Mission Garden: Birds of Mission Garden
Every second Thursday of the month, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM At Mission Garden, meet at the front gate No registration required FREE Walk around beautiful Mission Garden with one...
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Events for February 12, 2026
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 sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Free with Admission
Reid Park Zoo: Birding at the Zoo
Join Reid Park Zoo and Tucson Bird Alliance (formerly Tucson Audubon Society) for a guided bird walk through the Zoo. Experience the zoo in a new way as we observe...
Free with Admission
Yuma County Library District: La química del perfume
¡Aprende todo sobre la química detrás del perfume y crea tu propia fragancia! Los materiales son limitados y se entregarán por orden de llegada.
Free
Cochise County Library District: Adult Speaker Series – Dementia Prevention
Dementia prevention with Trinity Ribbing of Cochise County Health & Social Services.
Free
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 and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
Free
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Lifecycle of the Saguaro – Educational Walk
Native only to the Sonoran Desert, these giant cacti are a sight to see! Join us to follow the growth of a saguaro from seed to skeleton and view multi-armed,...
Free
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: More Noteworthy & Notorious Arizonans – Educational Hike
Join a City of Scottsdale historian on anther storytelling hike about influential Arizonans such as Mr. Scottsdale, a supreme court justice, the godfather of shock rock, the snake lady, the first female state senator and suffragette, and an Indian/non-Indian artist. All six have interesting tales behind their local or state history. 3 miles over about...
Free
Mesa Public Library: Vinyl Cutting – Tote Bag Design
Learn to use THINKspot’s vinyl cutting machine to create a custom design for a tote bag. Supplies for this craft will be provided. A cricut heat press will be used...
Free
Scottsdale Public Library: DIABETES EMPOWERMENT EDUCATION PROGRAM (DEEP)
This six-week workshop is designed to help people with pre-diabetes and diabetes, and their relatives and caregivers gain a better understanding of diabetes self-care. Sponsored by the local Area Agency on Aging. Workshop...
Free
Liberty Wildlife: Eagle/Raptors at the Rails
Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors!
Arizona State University: CEMinar – Kelsey Lyberger, Climate Change, Expanding Vectors, and the Evolution of Parasite Resistance
Kelsey Lyberger is an assistant professor in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts. She received her PhD in population biology from the University of California, Davis in 2021 and her...
Free
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Mammal Tour
Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you! Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn more about the mammal residents at PHS! Your VIP-Inspired Experience Includes: Capybara interaction for the group. Meet, pet, and feed our adorable capybara "Spud"! Opossum interaction...
$350
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Expedition Reef
Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea” as you embark on an oceanic safari of the world’s most vibrant— and endangered—marine ecosystems. Narrated by Tony Award® winner Lea Salonga, the all-digital Expedition Reef immerses you in the undersea adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live Earth science talk ...
Free – $27
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
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 / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
$20 – $25
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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Free – $25
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Mysteries of the Unseen World
Mysteries of the Unseen World reveals the hidden wonders all around us—too fast, too slow, or too small for the naked eye. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science uncover a mind-blowing world you’ve never seen before. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets...
Free – $27
Arizona State University: A Roadmap for Urban Nature-Based Solutions for Sustainable Futures – In Phoenix, the United States, and Beyond
Cities are unique and dynamic environments that are shaped by interacting social, technological, and ecological components. Faced with global climate change and growing urban populations, cities are increasingly turning to nature-based solutions (NBS) to address current and future social and environmental challenges. What opportunities are there to scale NBS in cities in the US and...
Free
Pinal County Library District: Apps For You
Learn about many of the popular apps that can be used on your smart device.
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System
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
The University of Arizona: WRRC 22nd Annual Chocolate Fest
Get ready for a mouthwatering celebration, where chocolate lovers unite, and the WRRC announces its 2025 photo contest winners! We invite you to join us on Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 4:00 pm—5:00 pm for our 22nd Annual Chocolate Fest. Get creative and bring chocolate in any consumable form to share with fellow attendees at...
The University of Arizona: Implications of Earthquakes Triggered by Massive Injection of Produced Water in Saline Aquifers for Large-Scale Geologic Storage of CO2
Presented by Mark Zoback (Professor Emeritus, Stanford) Part of the Geosciences Colloquium Series This year's colloquium series will consist of a mixture of researchers across the University of Arizona along with visiting scientists as well! The colloquium series will be conducted in the Gould-Simpson “Fishbowl” (2nd floor) from 4-5PM on Thursdays. There will be a Zoom...
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
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
⭐ Verde Valley SciTech Festival: Love Machine- Family Makerspace Night
Design a playful Valentine’s-themed chain-reaction machine with Meteor Crater Education Alliance. Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), featuring free events across the Verde Valley. Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events...
Free
⭐ Verde Valley SciTech Festival: STEAM Bingo & Game Night!
Play STEAM-themed bingo, explore activity stations, enjoy pizza & win prizes! Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), featuring free events across the Verde Valley. Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events...
Free
City of Chandler: Myths and Legends of the Sonoran Desert
Uncover the mysterious heart of the Sonoran Desert through the myths, legends, and lore that have shaped its past and present. From ancient Native American creation stories to eerie ghost tales of the Wild West, this lecture dives into the rich tapestry of stories tied to this iconic landscape. Ages 16+
$7 – $10
Yuma County Library District: Perfume Chemistry
Did you know there is more to perfume than just putting a scent into a bottle? Join us for this adult program to learn what role chemistry play in the making of perfume and how the composition impacts the final results of the product. All materials are provided. Supplies and seating are limited and available...
Free
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Computer Tutoring
30-minute, one-on-one instruction sessions are available for assistance with introductory software, creating email accounts, downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, résumé development, online job applications, and more. Tutoring check-in is at the...
Free
I ❤️ Pluto Festival 2026: Beer Unveiling and Astronomy on Tap
Cultural Icons: Pluto, Route 66, and How They Connect Us Join us at Mother Road Brewing for the unveiling of this year’s Pluto-themed beer plus a special edition of Astronomy...
Free
Arizona Game and Fish Department: An Overview of Arizona Owls
Owls are surrounded with myth and mystery. Attributed with wisdom, they are indeed unique birds of prey with an incredible ability to rotate their heads 270 degrees and fly silently. Arizona is home to 13 species of owls and their incredible diversity highlights their differences in size, shape, plumage and behaviors. Join us for a...
$10