Programs & Events
Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park Nature Program
Saturdays, Oct. 19 to April 26, 2025 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Learn about and see many reptiles that live naturally in the Sonoran Desert. Listen to our experts talk about the creatures and their adaptions to survive in the desert.
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
Sundays and Wednesdays
Time varies
Experienced bird guides lead this bird walk. They will help you spot and identify various birds that live and visit the park. Novices, seasoned birders, and every experience level of birder will enjoy this event.
Shelter Dog Walking with PACC
Sunday, April 13, 2025 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Stretch your legs and help a pup from Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) get out into nature on a short hike! Several ready-to-adopt dogs will be available to walk and staff from PACC will be present to answer questions.
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
Second and fourth Mondays Times vary
Join our local interpretive guides for a hike to the Romero Ruins. With this program, you'll walk through one thousand years of Hohokam history in 90 minutes.
Star Party at Catalina State Park
April 18, 2025
Varies by Date
Imagine what you can see with telescopes provided by the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association at Catalina State Park! Join us for an exciting, educational Star Party!
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Eric Schaffer & The Other Troublemakers
Saturday, April 19, 2025 4-6 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon of country western and folk music with recording artists Eric Schaffer & The Other Troublemakers.
Catalina Nights
First and Third Friday 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.
Catalina State Park - Past, Present, Future
First and third Mondays 10-11 a.m.
Join one of our park volunteers to explore the history of Catalina State Park and its surroundings from the 1850s to today, and get a sneak peek of exciting upgrades planned.
Music in the Mountains: House of Funk Chamber Quartet
Saturday, May 3, 2025 5-7 p.m.
Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
Wednesday, May 14, 21, and 28, 2025
6:30 a.m.
Experienced bird guides lead this bird walk. They will help you spot and identify various birds that live and visit the park. Novices, seasoned birders, and every experience level of birder will enjoy this event.
Music in the Mountains: Marana Big Fat Band
Saturday, June 7, 2025 6-8 p.m.
Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Vicky Smith
Saturday, July 5, 2025 6-8 p.m.
Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.
Sunday Geology Walk at Catalina
Sundays - check dates in description Times vary
How were the Santa Catalina Mountains formed? What are some of the different rocks in the park? Learn about the geology of the park with experienced geologist, Karen.
