What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer...
STEM Fest is a one-day event, held on January 17th, 2026 during the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, January 17-25, 2026 and helps launch Gearing Towards the Future. STEM Fest introduces Gearing Towards The Future student activities and Sponsors focused on STEM initiatives. Barrett-Jackson, in partnership with the Arizona SciTech Institute, bring together STEM programs and companies...
Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from October to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn in a safe, engaging environment. Outdoor play isn’t just fun; it’s essential!...
How well do you know our desert wildlife? Where do they live? Who hunts (predator) and who hides (prey)? Are they carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores? How can you tell? Can you spot them just by their tracks, or maybe by their… scat? If you’re curious about desert predators and prey, their habitats, and more, come...
October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit.
When the sun goes down, the wings light up. Experience Glass in Flight like never before—under the stars and aglow with color. For a limited number of evenings, the Arboretum...