If you're in search of a fun way to beat the Arizona heat this summer, don't look any further than Tucson's Reid Park Zoo. Every Saturday through August 14, the zoo is hosting an event called "Summer Safari Nights," which takes you up close and personal with all your favorite animals during the cooler evening temperatures. Complete with food and drinks, activities, and a different theme each week, it's a wild adventure that's fun for the whole family.
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Taking place every Saturday night through August 14, Summer Safari Nights lets you experience the magic of the zoo by moonlight, long after the hottest part of the day has passed.
Some of the animals will be winding down for the night, but others will have just awakened. It's such a unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of the more elusive nocturnal creatures!
Guests will also enjoy live music, themed activities, and carousel rides.
The final night of the event, August 14, puts the spotlight on elephants, taking visitors up close and personal with some of the zoo's most beloved residents.
The cost is $10.50 for adults, $8.50 for seniors, and $6.50 for children ages 2-14.
So if you're looking for a fun way to beat the heat this summer (and get acquainted with some seriously adorable animals while you're at it), Reid Park Zoo's Summer Safari Nights is the place to be.
Event hours are 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. on Saturday nights through August 14.
Visit the Reid Park Zoo website or Facebook page to learn more and/or purchase tickets.
Have you attended Summer Safari Nights yet this season? If so, what was the theme on the night you went? Tell us all about your experience in the comments, then check out our previous article to learn more about this incredible zoo.
Aside from wearing a cozy sweater, sipping cider, and watching the leaves change, one of our favorite things about Fall is going pumpkin picking. In addition to being a great way to ring in the seasonal weather, it's the perfect family activity. If you are in the Grand Canyon State, we suggest checking out this list of some of the best pumpkin patches in Arizona. As you'll soon learn, each of these Arizona pumpkin patches has what you need to carve the perfect jack-o-lantern and make your favorite fall treats.
If you're in Flagstaff and wonder, "Where can I find pumpkin patches near me?", Viola's is the place to go. Throughout October, Viola's Flower Garden transforms into Viola's Pumpkin Patch. There's a whole slew of activities from a pumpkin decorating station to a straw maze, carnival games, and over 20 varieties of pumpkins to choose from. Make sure to make a stop here this fall!
As for pumpkin patches near Prescott, you'll love visiting Mortimer Farms in nearby Dewey. The farm's annual Pumpkin Festival & Corn Maze will open on September 27 and close on October 27. The hours are 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. each day of the festival. When you go to what's considered one of the
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best pumpkin patches in Arizona , try your skills in the corn maze then go to the field to find your pumpkin. There's so much fun to be had at Mortimer Farms this fall!
Visit the Mortimer Farms website and follow the Mortimer Farms Facebook page for more information about admission and festival events.
If you want to visit one of the best pumpkin patches in Arizona, Schnepf Farms is the place to go. Starting in early October, you can partake in Schnepf Farm's Pumpkin & Chili party. There will be pig races, amusement rides, train rides, corn mazes, and, of course, pumpkins. As you'll see during your visit, this farm knows how to celebrate fall!
If you live in or are visiting Cochise County and are looking for " pumpkin patches near me," you can't go wrong with Apple Annie's Orchard. Sure, the word "apple" is in the name but that doesn't mean this farm isn't also known for its pumpkins and a variety of other fruits and vegetables! Apple Annie's has an impressive 40-acre pumpkin patch where you can discover (and pick) your perfect pumpkin from late September until the end of October. Now, how's that for ringing in the fall season?
Arizona pumpkin patches near Yuma, the Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch has been going strong since 2005. Sponsored by Champion Church and run by hundreds of volunteers, families can enjoy spending time outside while looking for a pumpkin. The dates for this pumpkin patch are the last three weekends of October from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Sundays.
From Friday, Sept. 27 through Thursday, Oct. 31st, Vertuccio Farms will host its annual Fall Festival complete with a corn maze and a pumpkin patch. So, if you're looking for 7 of 7
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Arizona pumpkin patches near Mesa, this is the farm to visit. The festival will also include a petting zoo, a massive slide, barrel train rides, carnival games, mini golf, and so much more!
If you're looking for more pumpkin patches near Phoenix, consider driving to the Rocker 7 Farm Patch in Buckeye. There is an admission price of $9 per person or $40 per family (up to 5 people) for the pumpkin patch but it's so worth it! We guarantee that upon laying your eyes on Rocker 7 Farm Patch you'll understand why it's one of the best pumpkin patches in Arizona.
Head to Rocker 7 Farm Patch Facebook page for more information about this family-friendly destination in Arizona.
Have you visited any of the best pumpkin patches in Arizona? Which place is your favorite? Feel free to let us know in the following comments section.
Along with checking out these Arizona pumpkin patches, how about spending the day apple picking too? For ideas of where to go, we recommend referring to our coverage of apple orchards in Arizona.
In preparation for the fall season, how about treating yourself to some new threads too? Hop on over to L.L. Bean sweaters to find something cozy to wear when you go pumpkin picking in Arizona.
While nature abounds all across Arizona, people tend to take day trips to places like Flagstaff, Sedona, the Grand Canyon, and Tucson. These, after all, are among the most popular spots around the state. However, suppose you'd prefer a more low-key, uncrowded place to enjoy nature. In that case, I suggest you take a family-friendly day trip in Arizona to The Colorado Nature Center in Bullhead City.
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Located in Bullhead City in Mohave County is a wonderful nature center and preserve that's worth bringing the family to on a day trip. Welcome to The Colorado River Nature Center.
The Colorado River Nature Center, or CRNC for short, covers an area of 500 acres. Its mission is to "provide a natural environment for low-impact recreation uses."
Here you will find a series of trails if you'd like to get a hike in. Just make sure you carry plenty of water with you along with sun protection, especially during the warmer months.
Another option is to lounge at the beach located on the shores of the Colorado River. This is a great place to spend the day and cool off in the water during the summer months. It's also quite popular too, so get here early!
As wildlife is abundant here, you will notice interpretive signage throughout the park. It's a great way to learn about the flora and fauna that call this place home.
If you have the time after a day at the lake and enjoying all the recreation you can, stick around for a perfect Arizona sunset. There's nothing quite like ending the day like this!
Have you ever taken a family-friendly day trip in Arizona to this nature center? For updates on the Colorado River Nature Center, visit the Bullhead City, Arizona, Government Facebook page as well as the Bullhead City, Arizona website.
Looking for a place to stay in Bullhead City, AZ? Take a look at this Riverfront Oasis Guest House, and book your reservation!
