Due to forecasted storms, free sand for sandbags is now available on a first-come, first-serve basis at nine City of Phoenix parks.
Event Activities
Nature Fest PHX has so much to offer that there’s sure to be something just right for your family!
Want to return to nature on November 14th? Nature Fest PHX has some great options for your family:
Learn more about the activities!
8am – River Clean Up! Participate in a river clean up and watch how your actions give a big boost to our river!
No need to sign up, just show up and join in!
9:50 a.m. and 11:50 a.m. - Plant for Pollinators! Join the City of Phoenix Parks Department to plant small native plants that will help our pollinator friends in Phoenix. With plant sizes just 1 to 3-gallons, even your little ones can help put some plants in the ground for our butterflies, birds, and bees.
No need to sign up, just show up and join in
Volunteer to Help at Nature Fest PHX!
Do you want to be part of making the magic happen at Nature Fest PHX? There are a variety of volunteer opportunities that help this event run smoothly. Sign up and join the team!
Nature Fest PHX Photo Spot
Drop by the photo spot to find a beautiful river backdrop, perfect for photos. Plus take advantage of the fun props there for individual or family photos. Not great at selfies? No worries, we'll have staff there to take photos for you on your device!
Share it on social media and let your friends know there's no need for FOMO, - they can head right over and catch the fun for themselves from 9am-1pm!
Community Partners
With over 40 community partner exhibitors, browse the tables to learn more about conservation in Arizona and how your family plays a part in supporting nature in our urban area! Want to know if your favorite conservation organization will be there? Check out this list of the fabulous organizations who will be at the event!
Nature Fest Urban Explorer
Complete the Urban Explorer Program by picking up a booklet at the Info Table and visiting all of our community partner tables and win a prize!
Prizes include milkweed plants, nature-themed activity book with crayons, monarch squishie, Nature Fest PHX stickers, and more. Visit the prize table in the Nature Nook with your completed booklet to claim yours. But don't wait too long - some of these prizes are sure to go fast!
