Saturday:
Movies in the Desert: The Lego Movie
This Saturday, OdySea in Scottsdale continues its Movies in the Desert tradition by offering a chance to watch The Lego Movie under the stars. This event begins at 5 p.m. and there will be an hour-and-a-half dedicated to pre-movie activities. These events will include a character meet and greet, crafts, Lego Play Station, a prize wheel and giveaways. This event is completely free and food is available for purchase at the surrounding restaurants like Johnny Rockets, Humble Pie and Frozen Penguin Ice Cream. So grab your comfiest blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a unique experience at Odysea in the Desert.
STEM Saturday- Microorganisms: The Invisible World
Attention all science geeks! Explore the microscopic world of microorganisms this Saturday as part of STEM Saturdays. You will get a chance to see just how fast bacteria multiplies and be blown away by just how small they really are. Partnering with the museum of Science and Sustainability at Tumbleweed Ranch, Chandler Museum presents this completely complementary event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday.
Concours in the Hills Roars into Fountain Hills
Calling all car lovers! This weekend, come drool over more than 600 classic and exotic cars from all eras and parts of the world. This exhibition will directly benefit Phoenix Children’s Hospital and help to continue their excellent Health, Hope and Healing process. This will be taking place at the Fountain Hills Foundation Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. With special guests such as Bob Bondurant, Arie Luyendyk, Harley Cluxton and Lyn St. James, this event will be one to remember for you and your kiddos. Event admission and parking are free and the exhibitor vehicle entry fee is a minimum $60 donation. Exhibitor vehicle registration and sponsorship fees will go directly to the Phoenix Children’s Hospital. (It is predicted to raise $100,000 this year.)
Admission Free Weekend: Phoenix Art Museum
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, the Phoenix Art Museum is free of charge courtesy of Discount Tire Free Family Weekend. There will be an assortment of activities for children such as educational programming, scavenger hunts, live performances, storytimes and more. So take this complimentary opportunity to bond with your kids as you learn about and make art with featured local Valley artists.
Butterfly Wonderland and the Rainforest Reptile Room
This Saturday and Sunday, take your family to the Butterfly Wonderland to enjoy a full day of getting to know many different types of animals. From butterflies to sharks to snakes, every person in your family will have a blast meeting and greeting these amazing animals. Every Saturday and Sunday aquatic feedings take place twice a day at 9:30 and 11 a.m. At this time, you and your children can enjoy the sight of seeing stingrays and sharks eat their breakfast and lunch. At 10 a.m., enjoy a face painting session and at 2 p.m., enjoy the special treat, Reptile Talks. Here you and your kiddos can talk to a specialist about the wonderful reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods and ask any question you want!
