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Tucson Bird Alliance: Santa Rita Lodge – Accessible ‘Sit’

Santa Rita Lodge 1218 Madera Canyon Rd., Green Valley

Join Marcia OBara for an outing designed for nature lovers with or without accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. On this trip, we will gather at one of Southern Arizona’s birding gems: Santa Rita Lodge in Madera Canyon! Here, we’ll watch for hummingbirds, migrating orioles, and an abundance of other species....

Free – $5

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 all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...

Free with Admission

The University of Arizona: Old Main New Directions in Desert Landscaping Guided Tour

The University of Arizona Main Campus 1200 E University Blvd, Tucson

Landscaping in the 21st Century in the desert can be challenging, but this tour demonstrates how you can have a water-wise, low-maintenance but beautiful yard and garden. We will focus on the plantings right around the Old Main Building, UA’s oldest and most historic building. After you register you will receive a confirmation email with detailed...

Free

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit.

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/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

$15.00

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Mid-Day Meander

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Let’s see what sorts of things we can spot. Animals might be out and about during this time, but if not, there is still plenty things to see! We will pass many native plants to the desert along with some great views of Lake Pleasant. The route will be on Roadrunner trail and will be...

Free with Park Fee

Children’s Museum Tucson: Family Brain Boost

Children's Museum Tucson 200 S. 6th Ave., Tucson

We are all Scientists!  CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science every weekend at Brain Boost. A STEM program designed for whole-family engagement, kids explore science concepts in an interactive setting based on the concept that science is fun, interesting and everywhere! Every Saturday and Sunday at Noon; Saturday Brain...

Free with Admission

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Extreme Weather

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

Extreme Weather takes you to the front lines of our planet’s most intense natural forces—from melting glaciers and massive tornadoes to raging wildfires. Stunning visuals and expert insight reveal how climate change fuels these powerful, interconnected events. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + Earth science talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium...

Free – $27

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert 101

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Join Ranger Olivia for a chance to learn the basics of the Sonoran Desert and answer any burning questions, you might have.   This is a casual drop-in program, that will have a variety of things that can be found in the desert for you to examine and learn about such as snake skins, tarantulas, bugs,...

Free with Park Fee

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Season of Light

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

Our annual family favorite “Season of Light” will fill you with seasonal sparkle! A holiday classic, now in fulldome format, this show explores the many festivals of light (including Christmas and Hanukah) that celebrate the spirit of renewal around the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. Full of popular holiday...

Free – $27

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Sonoran Sundays – Sonoran Desert Life

McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Gateway Trailhead 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale

Sonoran Desert Life  (Guest Presenter: Phoenix Zoo Educators) Join Phoenix Zoo for a fascinating look at why the best thing we can do for desert animals like snakes and tortoises is often… nothing at all.  Learn what to do (and not to do) when you encounter these creatures in the wild, and why well meaning...

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System

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

Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk     All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...

Free – $27

Desert Botanical Garden: Las Noches De Las Luminarias – Plants and People of the Sonoran Desert Trail with Liberty Wildlife

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Liberty Wildlife and Apache Storyteller/Native Flute Ken Duncan will be present. DATES: Nov. 29-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30 TIMES: 5:30-9:30 p.m. PRICE: Adult: Members $40.95, General Admission $45.95 | Children: Members $19.95, General Admission $21.95

$21.95 – $45.95