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Programs and Events at Rio Salado

Discover upcoming programs, events, and ways to get involved.

Experience Rio Salado

Discover the Rio Salado through guided programs, festivals, conservation events, and volunteer opportunities. The center offers year-round ways to explore local wildlife, learn about desert and riparian ecosystems, support hands-on conservation efforts, and connect with the community. 

Programs and Events
Rio Community Festival Photo: Danny RJ/ ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest
Rio Community Festivals
Birding at Rio Salado Photo: Danny RJ/ ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest
Guided Bird Walks
Looking through Microscope Photo: Danny RJ/ ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest
Education and Outreach Programs
Burrowing owl workday Photo: Luke Franke
Conservation Programs
Upcoming Events
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Jun
20
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest
Nature Explorers
Phoenix, AZ
Join us for a fun, family-friendly nature adventure at the Rio Salado ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Center! Families are invited to get outside, explore the trails and...
Family & Kids In-Person
Center Closure
Jul
3
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest
Center Closure
Phoenix, AZ
The Rio Salado ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Center will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. We wish everyone a safe and fun holiday weekend.
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Center Closure
Jul
4
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest
Center Closure
Phoenix, AZ
The Rio Salado ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Center will be closed on Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We wish everyone a safe and fun holiday weekend.
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Sep
4
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest
Rio Nature Network Meeting
Phoenix, AZ
The Rio Nature Network is an informal gathering hosted by ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ at Rio Salado ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Center on a quarterly basis. The group aims to provide a...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Sep
19
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rio Salado ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Center
Art and Papermaking Workshop
Phoenix, AZ
Join Arizona State University (ASU), AZ Land, and ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest for a fun, family-friendly workshop featuring art, papermaking, and discussions...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Dec
4
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Southwest
Rio Nature Network Meeting
Phoenix, AZ
The Rio Nature Network is an informal gathering hosted by ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ at Rio Salado ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Center on a quarterly basis. The group aims to provide a...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
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