To thank the community for its support, while offering budget-friendly staycation fun for families, Reid Park Zoo is once again offering its $3 Ticket Tuesdays for 2026. Every Tuesday in June and July daytime admission is $3 per person at the gate. As always, Zoo members can visit daily for free. Zoo summer hours are...
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
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...
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...
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
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...
Join us at Palo Verde Library every Thursday for a STEAM activity, art project, game day, or another fun activity! *This program is best for ages 5 and up....
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 fights for survival against drought, lightning, frost, and other dangers. Wheelchair accessible. Ages 6+
Escape the midday heat and head into the air-conditioned Nature Center for this special America 250 Lunch n' Learn! From the Gadsden "Don't Tread on Me" flag to "Slytherin" and other Hollywood snake-lore, our nation's relationship with serpents has been marked by both deep reverence and intense fear. In this engaging presentation, Ranger Jacque will let the...
Need we say more? Come join us for our Try-It Tuesday STEAM exploration and make some slime! Design and mix your own slime while learning about the science behind this...
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...
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) is creating the most detailed map of our nearby universe. Installed on the Mayall telescope on Kitt Peak in Southern Arizona, DESI's 5000 independently operated robots can measure the light from thousands of galaxies at once. Join us as we explore the science, instrument, and people behind this global...
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...
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...
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...
This drop-in program is open to kids and teens ages 5–18 who love to build, create, and imagine. Each session features a fun LEGO building challenge, or participants can choose...
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