Glendale Community Center
5401 W. Ocotillo Drive
Glendale, AZ 85301
Hours of operation
Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM-8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
The Glendale Community Center is a small, vibrant neighborhood hub offering various free community programs. The center caters to all age groups, including youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Programs encompass educational, recreational, and fitness activities, aiming to enhance community engagement and well-being.
Membership is FREE
Become a member and enjoy access to a wide variety of classes and programs for youth, teens, adults, and seniors! By signing up, you'll receive updates on everything happening at the center, including a monthly calendar of classes and activities.
Join the Glendale Community Center today and be a part of an active, engaging, and supportive community!
Membership benefits include:
- Free access to educational, recreational, and fitness programs
- Monthly calendar of events
- Inclusive programs for all age groups
- Opportunities to connect with your community
How to Sign Up: To sign up for your free membership and start enjoying all the benefits please, click here: Catalog - Glendale AZ Parks & Recreation (rec1.com)
Youth Programs
GCC After School Program
August 2025-May 2026
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 3 PM - 7 PM
Wednesday: 12:30 PM - 7 PM
The Glendale Community Center is thrilled to offer a Free, Drop-In afterschool recreation program for kindergarten through 8th grade youth for the 2024-2025 school year. This program will run from August 2024 through May 2025, Monday through Friday. Activities include daily scheduled events, crafts, homework assistance, sports, STEM activities, and more.
Landmark Elementary Bus Route #6 drops off directly at the center
Meals Provided daily by St. Mary’s Food Bank
Fun-Size Events (Ages 3–8)
Fun-Size Fairy Tales
Wishes will come true during this magical event for children who love princesses, princes and fairy tales. There will be imaginative play, themed photo setups, enchanting tales of princes and princesses, age-appropriate games, royal themed activities, crafts inspired by royalty and fairy tales. And of course, delicious snacks and treats.
- Saturday January 31st, 2026, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
Register Here: Fun Size Fairy Tales
Teen Programs
GCC Teens
GCC Teens program is uniquely developed based on the needs and interests of the teens who come to the center. Recreational activities, guest speakers, and clubs are created to benefit the teens in the community and help them grow socially and academically, while also focusing on fun. GCC Teens Program is Monday-Friday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm, Saturdays 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Teen Pizza & Paint Nights: (Ages 12-17)
What could be more fun... and yummy? Our teen pizza and paint nights lets you unleash your artistic side with everything you need to create a masterpiece on canvas. Bring your friends; no skill required. Our recreation staff will guide you step by step.
- January 23rd, 2026, 5:00 pm -7:00 pm
- February 20th, 2026, 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
- March 27th , 2026 5:00 pm -7:00 pm
- April 24th, 2026, 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
- May 15th 2026, 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
Register Here: Teen Pizza & Paint Nights
G.O.L.D Program
The G.O.L.D. Program (Glendale’s Onsite Leadership Development Program) is designed for youth ages 13–15, creating hands-on work experience opportunities within our youth programs. G.O.L.D. members learn from experienced recreation leaders while developing life and job skills in a fun, age-appropriate environment. For more information on becoming a G.O.L.D Volunteer, please reach out to Raymond Jaimes at Rjaimes@glendaleaz.com
Adult & Senior Programs
Seniors in the City
Glendale Community Center has partnered with the YWCA! Seniors are invited to the community center Monday-Friday 8:00 am-1:00 pm for coffee, Lotería, exercise, karaoke, guest speakers, and much more! Join us for lunch served at noon and appreciate good conversations, activities, and events!
Senior Prom-A night in Hollywood
Step into a world of glitz, glamour and star-studded elegance! Our Senior Prom invites guests to enjoy an unforgettable morning surrounded by gold accents, sparkling décor and the magic of classic Hollywood. Dress to impress, strike a pose for the paparazzi — because every guest deserves to feel like a star.
- Friday, February 13th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Register Here: Senior Prom-A night in Hollywood
All Ages & Family Events
Winter Wonderland
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Feel the magic of Christmas at the Winter Wonderland event at Glendale Community Center. Come enjoy, special crafts, treats, hot cocoa and a free picture with Santa. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
- Saturday, December 13th 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
Register Here: Winter Wonderland
If you have any questions or would like more information about our programs, please contact the Glendale Community Center at 623-930-4700.
You can also reach out to our team directly:
• Brittany Espinoza, Recreation Coordinator – bespinoza1@glendaleaz.com
• Raymond Jaimes, Recreation Programmer – rjaimes@glendaleaz.com
• Brittany Skaggs, Recreation Programmer – bskaggs@glendaleaz.com
We look forward to seeing you at the center!