AZ Challenger Calendar of Events

"The Challenger Center mission is right on target when it comes to inspiring our young people to reach for the stars in math and science."

Tom Ambrose
Phoenix Suns

"Challenger was without a doubt the best science experience for the students."

Victoria Day
8th grade Science Teacher

"My preschool class attended a field trip to your Center. I would like to thank you for such a great experience. My students had a wonderful time and 'Ms. Barb' had a great presentation that was geared for the younger student. Your facility is one of the few that offers educational opportunities for the very young. Thank you for your foresight!"

Jean Schubert
Santa Fe Elementary School, Peoria

"I just wanted to take a minute and say how pleased I was with how the mission went. Thanks to the crew at Mission Control, and to the Challenger for an educational experience closely related to our state standards and district curriculum."

Mike Holder
Science Department
Ironwood High School

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Programs & Events at Challenger Space Center:

One Saturday a Month:

Simulated Space Mission: Rendezvous with a Comet or Voyage to Mars: Team members take part in a daring trek of exploration inside a simulator of Mission Control and the International Space Station. Prepaid Reservations are required for all missions by calling the Center at 623-322-2001 or by going to our store page. Simulated space missions are for 5th grade and above. More info click here: Fly to Outer Space

Family STAR Night: Challenger Space Center is hosting an entertaining and interactive astronomy night that is fun for the whole family. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. for fun hands-on activities, a simulated space launch, and our new “Scout Corner.” At 7:30 p.m. Professional Stargazer Tony LaConte gives an amazing interactive slide presentation on constellations, planets, and upcoming sky events with telescopes and outdoor stargazing, weather-permitting. Please call ahead to reserve Scout Activity Packets, 623-322-2001. The fee is $7.00 per person with children 2 and under free; 25% discount for Challenger Members. MORE

Upcoming 2016 Dates:

September 3rd, 2016

October 8th, 2016

November 12th, 2016

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Space Tots | 2016 – 17 (Calendar coming soon)

Join the Challenger’s Future Space Explorers as we investigate a new science theme each month. The workshop series is designed for a preschool child and their parent, to add proficiency to the parent/child learning repertoire. Each workshop includes story-time, a thematic science activity and play structured by the week’s themes. Workshop activities are planned for age level appropriate science with the added parent involvement to help nurture the child’s natural curiosity.

$20/per class (save 25% by registering for all classes!)