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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 amazing 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

Mesa Public Library: Build It to Win It

Mesa Public Library - Red Mountain Branch 635 N. Power Rd., Mesa

Visit the THINKspot this week during its open hours to create a structure that can hold the most bricks while balancing perfectly on a small cup!

Free

Phoenix Herpetelogical Sanctuary: Little Keepers Half Day Camp

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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  is three hours long and does have a specific outline of activities & expectations. After check-in, the keepers & their counselor will gather together, review the rules...

$50.00

Phoenix Herpetelogical Sanctuary: Junior Habitats Day Camp

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

Reptiles can be found all over the world (except for very cold regions)! This day camp will take a look at tortoises, turtles, snakes, and lizards from different biomes and discover what kinds of adaptations help them survive! Day camp will be filled with activities such as: Crafts Games Interactions Building STEAM -based curriculum (Science,...

$75.00

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Winter Break Day Camp

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

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 floors of imaginative exhibits Discounted Day Camp Rates: $80 per child $70 per member childExtended care is available for $25 per day. Questions? Please contact...

$70 – $80

Verse Gilbert: Star Walk

Main Event Gilbert 1735 S. Santan Village Pkwy., Gilbert

STAR WALK is an immersive augmented reality (AR) experience divided into multiple acts. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the cosmos, including the Sun, Alpha Centauri, and the Laniakea Supercluster! 😎 Wearing Augmented Reality glasses, you'll walk around the room and use hand and voice commands to interact with planets, asteroids, and other cosmic bodies! 🎹 Be mesmerized as you listen...

$29.99 – $39.99

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Discover the Lake Boat Tour

Patagonia Lake State Park 400 Patagonia Lake Rd, Nogales

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 required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 Available on Fridays at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. through March 23,...

$5 – $7

National Park Service: Ranger Patio Talk

Coronado National Memorial 4101 W Montezuma Canyon Rd, Hereford

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! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Talks will take place on the patio in front of the...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Connecting with Nature Class

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Did you make it your New Year’s Resolution to spend more time in nature? Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to the skills needed to enhance your connection with the natural world. Make it your goal this year to get connected with nature! Join Ranger Kevin as we learn how to make - or strengthen...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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

Mohave County Library: Inspiration/Station

Mohave County Library - Lake Havasu City Branch 1770 N. McCulloch Blvd., Lake Havasu City

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 free and open to the public.

Free

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter 9800 Ski Run Rd. Mt., Lemmon

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 light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena.  This five-hour program starts 2 hours before sunset and accommodates up to 28...

$62.50 – $88.50

Arizona Science Center: CREATE – LaterLab

CREATE at Arizona Science Center 105 N. 5th St., Phoenix

LaterLab is a space for Makers to freely design, create and connect! Using the tools, machines and materials already available at CREATE, Makers will have the freedom to build on our 3D printers, etch designs with our laser cutters, woodwork using our tools and machinery, and sew up unique creations with our sewing machines. Wednesday...

$40.00

Phoenix Zoo: ZooLights

Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

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, guiding you through the illuminated pathways alongside animal habitats and Zoo trails. Don’t miss our brand-new light show, featuring vibrant visuals and mesmerizing music that...

$25 – $35

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Catalina Nights

Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson

Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts. Please bring a flashlight and a jacket. Caution:  The...

Free with Park Fee

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: Wildlights and Animal Sights

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary 1403 Heritage Park Rd., Prescott

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 & Saturday evening from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, beginning on November 29th and 30th and running through January 3rd & 4th, 2025. The park will...

$12.00

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Lights Up! A Festival of Illumination

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

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 display of luminarias will wow you! Experience a holiday light show unlike any other in southern Arizona! Designed by nationally known public garden landscape architect Tres...

HeatSync Labs: Young Makers

HeatSync Labs 108 W. Main St., Mesa

Young Makers is our free form workshop night for passionate kids and their parents. We work with driven young people to empower them to turn their ideas into reality. No babysitting. No lectures. This is discovery learning and creation. Questions to: [email protected] HeatSync Labs is a makerspace with tools and equipment which create a community...