40145142&vkey=news_usab

Date:
June 23
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Phoenix Prospectors vs. Peoria Explorers. This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

July  2013

Date:
June 10-July 22
Event: Collegiate Wood Bat League Play
Time: 5 pm & 7:30 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: This summer collegiate baseball league is an opportunity for all NCAA Division 1, 2, & 3, NAIA, and JUCO players from around the country to play during their schools off-season. Players are combined to form teams and games are played Monday-Friday on the Padres Practice Fields. For more information, please visit www.azsummerball.com.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.azsummerball.com.

Date:
June 21-August 28
Event: Mariners AZ Summer Rookie League
Time: 7 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Rookie League rosters are limited to 30 active players for any given game (total roster limit of 35 active). Players participating in this league may have no more than two years of prior Minor League experience. Free admission and parking. Games are played in the main stadium or on the Practice Fields. Due to construction, the Padres will play at Surprise Recreation Campus this season. For more information and a schedule visit www.peoriasportscomplex.com or call (623) 773-8700.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.peoriasportscomplex.com/sportscontent4.aspx?id=30546

Date:
June 21-July 5
Event: USA Baseball 14U, 15U & 17U Championships West
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: This prestigious invitation only tournament will bring 52 teams for the 14U division (June 30-July 5), 64 teams for the 15U division (June 21-29) and 64 teams for the 17U division (June 21-29) from all across the country. Select players from this tournament will be invited to the 15U National Team Trials and 14U and 17U National Team Development Programs. Daily admission $10, weekly pass $40. For more information, call (919) 474-8721 or visit www.usabaseball.com.
Contact Person: USA Baseball
Contact Phone: 919-474-8721
Web Link:
web.usabaseball.com/article.jsp?ymd=20121102&content_id=40145142&vkey=news_usab

Date:
July 4
Event: All American Festival
Time: 5 pm - 10 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: The 30th annual July 4th celebration hosted by the city of Peoria is located in the main stadium and Mariners Practice Fields. Enjoy great entertainment on multiple stages. The event features a Kids Zone, Water Zone, Sonic Footlong Hot Dog Eating Contest, plenty of family friendly activities and a spectacular fireworks display at approximately 9:15 pm. Admission is $5 (children 12 and under are free). Free parking. No alcohol or glass containers allowed into the event. Beer and concessions will be available for purchase. For more information, call (623) 773-8700 or visit www.peoriasportscomplex.com.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.peoriasportscomplex.com/sportscontent.aspx?id=38680

Date:
July 6-7
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Phoenix Prospectors vs. Peoria Explorers. This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www,freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

Date:
July 11-14
Event: Arizona 18U Summer Classic Baseball Tournament
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: In conjunction with Classic Baseball, this wood bat tournament features Class of 2013 and under teams. For more information or to register, visit www.peoriasportscomplex.com or call (623) 773-8700.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.peoriasportscomplex.com/sportscontent4.aspx?id=36670

Date:
July 18-21
Event: Arizona 16U Summer Classic Baseball Tournament
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: In conjunction with Classic Baseball, this wood bat tournament features 16 & under teams. For more information or to register, visit www.peoriasportscomplex.com or call (623) 773-8700.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.peoriasportscomplex.com/sportscontent4.aspx?id=36670

Date:
July 25-28
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Phoenix Prospectors vs. Peoria Explorers. This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

August  2013

Date:
August 8-11
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Prescott Federals vs. Peoria Explorers. This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

Date:
August 15-18
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Phoenix Prospectors vs. Peoria Explorers. This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

Date:
August 20-25
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Hilo, Hawaii vs. Peoria Explorers. This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

Date:
August 28-31
Event: Freedom Professional Baseball League - Playoffs/Championship
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: This independent professional baseball league consists of four teams. The Peoria Explorers play home games at the complex. Tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Child/Senior/Military. Free parking. Concessions will be available for purchase. Gates open 1 hour prior to game. For more information call (480) 946-0211 or visit www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com.
Contact Person: Freedom Pro League
Contact Phone: 480-946-0211
Web Link:
www.freedomprofessionalbaseballleague.com

Date:
August 31-September 2
Event: USSSA Labor Day Kick-Off NIT Baseball Tournament
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Hosted by Top Choice Baseball, this is a USSSA World Series Qualifier. For additional information visit www.topchoicebaseball.com.
Contact Person: Top Choice Baseball
Contact Phone: 520-405-2880
Web Link:

September  2013

Date:
August 31-September 2
Event: USSSA Labor Day Kick-Off NIT Baseball Tournament
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Hosted by Top Choice Baseball, this is a USSSA World Series Qualifier. For additional information visit www.topchoicebaseball.com.
Contact Person: Top Choice Baseball
Contact Phone: 520-405-2880
Web Link:

October  2013

Date:
October 26
Event: Halloween Monster Bash
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Activities include a Parade of Costumes contest, a hay maze, trick or treating, carnival games, make-n-take crafts, entertainment and much more. Free admission with canned food item to benefit St. Mary's/Westside Food Bank Alliance. Some activities have a nominal fee. For more information, call (623) 773-8700 or visit www.peoriasportscomplex.com.
Contact Person: Operations Office
Contact Phone: 623-773-8700
Web Link:
www.peoriasportscomplex.com/sportscontent.aspx?id=38626

Date:
October 26
Event: City of Peoria Halloween Marathon
Time: 8:00a.m.- 11:00a.m.
Location: Rio Vista Community Park
Description: Kick off a new tradition with the first running of the City of Peoria Halloween Marathon. Get your holiday season kicked off with a challenge. Taking place on the New River Trail, the course will allow runner to complete the entire run without crossing traffic, jumping onto sidewalks, or worrying about cars!
Contact Person: Jeff Crane
Contact Phone: (623) 773-7186
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.gov/running

November  2013

Date:
November 9
Event: City of Peoria Veterans Day Run
Time: 8:00a.m.- 11:00a.m.
Location: Rio Vista Community Park
Description: Help us honor those that have given so much to our country. The Veterans Day Run will be part of the City of Peoria Veterans Day Recognition Ceremony at Rio Vista Community Park.
Contact Person: Jeff Crane
Contact Phone: (623) 773-7186
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.gov/running

December  2013

January  2014

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