Glendale, Urban center in Maricopa County, USA
Glendale is a major city in Maricopa County, Arizona. The community spreads across the Salt River valley at an elevation of 351 meters, with residential areas interspersed among commercial zones and schools.
William John Murphy founded the settlement in 1887 and developed the Arizona Canal system to transform desert terrain into farmland. The community grew from an agricultural region into an urban center within the Phoenix metropolitan area.
State Farm Stadium draws crowds who gather for National Football League games, concerts, and college sports events throughout the season. Restaurants and shops around the venue fill with visitors before and after games, creating a lively gathering spot.
The Westgate Entertainment District offers shopping and dining options connected to the rest of the Phoenix metro area by Loop 101. Visitors find a range of restaurants, stores, and entertainment facilities within walking distance of each other.
Luke Air Force Base operates the world's largest jet fighter training facility and trains combat pilots for service in different air forces. The base plays a central role in military flight instruction for the United States and its allies.
Location: Maricopa County
Inception: 1887
Elevation above the sea: 351 m
Shares border with: Peoria, Goodyear
Website: https://glendaleaz.com
GPS coordinates: 33.58333,-112.20000
Latest update: December 12, 2025 21:11
State Farm Stadium
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Castles N' Coasters
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Manistee Ranch
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Desert Storm
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Sahuaro Ranch
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Deer Creek
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Sun Bowl Amphitheatre
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Glendale Veterans War Memorial
1.4 km
First Methodist Episcopal Church of Glendale
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Arizona Doll & Toy Museum
4.8 km
Floralcroft Historic District
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Round1 Bowling & Arcade
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The Bead Museum
5.1 km
Glendale Main Library
1.4 km
Rio Vista Splash Pad
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South Golf Course (Sun City)
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Quail Run Golf Course
6.3 km
Bellair Golf Course
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Sun City Country Club
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Lakes East Golf Course
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Desert Mirage Golf Course
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E. Lowell Rogers Amphitheater
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Art On Fire
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XD Dark Ride
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Palmbrook Country Club
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Work of art, sculpture
6.8 km
Work of art, sculpture
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