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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T205936Z
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SUMMARY:111th Sonoita Labor Day Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:111th Labor Day Rodeo!\nSeptember 5\, 6\, & 7\, 2026\n“Best Little Rodeo in Arizona”\n   Over 700 entries w/cash & buckles awarded to the top contestants of the Southwest.\n\n\n\nMerchandise and Concessions on site\nsteak Fry & DANCE Saturday & Sunday\nSteak Fry 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nLive Music starting @ 7 p.m.\nSaturday -Southern Rein\nSunday – Zander Rodriguez
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/111th-sonoita-labor-day-rodeo/
CATEGORIES:Festivals,music,Rodeo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo Association":MAILTO:info@sonoita-fairgrounds.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260818T211451Z
CREATED:20260818T211430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T211451Z
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SUMMARY:Order Up!: Pond Damsels
DESCRIPTION:Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist on Zoom for a monthly peek into the world of insects and other invertebrates. \n\n\n\n\nThe 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 about anywhere in the US and Canada\, it is likely a pond damsel. The presentation will help get you ready for the festival field trips (or a trip to your local pond or stream).\nReserve a spot!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/order-up-pond-damsels/
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Presentations
ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Master Naturalists":MAILTO:president-pimamn@azmasternaturalist.org.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260818T211712Z
CREATED:20260818T211712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T211712Z
UID:10007979-1789587000-1789588800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Order Up! Bonus Episode: Skimmers
DESCRIPTION:Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist on Zoom for a monthly peek into the world of insects and other invertebrates. \n\n\n\n\nThis 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 seen at most ponds and streams. The presentation will help you get ready for the festival field trips (or a trip to your local pond or stream). \nReserve a spot!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/order-up-bonus-episode-skimmers/
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Presentations
ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Master Naturalists":MAILTO:president-pimamn@azmasternaturalist.org.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T210715Z
CREATED:20260522T210715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T210715Z
UID:10007802-1789722000-1789923600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:111th Santa Cruz County Fair - Santa Cruz County Fair and Rodeo Association
DESCRIPTION:General Admission FRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 18TH\nSchool Day: 15 and Under FREE entry until NOON\nAdmission $5\, Children 5 & Under FREE\nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 19TH\n9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nAdmission $5\, Children 5 & Under FREE\n2:00 PM – CLOSE\nAdmission $15\, Children 5 & Under FREE\nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 20TH\nAdmission $5\, Children 5 & Under FREE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/111th-santa-cruz-county-fair-santa-cruz-county-fair-and-rodeo-association/
LOCATION:Sonoita Fairgrounds\, 3142 AZ-83\, Sonoita\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food Experience,Music,Rodeo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo Association":MAILTO:info@sonoita-fairgrounds.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T103000
DTSTAMP:20260818T214713Z
CREATED:20260818T212250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T214713Z
UID:10007980-1789808400-1789813800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Family Nature Exploration: The Santa Cruz River / Exploradores del Río: Taller Familiar de Ciencia más Arte
DESCRIPTION: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 dragonflies!)\, and create your own nature art to take home. DIRECTIONS: Meet at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park\, 7548 N Silverbell Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85743 Enter the park from Silverbell Rd.\, just South of Leman Academy. Drive straight until you reach the parking lot. Meet in front of the restrooms that are near the basketball courts and playground/splashpad. map: https://bit.ly/RiverExplorers \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/family-nature-exploration-the-santa-cruz-river/
LOCATION:Crossroads at Silverbell District Park\, 7548 North Silverbell Road\, Marana\, 85743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festivals,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260818T214615Z
CREATED:20260818T214615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T214615Z
UID:10007981-1789844400-1789855200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Sonoran Sashay ~~ Dragonfly Festival
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7pm | Show 7:30pm | 21+ \n\nGeneral Admission: $15 + Dice Fees\nRail Seating: $25 + Dice Fees\nHigh Top Table Seating (2 Seat Minimum): $25 + Dice Fees\n\nA 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 vibrant ecology and groundbreaking community science to center stage. \nPERFORMERS: \nPray the Trey Away \nPosie D’Lish \nLady La La \nKitty Catatonic \nLorna Mae Foxx \nTaryn Garter \nMantis \nBobbie Hart \nItza Dryheat \nSofia Bordeaux \nTommy Tease \nLady Ellie Fury \n\n\n\n\nThis is a 21+ event.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/sonoran-sashay-dragonfly-festival/
LOCATION:Club Congress\, 311 E Congress St #1811\, Tucson\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T215359Z
CREATED:20260818T215206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T215359Z
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SUMMARY:Santa Cruz County Guided Dragonfly Tour/Recorrido Guiado de Libélulas en el condado de Santa Cruz
DESCRIPTION: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 provided but carpooling will be an option from the tour meeting location.  \nÚnete expertos locales para conocer las libélulas que habitan a lo largo del río Santa Cruz cerca del Parque Histórico Nacional Tumacacori y Nogales. Este recorrido idealmente irá a dos lugares y requerirá caminar por terrenos inclinados y desiguales. Prepárate para mojarte los pies y así aprovechar al máximo la experiencia. No se proporcionará transporte\, pero existirá la opción de compartir vehículo desde el lugar de encuentro del recorrido \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/santa-cruz-county-guided-dragonfly-tour-recorrido-guiado-de-libelulas-en-el-condado-de-santa-cruz/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Hikes,Tours,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T103000
DTSTAMP:20260818T220832Z
CREATED:20260818T220832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T220832Z
UID:10007983-1790411400-1790418600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Family Dragonfly Activities and Art/Arte de la Naturaleza de las Libélulas con la Familia
DESCRIPTION: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. \n¡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 acequias y crea arte inspirado por las libélulas para llevar a casa. \nThis event is part of the Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival. You can also join Sonoran Institute and local experts to search for dragonflies along the acequia at Mission Garden. Register for a tour
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/family-dragonfly-activities-and-art-arte-de-la-naturaleza-de-las-libelulas-con-la-familia/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festivals,Youth Programming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources":MAILTO:EEducation@pima.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T210703Z
CREATED:20260820T210703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T210703Z
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SUMMARY:Pima County Dragonfly Festival Tours
DESCRIPTION: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.\nÚnete al Sonoran Institute y a expertos locales para buscar libélulas en uno de cuatro lugares. Familiar y abierto a todos\, no se requiere conocimiento previo. Consulta el itinerario completo del mes para el Festival de Libélulas del Río Santa Cruz aquí. \nLos recorridos por el río del centro de Tucson estarán disponibles en español. \nTours are limited to 20 and are popular\, please let us know if you need to cancel your reservation. Waitlists are available at registration.\nLos tours están limitados a 20 personas y son populares\, por favor avísanos si necesitas cancelar tu reservación. Hay listas de espera disponibles al registrarte. \nREGISTER/REGÍSTRATE \nMission Garden Tours – Mobility-aid Accessible / Visitas a Mission Garden: accesibles para personas con movilidad reducida \n \nJoin Doug Danforth\, author of Field Guide to the Damselflies and Dragonflies of Arizona and Sonora\, to discover the dragonflies thriving along Mission Garden’s acequia\, or replica irrigation canal. Mission Garden paths are not paved but are made of compacted material that is ADA compatible\, relatively flat\, and suitable for wheelchairs and walkers and thus our most accessible tour location. \nIn addition to a tour\, explore activities for all ages! Make a dragonfly craft\, check out dragonfly larvae with a microscope\, and explore the rich agricultural heritage provided by the Santa Cruz River. \nAcompaña a Doug Danforth\, autor de la Guía de Campo de las Caballitas del Diablo y Libélulas de Arizona y Sonora\, para descubrir las libélulas que prosperan a lo largo de la acequia del Mission Garden\, una réplica de un canal de riego. Los senderos del Mission Garden no están pavimentados\, pero están hechos de material compactado compatible con la ADA\, son relativamente planos y adecuados para sillas de ruedas y andadores\, por lo que este es nuestro lugar de recorrido más accesible. \n¡Además del recorrido\, explora actividades para todas las edades! Crea una manualidad de libélula\, observa larvas de libélula con un microscopio y descubre la rica herencia agrícola que ofrece el río Santa Cruz. Tendremos actividades en Español \nDowntown Tucson River Tours – Disponibles en Español \n \nJoin Rocío Guzmán of University of Arizona’s School of Natural Resources and the Environment to learn about the dragonflies living in the Santa Cruz Heritage Project. This walking tour will take place in the Santa Cruz River channel and will require walking a short distance from the parking area to the sandy riverbed\, as well as walking on sloped and uneven ground. Plan for having feet that can get wet to get the most from your experience. \nÚnete a Rocío Guzmán\, de la Escuela de Recursos Naturales y Medio Ambiente de la Universidad de Arizona\, para aprender sobre las libélulas que habitan en el Proyecto del Patrimonio del Santa Cruz. Este recorrido a pie se llevará a cabo en el canal del río Santa Cruz y requerirá caminar una corta distancia desde el área de estacionamiento hasta el lecho arenoso del río\, así como caminar por terrenos inclinados y desiguales. Prepárate para mojarte los pies y así aprovechar al máximo la experiencia. \nEl Rio Preserve Tour  \n \nJoin Jeff Babson of Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources to discover the dragonflies living at the El Rio Preserve. This tour will take place on the banks of the wetlands in El Rio Preserve and will require walking a short distance from the parking area\, as well as walking on sloped and uneven ground. Plan for having feet that can get wet to get the most from your experience. \nÚnete a Jeff Babson\, del Departamento de Tierras y Recursos de Conservación del Condado de Pima\, para descubrir las libélulas que habitan en El Rio Preserve. Este recorrido se llevará a cabo a orillas de los humedales en El Rio Preserve y requerirá caminar una corta distancia desde el área de estacionamiento\, así como caminar por terreno inclinado e irregular. Planea llevar calzado que pueda mojarse para aprovechar al máximo la experiencia. \nMarana River Tours \n \nJoin Michael Bogan of University of Arizona’s School of Natural Resources and the Environment to learn about the dragonflies living along the Santa Cruz River near the Marana Heritage River Park. This walking tour will take place in the Santa Cruz River channel and will require walking from the parking area to the river\, as well as walking on sloped and uneven ground. Plan for having feet that can get wet to get the most from your experience.  \nÚnete a Michael Bogan\, de la Escuela de Recursos Naturales y Medio Ambiente de la Universidad de Arizona\, para conocer las libélulas que habitan a lo largo del río Santa Cruz\, cerca del Marana Heritage River Park. Este recorrido a pie se realizará dentro del cauce del río Santa Cruz y requerirá caminar desde el área de estacionamiento hasta el río\, así como caminar por terreno inclinado e irregular. Sugerimos llevar calzado que pueda mojarse para aprovechar al máximo la experiencia. \nREGISTER/REGÍSTRATE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/pima-county-dragonfly-festival-tours/
LOCATION:Pima County
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Tours,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T211237Z
CREATED:20260820T211237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T211237Z
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SUMMARY:Fiesta del Maiz
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSaturday\, September 26th from 3-9PM\, as always this event is free and all ages. \n¡Nos vemos ahí! \nFREE community event 9.26 at Kennedy Park food\, live music\, family friendly activities and more.\n3pm-9pm / ALL AGES / FREE \nFREE community event at Kennedy Park starting at 4pm with food\, live music\, family friendly activities and more. Free Face Painting\, Arts & crafts\, and fun for the entire family.\nTucson City of Gastronomy presents the annual “Pueblos del Maíz Fiesta\,” a FREE community event at Kennedy Park. Kennedy Park will transform into a maíz themed fiesta with live music from Los Apson and more. The event will also feature local food and artisan vendors\, family-friendly activities\, and art installations\, all celebrating the cultural and culinary significance of Maíz in the Sonoran Desert.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/fiesta-del-maiz/
LOCATION:Kennedy Park Fiesta Area\, 3357 South La Cholla Boulevard\, Tucson\, 85713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food Experience,Music,Performing Arts,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260818T182521Z
CREATED:20260817T233632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T182521Z
UID:10007914-1792774800-1792789200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:16th Annual International Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Wine\, Food & Community \nJoin 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. \nGuests will enjoy: \n\nWine tastings from regional wineries\nDelicious food and wine pairings from local restaurants\nLive music and entertainment\nA beautiful outdoor setting at the K. Newby Gallery & Sculpture Garden\n\nEvent Details \nDate: Friday\, October 23\, 2026\nTime: 5:00–9:00 p.m.\nLocation: K. Newby Gallery & Sculpture Garden\, 15 Tubac Road\, Tubac\, AZ\nTickets: $80 per person \nFor tickets or additional information\, call (520) 287-3733 or visit Tumacookery at La Entrada. \nCome enjoy an evening celebrating local wine\, food\, and community while supporting the next generation of Santa Cruz County!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/16th-annual-international-wine-festival/
LOCATION:K. Newby Gallery & Sculpture Garden\, 15 Tubac Road\, Tubac\, AZ\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food Experience
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nogales Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:visitus@thenogaleschamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260630T162513Z
CREATED:20260630T162513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T162513Z
UID:10007835-1794042000-1794063600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Tubac's Dia de los Muertos Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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 time. \nThroughout the village\, ofrendas (altars) are lovingly created and adorned with photos\, favorite foods\, drinks\, and cherished items of those being remembered. Casa Maya de Mexico\, event organizer\, provides everything you need to decorate your ofrenda\, booth\, and procession signage\, making it easy for participants to create beautiful displays. Whether you’re new to the tradition or return each year\, all are welcome to take part in this meaningful and heartfelt celebration of life. \nThis year\, the heart of the event is located at Tubac Presidio State Historical Park and Museum\, at 1 Burruel St.\, which will host the vendor area\, procession start and end points\, and main performances. The procession will travel through all streets of the village. \nThe day includes a colorful procession\, altars\, offerings\, a bonfire finale\, pop-up vendors\, food trucks\, face painting\, a DJ\, and live music. \nFor more information\, including schedule and parking\, visit https://www.tubacaz.com/event-details/tubac-dia-de-los-muertos-2026-11-07-09-00.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/tubacs-dia-de-los-muertos-celebration/
LOCATION:The Village of Tubac\, Arizona\, Tubac\, AZ\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tubac Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@tubacaz.com
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