Join the Arizona Dragon Boat Association for two days of exciting dragon boat competition with teams from all over the United States and beyond. Dragon Boat Racing is a unique water sports activity that is sure to provide everyone an exciting experience.
R Entertainment delivers legendary rock musicians Kenny Loggins and Kansas headlining two exciting days of living the good life at Schnepf Farms at the 12th Annual Shea Homes Good Life Festival presented by Subaru. In addition to world-class rock n’ roll, the event features fabulous food and wine, craft beer and bourbon sampling, plus boutique shopping.
Families are invited to experience hot air balloons, free candy for the kids, a free kids zone with tons of inflatables and rides, and tethered balloon rides.
Families can get an up-close and unforgettable experience when more than 2,000 native Southwestern butterflies return for the Cohn Family Spring Butterfly Exhibit. Get acquainted with thousands of butterflies, observe each stage of their life cycle, and learn what actions we can take to protect them.
Games and activities for all ages await at the Avondale Kid Fest. There will be food trucks, live entertainment, character visits, crafts, and it’s the Splash Pad opening weekend.
The fair features the largest county fair carnival in Phoenix with over 35 rides, food offerings like Steve's Flaming hot turkey legs, deep fried coffee, the Mac Doggie Dog, and so much more. Like to shop? The shopping pavilion is filled with over 60 vendors plus there are over 25 more vendors outside. Agriculture and livestock are a part of the fair’s history and tradition and is a mainstay.
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Families will enjoy more than 55 local food trucks with $3 samples, free bounce houses, a splashpad, a playground, and face painting at Food Stock. All gate proceeds will help feed hungry children in the West Valley through the Peoria Diamond Club’s nonprofit program.
The Butterfly Wonderland Foundation presents the biggest bug bash of the year, the 7th annual Bug Fest! Enjoy cockroach races, butterfly releases, a photo 'hissing booth', bug zoo learning stations, edible insect treats, crafts and more! This event is free and recommended for bug-lovers of all ages.
“Beautifica” is a 360 journey through worlds real and imagined, from mind blowing particle fields to unashamedly euphoric fantastic environments almost impossible to describe. The brainchild of visionary composer James Hood working with some of the finest immersive animators on the planet, this family-friendly show is a feast for the senses, which will leave your spirit refreshed and your face grinning ear to ear.
Celebrate our beautiful planet and embrace the magic of spring with a free and fun-filled Earth Day event at Desert Ridge Marketplace. There will be free planter painting with As You Wish Pottery, live acoustic music from Alexia Rodriguez, Earth Day goodie bags, and more near the Splash Pad.
Make the run worth it and the sweetest 5K of the year. This is the only 5K that gives you fresh, delicious, full-size donuts on course and at the finish line.
Enjoy live music, free, food, and other family entertainment while enjoying an outdoor presentation of “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” during the city of Peoria’s ParkFest event, designed to connect neighbors.
Embrace the excitement of Champions Day in LEGO City and uncover your hidden champion by participating in various activities. Team up with the LEGO City Minifigure crew, including Ricky Rocket Racer, Mech-Max, Go-To Gary, and Fearless Fi, as they assign remarkable LEGO City Missions for you to accomplish at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona. Tackle four champion challenges to earn exclusive LEGO City trading cards and a keepsake Mission Card Wallet. Get ready to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of LEGO City and showcase your champion spirit!
Surrounded by the matchless Desert Botanical Garden landscape with the setting sun as a backdrop, join Ballet Arizona for a world premiere performance that promises to capture the beauty and complexity of dance in an artistic performance that is uniquely Arizonan at An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden.
Take a trip back to the 1950s, when saddle shoes, classic cars, and rock 'n' roll were all the rage. Be a cool cat and immerse yourself in the toys and games that defined this iconic decade. Drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for a day filled with playful fun. Don't worry if you can't make it right at 11 a.m.; you can still arrive later and enjoy the same entertaining experience.
Yen-Li Chen Ballet School presents “Giselle,” a moving performance about a beautiful young peasant girl named Giselle and a disguised nobleman named Albrecht who fall in love. But, when his true identity is revealed by his rival, Hilarion, Giselle goes mad with heartbreak.
Summer Storytimes are back this summer. The Garden invites kids five and younger and their caregivers to enjoy different nature-themed books each week and partake in songs and playtime while immersed in the Garden. Included with general admission.
This Memorial Day weekend, beat the heat and celebrate the start of summer at the free Foam Frenzy event in the AZ Boardwalk Courtyard. Families can enjoy a fun-filled day at this unique water party, featuring continuous foam parties, a classic fire truck for water play and photo opportunities, a water squirter battle zone, other exciting water activities. Bring the kids for an entertaining and refreshing day of play. Remember to pack water shoes and sunscreen to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Featuring bubble-blowing wizardry, mind-bending magic tricks and spectacular laser and lighting effects, The Gazillion Bubble Show is a unique blend of bubble artistry and high-energy audience interaction.
Join Star Bright Academy for free fun to welcome summer. They will be exploring bugs, growing plants, reading by a campfire, and going fishing. There will be a variety of other creative activities including crafts, read alouds, and fun educational games. All of these events will be held indoors in a big, air-conditioned room. There will be giveaways and a yummy treat as well. What better way to spend a hot summer morning! Hours: 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for suggested ages 1 to 4. From 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. for suggested ages 4 to 7.
Embark on a magical journey with Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow, and Cowardly Lion as they follow the Yellow Brick Road and venture Over the Rainbow to the Emerald City. Help them fulfill their heart's desires and return Dorothy to Kansas. Inspired by the 1939 film with music by Harold Arlen and lyrics by E.Y. Harburg, experience the enchanting world of Oz at Arizona Broadway Theatre, a professional dinner theatre in the West Valley known for its top-notch musical productions.
“Jurassic World” Live Tour, an exhilarating and unpredictable live, family entertainment experience that brings the wonder and thrills of “Jurassic World” to generations of fans, will be roaring into Phoenix for the first time ever this summer playing the Footprint Center for six action-packed performances. With unrivaled arena production quality, “Jurassic World” comes to life against a backdrop of captivating scenery where dinosaurs from the iconic franchise, including fan-favorite Velociraptor Blue and a Tyrannosaurus rex more than 40 feet in length, take center stage. The production features more than 24 film-accurate, life-sized dinosaurs, with scale, speed, and ferocity, operated by animatronics and performers.
Glamour and glow are the order of the day as attendees are invited to join the Malibu Princess inside the historic opera house. Each participant will receive a glow wand to illuminate the experience and a raffle ticket with the chance to win exciting prizes. There will also be face painting stations.
Kids 5 and younger and their caregivers are invited to enjoy different nature-themed books and partake in songs and playtime while immersed in the Desert Botanical Garden. August 18, enjoy “Night Song,” by Ari Berk. On August 25, enjoy “Night Blooms” by Lara Hawthorne.
Step into the enchanting world of Eric Carle's timeless classic children’s book. Join cast members and the beloved caterpillar and butterfly puppets from the critically acclaimed stage production of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” playing at The Madison Center for the Arts in Phoenix August 26 through October 8, as they make a special stop at Butterfly Wonderland for this unique Story Time performance! Suitable for guests of all ages, don’t miss this one-time appearance followed by photo opportunities for children with the caterpillar and butterfly!
Get ready for Glendale's first Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party! Watch as your favorite monster trucks like Mega Wrex and Tiger Shark battle it out under vibrant lights. The event also debuts ARCTICGON, a fire-breathing dragon, and heart-pounding Freestyle Motocross stunts. Child-friendly pricing makes this an affordable family treat!
Baby Bear is excited about his very first day of school in this cute, charming, musical show told in simple English. Great for preschool up to second grade and for anyone learning English as a second language.
Enjoy an engaging performance from the KIDZ BOP Kids as they bring today's most popular songs to life on stage, featuring hits like "As It Was," "About That Time," and "Anti-Hero," amongst others. Designed as a family-friendly pop concert, it offers an opportunity for children and their families to create enduring memories. Make sure to seize this chance for an unforgettable experience!
This free, all-ages event features live music, tasty food, interactive activities, new art exhibitions, a glow zone play area for kids with light up cubes, puppet-making, and more.