National Park Service: Garden Walk (West District)
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 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, come let your curiosity blossom. This is an accessible program. All Ages
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 about how Bearizona’s training programs keep our animals happy, healthy and their lives enriched. Jump on our Wild Ride bus with our entertaining tour guides...
Kids create colorful paper flowers that magically open in water, turning science into a quick, fun surprise for families to enjoy together. We are Now Located on the 4th floor next to MACH! FRC Programs are for children birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
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+
Get an extra boost of science every Monday this summer with Family Brain Boost! CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science for the whole family! Explore science concepts in an interactive setting based on the concept that science is fun, interesting and everywhere! All Ages
Join us in the Red Hills Visitor Center to discover various plant species native to the Sonoran Desert and learn how indigenous peoples traditionally used them for food and medicine. Wheelchair accessible. All Ages
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...
Zoner and the Drip is an entertaining puppet show about a newcomer to Arizona struggling with the desert climate. His antics attract the attention of Drip, a water droplet frustrated by Zoner's wasteful ways. Their interactions lead to hilariously eye-opening lessons about conservation! First-come, First-served. The storied Great Arizona Puppet Theatre has partnered with the...
Kids create colorful paper flowers that magically open in water, turning science into a quick, fun surprise for families to enjoy together. We are Now Located on the 4th floor next to MACH! FRC Programs are for children birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Join us for this fun sensory activity where we’ll create a fizzy dinosaur egg you can drop in water! This program is perfect for children of all ages. Seating is limited, while supplies last. Ages 0 - 12
This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types of wild cats that roam not only Arizona’s mountains and deserts, but in some cases – our cities and towns! Wheelchair accessible. All Ages
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...
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
Discover the nocturnal wildlife that fills our night sky. Walk along the rim to learn about Grand Canyon's only flying mammal - bats - and their key role. This program will be outdoors; you will meet the ranger at the Park Headquarters Building, and then follow a paved trail 0.4 miles to the rim of...