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,...
Uncover the mystery behind the magic of chemistry at CAMP INNOVATION’s Chemysteries! This winter break, young scientists in grades 1–6 will become chemical sleuths as they dive into hands-on experiments and STEM-powered adventures. From making gooey Oobleck and building a citrus-powered battery to exploring the difference between physical and chemical reactions, each day brings new...
Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch. Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go...
The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day...
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Families will explore a winter wonderland made from simple materials – interconnected cardboard squares, tall notched cardboard pipes, sparkling glitter glue, and hand-cut paper snowflakes. Every construction, decoration, and small...
Free hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math fun! STEAM projects for kids in grades 1-8 Takes place every Friday in the STEAM trailer when weather permits, otherwise inside the library. This week's program will be upstairs in the Founders Room
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,...
Join us as we learn and explore STEAM concepts!
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 ...
Come chat with Ranger Nikki and learn about cool critters with an exoskeleton, aka arthropods! Are you creeped out by creepy crawlers? Find out what makes them so special, why...
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, pelts,...
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...
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...
Looking for advanced academic support in math or English? The K–12 Afterschool Tutoring Program is held every Friday after school to help students build confidence and improve their skills. Whether it's homework help or test prep, we’re here to support your child’s growth! Led by experienced high school mentors, Olivia and Jaden, this program is...
Kids will build towers, create animals, and tackle exciting challenges! 12/5 Villain Hideouts
Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort...
CREATE at Arizona Science Center®'s Skill Studio Workshops explore beginner woodworking, laser cutting, 3D printing and sewing. Through two-hour sessions, the experts at CREATE will guide Makers through the creation...
Learn about the importance of preventing burn injuries from our friends at Arizona Burn Foundation. They will share storybook-based safety information with featured characters, Milo and Moxie, on our second floor!
The Museum is open from 5pm-9pm free of charge, on the first Friday of each month. Space is very limited, and guests will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Museum admission is not guaranteed due to extremely limited capacity. First Free Friday Nights at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix would not be possible without...
Reserved tickets for "Tour the Universe" planetarium show at the December 5th, 2025 Astronomy Night at the Mesa Community College Planetarium on MCC's Southern & Dobson campus in Mesa, Arizona....
Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot during this holiday season and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors! The Magical Christmas Journey® is based on the storybook, and the tale includes Princess Noel (a kind-hearted girl who transforms into a princess), Flurry, (a real bald eagle), Santa, Mrs Claus, elves and Canyon Critters. Enjoy festive...
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....
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 501(c)3 nonprofit hackerspace in Mesa, Arizona dedicated to helping...