Community Events

Child Crisis Arizona offer free, in-person and virtual family education classes throughout the year. All programs center around teaching positive parenting skills that build strong families. Child Crisis Arizona is one of the only educational providers in the area that offers classes specific to a father’s unique role in parenting, as well as grandparents or other kin raising children related to them. Our program also provides education for those divorcing to develop a plan to co-parent. Certain services are also offered in Spanish.

For more details, click here.

Read to a Dog

601 N. La Canada Dr. Green Valley AZ 85614

April 30 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Read to a Dog is designed to allow kids the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as they read it. For many children, this allows them a rare chance to experience stress free reading; they’re able to relax and having fun while reading

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Community Nights: Spring Into Fun

Kyrene del Pueblo Middle School, 360 S Twelve Oaks Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA

April 19 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Spring into fun at Community Nights at Kyrene del Pueblo Middle School. Join Chandler Recreation for free family-friendly interactive programming for children and adults with varying interests, including arts and crafts, yard games, open gym, and more. Each night features a different theme that provides fun and creative ways to create unforgettable memories.

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Earth and Arbor Day Celebration

McQueen Park Activity Center, 510 N Horne St, Gilbert, AZ 85233, USA

April 18 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Family-friendly activities including recycling inspired crafts & games, tree planting ceremony, live animal display and more

For more details, click here.

Arizona Broadway Theatre: Flight School

Glendale Public Library Main Library, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, AZ 85302, USA

April 17 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Arizona Broadway Theatre for Young Audiences presents Flight School.

It’s the first day of Flight School, where they teach birds to fly. Penguin has the soul of an eagle and is ready to live on the wind. But he wasn’t built to soar, as the other birds constantly remind him. Penguin’s spirit won’t be grounded. With some friends of a feather, and a little help on the technical parts, Penguin follows his dreams to flip, flap, fly!

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27th Annual Glendale Family Bike Ride

Sahuaro Ranch Park, 9802 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302, USA

April 14 | 7:00 AM

Get outdoors, join hundreds of riders, and play a part in Valley Bike Month at this fun-filled Glendale tradition

For more details, click here.

A Children's Opera (WHO'S AFRAID OF THE BIG BAD WOLF?)

Theater Works, 10580 N 83rd Dr, Peoria, AZ 85345, USA

April 9th and 15th- (times vary depending on the show day)

This popular work is an engaging adaptation of Mozart’s Don Giovanni that reinvents the "Don" as the infamous Big Bad Wolf. Little Red Riding Hood, The Three Little Pigs, and friends must work together to show the Wolf the error of his ways. Using the music and themes from one of Mozart’s great operas, young audiences learn the dangers of bullying, the beauty of friendship, and the power of music to bring people together.

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KidFest

Friendship Park, 12325 W McDowell Rd, Avondale, AZ 85323, USA

Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Join us for a celebration of the Day of the Child (Dia de los Ninos) and the Week of the Young Child as Friendship Park turns into a kid's paradise! This FREE event promises some high-flying fun and learning for the entire family. Have fun with various activities, crafts, food trucks, and entertainment, and learn about different types of organizations and services with lots of exhibitors!

KidFest is an event recognized by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and AzAEYC celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, and families. This event is hosted during the Nationally recognized Week of the Young Child™, a celebratory effort to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs.

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Solar Eclipse Viewing Party

Arizona Science Center, 600 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

Monday, April 8, 2024, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Join Arizona Science Center to watch the solar eclipse unfold on Monday, April 8! At 9:00 a.m., the Center will open to welcome Arizonans to view one of the rarest astronomical events in our Solar System—complete with FREE eclipse glasses to view safely.

We invite Arizonans to spend the morning with us to watch the Moon cross between Earth and Sun, then stay to explore the science behind this out-of-this-world astronomical phenomenon. Solar telescopes, hands-on activities exploring solar and eclipse science, local experts, and more will be available FREE to the public!

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StoryWalk at Cesar Chavez Park

Cesar Chavez Branch Library- 3635 W Baseline Rd, Laveen Village, AZ 85339

An All Day Event- April 8-14

Share a reading adventure on the StoryWalk at Cesar Chavez Park in Laveen. Stroll around the lake and enjoy a story with your family. The featured book is I Am Every Good Thing by Derrick Barnes. This StoryWalk sign text is in English and Spanish. Your journey starts on the east side of Cesar Chavez Library.

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Spring Breakout

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Arizona, 7333 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, USA

April 1-7, 2024, from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm

Spring into a perfect family getaway with fun activities! Guaranteed to be filled with adventure, Spring Breakout at Great Wolf Lodge is the ideal destination for spring break or weekend getaways.

Activities include:

Sunshine Dance Party: Help wake up spring by grooving along to our annual dance and sunshine song.
Fun Yoga Activities: Stretch, flex, and smile through our uplifting spring yoga story.
Characters Photo Opportunity: Meet our characters and take a pic with spring-themed visuals.
Arts & Crafts: Craft awesome springtime creations that are yours to keep.
Spring Games: Show off your skills with our variety of spring-inspired games.

For more details, click here.

A Children's Opera (WHO'S AFRAID OF THE BIG BAD WOLF?)

Theater Works, 10580 N 83rd Dr, Peoria, AZ 85345, USA

April 9th and 15th- (times vary depending on the show day)

For more details, click here.

Kids' Day at the Phoenix Film Festival

Dr. A. J. Chandler Park, 3 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225, USA

Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Looking for some family-friendly film fun?! This FREE to the public event is a great way for children of all ages to come out and experience the festival. They can select from a series of hands-on activity stations focusing on different aspects of film production geared to various age and ability levels.

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Ballet Etudes Cinderella

Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225, USA

Apr 27, – Apr 28, 2024| Sat 2:00pm | Sat 7:00pm | Sun 3:00pm

This two-act ballet following the kind-hearted Cinderella, her wicked stepmother, clumsy step-sisters, and loving Fairy Godmother will leave you believing in magic!

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W Latham St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA

Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 10 am

Our classic show, Jack and the Beanstalk, is back! This wonderful tale is told with hand puppets, beautiful changing scenery, a growing beanstalk, and a very tall Giant. Download the Study and Activity Guide here.

Tickets must be purchased in advance: reserve here or call 602-262-2050.

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Kids' Day at the Phoenix Film Festival

Dr. A. J. Chandler Park, 3 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225, USA

Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

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Ballet Etudes Cinderella

Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225, USA

Apr 27, – Apr 28, 2024| Sat 2:00pm | Sat 7:00pm | Sun 3:00pm

This two-act ballet following the kind-hearted Cinderella, her wicked stepmother, clumsy step-sisters, and loving Fairy Godmother will leave you believing in magic!

For more details, click here.

Jack and the Beanstalk

Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W Latham St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA

Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 10 am

Tickets must be purchased in advance: reserve here or call 602-262-2050.

For more details, click here.

Monthly

Kids Day at the Market

Dr. A. J. Chandler Park, 3 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225, USA

The first Saturday of every month from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Get up, get out, and play during Kids Day at the Downtown Chandler Farmers Market! On the first Saturday of the month, children of all ages can revel in free family fun. Enjoy Stories at the Market from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. in the Courtyard next to Crust Simply Italian. Each month the Chandler Public Library will bring new and exciting tales to the Market. Everyone is invited to come and play alongside Chandler Parks & Recreation from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Kids will enjoy life-sized games and exciting activities in Dr. A.J. Chandler Park West.

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I Love Science Day

Arizona Museum of Natural History- 53 N Macdonald, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA

Closed for most holidays| Mondays- Closed|Tuesdays Saturday 10 am - 5 pm|Sundays 12 pm - 5 pm

Science is dynamic, fun, hands-on, visual, and exciting. Join us for two hours of non-stop science fun on March 4 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Arizona Museum of Natural History! See fascinating scientific experiments and participate in science-based activities and crafts while surrounded by dinosaurs, artifacts, and more. All crafts, activities, and demonstrations are included with the cost of general admission. It is the perfect family-friendly event for science buffs of all ages.

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Shamrock Farms One-Of-A-Kind Farm Tours

Shamrock Farms Farm- 40034 W. Clayton Stanfield, AZ 85172

Shamrock Farms offers both tours to the general public and field trips for schools.

Fun and educational one-hour guided farm tours at Shamrock Farms are great for school field trips and family fun. Take a ride on the cow-spotted tram to meet the hometown dairy’s herd and learn about the special care Shamrock Farms cows receive to ensure high-quality milk is produced. Tour highlights include driving through a desert oasis where guests see cows eating and relaxing under misted shades, a glimpse into the cow cafeteria where all the nutritious feed they consume is kept and the milking parlor where guests can see and learn about the milking process from a mezzanine viewing area. Once the guided tour is complete visitors enjoy a free milk while exploring the big red Welcome Barn that features a historical timeline, interactive activities, a gift shop and everyone’s favorite- Roxie’s Ice Cream parlor where you can choose between popular flavors of ice cream and more.

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Luminous: The Art of Light

i.d.e.a. Museum, 150 W Pepper Pl, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA

Tuesday - Saturday at 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Sundays from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Closed on Mondays

Designed for visitors of all ages, “Luminous: The Art of Light” invites families and guests to play, learn, and unleash their creativity in a captivating and enchanting world of light. Whether you’re a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious explorer, this extraordinary exhibition promises wonder, discovery, and the sheer joy of artistic illumination. Interactive art-making and art-viewing experiences will allow guests and families to deepen their understanding of how light shapes the world around us.

Admission is $9 per person. It's free for members and those under age 1.

For more details, click here.

Culture Pass

At your local library

An Everyday, All Day Event

Act One’s Culture Pass provides access to the arts for students, retirees, and under-resourced families to visit Arizona’s arts and cultural treasures. Act One partners with over 150 libraries in Arizona to allow library cardholders the opportunity to check out free passes. Over 500,000 passes are offered annually. Visit your local library to check out a pass today!

For more details, click here.

Home Depot Kids Workshop

At your local Home Depot Store

Every first Saturday of the month from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join Home Depot every first Saturday for free in-person Kids Workshops!

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Children’s Museum of Phoenix

FREE Admission on First Fridays from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

The museum reports that space for Free First Friday is very limited and guests will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Children’s Museum of Phoenix has three floors of interactive fun for the whole family, although it’s designed especially for children from birth to age 10. Note that for your family’s safety, adults are not allowed in the museum without children.

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Honey Tasting

Honey Hive Farms - 14611 North 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ, 85381.

Every Saturday from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Come and visit Honey Hive Farms and taste all the best Arizona honey! Curious about bees and honey making? Talk to a beekeeper!

For more details, click here.

Free Entry - Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Botanical Garden - 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, 85008.

Every Second Tuesday of the Month

For nearly 80 years, the Desert Botanical Garden has been teaching and inspiring visitors from the local community and around the world, providing research, exhibits and more designed to help us understand, protect and preserve the desert’s natural beauty. Garden admission is free on Community Day, the second Tuesday of every month. Walk-ins will not be accepted without prior reservations due to limited occupancy restrictions.

For more details and registration info, click here.

Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesdays at the Phoenix Art Museum

Phoenix Art Museum - 1625 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Every Wednesday of this month from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Every Wednesday from 3 to 7 p.m. PhxArt visitors can give a voluntary donation for general admission to the museum and reduced rates to view special-engagement exhibitions. Special exhibition tickets: $5 for Adults; FREE for Museum Members, veterans/active-duty military, and kids under 18.

For details, click here.

Food Pantries and Banks- April

Market on the Move

The 3000 Club is a non-profit charitable organization working with food banks in Arizona, California, and other non-profit organizations. Please help us build a healthy and caring community. You can also provide your support either by donating or volunteering your time. The 3000 Club also sponsors The American Medical Aid Program and Disaster Relief.

Contribute $10 to shop up to 60 pounds of fresh produce for you, and your family, or to share with neighbors, friends, or someone in need.

For more details, click here.

St. Mary’s Food Bank

Distribution Hours: Phoenix and Surprise Locations Monday – Friday from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm.

St. Mary’s Food Bank serves to alleviate hunger through the gathering and distribution of food while encouraging self-sufficiency, collaboration, advocacy, and education.

St. Mary’s Food Bank is truly a community-based organization. Individual donors, corporate donors, and private grants help feed hungry individuals and families in our area. Serving 9 of Arizona’s 15 counties, they are committed to volunteerism, building community relationships, and improving the quality of life for Arizonans in need.

For more details, click here.

United Food Bank

The United Food Bank serves to stabilize the lives of hungry, low-income people within Eastern Maricopa, Gila, and Pinal, and Southern Navajo and Apache Counties of Arizona by actively acquiring, storing, and distributing large quantities of wholesome and nutritious foods to a network of community and strategic partners, combined with advocacy and educational initiatives that enhance lives.

Where they serve: The service area of 19,608 square miles includes some of the most remote areas in the state. Places like Sanders, Arizona, where there are only a couple of places to purchase food, and the next town is 40 miles away. They serve five counties in the East Valley and Eastern Arizona: Eastern Maricopa, Gila, Pinal, Southern Navajo, and Southern Apache.

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Desert Mission Food Bank

Emergency Food Program: Provides monthly food packages to individuals and families living in the Desert Mission Food Bank service area. You also will receive extra items of the day such as produce and protein items, when available.
Senior Food Box: Provides monthly food packages to seniors who live in the Desert Mission Food Bank service area and meet federal poverty-level guidelines.
Infant Emergency Food Box Program: Provides monthly food packages that meet your baby’s developmental needs from newborn to 12 months of age.
Community Nutrition Education: Our staff provides food, nutritious recipes, resources, and cooking tips.
Garden Program: Fresh, healthy fruits and vegetables are grown inside. Free fall and spring gardening classes are available.
Living Well Financial Coaching: Provides tools, resources, and encouragement to help improve financial well-being and meet financial goals.
Farm Stand: Provides farm-fresh fruits and veggies for an affordable price. Rotates to different medical centers each Wednesday.

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Borderlands Produce Rescue

Fresh produce is brought in and sold in bulk.

Veggies R' Us: Direct Client/Agency distribution out of Borderlands warehouse facility. Supporters are provided with an entire shopping cart full of produce, all for just a contribution of $5 for a minimum of 100 lbs.
Produce on Wheels With-Out Waste (P.O.W.W.O.W.): Hosted pop-up produce markets across Arizona. Contribute $15 to shop up to 70 pounds of fresh produce for you, and your family, or to share with neighbors, friends, or someone in need.
- November-March, Hours: 8:00 am -11:00 am (Unless Specified Hours)
- April-May, Hours: 7:00 am -10:00 am
- June-October, Hours: 6:00 am -9:00 am

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Double up food bucks:

Buy $1 of SNAP-eligible foods with a Quest EBT card and get $1 free for any AZ-grown fruits & veggies, up to $10 per day. Use at participating farmers markets and Fresh Express Mobile Produce Market.

For more details, click here or call 480-207-5955

Farmers Markets- April

Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market

DPHX Farmers Market - 720 N 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Every Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Accepts cash, all major credit cards, EBT, WIC & Senior FMNP Coupons. Double Up Food Bucks are available. Contactless payment options may be available depending on the vendor.

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Uptown Farmers Market

Uptown Farmers Market - 5757 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Every Wednesday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Every Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Accepts all major credit and debit cards, EBT/SNAP WIC

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Tempe Farmers Market

Tempe Farmers Market - 805 S. Farmer Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281

Everyday from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm

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Gilbert Farmers Market

Gilbert Farmers Market -222 N. Ash St. Gilbert, AZ 85234

Saturdays from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm (October through March/April)

Saturdays from 7:00 am – 11:00 am (April/May through September)

Accepts cash and most major credit and debit cards

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Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market

Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market - 3806 N. Brown Ave. Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Every Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

The market is family friendly and well-mannered pets are welcome! DUFB/SNAP accepted as well as AZFMNP and Senior program.

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Ocotillo Farmers Market

Ocotillo Farmers Market - 2577 W. Queen Creek Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248

Every Sundays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

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Downtown Chandler Farmers Market

Downtown Chandler Farmers Market - 3 South Arizona Ave., Chandler, AZ 85225

Every Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Credit Card shopping. AZFMNP (www.azfmnp.org) coupons accepted here.

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Physical Activity- April

Rio Salado Audubon Center (Located less than two miles from downtown Phoenix)

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Rio Salado Audubon Center - Saturday Morning Bird Walks

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For family physical activity visit the website below to find a park near you.

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Select "Find a park near you," enter your zip code and find the closest park!