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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 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

Liberty Wildlife: Free Nature Walk

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Meet in the lobby at Liberty Wildlife for a departure of 8:30. Will return about 9:30/10am Nature Walk is free. If you chose to stay for open hours, we ask...

Free

Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Nature Niños Activity

Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul 7366 N Paseo Del Norte, Tucson

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 and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....

Free with Admission

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs

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

Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Free with Admission

Phoenix Public Library: Aqua Aware Arizona

What’s in Our Water? Join students from Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center for a hands-on look at Arizona’s groundwater! Learn how water becomes contaminated, explore the science of filtration, and participate in a demonstration on how groundwater is contaminated from various sources. Participants will also be able and take home a Water Filtration Kit (this kit should not...

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

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: 50th Anniversary Free Day

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

December 13 marks 50 years of discovery for Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium! Celebrate with us by enjoying a day at Flandrau free of charge. Learn about cosmic chemistry, the stars, the sky, and more with our We Are Stars and Tucson Sky & Beyond planetarium shows. These shows will be playing routinely throughout the day with tickets...

Free

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

Pima County Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch (Morning Tour)

The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley

Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375...

Free

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

Yavapai County Free Library District: Preparedness Essentials with The American Red Cross

Yavapai County Free Library District - Paulden Public Library 16 W. Big Chino Rd., Paulden

Paulden Public Library is proud to host free, national preparedness programs led by Karen Pimentel of the American Red Cross. These one-a-month presentations are taught by a certified presenter and designed to help community members of all ages understand, prepare for, and respond appropriately to emergencies and disasters. With an engaging, age-appropriate curriculum, each month's...

Free

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Mammal Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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

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,...

Free – $25

Pima County Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch (Afternoon Tour)

The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley

Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. 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 around the traffic circle until...

Free

Mesa Public Library: Building Blocks Club

Mesa Public Library - Gateway Branch 5036 S. Eastmark Pkwy., Mesa

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.

Free

City of Tempe: Launch it!

Clark Park Community Center 1730 S. Roosevelt St., Tempe

Rocketeers will design and build a rocket that will keep their “eggstronaut” from cracking as it makes its way back to earth with a sunny-side up landing. We’ll use STEAM skills to design, create and test their space craft. We will have a blast! Ages 8 - 13  

$33.00

HeatSync Labs: Light-Up Graham Cracker Houses

HeatSync Labs 108 W. Main St., Mesa

Make the house of your dreams in graham crackers including lights and candies to decorate it for the holidays. We will use graham crackers, royal frosting, LED’s, gum drops and other candies for decorations. Everything needed will be provided and it is fun to work together. The non-electronic version of this was an Ose family...

$17.00

Verde Canyon Railroad: The Magical Christmas Journey® with Liberty Wildlife

Verde Canyon Railroad 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale

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...

Free with Admission

Mesa Public Library: Merry Main Street STEAM

The Neon Garden at The Post Mesa 26 N. Macdonald, Mesa

Join the Mesa Public Library table at Merry Main Street for a festive and fun STEAM adventure making Bubble Garland! Families are invited to stop by the library’s booth in...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Luminaria Walk in Spur Cross

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a self-guided Luminaria Walk through the stunning Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. As twilight falls, the trail will be softly illuminated by...

Free – $3

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