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...
Kids get in FREE week: December 23 - 27, 2024
Ages 6 - 7 The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS. Each day ...
Your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. Feel good knowing you've helped save a life! To schedule an appointment, visit donors.vitalant.org (Blood Drive Code: P1T62). For questions contact...
Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee
Lizards are such a neat group of reptiles! This day camp will take a look at geckos, monitors, iguanas and other types of lizards from around the world. Day camp...
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Plunge into winter wonder at our Winter Break Camps! Young explorers ages 5-8 will: Create frosty art masterpieces Enjoy snow-tastic activities Make new friends and lasting memories Explore our three...
Join us for a guided walk through the Cactus Garden where you’ll explore the fascinating natural history of the Sonoran Desert!
Journey behind-the-scenes with your family! Find out what it takes to care for over 250 animals every day, why zoos are important, and learn what YOUR Zoo is doing to...
Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00...
Free with general admission. 10am and 11am tours Discover how plants have adapted to the desert environment with a volunteer docent-led tour. See the Garden’s living collection with plants from...
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10...
Gift the gift of blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive! Appointment times can be found by going to www.redcrossblood.org and selecting the "Donating Blood" option.
Come visit the history and culture of the Hohokam desert people who lived here 1,000 years ago. We will also investigate the many mysterious petroglyphs from the past found in Saguaro...
Discover the beauty of Patagonia Lake on a pontoon boat tour. The park volunteers and staff will share about the local habitat, wildlife, and history of the lake. Reservations are...
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!...
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...
Join us for a free gardening presentation by Pima County Master Gardeners from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension. Today's topic is Container Gardening and Raised Beds! Gardening in containers provides...
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...
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it...
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,...
Join Ranger Jacque for a roughly 1.8-mile round-trip hike to the Clay Mine, site of a fortune made not of gold, but of snake oil. Program features a tour of...
Need an activity to keep the kids busy this winter break? See Ranger Kevin to get started in the County Park system’s Junior Ranger program. Come see Ranger Kevin to...
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,...
STEAM+ Join us as we learn and explore STEAM concepts! This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a Division of the Secretary of State,...
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...
Learn to use a computer, navigate the internet and use office programs! First come first serve, while supplies last. Aprenda a usar la computadora, navegar la red, y usar programas de oficina! Por...
Need something fun to do during Winter Break? Come join us at the Murphy-Wilmot Library for a special Parks & Recreation Wildlife Detectives Program! Have you ever seen wildlife in your...
We are creating images and bitmap artwork using the Paint 3D application. No art experience is necessary, just the willingness to sit and learn to draw using digital tools.
Code Club is a weekly time when kids can come and learn how to make websites, video games, and apps. It’s informal, fun, and very interactive. Come have fun, make...
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...
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...
Ages: 5-11 Where STEM meets Art! Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Pre - Registration required due to limited seating. Call: 928-453-0718 All Library Programs are...
Join Ranger Kevin for an afternoon walk and enjoy the beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Enjoy a roughly 1-mile hike on the Spur Cross and Fairy Duster trails. Along the...
Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort...
Kids ages 13-18 take turns playing with our VR headsets! Friday, December 27th from 4-5pm.
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...
People coming together to create 3d models in Blender and print them! All skill levels welcome. Inclusive. Safe space. No bullying. Sign up to get notices about events you're interested...
Are you looking for a one-on-one session to learn how to type, use your new phone, or use Hoopla? Schedule a 30-minute session to help you get comfortable using a...
Join us at Origami Club and learn how to fold beautiful paper art! All ages and levels welcome.
Join Ranger Nikki on an evening stroll to search for a variety of nocturnal critters. Click program title for more details. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an evening walk...
The annual Holiday Caravan is back to celebrate nature's bounty at the turn of the year! Explore the solstice holiday on a unique nighttime drive through the park's loop, featuring...
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,...
Join us this holiday season for our annual “Wildlights and Animal Sights” event here at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary! The holiday light display will be open to the public every Friday...
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...