Looking for outdoor things to do with kids in Phoenix beyond the usual hikes and playgrounds? This list rounds up all the ideas mentioned in our Beyond Hikes & Parks post — perfect for families who want variety, animals, history, trains, farms, and hands-on outdoor fun. For a fun weekend try: ✔️Exploring along the Salt River or Verde River ✔️Desert camping around Phoenix ✔️Visiting Superstition Farm, Desert Mirage Alpacas, or Honeybrook Farm ✔️Visiting Boyce Thompson Arboretum or Desert Botanica

MASSIVE FOOD FESTIVAL IN ARIZONA! 🔥@foodielandphoenix is one of the largest food festivals in the country and it’s coming to Arizona for the last time this year so you don’t want to miss it! With over 200 vendors there are so many fun and delicious eats and drinks to try! Plus there will be games, performances and free parking! Make sure to grab your tickets early online! Comment below if you are planning on coming to FoodieLand Phoenix! EVENT DETAILS: - October 10-12, 2025 - Phoenix Raceway (7