Looking to enjoy the cooler temperatures and fall festivities? Seek no further. Check out these 10 family-friendly, local outings and celebrate the start of a new season. You won’t want to miss out on the fun, Sept. 20 to Sept. 22.
Friday
Hispanic Heritage Month
The Children’s Museum of Phoenix is hosting Hispanic Heritage month, and you can join in on the fun this weekend. Learn about Latino culture through activities and art from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $14.95 per person, or free for members and children under the age of 1.
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
Take a nautical voyage from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. this Friday at OdySea in the Desert. This special exhibition will transport attendees back in time and replicate the Titanic experience. All aboard; tickets are on sale here.
Fear Farm
It’s that time of year again; Fear Farm is back and spookier than ever. For families who love thrills, this haunted house venue will get you in the Halloween spirit. On opening day, Friday Sept. 20, the Farm will be open from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Click here for ticket information and price range.
The Three Little Pigs
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater announces a lively rendition of the classic tale, The Three Little Pigs. Have a laugh and enjoy the fairytale showing with your family and loved ones. The performance starts at 10 a.m. on Friday Sept. 20. Tickets are $8 to $12 or free for children under 1.
Saturday
Camp Christown Reading Fun Fest
The Christown Shopping center wants readers of all ages to come out and have fun at the Camp Christown Reading Fun Fest. This lively event will include a free book for each child, music, face painting and more. Experience the fun for free this Saturday.
Dragonfly and Butterfly Bash
This Saturday, the Chandler Environmental Education Center will host a free, critter-inspired event from 9 a.m. to noon. Explore the world of dragonflies, butterflies and other flying insects while participating in hands on learning activities.
Kitten Pop-Up Adoption Shop
Looking for a new pet? The Arizona Animal Welfare League present its fifth-annual Kitten Adoption Pop-Up at the Scottsdale Quarter. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, you and your family can meet some adorable fuzzy friends, and adopt them, too.
Sunday
Arizona Donut and Icecream Festival
Come hungry, the Arizona Donut and Icecream Festival at the Pressroom is here and serving up some delicious treats. Over 15 local vendors will be serving snacks from various cultures. You can join in on the fun from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday Sept. 22.
Tacotopia
Bite into a unique pop-up museum this weekend at Tacotopia. This experience is home to a guacamole foam pit, a mechanical taco and a lime-wedge swing. Tempe Marketplace features Tacotopia from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. for a limited time; get your tickets today.
Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony
Wind down and relax before the start of a new week at The Phoenix Symphony. The musicians pay tribute to Beethoven in honor of his 250th birthday with the beautiful sounds of his Fifth Symphony. Showtimes vary; find out more information here.
