65 free things to do and get in Phoenix and around the Phoenix area, including 21 kids & family, 16 entertainment, 12 attractions.
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Tue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun noon–5pm (closed Mon)
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center
The contemporary art museum inside Mesa Arts Center is free to visit, with changing exhibitions. It's open Tuesday through Sunday (closed Mondays and most major holidays). Free guided tours run Saturdays at 1pm.
Verified Oct 27 · mesaartscenter.com
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Tue–Sat 10am–5pm (closed Sun, Mon and city holidays)
Tempe History Museum
The City of Tempe's history museum tells the story of the city, and admission is free. It's open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am–5pm, and hosts events, most of them free.
Verified Oct 27 · tempe.gov
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Tue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 1–5pm (closed Mon)
Chandler Museum
The City of Chandler's museum covers local history and is free to visit. It's open Tuesday through Saturday 10am–5pm and Sunday 1–5pm.
Verified Oct 27 · chandleraz.gov
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Lunch daily 11am–12:45pm; breakfast Mon–Fri 7–8am; dinner Fri 4–5pm
St. Vincent de Paul Phoenix Dining Room
St. Vincent de Paul's Phoenix Dining Room on the Key Campus downtown serves hot meals: breakfast Monday–Friday 7–8am, lunch every day 11am–12:45pm and dinner Fridays 4–5pm. The dining rooms are open to anyone and walk-ins are welcome.
Verified Oct 27 · svdpaz.org
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Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8–11am; Wed 4–6pm
Matthew's Crossing Food BankChandler
Anyone in need can register at Matthew's Crossing and pick up a free emergency food box every 14 days: pantry staples plus bread, milk, meat and produce when available, enough for a family for about three days. Distribution is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8–11am and Wednesday 4–6pm (closed Nov 26–27, Dec 24–25 and Jan 1).
Verified Oct 27 · matthewscrossing.org
Catch: Valid photo ID required · Registration required (forms online or on arrival) · One box every 14 days
Mon–Fri 9am–4pm; Sat 10am–2pm (Sept–May)
Arizona Capitol MuseumPhoenix
The Arizona Capitol Museum in the historic Capitol building is always free. Explore on your own Monday–Friday 9am–4pm and Saturdays 10am–2pm (September through May), or join a free walk-in tour Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 2pm. A self-guided map and family activities are at the first-floor desk.
Verified Oct 27 · azcapitolmuseum.gov
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Wed and Fri–Sun 11am–5pm, Thu 11am–7pm (closed Mon and Tue)
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art lets visitors 18 and younger in free (adult tickets are $16). Bring the kids or a teen art fan any day it's open, Wednesday through Sunday. Adults can also pay what they wish on Thursdays and every second Saturday.
Verified Oct 27 · scottsdalearts.org
Catch: Ages 18 and under only, with valid ID; adults pay $16 (or pay what you wish on Thursdays and second Saturdays)
Tue–Sat 8am–2pm Jan–Apr; Wed–Sat 8am–2pm May and Aug–Dec; closed June and July
Deer Valley Petroglyph PreservePhoenix
ASU's Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve protects ancient rock art on a desert hillside trail. ASU students, staff and faculty with a Sun Card, Indigenous visitors with a tribal ID, and children 6 and under get in free (general admission is $14). It's closed in June and July and keeps morning hours.
Verified Oct 27 · deervalley.asu.edu
Catch: Only for ASU students/staff/faculty with a Sun Card, Indigenous visitors with tribal ID, or kids 6 and under · Everyone else pays $14
Fri, Oct 30, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Webster Recreation CenterMesa
Webster Recreation Center's annual Halloween Carnival has free games and activities plus a new trunk-or-treat. Come in costume. Friday, October 30, 2026, 5:30–7:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · mesaaz.gov
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Fri, Oct 30, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Dr. A.J. Chandler Park
Trick-or-treat through Downtown Chandler and join a family Halloween night at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, with costume parades at 6:15 and 7:30pm. Park admission is free. Friday, October 30, 2026, 5:30–8:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · chandleraz.gov
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Fri–Sun 11am–5pm (site also lists Wed–Sun; check before going)
ASU Art MuseumTempe
Arizona State University's art museum on the Tempe campus never charges admission. Exhibitions change through the year. The site lists hours as 11am–5pm but shows both Wednesday–Sunday and Friday–Sunday, so check before a weekday visit.
Verified Oct 27 · asuartmuseum.org
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Thursdays 6–6:30pm and Saturdays 10–10:30am
Burton Barr Central LibraryPhoenix
Phoenix Public Library's main library holds a weekly Family Storytime for kids from birth to five and their grown-ups. Sessions are Thursdays 6–6:30pm (MACH1 room) and Saturdays 10–10:30am (Children's Place).
Verified Oct 27 · phoenix.gov
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Sat, Oct 31, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Mesquite LibraryPhoenix
Phoenix Children's Hospital gives away free kids' bike helmets (while supplies last) at a library Bike Safety Rodeo, with a parking-lot obstacle course to practice the rules of the road. Bring your bike and helmet, or borrow a bike or scooter there. Saturday, October 31, 2026, 10am–noon.
Verified Oct 27 · calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org
Catch: Free helmets while supplies last
Saturdays at 1pm (1 hour)
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, Mesa Arts Center
Every Saturday at 1pm, a member of the museum's gallery team leads a free, one-hour interactive tour of the current exhibitions. Museum admission is free too, so no ticket is needed.
Verified Oct 27 · mesaartscenter.com
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Tue, Nov 3, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Volunteer Laura Hardon leads a hands-on workshop at HD South in Gilbert where you turn bags and tags into a holiday-themed altered book. Some craft supplies are provided and no experience is needed; you're welcome to bring your own drink. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 6–8pm.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required on HD South's event page (limited spots) · Ages 14 and up
Wed, Nov 4, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Desert Sage LibraryPhoenix
Chicanos por la Causa offers free hearing and vision screenings for children ages 1 to 5 at Phoenix's Desert Sage Library. No registration needed. Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 10am–12:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org
Catch: Ages 1–5 only
Fri, Nov 6 – Sun, Nov 15 · check hours
Scottsdale Waterfront
Scottsdale Arts' Canal Convergence returns for its 15th year, Nov 6–15, 2026, with large-scale light artworks along the canal plus workshops, performances and live music. This year's theme is Western Nature. Daily schedules hadn't been posted yet, so check the event page for times.
Verified Oct 27 · scottsdalearts.org
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Sat, Nov 7 – Sun, Nov 8 · check hours
Heard MuseumPhoenix
Bank of America's Museums on Us program gives its cardholders free general admission to participating museums on the first full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of every month. Heard Museum is on Bank of America's official Museums on Us participant list. Eligibility: Bank of America cardholders. Check the program's eligibility and terms page before you go: the partner page says some venues adjust their admission procedures.
Verified Oct 27 · about.bankofamerica.com
Catch: Bank of America cardholders only · General admission only; check the venue's Museums on Us terms first
Sat, Nov 7 – Sun, Nov 8 · check hours
Phoenix Art Museum
Bank of America's Museums on Us program gives its cardholders free general admission to participating museums on the first full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of every month. Phoenix Art Museum is on Bank of America's official Museums on Us participant list. Eligibility: Bank of America cardholders. Check the program's eligibility and terms page before you go: the partner page says some venues adjust their admission procedures.
Verified Oct 27 · about.bankofamerica.com
Catch: Bank of America cardholders only · General admission only; check the venue's Museums on Us terms first
Sat, Nov 7 – Sun, Nov 8 · check hours
Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
Bank of America's Museums on Us program gives its cardholders free general admission to participating museums on the first full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of every month. Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West is on Bank of America's official Museums on Us participant list. Eligibility: Bank of America cardholders. Check the program's eligibility and terms page before you go: the partner page says some venues adjust their admission procedures.
Verified Oct 27 · about.bankofamerica.com
Catch: Bank of America cardholders only · General admission only; check the venue's Museums on Us terms first
Sat, Nov 7, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Red Mountain ParkMesa
A free 90-minute workshop at Red Mountain Park's Falcon Ramada with stations on picking, planting and caring for shade trees; participants go home with two desert-adapted trees. Run with Trees Matter. Saturday, November 7, 2026, in a 9am or 11am time slot.
Verified Oct 27 · mesaaz.gov
Catch: Mesa residents only · Sign up for a 9am or 11am time slot
Sat, Nov 7, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Heroes Regional ParkGlendale
A free community celebration at Heroes Regional Park with a giant group pickleball lesson, a 1K fun walk, a 5K fun run and a ninja-warrior obstacle course. It runs 9am–3pm on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The city's page doesn't say whether the 5K needs sign-up.
Verified Oct 27 · glendaleaz.gov
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Sat, Nov 7, 10:00 AM
Chandler City Hall Courtyard
Chandler's free Diwali celebration in the City Hall courtyard has traditional and contemporary Indian dance and music, cultural tables, hands-on activities and food vendors. Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10am.
Verified Oct 27 · chandleraz.gov
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Sat, Nov 7, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Prickly Pear LibraryPhoenix
A free family morning with Arizona PBS, Valley Metro and Phoenix Public Library: storytime, a live DJ, take-and-make crafts, a photo booth, the unveiling of a new Alma's Way Valley Metro bus and photos with Alma. Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10am–noon.
Verified Oct 27 · calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org
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Sat, Nov 7, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Local author Nahid Sewell discusses and reads from her novel "The Ruby Tear Catcher," about an Iranian woman whose life is uprooted by the Islamic Revolution. Free at HD South in Gilbert, Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10:30am–noon.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required on HD South's event page
Sat, Nov 7, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
HD SouthGilbert
ASU professors emeritus Duane and Maureen Roen lead a free, hands-on workshop at HD South in Gilbert where you make simple percussion instruments from everyday items and play them. Saturday, November 7, 2026, 1–2:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Free RSVP on HD South's event page
Sat, Nov 7, 6:00 PM
Murphy ParkGlendale
Glendale's LiVE! @ Murphy Park series brings the West Valley Youth Symphony to downtown Glendale for an evening of orchestral music under the stars. Gates open at 6pm and the music starts at 7pm. Bring a chair or blanket.
Verified Oct 27 · glendaleaz.gov
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Tue, Nov 10, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Red Mountain LibraryMesa
Families can get fitted for a free bike helmet from Phoenix Children's, learn safe-cycling tips and practice on a bike rodeo course with Mesa Police officers and cadets. Bikes and scooters are provided for kids 11 and under. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 10am–noon.
Verified Oct 27 · events.mesalibrary.org
Catch: Free helmets while supplies last
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Tempe Center for the Arts
The ASU MTO Singers (Music Theatre and Opera) perform in Tempe Center for the Arts' lakeside room overlooking Tempe Town Lake, part of the free monthly Performance with a View series. No ticket needed. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 10–11am.
Verified Oct 27 · tempe.gov
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Tue, Nov 10, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
HD SouthGilbert
ASU professor emeritus Duane Roen, founding coordinator of a project on writing and recording family history, leads HD South's free Family History Workshop, "Life and Lemons," on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 6:30–8pm in Gilbert.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Free RSVP on HD South's event page
Wed, Nov 11 · check hours
Heard MuseumPhoenix
On Veterans Day the Heard Museum gives veterans and active-duty military free museum admission, plus one guest. The day's schedule lists the American Indian Veterans Art Market, live Native music and a film screening from 10am to 4pm, then a Sunset Tribute and reception from 5 to 7pm (the page header says 11am–7pm, so check times). Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Verified Oct 27 · heard.org
Catch: Veterans and active-duty military only, with valid ID · Free for one additional guest only
Wed, Nov 11, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Downtown Mesa
The East Valley Veterans Day Parade, "Nifty 250 Freedom Ain't Free," runs down Center Street in downtown Mesa. That day the Arizona Museum of Natural History is free for veterans and active military plus up to six guests. Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 11am–1pm.
Verified Oct 27 · mesaaz.gov
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Wed, Nov 11, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
HD SouthGilbert
An intuitive watercolor art class for adults set to live sound-meditation music, with a guided visualization to start. Led by Debra McVay and Jennifer Sherman at HD South in Gilbert; no art experience needed. Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30–8pm.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required on HD South's event page (limited spots)
Thu, Nov 12, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Century LibraryPhoenix
Community Legal Services attorneys give free one-on-one help at Phoenix's Century Library if you have an Arizona conviction you may be able to set aside, including Prop 207 marijuana expungements. Thursday, November 12, 2026, 3:30–5:30pm. Space in the room is limited, so there may be a short wait.
Verified Oct 27 · calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org
Catch: For people with an Arizona conviction · Income eligibility for Community Legal Services applies
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Certified instructors from East Valley Martial Arts teach physical self-defense and street smarts at HD South in Gilbert on Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30–7:30pm. Open to kids 7 and up, teens and adults; wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required · Ages 7 and up; children need a parent or guardian present
Fri, Nov 13, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Chandler Community Center
The City of Chandler hosts veterans for a complimentary breakfast with a presentation of colors, entertainment and veterans' resources. Each registered veteran may bring one guest. Friday, November 13, 2026, 8:30–10:30am.
Verified Oct 27 · chandleraz.gov
Catch: Military veterans only · Registration required · One guest per veteran
Sat, Nov 14, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
South Mountain Community LibraryPhoenix
Phoenix Children's Hospital gives away free kids' bike helmets (while supplies last) at a library Bike Safety Rodeo, with a parking-lot obstacle course to practice the rules of the road. Bring your bike and helmet, or borrow a bike or scooter there. Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9–11am.
Verified Oct 27 · calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org
Catch: Free helmets while supplies last
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Kids stitch a holiday-themed wall hanging on muslin, taught by Louise Kircher, at HD South in Gilbert on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10am–noon. All supplies are provided and each child takes the finished piece home.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required; class size limited · Recommended for ages 8 to 14
Sat, Nov 14, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Author-illustrator Jenifer Tull-Gauger reads from The Calm View Karate Kid, her book about cooling anger, at HD South in Gilbert on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 1–3pm. Geared to ages 5–10 but all ages are welcome; light refreshments are served.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required · Children under 14 must come with a parent or guardian
Sat, Nov 14, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tempe Sports Complex
The sixth annual Tempe Jam brings free live music from Joey Gutos Band, Goldwax Revival and The Hourglass Cats, dance battles, a drone show, stilt-walkers, hands-on art and food trucks to Tempe Sports Complex. No entry fee. Saturday, November 14, 2026, 6–10pm.
Verified Oct 27 · tempe.gov
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Sun, Nov 15 · check hours
Phoenix Art Museum
Twice a year Phoenix Art Museum holds an all-ages Family Funday with free access. The next one is Sunday, November 15, 2026. Check the museum's site for the day's hours and activities.
Verified Oct 27 · phxart.org
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Sat, Nov 21, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
THINKspot at Dobson RanchMesa
Learn the basics of collecting and using rainwater in your landscape, from simple DIY techniques to bigger systems, and start planning a project. All attendees are entered in a drawing for a $50 local nursery gift card. Saturday, November 21, 2026, 10–11:30am.
Verified Oct 27 · mesaaz.gov
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Sat, Nov 21, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Juniper LibraryPhoenix
Phoenix Children's Hospital gives away free kids' bike helmets (while supplies last) at a library Bike Safety Rodeo, with a parking-lot obstacle course to practice the rules of the road. Bring your bike and helmet, or borrow a bike or scooter there. Saturday, November 21, 2026, 10am–noon.
Verified Oct 27 · calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org
Catch: Free helmets while supplies last
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
HD SouthGilbert
Gilbert Classical Academy's AP teacher Karen Maas and her students run hands-on STEM activities at HD South in Gilbert: 3D pens and printers, Tinkercad design and Makey Makey with fruit. Saturday, November 21, 2026, 1–2:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · hdsouth.org
Catch: Registration required; closes at noon the Friday before
Fri, Nov 27, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Downtown Mesa
Mesa opens its month-long Merry Main Street holiday festival with a holiday market around the city Christmas tree, a holiday program and the tree lighting. Friday, November 27, 2026, 5–10pm.
Verified Oct 27 · mesaaz.gov
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Sat, Dec 5, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Desert Broom LibraryPhoenix
Phoenix Children's Hospital gives away free kids' bike helmets (while supplies last) at a library Bike Safety Rodeo, with a parking-lot obstacle course to practice the rules of the road. Bring your bike and helmet, or borrow a bike or scooter there. Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10am–noon.
Verified Oct 27 · calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org
Catch: Free helmets while supplies last
Sat, Dec 5, 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Downtown Chandler
Downtown Chandler lights its famous Tumbleweed Tree, with music, Letters to Santa, free photos with Santa at Santa's House and the Parade of Lights (6:45–8pm). Saturday, December 5, 2026, 4:30–9pm.
Verified Oct 27 · chandleraz.gov
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Tue, Dec 8, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Tempe Center for the Arts
Students from ASU's collaborative piano studio perform in Tempe Center for the Arts' lakeside room overlooking Tempe Town Lake, part of the free monthly Performance with a View series. No ticket needed. Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 10–11am.
Verified Oct 27 · tempe.gov
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Wed, Dec 9, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Red Mountain LibraryMesa
A free, beginner-friendly MesaMoves class on planning a ride, prepping your bike and riding safely on city streets. Everyone who takes part gets a free safety kit. Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 6–7:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · events.mesalibrary.org
Catch: Registration required (opens Nov 18, 2026 at 9am) · Ages 12 and up
Fri, Dec 11, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saguaro LibraryPhoenix
CAN Community Health offers free, confidential rapid HIV and hepatitis C tests and a full STI panel (results in 3–5 days) at Phoenix's Saguaro Library. No insurance needed and walk-ins are welcome. Friday, December 11, 2026, 11am–3pm.
Verified Oct 27 · calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org
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Sat, Dec 12, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Downtown Peoria
Peoria's free all-ages holiday festival lights up downtown with twinkling lights, festive activities and seasonal surprises, alongside that month's 2nd Saturdays art and music festival. Saturday, December 12, 2026, 5–9pm.
Verified Oct 27 · peoriaaz.gov
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Sat, Feb 13 – Sun, Feb 14
Glendale Civic Center
Glendale's chocolate festival fills the Glendale Civic Center area on Valentine's weekend, February 13–14, 2027, 10am–5pm both days. Admission and parking are free; the treats themselves are sold by vendors.
Verified Oct 27 · glendaleaz.gov
Catch: Admission is free; food and chocolate are sold by vendors
First Friday of each month, 5–9pm (none in Nov 2026 or Jan 2027)
Children's Museum of Phoenix
The Children's Museum of Phoenix opens free to everyone on the first Friday of each month, 5–9pm. Upcoming free nights: Dec 4, 2026, then Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7 and Jun 4, 2027 (no free night in November or January).
Verified Oct 27 · childrensmuseumofphoenix.org
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Fri–Sun 5–9pm, Dec 5, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
Goodyear Civic Square
Goodyear's synthetic ice rink at Civic Square is free for residents and non-residents, skates included (toddler 7 to adult 15). Drop in for 30-minute sessions at 5, 6, 7 and 8pm, first come, first served. Open Fridays–Sundays in December from Dec 5 (except holidays) plus January 2–3, 2027. Bring socks.
Verified Oct 27 · goodyearaz.gov
Catch: Sign The Rinq waiver before skating
Daily 10am–2pm, Dec 26–29
Heard MuseumPhoenix
Four days of free live music, Native dance and artist demonstrations, morning art walks and hands-on family art activities at the Heard Museum, 10am–2pm daily, December 26–29, 2026. The courtyard event is free; the exhibitions need regular museum admission.
Verified Oct 27 · heard.org
Catch: Free event only: museum exhibitions need paid admission
Second Wednesday of each month, 5–7pm
Superstition Springs CenterMesa
The City of Mesa runs a free immunization clinic for children from birth to 18 once a month on a Wednesday evening, 5–7pm, at Superstition Springs Center. Upcoming dates are Nov 11 and Dec 9, 2026, and Jan 13, 2027. Call Mesa Fire and Medical at 480-644-3459 to ask what to bring.
Verified Oct 27 · mesaaz.gov
Catch: Children birth to 18 only
Any day
Desert Botanical GardenPhoenix
Active-duty military get free general admission to the Desert Botanical Garden with a valid government ID (adult tickets start at $32.95). Open daily 7am–10pm October–December, closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Free parking on site.
Verified Oct 27 · dbg.org
Catch: Active-duty military only · Valid government ID required · General admission only, not ticketed events
First Friday of each month, 5–8pm
Phoenix Art Museum
Phoenix Art Museum opens its general galleries free on the first Friday of each month, 5 to 8pm. It's an easy evening plan downtown on the same night as the city's First Friday art scene. Special exhibitions still need a paid ticket.
Verified Oct 27 · phxart.org
Catch: Special exhibitions need a separate paid ticket
Third Saturday, October–March, 8am–12pm
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (Dragonfly Ramada)Gilbert
On the third Saturday of each month from October through March, Desert Rivers Audubon leads free, family-friendly bird walks at the Riparian Preserve with an expert birder. Binoculars are provided, and some Saturdays Liberty Wildlife brings live raptors. Groups head out from the Dragonfly Ramada starting at 8am; just bring walking shoes.
Verified Oct 27 · gilbertaz.gov
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Second Friday of each month, 5:30–9:30pm (weather permitting)
Riparian Preserve at Water RanchGilbert
The East Valley Astronomy Club sets up telescopes at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch on the second Friday of each month, and anyone can come look at the night sky for free. Viewing begins at dusk (listed 5:30–9:30pm), weather permitting. Upcoming: Nov 13 and Dec 11, 2026.
Verified Oct 27 · discovergilbert.com
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Thursdays, 7–9pm (not on Thanksgiving)
Scottsdale Arts District (Main Street and Marshall Way)
Old Town Scottsdale's galleries open their doors every Thursday evening from 7 to 9pm for the ArtWalk, a tradition since 1975. Wander Gallery Row on Main Street and Marshall Way. In the cooler months, themed Gold Palette ArtWalks start at 6:30pm. No ArtWalk on Thanksgiving.
Verified Oct 27 · scottsdalegalleries.com
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