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
7:30 a.m. (March) | 7 a.m. (April)
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.
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.
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
Second and fourth Mondays 8-9:30 a.m.
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.
Native Plant Walks at Catalina State Park
Thursdays, Mar. 20 | Mar. 27 | Apr. 3, 2025 7:30 a.m.
Join an Arizona Native Plant Society guided tour through the Upland Desert and Riparian plant communities along the Canyon Loop trail.
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.
Buffel Slayers
Saturday, April 5, 2025 8 a.m. - noon
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Kevin from KT Klassics
Saturday, April 5, 2025 4-6 p.m.
Join Kevin from KT Klassics with Catalina State Park's Music in the Mountains Concert Series!
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.
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.
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.
