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🎄OdySea Aquarium: Winter Wonderland

OdySea Aquarium 9500 E. Vía de Ventura Suite A-100, Scottsdale

ODYSEA AQUARIUM IS THE PLACE TO VISIT FOR FESTIVE FUN ALL MONTH LONG! Voyager Transforms into a Festive Holiday “Ride-Thru” Experience Festive lighting, music, and décor change with each rotation as you ride through custom-themed exhibits featuring graceful stingrays and sea turtles, playful sea lions, and majestic sharks. Included with admission.   SeaTREK Santa Returns!...

Free with Admission

Desert Botanical Garden: Discovery Stations

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Stop by one of our many Discovery Stations, and participate in hands-on activities with volunteers to learn about the animals and plants of the Sonoran Desert. Free with Admission

Free with Admission

Desert Botanical Garden: Cactus Clubhouse

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Cactus Clubhouse is a fun and immersive nature play space for kids 12 and younger. Kids can engage in activities that spark independent play and encourage growth and exploration. Join us for instructor-led activities at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Cactus Clubhouse hours may be subject to change. Please check in with admissions upon...

Free with Admission

🎄 Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

November 24 - January 7 This holiday season, 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. Thousands of lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting....

Free with Admission

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...

Free with Park Fee

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! 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...

Free – $10

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Nature Program

Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson

Our Nature Program is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages to learn all about Arizona's diverse wildlife. This is a live reptile exhibit and so much more! On-site experts will be available to answer your questions about these creatures and interpret how they have adapted to survive and thrive in the sunny Sonoran...

Free with Park Fee

Desert Botanical Garden: Docent Tour

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

 10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Explore the Garden with a docent and learn how plants have adapted to the desert environment. See the Garden’s living collection with plants...

Free with Admission

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Big Astronomy

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

In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+)...

Free – $12

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...

Free with Admission

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Perfect Little Planet

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

Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! This show is a journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system. Featuring fun characters and computer animation, it's great for for younger audiences! Recommended for younger audiences. Themes: Planets, planet features Style: Fulldome animated...

Free – $12

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

National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Come join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.  Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

Pima County Public Library: LEGOs @ Nanini

Pima County Public Library - Nanini Library 7300 N. Shannon Rd., Tucson

Folks of all ages are invited to dig through huge piles of our Legos and build whatever their imagination desires. We also have Duplo blocks for the littlest builders! No registration is required.

Free

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter 9800 Ski Run Rd. Mt., Lemmon

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 prior to sunset and accommodates up to...

$60 – $85

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond

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

Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live astronomy talk is constantly changing! Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology Style: Live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages...

Free – $12

🎄 Reid Park Zoo: Zoolights Holiday Magic

Reid Park Zoo 3400 Zoo Court, Tucson

There’s ‘snow place like Reid Park Zoo for the holidays! December 2– 23, Encore Nights: December 26 – 30 and January 2 – 7 Ready, Set, Glow! ZooLights: Holiday Magic,...

Free – $13

Lowell Observatory: Meet a Planetary Astronomer

Lowell Observatory 1400 W. Mars Hill Rd., Flagstaff

This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet Lowell Planetary Astronomer, Dr. Larry Wasserman! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, learn about...

Free with Admission