Events in 2026Annual Yosemite Facelift: September 23 – 27, 2026In partnership with the Yosemite Climbing Association, the National Park Service puts on this five-day event each September, in celebration of National Public Lands Day. In 2019, over 2,000 volunteers cleaned up 16,429 pounds of debris from the park. Learn more about the event on the Yosemite Climbing Association website. Yosemite Art Trail: August 24 – 30, 2026Yosemite's story would not be complete without the artists that have shared their works inspired by this incredible place. Celebrate art in Yosemite through art themed drop-in programs throughout the park and create your own Yosemite-inspired piece with hands-on activities. Check the schedule of activities on the online calendar. Junior Ranger Day: August 22, 2026Drop in for special programs throughout the park! Learn all about wildfire in Yosemite and earn a special Junior Ranger badge. Check the schedule of programs and activities on the online calendar.
Stars Over Yosemite 2026Glacier Point, 8:30 pmDuring summer, amateur astronomy clubs host star parties at Glacier Point Amphitheater in cooperation with the National Park Service. Drop in anytime after 8:30—programs typically last 2 to 4 hours, depending on the host and night sky conditions. The program is canceled if the sky is overcast. July 3–4: Santa Cruz Astronomy Club Obata Art Weekend: July 17 – 19, 2026Join us in celebrating the extraordinary life of Japanese American artist Chiura Obata, including his watercolor and woodblock prints of Yosemite and his writings on "Great Nature.” This weekend will include artist workshops, guest speakers, ranger talks, interactive art, and more. Schedule and workshop registration at yosemite.org/obata-art-weekend/
Special Event CalendarBrowse the schedule of upcoming programs on the calendar below. Scroll to another month to view future program listings. Click on a program for more information. |
Last updated: October 12, 2026