The University of Arizona: Garden Discovery Days
This class connects you and your child to the garden through hands-on activities, where you’ll learn where food comes from, explore nature, and create fun nature-inspired crafts. Ages 0 - 5
Free
20 events found.
Preschoolers (3 – 5 years)
Events for August 21, 2026
Phoenix Public Library: Tools for School
Who’s it for? Children three to five years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? You and your child will get a head start on kindergarten! Share books and activities...
Free
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
Tempe Public Library: Mini STEAMers
Preschoolers (3-5yrs old) and their caregivers are invited to explore the exciting world of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. *Space and supplies are limited!
Free
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Little Learners’ STEAM Time
Join us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00
Free
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Character Shakers
Come explore character skills and music all at once! Children will create their own musical shakers using recycled cardboard tubes and colorful craft materials while learning about kindness, curiosity, bravery, respect, and creativity. What character skill do you want to focus on? As they create, they’ll express themselves through art and music while practicing important...
Free with Admission
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals,...
Free – $25
Mesa Public Library: Strengthen Your Senses – Eyes
Developing our eye muscles helps us become better readers. We will engage in activities that work out those muscles and give practical tips for how you can keep building that strength at home! Ages 3 - 5
Free
Pima County Public Library: Fun Desert Storytime!
Join the Cooper Center for Environmental Learning Staff in a fun desert storytime! The pages of Jenniffer Ward's The Seed and the Giant Saguaro will come to life as we "meet" several desert animals who all play a role in helping a small seed grow into a giant saguaro! There will be desert puppets, props, and...
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
Phoenix Public Library: Family+Math Storytime
Who’s it for? Children ages 3 to 5 years with their favorite grownups. What will you do? Each week you and your child will explore a new math concept through stories, songs,...
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 team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
$69
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Skins and Skulls
Step into the fascinating world of the Sonoran Desert with our educational table, “Skins and Skulls.” Discover the rich biodiversity of this unique ecosystem as we showcase what desert creatures left behind for us to find, providing a hands-on learning experience. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this exhibit is a non-structured come and go display...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Cosas Más Extrañas – Desierto Sonora / Stranger Things – Sonoran Desert
La naturaleza está llena de sorpresas. Como una telenovela, si te fijas bien, la naturaleza revela actores raros y conjuntos inexplicables. Amor, traición, relaciones, engaños - las criaturas del desierto demuestran todo. Hasta el desierto incluye sus propios cuentos de David y Goliat - ¿Será posible que un pájaro pueda vencer a una serpiente? Venga al parque, ¡entonces descubre el...
Free with Park Fee
Avondale Public Library: STEAM Jr.
Young learners will learn simple STEAM concepts through hands on activities. Ages 0 - 4
Free
Lowell Observatory: We Are Stars
What are we made of? Where did it all come from? The film explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and connects life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. NSC Creative applies its trademark approach of making complex scientific concepts accessible to all ages by using immersive and engaging visualizations. We...
Mohave County Library: Inspiration/Station
Ages: 5-11 Where STEM meets Art! Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. All Library Programs are free and open to the public.
Free
Pima County Public Library: Bubble Party!
Come and join us in making different size bubbles. You will be able to make a bubble painting project and participate in a bubble show. Registration online is required. Limit 25 patrons. Ages 3 - 8
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
Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Critter Crawl Night Tour
Join us after dark on a night-time adventure with our Education Staff and Docents! Discover the amazing world of nocturnal life in the Sonoran Desert on this family friendly ‘crawl’. Guests will learn about Sonoran Desert ecology while taking a closer look at the local critters. Plus, you will get the knowledge you need to be prepared for your own night-time treks. Preregistration is required and limited to 24 guests. For your safety, children ages 4 and under and pets are not permitted. Register: https://7830.blackbaudhosting.com/7830/Critter-Crawl-Night-Tour-21Aug2026 Distance: Each...
$12 – $18