Arizona Parenting Magazine

Tres Rios Nature Festival
2023-02-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Base Meridian Wildlife Recreation Area, 7602 S Avondale Blvd, Avondale, AZ, United States
Ignite your calling for the outdoors, bring the family out for this free two-day festival. This festival showcases the rich diversity of wildlife habitat, history and culture of the Gila River drainage, which is made up of the Gila, Salt and Agua Fria Rivers.
From guided bird tours, canoeing on the river, fishing and learning about Southwest wildlife, there is something for everyone during the best time of year to enjoy the Arizona weather.
Free to attend!
7602 Jimmie Johnson Drive
Avondale, Arizona 85323

Jurassic Quest
2023-02-26 09:00 - 18:00 | bell bank park, 1 Legacy Drive, Mesa, AZ, 85212, United States
North America’s most popular interactive dinosaur experience is BACK, BIGGER and BETTER than EVER!
The Jurassic Quest herd of photorealistic dinosaurs is ready to delight families at Bell Bank Park during its one-weekend-only engagement.
New for 2023! Jurassic Quest is bringing more hands-on activities, education and fun for the whole family including our expanded herd of life-like moving and roaring dinosaurs, themed rides and attractions, live dinosaur shows, interactive science and art activities including a giant fossil dig, real fossils, a “Triceratots” soft play area for our littlest explorers, photo opportunities, a newly launched video tour featuring our star dinosaur trainers, and more!
KIDS, ADULTS and SENIORS pricing available. General admission includes live shows, arts and crafts activities, and dinosaur exhibits. Tickets for individual activities available on-site. Free entry for children under 2. KIDS UNLIMITED TICKETS: Includes admission, all-you-can-ride access to dinosaur rides, inflatables, fossil dig, and more. Purchase tickets in advance at: https://www.tixr.com/groups/jurassicquest

Free Admission to Phoenix Art Family Fundays
2023-02-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ, 85004
Four times a year, Phoenix Art Museum hosts PhxArt Family Fundays, an all-ages, free-access day with complimentary admission to every gallery and exhibition and arts-engagement programming suitable for visitors of all ages, interests, and abilities.
Complimentary admission | Free-access day
PhxArt Family Fundays are made possible through the generosity of Presenting Sponsor Men’s Arts Council.

The Great Arizona Puppet Theater at Children's Museum of Phoenix
2023-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater is celebrating National Children’s Dental Health Month with Children’s Museum of Phoenix and performing the following fun oral health-themed puppet shows:

Lil’ Dino’s Baby Tooth @ 10am & 12pm on Sat. Feb 4 and Sat. Feb 11
Baby Bunny Brushes His Teeth @ 10am & 12pm on Sun. Feb. 12, Sat, Feb 18 and Sun. Feb 26

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Thanks to Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation, oral health programming and activities are free during the month of February with paid Museum admission of $16.00/person. Children under the age of 1 are free as are Members of the Children’s Museum of Phoenix.
For a full schedule of activities at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix throughout the month of February, please visit www.childrensmuseumofphoenix.org/events.

PAW Patrol Live! - The Great Pirate Adventure
2023-02-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Arizona Financial Theater, 400 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ, 85003, United States
PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure,” an action-packed, music-filled production, is debuting in Phoenix at the Arizona Financial Theatre. In this production, the heroic pups from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon, embark on a pirate-themed adventure to uncover hidden treasure.
Do not miss this PAWsome opportunity to see the whole pack in this live touring stage performance.Tickets available at: www.pawpatrollive.com/

Donate to PCH for a Free IHOP Short Stack Day
2023-02-28 07:00 - 22:00
Celebrate National Pancake Day! Donate to Phoenix Children’s and receive one FREE IHOP short stack of buttermilk pancakes at participating locations from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. throughout the Valley and Northern Arizona. Guests in the Phoenix area are encouraged to donate any amount to Phoenix Children’s, the Valley’s Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, in appreciation for the short stack of Buttermilk Pancakes.
Since celebrating National Pancake Day in 2006, IHOP has raised more than $30 million for its charity partners. Help IHOP reach its goal this year of raising $50,000 for Phoenix Children’s, all while enjoying delicious syrupy goodness. It’s a win-win!

Storytime in the Garden
2023-03-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ, 85004
Designed for our youngest PhxArt visitors (ages 0-5) and their parents or caregivers, Storytime in the Garden is a wonderful opportunity to share the joy of early literacy, art-inspired play, and hands-on learning with family and friends. The Storytime in the Garden series will be offered on the first Wednesday of each month in the Dorrance Sculpture Garden. Tickets are available for reservation here.
Storytime in the Garden is made possible in part by the Angela and Leonard Singer Endowment for Performing Arts, The Discount Tire Endowment for Children’s Art Programs, and the William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fund for Education Programs.
Free for Members | Included in general admission for the general public. Advance registration recommended

Pay What You Wish Wednesdays
2023-03-01 15:00 - 21:00, 2023-03-08 15:00 - 21:00, 2023-03-15 15:00 - 21:00 | Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ, 85004
Pay What You Wish Wednesdays: Phoenix Art Museum offers voluntary-donation general admission and reduced rates to view special-engagement exhibitions.
Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesdays are made possible by SRP and supported in part by the Angela and Leonard Singer Endowment for Performing Arts.
FREE-ACCESS TIMES Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesdays Every Wednesday | 3 – 9 pm Voluntary-donation general admission SPECIAL-EXHIBITION TICKETS: $5 for Adults | FREE for Museum Members and veterans/active-duty military* FREE for Maricopa County Community College Students

First Fridays in the Park
2023-03-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Whyman Park, 2350 S. 103rd Ave., Tolleson, AZ, 85353, United States
Bring the family to First Fridays in the Park. Featuring Tasty Food Trucks, Family Friendly Music by DJ Jonny, Kids Playground, Dog Friendly Walking Trails…soooooo much fun for everyone…you don’t want to miss this!!
​​Monthly Food Truck Lineups announced on the FB page: TimesTwoEntertainment
​1st Friday of Every Month from 5pm to 7pm.
​​Whyman Park: 2350 S. 103rd Ave, Tolleson AZ

Friends and Family Weekend at CCV
2023-03-04 00:00 - 23:59, 2023-03-05 00:00 - 23:59, 2023-03-06 00:00 - 23:59
Join CCV at one of 14 campuses the weekend of March 4th – 6th!
A weekend designed with YOUR family in mind! From fun interactive kids experiences, LIVE music, great hangs with yard games and affordable family style meal!
Locations, time and more information can be found at: https://ccv.church/friendsandfamily

35th Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival
2023-03-04 10:00 - 18:00, 2023-03-05 10:00 - 18:00, 2023-03-11 10:00 - 18:00, 2023-03-12 10:00 - 18:00 | Arizona Renaissance Festival, 12601 East U.S. Hwy. 60,, Gold Canyon, AZ
There is something for EVERYONE at the Royal Faire! The Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 16-stage theater, a 50-acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament and a feast. You never know what you will find on or off the stage! Walk through our gates to be transported back in time. Mingle with over 2,000 costumed characters, eat a giant roasted turkey leg; take part in games of chance and skill; cheer on your favorite knight; Shop in over 200 artisan shops and select an inimitable gift for that special someone; there is so much to see and do. Huzzah!

Annual Italian Festival
2023-03-04 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-03-05 11:00 - 17:00 | Heritage Square, 113 N. Sixth St., Phoenix, AZ, United States
Come and experience a true cultural event. The food, the music, the beverages, the entertainment will all be available in one location. Italy comes to downtown Phoenix.

Cooking demonstrations both days.
This year our theme is Carnival – In partnership with the Arizona Opera, we will parade costumes reminiscent of the Venice Carnival. Models will be exhibiting costumes for everyone to see and – photo ops!
Children’s activities. Games, contests, demonstrations, dancing, and a concert by ELEMENT on Saturday night.
$20.00 ON DAY OF EVENT, Children 12 and under are always free – no ticket necessary
$10.00 GENERAL ADMISSION – LIMITED TIME ONLY, ONLINE TICKET PURCHASE: https://italianassociation.ticketspice.com/italian-festival-march-2023?fbclid=IwAR1uoFmBYRDfYOTu89_QnKFlwUvggrhpv59m98Ooq9Y_ANeXCPPiB1AXizw

Tea Rex Tea Party
2023-03-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale, AZ, United States
Join us at Civic Center Library for a ROARING good time filled with stories, games, crafts, tea, snacks, and a reptile show by Radical Reptiles. Ages 0-12.

Music In March
2023-03-12 16:00 - 18:30 | Paloma Community Park, 29799 N. Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Peoria, AZ, 85838, United States
Join us for live music every Sunday in March at Paloma Community Park in Peoria. In addition to an exciting lineup of talented local jazz, blues, and soul/funk bands, local food trucks will be serving up delicious food and drink for purchase. Bring your blankets and chairs!

Mermaid Magic
2023-03-15 09:30 - 18:00, 2023-03-16 09:30 - 18:00, 2023-03-17 09:30 - 18:00 | Odysea in the Desert, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
The ever-popular Mermaid Magic is back for Spring Break at OdySea Aquarium with exclusive appearances by beautiful, live Mermaids.
Guests of all ages can meet and interact with these enchanting sea-dwelling beauties, take photos, and watch as they swim among sharks, rays, sea turtles, and other aquatic life.

Storytime and Reading for Preschool ages
2023-03-16 10:30 - 11:00 | Desert Foothills Library, 38443 North Schoolhouse Road, Cave Creek, United States
Roadrunner Room
A traditional storytime with stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Stories are typically geared to ages 2½ and up. Call for more information.

AS YOU WISH – LUCKY LITTLE MUG
2023-03-16 11:00 - 12:30 | Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix, AZ
This month’s Home School Social painting class for kids is full of charm and whimsy! Class attendees will use the tissue paper tracing technique to apply the adorable design to their mug. Then they’ll fill in the design with colors and shapes that remind us of all things magical and lucky!
Ages: 5+
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

33rd Annual Ostrich Festival
2023-03-16 16:00 - 23:00, 2023-03-17 14:00 - 23:59 | Tumbleweed Park, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler, AZ
The Ostrich Festival is a family-friendly festival featuring national and local award-winning entertainment, thrilling stage shows, over 50 carnival midway rides and games, classic festival food and interactive activities for all ages. There are performances by numerous local community groups throughout the weekend followed by nationally renowned headliners each night, including Train, The Commodores, Nicky Youre, and Sublime with Rome. For more information please visit OstrichFestival.com.
Tickets start at $20 for children age 5-12 years old, $30 ages 13 and older – see website for VIP and Family Ticket Packages: ostrichfestival.com
Keep up-to-date with the Ostrich Festival by following the latest news on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram

Circus Americana
2023-03-16 18:00 | bell bank park, 1 Legacy Drive, Mesa, AZ, 85212, United States
Travel to a vintage extravaganza of stunning acrobatic feats, innovative acts, and comedic flair, combined with state-of-the-art technology. Create memories that will last the family a lifetime. Tickets available for purchase.
