It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Gilbert, AZ is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Freestone District Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Bourbon Bones Chophouse or visit Downtown Gilbert Water Tower, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Gilbert, AZ, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Gilbert, AZ understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Gilbert, AZ 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
A $1 billion Gilbert development could kick off construction this year after receiving the final approvals from the town’s Planning Commission.The Ranch, a roughly 300-acre development planned at Power and Warner roads, is planned to include 3 million square feet of industrial space, 34 acres of retail development, 729 apartment units and 18 acres of green space near the neighboring residential community.The development had been controversial when it was proposed, because initial plans called for the project to be about 9...
A $1 billion Gilbert development could kick off construction this year after receiving the final approvals from the town’s Planning Commission.
The Ranch, a roughly 300-acre development planned at Power and Warner roads, is planned to include 3 million square feet of industrial space, 34 acres of retail development, 729 apartment units and 18 acres of green space near the neighboring residential community.
The development had been controversial when it was proposed, because initial plans called for the project to be about 90% industrial, Todd Ostransky, vice president of development for IndiCap, one of the project developers, said.
IndiCap, Colmena Group and Langley Properties are the partners on the development.
“Through a lot of collaboration with the neighbors, we got unanimous approval (from the Planning Commission),” he said.
Most of that collaboration meant decreasing the amount of industrial development on the site, to about 70% of the development, he said. Neighbors asked for buffers between their homes and warehouse buildings, which will include the landscaped green space and part of the apartment portion of the project.
Ostransky said it took “patience, collaboration and compromise” to find a development plan that was palatable for everyone. The development will be built on a site that is now an alfalfa field.
Neighbors, he said, were concerned about truck traffic and noise around the industrial buildings, as well as the potential that hazardous materials could be used or stored at the development. Ostransky said zoning at the site does not allow for hazardous material, and the development will include $25 million worth of infrastructure improvements to Power and Elliot roads to ease traffic congestion.
No residents spoke at the Planning Commission meeting Aug. 6, but some did submit written comments generally in opposition to the project. Several commissioners said they were pleased to see the plans adjusted after conversations with residents.
The development will take place in multiple phases, starting with part of the retail portion of the development and the 18-acre green space. Two areas of the development, called Harvest Village and Corner Springs, will be built in the first phase. Harvest Village will include 20,000 square feet of retail and restaurants in four buildings, along with an open-air plaza.
Harvest Village is situated with easy access to the existing neighborhood, so nearby residents could walk to visit the restaurants or stores, Ostransky said. No businesses have announced locations in the site yet, but Ostransky said they are seeking “boutique, local tenants.”
Corner Springs will include 78,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, office and patio space and four drive-through pads. The site preparations for Corner Springs will be part of the first phase, but actual construction could come later.
Corner Springs is expected to include quick-service restaurants and drive-throughs, but no businesses have confirmed locations there yet.
“We are open to a variety of different types of restaurants and businesses,” he said.
The first phase will take about 12 to 15 months for construction, Ostransky said.
Ostransky said market demand will dictate the pace and timeline of the full buildout of the site, especially the industrial buildings. According to research from real estate firm CBRE, the southeast Valley had a 14.6% vacancy rate for industrial buildings at the end of the second quarter of 2025, higher than the Valley’s average, with about 4.5 million square feet of space under construction. The development team likely will wait for that vacancy rate to drop before bringing more industrial space to the market.
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GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — The town of Gilbert is continuing its recent growth.The Planning Commission gave the final entitlement approval for The Ranch, a $1 billion mixed-use development in the heart of Gilbert, on Wednesday.Now, planning and construction work on The Ranch can begin. The 295-acre development will be situated along Power Road between Warner and Elliot roads. Once completed, The Ranch will be Gilbert’s largest mixed-use development.“This entitlement approval marks a turning point n...
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — The town of Gilbert is continuing its recent growth.
The Planning Commission gave the final entitlement approval for The Ranch, a $1 billion mixed-use development in the heart of Gilbert, on Wednesday.
Now, planning and construction work on The Ranch can begin. The 295-acre development will be situated along Power Road between Warner and Elliot roads. Once completed, The Ranch will be Gilbert’s largest mixed-use development.
“This entitlement approval marks a turning point not just for The Ranch, but for Gilbert as a whole,” said Todd Ostransky of development partner IndiCap. “This development is designed to meet the evolving needs of businesses and residents while driving sustainable economic growth in the region.”
Phase 1 of The Ranch is scheduled to break ground later this year. It will feature Harvest Village, the development’s neighborhood retail center that’s set to include over 50,000 square feet of retail space. Phase 1 is also planned to feature an 18-acre open space, which will include a community gathering area and a landscaped greenbelt.
In June 2023, the Gilbert Town Council greenlighted the proposed development. The first proposal from developer The Colmena Group involved 93% of the 311-acre property being zoned for light industrial use, including warehouses and loading docks. Many people voiced concerns at earlier meetings about the original project vision interrupting day-to-day life in the nearby community.
The warehouses and loading docks were replaced in the plans with more mixed-use land. Nearly everyone in attendance at that 2023 meeting was in favor of the new version of the district.
“I think that it’s going to be a really fun destination, so I think that a lot of the folks that had to drive quite a bit away to have all those fun factors are going to be close. So I’m hoping for restaurants, I’m hoping for grocers, I’m hoping for entertainment. I think it’s going to be a really fun place,” one woman said at the 2023 meeting.
Developers did not provide a planned completion date for the project. They say it’s expected to generate over $1.5 billion annually for the town of Gilbert.
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PHOENIX – One of the Valley’s largest year-round farmers markets is getting a new home.The Gilbert Farmers Market is moving about 5 miles south to Chandler-Gilbert Community College in Chandler later this year.The popular event will debut at its new site on Pecos Road west of Gilbert Road on Oct. 4.The last market at the current location in downtown Gilbert’s Heritage District is scheduled for Sept. 27.The Gilbert Farmers Market has been drawing thousands of shoppers to a park-and-ride lot near t...
PHOENIX – One of the Valley’s largest year-round farmers markets is getting a new home.
The Gilbert Farmers Market is moving about 5 miles south to Chandler-Gilbert Community College in Chandler later this year.
The popular event will debut at its new site on Pecos Road west of Gilbert Road on Oct. 4.
The last market at the current location in downtown Gilbert’s Heritage District is scheduled for Sept. 27.
The Gilbert Farmers Market has been drawing thousands of shoppers to a park-and-ride lot near the East Valley town’s iconic water tower most Saturday mornings for 15 years, taking off only for certain holidays.
News of the pending change drew mixed reaction from fans of the event.
“Sorry to hear this. We love the current location. Close to home and other local businesses. It made for a weekly downtown outing. Being out there won’t have the same vibe,” wrote one commenter on the Facebook post announcing the move.
Some responses, however, welcomed the move, citing congestion at the current site.
“I love this! The parking situation has turned atrocious and maybe it’s just because I’m old and grouchy now but started to feel it wasn’t worth the ‘fight’ to find a parking spot. Plus, wall-to-wall people once you go to the vendors. Hoping you can spread out a little more now,” another commenter wrote.
The market is moving because the park-and-ride lot at Ash Street and Page Avenue is being demolished at the end of the year as part of the Heritage District Redevelopment Plan.
The event began in the lot in 2010 with fewer than 30 vendors and has grown to feature about 100 booths and food trucks each week. It’s open from 7 to 11 a.m. from May through September and 8 a.m. to noon in the cooler months.
The new Gilbert Farmers Market location has more space than the current site, so organizers are recruiting new small business owners to fill it up.
Chandler-Gilbert Community College also has more room for seating and parking.
More information about the market and how to become a vendor is available at its website.
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What is the best internet provider in Gilbert, Arizona?CNET recommends as the best internet provider in Gilbert, thanks to its fast speeds and broad coverage. Its service also includes equipment costs in the monthly fee and comes with competitive introductory prices that provide solid value, though prices typically go up after two years. It also offers the fastest speeds in the area, reaching up to 2,000Mbps.If you want the cheapest internet in the area, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is the mos...
CNET recommends as the best internet provider in Gilbert, thanks to its fast speeds and broad coverage. Its service also includes equipment costs in the monthly fee and comes with competitive introductory prices that provide solid value, though prices typically go up after two years. It also offers the fastest speeds in the area, reaching up to 2,000Mbps.
If you want the cheapest internet in the area, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is the most affordable option, starting at $50 per month. You get wireless internet with speeds up to 245Mbps and a price-lock guarantee, which means your prices won't spike after a year or two of service. If you bundle it with a phone plan, you might be able to bring it down to as low as $35 per month. Cox also has a $30 monthly plan offering up to 100Mbps speeds, but you'll need to quality for it. And if you need affordable fiber internet in Gibert, you can find plans starting at $50 per month.
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
The best internet deals and the top promotions in Gilbert depend on what discounts are available during a given period. Most deals are short-lived, but we look frequently for the latest offers.
Gilbert internet providers, such as Verizon, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Many providers, including Cox, Quantum Fiber and T-Mobile Home Internet, run the same standard pricing year-round.
For a more extensive list of promos, check out our guide on the best internet deals.
Most internet connection plans can now handle basic productivity and communication tasks. If you're looking for an internet plan that can accommodate videoconferencing, streaming video or gaming, you'll have a better experience with a more robust connection. Here's an overview of the recommended minimum download speeds for various applications, according to the FCC. Note that these are only guidelines and that internet speed, service and performance vary by connection type, provider and address.
For more information, refer to our guide on how much internet speed you really need.
Internet service providers are numerous and regional. Unlike the latest smartphone, laptop, router or kitchen tool, it’s impractical to personally test every ISP in a given city. What’s our approach? We start by researching the pricing, availability and speed information drawing on our own historical ISP data, the provider sites and mapping information from the Federal Communications Commission at FCC.gov.
It doesn’t end there. We go to the FCC’s website to check our data and ensure we consider every ISP that provides service in an area. We also input local addresses on provider websites to find specific options for residents. We look at sources, including the American Customer Satisfaction Index and J.D. Power, to evaluate how happy customers are with an ISP’s service. ISP plans and prices are subject to frequent changes; all information provided is accurate as of the time of publication.
Once we have this localized information, we ask three main questions:
While the answer to those questions is often layered and complex, the providers who come closest to “yes” on all three are the ones we recommend. When it comes to selecting the cheapest internet service, we look for the plans with the lowest monthly fee, although we also factor in things like price increases, equipment fees and contracts. Choosing the fastest internet service is relatively straightforward. We look at advertised upload and download speeds, and also take into account real-world speed data from sources like Ookla and FCC reports. (Ookla is owned by the same parent company as CNET, Ziff Davis.)
To explore our process in more depth, visit our how we test ISPs page.
Party in the Park, a new high-energy throwback music festival, is set to bring some of the biggest names in R&B, hip-hop and pop to Gilbert on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, with a headlining set by Pitbull.Also known as Mr. Worldwide, Pitbull has captivated fans for decades with hits as huge as “Give Me Everything,” “Timber,” “Hotel Room Service” and “Fireball.”The debut event at Gilbert Regional Park is produced by Activated Events, creators of Boots in the Park, Coastal Country Ja...
Party in the Park, a new high-energy throwback music festival, is set to bring some of the biggest names in R&B, hip-hop and pop to Gilbert on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, with a headlining set by Pitbull.
Also known as Mr. Worldwide, Pitbull has captivated fans for decades with hits as huge as “Give Me Everything,” “Timber,” “Hotel Room Service” and “Fireball.”
The debut event at Gilbert Regional Park is produced by Activated Events, creators of Boots in the Park, Coastal Country Jam and The Smoke Show.
Fans can expect a full-day celebration featuring live music, nostalgic hits, interactive art installations, local food vendors, full-service bars and VIP experiences.
Steve Thacher, CEO of Activated Events, issued a statement saying, “We’re beyond excited to bring Party in the Park to life in Gilbert. Arizona has embraced Boots in the Park and The Smoke Show, and we knew it was time to bring something fresh, fun and full of energy.
"Pitbull is the perfect artist to kick things off. Arizona is in for a party it won’t forget!”
In addition to a headlining set by Pitbull, Party in the Park will feature performances by Shaggy, Ginuwine, Ying Yang Twins, Baby Bash and MIMS, with more names to come.
The presale begins at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, with a general on sale launching at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 22.
General admission tickets start at $59 plus fees and taxes.
For ticket info and event updates, visit activatedevents.com.
Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more. He did the same in Pittsburgh for more than a decade. Follow him on X and Instagram @edmasley and on Facebook as Ed Masley. Email him at [email protected].
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