Annual Teddy Bear Day| Saturday, September 13, 2025
It's the most Beary special day of the year as we celebrate National Teddy Bear Day on Saturday, September 13th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The locally owned businesses in the Catlin Court and Old Towne shopping and dining districts have planned a very special day! There will be lots of fun things to do throughout the day, including make and take activities (some have a nominal fee), artist demonstrations, the Arizona Search Dogs, fun photo ops and much more.
A very important part of the day is the Trauma Teddy Program. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase a safety approved bear and donate it on-site to First Responders. Police and Fire Departments keep the bears in their vehicles to give to children who are involved in a traumatic situation. Thousands of bears have been provided over the years.
Start at the Arizona Information Center (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.) to pick up the activity list and walking map. The first 100 guests will receive the commemorative event sticker which is part of the ongoing sticker series produced by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association. In addition, you will receive the shuttle map to take the free shuttle all throughout the Downtown.
Don't miss the special Charm Drop to add to (or begin) your HDG Charm Bracelet. The starter bracelet and special event charm can be purchased for $5 at Glendale Flowers & Gifts (7163 N. 58th Drive,) Memory Lane Trinkets and Treasures (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.,) or Pink House Boutique (7009 N. 58th Ave.) Then, follow the Charm Trail map to purchase additional charms for $2 each at more than 30 participating shops. Each charm depicts the unique and iconic qualities of the individual businesses.
Presented by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association in partnership with the Downtown Business Community.
Click HERE for the Event Flyer...
Downtown Glendale Family Fun Festival & Marketplace | Saturday, September 27, 2025
Join us in the Historic Catlin Court District of Downtown Glendale (58th Drive and Palmaire) for an exciting new evening event! Enjoy live music, food trucks, art & craft vendors, local shopping and dining, and a vintage car show! Be sure to wear your dancing shoes to dance the night away under the stars.
Admission is Free.
Event hours are 6 to 10 p.m. on the last Saturday of the month. (There won't be an event in July or August. The next event night is Saturday, September 27, 2025).
Located just one block north of Glendale's Old Towne District, the Historic Catlin Court Retail District features a charming collection of locally owned unique boutiques, specialty stores, cultural attractions, public art installations and
one-of-a-kind eateries.
The shops and restaurants are located in authentic early and mid-century craftsman bungalows and ranch-style National Register buildings. The walkable area features mature shade trees and welcoming front porches lined with picket fences. The area spans several pedestrian friendly blocks from 59th Ave. to 57th Drive, Myrtle Ave. to Palmaire Ave.
Free covered parking is available at the Palmaire Parking Structure located at 5835 W. Palmaire Ave. There is also plenty of store front parking available. We look forward to seeing you soon as you shop, dine and experience this treasured historic district.
Presented by AZ Family Festivals in partnership with the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association and the City of Glendale.
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Created by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association, the Peacock Passport is a fun and interactive guide through Historic Downtown Glendale and Historic Sahuaro Ranch as you search for metal designed peacocks and collect stamps at the listed businesses and attractions on the Passport. Participation is free and when you complet
Created by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association, the Peacock Passport is a fun and interactive guide through Historic Downtown Glendale and Historic Sahuaro Ranch as you search for metal designed peacocks and collect stamps at the listed businesses and attractions on the Passport. Participation is free and when you complete the passport, bring it back to the Arizona Information Center for a free gift! The passport also includes the history of peacocks in Glendale (it all began in 1933!)
How the Peacock Passport Works:
-Passports and more information at the Arizona Information Center (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.)
-There are eight unique stamps to collect. Collect a minimum of six to receive your gift.
Special thanks to local resident, Davita, for bringing us
this fun-filled idea.
Happy Birthday Program
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Celebrate your birthday with us and be showered with gifts and discounts from businesses all around Historic Downtown Glendale. Start your journey at Memory Lane Trinkets and Treasures/AZ Information Center (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.) or Pink House Boutique (7009 N. 58th Ave.) to pick up your birthday passport! The passport is valid during th
Celebrate your birthday with us and be showered with gifts and discounts from businesses all around Historic Downtown Glendale. Start your journey at Memory Lane Trinkets and Treasures/AZ Information Center (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.) or Pink House Boutique (7009 N. 58th Ave.) to pick up your birthday passport! The passport is valid during the month of your birthday. Enjoy more than two dozen discounts, deals and giveaways.
Presented by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association in partnership with the Downtown Business Community.
Our Story
Our Old Towne & Catlin Court Shopping & Dining Districts | Shop-Eat-Repeat!
Discover Historic Downtown Glendale which has been named as one of the country’s ten best places for shopping and has received national accolades for dining.
Historic Downtown Glendale's Entertainment District is actually two distinct neighborhoods!
Old Towne's brick-trimmed sidewalks and glowing gaslights lead the way to the famous Restaurant Row, specialty boutiques and eclectic shops.
Historic Catlin Court features a wonderful collection of unique boutiques and one-of-a-kind eateries. Located in mid-century bungalows, the area is surrounded by picket fences and mature shade trees.
The pedestrian friendly area spans 10 square blocks. Free covered parking is available at the Palmaire Parking Structure located at 5835 W. Palmaire Ave.
We are a must see when visiting the Phoenix area. We look forward to seeing you soon in Historic Downtown Glendale - A Real Hometown Happening!
Our Treasured History
Cowboys, farmers and ranchers wove the fabric that is the Glendale of today. Visitors have a number of ways to catch a glimpse of these pioneers at the many culture and heritage attractions within the city. Journey Glendale’s past with public art, historic ranches, National Register neighborhoods, museums & exhibits. Historic sites include the Old Towne and Catlin Court neighborhoods of Historic Downtown Glendale, Historic Sahuaro Ranch, and Manistee Ranch.
Historical photos courtesy of Glendale AZ Historical Society.
To learn more about the Glendale AZ Historical Society, visit www.glendalearizonahistoricalsociety.org.