Vet Fest 2026 Final Planning
Summary
Planning for Vet Fest 2026 at Surprise Stadium is underway, with remaining commission funds dedicated to supporting the event and free meals for veterans.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Commissions remaining budget of approximately $7,500 to $8,000 allocated toward event operations.
Local veterans, military families, and community members attending Vet Fest 2026.
Mentions & discussions (9)
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - May 13, 2026
VetFest 2026 drew a record 2,600 attendees and over 130 vendors, highlighting strong community engagement for veterans. Commissioners and staff discussed potential changes, including food truck spacing and shifting the event schedule to the fall due to city budget adjustments.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - Apr 8, 2026
Surprise is gearing up for Vet Fest 2026 with 135 vendors, family activities, food trucks, and static military displays at Mark Coronado Park.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - Mar 11, 2026
Plans for the annual VetFest celebration are ramping up, featuring over 60 vendors, live entertainment, food truck vouchers for veterans, and family activities at Surprise Stadium.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - Feb 11, 2026
Planning for Vet Fest 2026 at Surprise Stadium is underway, with remaining commission funds dedicated to supporting the event and free meals for veterans.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - Jan 14, 2026
Surprise is hosting the traveling Vietnam War memorial "The Wall That Heals" from April 9 to 12, 2026. Because of this major event, Vet Fest 2026 is moving across the parking lot to the Surprise Stadium concourse on April 11 to create a massive community-wide celebration.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - May 14, 2025
Following a successful Vet Fest 2025 that drew 1,000 attendees, the commission discussed ways to make next year's event even better, including better signage, dedicated entrances, and more food trucks.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - Mar 12, 2025
Planning is underway for Vet Fest on April 12 at Mark Coronado Park, with staff working to secure employers for the job fair, military vehicle displays, and community exhibitors.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - Feb 12, 2025
The commission allocated $7,500 to support VetFest 2025, ensuring sufficient funding as the event scales up with expanded activities and job fair elements.
Veterans, Disability and Human Services Commission - Jan 8, 2025
Planning is underway for VetFest 2025, an annual event celebrating local veterans with resources, food, and community activities. Commissioners discussed adding kids' zones, therapy animals, and job fair resources to make the event even better.
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