Starting February 2, 2026 through April 2026, the restroom/shower building in campground A will be closed. A new restroom building will be installed during this timeframe. Portable restrooms will be available throughout the campground, and shower buildings in campground B and group areas will be available. Thank you for your patience as we make these park improvements for you!
Star Party at Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park
October - April Varies by Date
Catalina State Park’s dark skies are ideal for astronomical observation; imagine what you can see through a telescope!
Astronomers from the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) will be on site with their telescopes to show you the cosmos and answer your questions. Bring a jacket, warm drinks, and red light if you have one to preserve your night vision. Meet at the trailhead parking lot located 1.5-miles north of the ranger station at the end of the park road; follow signs for "trailhead." More info about Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association can be found at: TucsonAstronomy.org
Event is free with park entrance fee.
Event Dates
- Saturday, February 7th, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday, April 17th, 2026 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
MORE EVENTS
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Sundays - check dates in description
Sunday Geology Walk at Catalina
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. This is an Outdors250 event.
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Sundays and Wednesdays
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
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. This is an Outdors250 event.
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Second and fourth Mondays, through May
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
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. This is an Outdors250 event.
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January 26 | February 9 and 23 | March 9 and 23 | April 6 and 20 | May 4 and 18
Monday Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
Located in the Tucson Sky Islands Important Bird Area, Catalina State Park is home to 150+ species of birds. Experienced birding guides will help you spot and identify beautiful birds as you walk through the park for 3-4 hours. This is an Outdoors250 event.
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First and Third Friday of the Month
Catalina Nights
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.
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Saturdays until April - canceled 1/24
Saturday Nature Program
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.
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First and third Mondays, through April
Catalina State Park - Past, Present, Future
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.
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Saturdays, Feb 7, Mar 7, Apr 4, 2026
Buffel Slayers
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
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February 7, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Out of Kilters
Join us for our concert series to enjoy traditional celtic music in the mountains!
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Saturday, February 21, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: A1 Reggae
Join us for our concert series to experience the funky reggae grooves of A1 Reggae!
