Explore our Arizona America250 Events Calendar, your hub for commemorating America’s 250th anniversary in Arizona. This calendar highlights both signature events hosted by Arizona America250 and community-led events taking place across the state.
If your organization or community is planning an event that aligns with the spirit of America250, we invite you to be part of the celebration. Help us build a vibrant calendar that reflects the richness of Arizona’s past, present, and future. Submitting your event is easy and free!
Let’s make history together. One event at a time.
Join a guide to hike up the peak via the Hunter Trail with trail guide Charles at 8 a.m. Learn more about the mountain, the surrounding land, and even some of the native plants. While taking consistent breaks, you will make your climb to the peak. This challenging hike involves steep switchbacks, rock scrambles, climbing […]
Join a park ranger for hike to Diné Point via the Tsu’vö trail. Hikers will pass by petroglyph's from the early occupation period at Homolovi (620-890AD) up to Diné Point overlook. The hike is on moderate, sandy trails and is approximately two miles total. As part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary, all First […]
Discover the lake pontoon boat tours will be offered at 9 a.m. Space on these tours is limited to eight people, so please call (520) 287-2791 or sign up at the park for a reservation! Meet at the visitors center 15 minutes prior to tour. As part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary, all […]
Join us for a hike along the Mariah Mesa Trail to explore plants, wildlife, and geology of the area on the .75 mile trail. As part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary, all First Day Hikes will be offered with no fee!
Meet at the launch ramp/trailhead area. This is an easy 1.5 mile round-trip along the shoreline with a stop at Whyte's Retreat. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, water, and snacks. As part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary, all First Day Hikes will be offered with no fee!
Join us for a kid friendly hike on the 1st of the year. The hike will be about 1.5 miles. Kids should be able to hike on their own or parents will be responsible for carrying them. No strollers will be allowed on the hike. The program will be limited to 10 families. No walk-ups, […]
Explore the beautiful views of the mountains and Oro Valley with a ranger. The whole hike will be around 3.2 mi/5.1 km long and moderately difficult. Please be prepared to hike on rocky terrain with little shade. Meet at the Equestrian Center near the horse corrals. Registration is required.
After crossing the highway into the western Arizona desert landscape, hikers immediately become immersed in an exciting adventure into ruggedly beautiful mountainous terrain. This one-mile winding trail is challenging in some areas, yet doable for most hikers. Please bring water and come prepared in proper footwear. This hike is weather dependent. As part of the […]
A one-hour tour leading from the top to an observation deck looking into the natural bridge at the creek bottom. The trail is steep and rough. Visitors should bring good shoes, warm clothes, and drinking water. As part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary, all First Day Hikes will be offered with no fee!
Join us at 10 a.m. for a guided hike along the west lagoon, Arroyo Trail and Verde River Trail. Please make sure to bring water and appropriate footwear. As part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary, all First Day Hikes will be offered with no fee!
Come start your New Year off right and hike our Foothills Loop Trail with us. Join rangers on a moderate 2.5 mile guided hike for the first day of the new year and explore the geology and history of the San Pedro River Valley. Make sure to bring water, sunscreen, a hat, appropriate clothing and […]
Meet at Lot 2 right inside the park to join this guided hike of the Sunset Trail. The hike is moderate, with sand and gravel trails, about .75 miles long. The hike will feature scenic overlooks of the lake and end in our beautiful cactus garden with water and snacks. Shuttle rides will be offered […]