PHOENIX — As temperatures in Phoenix seem to be climbing on a ladder with a destination to the sun, being outside during summer months doesn’t seem so appealing. However, even with triple-digit heat, there are still many fun activities for you and your friends and family to do.
Check out this list of fun things to do in Phoenix this summer:
- The Musical Instrument Museum is an internationally recognized museum right in our own backyard. Stay out of Arizona’s heat and learn about the wonderful world of music.
- The Phoenix Art Museum hosts events like “Family Afternoon“ and “Stroller Tour Tuesday“ for the little ones. The craze about this place has been centered around one of their current exhibitions that looks you’re standing in a swarm of fireflies.
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The Arizona Science Center is another fun way to spend the way with the family. The science center also offers a discounted pass during the summer.
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The OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale brings the ocean to Arizona and offers events and interactive experiences for all ages. The aquarium just recently introduced their newest member: Mighty Mike, “the largest alligator in the country on display outside of the state of Florida,“ according to the website.
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Phoenix is home to many fun indoor trampoline parks.Try the Ninja Warrior course at SkyZone Phoenix .
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Altitude is another trampoline park in Phoenix that has a climbing rock wall, gymnastic tumble tracks and more!
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Go Go Kart Racing at Octane Raceway or Go Kart Racing Phoenix and get your racing fix in. Whether you’re a racing enthusiast or you just want to school some people on the track, these raceways offer fun activities for the whole family.
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Another thrilling, adrenaline-driven activity is indoor skydiving at iFly Phoenix. Instructors walk you through step-by-step, then you step inside the wind tunnel and fly! Check out pricing here.
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Grab your ice chest and sunscreen, and take it down to the Salt River. One of the most popular ways to enjoy those blistering, hot summer days is to spend the day tubing with a group of friends. There are three float trip options: 2-hour, 3-hour or 5-hour long rides and you can bring some snacks, drinks and a speaker to just sit back and relax while you float down the river.
