Top city guide · 2026-04-09

Phoenix, AZ Family Guide

The best family-friendly things to do in Phoenix, AZ, from current activity picks to local events and city guides.

Explore top places to go, what is happening soon, and more ways to plan time with kids in Phoenix, AZ.

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Best Places To Start

Featured places for families in Phoenix, AZ right now.
Outdoor Pick
Hiking Camelback Mountain
Outdoor Adventure
2800 E McDonald Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85016
4.8 / 5
Water Pick
Slide Rock State Park
Natural Park
6871 AZ-89A, Sedona, AZ 86336
4.8 / 5
Outdoor Pick
Squaw Peak Park
Park
2701 E Squaw Peak Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85028
4.8 / 5
Outdoor Pick
Apache Trail Scenic Drive
Outdoor Adventure
East of Apache Junction, AZ
4.7 / 5
Indoor Pick
Burton Barr Central Library
Library / Education
1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
4.6 / 5
Top Pick 6
Phoenix Art Ink Zoo
Tour
Various locations, Phoenix, AZ
4.6 / 5
Indoor Pick
Phoenix Children's Museum
Museum
201 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
4.6 / 5
Indoor Pick
CoolRidge Ice Skating
Sports
2301 W Dunlap Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021
4.5 / 5

What Families Can Do Here

Browse this city by activity type.
Outdoor Adventure
Hiking Camelback Mountain
2800 E McDonald Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Apache Trail Scenic Drive
East of Apache Junction, AZ
Natural Park
Slide Rock State Park
6871 AZ-89A, Sedona, AZ 86336
Park
Squaw Peak Park
2701 E Squaw Peak Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85028
Library / Education
Burton Barr Central Library
1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Current Family Events

What is happening soon in Phoenix, AZ.
APRIL09
Maricopa County Fair (Second Weekend)
APRIL 09 · starts Apr 9
Over 35 rides, monster truck shows, sea lion shows, magic shows, and carnival food at Arizona State Fairgrounds
Paid/Varies · Ongoing
APRIL10
Panda Fest Phoenix
APRIL 10 · starts Apr 10
90+ Asian food vendors, 200+ dishes, live cultural performances, panda-themed attractions, bounce house for children
Paid/Varies · Ongoing
APRIL18
Phoenix Zoo Nature Play
APRIL 18 · starts Apr 18
Free with admission - child-directed outdoor play in Enchanted Forest, exploring nature with unstructured activities
Free

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