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
Free with Park Fee
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Tweens (9 – 12 years)
Events for July 16, 2026
National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)
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,...
Free with Park Fee
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
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk | Ranger Program
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,...
Free with Park Fee
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Advanced Keepers Day Camp
Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is...
$50
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...
$79
National Park Service: Ranger Talk
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+
Free with Park Fee
Butterfly Wonderland: Story Time with Critter Visit
Join Butterfly Wonderland for a magical adventure in the Butterfly Theater! Dive deep into the rainforest with a Story Time session, featuring captivating tales about butterflies and other rainforest critters....
Free with Admission
The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology...
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...
$89
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...
$69
Buckeye Public Library System: Summer Reading Escape Room – Lab Lockdown
A disgruntled employee has set a computer virus loose! Can you shut it down in 20 minutes before the dinosaurs are set loose? Ages 6 - 12
Free
Surprise Public Library: Jurassic-mas in July!
Christmas in July, but with a Jurassic Era twist. Everything you love about Christmas, dinosaurs, and summer all in one! Highlights include: create a name tag with your dinosaur name,...
Free
Scottsdale Public Library: Dinosaur Dig
Chip away at a “dinosaur egg” to discover the dinosaur within! (ages 6-11 / 45 min)
Free
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: The Sands of Time
Learn about how fossils are formed in geological layers, and create a colorful fossil layer diorama with kinetic sand! Presentation from a local Geology expert and some real fossils to look at....
Free
National Park Service: Dam Talk
Join a Park Ranger at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center for a quick presentation about Glen Canyon. Topics vary. Programs are located inside the Carl Hayden Visitor Center at Glen...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Critter Chat | Ranger Talk
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...
Free with Park Fee
Cochise County Library District: STEAM Club
July 16- LEGO Dinosaurs Ages 6 - 17
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Messengers of Time and Space
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to...
Free – $27
Phoenix Public Library: 3D Modeling – Dinosaurs!
Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace and learn the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad, a free online 3D modeling site. 3D Modeling skills can be applied to video game...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Crazy Sock-A-Saurus Stepping Stones
Crazy Socks & Dino rocks at the Library! Summer Spirit Day: Crazy Sock Day-come wearing your craziest socks and something you can paint in for a fun, messy & creative time! Decorate...
Free
Page Public Library: Teen VR Dinosaur Lab
Build dinosaurs! Learn science facts! See dinosaurs in real scale! Ages 12 - 18
Free
National Park Service: Geology Talk | Ranger Talk
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...
Free with Park Fee
Mohave County Library: Imagine, Create, Explore @ Your Library
This program will feature different activities such as crafts, games, LEGOs, etc... Intended for children 5-12. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System
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...
Free – $27
Pinal County Library District: Bringing the Outdoors In
Pinal County parks and trails host a program. All Ages
Free
Avondale Public Library: Nature Nerds
Explore nature and STEAM through hands-on adventures filled with fun experiments and creative projects. First come, first served. Supplies limited to 24 participants. Thursdays from 4-5pm Ages 6 - 12
Free
Buckeye Public Library System: STEAM
This program combines Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to boost critical thinking and problem-solving skills with engaging hands-on activities. Each session offers interactive challenges to encourage creative thinking. Ages...
Free
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night
Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00
Free
Scottsdale Public Library: Virtual Reality Gaming
Drop in for fun with Virtual Reality gaming at the library! (ages 12-18 / 60 min)
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...
Free with Admission
National Park Service: Hanging Garden Guided Hike
This is a 60-minute guided hike to the Hanging Garden site just south of Glen Canyon Dam on Highway 89. The hike is 1.5 miles total along mostly flat, even...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Astronomy Night
Dr. Logan Pearce explores the impact of light pollution on the Grand Canyon, surrounding communities, and individual homes. In this talk, Dr. Pearce highlights the work of dark skies advocates...
Free with Park Fee