| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 80th Anniversary Historical ToursPresented by Arizona Biltmore Country Club Resort at Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa March 12, 2009 - Ongoing Throughout the entire year, the Arizona Biltmore will be offering events and activities designed to celebrate it's 80th Anniversary.
Arizona Biltmore Historical Tours - Historical tours are offered to the public every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 10am. The tours last approximately 1 hour, 15 minutes and are led by a Biltmore Certified Historian. Tour charge is $10 per person. | Arizona Biltmore Country Club Resort | 03/12/09-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Camp Broadway 2012Presented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre June 11-July 28, 2012 Arizona Broadway Theatre's Academy for Young Performers Camp Broadway is devoting seven weeks this summer to the introduction of theatre skills for children ages 7 to 19.
Four separate sessions will be held over the summer where children will be involved in acting, music, and movement instruction. Classes are great for beginners, but also effective for those with theatre experience.
Each session culminates in a theatrical performance over the course of the program. These performances... | Arizona Broadway Theatre | 06/11/12-
07/28/12 | Peoria |
Arizona Doll & Toy MuseumPresented by Arizona Doll & Toy Museum at Arizona Doll and Toy Museum January 1, 2006 - Ongoing Visit the Arizona Doll & Toy Museum, located in the Stevens House at Historic Heritage Square in downtown Phoenix. There are a variety of dolls and toys from yester-year, as well as familiar modern play-things. The scenario is constantly changing as Arizona collectors share their favorites. You will love the authentic schoolroom of 1912 featuring antique dolls as students. A fully stocked Gift Shop makes available unique gift items for children and adults who are young at... | Arizona Doll & Toy Museum | 01/01/06-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
All About MePresented by Arizona Science Center at Arizona Science Center September 27, 2010 - Ongoing Arizona Science Center is proud to announce the opening of its newest permanent gallery offering, All About Me, which opens in the Steele Foundation Gallery! Made possible through the $30 million The Future of Education is Science capital and endowment program, this exciting new gallery offers guests a dynamic experience to further inspire, educate and entertain people of all ages about science!
All About Me explores the complexities of the human body, showcase a new,... | Arizona Science Center | 09/27/10-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Van Gogh Alive: The ExperiencePresented by Arizona Science Center at Arizona Science Center February 13-June 17, 2012 Direct from Grande Exhibitions, Australia - a ground breaking exploration of the work of Vincent Van Gogh. Immersing the visitor in light, sound, movement and color, Van Gogh Alive is a unique exhibition that combines traditional art, multi-media display technology and cinematic direction to create an unparalleled experience that engrosses, educates and entertains.
| Arizona Science Center | 02/13/12-
06/17/12 | Phoenix |
Yoga with Van GoghPresented by Arizona Science Center at Arizona Science Center April 12-June 14, 2012 Arizona Science Center and Sutra Midtown have teamed up to offer Valley yoga enthusiasts a unique and exhilarating experience. Yoga classes will be offered inside Arizona Science Center's newest exhibit, Van Gogh Alive.
| Arizona Science Center | 04/12/12-
06/14/12 | Phoenix |
First Saturdays for FamiliesPresented by ASU Art Museum at ASU Art Museum September 5, 2009 - Ongoing First Saturdays for Families is a program at the ASU Art Museum that helps teach children about art and encourages them to be creative. Stop by on the first Saturday of each month (excluding holidays) to learn about one artist whose work is in the museum, and then make your own project based on what that artist does.
| ASU Art Museum | 09/05/09-
Ongoing | Tempe |
Arizona Animal EncountersPresented by Audubon Arizona at Nina Mason Pullman Audubon Center August 29, 2011-August 31, 2012 Come see live animals at Audubon's monthly Animals Encounters show!
Liberty Wildlife partners with Audubon Arizona to bring you up close and personal with real Arizona animals. Our partner, Liberty Wildlife, is a non-profit that focuses on rehabilitating injured, sick or baby animals and uses the non-releasable animals in education programs around the Valley.
This is great for the whole family!
| Audubon Arizona | 08/29/11-
08/31/12 | Phoenix |
Conservation Work DaysPresented by Audubon Arizona at Nina Mason Pullman Audubon Center August 29, 2011-August 31, 2012 Looking for a way to make difference in the community? Join Audubon's dedicated staff and volunteers for one (or more!) of our conservation days. Help us prepare a pollinator garden along Rio Salado to attract birds, butterflies, and other important pollinators while working to beautify South Phoenix.
If you are interested, you don't need any experience. Just come and have fun while serving your community.
| Audubon Arizona | 08/29/11-
08/31/12 | Phoenix |
Building BigPresented by Children's Museum of Phoenix at Children's Museum of Phoenix March 11, 2010 - Ongoing The Children's Museum of Phoenix unveiled a new exhibit recently called Building Big. This active, inventive zone highlights one of those favorite childhood activities that we all remember - building forts! Using everyday items like blankets, pillows, crates, pool noodles, and foam planks, children create all sorts of nooks, crannies and secret places: from small snug hiding spots, to large, long, tunnels. The room's centerpiece is a large tree-like structure which children can climb... | Children's Museum of Phoenix | 03/11/10-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
The Color of StarsPresented by Childsplay, Inc. at Tempe Center for the Arts April 28-May 27, 2012 When Eddie is sent to live with his grandparents in rural Maine while his father is at war, he feels like he's far away from everything that matters. But when a mysterious stranger arrives, everyone is suspicious and Eddie soon finds himself in the middle of a town crisis that only he can fix. A touching story about life in America during World War II, family, and the importance of telling the truth.
| Childsplay, Inc. | 04/28/12-
05/27/12 | Tempe |
Celebrate Mesa! Day of PlayPresented by City of Mesa Parks and Recreation at Pioneer Park June 21, 2012 Celebrate Mesa! Day of Play is a free family festival with activities, games, carnival rides, a water zone, zip line, entertainment, food and informational vendors and more!
| City of Mesa Parks and Recreation | 06/21/12 | Mesa |
Crazy Times with Madame PatchouliPresented by City of Peoria Municipal Complex at Sunrise Mountain Library January 14, 2010 - Ongoing Kids and parents alike are invited to experience laugh out loud literary adventures with the eccentric and much lived Madame Patchouli get your fix once a week with your choice of two times! Enjoy songs, stories, and crafts each week.
| City of Peoria Municipal Complex | 01/14/10-
Ongoing | Peoria |
Desert Botanical GardenPresented by Desert Botanical Garden at Desert Botanical Garden June 1, 2008 - Ongoing Debunking the myth that nothing beautiful grows in the desert, Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix boasts fifty acres of blooming flowers and plants. Accredited not only as a garden, but also as a living museum, the garden is a sanctuary for nearly 140 threatened or endangered species, representing flora from deserts around the world. The Garden is open seven days a week year round except for July 4 and December 25. October-April: Monday-Sunday 8:00am-8:00pm May-September: 7:00am-8:00pm | Desert Botanical Garden | 06/01/08-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Downtown Phoenix Public MarketPresented by Downtown Phoenix Public Market at Downtown Phoenix Public Market January 1, 2006 - Ongoing Welcome to the Downtown Phoenix Public Market, marking the spot where community revitalization, economic development and a showcase for local small-scale agriculture and local artists and crafters intersect in the heart of the city. Everything offered for sale at the Market is grown or made by the person selling it and the more ingredients that come from Arizona and the southwest the better. A limited amount of produce will be brought by the farmer from other Arizona farms - feel free to talk... | Downtown Phoenix Public Market | 01/01/06-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Music on MillPresented by Downtown Tempe Community, Inc. at Mill Avenue District April 9, 2009 - Ongoing Patrons visiting Mill Avenue District on Thursday nights will experience Music on Mill, a showcase of local musicians performing on the streets. Music on Mill is a nod to Tempe's vibrant music history, and particularly Mill Avenue, where all of the venues were located that sprouted such bands as the Gin Blossoms, The Refreshments, Dead Hot Workshop and the Meat Puppets. Musicians and performers, covering a gamut of musical genres, will activate public space and give visitors a positive, unique... | Downtown Tempe Community, Inc. | 04/09/09-
Ongoing | Tempe |
Thursday Theater: MadagascarPresented by Estrella Mountain Regional Park at Estrella Mountain Regional Park May 31, 2012 It's time to Move it, Move it! with the cast from Madagascar as they escape from the zoo and get shipwrecked on an exotic island with "wild" animals! Ranger Mark will have the big screen all set up in the Nature Center.
| Estrella Mountain Regional Park | 05/31/12 | Goodyear |
Panorama TourPresented by Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation at Taliesin West November 1, 2007 - Ongoing Experience firsthand Wright's brilliant ability to integrate indoor and outdoor spaces. Visit the Cabaret Theater, Music Pavilion, Kiva and Wright's private office - all linked by dramatic terraces, gardens, and walkways overlooking the rugged Sonoran Desert, and valley below. Knowledgeable guides explain how the site relates to the desert and provide a general overview of Wright's basic theories of design, history of the site and activities of Taliesin Fellowship community life.
| Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | 11/01/07-
Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Desert Walk TourPresented by Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation at Taliesin West November 1, 2007 - Ongoing A guided desert nature walk at Taliesin West allows you to explore rugged desert trails on the site, and experience the beauty Wright discovered 70 years ago. You will explore the beautiful foothills of the McDowell Mountains, with knowledgeable guides providing an in-depth, and entertaining explanation about the native materials found on the site. See firsthand the desert vegetation, and landforms that were translated into design elements by Wright. Evidence of desert wildlife (javelina,... | Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | 11/01/07-
Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Night Lights on the Desert TourPresented by Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation at Taliesin West May 1, 2007 - Ongoing On this twilight tour, the buildings, lit from within, appear as sculptures, the fire-breathing dragon is lit, and the lights from the valley below create a dramatic, romantic setting. The tour includes everything on the Insights Tour plus light refreshments. Reservations are requested but not required. Call (480) 860-2700.
Important Information: Taliesin West is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday during July and August.
| Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | 05/01/07-
Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Creative Architecture for JuniorsPresented by Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation at Taliesin West June 1, 2007 - Ongoing The Creative Architecture for Juniors tour is designed to introduce young people to the importance of architecture, the roles of an architect, and how shapes, colors and patterns of nature were used by Wright in his designs. Families tour the main complex of buildings at Taliesin West including the Taliesin West Living Room, and the tour includes an interactive activity designed to engage visitors.
Important Information: Adults must be accompanied by a child or student. ... | Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | 06/01/07-
Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Insights TourPresented by Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation at Taliesin West November 1, 2007 - Ongoing The newly restored living quarters and the dramatic Taliesin West living room (called the "Garden Room" by Wright) are the highlights of this tour, which also includes all the elements of the Panorama Tour. The living room was the social gathering place for Wright, and the many famous guests he entertained. It is entered through a typically Wrightian low entryway ceiling, stone-wall space which opens to a 56-feet long by 34-feet wide room linked to the garden, and bedroom wing by expansive... | Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | 11/01/07-
Ongoing | Scottsdale |
KIDS WalkaboutPresented by Hassayampa River Preserve at Hassayampa River Preserve June 9, 2012 Join professional bird tour leader Kathe Anderson on an easy walk along the preserve's cool river-side trails and catch sight of our summer resident birds. After the walk, enjoy a delicious continental breakfast.
| Hassayampa River Preserve | 06/09/12 | Wickenburg |
| Wild AZ | Nina Mason Pullman Audubon Center | 02/26/12-
12/23/12 | Phoenix |
Saturday Morning Bird HikesPresented by Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department at The Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area May 2, 2009 - Ongoing First Saturday of every month from discover the birds of Rio Salado on this guided walk along the riverbank with Tom Gaskill. Participants will learn basic skills of binocular use, then practice bird watching and identification using field guides. This 1 to 2 mile walk on even surfaces will be taken at a leisurely pace with numerous stops. What to bring: binoculars and bird guides, if you have them. Items provided: handouts, binoculars, field guides, and snack.
| Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department | 05/02/09-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Park of Four Waters TourPresented by Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park at Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park December 30, 2006 - Ongoing Join Pueblo Grande Museum on a tour of the Park of Four Waters area. The Hohokam people lived in the Salt River Valley area from approximately 450AD to 1450AD. They were an agricultural society, growing corn, beans, squash and cotton. In order to support their extensive agricultural system, the Hohokam people constructed miles of canals to direct water from the Salt River to their fields. The Park of Four Waters tour will take you on a tour through undeveloped, natural desert to the ruins... | Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park | 12/30/06-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Rawhide Western TownPresented by Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass at Rawhide Steakhouse at Wild Horse Pass June 3, 2010 - Ongoing It's not uncommon to think of cowboys, outlaws and frontier towns when you think of Arizona, and Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass has made this mystique come alive by rebuilding a rough-and-tumble town from the 1880s. Gunfights take place in the streets, swinging doors lead into saloons and stores, and throughout it all, costume-clad actors staff the family-friendly town.
| Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass | 06/03/10-
Ongoing | Chandler |
Rockin' R Wrangler Western Supper and Wild West Stage ShowPresented by Rockin' R Ranch at Rockin' R Ranch April 17, 2010 - Ongoing Head into our air-conditioned dinner theater for an all-you-can-eat BBQ or chicken dinner with all the trimmins', followed by a spectacular western stage show featuring the world-famous "Rockin' R Wranglers" as they perform songs and humor of the old west. It's a hand-clappin', foot stompin' experience your group will never forget. But that's not all! When the show's over you head out into Main Street for a gunfight. It's all part of the experience here at the Rockin' R Ranch.
The... | Rockin' R Ranch | 04/17/10-
Ongoing | Mesa |
Scottsdale Art WalkPresented by Scottsdale Gallery Association at Scottsdale Arts District July 17, 2008 - Ongoing Scottsdale ArtWalk is much like a large, easy-going open house for the Scottsdale Arts District located primarily along Main Street and Marshall Way in Scottsdale Downtown. Known as "America's original art walk," this weekly gathering takes place every Thursday evening (year-round, except Thanksgiving). That's when all member galleries belonging to the Scottsdale Gallery Association (SGA) open their doors to the public and show off the work of the Southwest's outstanding artists.
Also,... | Scottsdale Gallery Association | 07/17/08-
Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Phoenix ZooPresented by The Phoenix Zoo and The Phoenix Zoo May 21, 2010 - Ongoing It has been quite the case of baby spring fever here at the Phoenix Zoo! The Zoo has welcomed over three dozen babies into the family over the past couple of months!
Grevy’s zebra are the most endangered of the three zebra species. There are less than 2,500 Grevy’s zebra left worldwide, with the population continuing to decrease. They are now only found in small population pockets in Kenya and Ethiopia. Phoenix Zoo is dedicated to saving Grevy’s zebra through... | The Phoenix Zoo | 05/21/10-
Ongoing | |
Land of the DragonsPresented by The Phoenix Zoo at The Phoenix Zoo November 11, 2009 - Ongoing The Phoenix Zoo announces the grand opening of Land of the Dragons, one of the most highly anticipated exhibit experiences resulting from the zoo's Capital Campaign, which began in late 2008. Guests will not encounter mythical creatures, but instead will meet members of the world's largest lizard species, the Komodo dragon. Featuring a wide range of viewing opportunities in a natural tropical setting, Land of the Dragons will open to the public with a private preview for donors on November... | The Phoenix Zoo | 11/11/09-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Safari Cart ToursPresented by The Phoenix Zoo at The Phoenix Zoo June 20, 2008 - Ongoing Have you ever taken a Safari Train ride and wanted to get even more information from your train driver? Well, now you can! Safari Train is offering private one hour tours of the Zoo. Your guide will take you places the Safari Train just can't go. They will make stops based on your specific desires, and customize the tour with you in mind.
Important Information: Tours are based on availability. While cart tours are available most of the time, a reservation is necessary to confirm... | The Phoenix Zoo | 06/20/08-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Rendez-Zoo 2011Presented by The Phoenix Zoo at The Phoenix Zoo October 15, 2011 - Ongoing When the sun goes down and the stars sparkle in the night sky, the Phoenix Zoo comes alive for an exotic adventure of dinner, drinks and dazzling experiences. Support the Zoo and its more than 200 endangered or threatened animals as we celebrate our second annual Rendez- Zoo, An Evening of Conservation and Cuisine. As the pinnacle fundraiser for the Phoenix Zoo, Rendez-Zoo generated more than $400,000 in its inaugural year, while allowing us to clearly extend our message for continuing our... | The Phoenix Zoo | 10/15/11-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Orang-Hutan: "People of the Forest"Presented by The Phoenix Zoo at The Phoenix Zoo September 1, 2011 - Ongoing Enjoy watching the family of Bornean orangutangs from the air-conditioned comfort of the brand new indoor viewing area known as Duchess' Bilik! Guests can sit, relax, cool off and be entertained by Duchess, Michael, Bess and Kasih. Consider it as a little piece of the Bornean Jungle - air-conditioned - at the Phoenix Zoo!
| The Phoenix Zoo | 09/01/11-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Baby Komodo Dragon ExhibitPresented by The Phoenix Zoo at The Phoenix Zoo September 24, 2011 - Ongoing Eight new Komodo dragon babies just arrived (on loan from the Los Angeles Zoo) and are on display at the Phoenix Zoo's Bush House for the next several months. The babies, four males and four females, who hatched between August 6 to 11, currently weigh approximately five ounces each. All eight babies are from the same clutch of eggs. There were 14 eggs total.
| The Phoenix Zoo | 09/24/11-
Ongoing | Phoenix |
Prowl and PlayPresented by The Phoenix Zoo at The Phoenix Zoo June 9, 2012 As the sun sets over the Valley, Prowl and Play will give visitors the opportunity to spend a fun, unique, and memorable evening at the Phoenix Zoo. Guests will enjoy animal meet and greets, cool off at Yakulla Caverns and Leapin' Lagoon water play areas, or get soaked at the Squirt Gun Water Wars! They can also enjoy a Giraffe Encounter, Safari Train rides, camel and carousel rides, and experience Stingray Bay.
| The Phoenix Zoo | 06/09/12 | Phoenix |
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