Parking is only allowed in designated parking spots. Please observe all rules distributed by rangers when entering the park. Use caution as flooding is possible.
Catalina Nights
Catalina State Park
First and Third Friday of the Month Varies by Date
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Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts. Please bring a flashlight and a jacket. Caution: The hike begins and ends on a steep hill with slippery gravel. Children ages 5 years old and up are welcome to participate. The hike will take approximately 1.5 hours.
Meet at the main trailhead parking lot near the restrooms. Program is fee but standard park entry fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass. Event is weather permitting.
Registration is required. Register here and search "Catalina" for the events.
2024 Dates |
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January 5, 2024 - 6 p.m. |
February 16, 2024 - 6:30 p.m. |
March 1, 2024 - 7 p.m. |
April 19, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. |
May 3, 2024 - 7:45 p.m. |
May 17, 2024 - 7:45 p.m. |
June 7, 2024 - 8 p.m. |
July 5, 2024 - 7:45 p.m. |
July 19, 2024 - 7:45 p.m. |
August 2, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. |
August 16, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. |
September 6, 2024 - 7 p.m. |
September 20, 2024 - 7 p.m. |
October 4, 2024 - 6:30 p.m. |
October 18, 2024 - 6:30 p.m. |
November 1, 2024 - 6 p.m. |
November 15, 2024 - 6 p.m. |
December 6, 2024 - 5:45 p.m. |
December 20, 2024 - 5:45 p.m. |
MORE EVENTS
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Saturdays, July 13 - September 28, 2024
Monsoon Magic
Learn about monsoon meteorology and see real animals and desert plants that thrive with the seasonal rain.
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Saturday, August 3, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Wendy Sweet
Celebrate the joy of music at Catalina State Park with Wendy! Wendy’s repertoire includes standards, country, pop and old rock and roll.
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Saturday, September 7, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Gilbert Romero
Join us for an evening of classic rock with Gilbert Romero!
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October 5, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Bruce Carlson
Join us for our concert series featuring Bruce Carlson!
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Oct. 26, 2024 | Jan. 25, 2025 | April 18, 2025
Star Party at Catalina State Park
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!
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Saturday, November 2, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Midnight Auto
Join us for an evening of classic rock and roll with Midnight Auto!