Star Party at Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park
April 18, 2025 Varies by Date
Catalina State Park’s dark nighttime skies are ideal for astronomical observation. Imagine what you can see through a high-powered telescope! Astronomers from the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will be onsite to answer questions and discuss celestial objects and phenomena. Make sure you’re on time to catch the intriguing introduction!
In addition to bringing water, snacks, and a jacket, please bring a red light if you have one. Weather permitting.
Event is free with park entrance fee.
2025 Dates
January 25 at 6:30-8:30 p.m. Meet at the main trailhead parking lot.
April 18 at 7:30-9:30 p.m. Meet at the Ringtail Group Area. Public parking at the Gila Monster Group Area, a two-minute walk away.
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Saturdays, Oct. 19-April 26, 2025
Catalina State Park 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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Saturday, February 15, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Luci Hrin & The Grackles
Join us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains for an evening of beautiful classics and Rock and Roll!
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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.
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First and third Mondays
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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February 20 | February 27
Native Plant Walks at Catalina State Park
Join an Arizona Native Plant Society guided tour through the Upland Desert and Riparian plant communities along the Canyon Loop trail.
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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.
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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.
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Second and fourth Mondays
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.
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Saturday, March 1, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Tommy Tucker
Join us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains for an evening of classic Rock and 70's favorites
