Parks, gardens, and outdoor admissions. 5 sources, linked on each listing. Newest verification Oct 18, 2026.
Phoenix · Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 · Entertainment
Pay $5, $10, $15 or any amount for garden admission. November programming (10 a.m.–2 p.m.): Harvesting Desert Flavors.
When: Second Tuesday monthly — next Nov 10, 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
Source: Desert Botanical GardenLast verified:
Phoenix · Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 · Senior, Military & Student Discounts
Active military personnel get free general admission with a valid government ID. Children under 2 are always free.
When: Ongoing
Source: Desert Botanical GardenLast verified:
Phoenix · City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation · City of Phoenix desert parks and preserves · Fitness
Hike Right PHX is a free monthly hiking group run by Phoenix Parks and Recreation for all experience levels, with a focus on safe hiking. Registration required. Phoenix has 41,000+ acres of desert parks and preserves and 200+ miles of trails.
When: Monthly
Source: City of Phoenix Parks and RecreationLast verified:
Statewide (Arizona) · Arizona State Parks and Trails · Arizona state parks · Parks & Outdoors
Active-duty military, reserves and National Guard get 50% off day-use entrance. Retired military and service-disabled veterans (under 100%) also get 50% off, and 100% disabled veterans get a free day-use pass. The discount covers up to three accompanying adults; camping and reservation fees are excluded. Pick up a discount card at most parks or the central Phoenix office.
When: Ongoing
Source: Arizona State Parks and TrailsLast verified:
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Nationwide · National Park Service · All NPS sites that charge an entrance fee · Entertainment
Entrance fees are waived at fee-charging national parks. Starting in 2026, free days apply to US citizens and residents only.
When: Oct 27 (Theodore Roosevelt's birthday) and Nov 11 (Veterans Day), 2026
Source: National Park ServiceLast verified:
Nationwide · Every Kid Outdoors (federal lands) · Online · Kids & Family
U.S. 4th graders can get a free pass for themselves and their families to national parks and other federal lands and waters. Get the pass on the Every Kid Outdoors site; educators can get passes for their classes.
When: Ongoing
Source: Every Kid OutdoorsLast verified:
Nationwide · National Park Service · Online · Parks & Outdoors
U.S. citizens and residents with a permanent disability can get a free lifetime Access Pass covering entrance fees at national parks and federal recreation sites. Documentation and photo ID are required.
When: Ongoing
Source: National Park ServiceLast verified:
Nationwide · National Park Service · Online · Parks & Outdoors
Current U.S. military members and dependents get a free annual America the Beautiful pass. Veterans and Gold Star families get a free lifetime pass. It covers entrance fees at national parks and federal recreation sites. Pick it up at a federal recreation site; photo ID is required.
When: Ongoing
Source: National Park ServiceLast verified:
Nationwide · National Park Service · Online · Parks & Outdoors
U.S. citizens and residents 62+ can buy a lifetime Senior Pass for $80 or an annual pass for $20, covering entrance fees at national parks and federal recreation sites. Buy in person at 1,000+ sites or online through USGS. ID required; non-refundable.
When: Ongoing
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