Events calendar

Fort Open to Plaza Access

Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site

Mar 20 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

The public is invited inside the reconstruction of Bent’s Old Fort, entering through the zaguan gate and into the plaza. Park Rangers will be present to explain the features of the fort and its 20 th century reconstruction. Entry into the...

Gila Bird and Nature Walk

Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Mar 20 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Grab your binoculars (if you have them) and join us on a walk through the wild Gila on a search for birds, wildlife and flowers. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring water. We will be walking around on trails and sometimes on pavement.

Coffee With A Ranger

Padre Island National Seashore

Mar 20 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Join us for "Coffee With A Ranger," an informal gathering where you can enjoy a warm cup of coffee and engage in conversation with a member of our park management team! This friendly program invites you to ask questions, share stories, and learn more...

Critter Chat

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 20 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Join a ranger for a talk about the unique animals that call this deserrt home!

San Juan Capistrano Anza 250 Events

Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail

Mar 20 11:00 am – 4:30 pm

Juan Bautista de Anza Demonstrations -Friday, March 20, 2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @Boys & Girls Club Juan Bautista de Anza National Trail Color Guard in Swallows Day Parade -Saturday, March 21, 2026 11 AM - 1:00 PM @Streets Of SJC Speakers: Dennis...

Guided Walk of Dwellings

Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Mar 20 11:00 am – 11:45 am

Allow at least 30 minutes to hike up to the cliff dwellings. The trail leading to the dwellings is about 1/2 mile over rocky and uneven terrain with 180-foot elevation gain. Join a ranger on a 45-minute guided walk of the cliff dwellings to learn...

Guided Walk of Dwellings

Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Mar 20 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm

Allow at least 30 minutes to hike up to the cliff dwellings. The trail leading to the dwellings is about 1/2 mile over rocky and uneven terrain with 180-foot elevation gain. Join a ranger on a 45-minute guided walk of the cliff dwellings to learn...

Solar Viewing at the Visitor Center

Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Mar 20 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join us for a safe and fascinating look at the sun! Stop by the Visitor Center anytime between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to view the sun through a specially equipped telescope and learn more about our closest star. All ages welcome. No registration...

The Anza Expedition: A 250th Commemoration Exhibit

Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail

Mar 20 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Almost 250 years ago, as the Declaration of Independence was signed on the East Coast, the Anza expedition arrived at its destination on the West Coast. Both of these events would dramatically shape the cultural and political landscapes of the United...

Life in the Cliff Dwellings

Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Mar 20 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Ever wonder what life was like over 750 years ago? Come join a ranger to learn more about the daily lives of the peole who built the Gila Cliff Dwellings.

Life in the Cliff Dwellings

Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Mar 20 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Ever wonder what life was like over 750 years ago? Come join a ranger to learn more about the daily lives of the peole who built the Gila Cliff Dwellings.

Ranger Program

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Mar 20 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Visit the Visitor Center at Mission San José to explore a mission topic with a park ranger.

Sunset Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 20 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.

Sunset Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 20 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.

Evening Program

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 20 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

A formal interpretive talk on the history, ecology, and/or culture of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.

Night Sky "Star Party"

Chiricahua National Monument

Mar 20 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Join the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) for an unforgettable night under the stars! Experience the wonders of the cosmos as TAAA members share their telescopes, insights, and enthusiasm to help you explore the brilliant night skies above...

Big Thicket by Lamplight

Big Thicket National Preserve

Mar 20 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Have you ever experienced the Big Thicket at night? Bring your flashlight to join a ranger on a hike through the Big Thicket in the dark. This hike will explore some of the stories that make the Big Thicket special and mysterious. If you enjoy...

Stars Over The Gila

Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Mar 20 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us at the Gila Cliff Dwelling's National Monument Visitor Center parking lot to view the stars and other celisteral objects. Bring a red headlamp.