From having lunch with your favorite animals to enjoying a stunning view in the sky, there is something for everyone in the family the weekend of Jan. 24 to Jan. 26.
Friday:
Cirque Cinderella
Lead by conductor Matthew Kasper, the Phoenix Symphony presents Cirque Cinderella at Orpheum Theater. The enchanting performance brings to life Cinderella’s beloved fairytale, sometimes even 40 feet in the air! The show starts at 7:30 p.m., and you can purchase tickets online here.
James and the Giant Peach Jr. at Desert Stages Theater
Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dalh, James and the Giant Peach Jr. retells the incredible story of James and his dangerous adventures in a giant, magical peach. The show takes place at Desert Stages Theater, and tickets are $10 and can be purchased here.
Walk with Wildlife Tour
Take a guided tour at Southwest Wildlife and see some animals from our home in the Southwest. The tour includes sightings of black bears, mountain lions, Mexican gray wolves and much more. Make your first stop here to begin your tour.
Saturday:
Tacolandia
Enjoy a day of unlimited tacos at Tacolandia, Phoenix New Time’s annual taco festival at Margret T. Hance Park. There will be 20 local vendors to sample from and live music to enjoy as well. General admission is $25 and can be purchased online.
Doggie Street Festival
Celebrate furry friends at the Doggie Street Festival, the world’s largest adapt-a-thon and pet celebration. The event is free and features live music, food, prizes and much more! You’re encouraged to bring your furry friends along. For more information, visit here.
PopUP Food Truck and Movie Night
Cozy up with a blanket and the family for a fun and exciting night at the Peoria Sports Complex. Enjoy specialty food from food trucks, face painting, dance parties, prizes and more while you and the little ones wait for the feature to start. The event is free. Learn more about it here.
Lunch with an Elephant at Phoenix Zoo
Bring along your little ones to enjoy a complimentary lunch with an elephant; go behind the scenes to learn about the daily lives of the elephant’s keepers at the Phoenix Zoo. You can get your tickets to attend here.
Sunday:
Breakfast with Monkeys at the Phoenix Zoo
Join the Phoenix Zoo and enjoy a continental breakfast with monkeys in their village! To purchase tickets, visit here.
Elephant and Piggie’s: “We Are in a Play!”
Take your children on an adventure with Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig at Herberger Theater with Elephant and Piggie’s: We Are in a Play! The story follows two best friends on an exciting adventure based off of Mo Willems book series. Tickets are $12, and you can purchase them online.
Ninth Annual Balloon Classic
The Balloon Classic is back at Goodyear Ballpark for its ninth year in a row. Come and watch our desert sky illuminate with color as dozens of hot air balloons fill the air. There will also be balloon rides, live music, food, drinks, games and much more! To attend this annual event, purchase your tickets here.
