What makes the Old Main building so important? It’s the first building on the University of Arizona campus and has been a place of education and learning for over 130 years. But it’s also the site of beautiful and water-wise landscaping, combining the best of desert and adapted trees and plants with water conservation practices...
Meet at the park visitor center for a ranger led talk and demonstration about the importance of weaving in pueblo culture.
Join us for a wild and wonderful celebration of children, animals and Hispanic culture at one of our biggest events! Día del Niño is back featuring a variety of family-friendly entertainment and activities all with a festive Latin flair!
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....
Join geology interpreter John Sutton for a fascinating journey back 1.7 billion years. Learn how powerful geological forces shaped the Verde Valley and laid the foundation for Jerome's rugged landscape and rich mining history. Perfect for history lovers, rock hounds and curious minds of all ages. This program is scheduled every Sunday at 10 a.m.,...
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,...
Join us for the 10th Annual Hands On STEM Fair at the Faye Gray Recreation Center (5745 S. 20th Street) from 10:00am - 2:00pm on April 26, 2025! This exciting event is perfect for all science enthusiasts, young and old. Get ready to explore the fascinating world of science, technology, engineering, and math through interactive exhibits,...
Embark on the ultimate space vacation with a visiting alien family exploring our solar system’s top sights. Soar over Pluto, dive past Miranda’s cliffs, and stroll Mars’ surface in this fun, immersive adventure for younger audiences. Audience: Pre-K audiences Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access...
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...
This one-time class gives students unique challenges to test their Minecraft building and design skills. Students will work either in a group or by themselves to create a build according to theme. One class students may be amusement park tycoons; the next, a minigame host; another, pirates with their own working cannons! Each week, we...
Learning more about the native plants and trees here in the Sedona area is a great way to enhance any hike. Our volunteer guides explain how plant life is interconnected with indigenous cultures, pioneer settlers, people in our contemporary times and wildlife. This interpretive experience is for both the beginner and experienced hiker, lasting between 1½-2...
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...
Grab your grownup and join the Tempe Park Rangers for a discussion and demonstration about animals and nature! Live animals are frequently included.
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...
This one-time class gives students unique challenges to test their Minecraft building and design skills. Students will work either in a group or by themselves to create a build according to theme. One class students may be amusement park tycoons; the next, a minigame host; another, pirates with their own working cannons! Each week, we...
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...
Enjoy an evening at the zoo and use what you see and hear to make art. Inspired by the Outdoor Art Maker badge. Camp ends around 9:15 p.m., making it perfect for younger campers who prefer to sleep in their own beds.
