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...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or Indigenous people's use of plants and animals. Program duration: 60...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger talk. Meet at the amphitheater seating are, located 100 yards from the visitor center along the loop trail. Ages 6+
Science keeps you cool—even at a discount! This June, enjoy $5 off all shows on Tuesdays! Gather your friends and family and join us every Tuesday for some fun at the Planetarium. Explore the wonders of the universe with this great deal. Check out our showtimes page to see our scheduled planetarium shows!
Learn why our desert is so diverse and why diversity is good for us, then meet a few of the animals that live in our biodiverse region! Experts from the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum will speak about the unique desert that surrounds us, accompanied by some animal friends. Ask most people to describe a “desert” and you’ll...
A Fun Wellness Program for Kids MATFORCE is teaming up with local libraries to bring families a lively, hands-on program all about making healthy choices. In just 30 minutes, kids will laugh, learn, and explore wellness in a way that feels like play. Activity Sheets, Take Home Goodies, Interactive Activities, and Meet Honor Pup!!!...
Embark on a whirlwind journey across the world to explore the fascinating world of reptiles and their habitats—no passport required! In this live, hands-on demonstration, participants will meet amazing scaly creatures. Witness firsthand their incredible adaptations, learn about the vital roles they play in our ecosystem.
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 an enormous biodiversity of micro-organisms that thrive in extreme conditions. The Dark Biosphere challenges everything we thought we knew and challenges us to rethink not...
Create camera-less photography using the sun and some super cool chemical reactions! Materials are provided, but you’re free to bring any of your own objects to “fossilize” into photos. Ages 8-18 Registration required!
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...
Join us on Tuesdays in June for a fun STEAM-themed program led by our teen volunteers! Ages 6 - 18
Learn all about coding with Sphero robots and the Arizona Science Center. Create a unique maze and challenge each other to direct their robots through. This program is for ages 12-18 only. Registration is required.
Narrated by George Takei, this planetarium show explores comets, asteroids, and their powerful impacts on Earth. Journey through time and space to see how these ancient objects shaped our planet—and what we’re learning from them now.. Audience: General, all ages All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science center exhibits and experiences...
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...
Kids of all ages can come and socialize while they complete LEGO challenges. This is a drop in program, please stay with your child if they need help. Ages 5 - 18
Design your own artwork and watch it magically shrink into a one-of-a-kind keychain in this fun, hands-on program. Participants will create colorful designs that transform into durable mini keepsakes. This program is for teens ages 12 to 18.
Join us at the library to create miniature stuffed dinosaurs! This is a beginner-friendly program that will teach basic sewing skills. For teens.
Join us for afternoon kids activities--playing tabletop games, doing crafts, exploring STEAM activities and more! This program is supported by Friends of the Phoenix Public Library. Ages 6 - 18
sOur presenter Nathalie will take us back into the Jurassic to teach us how to make a stegosaurus, a triceratops, or a pterodactyl origami! We will also be decorating our dinosaurs! Because good hand/eye coordination is required, this is for ages 8 and up. Adults welcome! Please register for this event, adults do not need to...
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! Every Tuesday kids and their families can build whatever their imagination desires! Show off your creativity and have fun! We also have DUPLO blocks for littlest of builders. LEGO clubs help improve math, science, and art skills, as well as social and problem-solving skills. There is no registration...
Explore the world of artificial intelligence (AI), like what it is, how it works, and how it connects to the real world!
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 center exhibits...
Teens will get hands-on practice with STEAM skills such as design, engineering, and programming while building with LEGO®. LEGO® Education engages students in hands-on investigation of STEAM concepts while contributing to literacy, math, and social-emotional development. Standards-aligned STEAM learning units use everyday themes, relatable Minifigures with different personalities and familiar LEGO® building elements to...
Create your own mini-pizza masterpiece while testing your dino trivia. Ages 11 - 18
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
Enjoy stunning mountain views and majestic saguaros on a leisurely sunset stroll. In this volunteer-led experience, learn about how the desert provides wildlife with shelter and vital sustenance. This hike...