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East Valley Hosts Vibrant Spring Training

Spring Training season is starting in the East Valley with four teams and four stadiums open for fans this season. The Tempe Arizona Tourism Office detailed itineraries for game day activities in Tempe, Scottsdale, and Mesa.

In Tempe, the itinerary begins with breakfast at Eat a Tove Easy Tempe followed by water activities on Tempe Town Lake, including kayaking, paddle boarding, or pedal boating. A patio lunch at Glenrosa Restaurant, offering views of Papago Butte, precedes a baseball game at Tempe Diablo Stadium. The day continues with a quick sunset hike up A Mountain, dinner at Lucero Tempe with city views, and drinks later in the evening at speakeasy-style bars such as Drop Dead Gorgeous or Idle Hands. Hotel recommendations in the area include Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at the Buttes, Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, The Westin Tempe, and Canopy Tempe.

In Scottsdale, the schedule starts with breakfast at Daily Dose Grill. Visitors are encouraged to explore the shops and art galleries of Old Town Scottsdale. An afternoon game is held at Scottsdale Stadium. The itinerary then includes a visit to the Western Spirit Museum to learn about the Old West, followed by a sushi dinner and drinks at Kauboi Scottsdale in a hidden whiskey lounge. The evening features live music and dancing at Rusty Spurs Saloon. Recommended hotels are Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town, Hilton Garden Inn Scottsdale Old Town, The REMI, Senna House Hotel Scottsdale, and The Scott Resort & Spa.

In Mesa, guests can begin the day with breakfast at T.C. Eggingtons before a morning hike at Usery Mountain Regional Park. Afternoon baseball games are available at Hohokam Stadium for the Athletics or at Sloan Park for the Cubs. Observers are invited to watch the sunset along the Salt River, with the possibility of spotting wild horses. Dinner and craft beers can be enjoyed at Phantom Fox Beer Co and Goat and Ram. Mesa lodging suggestions include Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa near Hohokam Stadium, Sheraton and Courtyard at Wrigleyville West near Sloan Park, and W2nd Inn for a downtown stay.

The itineraries provide fans with a full day of activities to enjoy the local attractions along with Spring Training baseball games.

Jan 20, 2026 at 3:54 PM

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