Events and tours from outside organizations.
Join Mission Garden for a day of shopping, learning, cultural sharing and connection as Indigenous artists and makers from across the region gather to showcase and sell their handcrafted artwork, jewelry, textiles, pottery, basketry, and more. This vibrant event offers a unique opportunity to meet the artists, learn about their work, and support local creators […]
Learn about some of the 50 medicinal plants in Mission Garden's Moore Medicinal Garden. The plants are native to the American Southwest deserts and in many cases have been used for millennia. Modern herbalists are keeping this tradition alive at Mission Garden.
The Oro Valley Historical Society has newly discovered collection items to show you. They will remain on display throughout the year, giving visitors the freedom to enjoy the exhibits at their leisure and return whenever curiosity calls. Visits to the Museum are fee with donations gratefully accepted.
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 […]
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 […]
The Empire Ranch Cowboy Festival, held in November, is the Foundation’s annual public event celebrating Arizona’s Western history and culture. Previously called the Roundup & Open House (2000-2017) the Festival also showcases Bureau of Land Management and Empire Ranch Foundation’s efforts to preserve the Empire Ranch for future generations. Each year more than 3,000 visitors come […]
Terruño: Flavors of the Desert Experience Terruño: Flavors of the Desert, a seasonal culinary series celebrating the flavors, stories, and culinary traditions of the Sonoran Desert, presented in partnership with the Tucson City of Gastronomy. Join us this fall for an unforgettable evening of food, wine, and music in the gardens. Savor expertly paired tastings from some […]
All Souls Procession and Grand Finale FREE Vendor Village 4pm-10pm Mercado District Gathering begins at 4 pm Barrio Hollywood at Speedway and Grande Procession begins at 6 pm travels through Barrio Hollywood and Barrio Menlo to Mercado District Circo Domo 7:30 pm Finale Ceremony 8pm Featuring Morgan Sorne, Flam Chen, Odaiko Sonora, Circus Sanctuary and […]
Meet at the Tubac Nature Center, 50 Bridge Rd., Tubac. Sign in at the door for this guided birding experience. The leaders will select a section of the Anza Trail along the Santa Cruz River for the walk. All levels of expertise welcome. Bring binoculars.
Spend your morning at Borderlands Nursery & Seed with a great group of plant lovers propagating native plants that will restore the landscapes of the borderlands. Bring water and be prepared for outdoor work.
Join Tucson Bird Alliance’s restoration team in enhancing and maintaining habitat around the Paton Center grounds. Position Description: TBA’s restoration department has been hard at work acquiring new grounds and developing valuable native habitat types at the Paton Center over the past few years and we need your help to continue this work. Events will focus […]
Walk around Mission Garden to look for seasonal and resident birds. Learn to identify some common calls and songs of the birds here. The garden is a good place for beginning and intermediate birders to learn about many of the birds common to the greater Tucson area. Check in with Kevin (the roadrunner) and our […]