Explore the slopes of Tumamoc Hill on a guided hike to learn about the natural and cultural history of Tucson and the Sonoran Desert. This tour offers insights into the ecology, cultural history, and desert adaptations that have shaped this unique landscape and agave farming and resilience. Enjoy stunning views while discovering how agave has...
The Research & Innovation Expo (RIE) is a competitive showcase for bold ideas, original research, and innovative solutions. Hosted during AZ Tech Week 2026, RIE provides students the opportunity to...
Celebrate STEM with us in Gila County! STEMFest is a free community event made possible by the businesses, organizations, agencies, and individuals that volunteer their time and efforts to make STEM-education a community issue. Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all...
One of the community’s best FREE events for kids. Compete to throw the furthest paper airplane and win amazing prizes. Each contestant will compete by building and throwing their paper airplane. The farthest throw wins! The top three from each age group will compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Each contestant in the individual competition...
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....
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the complete hard rock ore extraction process, with the mine shaft, tramway, ore carts, crushing and extraction, that are always on display, but operated only during these events. The highlight is Arizona’s only fully operational ten-stamp ore crushing mill. The ten 1,000-lb...
Experience a piece of Arizona history. Get an opportunity to explore the Pendley Homestead Apple Packing Shed. A ranger will be available to answer any questions about the homestead's history. Come and see the Bean Cutler 1933 Sorter and Bean Cutler Polisher added in 1946. Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Resuming April 8,...
Come celebrate the Spring season at the Red Mountain Library Spring Festival. There will be carnival style games, crafts, and more for kids aged 3-8 and their families.
The Nature Program is a live reptile exhibit and the perfect opportunity for people of all ages to learn all about Arizona’s wildlife! Our team of passionate, experienced volunteers are here to answer your questions and show you how these animals have adapted to survive in the Sonoran Desert. This program is weather dependent. Meet at...
Join us for a special Arizona250 celebration at San Rafael Ranch Historic District, located within the San Rafael State Natural Area. This commemorative event invites the public to experience one of Arizona’s most significant historic ranching sites while celebrating Arizona’s rich heritage, landscapes, and communities. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the historic ranch...
Team up with the recycling team from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality for a day of hands-on discovery and circular economy fun. We’ll turn waste into wonder with a unique trash can audit that promises plenty of laughs and surprises. Come ready to play as we dig through the trash and wrap our minds...
STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through...
Join us for a lively and entertaining walk of the park grounds, featuring a brief overview of the town of Jerome, its mining operations, and its people. Presented by environmental geologist Hal Hatfield.
Love Fashion? Want to design your own clothing? Come learn how to sew and design your own clothing using a sewing machine! EV Sewing and Fashion Design Workshops inspire confidence, joy and creativity. All levels of experience are welcome, as projects are customized for the student during class. Supplies and materials will be provided including...
Heralded as the “Tree of Wonders”, the agave has been celebrated for centuries throughout Mexico and the American Southwest, and utilized to make over 40 products - from textiles to tequila. Uncover the adaptations that enable this native succulent to thrive in the hot and harsh Sonoran Desert, and discover how a prized ornamental holds...
Ready for fun? Join us every week for a different family activity, such as STEM, art, games, or brick-building. ¿Listo para la diversión? Familias, únanse a nosotros cada semana para una actividad diferente, como STEM, arte, juegos, o construcción de ladrillos de colores.
In a live planetarium show, we will use the three movements of a London Symphony Orchestra recording of Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto to delve into three aspects of the universe...
Families are encouraged to participate in making and creating at Mesquite. Guided activities will include science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics concepts. Join the family STEAM event every second Saturday of the month. Let's create!
Set up camp amongst the beautiful trees and grass. Share the adventure of overnight camping with family, friends, and neighbors! Dust off your camping gear - it's time for Camping Under the Stars! Activities Include: Environmental exhibits Cowboy singalong Stargazing and telescope viewing Campfire Movie in Marana Crafts and Games Raffle S’mores Check in:...
In a live planetarium show, we will use the three movements of a London Symphony Orchestra recording of Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto to delve into three aspects of the universe James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is investigating with the best technology humanity has sent into space to date. JWST is both a marvel of technology...
Kids ages 6-11 are welcome to drop in to our self-guided makerspace where we learn by doing. Explore creative hands-on ways to design, experiment, and make. All materials provided, just bring your imagination. No ticket or registration required.
Need help with basic bike maintenance? Our Bicycle Lab offers 30-minute appointments where we’ll guide you through simple repairs like changing a tube or lubricating your chain. Only acoustic bikes –...
In a live planetarium show, we will use the three movements of a London Symphony Orchestra recording of Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto to delve into three aspects of the universe James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is investigating with the best technology humanity has sent into space to date. JWST is both a marvel of technology...
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...
Come view the stars during the Arizona SciTech Festival! Fun for the whole family, located at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve. East Valley Astronomy Club members staff operations and programming for the Observatory. The observatory houses a 16-inch diameter Meade, modified Richey-Cretien scope, guided by a Paramount ME computer controlled German equatorial mount slaved to The...