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Homeschool & family fun around Tucson, AZ

Homeschool programs, free outings and family events across Tucson and Pima County, each checked with the museum, county, city or library page.

22current listings
17with upcoming dates
15free or no fee listed
14good for little kids (2–4)

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Tap a date to see that day's events. Only listings with set dates appear here; places you can visit any open day are listed further down.

Resources

Library perks

Library perks for Pima County Public Library cardholders.

Getting a card: Sign up at any Pima County Public Library branch.

Full details, rules and sources (1 passes)

Library card: free Culture Passes to Tucson museums

Pima County Public Library · Tucson (Any Pima County library)
LibraryFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangement

Check out a Culture Pass at any Pima County library for free admission for two people. Tucson venues include Children's Museum Tucson, Reid Park Zoo, Tucson Botanical Gardens, Tucson Museum of Art, MOCA Tucson, Flandrau Science Center, Tohono Chul Park and the Arizona History Museum. You can check out one pass per household per week and up to two per 30 days.

  • When: Year-round, first come first served
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free with a library card
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Ask at the service desk of any library. Passes cannot be reserved and must be used within 7 days.
  • Proof of homeschool: Valid full-service Pima County Public Library card (Pima County residents)

⚠️ Passes are not valid for most special events (such as light shows). The Desert Museum pass is only offered May 1–Sept 30.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.
Local homeschool resources & groups
Homeschool co-ops & classesHomeschool days, discounts & library programs
Check before you go. We copy details from each venue's own page and show when we last checked. Where a page doesn't say something, we write "Not listed on source" instead of guessing. Dates sell out and programs change, so confirm with the venue.

The Good for little kids (2–4) marker means the venue's own page lists something for toddlers or preschoolers, such as a toddler storytime or free entry for the youngest kids. It's our planning note, not the venue's.

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Halloween events (5 listings)

Carnivals, festivals, corn mazes & spooky outings

Halloween and fall events around Tucson, checked on the venue's, county's or library's page on Oct 23, 2026. Haunted attractions and adults-only events are left out. Look for the Good for little kids (2–4) marker for early, toddler-friendly options.

Night of Fright at Pima Air & Space Museum

Pima Air & Space Museum · Tucson (Valencia Rd, southeast Tucson · East & Southeast Tucson)
Halloween eventNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)East & Southeast Tucson

Trick-or-treating stations, kid-friendly activities, live performers (hoop workshop, aerialists and a fire show) and Halloween fun among the aircraft. Costumes are encouraged.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 5–8 p.m.
  • Price: Free to enter with a $25 parking pass per vehicle
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Buy a parking pass in advance. All guests must arrive together in a vehicle with a pass. There is no walk-in or drop-off entry, including rideshare.
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Halloween STEAM

Pima County Public Library, Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr Library · Tucson (Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr · Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Wed, Oct 28Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks

A Halloween STEAM program with pumpkins, candy and crafts. No registration, but space is limited.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Oct 28, 2026

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  • When: Wed Oct 28, 2026
  • Time: 3–4 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Kids ages 6–12
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Halloween Crafternoon

Pima County Public Library, Dewhirst-Catalina Library · Tucson (Dewhirst-Catalina · Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Oct 30Good for little kids (2–4)Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks

Make Halloween crafts from several stations available through the afternoon.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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  • When: Fri Oct 30, 2026
  • Time: 1–4:30 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages (the library lists kids, tweens, teens and family)
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Halloween Party at Joel D. Valdez Main Library

Pima County Public Library, Joel D Valdez Main Library · Tucson (Joel D Valdez Main · Central Tucson & Downtown)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Oct 30Central Tucson & Downtown

A crafty Halloween party with three stations: clay figurines, diamond art pumpkins and scratch art bats.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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  • When: Fri Oct 30, 2026
  • Time: 4–5 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: For teens (13+). The library lists teens (14–18).
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Halloween Craft Event

Pima County Public Library, Nanini Library · Tucson (Nanini · Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks

Make a spell in a vial, a mini Halloween world in a jar and a spooky mask, and mix slime with eyeballs. Snacks are served while supplies last. No registration needed.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trick-or-treating (6 listings)

Trunk-or-treats & Halloween-night neighborhoods

Halloween falls on Saturday, Oct 31, 2026. Trick-or-treat, trunk-or-treat and costume events from Friday, Oct 23 through Halloween, checked Oct 23, 2026.

Trunk-or-treats & trick-or-treat events, Oct 23–31

Bigger Halloween events that also have trick-or-treating (listed under Halloween events): Night of Fright at Pima Air & Space Museum (Sat, Oct 24).

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Annual Halloween Spooktacular at Ellie Towne Community Center

Ellie Towne Community Center (Pima County Parks) · Tucson (Northwest Tucson · Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks)
Trick-or-treatPrice not listedNext: Fri, Oct 23Good for little kids (2–4)Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks

Pima County Parks and Recreation's annual Halloween Spooktacular.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 23, 2026

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  • When: Fri Oct 23, 2026
  • Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ The county calendar lists only the name, place and time. Price and activities are not posted there.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trunk or Treat at Picture Rocks Community Center

Picture Rocks Community Center (Pima County Parks) · Tucson (Picture Rocks · Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks)
Trick-or-treatPrice not listedNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks

Pima County Parks and Recreation's Trunk or Treat.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 6:30–8 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ The county calendar lists only the name, place and time. Price and activities are not posted there.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Toddler Storytime- Halloween Edition!

Pima County Public Library, Nanini Library · Tucson (Nanini · Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Tue, Oct 27Good for little kids (2–4)Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks

A not-scary Halloween toddler storytime, then a costume parade through the library with non-edible goodies. Bring a trick-or-treat bag and come in costume.

Upcoming dates: Tue, Oct 27, 2026

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  • When: Tue Oct 27, 2026
  • Time: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Toddlers (18–36 months)
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

5th Annual Halloween Spooktacular at Robles Ranch Community Center

Robles Ranch Community Center (Pima County Parks) · Tucson (West of Tucson · West, South & Southwest Tucson, Sahuarita & Green Valley)
Trick-or-treatPrice not listedNext: Fri, Oct 30Good for little kids (2–4)West, South & Southwest Tucson, Sahuarita & Green Valley

Pima County Parks and Recreation's fifth annual Halloween Spooktacular.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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  • When: Fri Oct 30, 2026
  • Time: 6–8 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ The county calendar lists only the name, place and time. Price and activities are not posted there.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Special Event: Costume Storytime & Parade

Pima County Public Library, Murphy-Wilmot Library · Tucson (Murphy-Wilmot · East & Southeast Tucson)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Fri, Oct 30Good for little kids (2–4)East & Southeast Tucson

A costume storytime with kid-friendly ghosts and pumpkins, then a costume parade around the library to collect treats.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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  • When: Fri Oct 30, 2026
  • Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Families with babies through kids ages 6–8
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Spooky Storytime & Trick-or-Treat!

Pima County Public Library, Martha Cooper Library · Tucson (Martha Cooper · Central Tucson & Downtown)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Central Tucson & Downtown

Come to storytime in costume, make a holiday craft, then trick-or-treat around the library for snacks and prizes.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Families with young children
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool days & classes (3 listings)

Code Club for Tweens and Teens: Homeschool Edition

Pima County Public Library, Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr Library · Tucson (Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr · Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Wed, Oct 28Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks

A free, hands-on coding club for homeschoolers: learn variables, loops, conditionals and debugging, with each learner on their own coding account. The library says you do not have to be a homeschooler to join. Right now the group is learning beginning game development.

Upcoming dates: Wed, Oct 28, 2026; Wed, Nov 4, 2026; Wed, Nov 18, 2026; Wed, Dec 2, 2026; Wed, Dec 9, 2026; Wed, Dec 16, 2026; Wed, Dec 23, 2026; Wed, Dec 30, 2026

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  • When: Wed Oct 28, Wed Nov 4, Wed Nov 18, Wed Dec 2, Wed Dec 9, Wed Dec 16, Wed Dec 23 and Wed Dec 30, 2026
  • Time: 11 a.m.–noon
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Ages 8 and up (the library lists tweens and teens)
  • Booking: Reserve a spot through the registration link on the event page. There are 8 computers, and wired headphones are required (some are available to borrow).

⚠️ The library asks for an email (the learner's or a parent's) to set up each coding account.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool Day at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum · Tucson (Tucson Mountains (west) · West, South & Southwest Tucson, Sahuarita & Green Valley)
Zoo & botanic gardenOngoing / by arrangementWest, South & Southwest Tucson, Sahuarita & Green Valley

A day for homeschool families with learners ages 3–18. The museum offers free explorer's guides and a free We Bee Scientists science curriculum for K–5. A live animal program runs at 12:30 p.m. every day and is free with admission.

  • When: Last posted day was Wed Oct 21, 2026. No next date is posted yet.
  • Time: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on the posted day
  • Price: $8 per child and $12 per adult on Homeschool Day. Members and children 2 and under are free.
  • Ages: Learners ages 3–18
  • Booking: No advance tickets. Pay at the front ticket window and say you are a homeschool family.

⚠️ The page shows only the Oct 21 date, which has passed. Check the museum's page for the next Homeschool Day before you plan a trip.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Pima Air & Space: free admission for Pima County homeschool groups

Pima Air & Space Museum · Tucson (Valencia Rd, southeast Tucson · East & Southeast Tucson)
MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementEast & Southeast Tucson

Homeschool groups based in Pima County get free student admission and free chaperones within the museum's ratio (1 per 5 students in grades K–3, 1 per 10 in grades 4–12). The visit is self-guided through all 6 hangars and the outdoor displays, with timed entry.

  • When: Year-round except March; book at least 7 days ahead
  • Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. (last entry 1:30 p.m.)
  • Price: Free for students and chaperones within the ratio for Pima County groups. Extra chaperones are $18.25.
  • Ages: Students ages 5–18, in a group of 10 or more
  • Booking: Book through the museum's online booking system at least 7 days ahead. Only one group can book each time slot.

⚠️ Groups outside Pima County pay $5 per student and chaperone. Students may not bring backpacks into the museum.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Free outings (2 listings)

Discovery Nights: free Thursday evenings at Children's Museum Tucson

Children's Museum Tucson · Tucson (Downtown Tucson · Central Tucson & Downtown)
Children's museumFree (per source)Next: Thu, Oct 29Good for little kids (2–4)Central Tucson & Downtown

Museum admission is free every Thursday from 5–7 p.m. Each night has a hands-on activity. Upcoming nights: Oct 29 Game Night, and during November, Literacy Month nights with author visits (Nov 5, 12 and 19), each with a free book while supplies last. A contribution is welcome but not required.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Oct 29, 2026; Thu, Nov 5, 2026; Thu, Nov 12, 2026; Thu, Nov 19, 2026

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  • When: Thursdays, 5–7 p.m. (Oct 29, Nov 5, 12 and 19 are listed)
  • Time: 5–7 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Families with children
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ The page lists activities only through Nov 19. It says Discovery Nights run every Thursday.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Tucson Museum of Art: kids under 17 free, pay-what-you-wish first Fridays

Tucson Museum of Art · Tucson (Downtown Tucson · Central Tucson & Downtown)
MuseumFree (per source)Next: Fri, Nov 6Central Tucson & Downtown

Visitors under age 17 are always free. On the first Friday of every month, admission for everyone is pay-what-you-wish during regular museum hours.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 6, 2026; Fri, Dec 4, 2026

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  • When: Wed–Sun, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Pay-what-you-wish: Fri Nov 6 and Fri Dec 4
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free for under 17. Adults $15 on regular days, pay-what-you-wish on first Fridays.
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ The page states first Fridays "every month". The two dates here follow that rule.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Family & holiday events through Jan 3, 2027 (5 listings)

LightsUp! A Festival of Illumination

Tucson Botanical Gardens · Tucson (Alvernon Way · Central Tucson & Downtown)
Holiday lightsPrice not listedOpens Fri, Nov 27 · through Sun, Jan 3Good for little kids (2–4)Central Tucson & Downtown

A holiday light show with more than 1 million lights, dancing trees and luminarias. It is open Tuesday through Sunday. Last ticket sold at 9 p.m.

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  • When: Tue–Sun, Nov 27, 2026–Jan 10, 2027
  • Time: 6–9:30 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Tickets are sold online or at the door, but the event sells out. The Gardens recommend reserving ahead.

⚠️ The event page does not list ticket prices. The run continues to Jan 10, past the end of this site's listings.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Downtown Parade of Lights & Festival

Jácome Plaza and El Presidio, Downtown Tucson · Tucson (Downtown Tucson · Central Tucson & Downtown)
ParadeFree (per source)Next: Sat, Dec 5Good for little kids (2–4)Central Tucson & Downtown

A holiday festival at Jácome Plaza with food trucks, a holiday market and photo stations starting at 3 p.m. The Parade of Lights begins at 6:30 p.m. through the El Presidio neighborhood. Free garages and lots are nearby.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 5, 2026

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  • When: Sat Dec 5, 2026
  • Time: 3–8 p.m. (parade at 6:30 p.m.)
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul

Tohono Chul · Tucson (Northwest Tucson · Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks)
Holiday lightsNext: Sat, Dec 5Good for little kids (2–4)Northwest: Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina & Picture Rocks

Garden paths aglow with lights, live music, festive food and drinks, holiday shopping and Santa visits. Dec 4 is a Members' Night only.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 5, 2026; Sun, Dec 6, 2026; Fri, Dec 11, 2026; Sat, Dec 12, 2026; Sun, Dec 13, 2026; Fri, Dec 18, 2026; Sat, Dec 19, 2026; Sun, Dec 20, 2026

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  • When: Dec 5–6, 11–13 and 18–20, 2026
  • Time: 6–9 p.m.
  • Price: General $25, youth (ages 2–17) $10, under 2 free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ The page says more details, including entertainment and tickets, are coming soon.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Paint Holiday Ornaments at Quincie Douglas Library

Pima County Public Library, Quincie Douglas Library · Tucson (Quincie Douglas · West, South & Southwest Tucson, Sahuarita & Green Valley)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Dec 12West, South & Southwest Tucson, Sahuarita & Green Valley

Paint ornaments for the holiday season with a local artist.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 12, 2026

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  • When: Sat Dec 12, 2026
  • Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: For teens (13+) and adults. The library lists teens (14–18) and adults.
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Winterhaven Festival of Lights

Winterhaven neighborhood · Tucson (Country Club Rd & Fort Lowell Rd · Central Tucson & Downtown)
Holiday lightsFree (per source)Opens Sat, Dec 12 · through Sat, Dec 26Good for little kids (2–4)Central Tucson & Downtown

The 77th year of the neighborhood light display, held since 1949. Admission is free, with donation stations for the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. Parking is at partner businesses, schools and churches, not on residential streets.

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  • When: Nightly Dec 12–26, 2026
  • Time: 6–10 p.m.
  • Price: Free (donations to the Community Food Bank are encouraged)
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.