Events and tours from outside organizations.
111th Labor Day Rodeo! September 5, 6, & 7, 2026 "Best Little Rodeo in Arizona" Over 700 entries w/cash & buckles awarded to the top contestants of the Southwest. Merchandise and Concessions on site steak Fry & DANCE Saturday & Sunday Steak Fry 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Live Music starting @ 7 p.m. […]
Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist on Zoom for a monthly peek into the world of insects and other invertebrates. The 8th annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival is here and to celebrate we explore the pond damsel family, the largest damselfly family in the world. If you see a damselfly just […]
Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist on Zoom for a monthly peek into the world of insects and other invertebrates. This bonus episode of Order Up investigates the skimmer family, the most likely group of dragonflies to be noticed by most people. Skimmers are a colorful and common group that can be […]
General Admission FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH School Day: 15 and Under FREE entry until NOON Admission $5, Children 5 & Under FREE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Admission $5, Children 5 & Under FREE 2:00 PM - CLOSE Admission $15, Children 5 & Under FREE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH Admission $5, Children 5 & Under FREE
Join us at the Santa Cruz River for a family-friendly morning of nature exploration, science, and art! Discover the wonders of water at a very special place in our desert – the flowing Santa Cruz River. Bring the whole family as we explore the ecosystem, observe critters that live in and around the water (like […]
Doors 7pm | Show 7:30pm | 21+ General Admission: $15 + Dice Fees Rail Seating: $25 + Dice Fees High Top Table Seating (2 Seat Minimum): $25 + Dice Fees A desert cabaret spectacular at Club Congress highlighting the wild wonders of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Cruz River as our performers bring the region’s […]
Join local experts to learn about the dragonflies living along the Santa Cruz River near Tumacacori National Historical Park and Nogales. This tour will ideally go to two locations and require walking on sloped and uneven ground. Plan for having feet that can get wet to get the most from your experience. Transportation is not […]
Enjoy a family-friendly morning of art and nature! Explore the acequias and create dragonfly art to take home. All materials provided, no experience needed, all ages welcome. ¡Disfruta de una mañana familiar de arte y naturaleza! Todas las edades y habilidades son bienvenidas. No se necesita experiencia y se proporcionan todos los materiales. Explora las […]
Join Sonoran Institute and local experts to search for dragonflies at one of four locations. Family friendly and open to all, no prior knowledge required. See the full month’s itinerary for Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival here. Únete al Sonoran Institute y a expertos locales para buscar libélulas en uno de cuatro lugares. Familiar y abierto […]
We’re back at Kennedy Park! Save the date for this year’s Fiesta Del Maíz with live performances by LOS APSON and special guests. Saturday, September 26th from 3-9PM, as always this event is free and all ages. ¡Nos vemos ahí! FREE community event 9.26 at Kennedy Park food, live music, family friendly activities and more. […]
An Evening of Wine, Food & Community Join the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz County for a special evening featuring regional flavors, live entertainment, and community spirit—all while supporting programs that make a difference in the lives of local children and teens. Guests will enjoy: Wine tastings from regional wineries Delicious food and wine pairings […]
Experience the unforgettable vibrant tradition of Tubac’s annual Día de los Muertos celebration, a beautiful event that brings the community together to honor those who have passed. Also known as Day of the Dead, this cultural tradition is rooted in the belief that the spirits of our loved ones return to visit us during this […]