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Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an amazing...

Free with Admission

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Sunday Geology Walk at Catalina

Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson

How were the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains formed? What are the rocks we see all over the park? Join experienced geologist Karen to learn about the fascinating geologic history of...

Free with Park Fee

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission

Free with Admission

National Park Service: Garden Walk (West District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Join us for a guided walk through the Cactus Garden where you’ll explore the fascinating natural history of the Sonoran Desert! 

Free with Park Fee

The University of Arizona: Sonoran Native Plants

The University of Arizona Arboretum is home to some of the finest specimens of Sonoran native plants and trees anywhere. Join us as we tour the Joseph Wood Krutch Garden...

Free

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Essential Oils for Your Travel Kit

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

Make traveling easier and more enjoyable with these travel kit recipes.  Learn about essential oils for immune support, air disinfectants, travel sickness and more.  Certified aromatherapist Kerry Cummins Blank will...

$29 – $36

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until...

Free – $10

Liberty Wildlife: GUIDED TOUR of Liberty Wildlife

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/education/private-tour/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

$15

National Park Service: Ranger Patio Talk

Coronado National Memorial 4101 W Montezuma Canyon Rd, Hereford

Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more!...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Geology Talk Ranger Program

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 11 am. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology...

Free with Park Fee

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Extreme Weather

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

Weather has always been one of the most dynamic and complex forces shaping our planet, but now it’s intensifying in varied and complex ways. Extreme Weather takes us to the...

Free – $14

HeatSync Labs: Laser Cutter Certification

HeatSync Labs 108 W. Main St., Mesa

Laser cutters are awesome tools and HeatSync Labs is a place where you can laser cut cool projects. This is the class for anyone wanting to learn to use the...

$45

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Perfect Little Planet

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Which destination would you choose? This is the...

Free – $14

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience.  Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals,...

Free – $25

National Park Service: The Desert as a Provider (West District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Join an interpretive volunteer outside near the restrooms for a short walk around the Red Hills Visitor Center to learn about several plants that grow here in the Sonoran Desert and some...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Geology Hike at Red Rock State Park

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

Red Rock State Park is located at the base of the Mogollon Rim, the southern edge of the Colorado Plateau. The escarpment is over 200 miles long and ranges in height...

Free with Park Fee

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: Santa with the Animals

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary 1403 Heritage Park Rd., Prescott

Santa tours the park and brings presents to the animal residents here at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary! Afterwards, Santa will be available to meet with children and hear their holiday wishes...

Free with Admission

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Mysteries of the Unseen World

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

This planetarium show takes you on an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too...

Free – $14

National Park Service: Arizona’s Wildcats! (West District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Canyon Connections Ranger Talk

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Discover a deeper connection to the Grand Canyon. Join a ranger to dive into the canyon's diverse ecosystems, rich cultural heritage, or ever-changing landscape. Topics change daily. Come curious, leave...

Free with Park Fee

Tempe Public Library: Sunday Funday

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

Calling all kids! Grab your grown-up and join us for a fun family activity! Activities include LEGO building, board games, and special presentations from the Tempe Park Rangers.

Free

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Sunday Harvests – Myrtle

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

Mediterranean myrtle is a beautiful shrub that grows well in our Sonoran Desert — in fact, if given the right conditions, it can grow into a small tree. Like many...

$25 – $45

National Park Service: Ranger Talk! (West District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger...

Free with Park Fee

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter 9800 Ski Run Rd. Mt., Lemmon

Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes!  Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a...

$62.50 – $88.50

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey,...

Free – $14

National Park Service: Sunset Hike (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Climb a half-mile up the Tanque Verde Ridge to enjoy a desert sunset with a ranger guide. Expect rocky terrain and beautiful views. Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Full Moon Walk

Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa

Join Ranger Nikki on an evening stroll to watch the full moon rise over the mountains.   Ranger Nikki will lead you on an evening walk to enjoy a peaceful evening...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Zoo: ZooLights

Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at The Valley’s favorite holiday tradition,  ZooLights! Get in the holiday spirit as millions of twinkling lights transform the Zoo into a dazzling spectacle,...

$25 – $35

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Stargazing

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of fun late-fall stargazing!   Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. Possibilities include planets, galaxies, nebulae, and...

Free with Park Fee

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Lights Up! A Festival of Illumination

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

Thousands of LED lights illuminate the trees and custom-built, oversized structures delight the senses. The light tunnel, dancing cypress trees, traditional punched-tin trees, a brand-new crescent moon, and a dazzling...