Top Attractions in Greater Phoenix, AZ

Memorial Day | A Day of Remembrance

In 1 week · Mon, May 25, 5:00 PM UTC · Heard Museum · 2301 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, Phoenix, AZ

Weaving Discovery Station

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 4:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Children’s Museum of Phoenix · 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, Phoenix, AZ

It’s May-ker Month at the Children’s Museum! Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor and dive into hands-on, tactile fun at our pop-up Weaving Discovery Station! Explore different weaving techniques, experiment with looms, braid and unravel, lace up geoboards, and even weave colorful designs onto...

Craft Night: Zentangle Art for Beginners

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ

<p>Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll make our own zentangle abstract art with pen and paper. The repeated patterns in zentangle and its philosophy of embracing mistakes makes this art form a wonderful exercise in mindfulness.</p>

Tucson Museum of Art Docent Talk

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Joyner-Green Valley Library · 601 N. La Canada Dr., Green Valley, AZ

"Cats in Art and Their Companions" Who loved these cats? Meet Armellino, Sita, Raminou, Zizi and the artists who painted them. Let's explore how cats were portrayed artistically by 30 artists, with a focus on artists who lived with cats, to see if we can read relationships in their paintings....

Watercolor Snakes

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 4:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Children’s Museum of Phoenix · 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, Phoenix, AZ

Discover the rich culture and history of the Chinese Zodiac while painting your own watercolor snake for 2026!

Curious Curves

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Children’s Museum of Phoenix · 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, Phoenix, AZ

Explore the world of art in 3 dimensions. Design, build and create various sculptures with wire. What unique creations can you come up with?

Bryson Bost Art

In 1 week · Sat, May 23, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Children’s Museum of Phoenix · 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, Phoenix, AZ

Artist and teaching artist Bryson Bost creates abstract, intuitive artwork that encourages curiosity, creativity, and hands‑on exploration. Join Bryson this May‑ker’s Month as he invites visitors to explore his STEAM‑inspired Dancing Planets series, where arcs, circles, and intricate patterns...

Arizona Humanities Presents: Grounded: Creating with Land in Contemporary Native American Art

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Can we think of a 21st century Arizona through expressions of place inherent in Arizona’s Indigenous arts? In this presentation, Nanibaa Beck focuses on the representation of place that Indigenous artists in Arizona are making in their art. From jewelry, to weaving, to photography, the lived...

Art Connection

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Fountain Hills Branch · 12901 N La Montana Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268, Fountain Hills, AZ

Children 8-12 years old are invited to join us once a month to create Fantastic Art! We will look at different mediums and techniques of art at each meeting. This month's project is Marbled Paper.

Teen Tuesdays at The Spot

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Downtown Library · 22 S Delaware Street, Chandler, AZ · Ages 10–17

A place just for teens at the downtown library! On Tuesdays at The Spot, enjoy board games, art supplies, access to computers, crocheting, movies or gaming, an occasional craft or snack, or just come by to hang out or do homework.

Book Club with Alicia: The Husbands

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Ed Robson Library · 9330 E Riggs Rd, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, Sun Lakes, AZ

Join Alicia to discuss our pick this month, The Husbands by Holly Gramazio. Copies of our next book, The Good Left Undone by Adriana Trigiani will be distributed.

Cozy Crafters

In 1 week · Sat, May 23, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Kirk-Bear Canyon Library · 8959 E. Tanque Verde Rd., Tucson, AZ

Get crafty with fiber arts! Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this is the perfect place to share your love of craft and creativity. If you need some help getting started, our wonderful volunteers will be there to answer questions and provide guidance. Please bring your own supplies. If you don't..

Try Something New Thursdays: Foil Printing

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Heroes Regional Park Library · 6075 N 83rd Ave, Glendale, AZ 85303, Glendale, AZ · Ages 18+

<p>Discover a simple printmaking technique using aluminum foil! Create your own design, add ink, and pull a unique print in this quick, hands-on craft session. No experience needed—supplies provided.</p><p><strong>Registration is required. This program is for ages 18 and...

Teen Craft Time

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Queen Creek Branch · 21802 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Queen Creek, AZ · Ages 10–17

Teens can explore their creativity by making a customized craft each month while connecting with other teens.<br /><br />This month's craft: TBA<br /><br />All materials provided. Teens=13-18 years.

Adults Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Agave Library · 23550 N 36th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85310, Phoenix, AZ

Join the discussion! The Agave Book Club is a group of readers and library staff who come together on the fourth Tuesday of the month to discuss the month's selected title. January: The Awakening by Nora Roberts February: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig March: Last Call at the Nightingale by..

Yarn Crafters

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 4:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · San Tan Valley Library · 31505 N Schnepf Rd, San Tan Valley, AZ 85143, Casa Grande, AZ

If you have an interest in yarn crafts (embroidery, crochet, weaving, or knitting), please join us. All are welcome: young or old, beginners or experts. This is weekly meeting to share ideas and learn some new skills. Bring your own supplies.

Crafts & Laughs

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Martha Cooper Library · 1377 N. Catalina Ave., Tucson, AZ

Join us every Wednesday for Crafts & Laughs, designed especially for folks 9+. Every week we'll have a new craft or game, and lots of time to hang out and have fun. Younger folks welcome with active adults to help out!

Readers' Roundtable BOOK CLUB

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Fountain Hills Branch · 12901 N La Montana Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268, Fountain Hills, AZ

Do you like to talk with friends about books you are reading? Then join us for a book discussion. The theme this month is a book about a social issue. So bring in whatever book you've read that fits our theme, and we'll discuss it.

Fiber Arts Club

In 1 week · Sat, May 23, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Valencia Library · 202 W. Valencia Rd., Tucson, AZ

Do you crochet? Knit? Make friendship bracelets? Embroider? Weave? Sew? Any other fiber-art-related craft? Come join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month to craft and chat. Bring your own project, make some friends, and relax for a while. Limited materials available for those who are between.

Novel Ideas Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Desert Broom Library · 29710 N Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, Phoenix, AZ

Novel Ideas Book Club meets at Desert Broom Library the fourth (4th) Tuesday of January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, and the first (1st) Tuesday in December. Discussion starts at 1:00 p.m. For more information contact: judimacaz@gmail.com This month's selection: The...

Sewing Class and Social

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 12:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Complete a featured sewing project following step-by-step instructions from our instructor. Come learn together and meet other sewers.</p><p>Note: Registration is needed due to the limited number of machines. A THINKspot waiver must be signed before using library equipment.</p><p>Please watch...

Stitch'n Time

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 7:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Basha Library · 5990 S Val Vista Drive, Chandler, AZ

Love to knit, crochet, quilt or embroider? Want to connect with others while working on your fiber arts project? Network, craft, and relax with Stitch'n Time! Please bring your own materials as this is a free flowing work group.

Cozy Crafters - Knit, Crochet, and Crafting

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · El Mirage Library · 14011 N 1st Ave, El Mirage, AZ 85335, El Mirage, AZ

Do you like to knit, crochet, or craft? Come in, sit a spell, and work on your latest project while enjoying the company of other crafters.

Century Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Century Library · 1750 E Highland Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016, Phoenix, AZ

Join the discussion! The Century Book Club is a group of readers and library staff who come together on the last Tuesday of the month to discuss the month's selected title. This month's book club pick: This month's title: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro Do you require an accommodation to...

Craft 'N Chat

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Desert Foothills Library · 38443 N Schoolhouse Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, Cave Creek, AZ

The Literary Circle Book Club

In 1 week · Sat, May 23, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · South Mountain Library · 7050 S 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85042, Phoenix, AZ

Join The Literary Circle Book Club! Meets the fourth Saturday of every month to discuss a member-chosen book. This month's selection is The Catch by Yrsa Daley-Ward. Everyone is welcome to read the book and join the conversation.

Crafts for Adults-Custom Shrinky Keychains

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Fairway Library · 10600 W Peoria Ave, Sun City, AZ 85351, Sun City, AZ

Join us each month to create a simple craft that you can take home and enjoy. This month we will be creating Custom Shrinky Keychains. Registration is required and will open on 5/5/26 @ 9:00 am.

Adult Craft: Cricut Vinyl Tumblers Session 2

In 1 week · Tue, May 26, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Foothills Library · 19055 N 57th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308, Glendale, AZ · Ages 18+

<p>This month participants will use the Cricut Design Space to make vinyl decals to make custom tumblers. Some basic computer knowledge is needed to get started with the Cricut portion of this class, but the presenter will show you how to use the Cricut design space.</p><p><em>There are two...

Make Your Masterpiece: Watercolor

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Gateway Library · 5036 S Eastmark Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85212, Mesa, AZ

<p>Discover new artistic mediums and build confidence in your creativity as you’re guided through a simple, step-by-step process to create your own beautiful masterpiece. No experience is needed — we’ll break everything down into easy, manageable steps so you can relax, have fun, and enjoy the...

Art Exploration for Adults

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 8:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Perry Library · 1965 E Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297, Gilbert, AZ

Do you want to try a different type of art each month? Come learn about color and technique as we experiment with different mediums. This month we will make a fun rainbow bird cartoon painting. Registration required.

Design a Button for Teens

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Main Library · 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, AZ 85302, Glendale, AZ · Ages 12–18

<p>Create your own one-of-a-kind buttons using recycled materials or design your own with the library's art supplies. Teens, ages 12-18, can learn how to design and create unique buttons that match their style and interests. All materials will be provided for this activity.</p>

Fun Van supported by First Things First

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 5:00 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Maricopa Library and Cultural Center · 18160 N Maya Angelou Dr, Maricopa, AZ 85138, Casa Grande, AZ · Ages Up to 5

Fun Van is a parenting education program supported by First Things First in the Pinal Region. Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 attend our free, 1.5 hours classes together in 8 consecutive week cycles at a variety of locations across Pinal County. At each class, children enjoy art...

Fresh & Fantastical Fiction Book Club

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 1:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Foothills Library · 19055 N 57th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308, Glendale, AZ · Ages 10–17

<p>This community-oriented book club gathers once a month to read and discuss Adult and Teen speculative fiction—science fiction, fantasy, fabulism, and a splash of horror and romance—told from fresh perspectives. This month’s selection is <em>The City Beautiful </em>by Aden Polydoros.</p>

Brick Builders

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Juniper Library · 1825 W Union Hills Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85027, Phoenix, AZ

Bring your imagination and join us for an afternoon of brick building. You can follow our themes and challenges or make your own. Creative thinking, teamwork, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving are just a few of the skills learned while having fun with bricks! Do you require an...

Crochet Corner

In 1 week · Sat, May 23, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Tempe Public Library · 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282, Tempe, AZ

Join us in this hands-on crochet club, perfect for beginners and those looking to connect with other yarn enthusiasts! You&rsquo;ll learn everything from the chain stitch to more advanced skills like granny squares and amigurumi. All supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring any ongoing...