Tohono Chul

Tohono Chul Tohono Chul is a 49-acre desert oasis nestled on Tucson's Northwest side where nature, art, and culture beautifully intertwine.
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Tohono Chul is a 49-acre botanical garden and community oasis located in Tucson, Arizona, where reverence for the cultural and natural ecology of the Sonoran Desert region inspires responsible stewardship so that future generations may thrive. Often referred to as a "hidden gem," Tohono Chul features breathtaking gardens, serene trails, art galleries, local shopping, and diverse wildlife. Tohono C

hul provides something for everyone, from children’s activities in partnership with the Children's Museum Oro Valley to regular concert events that highlight local talent. The award-winning Garden Bistro serves up delicious, locally inspired dishes, sourcing ingredients grown in their very own gardens. Deeply committed to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and cultural appreciation, Tohono Chul hosts educational classes, workshops, and community events that bring people together. Tohono Chul is a perfect destination for relaxation, learning, exploration, and community in the Sonoran Desert.

Join us this weekend with The Play District Tucson for their take over of the gardens: PLAYin' at the Chul!With local ve...
06/11/2026

Join us this weekend with The Play District Tucson for their take over of the gardens: PLAYin' at the Chul!
With local vendors, interactive activities, family fun, and local musicians! Plus, enjoy after-hours access to Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul .
This brand new pop event is a one-night, family-focused twist on our traditional Chillin’ at the Chul experience, designed to bring Tucson families together through play, music, and community.

This weekend's schedule is packed with fun for the whole family, performances like:
Fri, June 12
✨ World Fusion Centric with Scott Jeffers Traveler
then on
Fri. June 13 (PLAYin' at the Chul)
✨ Live music with Mr. Nature’s Music Garden (children’s songs)
✨ Special Bollywood performance with Satrang Arts
✨ Puppet show with Red Herring Puppets
AND even more!
✨ Interactive kids activities + play experiences
✨ Local vendors, treats, hands-on activities, and family-friendly offerings
✨ A beautiful outdoor setting to explore and unwind
✨ After-hours access to Children’s Museum Oro Valley’s indoor and outdoor exhibits

We look forward to seeing you & your family for an evening of fun!

06/10/2026

Chill out Friday and Saturdays at Tohono Chul Gardens for our Chillin’ at the Chul, $5 summer event!
With live music, cold drinks, tasty bites, & family fun in the beauty of our gardens, it's a night you don't want to miss.
Check out Tohono Chul Garden Bistro 's yummy drinks & delicious bites!

🍉Garden Bistro Menu🍉
Grilled items like hot dogs🌭, Bratwurst and Gazpacho.
Sonoran specialties like gooey chicken quesadillas, tacos🌮, or crunchy nachos.
For that sweet tooth there's sugary churros, or soft pretzels🥨
Refreshing drinks like Horchata🥛, Matcha, or Kids Cactus Coolers (Ginger Ale & Grenadine)
& for the adults, Prickly Pear Margarita's, Beers🍻, Canned Cocktails, or House Wines!
+ kids sized meals like hot dogs, nachos, & quesadillas.

Chillin at the Chul is happening now till' August 28, from 6-9PM, every Friday and Saturday !
$5 entry, Members & Kids under 2 are FREE
Learn more: https://tohonochul.org/chillin-at-the-chul

On an early June night, a riveting transformation occurred all around our Tohono Chul gardens. The beautiful Queen of th...
06/08/2026

On an early June night, a riveting transformation occurred all around our Tohono Chul gardens. The beautiful Queen of the Night, with gorgeous white satellite-dish-shaped petals, bloomed till' the morning light came upon the horizon. For one night only, the blossoms opened up to share their melon fragrance with the night air; in hopes of attracting Hawk moths, or also known as Sphinx moths, that pollinate them to share the queen upon the sonoran desert realm.

During Bloom Night, Members watched as our Peniocereus greggii collection bloomed under Arizona's dark, twinkling sky. Many of our members took their own picture to document this amazing moment to have until the flowers bloom again next year ✨

A few of our guests shared these wonderful pictures (and edits) of their perspective on the Peniocereus greggii:
✨ Brenda Baggett took the first 2 beautiful shots on the night of the queen blooming!
✨Doona Bieg had this whimsical approach to light painting the Queen, in both UV to show how the Hawk Moth pollinators might see it or in this fun rainbow-esque edit.

With over 400 members attending, this wonderful moment was shared upon all of them, and with the massive support, this helps preserve the Desert View Trail and our Peniocereus greggii collection while we work to ensure the proper pollination and delicate nature of these special plants. 🩷

☼ We’re excited to introduce a brand new pop-up event in partnership with The Play District Tucson !PLAYin’ at the Chul ...
06/07/2026

☼ We’re excited to introduce a brand new pop-up event in partnership with The Play District Tucson !
PLAYin’ at the Chul is a one-night, family-focused twist on our traditional Chillin’ at the Chul experience, designed to bring Tucson families together through play, music, and community. And best of all, it's FREE !

What to expect:
✨ Live music with Mr. Nature’s Music Garden
✨ Interactive kids activities + play experiences
✨ Local vendors, treats, hands-on activities, and family-friendly offerings
✨ A beautiful, shady outdoor setting to explore and unwind
✨ After-hours access to Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul’s indoor and outdoor exhibits, their main location will be open !

We look forward to seeing you & your family for an evening of fun!
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☼A few tips for coming out to the gardens during the AZ Summer☼

Although Chillin from 6-9pm, the AZ sun and heat is still very prominent. Thankfully with our shady gardens, the temperature drops, but we still want guests to be aware of staying hydrated and being safe!
✨Wear comfy, cooling clothes- no sweater weather here! ( at least till' monsoon hits)
✨Bring a reusable waterbottle- you can refill at our various water fountains or purchase chillin' drinks at our bars (alcoholic or non)
✨Wear sunscreen if the sun is still out
✨Watch where you step! We have our gardens lit up, but we are still out in nature so be aware of your surroundings!
✨Bring a handheld fan to cool down even more !
✨Watch out for heat exhaustion and know the signs, be prepared to know if you need help!

To Learn more about PlAYin' at the Chul: https://tohonochul.org/chillin-at-the-chul/

☾ Tohono Chul's: Chillin at the Chul is full of endless-summer fun filled with different activities, performances, and e...
06/06/2026

☾ Tohono Chul's: Chillin at the Chul is full of endless-summer fun filled with different activities, performances, and entertainment.

✨Join us every Fri & Sat, 6-9PM.
Admission is only $5!
Children under 2 and Members | Free

Your Chillin Guide to a chill summer fun at Tohono Chul starts here!
☾ Every Friday and Saturday we have different entertainment & performances, this week you can catch:
∙6/5: Jacob Acosta & the Golden Hearts Band
∙6/6: Cochise County All Stars and Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul pop-up in the Children’s Garden

☾ Check out the Art in the Gardens with our newest mural,"Twilight Sonoran" by Ignacio Garcia , Tucson local artist.

☾ Yummy Food & drinks from The Garden Bistro, and every fourth Saturday throughout Chillin’ get a scoop of Gelu Italian Ice They have over 30 gluten-free, fat-free & cholesterol-free flavors to pick from!

☾ Plus exclusive add-ons, you can get on our website:
∙Silent Disco with Silent Adventures AZ - fuse comedy, singing, dancing, and flash mob antics to create a unique, one of a kind experience! Purchase here: https://shorturl.at/ftNY8
∙Paint & Sip with TJ's Paint Parties - Enjoy a peaceful summer evening of creativity, connection, and art under the desert sky! Purchase here: https://shorturl.at/qnolN

06/05/2026

The Queen is coming to your home🪷
Here is your chance to get your own Queen of Night right in your own yard!
After experiencing the Queens blooming, members were able to get first picks and purchase their own peniocereus greggii to take home with them for next years bloom.
And wonderfully, we still have quite a few of these beautiful specimens available for purchase at our Desert Nursery.
Join us from 8AM-2PM to buy your new Queen B and prepare for 2027 Bloom Night. 🌙
If you’re a member you can get 10% off your purchase ! Not a member? Join today ! Members receive 10% off the Desert Nursery + all of our gifts shops + the Garden Bistro.

Join our community of members during our Family Membership Drive to receive 25% off a Family Membership and above. Now through Tuesday, June 30th, you can use the promotional code FAMILY2026 on our website, at admissions, or in our museum shops to receive the discount or click here: https://tohonochul.org/memberships/

Through the generous support of Tohono Chul members, we continue the efforts of Richard and Jean Wilson, who gifted the ...
06/04/2026

Through the generous support of Tohono Chul members, we continue the efforts of Richard and Jean Wilson, who gifted the gardens to the community in 1985 with the hope that visitors would find contentment in nature and gain a new appreciation for the Sonoran Desert and its people.❤️

Your membership enables us to grow and sustain our gardens, provide educational opportunities for our members and friends, host community events, and preserve, maintain, and share our art and artifact collections. AND you get so many perks as a member to enjoy Tohono Chul to its fullest!

One of those many perks is Free Admission to select events like:
• Exclusive Art Receptions
• Bloom Night (just happened, check out our previous post to learn more)
•Children's Museum Oro Valley
•Chillin at the Chul ( every Fri & Sat, from 6-9PM till' Aug. 28)
•Curator Talks
•Members-only Plant Sales, like our Spring and Fall Plant Sales!
•Moonsoon Market (coming soon!)
•New Members Tours
•Sundays in the Garden

& now, with our Family Membership Sale and above, you can get this and much more with a 25% discount! Use promo code: FAMILY2026 to redeem today, or can be purchased in person when you come visit the park ! A perfect summer gift for friends, family, parents and grandparents, or anyone you hold dear in your life. ❤️

To Learn more on how to become a member: https://tohonochul.org/memberships/

The Queen has finally arrived. 👑This members-only evening celebrated one of the Sonoran Desert’s most spectacular plants...
06/04/2026

The Queen has finally arrived. 👑
This members-only evening celebrated one of the Sonoran Desert’s most spectacular plants. Members got to experience the beauty and sweet-rich melon fragrance of the Queen of the Night, wander luminaria-lit trails, experienced the fleeting beauty of the blossoms at peak, enjoyed educational presentations, browsed queen plants for sale in the greenhouse, and explored the annual Queen of the Night art exhibit. With over 400 members joining us to see this special moment, the love for our park and the blooming flower was felt amidst the glooming night sky. 💛

For those who couldn't make it during the Member's Bloom Night last night, here are the recap pictures of this once-a-year fascinating experience. The elusive Peniocereus greggii began its remarkable seasonal transformation, and now, we wait until next year for her return.

Bloom Night is an exclusive members-only event. Your support helps preserve the Desert View Trail and our Peniocereus greggii collection while we work to ensure proper pollination of these special plants and create a more intimate experience for those visiting the Queen.
Don’t miss out! Become a member today and prepare to experience this exclusive evening with the Queen of the night + many more events where admission is completely free!

For a limited time, enjoy 25% off annual family memberships and above with promo code FAMILY2026.

☀️It’s a Cool Kid Summer and what’s cooler than being a kid at Tohono Chul ! 🌳Check out all the fun, Tohono Chul X Child...
06/03/2026

☀️It’s a Cool Kid Summer and what’s cooler than being a kid at Tohono Chul ! 🌳

Check out all the fun, Tohono Chul X Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul , have going on for our kids and families joining us this summer at our cool and shady gardens:
🩷Kids Cactus Club
Tuesday-Sunday | 9 AM – 12:30 PM
Join in on the fun and earn prizes ! Grab a punch-card on your first visit, and each time you come in, earn a prize for visiting us at Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul!

💙Thunderstorm Thursdays
Every Thursday | 9:30 AM
Thunderstorm Thursdays, come and chill with us whilst you learn about Arizona’s Monsoon season during our WEE STORYTIME & exciting craft activities! + play with our new and improved water exhibits, whilst enjoying a yummy snow cone.

💛Clay Play
Sundays & Tuesdays | 11 AM – 12 PM
Unleash your child’s creativity and explore the joys of hands-on sculpting and crafting with clay.

Don't want the fun to stop? Our Family Memberships are now on sale, which gets you FREE entry all through the year here at Tohono Chul Gardens and Children's Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul + many other member perks.
Sign up today online or in person, use code: FAMILY2026. Sale now till' June 30, 2026.

CMOV@TC: https://tohonochul.org/cmov-at-tohono-chul/
Membership Sign Up: https://tohonochul.org/memberships/

Bloom Night Announcement🌙Tohono Chul members, tonight is the night!Our queens have accelerated their flower development ...
06/02/2026

Bloom Night Announcement🌙
Tohono Chul members, tonight is the night!
Our queens have accelerated their flower development and are sprinting towards the finish line.
Come to Tohono Chul tonight between 7-11 PM and experience the wonder of the queen of the night, one of the Sonoran Desert’s most surreal plants. Not a member? You can sign up today or sign up at admissions when you arrive! ( + our family memberships are currently on sale using Promo Code: FAMILY2026 )

For this night only, the gorgeous white satellite-dish-shaped blossoms will open to share their melon fragrance with the night air in hopes of attracting the moths that pollinate them.
🌙Schedule:
▪️7 PM- Gardens open; all walkways to see the queens will be lit up.
▪️7:30 PM- Gardens and Facilities Manager, Jack Dash will give a presentation about the ecology and life history of the queen of the night in the art gallery.
▪️9 PM- Jack Dash presentation at the entrance to our desert view trail.
▪️Throughout the night, Nursery Assistant Manager, Jill Gall, will be in the greenhouse selling queens for those who
want to bring this wondrous spectacle home.
▪️11 PM- Gardens close

Our annual Queen of the Night gallery show will also be on view, allowing visitors to see the various ways artists envision and depict this unusual organism. 🤍

❗FYI: Tohono Chul will be open at 6 am tomorrow, June 3, to allow visitors to view the last moments of the queen’s bloom before the flowers close, and the cacti enter their long rest until next year. (This is 6AM slot is open for all guests of the park, not just members!)

Read the final blog: https://tohonochul.org/bloom-watch-2026-the-queen-is-here/

Address

7366 N Paseo Del Norte
Tucson, AZ
85704

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 2pm
Tuesday 7am - 2pm
Wednesday 7am - 2pm
Thursday 7am - 2pm
Friday 7am - 2pm
6pm - 9pm
Saturday 7am - 2pm
6pm - 9pm
Sunday 7am - 2pm

Telephone

(520) 742-6455

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