Programs & Events
Catalina State Park
Summer Solstice Star Party
Saturday, June 20, 2026
8-10 p.m.
Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a night of stargazing and spacey music!
Sonoran Sunset Stroll
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 (June 16 stroll is canceled due to weather)
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Enjoy stunning mountain views and majestic saguaros on a leisurely sunset stroll. In this volunteer-led experience, learn about how the desert provides wildlife with shelter and vital sustenance. This is an Outdoors250 event.
Catalina Nights
First, Third and Fifth Fridays of the Month
Varies by Date
Experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies with a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail. Registration required. This is an Outdors250 event.
Monsoon Magic
Saturdays, July 4 - September 26
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Did you know Arizona actually has five seasons? Monsoon Magic is an interactive nature exhibit where you’ll learn about the wildlife and meteorology of the southwest’s rainy season.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Jeremy Gilliam of Grand Dorado
Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:00 p.m.
Join us for our concert series to celebrate America's 250th birthday with rock, country, blues and jazz performed by Jeremy Gilliam of Grand Dorado!
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Midnight Classics Band
Saturday, August 1, 2026 6:00 p.m.
Rock out to country, blues and classic rock with the Midnight Classics Band!
