We get it, you’re busy. It’s really hard finding new and exciting events to surprise your family with; you’re just trying to get by day by day, right? That’s why we put together a monthly rundown of some of the best family-friendly happenings in the Valley this month, from storytime to a Lego convention to an evening at the zoo with conservationists. There’s something for every age group and interest level.

2.14

Teddy Bear Storytime at The Peoria Main Library

This special storytime event at the Peoria Library is geared towards families with kids ages 2-6 who can’t make the typical daytime story events. An evening storytelling event is a perfect way to wind down the night with the kiddos, who are welcome to come in pajamas with teddy bears in tow. Free. 6 p.m. 8463 W Monroe St. Peoria, AZ; peoriapubliclibrary.org // @peoria_public_library

2.17

AZ Foster Kids Night of Giving at Enchanted Island Amusement Park

The folks at the Enchanted Island Amusement Park are donating all proceeds from tickets sold for three hours of unlimited rides for one special night benefitting the Arizonans for Children 2023 Foster Festival. Help out foster kids throughout Arizona and enjoy an evening full of family fun with plenty of rides. $15. 4:30 p.m. 1202 W Encanto Blvd. Phoenix, AZ; enchantedisland.com // @enchantedislandamusementpark

2.18

Uncle Gerry Benefit Concert at Roadrunner Park

Described as a “tiny Woodstock of family fun,” this special fundraiser for the Music Together childhood music program is an outdoor celebration featuring a live performance from beloved children’s musician Uncle Gerry. He’ll be leading singalongs of songs from the Music Together collections and beyond, giving your kids a chance to enjoy some outdoor music in the park. $20. 4 p.m. 3502 E Cactus Rd. Phoenix, AZ; musictogetherinphx.com // @musictogetherphx

2.18-19

Brick Fest Live at Bell Bank Park

One-of-a-kind touring Lego festival Brick Fest Live stops through Mesa for one weekend only this month, bringing along plenty of hands-on attractions, meet and greet opportunities, family-friendly activities and more. Expect Lego derby races, massive murals you and your family can help contribute to and even a giant brick pit filled with 200,000 Lego bricks. $16.99+. Saturday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. 1 Legacy Dr. Mesa, AZ; bellbankpark.com // @bellbankpark

2.24

Conservation Science Night at the Phoenix Zoo

Your family has the chance to meet real conservation scientists at this special kid-friendly night out at the Phoenix Zoo, celebrating the ACNC’s conservation efforts to help save animals in Arizona and beyond. There will be plenty of interactive demonstrations, activities and even something called “ferret bootcamp,” which you’ll just have to show up to understand. Free. 6 p.m. 455 N Galvin Pkwy. Phoenix, AZ; phoenixzoo.org // @phoenixzoo

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