Things to do with kids in Glendale, AZ (October 2026)
Updated · Listings last checked · Covers next 30 days (from Oct 17) plus places open most days · Past events drop off automatically
Quick answer: We list 7 kid-friendly places in Glendale (7 free, 3 indoor) and 9 family events in the next 30 days, including 6 Halloween or fall events. This weekend (Sat, Oct 17 – Sun, Oct 18): Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze at Tolmachoff Farms and Halloween ComicFest — Glendale Civic Center.
Glendale pairs historic Sahuaro Ranch Park, with its roaming peacocks and free Main House tours, with desert trails at Thunderbird Conservation Park, busy public libraries and downtown traditions like Glendale Glitters.
Everything below is located in Glendale and was checked on the official website. Events in the next 30 days are listed first, then places that are open most days. The search below starts with Glendale only. Tick "Include nearby" to add towns within 10 miles.
Halloween & fall events in Glendale
Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze at Tolmachoff Farms
- When
- Sat, Oct 17 – Sat, Oct 31 (Wednesdays–Sundays through Oct 31) · Wed–Thu 1–8pm · Fri 1–10pm · Sat 10am–10pm · Sun 10am–8pm
- Cost
- $20 per person (1 & under free)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Big pumpkin patch, family and mini corn mazes, petting zoo, jumping pillow and play areas. (Separate haunted maze is for older kids/adults.)
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Halloween ComicFest — Glendale Civic Center
- When
- Sat, Oct 17 · 5–8pm
- Cost
- Not stated. See the official page.
- Ages
- All ages · Indoor + outdoor
Velma Teague Library and Drawn to Comics host free comics, local comic artists, cosplay photos, games and crafts. Costumes encouraged.
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Día de Muertos Community Altar — Glendale Main Library
- When
- Mon, Oct 19 – Wed, Nov 4 (Oct 19 – Nov 4, during library hours) · During library hours
- Cost
- Not stated. See the official page.
- Ages
- All ages · Indoor
Add photos, messages and symbolic items to the library’s community ofrenda honoring loved ones.
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Boo Bash! — Foothills Library
- When
- Mon, Oct 26 · 4–5pm
- Cost
- Not stated. See the official page.
- Ages
- All ages (families) · Indoor + outdoor
Halloween games and crafts for the whole family in the youth department and patio. Come dressed in your Halloween best.
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Not "Beary" Scary Halloween — Glendale Main Library
- When
- Tue, Oct 27 · 10:30–11:30am
- Cost
- Not stated. See the official page.
- Ages
- Ages 0-5 · Indoor
Games, crafts and a short storytime for preschoolers, toddlers and caregivers. Costumes optional.
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Heroes of Halloween — Heroes Regional Park Library
- When
- Thu, Oct 29 · 5–7pm
- Cost
- Not stated. See the official page.
- Ages
- All ages · Indoor + outdoor
Halloween crafts and activities plus a chance to meet local heroes. Costumes encouraged.
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Other upcoming events in Glendale
LiVE! @ Murphy Park
- When
- Sat, Oct 24 · Starts 5pm
- Cost
- Not stated. See the official page.
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Live bands and performers with yard games and interactive art booths in Historic Downtown Glendale.
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Shape Up Us Family Fun Community Event
- When
- Sat, Nov 7 · 9am–3pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Free community celebration with a 1K fun walk, 5K fun run, a ninja warrior obstacle course and a giant pickleball lesson.
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Movies By Moonlight — Rose Lane Park
- When
- Fri, Nov 13 · Evening; see official page
- Cost
- Not stated. See the official page.
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
City of Glendale family movie night in the park. Bring blankets.
✓ Checked Oct 17, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Beat the heat & rainy days: indoor places
Glendale Main Library
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Next to Sahuaro Ranch Park; kids’ crafts and storytimes on the library calendar
✓ Details checked Oct 17, 2026 on the official website
Heroes Regional Park Library (Glendale)
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Inside Heroes Regional Park
✓ Details checked Oct 17, 2026 on the official website
Foothills Library (Glendale)
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
✓ Details checked Oct 17, 2026 on the official website
Parks and outdoor & indoor-outdoor places
Sahuaro Ranch Park
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Playgrounds, rose garden, historic ranch buildings and roaming peacocks; free Main House tours Sat 10am–2pm and Sun 1–4pm (Sept–July); park 6am–10pm, historic area 6am–sunset
✓ Details checked Oct 17, 2026 on the official website
Glendale Heroes Regional Park
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
81 acres with a lake, playgrounds, a free splash pad, X-Court and archery range; 6am–10pm
✓ Details checked Oct 17, 2026 on the official website
Foothills Park (Glendale)
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Two playgrounds, a skate court and a dog park next to Foothills Library; 6am–10pm
✓ Details checked Oct 17, 2026 on the official website
Thunderbird Conservation Park
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 4–17+ (our guidance)
About 15 miles of desert trails, sunrise to sunset; the 59th Ave trailhead is closed for construction through Dec 2026, trails stay open
✓ Details checked Oct 17, 2026 on the official website
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do with kids in Glendale this weekend?
For Sat, Oct 17 – Sun, Oct 18: Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze at Tolmachoff Farms (Sat, Oct 17 – Sat, Oct 31, Glendale, $20 per person (1 & under free)); Halloween ComicFest — Glendale Civic Center (Sat, Oct 17, Glendale).
What are free things to do with kids in Glendale?
Free places: Sahuaro Ranch Park, Glendale Main Library, Glendale Heroes Regional Park, Heroes Regional Park Library (Glendale), Foothills Park (Glendale), Foothills Library (Glendale), and 1 more. Free events coming up: Shape Up Us Family Fun Community Event (Sat, Nov 7, Glendale, Free).
What can kids do indoors in Glendale when it's too hot or raining?
Glendale Main Library, Heroes Regional Park Library (Glendale) and Foothills Library (Glendale).
What Halloween events are in Glendale in 2026?
Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze at Tolmachoff Farms (Sat, Oct 17 – Sat, Oct 31, Glendale, $20 per person (1 & under free)); Halloween ComicFest — Glendale Civic Center (Sat, Oct 17, Glendale); Día de Muertos Community Altar — Glendale Main Library (Mon, Oct 19 – Wed, Nov 4, Glendale); Boo Bash! — Foothills Library (Mon, Oct 26, Glendale); Not "Beary" Scary Halloween — Glendale Main Library (Tue, Oct 27, Glendale); Heroes of Halloween — Heroes Regional Park Library (Thu, Oct 29, Glendale).
Where can kids cool off with water in Glendale?
Glendale Heroes Regional Park (81 acres with a lake, playgrounds, a free splash pad, X-Court and archery range; 6am–10pm).
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