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Parents often instruct their children not to touch anything, but the I.D.E.A. Museum encourages kids to reach out and touch as much as they want. This art center is designed for children and offers a range of exhibits and attractions that are frequently changed, so you can visit often and always discover something new. It is one of only two facilities in the country, making it the perfect place to foster your children's creativity. The museum offers hands-on activities, art exhibitions for kids of all ages, and programs for the entire family. Its mission is to inspire visitors to see the world differently. Therefore, it promotes early learning, nurtures creative thinking, and engages families in quality experiences.

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Stratum Lasertag is one of Mesa's most popular attractions for family fun. Not only is it one of the country's best examples of state-of-the-art interactive entertainment, it has the distinction of being the largest laser tag arena anywhere. This incredible 18,000-square-foot facility benefits not only from its expansive size but also from the fact that it was created by the designers at Universal Studios. A giant labyrinth with 90 towers, 15 different levels, and heights of up to 20 feet are just a few of the venue's dazzling features that kids of every age will enjoy.

There's classic rock and then there are classics that rock. The performances staged by the Mesa Symphony of the Southwest most definitely fall into the latter category. Formerly known as the Mesa Symphony Orchestra, this group of highly skilled musicians have been impressing audiences with live music entertainment since they first debuted back in 1956. The symphony undertakes a full schedule of performances throughout the year that not only spotlight the work of classical composers like Bach and Mozart, but they also present various concerts designed to appeal to some of the area's younger music lovers. Under the direction of maestro Cal Stewart Kellogg, that tradition is set to continue for many years to come.