Phoenix/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on January 15, 2019
Family and learning events worth seeking out in Phoenix this weekPhoto: Laura Crowe/Unsplash

If the playground, park and movie routine is getting a little tired, why not do something different with the kids this weekend? From Disney on Ice to a rocking marathon, these events will win approval from everyone in the family.

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Disney On Ice Presents: "Dare To Dream"

First up, see Mickey, Minnie, Moana and a giant cast of characters at this show on ice. The performance features Moana, Anna and Elsa, Rapunzel and others as they celebrate what's possible when we discover the courage that is inside all of us.

When: Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 17-Jan. 19 (various showtimes)
Where: Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St.
Price: $15-$115

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Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon and 1/2 Marathon

Next, runners and athletes can register for the Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon and 1/2 Marathon this weekend. In a twist on normal races, there are live bands playing every mile and themed water stations to motivate runners through the course that treks through Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe. 

When: Friday, Jan. 18, 8 a.m.
Where: Cityscape, One East Washington
Price: $20-$120

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42 Percent Off Intro to Archery Class

In this deal, through Groupon, save up to 42 percent on an introductory archery class at the Arizona Archery Club. The class will teach participants how to aim and shoot arrows at targets. 

Click here for more information on the company website. 

Where: 1115 W. Deer Valley Road, Deer Valley
Price: $63.50 (42 percent discount off regular price)

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Up to 50 Percent Off Adventure Walk from Wacky Walks

Next, in this deal also through Groupon, receive up to 50 percent off the original price for Adventure Walk from Wacky Walks. According to Groupon, "Each walk is a competition as players, with smartphones in hand, follow along with brain teasers, maps and prompts to reach checkpoints around town." Winners are awarded the titles of king and queen.

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Where: 222 E. Monroe St., Copper Square
Price: $20 (50 percent discount off regular price); more deals are available.

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60 Percent Off Scavenger Hunt Adventure from ZeeTours

Lastly, in this deal also from Groupon, save up to 60 percent off the original price of a self-guided scavenger hunt and sightseeing attraction from ZeeTours. Clues and puzzles are sent to participants' cell phones and the group must work together to figure out the answers, which will take them to different sightseeing sites - and save the city from a fictional catastrophe.  

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Where: 201 E. Jefferson St., Central City
Price: $20 (60 percent discount off regular price)

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