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Tohono Chul

Phone (520) 742-6455
Website https://tohonochul.org/chillin-at-the-chul/

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  • Día de los Muertos Opening Reception

    Featured
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS Opening Reception with the Artists Thursday, August 21 5:30 – 8:00 pm Free and open to the public About the Exhibit: El Día de los Muertos is a joyful celebration of life and remembrance, honoring loved ones who have passed with vibrant altars, food, music, and storytelling. This exhibit highlights the creative ways artists engage with this tradition, blending ancient roots with contemporary expression in a uniquely Tucson celebration.

  • Chillin’ at the Chul

    Chillin’ at the Chul
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Chillin at the Chul Summer Series Beat the heat at Tohono Chul's beloved summer evening series! Join us for live music, refreshing drinks, delicious food, and family fun—all with FREE admission. Escape to the cool shade of our mature desert gardens where temperatures drop and relaxation begins. What's New This Summer: Friday nights bring weekly variety: Paint & Sip (1st Fridays), Silent Disco (2nd Fridays), themed celebrations (3rd Fridays), and Contour Drawing workshops (4th Fridays). Saturday evenings are perfect for...

  • Chillin’ at the Chul

    Chillin’ at the Chul
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Chillin at the Chul Summer Series Beat the heat at Tohono Chul's beloved summer evening series! Join us for live music, refreshing drinks, delicious food, and family fun—all with FREE admission. Escape to the cool shade of our mature desert gardens where temperatures drop and relaxation begins. What's New This Summer: Friday nights bring weekly variety: Paint & Sip (1st Fridays), Silent Disco (2nd Fridays), themed celebrations (3rd Fridays), and Contour Drawing workshops (4th Fridays). Saturday evenings are perfect for...

  • Curator’s Talk – Día de los Muertos Exhibition

    Curator’s Talk – Día de los Muertos Exhibition
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Curator’s TalkDía de los Muertos Exhibition–with Tohono Chul Director of Arts, James Schaub– Join us in the Exhibit House for a discussion about our Día de los Muertos exhibition in the Main Gallery. The celebration of El Día de los Muertos is a joyful occasion of remembrance, involving feasts and festivities through which death is recognized as part of the natural process of living. Contemporary celebrations blend ancient traditions with modern interpretations and have become a vibrant part of Tucson’s cultural landscape....

  • Chillin’ at the Chul

    Chillin’ at the Chul
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Chillin at the Chul Summer Series Beat the heat at Tohono Chul's beloved summer evening series! Join us for live music, refreshing drinks, delicious food, and family fun—all with FREE admission. Escape to the cool shade of our mature desert gardens where temperatures drop and relaxation begins. What's New This Summer: Friday nights bring weekly variety: Paint & Sip (1st Fridays), Silent Disco (2nd Fridays), themed celebrations (3rd Fridays), and Contour Drawing workshops (4th Fridays). Saturday evenings are perfect for...

  • Chillin’ at the Chul

    Chillin’ at the Chul
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Chillin at the Chul Summer Series Beat the heat at Tohono Chul's beloved summer evening series! Join us for live music, refreshing drinks, delicious food, and family fun—all with FREE admission. Escape to the cool shade of our mature desert gardens where temperatures drop and relaxation begins. What's New This Summer: Friday nights bring weekly variety: Paint & Sip (1st Fridays), Silent Disco (2nd Fridays), themed celebrations (3rd Fridays), and Contour Drawing workshops (4th Fridays). Saturday evenings are perfect for...

  • Chiles, Chocolate & Day of the Dead Festival

    Celebrate autumn's arrival as the gardens come alive with local food vendors, artisans, and performers offering delectable treats, handcrafted treasures, and festive music. Children can participate in free craft workshops and receive complimentary Día de los Muertos face painting! Discover the beauty of handcrafted personal ofrendas created by regional artists and students, honoring the rich Día de los Muertos traditions of the borderlands. Visit our community altar to leave recuerdos (remembrances) for loved ones who have passed. These remembrances will...

  • XIXA at the CHUL

    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Extend the festivities with XIXA at the CHUL! Separate ticket required. Cap off our Chiles, Chocolate, & Day of the Dead Festival with an exclusive performance by Tucson's own XIXA (pronounced chi-cha)—a special after-hours event unique to Tohono Chul. Renowned for their captivating fusion of mystical rock and cumbia, XIXA will bring our festival weekend to a close with a tribute to Día de los Muertos traditions through their signature Latin-infused sound.

    $60 – $70

  • Terruño | Flavors of the Desert

    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Discover the distinctive tastes of Southern Arizona at Terruño: Flavors of the Desert—a premier culinary celebration uniting talented local chefs, award-winning wineries, and skilled artisans. Set within the beautiful botanical gardens of Tohono Chul, this exclusive tasting event showcases expertly crafted food and wine pairings that capture the essence of our region's innovative food culture. Enjoy live entertainment while exploring why Tucson earned recognition as America's first UNESCO City of Gastronomy. VIP admission (3–7 PM) offers one hour of exclusive...

    $125 – $160

  • Holiday Nights

    Holiday Nights
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Experience the magic of Holiday Nights as Tohono Chul's desert gardens come alive with thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, and seasonal celebrations for the whole family. Wander through luminous pathways while enjoying performances by Tucson's beloved local musicians. Warm up with hot cocoa or apple cider as you browse unique handcrafted treasures from regional artisans at our special Merry Market. Children can enjoy hands-on craft activities, festive games, and visit with Santa, while adults savor holiday-inspired food and beverages...

    $10 – $25

  • Holiday Nights

    Holiday Nights
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Experience the magic of Holiday Nights as Tohono Chul's desert gardens come alive with thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, and seasonal celebrations for the whole family. Wander through luminous pathways while enjoying performances by Tucson's beloved local musicians. Warm up with hot cocoa or apple cider as you browse unique handcrafted treasures from regional artisans at our special Merry Market. Children can enjoy hands-on craft activities, festive games, and visit with Santa, while adults savor holiday-inspired food and beverages...

    $10 – $25

  • Holiday Nights

    Holiday Nights
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Experience the magic of Holiday Nights as Tohono Chul's desert gardens come alive with thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, and seasonal celebrations for the whole family. Wander through luminous pathways while enjoying performances by Tucson's beloved local musicians. Warm up with hot cocoa or apple cider as you browse unique handcrafted treasures from regional artisans at our special Merry Market. Children can enjoy hands-on craft activities, festive games, and visit with Santa, while adults savor holiday-inspired food and beverages...

    $10 – $25

  • Holiday Nights

    Holiday Nights
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Experience the magic of Holiday Nights as Tohono Chul's desert gardens come alive with thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, and seasonal celebrations for the whole family. Wander through luminous pathways while enjoying performances by Tucson's beloved local musicians. Warm up with hot cocoa or apple cider as you browse unique handcrafted treasures from regional artisans at our special Merry Market. Children can enjoy hands-on craft activities, festive games, and visit with Santa, while adults savor holiday-inspired food and beverages...

    $10 – $25

  • Holiday Nights

    Holiday Nights
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Experience the magic of Holiday Nights as Tohono Chul's desert gardens come alive with thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, and seasonal celebrations for the whole family. Wander through luminous pathways while enjoying performances by Tucson's beloved local musicians. Warm up with hot cocoa or apple cider as you browse unique handcrafted treasures from regional artisans at our special Merry Market. Children can enjoy hands-on craft activities, festive games, and visit with Santa, while adults savor holiday-inspired food and beverages...

    $10 – $25

  • Holiday Nights

    Holiday Nights
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Experience the magic of Holiday Nights as Tohono Chul's desert gardens come alive with thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, and seasonal celebrations for the whole family. Wander through luminous pathways while enjoying performances by Tucson's beloved local musicians. Warm up with hot cocoa or apple cider as you browse unique handcrafted treasures from regional artisans at our special Merry Market. Children can enjoy hands-on craft activities, festive games, and visit with Santa, while adults savor holiday-inspired food and beverages...

    $10 – $25

  • Holiday Nights

    Holiday Nights
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Experience the magic of Holiday Nights as Tohono Chul's desert gardens come alive with thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, and seasonal celebrations for the whole family. Wander through luminous pathways while enjoying performances by Tucson's beloved local musicians. Warm up with hot cocoa or apple cider as you browse unique handcrafted treasures from regional artisans at our special Merry Market. Children can enjoy hands-on craft activities, festive games, and visit with Santa, while adults savor holiday-inspired food and beverages...

    $10 – $25

  • Holiday Nights

    Holiday Nights
    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Experience the magic of Holiday Nights as Tohono Chul's desert gardens come alive with thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, and seasonal celebrations for the whole family. Wander through luminous pathways while enjoying performances by Tucson's beloved local musicians. Warm up with hot cocoa or apple cider as you browse unique handcrafted treasures from regional artisans at our special Merry Market. Children can enjoy hands-on craft activities, festive games, and visit with Santa, while adults savor holiday-inspired food and beverages...

    $10 – $25

  • Tohono Chul ART TALK Series

    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Artist Talk with Alexandro Martinez Join us in the Wilson Room for an intimate conversation with master weaver Alexandro Martinez. Alex and his sisters—Nancy, Socorro, Lorena, and Fanny—represent the fourth generation of a distinguished family of Zapotec weavers. Their grandfather, Eliseo Martinez, founded Casa Martinez in 1936, establishing a legacy renowned for exceptional craftsmanship that continues today. During this artist talk, Alex will share insights into the natural dye processes used to create the vibrant colors in the family's exquisite...

    Free

  • Michael Chiago Sr. Meet the Artist and Book Signing

    Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, AZ, United States

    Michael Chiago was born in 1943 in Kohatik Village on the Tohono O’odham reservation, roughly 65 miles west of Tucson. His early life traced a distinctly American arc: performing as an Indian fancy dancer at the 1964 New York World’s Fair, training as a barber, and then enlisting in the Marines in the late 1960s, where he completed a tour of duty in Vietnam. After returning home, he used the G.I. Bill to study Commercial Art at Maricopa Community College,...