A Glance at Special Events at Petrified Forest National Park:
March-Arizona Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month
April-National Park Week
Summer
Cultural Demonstrator Program: On Saturdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day visit with silversmiths, carvers, weavers, dancers, and other demonstrators. Many will have items for sale.
Artist in Residence Program: Spring into Fall Visit with artists using the park for inspiration as they paint, draw, photograph, or otherwise express their artistic ability.
Junior Ranger Activity Days: Families are invited to join park staff on weekends during the summer for hands-on activities that help kids learn more about park resources.
May-National Wildflower Week
May-International Migratory Bird Day
June 14-28-Summer Solstice Celebration: Join rangers at a petroglyph at Puerco Pueblo for a solar interaction between 8:30 am and 9:30 am.
August 25-Founders Day: Anniversary of the establishment of the National Park Service.