• Free Movie Night “Sonic the Hedgehog 2”

    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.

  • LEGO City of Champions

    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!

  • Ballet Arizona Presents “The Rite of Spring”

    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.

  • PlayDay: 1950s

    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.

  • “Giselle”

    Chandler Center for the Arts 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler, AZ

    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.

  • Storytime

    Desert Botanical Gaden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ

    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.

  • Foam Frenzy

    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.

  • Gazillion Bubble Show

    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.

  • FREE Camping Adventures Presented by Star Bright Academy

    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.

  • “The Wizard of Oz”

    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

    Footprint Center 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ

    “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.

  • C’MON LET’S GLOW PARTY

    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.

  • STORYTIME AT THE DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

    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.

  • STORY TIME FEATURING PUPPETEERS & PUPPETS FROM “THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR”

    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!

  • HOT WHEELS MONSTER TRUCKS LIVE GLOW PARTY

    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 GOES TO SCHOOL

    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.

  • KIDZ BOP KIDS

    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!

  • SEASON KICKOFF FESTIVAL: WE CREATE THE FUTURE

    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.