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.
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NEW FOODIE EVENT!
Terruño | Flavors of the Desert
In collaboration with the Tucson City of Gastronomy
Sunday, November 16th
VIP Admission | $160 | 3-7 PM
General Admission | $125 | 4-7 PM
Experience the rich flavors of the Sonoran Desert in Tucson, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy!
Join us for an exclusive culinary celebration set against the stunning backdrop of Tohono Chul’s botanical gardens. Savor expertly paired tastings from local chefs, wineries, and artisans while immersing yourself in Tucson’s vibrant food culture.
CERAMIC SALE
SACA Ceramics Show & Sale
Fri, Nov. 14 – Sat, Nov. 15
10 AM – 4 PM
Garden Pavilion
FREE ADMISSION DURING SALE
Join us for Tohono Chul’s biannual 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.
LIVE MUSIC AT THE BISTRO
Tohono Chul UNPLUGGED
Fridays & Saturdays
5 – 8 PM
Garden Bistro
No Admission Fee
Discover a new way to enjoy live music at the Garden Bistro this fall! Tohono Chul UNPLUGGED brings together talented local artists, seasonal dishes, and hand-crafted drinks for an unforgettable evening in our lush desert gardens. Whether you’re winding down after a busy week or connecting with friends over great food and music, this series offers a relaxed, intimate setting to savor the flavors and sounds of Tucson’s creative scene. UNPLUGGED runs from Friday, October 3rd, through Saturday, November 29th.
CONCERT SERIES
Sundays in the Garden
Sundays
1:30 – 3 PM
Performance Garden
Free with Admission / Free for Members
Spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon surrounded by desert beauty and live music at Tohono Chul. Sundays in the Garden features talented local musicians in a peaceful garden setting. Be sure to visit the Garden Bistro Bar for beer and wine, prickly pear lemonade, and our famous prickly pear margaritas.
This weekly event is free with admission and free for members as one of the many amazing membership benefits.
WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE
Reptile Ramble
Fridays
10 – 11 AM
Overlook
Free with Admission
Discover the fascinating world of our scaly neighbors! Learn to identify local reptiles and finally uncover the answer to the age-old question: Why do lizards do push-ups? Get up close with non-venomous snakes, lizards, tortoises, and more in this engaging, hands-on experience! This wildlife experience is perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages.
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!
BIRDING
Birds of Prey:
Night & Day
2nd & 4th Wednesdays
11 AM – 1 PM
Free with Admission/Free for Members
Join naturalist and wildlife rehabilitator, Kathie Schroeder, from Arizona Raptor Center as she introduces us to her avian friends Sueño the Harris’ Hawk, Falco, the American Kestrel, Poppy, the Western Screech Owl, and Banshee, the Barn Owl. Discover the different habits of birds of prey that hunt by night or by day, and get to know a collection of the most unflappable birds in town!
SALE
Jewels at the Chul — A Jewelry Sale
Friday, Nov. 28
10 AM – 7 PM
Garden Pavilion
FREE ADMISSION
This special sale invites you to experience beautiful, locally-crafted jewelry in a vibrant garden setting!
Jewels at the Chul celebrates the artistry of the Southwest with a stunning showcase of artisanal jewelry inspired by Native and Sonoran desert traditions. Discover one-of-a-kind pieces created by skilled artisans using turquoise, silver, beads, and natural materials that reflect the spirit of the Southwest.
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!