Phoenix offers a lot of fun and entertaining attractions, from family activities to desert adventures you have quite a list of things to do in Phoenix to keep you busy. However, you may want to save up a few bucks and also take advantage of the free things to do in Phoenix while you are there! So here is a list of free activities to do in Phoenix to fill up your schedule.
Free Outdoors Attractions in Phoenix
Nature is always the first thing that comes to mind when looking for free things to do. Hiking is a great way to plan a fun day without spending more than gas money to take you there. Camelback Mountain close to Phoenix has two major hiking trails – the Echo Canyon Trail and the Cholla Trail – which are not always easy, and can be quite steep. But if you are able and have the physical condition to do some serious hiking, you will enjoy the great views of Phoenix on these trails. There are also a few rock climbing sites close to the trails.
Encanto Park can be another fun nature escape. There are paddle boats you can rent (obviously not free) but you can also plan a fun afternoon or a family picnic and bring a badminton game or foot ball, plan a afternoon of outdoor games!
Free Cultural Attractions in Phoenix
Phoenix also has plenty of free cultural activities. A fun and free way to experience some art and culture are Art galleries, opening nights are often free too, and you can enjoy the art pieces while sipping on a glass of wine and munch on some little bite size appetizers. Museums often have a free day per month or even per week. The Children Museum for example is free every first Friday of the month from 6pm to 10 pm.
Phoenix organizes quite often festivals on weekends. Those festivals can be art festivals, or Native American cultural events. You can attend them for free. Try to find a community calendar for Phoenix, it gives you all the information you need about the festivals in and around Phoenix.
As off 2010, the public libraries of Phoenix County are organizing a culture pass program. By presenting your library card you can get a culture pass, which gives you free access to various cultural institutions. The passes are free. And if you don’t have a library card you can sign up for one, for free!
Phoenix also presents a fun nightlife. So instead of paying cover charge, check out the venue of open mic coffee shops and small bars and discover the talents of new musicians.
As you can see, you have a large choice of attractions in Phoenix to make your visit full and entertaining. Have fun!
