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Forecast Predicts: 100% Chance of Snow at Arizona Science Center
Local Science Center’s Annual Snow Week Event Returns to Downtown Phoenix this December
PHOENIX, December 16, 2024 – A cold front is moving towards Phoenix and it’s headed straight towards Arizona Science Center for the return of its 13th Annual Snow Week from Thursday, Dec. 26 through Wednesday, Jan. 1. With a blizzard of activities, Arizona Science Center blends curiosities for learning with the icy fun of snow, creating a science-filled winter wonderland in the heart of the desert. From the Snow Hill to subzero science and flurries of demonstrations, Snow Week offers the perfect spot for a family outing to keep the holiday spirit alive.
Throughout the week, Guests can participate in snowy favorites including sledding down the Snow Hill, enjoying live dazzling demonstrations, exploring an avalanche of STEAM-themed activities, building in the SnowPal Construction Zone, catching the Snow Week-exclusive Fire n’ Ice SNOWdown and more. Plus, CREATE at Arizona Science Center® will open at 9:30 a.m. throughout Snow Week to delve deeper into the wonders of snow through hands-on crafts.
WHO: Arizona Science Center’s Snow Week
WHAT: 13th Annual Snow Week, a snowy scientific event in Downtown Phoenix
WHERE: Arizona Science Center
600 E Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024 – Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025
Member-Only Hours: 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. daily
Public Hours: 10:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. daily
COST: Snow Week activities are included FREE with all Arizona Science Center Memberships, General Admission and All-Inclusive tickets. Children under 3 are always FREE.
General Admission:
Adult (18+): $22.95
Child (3-17): $16.95
Military, Students & Seniors (62+): $20.95
3 and Under: Always Free
DETAILS: Snow Week daily activities included with Arizona Science Center Memberships, General Admission and All-Inclusive tickets:
Snow Hill: Grab your gloves and sleds and head over to Snow Hill located in Heritage Square outside the main entrance of the Science Center.
Dazzling Demonstrations: Enjoy Blue Crew’s Dazzling Demonstrations at the Daniel Cracchiolo Theater at select times throughout the day beginning at 10:20 a.m.
Science of Ice and Snow Curiosity Cart Activities: From snowball launches and ice fishing to winter scent guessing and Insta snow, the curiosity cart is filled with captivating activities to get your brainstorming.
SnowPals Construction Zone: Grab your hard hat and put your building skills to the test in the SnowPals Construction Zone located at DeBell Water Atrium on level 1.
Clouds of Fun: Have you ever wondered what happens when boiling water meets liquid nitrogen? We’ve got the answer at Clouds of Fun located outside the main entrance of Arizona Science Center.
Fire n’ Ice SNOWdown: Learn all about what happens when fire and ice meet at the Daniel Cracchiolo Theater daily at 11:20 a.m. and 2:20 p.m.
Chill Zone: Located on level 3's SRP Canyon Terrace, ‘Yule’ love these reindeer games! Spend some quality time with your crew while you explore giant bowling, life-size chess, corn-hole and Connect Four.
For more information about Snow Week and Arizona Science Center, visit azscience.org/snowweek.
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About Arizona Science Center
Located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona Science Center features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, a five-story giant-screen theater, live demonstrations, traveling exhibitions, and exciting science programs. The Center offers programs for all ages, including Science on Wheels, CAMP INNOVATION, Teen programs, Professional Development, and Adults’ Night Out: Science With A Twist. Whether onsite or at your location–get ready to embark on a hands-on STEM learning journey you’ll never forget. To learn more or to reserve tickets, visit azscience.org or call 602.716.2000.