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Fry's Free Weekend

Fry’s Free Weekend Returns

Free Admission Courtesy of Fry's Food Stores
September 7 - 8, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Discover a world of science, history, and imagination with the whole family with FREE GENERAL ADMISSION courtesy of Fry’s Food Stores on September 7 and 8. The weekend also marks the closing weekend of OceanXperience—an immersive, one-of-a-kind, adventure-driven traveling exhibition designed to raise awareness for the world’s oceans. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the depths of the ocean before this exhibition sets sail.

Preregistration for Fry's Free Weekend is Sold Out. Walks are welcome And we will do our best to get you into the science center. Please be prepared to wait outside for one hour or more as large crowds are expected and pre-registration guests will be given priority entrance. 

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$5 Add-On Experiences

  • Films in the Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater
  • OceanXperience
  • Evans Family SkyCycle
  • CREATE Makerspace Pop-Up Activities.

Special Membership Offer

  • In honor of our 40th Anniversary, enjoy 40% off all memberships Insider Plus and above purchased during Fry’s Free Weekend! That means an Insider Plus membership is only $99!

Fry’s Free Weekend Pro Tips

  • Large crowds are anticipated. Be prepared to wait outside for 45 minutes or more.
  • Save time in line and secure tickets in advance at AzScience.org
  • Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated.
  • Use of Rideshare or public transit is strongly encouraged.
  • Parking is available at the Heritage & Science Park Garage is conveniently located at the southeast corner of North Fifth Street and East Monroe Street. Bring your parking pass inside the Science Center for validation.

Equipment rentals are generously supported by CRE8ive Event Rentals, Inc.

Reserve Your Tickets Today

It's going to be a big weekend you don't want to miss! Select dates Sept 7 or 8 to receive free entry!

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