Statewide Calendar

35 Scheduled Events

Daily   8:30 a.m. (9 a.m. Sept.)

Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
A photo of the red rocks with text overlay that reads "Naturalist Guided Hikes daily."

Every morning a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk include geology, wildlife, history, archaeology, and plant life.

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Wednesdays   9-11 a.m. (Wed.)

Apple Packing Shed Open House

Slide Rock State Park
A photo of a barn with displays, antique equipment, and an interactive board that reads "Let's label the apple."

Experience a piece of Arizona history. Get an opportunity to explore the Pendley Homestead Apple Packing Shed. A ranger will be available to answer any questions about the homestead history. Come and see the Bean Cutler 1933 Sorter and Bean Cutler Polisher added in 1946.

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June-July 2026  

Creative Birdhouse and Birdfeeder Challenge

Lost Dutchman State Park
A house finch with brown feathers on its back and pink feathers on its belly perches on a red bird feeder and eats seeds.

Create and donate a birdhouse or bird feeder to Lost Dutchman State Park. Your creations will benefit the amazing birds that call our park home, and add whimsy for everyone to enjoy!

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Sunday, July 12, 2026   9 a.m.

Riordan Mansion Special Tour: Stickley Room by Room

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Stickley furniture inside Riordan Mansion

Join us for a tour focused on Gustav Stickley furniture and the Arts and Crafts Style

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Mondays   9:15 a.m.

Nature Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
natural bridge trail

Walk with a park ranger along our paved walking path as the park comes alive around you, where rustling trees and blooming wildflowers frame glimpses of the parks remarkable wildlife.

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July 14 | July 28   6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Sonoran Sunset Stroll

Catalina State Park
Field of grasses and wildflowers, Santa Catalina Mountains in the background, cloudy skies

Enjoy stunning mountain views and majestic saguaros on a leisurely sunset stroll. In this volunteer-led experience, learn about how the desert provides wildlife with shelter and vital sustenance.

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Tuesdays   11 a.m.

Tours of Goodfellow Lodge at Tonto Natural Bridge

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Goodfellow Lodge

Join us for a ranger or volunteer led walk through the Goodfellow Lodge, with a history of the property, the Lodge, and the people that called Tonto Natural Bridge home. Reservations are required!

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Wednesdays and Saturdays   7 a.m.

Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
Hummingbird with Yellowish-green body and red head

Join us at Red Rock State Park for guided bird walks! Learn about Sedona's diverse and beautiful bird species while taking a stroll through this gorgeous park with a veteran bird enthusiast.

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Thursday, July 16, 2026   7 p.m.

Celtic Week Bagpipe Concert

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park

Celebrate Celtic Week with a free bagpipe concert in the Riordan Mansion courtyard.

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First, Third and Fifth Fridays of the Month   Varies by Date

Catalina Nights

Catalina State Park
The night sky glows over the Catalina Mountains

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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Fridays in July and August   10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Historical Walking Tours

Jerome State Historic Park

Join volunteer Hal Hatfield on a historical walking tour of Jerome State Historic Park: July 17, 24 and 31 and August 7, 21 and 28

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Saturdays, July 4 - September 26   7:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Monsoon Magic

Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park staff hold a snake so that a park visitor in a blue baseball cap can touch it. Eight other visitors look on.

Did you know Arizona actually has five seasons? Monsoon Magic is an interactive nature exhibit where you’ll learn about the wildlife and meteorology of the southwest’s rainy season.

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Saturday, July 18, 2026   2 p.m.

Learn About Gold with Brian Beck

Jerome State Historic Park
Brian Beck photo

Join us for a discussion on aurum (Au), a.k.a gold mineralogy, the environment where it is found, and the many different forms.

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Saturdays, July 18 | August 15 | Sept 19   10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Living History Day at Fort Verde

Fort Verde State Historic Park
Four children dressed in period clothes in front of the fort

Join the Fort Verde Interpretive Association and take a step back in time and see what life was like as  soldier here at the Fort.

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Saturday, July 18, 2026   7:30 p.m.

Scorpion Hunt

Roper Lake State Park

Join us for a scorpion hunt and chance to learn about the different types of scorpions who call Graham County home.

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July 18, 2026   Varies by Date

Night Hikes at Picacho Peak

Picacho Peak State Park
A family at a campground surrounded by desert vegetation and cactuses with a mountainous peak in the distance.

Join us for a magical hike under the light of the full moon.

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Monthly (April - September)   Varies by Date

Bat Walk

Kartchner Caverns State Park
Event Featured Image

Kartchner Caverns invites you to join us for a nighttime walk in the park to learn about bats! Guests will see and hear bats interacting within their natural environment while learning about the diversity of these awesome flying mammals. Registration required.

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026   5:30-6:30 p.m.

Evening Lecture: Northern Arizona Deltiology: History in Postcards

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
black and white post with Scenes of Flagstaff Arizona

Learn about postcard history and what makes collecting postcards interesting.

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July 28 | Aug. 28 | Sept. 26, 2026   Time varies

Moonlight Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
A group of hikers taking photos of the moon rising from behind a red rock escarpment in the distance.

Enjoy a rare opportunity to take in the sunset and moonrise from an overlook at Red Rock State Park! Learn about Sedona and the surrounding area with a knowledgeable guide. Registration is required.

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August 1, 2026   6 p.m.

Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Klezmerkaba

Catalina State Park

Enjoy traditional Eastern European klezmer music with a view of the mountains!

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First Sunday May-September   10 a.m. (unless otherwise noted)

Nature Walk at Rockin' River Ranch

Rockin' River Ranch State Park

Join us on the first Sunday of every month for a guided nature walk.

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Saturday, August 8 and 29, 2026   7-9 a.m.

Birding Meetup at Ranch House Patio

Oracle State Park
northern cardinal next to a tree branch

Birding Meet-Up at Ranch House Patio at Oracle State Park. Stop by the patio at the historic Kannally Ranch House and talk to one of our knowledgeable volunteers, then enjoy the dozens of bird species that frequent the park and patio.

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2nd Saturday of the Month, April - November   7 p.m. (April-Aug.) | 6 p.m. (Sept.-Nov.)

Star Party and Guest Speaker at Homolovi State Park

Homolovi State Park
The Winslow Homolovi Observatory

Come out to Homolovi's Visitor Center Museum and Observatory for a night under the stars. Enjoy astronomy presentations featuring special guests with telescope viewing to follow. Bring your sense of wonder to the only Arizona state park with a permanent observatory!

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August 9, 2026   9-10:30 a.m.

Riordan Mansion Special Tour: Historic Milton Walking Tour

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
A sepia-toned historic photo of a road running through Milton townsite.

A 90-minute guided walk from Riordan Mansion to explore the Arizona Lumber and Timber Company property and the town site of Milton.

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Saturday, August 22, 2026   8 a.m.

Geocache Plants

Roper Lake State Park

Join us for a lesson on the type of plants native to Roper Lake State Park.

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August 22   Time varies

Thank the Stars Above at Picacho Peak

Picacho Peak State Park

Come down to Picacho Peak State Park and take a look at the beautiful stars above. In this program, you will learn about some of the constellations in our night skies.

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Thursday, August 27, 2026   7-10 p.m.

Lunar Eclipse Night at Oracle State Park

Oracle State Park
A photo of a lunar eclipse with Lunar Eclipse Night August 27, 2026

Experience one of the year's most impressive celestial events at Oracle State Park as the moon passes through Earth's shadow during a lunar eclipse!

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Sept. 12 | Nov. 7, 2026   times vary

Star Party at Cattail Cove

Cattail Cove State Park
Visitors look through telescopes under a starry night sky.

Join us for a star party to explore the night sky at Cattail Cove State Park. Bring your sense of wonder!

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Sunday, September 13, 2026   1-3 p.m.

Tea on the Veranda

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Teacups on a finely set table with linens, china, and flowers in a vase.

Step into 1904 and have tea on the veranda, just as the Riordans did at the beginning of the last century. This event is brought to you by Riordan Action Network and Northern Arizona Celtic Heritage Society.

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Saturday, September 19, 2026   6:30 p.m.

Bat-ember

Roper Lake State Park

Come out for a night event to witness and learn about the local bats at the park.

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Saturday, September 26, 2026   5-8 p.m.

Taste of the Bridge

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Two women hold wine glasses to the camera; in the background, people sit underneath a white tent set up outside.

Join us for an evening of wine and beer tastings, live music, gourmet food, and a charity auction. This event will raise funds to benefit Tonto Natural Bridge State Park. Tickets required.

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Saturday, October 3, 2026   8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Fall Fest at Slide Rock

Slide Rock State Park
A tractor with people next to it at a previous Fall Fest

Fall is on its way, and it’s time to celebrate the changing seasons at Slide Rock State Park! Join us for the annual Fall Festival. Colored leaves, red rocks, and cooler temperatures will have the whole family enjoying the transition to autumn!

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Saturday, October 17, 2026   3-4:30 p.m.

Helldorado Days Film Screening: According to Kate

Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park
A movie poster for a film called "According to Kate" with an image of a woman and two men wearing late 1800s period clothing.

Join us for a captivating film screening during Tombstone's Helldorado Days! We invite you to experience "According to Kate," a poignant short film that sheds light on the life of one of the American West's most misunderstood women, Big Nose Kate. This film is recommended for ages 14 and up and promises to be an unforgettable exploration of history. Registration required.

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Saturday, November 7, 2026   9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Volkswagens in the Canyon at Slide Rock State Park

Slide Rock State Park
Apple orchard with mountain in the background

Save the date for Volkswagens in the Canyon

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Saturday, November 14, 2026   8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Oak Creek Collaborative Cleanup

Slide Rock State Park
Savew the date flyer for Oak Creek

Join us for a collaborative clean up event with many of the organizations who care for Oak Creek and surrounding lands. Keeping Oak Creek clean takes all of us!

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