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
18 events found.
Preschoolers (3 – 5 years)
Events for July 16, 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
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. Parents and kids will embark on an exciting journey through these lively stories read by dynamic storytellers each week. Many of these delightful books will...
Free with Admission
Chandler Public Library: T-Rex Tea Party!
Join us for a roaring good time at our summer T-Rex Tea Party! This playful program combines the charm of a traditional tea party with the excitement of dinosaurs. Enjoy a lively storytime, decorate your own dinosaur-themed craft, play interactive games, and snack on “dino-approved” treats. Costumes are welcome—dress up in your best tea party...
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
Tempe Public Library: Budding Builders
Tackle a building challenge or unleash your creativity with blocks, LEGO®, and more! Join us the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month for a fun building adventure! Caregivers and children ages 2-5 are invited to tackle a building challenge or explore their own creative designs with blocks, LEGO®, and more! 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
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: The Sands of Time
Learn about how fossils are formed in geological layers, and create a colorful fossil layer diorama with kinetic sand! Presentation from a local Geology expert and some real fossils to look at. Ages 3-18.
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...
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 mysterious cosmic rays—with stunning visuals and stories. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...
Free – $27
Yavapai County Free Library District: Crazy Sock-A-Saurus Stepping Stones
Crazy Socks & Dino rocks at the Library! Summer Spirit Day: Crazy Sock Day-come wearing your craziest socks and something you can paint in for a fun, messy & creative time! Decorate your own Dino themed stepping stone! Get creative at the library & decorate a stepping stone using paint, gems, and your Dino imagination! Make a...
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
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
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
Pinal County Library District: Bringing the Outdoors In
Pinal County parks and trails host a program. All Ages
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
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