City of Chandler: Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO Camp
Dream it, build it, wreck it, repeat in LEGO®-inspired summer camps! Explore the worlds of Super Heroes, Dinosaurs, Minecraft, Batman and more in Bricks 4 Kidz themed classes. Kids learn...
$180 – $243
22 events found.
Tweens (9 – 12 years)
Events for September 28, 2026
The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing...
$20 – $25
iCode: Game Builder: Animation Creation – Exploring Today’s Digital Tools
Inspired by Pixar, Walt Disney, and DreamWorks, this camp will explore the methods used in these animations studios and apply them to make our own animations! Sep 28 - Oct 02 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM Ages: 10 To 14 Price:$ 479.00
$479
iCode: Minecraft – Modding Adventure
Campers will learn how to make Mods (modifications) for one of their favorite games: Minecraft. Learning to mod in Minecraft is a gateway to an adventure of creativity in computer skills that can be taken from video games to the real world! Sep 28 - Oct 02 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM Ages: 7 To 14...
$479
iCode: VR Creator – Fun with Unity and Oculus
This course introduces campers to the Unity gaming engine. From installing and configuring unity to building their first game. Campers will learn how to publish their creation to IOS, Xbox,...
$479
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 feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
$79
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: PENGUIN ENCOUNTER
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of...
$89
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Lake Mary Water Treatment Plant Tour
Are you curious about how clean water gets to your home? Come learn about processes that bring water to our community. Reservation required. Ages 9+ Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science 2026. 10-Day Science Festival Our flagship September event featuring 100+ free science experiences for all ages.
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Behind the Ballot – An Elections Center Experience
Get ready to dive headfirst into the heart of democracy! Imagine stepping into a bustling hub where the gears of civic duty turn, where every ballot matters, and where the...
Free
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Nature Makers – Garden Detritivores
Roly-polies, worms, and other garden critters may spend their lives hidden underground, but they play a big role in keeping gardens healthy. Meet these decomposing superheroes and discover how they help turn old leaves and plants into rich soil. Big shoutout to ACE for sponsoring this month! Ages 3 - 12
Free with Admission
Flagstaff Festival of Science: United States Naval Observatory Flagstaff Station Site Tour
Join the staff of the Naval Observatory for a 2 hour guided tour of the Flagstaff Station. Learn the mission of the observatory, our history, our current research, and visit...
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 care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
$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 team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
$69
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Slime!
Need we say more? Design and mix your own slime while learning about the STEAM concepts at play in this all-too-fun activity! A big thank you to our friends at ACE for sponsoring this program! Ages 3 - 12
Free with Admission
Flagstaff Festival of Science: United States Naval Observatory Flagstaff Station Site Tour
Join the staff of the Naval Observatory for a 2 hour guided tour of the Flagstaff Station. Learn the mission of the observatory, our history, our current research, and visit several of our telescopes. Our staff will be there to answer your questions, so come prepared. All visitors must be U. S. citizens, and all...
Free
Maricopa County Library District: LEGO Club
Do you love LEGOs? Join us for a random LEGO challenge or bring your own creativity to make your own LEGO creation. LEGOs Provided! Ages 6 - 12
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Seed Poems and Wildflower Wishes
Join The Literacy Center for a fun hands-on activity that combines science and poetry! Participants will plant their own wildflower seed, learn what plants need to grow, and create a...
Free
Mesa Public Library: STEAMers – Pixel Math
Appropriate for Ages 6-12. Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on...
Free
Chandler Public Library: STEAM Club – Puerto Rican Masks
During Hispanic Heritage month, kids ages 6-12 years old are invited to join us for a special STEAM Club to celebrate Puerto Rican culture! Sunset celebrates Chandler Contigo in style making traditional vejigante masks, featuring vibrant colors, dramatic horns using a mix of recycled cardboard and materials. Each month, kids ages 6-12 explore a new STEAM theme. Our...
Free
Flagstaff Festival of Science: For Birds, Just Add Water
Take a stroll through Kachina Wetlands and learn how a formerly dry meadow became an important stopover in northern Arizona for migratory birds. Christina Vojta, wildlife ecologist and Audubon Steward for Kachina Wetlands, will identify birds and talk about their ecology. The two-mile walk will end at dusk with a stunning view of the San...
Free
Pinal County Library District: Robotics
Get engineering with VEX Robotics! Working in teams, kids ages 10-13 plan, record, and solve practical problems using robots. Robotics uses VEX IQ Generation 2 robot kits to learn the...
Free
Lowell Observatory: Private Group Stargazing
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...