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
21 events found.
Preschoolers (3 – 5 years)
Events for July 2, 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
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Ages 3 - 12
Free with Admission
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
Willow Bend Environmental Education Center: Hotel Saguaro Puppet Show
Did you know the Sonoran Desert is one of the most ecologically diverse deserts in the world? It is home to many unique plants and animals, including the iconic saguaro...
Free – $35
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...
$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
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: The Sun, Our Living Star
Discover the secrets of our Sun—our closest star and the engine of life on Earth. With stunning fulldome visuals and powerful storytelling, this immersive show reveals the Sun’s turbulent surface...
Free – $27
Yavapai County Free Library District: Healthy Choices with Matforce
Join us for this lively, hands-on program! The kids will be introduced to our friendly dog puppet, Honor Pup, who helps guide the fun. This is an interactive session where...
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
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Messengers of Time and Space
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to...
Free – $27
Yuma County Library District: Dino Who? Dino You!
Unleash your inner paleontologist and dig into a world of dino-tastic facts while crafting your very own dino disguise! Supplies & seating are limited–so stomp on over, first come, first...
Free
Yuma County Library District: Building with LEGOs / Construyendo con LEGOs
Bring your creativity to our LEGO program! Build together, imagine big, and have fun with thousands of LEGO bricks provided by the library. Whether you're creating castles, spaceships, or something...
Free
Surprise Public Library: Dino Dig Sensory Time
Come explore dinosaur themed sensory activities full of texture, colors, and hands on fun! Ages 0 - 5
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Hour
Master builders, assemble! We'll provide the LEGOs and lots of space. You bring your imagination and enthusiasm! For children, ages 5 and up. LEGO Hour is presented with funding from...
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...
Free with Park Fee
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System
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...
Free – $27
Yavapai County Free Library District: Build and Belong Club
Build and Belong Club is a monthly LEGO-based social group in Prescott, welcoming neurodivergent participants of all ages from across the Tri-City area, including Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Dewey-Humboldt,...
Free
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night
Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: 4H Club Meeting
4-H Social here at the Library Presented by Elaine Miller. Ages 5 - 18
Free
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