The Arizona Science Center will bring a winter wonderland to downtown Phoenix with more than 30 tons of snow. Heritage and Science Park will be glistening with snowflakes, ice sculptures, gingerbread houses and more. Participants also can purchase museum tickets to enjoy winter-themed activities and watch “Penguins 3D.”

Details: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Dec. 26-Jan. 1. 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix. Free to play with snow outside; $14.95 for museum admission; $12.95 for ages 62 or older; $11 for ages 3-17. 602-716-2000.