October is spooky season, and the Sonoran Desert has some of the spookiest critters you can find anywhere! Snakes, scorpions, spiders, centipedes and bats all make their homes right here in our parks, and we will have a selection of these animals on hand for you to meet. But remember, while spooky to some, all...
Come put a spooky twist on one of our most loved programs! Stop by and design, mix, and take home your own slime. Ages 5 - 12
Have a spooktacular time while learning new skills! With pumpkins, candies, and crafts galore! No registration required but space is limited. This program is for curious ghouls ages 6-12.
Our classic live star talk has been taken over by a spooky twist. Learn about the darker astronomical stories and myths of the night sky and its mysterious constellations, all from a Tucson perspective. As a bonus to this special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening,...
Explore physics, measurement, and engineering with a spooky twist! Launch candy pumpkins, stretchy skeletons, and other creepy crawlies across the room using this easy DIY Halloween catapult. Space is limited, so please see a staff person 30 minutes prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration....
Join us as we make a gloriously goofy mess blowing up monsters and causing creature‑themed chaos. See what happens when wild ingredients collide, silly surprises erupt, and our monsters meet their messy fate in the most entertaining way possible. Ages 6 - 12
It’s almost Halloween, COME GET SPOOKED with Ranger Shaun. The Desert is full of spooky things! Let’s go look for some! Come with Ranger Shaun and look for scorpions, spiders, bats, snakes, and all the other things that go “BUMP!” in the night! We might not have eyes in our hands, but we could see...