Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Free with Admission
27 events found.
Tweens (9 – 12 years)
Events for April 18, 2025
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Going, Going, Green – Stewards of the Earth
It’s Going, Going, Green! Month, let’s learn about being good stewards of the earth! Visit Star Bar on the 2nd floor to learn about recycling in Phoenix, what to do with your recyclables, tips on composting and how to help animal habitats with a fun matching game. Make sure all the animals go to the right home!...
Free with Admission
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: “Welcome to My Garden” – Garden Collages!
Using magazines, tissue paper, and other fun materials, make your very own garden collage as we celebrate the Earth and our “Earth Day Expo” Event on April 18th in the...
Free with Admission
Yavapai County Free Library District: Sewing Class
Join us on the first Friday of every month for our hands-on Sewing Class! Whether you're a beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we'll be using sewing machines to create fun and functional projects. If you have your own sewing machine, we recommend bringing it, but if not, there may be extras...
Free
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Earth Day Expo
Join us in the Museum’s Children’s Garden on Friday, April 18th, and Tuesday, April 22nd, from 9:30am-1:00pm for some fun outdoor activities in celebration of Earth Day! Activities include: DIY...
Free with Admission
Tohono Chul: Reptile Ramble
Discover the fascinating world of our scaly neighbors! Learn to identify local reptiles and finally uncover the answer to the age-old question: Why do lizards do push-ups? Get up close with non-venomous snakes, lizards, tortoises, and more in this engaging, hands-on experience! This wildlife experience is perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages.
Free with Admission
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Family Nature Art – Earth Day Crafts
Enjoy a family-friendly morning of art and nature! All materials provided, no experience needed, all ages welcome. Explore the colors and shapes of nature and create your own project to take home.
Free
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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...
Free with Park Fee
Pinal County Library District: Nutrition for Kids! Activities and snacks!
Join us after story time to learn more about how to get all the macro and micro nutrients needed to grow big and strong! U of A nutrition outreach specialist...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Black Holes
Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a...
Free – $14
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
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters /...
$20 – $25
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Mysteries of the Unseen World
This planetarium show takes you on an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too small or simply invisible. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...
Free – $14
Phoenix Public Library: Harmon STEAM Club – Teach Me Days
Are you a teen who loves to build and create? Each Teach Me Day session will focus on a different STEAM medium. Come to learn and try something new. Our talented staff will provide the experience, the know-how, and the supplies, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. No experience required! For teens ages 12-18.
Free
Phoenix Public Library: Brick Builders
Bring your imagination and join us for an afternoon of brick building. You can follow our themes and challenges or make your own. Creative thinking, teamwork, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving are...
Free
Mohave County Library: Inspiration/Station
Where STEM meets Art! Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Ages: 5-11 Pre - Registration required due to limited seating. Call: 928-453-0718 All Library Programs are...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Be a Citizen Scientist!
Stop by an information table where Ranger Kevin will teach you how to use your phone to identify and document your nature findings to help the scientific community. Ranger Kevin...
Free with Park Fee
Tempe Public Library: LEGO® Learning Lab
Kids will use their creativity to build towers, create animals, and tackle exciting challenges!
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey,...
Free – $14
Pinal County Library District: Titans
For ages 8-18. Looking for a challenge, want to learn something new? Titans is just the thing for you. It is both a fun and educational program that focuses on...
Free
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at Casa de San Pedro B&B
Hummingbird banding sessions at Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast are open to members of SABO and guests of the B&B at no charge, though donations are appreciated. Only...
Free
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a...
$62.50 – $88.50
Embry – Riddle Aeronautical University: Whale Super Highway
Show Times: Friday, April 18: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Whale Super Highway follows humpback whales and blue pygmy whales on their 4,000-mile migration down the coast of Western Australia to the freezing waters of Antarctica and back again. Once hunted to the brink of extinction, humpback whales have made an extraordinary recovery. Today, Western...
$7.50
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Evening Nature Hike
Learn about wildlife of the Sonoran Desert and easy citizen science you can help with on this late afternoon-evening hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about diurnal and nocturnal critters of Sonoran Desert riparian areas. We will start out in the late afternoon but will be hiking back after...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Evening Hike
Join Ranger Kevin for a relaxing evening stroll through the Sonoran Desert. Come along for a hike amongst the towering saguaros and rugged mountains of White Tank Mountain park. We’ll...
Free with Park Fee
Phoenix Zoo: Girl Scouts Night Camp – Habitats
Explore animal habitats around the world from right here at the Zoo! Observe animals’ natural behaviors, learn how the Zoo cares for them, and how YOU can make a difference. ...
$79 – $89
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Catalina Nights
Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts. Please bring a flashlight and a jacket. Caution: The...
Free with Park Fee