Come view local wildlife and learn to identify birds with the Arizona Game and Fish Department at Rio de Flag! Enjoy a morning outdoors with wildlife experts who will teach you birding basics. Binoculars and field guides will be provided! Reservations required. Ages 6+ Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science 2026. 10-Day Science Festival...
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...
Stop by the 2nd floor and get a hand-crafted origami piece made by origami artist Charlie Humme! Can you find the elephant pieces to celebrate Elephant Appreciation Day? Ages 5 - 12
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 integrity of our elections is paramount. That's what awaits you on our exclusive tour of the Coconino County Elections Center! Reservations required. Ages 9+ ...
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,...
Mysteries of the Unseen World reveals the hidden wonders all around us—too fast, too slow, or too small for the naked eye. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science uncover a mind-blowing world you’ve never seen before. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets...
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.
We’ll be hosting an open hour in the Maker Space for patrons interested in learning more about the space to drop in and ask questions, go through the Maker Space training, and have a look at the machines we have available for public use. Ages 9+
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
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...
At the After School Nutrition Program learn how to make healthy choices! Presented by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension for Nutrition Education, kids and tweens will meet Tuesdays in September to learn about building balanced meals, smarter snack choices, nutrition labels, and more. Each week the presenter will demonstrate a new recipe and assist...
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! Every Tuesday kids and their families can build whatever their imagination desires! Show off your creativity and have fun! We also have DUPLO blocks for littlest of builders. LEGO clubs help improve math, science, and art skills, as well as social and problem-solving skills. There is no registration...
Join us at Palo Verde Library every Thursday for a STEAM activity, art project, game day, or another fun activity! *This program is best for ages 5 and up....
The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library will host an all-ages pinewood derby! Adults and children are invited to make a car (set to some parameters and specifications) at home and bring it to the library to compete on gravity-run race tracks. Registration required. Ages 9+ Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science 2026. 10-Day Science...
Join us for a special Open House of the Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center! From 4-8pm, enjoy immersive shows in the giant-screen Lowell Universe Theater, soak up stunning views from the rooftop, and explore interactive exhibits for all ages that bring the Universe to life. Ages 3+ Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science...
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...
Come build a robot out of LEGOs and race it with the CocoNuts! This activity is suitable for kids (and kids at heart) ages 8 and up and their parents! Please plan to arrive at the start of the event - it takes about 1 hour to build a robot and 30 minutes to race....
In-person and live stream options. Go to the bottom of the description for live stream instructions. Come hear our local Martian, Ryan Anderson, share the latest science updates from the Mars rovers. Live Stream Options: 1) From the app, click the stream and follow buttons to the YouTube livestream. 2) From the web, paste this...
In-person and live stream options. Go to the bottom of the description for live stream instructions. Join cultural astronomer and Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition executive director Dr. Danielle Adams to...
The hike will take up and into the towering White Tank mountains along a short 3 mile section of the Goat Camp trail. As you hike you will be greeted by great views towering saguaros and the rare elephant trees. As the sun sets and the stars come out the hunt for scorpions is on....