Sun City, northwest of Phoenix, was the original senior-oriented resort community. Today, it is rated one of the top retirement communities in the U.S. Sun City is world-famous for its active, resort retirement lifestyle. Eleven golf courses, seven recreation centers and numerous shopping centers are a big part of what makes Sun City, "Fun City."
Things to do in Sun City
Arizona Golf Resorts
Phoenix is one of the wonders of the American golf scene. During the winter it provides the warmth wanted by golfers across the North Country. With the weather it provides the chance to experience the southwestern scene. Premier in this experience is the Wigwam Golf Resort and Spa Club. It is rated # 1 among the southwestern resorts with its three outstanding courses. The Blue and Gold were designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. The 17th on the Blue is a mirror image of Augusta's 16th hole, so you can experience the thrill of a champion! For the average golfer who wants to be part of an ever-changing bargain priced course, Bougainvillea is your choice. There is also the Estrella Mountain Ranch Course, which is the first Phoenix course designed by Jack Nicklaus II. And talk about a deal�try the Raven at Verrado and become a "member for the day"of a complete golf community. If you want affordable luxury try, Camelback Inn offering exquisite water holes on both courses. There's McCormack Ranch, Troon, Silverado and Legend Trail. As you can see, golf is found all over the Phoenix area, with many offering deals of a lifetime and a golf experience you won't forget!!!
Arizona Spring Training
The Arizona Cactus League is quickly becoming one of the biggest events in Arizona. Fans get a chance to get up close and personal to some of the biggest names in baseball. The 2009 season will see several changes,including two new stadiums, one team moving here from Florida (Cleveland Indians) and one team moving from Tucson to Glendale (White Sox). That makes 12 teams that come to the Phoenix area (Chicago Cubs, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers, Cleveland Indians, Chicago White Sox) and two in Tucson (Arizona Diamondbacks, Colorado Rockies) to get their workout before the real season begins.
Fiesta and Insight Bowl Games
It all started in 1968 when former Arizona State University President G. Homer Durham spoke at an athletic awards banquet and proposed that Phoenix should have a football bowl game. Now, 40 years later, the Valley of the Sun is home to two bowl games, both managed and operated by the Fiesta Bowl, creating a "Festival of College Football"for fans locally and nationally to enjoy every year. Since its first game at Sun Devil Stadium in 1971, the Fiesta Bowl has generated an economic impact of more than $2.2 billion to the state's economy and paid more than $389 million to universities and colleges nationwide. In addition, 23 of the past 24 Fiesta Bowl games have been sell-outs, including the most recent game when Big East Conference champion West Virginia defeated Big 12 Conference champion Oklahoma at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. The Insight Bowl has quickly become one of the nation's most exciting and highest-scoring bowl games, as Oklahoma State defeated an Indiana team making its first bowl trip since 1993. The two teams combined for 82 points, giving the Insight Bowl an average of 82.4 points in the last five years.
Jobing.com Arena
Glendale Arena opened its doors on December 26, 2003. The arena was built as a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose facility and anchors the 223-acre, $1 billion development Westgate City Center - the "crown jewel" of sports and entertainment complexes. In October 25, 2006, Jobing.com purchased the naming rights to the building and Glendale Arena was renamed Jobing.com Arena. Owned by the City of Glendale, Jobing.com Arena is home to the National Hockey League's Phoenix Coyotes. Since opening, the arena has established itself as one of the premiere sports and entertainment venues in the country and has earned its place of distinction as "Arizona's must play." Jobing.com Arena received the prestigious Pollstar Best New Concert Venue of the Year Award in 2004, and has been recognized by azcentral as the Best Sporting Venue and Best Major Concert Venue in the Valley. With two separate concourses on two seating levels, Jobing.com Arena provides guests with non-restricted views of the action. The Arena also features an intimate seating bowl with all the modern amenities. Call 623-772-3200 for more information.
Sun Dome
The ASU Sundome center for the Performing Arts seats over 7,000 and is the world's largest single-level theater. The Sun Cities' Symphony of the West Valley's 95-piece symphony orchestra plays several concerts here each year. The Sundome is also host to numerous professional shows and plays featuring some of America's biggest stars. Call 623-975-1900 for more information.
University of Phoenix Stadium
The University of Phoenix Stadium, with its retractable roof and field, is unlike any other stadium in North America, and a marvel of design, engineering, and technology. This multi-purpose facility is located in Glendale, Arizona. The primary tenants in the stadium include the NFL's Arizona Cardinals and the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl. Call 800-999-1402 for more information.
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