Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Mother’s Day Origami Flower Cards
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Curious Curves
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Lowell Observatory: Astrophotography Program
Lowell Observatory 1400 W. Mars Hill Rd., Flagstaff
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Phoenix Public Library: Playable Paper Guitar
Phoenix Public Library - Burton Barr Central Library 1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night
Science Vortex of Verde Valley 301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Charlie Humme Origami Roses
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Tree Bolts
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Bryson Bost Art
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Paint at the Arboretum | Wild Flowers
Boyce Thompson Arboretum 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., PhoenixWeek of Events
Monday, May 4, 2026
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May 4, 2026 -Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
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May 4, 2026 -Playful Digital Learning: Minecraft Movie Making Class
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May 4, 2026 -Playful Digital Learning: TRAVEL THE WORLD IN MINECRAFT – EXPLORING WORLD HISTORY
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May 4, 2026 -Playful Digital Learning: Minecraft Movie Making Class
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May 4, 2026 -Playful Digital Learning: TRAVEL THE WORLD IN MINECRAFT – EXPLORING WORLD HISTORY
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Playful Digital Learning: Minecraft Movie Making Class
This five-day class allows students to create their own movies completely from scratch! They will participate in all of the essential parts of movie creation, including researching the setting, writing the script as a group, creating the movie set, and finally acting it out, all within the digital world of Minecraft. The teacher will then...
Playful Digital Learning: TRAVEL THE WORLD IN MINECRAFT – EXPLORING WORLD HISTORY
Calling young architects and world travellers! Do you want to travel the world in Minecraft? In this five-day camp (classes), students will recreate historical structures from around the world. Students will learn about the structure, its country/culture, and its significance while “traveling” worldwide within the digital world of Minecraft. The student will also be building...
Playful Digital Learning: Minecraft Movie Making Class
This five-day class allows students to create their own movies completely from scratch! They will participate in all of the essential parts of movie creation, including researching the setting, writing the script as a group, creating the movie set, and finally acting it out, all within the digital world of Minecraft. The teacher will then...
Playful Digital Learning: TRAVEL THE WORLD IN MINECRAFT – EXPLORING WORLD HISTORY
Calling young architects and world travellers! Do you want to travel the world in Minecraft? In this five-day camp (classes), students will recreate historical structures from around the world. Students will learn about the structure, its country/culture, and its significance while “traveling” worldwide within the digital world of Minecraft. The student will also be building...
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
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May 5, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
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May 5, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Mother’s Day Origami Flower Cards
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May 5, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Curious Curves
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May 5, 2026 -Lowell Observatory: Astrophotography Program
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Mother’s Day Origami Flower Cards
Create an origami flower card for that special person in your life!
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Curious Curves
Explore the world of art in 3 dimensions. Design, build and create various sculptures with wire. What unique creations can you come up with?
Lowell Observatory: Astrophotography Program
Take the first step in your astrophotography journey with an intensive course at Lowell Observatory! This 2-hour program accommodates a maximum of 6 guests. Using our 17-inch Planewave CDK Telescope and QSI 683 CCD camera, you will be taken through the process of imaging two different objects. Then, we will teach you how to combine,...
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
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May 6, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 -Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling
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May 7, 2026 -Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
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May 7, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
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May 7, 2026 -Phoenix Public Library: Playable Paper Guitar
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May 7, 2026 -Science Vortex Verde Valley: Makerspace Family Night
Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling
This casual meet-up is perfect for those who enjoy going outside, sketching, observing, and meeting fellow nature enthusiasts. Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, and immerse yourself in the natural world. The group meets at our park’s entrance at 7 am and explores a different aspect of the park each week....
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Phoenix Public Library: Playable Paper Guitar
Join MACH1 in the Children's Department and create a playable paper guitar. This activity will blend basic circuitry and basic coding to bring our musical instruments to life. No experience necessary. This program is designed for children ages 8-17 and their families. Space is limited - first come, first served.
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
Friday, May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 -Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
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May 8, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
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May 8, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Charlie Humme Origami Roses
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May 8, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Tree Bolts
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May 8, 2026 -Museum of Northern Arizona: Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Charlie Humme Origami Roses
Join local origami artist, Charlie Humme, as he teaches us how to make our very own origami roses to celebrate Mother’s Day! Make and share with the loved ones who care for you.
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Tree Bolts
Ever think to make art out of the bolts and washers and nuts you have in your home? Now you can! Join us as we use simple hardware to create trees and other designs. What will you try and make?
Museum of Northern Arizona: Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Take a rare behind-the-scenes tour of our Easton Collection Center. Explore cultural artifacts, natural specimens, and breathtaking art. Learn how the collections are cared for and used in a marvel of environmentally friendly and culturally informed architecture. Each tour is limited to 14 people for a truly personal experience. Tour fee: $15 for museum members,...
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
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May 9, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
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May 9, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Bryson Bost Art
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May 9, 2026 -Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Paint at the Arboretum | Wild Flowers
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Bryson Bost Art
Artist and teaching artist Bryson Bost creates abstract, intuitive artwork that encourages curiosity, creativity, and hands‑on exploration. Join Bryson this May‑ker’s Month as he invites visitors to explore his STEAM‑inspired Dancing Planets series, where arcs, circles, and intricate patterns become a creative playground. It’s an opportunity to slow down, experiment with color and form, and...
Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Paint at the Arboretum | Wild Flowers
Unleash your creativity amongst the inspiring beauty of Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Whether you’re an experienced painter or picking up a brush for the first time, all skill levels are invited to join. All supplies are provided. Register Here: https://7830.blackbaudhosting.com/7830/Paint-at-the-Arboretum-Wildflowers
Sunday, May 10, 2026
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May 10, 2026 -Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
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May 10, 2026 -Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Thing-a-ma-jigs
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.