National Park Service: Garden Walk (West District)
Join us for a guided walk through the Cactus Garden where you’ll explore the fascinating natural history of the Sonoran Desert! Wheelchair accessible. All Ages
Free with Park Fee
44 events found.
Kids (6 – 8 years)
Events for July 8, 2026
National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a casual walk and talk through our ethnobotanical garden to learn some sharp facts about the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest flower,...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk | Ranger Program
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons,...
Free with Park Fee
Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours
In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is $5 per person There are no set programs, but volunteers are on hand to bring animals out to meet you up close. We are closed the month of August All Ages
$5
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Little Keepers Day Camp
Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is...
$50
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: CAPYBARA ENCOUNTER
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to...
$79
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: PENGUIN ENCOUNTER
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
$89
Yavapai County Free Library District: Unearth a Story: Summer Adventure Series – Dino Silhouettes
Unearth a Story! Dig into Dinosaurs, Archeology, and Paleontology this summer with our weekly Summer Reading Adventure Series. Join us for hands‑on activities inspired by stories, science, and pure creativity....
Free
National Park Service: Ranger Talk
Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger talk. Meet at the amphitheater seating are, located 100 yards from the visitor center along the loop trail. Ages 6+
Free with Park Fee
Bearizona Wildlife Park: VIP Experience
Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts...
Yavapai County Free Library District: Times Tables Math Activities 3rd – 6th Grade
Learning times tables builds foundational mathematical fluency, enabling faster mental math, improved problem-solving, and increased confidence in advanced topics like fractions, algebra, and division. Come in and practice with manipulatives...
Free
Pinal County Library District: America 250 Codes & Ciphers
It's America 250 Codes & Ciphers week! We are going to explore the science and history of codes and ciphers in America. Our morning session is 10 - 11 AM...
Free
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Flora and Fauna Photos
Discover how to contribute observations of biodiversity in Northern Arizona using iNaturalist. Ages 8-18 Please register all participants.
Free
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SEA LION ENCOUNTER
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
$89
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SLOTH ENCOUNTER
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care...
$69
Mesa Public Library: Make Your Own Pedestrian Signal Light Kit STEM
Ignite your kids' curiosity with MesaMoves hands-on Pedestrian Signal Light Kits. Kids learn to build and wire individual pedestrian signal lights while gaining important concepts about circuits and pedestrian safety....
Free
Buckeye Public Library System: Summer Reading Escape Room – Riddle of the Sphinx
Can you save a secret, vital recipe before Pompeii is lost to time? Ages 6 - 12
Free
Yuma County Library District: Dinosaur Skeleton Dig Part 2
Children ages 6-12, uncover history by digging up your own dinosaur skeleton! This program is two parts: Part 1: children will make the dinosaur skeleton out of salt dough and let it dry....
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Science Heroes – Digging It!
Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that’s all around us! Harness the power of pressure and energy with our Toilet Tornado™! Experiment with physical vs. chemical...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Full STEAM Ahead!
Drop by Dewey-Humboldt Town Library (Main Floor) every Wednesday for your favorite STEAM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more! Ages 5 - 18
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Dinosaur Yoga
Children ages 3+ can join us for Dino Yoga, a fun dinosaur-themed program featuring simple yoga poses, imaginative play, and mindfulness activities. Wednesdays, July 1st and July 8th from 1:15–2:00...
Free
National Park Service: Critter Chat | Ranger Talk
Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The...
Free with Park Fee
Pinal County Library District: STEAM Genius – Discover, Dig, & Design!
Discover, dig, and design all summer long with STEAM Genius! This hands-on library program invites kids ages 7–12 to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through fun, engaging activities...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: One Sky
An award-winning series of seven immersive shorts sharing diverse cultural sky stories—from Greek Orion and Navajo Thunderbird to Hawaiian wayfinding and Indian observatories—celebrating how humanity across time finds patterns and tools under our one sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...
Free – $27
Glendale Public Library: Arizona Science Center Presents – COOL SCIENCE!
Take a break from the Arizona heat to learn about solids, liquids and gases while observing some of the coolest liquid nitrogen experiments! Tickets will be distributed in the youth...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Tie Dye Time!
Unearth your colorful side with tie dye, sidewalk chalk, and messy art! For youth of all ages. Please bring a piece of clothing or fabric to tie dye. Dye will...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Wax Resist Watercolor
Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace for a watercolor program! We'll draw a leaf design using crayon, and then watercolor over it- the waxy crayon resists the paint to create a...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Tween VR
Kids ages 8-12 take turns playing with our VR headsets!
Free
National Park Service: Geology Talk | Ranger Talk
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up to 18 miles wide, 277 river...
Free with Park Fee
Pinal County Library District: Dino-mite Stories in the Studio with Ms. Diamin
Join us for dino-mite stories and activities with Ms. Diamin. Each week features a fun story followed by a hands-on art project, inspiring creativity and imagination all summer long. Ages 0 - 8
Free
Mesa Public Library: Volcano Party
Get ready to rock the summer with the ultimate volcano party. Participants will build their own volcano and create a reaction with baking soda and vinegar to watch it erupt....
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Creative Minds Club – GALAXY JARS
Join us for Creative Minds Club – an after-school creativity club where we will be doing something fun and creative every Wednesday. On this Wednesday we will be creating Galaxy...
Free
Maricopa County Library District: Exploration Station
Come and explore the world of STEM! This month we will be exploring the world of chemistry with dinosaur slime! Materials provided. Registration required. Ages 6 - 12
Free
Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Plate Tectonics and Geology!
Unearth the story of how our planet is constantly being reshaped by the movement of its tectonic plates and take a closer look at some fascinating rocks under our microscopes!...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond
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,...
Free – $27
Yuma County Library District: The Wacky Science Show
Get ready for a fun, hands-on science show full of exciting experiments, surprising tricks, and interactive moments! All ages. Seating is limited, so arrive early!
Free
Avondale Public Library: Youth Wednesday – Volcanoes
Featuring engaging activities designed to build skills, expand vocabulary, explore science concepts, and more. Ages 5 - 12
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Block Party
Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Ages 3-12
Free
Surprise Public Library: Little Innovators
Kids ages 3-6 with an adult will learn about STEM concepts by reading a book and then doing a science experiment following the Scientific Method. We will be learning about...
Free
Phoenix Public Library: MACH2 – WeDo Wednesday LEGO Robotics
Join us in MACH2 for WeDo Wednesdays: LEGO Robotics. Ready to build moving robots, learn how motors work, and do basic programming? WeDo Wednesdays is the place for you! For...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Discoveridocus Days – Dinolympics
Weekly Dino Adventures at the Library Each Wednesday, kids can jump into a new hands‑on, dino‑themed activity inspired by the Summer Reading Program manual. Every week brings a fresh craft,...
Free
City of Chandler: Aquatic Insects
Did you know the Sonoran Desert is a hidden gem for some amazing aquatic insects? Dive into the enchanting world of dragonflies, damselflies, and mayflies that thrive in our beautiful...
$7 – $10
National Park Service: Ranger Rendezvous | America’s Best Idea | Ranger Program
Explore Grand Canyon's history and learn how it relates to the National Park Service. Discover why our parks really are “America’s Best Idea.” Program duration: 60 minutes, at Bright Angel Trailhead The program is free of charge. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All programs are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or when...
Free with Park Fee
Desert Botanical Garden: Desert Oasis Garden After Dark
New this summer! Twelve light installations now on view at Garden After Dark throughout the Garden trails. This brand-new shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with...
Free with Admission