Sales & Special Events
Tohono Chul offers a diverse array of special events, classes/workshops, daily tours and eco-stations, andchildren’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.
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I HEART ART
I HEART ART |
Love at First Sight Mural Unveiling
Sat, Feb 14
5:30 – 8:30 PM
21+ Event
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This Valentine’s Day, experience I Heart Art — Love At First Sight, an art opening reimagined as an evening of enchantment at Tohono Chul.
Be among the first to view Twilight Sonoran, a new mural by acclaimed Tucson artist Ignacio Garcia, meet the artist, and enjoy a complimentary welcome drink, live music, creative activities, and cozy fireside moments. With hors d’oeuvres and desserts, local vendors, a photobooth, stargazing, dance lessons, and a cash bar, this immersive evening is perfect for date night, gathering of friends, or a memorable solo outing.
JOIN THE CONVERSATION
Master Plan Open House
Wed, Jan. 21
In the Wilson Room
RSVP for your preferred time slot:
• 5:15–6:15 PM
• 6:30–7:30 PM
At this special Open House, you’ll have the chance to explore Tohono Chul’s first master plan in over 20 years! Share what you love about the gardens, offer your ideas for the future, and connect with fellow members of our community. Enjoy light refreshments and join in discussions about how Tohono Chul can continue to inspire, educate, and serve Tucson for generations to come.
DAY TRIP
Tucson Origins w/ Borderlandia
Fri, Feb. 7 | 10 AM – 12 PM
$100 Members | $125 General Public
Downtown Tucson
Walking downtown Tucson’s El Presidio & Barrio Viejo quarters, you’ll explore the history & architecture of the community through the themes of the Indigenous, Spanish Colonial, Mexican, and American Territorial eras as well as get to know the regional Sonoran Row House tradition. Gain insight & perspective on why Tucson was the first U.S. UNESCO designated as a City of Gastronomy.
SALE
SACA Ceramics Show & Sale
Sat, Feb. 21 – Sun, Feb. 22
10 AM – 4 PM
Garden Pavilion
FREE ADMISSION DURING THE SALE
Join us for Tohono Chul’s semiannual SACA Ceramics Show & Sale! Over 25 ceramic artists from the Southern Arizona Clay Artists (SACA) will offer gallery-quality, functional, and decorative ceramics. Whether you’re looking for a functional vase or a decorative piece of art that will be the centerpiece of your home decor, the SACA Ceramics Sale has something for everyone and every budget. Admission is FREE during the Sale!
BIRDING
Bird Walks with Tucson Bird Alliance
Second Fridays
8 – 9:30 AM
Sign-up Required
Join Tucson Bird Alliance guides for a garden walk at Tohono Chul and discover the Sonoran Desert’s feathered residents! Watch Cactus Wrens chatter from cactus to tree, hear the Curved-billed Thrasher’s two-part whistle, catch hummingbirds sipping blooms, and look skyward for our resident Cooper’s Hawks.
Advance sign-up required; limited to 10 participants. Register on the Tucson Bird Alliance website for your preferred date!
GET ENGAGED
Nature Journaling
Thursday Mornings
8 AM – 9 AM
Free & Open to the Public
Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to explore nature journaling and connect with the outdoors. Meet at Tohono Chul’s entrance at 7 am 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!