During the Summer in Tucson it can be challenging to keep your children entertained while avoiding the searing temperatures. Here are some indoor and water-based activities that are sure to be a lifesaver this Summer.
Note: These activities are subject to change! Please use the links to check venue updates or contact information so that you can call to verify.
Museums:
Blue Star Museum Program for Active Military: All active duty, National Guard and Reserve military personnel and their families receive FREE entrance to participating museums from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Participating Tucson Museums:
Note: Not all of these are indoors, so consider going in the early morning or evening when it's cooler.
Bowling Programs:
Kids Bowl Free Program:Kids registered in the program receive 2 FREE games of bowling daily from May 1 through September 2 at participatingVantage Bowling Centers. Some age restrictions and shoe rental fees may apply. Go towww.kidsbowlfree.com and register for the bowling alley of your choice.Macaroni Kid Calendars:
Check your local Macaroni Kid calendars to find even more fun indoor activities. Northwest Tucson Macaroni Kid, East Tucson Macaroni Kid, and South Tucson Macaroni Kid.
Open Gyms:
Heart and Soul Gymnastics, Dance and Fitness: Come run, jump and tumble in our air conditioned state-of-the-art facility. One hour of of play is only $5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. See the calendar HERE for dates and times (Closed for summer break June 29-July 5th.) 8363 N. Oracle Rd. (in the complex with Gadabout), 520-818-7974
Trinity Dance & Gymnastics: The gymnastics studio is open for free-play for 90 minutes for only $7 (cash & check only). See schedule HERE (scroll down to the bottom right of the schedule.) 2950 W. Ina Rd., Suite 170 (behind L.A. Fitness), 520-797-8100
Pools and Splash Pads: See a listing of pools and splash pads in Northwest Tucson HERE.
Reading Programs:
Find local and online Summer reading programs HERE.
Find library and bookstore storytimes HERE.
Summer Camps:
Many local business and organizations offer fun and educational summer programs. Check out our Summer Fun Guide HERE. Note: Not all of these programs are indoors, but your kids will be sure to have a "cool" time regardless.
Summer Movie Programs:
Harkins Theatres Summer Movie Fun: Kids can enjoy a movie a week for 10 weeks for less than $1 per film. Choose a specific day of the week (Mon.-Fri. at 9:45 a.m.) that you will be going to the Summer Movie Fun movies, purchase the season ticket(s) at the movie theatre for only $5 each. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Arizona Pavilions 12, 5755 W. Arizona Pavilions Dr., 520-230-4730
Oracle View Summer Movie Club: There are two different movies each week. Movies are FREE for kids 10 and under; all other seats are only $2. Shows are Monday-Friday at 10:00 AM & 10:30 AM. See Summer Movie Club schedule HERE. 4690 N. Oracle Rd., 520-292-2430
For Evening Activities in Tucson click HERE
