Big-Ticket Sports Events Put Glendale in the Spotlight This March

Glendale is stepping into a busy stretch as major sporting events and spring training draw regional and national attention to the city.

All-American Games Coming to Desert Diamond Arena

Desert Diamond Arena will host the 2026 McDonald’s All-American Boys and Girls Games on March 31. The nationally televised showcases feature the top high school basketball players in the country and are expected to bring a strong influx of visitors.

The annual event has long been a proving ground for future college and NBA stars. With both the boys and girls games set for the same day, Glendale will be at the center of the prep basketball world as March wraps up.

Spring Training in Full Swing at Camelback Ranch

Meanwhile, baseball fans are filling seats at Camelback Ranch as the Los Angeles Dodgers continue Cactus League play. Spring training began in mid-February, and games are now in full swing as the regular season approaches.

The Dodgers have also used their Glendale facility for exhibition play tied to international competition promotions, adding extra energy to an already busy spring schedule.

Local restaurants and businesses near the stadium corridor typically see a boost this time of year, and the steady flow of fans has become a seasonal economic driver for the city.

March Momentum for Glendale

With marquee basketball events and packed baseball schedules overlapping, Glendale is once again showing its strength as a sports and entertainment hub for the West Valley.

City leaders have consistently leaned into large-scale events as part of Glendale’s identity, and this March lineup reinforces that strategy. From future hoops stars to major league talent preparing for Opening Day, the spotlight is firmly on Glendale.

Sources

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_McDonald%27s_All-American_Boys_Game
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_McDonald%27s_All-American_Girls_Game
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Los_Angeles_Dodgers_season