Did you know Arizona actually has five seasons? Monsoon Magic is an interactive nature exhibit where you’ll learn about the wildlife and meteorology of the southwest’s rainy season. At this...
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
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,...
ZOO ADMISSION BOGO DEAL IS INCLUDED in the price of the Highland Cow encounter! Enjoy a full day at the zoo the day of your encounter AND receive an additional...
We strive to create a fun, hands on experience for children to learn about organic gardening to encourage the love of gardening for years to come. Bring your gloves because...
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...
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...
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...
Explore the stars, planets, and space through hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity while earning your Astronomy Fun Patch. Girl Scouts will investigate the night sky, learn how scientists study...
Join Ranger Olivia to meet some of the animal ambassadors that reside at the White Tank Mountain Nature Center! This is a casual drop-in program, that gives you an opportunity...
Bring the family for a cool Saturday at the River of Time Museum & Exploration Center. All Ages
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...
Journey into the mysterious world of black holes in this visually stunning, immersive show. Featuring cosmic simulations and narrated by Liam Neeson, explore star birth and death, colliding galaxies, and...
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...
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it...
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...
As an early celebration of World Ranger Day (July 31), join Ranger Eric from Maricopa County Parks and Recreation to see snakes, scorpions, and spiders up close, and learn about...
As an early celebration of World Ranger Day at the end of July, join Ranger Eric at the North Valley Regional Library in Anthem on July 25 to see snakes, scorpions, and spiders...
This classroom setting program will feature information about what makes a mammal a mammal, and some of the special adaptations that Arizona mammals have. We will be discussing mammals but there will...
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...
Deep beneath the earth's crust, hundreds of kilometres below the surface, with no light, no air, and very little water, in pores and fissures of hard rock, scientists have found...
In honor of the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, we explore the discoveries that have been made on our Moon, as well as many other moons within our...
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...
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...
Night Ops is Tucson’s premiere summer event series! Join Pima Air & Space Museum and the Tucson Military Vehicle Museum and experience both museums on select evenings with discounted admission...
Get ready for wild summer evenings you won’t want to miss! Join us for Summer Safari Nights, presented by TMC Health, and experience the Zoo like never before—after the sun goes down...
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...
Discover the magic of flashlight nights As the sun sets, the desert transforms—revealing new sights, sounds and surprises after dark. Wander the trails with a flashlight in hand, gaze at...