Sales & Special Events
Tohono Chul offers a diverse array of special events, classes/workshops, daily tours and eco-stations, and children’s events 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.
SUMMER NIGHTS
CHILLIN’ AT THE CHUL
Begins Sat, May 23 – Fri, August 28
6 – 9 PM
$5 Admission | Free for Members
Your Summer Nights Just Got a Bit Cooler!
Join us on Friday and Saturday evenings for live music, refreshing drinks, art, family-friendly activities, and tasty eats from the Garden Bistro!
Relax in the cool shade of our beautiful gardens, where mature trees and shaded paths provide a much-welcome drop in temperature.
Saturdays are extra family-friendly, featuring nature-based play with Children’s Museum Oro Valley.
FAMILY FUN – FREE ADMISSION
PLAYin’ at the CHUL
Sat, June 13
6 – 9 PM
FREE ADMISSION
We’re excited to introduce a brand new pop-up event in partnership with our friends at The Play District! PLAYin’ at the Chul is a one-night, family-focused twist on our traditional Chillin’ at the Chul experience, designed to bring Tucson families together through play, music, and community.
The Play District is a community-driven platform for local families, caregivers, and tourists to find curated family-friendly activities and events, so you can Play Like a Local!
COOL KID SUMMER
Kids Cactus Club at Children’s Museum Oro Valley
Punch. Play. Repeat!
Begins June 2
Tues-Sun
9 AM – 12:30 PM
It’s a Cool Kid Summer, and what’s cooler than Kids Cactus Club!
Join in on the fun and earn prizes! Grab a punch card on your first visit, and each time you come in, earn a prize for visiting Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul! From books to fun passes to stickers, it’s never been this cool in the desert.
Promo Available during CMOV open hours (promo is based on each return visit, up to 6 visits).
IT’S A COOL KID SUMMER
Monsoon Market
Fri, July 17 & Sat, July 18
6 – 9 PM during Chillin’ at the Chul
FREE ADMISSION
Celebrate the magic of the summer monsoon at this two-night pop-up market inspired by the sights, sounds, and spirit of the Sonoran Desert rainy season. Explore whimsical and rare native plants, artisan goods, live music, food and drinks, expert talks, and interactive monsoon-themed experiences for all ages throughout the gardens.
Whether you’re shopping for desert treasures, discovering new plants, or simply enjoying a summer evening under stormy skies, Monsoon Market offers a uniquely Tucson celebration of the season.
Check back soon for additional details and featured vendors!
GET ENGAGED
Nature Journaling
Thursday Mornings
7 AM – 8 AM
Free with Admission
Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to explore nature journaling and connect with the outdoors. Meet at Tohono Chul’s entrance to sketch a new part of the garden each week. Open to all ages and skill levels—beginners are welcome and encouraged! Bring a journal and your favorite supplies.
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 / Free for Members
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.
DAILY TOURS
Tours, Eco-Stations, & Wildlife Experiences
Daily Tours Available Year-Round | Free with Admission
Walk in the Gardens, Connecting Plants & People, 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!