April 25, 2026 | 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Surprise Stadium, Surprise, AZ
Taste of Surprise
& ART FESTIVAL
a CELEBRATION OF fLAVOR, aRT And Community
Join Us April 25, 2026
Placing books into the hands and hearts of children in Surprise.
Funds raised through this event enroll local children in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a program that delivers free, high-quality, age-appropriate books each month to children from birth to age five. This global initiative works through local partnerships to put books directly into the hands and homes of young readers, fostering a lifelong love of reading.
Food, Fun and Community
About Us
The Taste of Surprise & Art Festival is a vibrant community event that brings together local cuisine, art, and live entertainment to celebrate the unique flavor and creativity of the West Valley.
Hosted by the Rotary Club of Surprise and Sun City West, the event offers attendees the chance to enjoy delicious food, explore stunning artwork from local artists, and experience live music—all while making a difference in the community.
Funds raised through this event enroll local children in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a program that delivers free, high-quality, age-appropriate books each month to children from birth to age five. This global initiative works through local partnerships to put books directly into the hands and homes of young readers, fostering a lifelong love of reading.
As one of the largest community gatherings in the West Valley, this event serves as a vital fundraiser for the Surprise and Sun City West Rotary Charitable Fund, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to supporting early childhood literacy.
With the support of sponsors, attendees, and community partners, this event makes a lasting impact—one book, one child, and one bright future at a time.
Taste of Surprise
People'S ChoiCE Award
Support your favorite Taste of Surprise with a vote for the coveted People's Choice Award.
This award brings recognition and prestige to the winner of the People's Choice Award.
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Be part of something extraordinary! The Taste of Surprise & Art Festival is more than just a celebration of food, art, and community. It’s a chance to make a real difference. By volunteering, you’ll help support an event that raises funds to enhance childhood literacy through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, providing free books to children in Surprise.
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