Surprise Stadium News & Events

The 24th edition of Spring Training in Surprise begins on Friday, February 20, as the Texas Rangers host the Kansas City Royals at 1:05 p.m. The 2026 Spring Training season brings marquee matchups along with family-friendly events and exclusive ticket offers. Here is what to know before you go to Surprise Stadium for all the action.

All-session tickets for the 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament presented by Allstate at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, AZ are now on sale.

To support public safety during Spring Training and special events at the Surprise Recreation Campus, Bullard Avenue will be closed 24 hours a day between Paradise and Tierra Buena lanes from February 13 through March 23.

Join the City of Surprise and Mayor Kevin Sartor as we roll out the red carpet for the return of Spring Training at the 24th Annual Mayor’s Welcome Back Reception, a longtime tradition that officially sets the season in motion.

Don’t miss Arizona, Michigan, Oregon State and Stanford as they square off in the 2026 College Baseball Series at Surprise Stadium, February 13 - 16.

Fans are invited to take advantage of exclusive ticket offers and a full slate of special events planned throughout the 2026 Spring Training season in Surprise. From marquee matchups and weekend celebrations to live music, family-friendly activities and limited-time promotions, the season is designed to deliver more than just baseball.

Surprise Stadium is looking for experienced vocalists to perform the National Anthem at Surprise Stadium for Spring Training games, February 20 - March 21, 2026.

Play ball! The 2026 Cactus League Spring Training season is shaping up to be one of the biggest yet at Surprise Stadium. With 31 games on the schedule and two World Baseball Classic exhibition matchups added to the lineup, fans can look forward to an exciting mix of MLB talent, rising stars and international competition.