Take a break from your usual routine and check out Barktoberfest. You and your furry friend can enjoy various activities, including unique crafts, pet games, a costume contest, and even a dog wash. The best part? All proceeds from the festival go to support Friends For Life Animal Rescue Shelter, which has been voted Arizona's best animal shelter. This event has been running for 23 years, becoming one of Gilbert's longest-running annual festivals. So, come out and celebrate Halloween with your four-legged friend while supporting a great cause.
Embark on a journey through the heavens with the Stellar Adventures Arizona Stargazing Tour. Explore the lunar mountains, deep canyons, and eons-old moon craters. Observe massive Jupiter and Saturn, both billions of miles away, through high-powered telescopes. Witness the beauty of celestial nurseries and thousands of shining stars. The peacefulness of the desert at night is unparalleled, making it the perfect backdrop for our Night Vision Adventure. You can watch the world come alive under the cloak of darkness using state-of-the-art night vision devices. Witness the emergence of wildlife from the black desert sky and explore the hidden treasure of the Sonoran Desert.
Visit the Out of Africa Wildlife Park, and enjoy an otherworldly experience. From the snake shows featuring giant anacondas and boas to the 45-minute African Bush Safari, where you'll experience a personal encounter with giraffes, zebras, and more, it is an unforgettable adventure. The predator feed is especially thrilling as carnivores devour 800 lbs. of raw meat. The Wildlife Park shows their appreciation of the planet's wild areas and wondrous inhabitants by supporting and promoting conservation awareness and action. The exemplary animal care, education and learning experiences, and broad community support make Out of Africa Wildlife Park a must-visit destination for anyone who loves animals.