The University of Arizona: ENR2 Guided Tour
How can we have a lush but water-wise garden in the middle of a densely populated city? Join us at the Environment and Natural Resources 2 Building (ENR2), a LEED...
Free
32 events found.
Events for April 16, 2026
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The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing...
$20 – $25
LFDT Phoenix: Introduction to Lockness – Production-Ready MPC ecosystem
Building and deploying a distributed system that removes the Single Point of Failure is difficult. At Lockness (https://github.com/LFDT-Lockness), we make Multi-Party Computation (MPC) more accessible to both consumers, who integrate...
Free
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing...
$20 – $25
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Free with Admission
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology...
Free
Tucson Botanical Gardens: Fused Glass Mosaic Painting: Succulents
Paint a profusion of succulents for lasting beauty year-round. Visit the gardens to get color ideas. No experience necessary. All materials are provided by the artist. Tiles are ready to hang...
$52 – $65
Tucson Botanical Gardens: Mosses, Hornworts, and Liverworts
Mosses, hornworts, and liverworts are small plants that can be easily overlooked. However, they represent a crucial stage in the evolution of land plants. They also differ from other land...
$24 – $30
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
Tucson Bird Alliance: Feather Trails – A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds
Birds are visible, vocal sentinels that alert us to environmental harms through their declining numbers or their failure to thrive. In her book Feather Trails—A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered...
Free
Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge 2026: Acts of Science – Connected − Play Stall Catchers Online
Help accelerate research on Alzheimer’s disease by playing a video game. All you need is curiosity. Featured Project: Stall Catchers During this virtual event, you'll look at images of blood flow...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Game Night for Science – Play Stall Catchers Online
Participants will play Stall Catchers, a research-based online game that helps scientists identify blocked blood vessels in the brain. These classifications support ongoing Alzheimer’s disease research and help accelerate discovery.
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: City Nature Challenge Practice Hike
Learn about the April 24-27 City Nature Challenge and free smartphone apps that can help you identify plants, animals, and more, while helping contribute to science! Join Ranger Eric on...
Free with Park Fee
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing...
$20 – $25
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
Arizona Science Center: Dorrance DOME After Hours – Cosmic Treasure Chest: Unveiling the Universe with Rubin Observatory
Step into a new era of sky-watching in the Dorrance DOME as the NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory unveils its first images and discoveries—from sweeping nebula mosaics and galaxy swarms...
$7 – $14
Avondale Public Library: Nature Nerds at Civic Center Library
Formerly known as STEAM Lab, this refreshed program brings nature and STEAM together in hands-on adventures! Interactive experiments and creative projects invite kids to explore, invent, and uncover the wonders...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: MACH2 – Glowforge Keychains
Ever wanted to learn how a laser cutter works or how to make your own custom deigns? Learn to use 3D design software and laser cutting best practices to make your ideas come to life with the Glowforge Aura at...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Digital Wellness – Parenting in the AI Generation
What should parents be aware of when it comes to kids' exposure to AI-generated content? What are some parenting tools to use instead of AI? This program will include a lecture with...
Free
Buckeye Public Library System: STEAM
This program combines Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to boost critical thinking and problem-solving skills with engaging hands-on activities. Each session offers interactive challenges to encourage creative thinking. Ages...
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
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program
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
⭐Canyon Springs STEM Academy: Family STEM Night
Join us for a fun-filled night with interactive activities throughout the campus in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Canyon Springs STEM Academy’s annual STEM Night is a campus-wide celebration of...
Free
City of Scottsdale: Introduction to Windows 11
Here's a friendly look at the latest operating system from Microsoft! We’ll take a look at its cool new features, sleek design, and how it makes your user experience even...
Free
AI Trailblazers Happy Hour: Real or AI? Be the Detective!
Can you tell what is real and what is AI? Join AI Trailblazers for a fun, interactive happy hour where you put your detective skills to the test. Network with...
Free
Artificial Intelligence Trailblazers: Happy Hour—Real or AI? Be the Detective!
Can you spot the difference between a real photo and an AI-generated image? What about after the first Margarita? Lol Let's find out! 🕵️ Join us for an evening of drinks, laughs,...
Arizona Science Center: Dorrance DOME After Hours – Moonbase: The Next Step
Moonbase: The Next Step is the story of human endeavor, pushing scientific and technological advances to the limit. Traveling 250,000 miles and surviving the hostile and alien conditions of reduced...
$7 – $14
Arizona AI & Emerging Technology: Behavioral AI – What AI Reveals When It Enters Real Work
This month, our focus is on Behavioral AI. PRESENTATION OVERVIEW Behavioral AI: What AI Reveals When It Enters Real Work As AI moves from experimentation into everyday operations, its biggest...
Free
PHX Podcast Club: Third Thursday Monthly Meeting
All are welcome! If you're in Phoenix and are into podcasting, want to try podcasting, love podcasts, or are just podcast-curious... JOIN US at Fate Brewing Company in Phoenix (not Tempe)...
Old Pueblo Archaeology Center: Third Thursday Food for Thought Presentation – “Ghost Canals of the Phoenix Area”
On Thursday, April 16, 2026, join Old Pueblo Archaeology Center’s “Third Thursday Food for Thought” online presentation featuring “Ghost Canals of the Phoenix Area” by archaeologist Daniel Garcia. This free...
Free
Patterson Observatory: Free Observation Night
Public Night is held once a month on the Thursday nearest first quarter moon. Observing starts a half hour after sunset. The event is weather dependent and is canceled in...
Free