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
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Preschoolers (3 – 5 years)
Events for July 9, 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, come let your curiosity blossom. This is an accessible program. All Ages
Free with Park Fee
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 feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
$79
Butterfly Wonderland: Story Time with Critter Visit
Join Butterfly Wonderland for a magical adventure in the Butterfly Theater! Dive deep into the rainforest with a Story Time session, featuring captivating tales about butterflies and other rainforest critters....
Free with Admission
Pinal County Library District: Nature Detectives
Pinal County Open Spaces, Trails and Regional Parks presents "Nature Detectives"... We believe it's important for children to experience and enjoy nature. So come learn new ways to observe, build...
Free
Yuma County Library District: The Wacky Science Show / El show de ciencia loca
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! ¡Prepárense para una aventura científica divertida y llena de energía! El show de Ciencia Divertida está replete de experimentos emocionantes, reacciones, sorprendentes y muchas risas mientras los niños aprenden sobre las maravillas de la...
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...
$89
Avondale Public Library: Family Storytime – Creepy Crawlies
Fun stories with simple storylines and predictable plots that will support your child’s developing literacy. Ages 0 - 5
Free
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
Yavapai County Free Library District: Dino Discovery Day!
A New Dino adventure each week. It may be a story. We are doing explore with Eggs. We will have an excavation. We are going to paint a Dino. Come adopt a Dino friend for Summer. Ages 5 - 18
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 program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. The program is free of charge. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The Critter Chat is subject to...
Free with Park Fee
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
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. Space is limited; tickets will be given out on a first-come first-serve basis beginning 1 hour before the start of the show.
Free
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 on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...
Free – $27
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
Surprise Public Library: LEGO Club!
Come hang out with us at Lego Club! We'll have lots of fun things to build with such as Legos, K'Nex and Keva Blocks, along with some other Lego themed activities. No need to bring anything, only your imagination! Ages 5 - 13
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 cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. All Ages
Free with Admission