Sales & Special Events
Tohono Chul offers a diverse array of special events, classes/workshops, daily tours and eco-stations, children’s events, and Ed-Ventures year-round. From the beloved Holiday Nights to the iconic Bloom Night, there is always something going on. Check out what’s happening now as well as upcoming art exhibitions, sales, and events.
Click here to see the full calendar of events.
THIS FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Guatemalan Crafts Sale
Friday, April 4 & Saturday, April 5
10 AM – 4 PM
Wilson Room (located next to the Bistro entrance)
For over a decade, Tohono Chul’s biannual Guatemalan Crafts Sale has brought the vibrant artistry of Guatemala to Tucson. This unique trunk sale showcases an exquisite collection of handcrafted treasures, from intricate beaded jewelry and vividly woven shawls to contemporary purses, embroidered huipiles, and traditional textiles.
40th ANNIVERSARY

40th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, April 19
8 AM – 3 PM
Special $4 Admission
Free for Members
Free for Children 3 & under
Tohono Chul is turning 40! Join us for a special day filled with celebration, community, discovery, music, art, and fun. Enjoy special $4 admission, live music, guided tours, eco-stations, hands-on activities for kids, tasty food and drinks, and so much more—all surrounded by the beauty of the gardens. Learn more about all that’s in store during this day of celebration at the link below. Cheers to 40 years!
LIVE MUSIC

Jazz Under the Stars at the Garden Bistro
Fridays & Saturdays | 5 – 8 PM
Garden Bistro
Free Event
Experience the perfect blend of live music, great food, and a stunning garden atmosphere at Jazz Under the Stars at Tohono Chul’s Garden Bistro. Join us every Friday and Saturday evening (February 21st – May 10th) for refreshing cocktails, craft brews, and a locally sourced menu of delicious bites while enjoying the smooth sounds of talented local jazz musicians. Best of all, there’s no cover charge! Make your weekend memorable with an evening of live jazz in one of Tucson’s most picturesque settings.
LIVE MUSIC

Sundays in the Garden | Spring Concert Series
Through Sunday, April 27
1:30 – 3 PM
Performance Garden
Free with Admission / Free for Members
Unwind in the beauty of the garden with live music, great drinks, and good company. Sip on a glass of wine, a cold beer, or a refreshing prickly pear margarita from the Garden Bistro Bar as local musicians set the perfect Sunday vibe.
Sundays in the Garden is brought to you in part by the Tucson Guitar Society. This concert event is included with admission and is free for members—just one of the many perks of joining our community. Become a member today and enjoy endless moments in the garden!
EXHIBIT HOUSE

40 for 40 | 40 Artists for 40 Years
Open Feb. 13 – May 4, 2025
Exhibit House Main Gallery
Tohono Chul is turning 40 this April! From its very first year, the Exhibits Program has been central to the park’s mission, reflecting founders Dick and Jean Wilson’s vision of preserving, collecting, and showcasing art. To celebrate this milestone, we’re hosting a special invitational exhibition featuring 40 artists with a rich history at Tohono Chul. Each artist shares a profound connection to our mission and a deep respect for the natural world. Join us as we honor 40 years of art, nature, and inspiration!
JUST FOR KIDS

Clay Play at Children’s Museum Oro Valley
Sundays & Tuesdays | 11 AM – 12 PM
Children’s Museum Oro Valley
Free with Admission
Unleash your child’s creativity at the Children’s Museum Oro Valley with Clay Play!
Every Tuesday and Sunday from 11 AM to 12 PM, little ones can explore the joys of hands-on sculpting and crafting with clay. This interactive activity encourages imagination and creativity, perfect for curious minds and tiny hands.
WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE

Birds of Prey: Night & Day
February – April
2nd & 4th Wednesdays
11 AM – 1 PM
Children’s Ramada
Free with Admission
Join naturalist and wildlife rehabilitator Kathie Schroeder as she introduces us to her avian friends Fargo, the American Kestrel, Zuul the Peregrine Falcon, and Banshee, the Barn Owl. Discover the different habits of birds of prey who hunt by night or by day, and get to know a collection of the most unflappable birds in town.
DAILY TOURS

Tours, Eco-Stations, & Wildlife Experiences
Daily Tours Available Year-Round | Free with Admission
Butterflies and Their Flowers, Reptile Rample, and Birds of Prey are just some of the seasonal daily tours you can attend to learn more about the nature and wildlife of the Sonoran Desert! Visit our daily tours page for more information.