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City of Mesa: Homeschool Heroes – Rocket Science!

Red Mountain Multigenerational Center 7550 E. Adobe St., Mesa

Junior astronauts get ready to blast off as they explore the universe in this exciting class! They launch everything from film canister rockets to water bottle blasters, hoopster gliders, and more. Students adventure through the solar system and beyond as they learn about planets and the galaxy! Aug 11, 2026 - Oct 20, 2026 Tue10:00...

$200

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...

Free – $25

Yavapai County Free Library District: PVPL Homeschool Hub

Yavapai County Free Library District - Prescott Valley Public Library 7401 E. Skoog Blvd., Prescott Valley

Today's Activity: Brick Builder Challenge Discover the engineering behind building with bricks! Participants will use creativity, logic, and spatial thinking to complete open-ended building challenges. As they design, build, test, and improve their creations, they will explore engineering concepts such as stability, structure, and problem-solving while working toward a specific goal. The Prescott Valley Public...

Free

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Try-It Tuesday – Dancing Salt

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

Music creates invisible vibrations that travel through the air, allowing us to hear sounds all around us. Join us for Try It Tuesday as we make salt “dance” and reveal...

Free with Admission

Yavapai County Free Library District: LEGO Club

Yavapai County Free Library District - Cottonwood Public Library 100 6th St., Cottonwood

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  

Free

Pima County Public Library: Gears+Gadgets

Pima County Public Library - Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Tucson

Dive into hands-on exploration with cool mechanical and electronic projects, just like it sounds! Tinker, build, and discover how things work. For ages 8–12.

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Brick Builders

Phoenix Public Library - Desert Sage Library 7602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix

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, eye-hand coordination, and problem-solving are...

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Afternoons at Ocotillo

Phoenix Public Library - Ocotillo Library 102 W. Southern Ave., Phoenix

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

Free

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

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: After-School LEGO®

Pinal County Library District - Apache Junction Public Library 1177 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction

This drop-in program is open to kids and teens ages 5–18 who love to build, create, and imagine. Each session features a fun LEGO building challenge, or participants can choose to free build and work on their own creations.

Free

Scottsdale Public Library: 3D Printing 101

Scottsdale Public Library - Mustang Library 10101 N. 90th St., Scottsdale

Curious about 3D printing? Attend this introductory program on 3D printing, how it works and explore your creativity with our new Makerspace equipment. Attendees will be able to choose a small item to be printed and picked...

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Family Fun

Phoenix Public Library - Palo Verde Library 4402 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix

Join us at Palo Verde Library every Thursday for a STEAM activity, art project, game day, or another fun activity! Our experiment this week is making erupting slime! *This program is best for ages 5 and up. Ages 5 - 12

Free

Pinal County Library District: Kid’s Makerspace Class

Pinal County Library District - Vista Grande Library 1556 N. Arizola Rd., Casa Grande

Something different for kids every week at your Vista Grande Public Library Makerspace. Art classes, building days, and more! Program is intended for kids ages 6-12. Children under the age of 12 must have a parent present in the library. Class will be capped at 12 children and registration is encouraged to ensure spot. To...

Free

Tempe Public Library: Level Up LEGO®

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe

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...

Free

Mohave County Library: STEAM Team

Mohave County Library - Bullhead City Branch 1170 East Hancock Rd., Bullhead City

Spark your child's curiosity at our weekly STEAM Team program! Each week, your child will make discoveries and have fun while focusing on a specific STEAM area: Science, Technology, Engineering,...

Free

Buckeye Public Library System: Robotics Club

Buckeye Public Library System- Downtown Branch 310 N. 6th St., Buckeye

Join our Robotics Club and dive into the exciting world of robotics! This hands-on club is the perfect place to explore technology, programming, and creative problem-solving. Work as a team...

Free

Desert Botanical Garden: Desert Oasis Garden After Dark

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

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

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Evening Fitness Hike

Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa

Join Ranger Derik on a hike below Pass Mountain as you explore washes and cactus forest! Follow sections of Amigos Wash, Channel, Nighthawk, and Blevins trails for 3.64 miles as the sun sets. Hikers are required to bring water and are strongly encouraged to come to the hike pre hydrated. Hikers should also bring sturdy shoes, a...

Free with Park Fee