Name: Trick-or-Treat at the Children's Museum of Phoenix
Start: 2026-10-30
End: 2026-10-31

Our hands-on, interactive exhibits are designed to engage the minds, muscles and imaginations of children up to age 10 and the grown-ups who care about them. Climb to new heights in the Climber, navigate your way through Noodle Forest, or build a fort in Building Big. These are just a few of the adventures that await you at the Children's Museum of Phoenix. We're open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday (plus Mondays in June and July). The Museum is an ideal location for your next party or corporate event. Our unique facility accommodates any type of gathering from formal sit-down dinners and cocktail shindigs to themed birthday bashes! We can put you in contact with performers to entertain your mind, caterers to scintillate your tongue and ideas to amaze you.

Children's Museum of Phoenix

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AC Hotel Phoenix North Norterra

Element Phoenix North Norterra is a new Marriott hotel in North Phoenix offering a fresh, modern stay experience in the heart of the Norterra district. Designed to deliver the feel of a larger resort experience with curated amenities, social spaces, and recreation all conveniently connected in one destination, the hotel blends wellness-focused accommodations with the comfort and flexibility today’s travelers are looking for. Guests can enjoy a relaxing pool experience, outdoor gathering spaces, pickleball court, Topgolf Swing Suites, and convenient access to shopping, dining, hiking, and entertainment throughout North Phoenix. Perfect for business travel, social events, and Phoenix weddings, the hotel features flexible meeting and event space including a modern ballroom designed for celebrations, corporate gatherings, and special occasions. Connected to AC Hotel Phoenix North Norterra, guests enjoy a seamless dual-brand Marriott experience with elevated amenities, modern dining, and thoughtfully designed spaces for both work and relaxation.

Element Phoenix North Norterra

Enjoy water-side refreshment at the Cascades Café, located in The Falls Water Village at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. This charming outdoor café serves a selection of healthy salads and sandwiches and features full bar service with a well-rounded list of modern, hand-crafted cocktails. Paired with a scenic waterfront setting, Cascades Café will be a daily favorite during your Phoenix vacation.

Cascades Café at Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Designed to capture the Arizona desert landscape, the dining room is rich and inviting with stunning panoramic mountain views with the city lights glowing below. Reservations Recommended 602-866-6350 Perched on a mountaintop 1,800 feet above the city, Different Pointe of View combines the finest American cuisine with Mediterranean influences, breathtaking views and outstanding service to create one of the Valley's finest dinner dining experiences. The menu is based on innovative flavors and is prepared with fresh herbs and vegetables. For sampling of the restaurant's very best, a Chef's Tasting Menu with wine pairings is offered. The patios offer romantic views while The Terrace Room lounge is ideal for cocktails or after-dinner cordials.

Different Pointe of View at Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

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Pointe In Tyme at Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Central to many local area attractions and seasonal events, Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort offers both convenience and value. Explore our amenities and services available to include The Falls Water Village, boasting two pools, cascading waterfalls and a water slide. Have it made in the shade in a private poolside cabana or take in the landscape from a hot plunge whirlpool. Take a dip in your choice of five additional pools tucked away throughout the property. Tee up and play the highest tee in Phoenix while admiring spectacular views of the Phoenix North Mountain Preserve at our championship 18-hole course, Lookout Mountain Golf Club. Relax with a luxurious spa or beauty treatment at Tocaloma Spa & Salon. Challenge your partner to a game of tennis or pickleball while the kids enjoy a range of fun poolside activities available during spring and summer. Hike the nearby surrounding mountain trails. Choose from a variety of on-site dining options such as poolside cocktails at Cascades Café; breakfast, lunch and dinner at Pointe In Tyme; Starbucks Coffee lobby bar; and fine dining featuring modern American cuisine with Mediterranean influences at the award-winning Different Pointe of View. We also offer versatile event facilities for weddings, social and corporate functions.

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Cambria Hotel North Scottsdale Desert Ridge is a full service unique and stylish hotel with features that guests enjoy. Conveniently located off the Loop 101 and Tatum, near an array of restaurants, shopping, attractions, hiking, golfing and spring training stadiums. The complimentary shuttle will take our guests to local eateries and shopping. The lobby and Social Circle restaurant has a welcoming and approachable feel. Our restaurant serves tastefully prepared breakfasts, dinners and Happy Hour. The poolside patio has an engaging fireplace to sit back and enjoy, while sipping a favorite beverage. The accessible grab and go market offers a mix of fun and healthy choices. Cambria rooms have wood flooring, complimentary Keurig coffee makers, mini refrigerators and microwaves. We delight in our comfortable 'floating beds' which enhance a great night’s sleep. Complimentary use of a 24-hour state of the art fitness center. We extend complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, even in our 2,390 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space. Think of us for your next meeting or event; we offer full-service catering options. Our team cares about our guest experience. Phoenix/Scottsdale Cambria will do whatever it takes to make every guest smile because everybody is somebody.

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The award-winning Café Allegro at MIM serves a changing menu of great-tasting foods prepared from scratch, using fresh, local ingredients. Stations feature global cuisine, local and regional dishes, grilled specialties, freshly made soups and salads, and delicious desserts. The casual self-serve environment provides a unique museum dining experience, boasting dishes alive with flavor and nutrition. Café Allegro also offers vegetarian, vegan, international, and kid-friendly options, appealing to a wide variety of tastes.

Café Allegro at MIM

Explore the world’s music and cultures at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM). MIM takes you on a journey around the world, deep into the heart of human creativity. Rated Phoenix’s #1 attraction by TripAdvisor, MIM displays more than 5,300 musical instruments and objects from every corner of the globe. MIM’s five Geographic Galleries showcase global music and cultures through multimedia that allows you to hear, see, and feel the creative spirit of people as they play their instruments. In the Experience Gallery, bang a gong, strum a Peruvian harp, try your hand at the theremin, and have fun making some music on global instruments similar to ones on display throughout the museum. Visit the Artist Gallery to get a close-up look at instruments and memorabilia from influential artists, such as Madonna, Ravi Shankar, Carlos Santana, Clara Rockmore, Johnny Cash, Maroon 5, and more. The acoustically superb MIM Music Theater offers an intimate, 300-seat setting to enjoy live performances year-round by renowned and emerging artists from around the world. Plan your visit at MIM.org.

Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)

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As You Wish Pottery is a great place to flex your creative muscle and have some fun. Team members provide paints, brushes, expert assistance and anything else you need to release your inner artist. As You Wish offers step-by-step technique classes for all ages, as well as providing the perfect place to make your next birthday party or field trip extra colorful.

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It's time to go beyond. Follow trails that reveal mighty mountaintops. Wander among iconic landscapes beneath picture-perfect skies. Let the Sonoran Desert be your guide to limitless adventure.

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Halloween fun starts at the Children's Museum of Phoenix! Bring the kids for a costumed celebration full of trick-or-treating, dancing, and imaginative play.

Costumes are optional but strongly encouraged!

Featured Activities

- Trick-or-Treat through the Museum: Explore all three floors of exhibits as you collect treats and treasures.
- Halloween Dance Party: Groove to spooky tunes out on the dance floor.
- Fashion Fright Show: Showcase your creative costumes!
- Spooky Slime: Put a spooky twist on one of our most loved programs! Stop by and design, mix, and take home your own slime.
- Halloween Photo Opportunities: Capture memories with our festive backdrop.

Admission: FREE with paid Museum admission of $19 per person. As always, Museum members and children under age 1 are free.

Important Notes:

- Treats available while supplies last.
- Please bring your own trick-or-treat bag or basket.
- Please leave prop weapons and complete face-covering masks at home.

Come ready for a boo-tiful day of learning, laughing, and making magical Halloween memories!

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