Arizona Science Center offers discounts on Phoenix’s hottest days

When the temperature hits 115 degrees, the downtown Phoenix attraction slashes ticket prices.

July 17, 2024

Image: The exterior of Arizona Science Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

Cool off at Arizona Science Center this summer. Courtesy of Arizona Science Center

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There's not much benefit to being in Phoenix when the mercury rises well into triple digits.

But Arizona Science Center is making those extra-hot days a little cooler with the Cool Off With Science promotion.

Any day in July or August that the temperature hits or is forecasted to be 115 or above, visitors can get in for just $15.

That's half off the regular admission price of $29.95, and a discount from the $27.50 cost for seniors or $19.95 for children ages 3 to 17.

The discount is valid from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on any day that qualifies, and the offer is redeemable only on-site by using the promotional code HEATWAVE.

The center's current featured exhibit is "OceanXperience," which allows guests to climb aboard an interactive replica of OceanXplorer, the most advanced research and filmmaking vessel in the world.

Admission to films such as "Space: The New Frontier," "Blue Whales: Return of the Giants" and "Jane Goodall: Reasons for Hope" are included in the ticket price.

Arizona Science Center, which is located at 600 E. Washington St., has four levels of exhibits and activities for the whole family. Call 602-716-2000 or visit the Arizona Science Center website for more information.

Jennifer Goldberg is the Senior Editor of Culture at Phoenix New Times. She joined the New Times staff in February 2016. In her role, Jennifer writes and publishes profiles of both local and regional musicians, previews upcoming performances and provides guides on the best of Phoenix’s entertainment scene. She also oversees the Best of Phoenix. Jennifer previously worked for Jewish News of Greater Phoenix. During her career, Jennifer has received awards from the Arizona Press Club, the Arizona Newspaper Association and the American Jewish Press Association. She holds a bachelor’s of arts in English from Arizona State University.

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