Mother's Day
at Tohono Chul

Sunday, May 11
FREE ADMISSION for
Mothers, Stepmothers,
& Grandmothers

Enjoy 10% off Memberships
using code MOM10

Treat your mom or grandmother to a beautiful day surrounded by the vibrant colors of spring, with free admission just for them! Stroll through the blooming gardens, explore inspiring art exhibits, shop for one-of-a-kind treasures in the Shops, or enjoy a delicious meal at the Garden Bistro. Plus, take advantage of our 10% discount on memberships, using code MOM10 at checkout!

Waila With The Alianza,
A Native Nonprofit
Day Fundraiser

Friday, May 16
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Performance Garden
Tickets | $10

Celebrate Native Non-Profit Day with an evening of music, movement, and community featuring Alianza Indígena Sin Fronteras (Indigenous Alliance Without Borders), live Waila music by Gertie and the T.O. Boyz, and a vibrant selection of Indigenous food and craft vendors. Your $10 ticket supports the Indigenous Languages Office and the Plant Cruzer—a mobile tea and medicine station that brings ancestral plant knowledge directly to the people.

Flamenco in the Garden

Sunday, May 18
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Performance Garden
Tickets | $40

Join us for an evening of music and dance set amidst the enchanting ambiance of Tohono Chul’s lush Performance Garden. Blending tradition with modern flair, this special Flamenco performance will transport you to the streets of Spain with its stunning costumes, expressive movements, energetic footwork, captivating guitar rhythms, and moving vocals.

CHILLIN AT THE CHUL

Live Music, Food, Drinks

Begins May 23
Fridays & Saturdays
6 - 9 PM
FREE ADMISSION!

Chillin at the Chul is back! Treat yourself to a relaxing evening in nature while enjoying live music, delicious bites, and refreshing drinks. It's the perfect way to unwind after a long week!

Jazz Under the Stars
at the Bistro

FINAL WEEKEND
Fridays & Saturdays
through May 10
5 PM - 8 PM
at the Garden Bistro

Food. Drinks. JAZZ. Join us on Friday and Saturday evenings at the Garden Bistro for live local jazz, refreshing cocktails, and a full menu of tasty bites all in a beautiful garden setting.

Reptile Ramble

Friday Mornings
10 - 11 AM
Free with Admission /
Free for Members

Explore the fascinating world of desert reptiles! Perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages, this engaging experience offers an up-close look at some of the reptiles that call the desert home. Learn to identify local species and uncover the mystery of why lizards do push-ups.

Help Us Build A
New Garden!

Support the New
Adaptive Arboretum
Garden Today!

Help grow the future of Tohono Chul! We’re creating the Adaptive Arboretum Garden—featuring climate-resilient trees, guided tours, and hands-on workshops. Our goal is to raise $63,000, and every gift will be matched up to $30,000, doubling your impact. Celebrate our 40th anniversary with a gift that keeps our park—and Tucson—cool for generations to come.

The Shops at Tohono Chul

Shop Small, Support Local
Open Daily | 9 AM - 5 PM

Our museum shops offer a curated collection of art, plants, books, gifts, and souvenirs inspired by the beauty of Tucson and the Sonoran Desert. From handcrafted jewelry to regional foods, every purchase supports the gardens, programs, and conservation efforts that make Tohono Chul your community oasis.

Children's Museum
Oro Valley at Tohono Chul

Open Tuesday - Sunday
9AM - 1PM

Rewild your child at Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul! Enjoy classic indoor exhibits as well as an array of outdoor play spaces that allow children to explore nature through play-based learning.