‘RING OF FIRE’ ANNULAR SOLAR ECLIPSE

On the morning of October 14, 2023, a rare annular solar eclipse in which a smaller-than-average new moon moves across, but fails to block completely, the sun to cause a 'ring of fire'. This eclipse will last approximately 5 minutes […]

Astronomy & Cinco de Mayo Event

This annual event takes place in the Town of Tusayan which is located in Northern Arizona one mile from the South Rim Entrance to Grand Canyon National Park. Tusayan and the Grand Canyon South Rim has very little light pollution […]

Grand Canyon Star Party

With frequent clear, cloudless skies and remote landscapes with virtually no light pollution, the Grand Canyon is perfect for stargazing. Amateur astronomers from across the country volunteer their expertise and offer free nightly programs and telescope viewing. https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/grand-canyon-star-party.htm

Free Entrance to Grand Canyon National Park on June 19

Celebrate Juneteenth National Independence Day by exploring your local National Park or Monument. Juneteenth celebrates the date of June 19, 1865, when enslaved people of African descent located in Galveston, Texas, finally learned of their freedom from the slavery system […]

Independence Day in Tusayan, AZ

Parade, Live Music, Bike Decorating, Kid's Games, Food, Drinks and Drone Light Show (Pet Friendly). https://tusayan-az.gov/explore/

Free Entrance to Grand Canyon National Park on August 4

The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) is a historic investment in the protection and sustainment of our public lands. Celebrate by exploring your local National Park. There is no charge to enter the National Parks on this day. For more […]

Nicholas Johnson and Friends

Cellist Nicholas Johnson, violinists Grant Houston and Bengisu Gokce, and violist Jay Julio. This exciting group of young, adventurous musicians are planning two evenings of ground breaking music, exploring the expansive range of the string quartet, with music spanning from […]