Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Sunrise Hike
Join Ranger Nikki for an early morning hike to watch the desert start the day. Join Ranger Nikki on a 4.5-mile easy to moderate hike at sunrise to enjoy the...
Free with Park Fee
40 events found.
Events for July 3, 2025
Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling
This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing, and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, and immerse...
Free with Admission
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
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
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior...
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to...
Free with Admission
National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Laboratory
The Museum Demonstration Lab at the Painted Desert Visitor Center is where you can see one-of-a-kind fossils from Petrified Forest National Park being prepared by trained paleontologists! Peek through the...
Free with Park Fee
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour – Copy
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters /...
$20 – $25
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Junior Lizard Day Camp
Do you like tiny geckos and huge iguanas? What about legless lizards? Spend the day with lizards of all shapes and sizes in Lizard Day Camp! Lizards are such a...
$75.00
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
Free with Admission
National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
Join a Park Ranger on the outside shaded patio overlooking the magnificent saguaro forest to learn a little about the unique diversity of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. 30 minutes. Wheelchair accessible.
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Free with Admission
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in...
Free with Admission
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Thunderstorm Thursdays
Celebrate the summer monsoon season with Thunderstorm Thursdays at Children’s Museum Oro Valley—a weekly storytime and craft session designed to spark curiosity and creativity in little learners! Kids will dive into desert...
Free with Admission
Butterfly Wonderland: Storytime with Critter Visit
Join Butterfly Wonderland for a magical adventure in the Butterfly Theater! Dive deep into the rainforest with a Story Time session, featuring captivating tales about butterflies and other rainforest critters....
Free with Admission
Mohave County Library: Learn & Play @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10...
Free
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Neonate Lizard Day Camp
Do you like tiny geckos and huge iguanas? What about legless lizards? Spend the day with lizards of all shapes and sizes in Lizard Day Camp! Lizards are such a...
$60.00
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing...
Free with Park Fee
Tucson Medical Center: Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
Come together from afar and build a support system with people who understand. The Alzheimer’s Association® in partnership with TMC for Seniors, is offering a caregiver support group that is...
Free
National Park Service: Dam Talk
Join a Park Ranger at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center for a quick presentation about Glen Canyon. Topics vary.
Free with Park Fee
Tempe Public Library: Budding Builders
Tackle a building challenge or unleash your creativity with blocks, LEGO®, and more! Join us the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month for a fun building adventure! Caregivers and...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Science Lab
Join us every Thursday during the Summer Reading Program for hands-on science activities that explore the wonders of nature, energy, and discovery!
Free
Maricopa County Library District: Android Phone Help Desk
If you are having problems with your Android-based cell phone, bring it to the Sun City Library any Thursday afternoon. The Help Table is open from 2:00pm to 3:30pm on...
Free
National Park Service: Ranger Talk (West District)
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
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program - presented daily at 2:30 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn...
Free with Park Fee
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are...
Free
Chandler Public Library: STEAM Jr. – Picasso Tiles, DUPLOS and More
Enjoy an afternoon of hands-on learning that encourages children and adults to explore together with the use of interactive tools like PicassoTiles and Duplo bricks. Join us every first Thursday...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club
Do you Love LEGOs? Love to create your own designs? Join us every Thursday for LEGO Club!!
Free
Avondale Public Library: STEAM Lab at Civic Center Library
Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and projects. Activities are open play, but staff will be on hand for guidance....
Free
Buckeye Public Library: STEAM
STEAM is science, technology, engineering, art, and math all wrapped into one. STEAM combines subjects that are known to increase critical thinking and problem-solving skills through fun and unique hands-on...
Free
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night
Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00 Free thanks to...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Native peoples of the Desert
Stop by the covered tables before your evening hikes to learn about the Hohokam people that called the park home. A table will be set up with artifacts found throughout...
Free with Park Fee
Watershed Management Group: Virtual Rainwater Harvesting Class (Tucson Water)
Develop water harvesting skills with this free virtual class from Watershed Management Group. Our instructors will teach you about passive rainwater harvesting, active rainwater harvesting, and how to qualify and apply for...
Free
Scottsdale Public Library: Totally Teen Thursdays – LEGO Accessories
Join us in Knowasis for some fun crafts and activities!
Free
Tucson Medical Center: Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group
TMC's Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group brings together mothers to help each other find hope and healing from the baby blues, depression and anxiety - during and after pregnancy. This...
Free
Tucson Medical Center: Natural Preparation for Childbirth
This class focuses on expectant parents planning for a less medicated birth. In addition to the basic elements of the "Preparation for Childbirth" class, this class provides specific comfort and...
$90.00
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Hohokam Night Hike
As the sun sets join a ranger on a hike through the park and learn about the native people that called the park home. We will hike 3.5 miles roundtrip...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Olivia on a hike to look for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures that call McDowell home. We will be looking for wildlife in the dark so make sure...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Shaun for a glow-in-the-dark bug hunt! Come walk the barrier free Gila Trail IN THE DARK! We’ll break out some blacklights and walk this 0.5-mile trail looking for...
Free with Park Fee