South Rim Village - Ranger Programs

 

Winter Schedule - Park Ranger Programs: South Rim Village

All outdoor programs are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or when lightning danger is present. Summer thunderstorms frequently can occur through early September with the potential for torrential rains, frequent lightning, and sudden flash floods.

Note: Children must be accompanied by an adult on all programs. All programs are free of charge.

• South Rim Village Evening Ranger Program Schedule
• Visitor Center, information desk and museum hours

 

Rock strata as seen from the Abyss overlook

2 - 2:20 pm Daily
(Yavapai Geology Museum)
Geology Glimpse
Learn how Grand Canyon formed while exploring Yavapai Geology Museum during this short introductory talk. Perfect for Junior Rangers. Accessible. Consider walking the Trail of Time following the program.

 

A bighorn ewe

4 pm – 4:20 pm Daily
Critter Chat
(Meet at Grand Canyon Visitor Center)

Learn about some of Grand Canyon's diverse wild inhabitants who survive here in this place of extreme changes in elevation, exposure, and climate. Family-friendly program. Accessible. Family friendly.

 

Grand Canyon's night sky

Special Events and Evening Programs

During the winter, evening programs are offered periodically.
Programs may include presentations in a beautiful auditorium, star walks, night hikes, cemetery tours, and more.

Upon arrival in the park, check visitor centers for more information.

In addition: view our schedule of special events and exhibits.

 

Grand Canyon National Park Centennial Week Evening Programs

All programs begin at 7 pm, at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center (South Rim)
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• Saturday February 23, 2019
  The Man in the Arena, Teddy Roosevelt Program
  GCVC Theater | 7 PM
  Award-winning actor, Derek Evans, brings to life the 26th President of the United States, one of the most exciting and charismatic personalities in all of history. This event is free and open to the public.
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• Sunday 2/24
  Then, Now, and Forever: The Zuni People in Grand Canyon
  Octavius Seowtewa
  7 PM | GCVC Theater
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• Monday 2/25
  Coyote Stories
  Sunny Dooley
  7 PM | GCVC Theater
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• Tuesday 2/26
  Coyote Stories
  Sunny Dooley
  7 PM | GCVC Theater
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• Wednesday 2/27
  Colorado River Documentary
  AZ Republic & NPS Staff Speaker Panel
  5:30-7:30 PM | GCVC Theater
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• Thursday 2/28
  A Native History of the Grand Canyon
  Ed Kabotie
  7 PM | GCVC Theater
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• Friday 3/1
  A Native History of the Grand Canyon
  Ed Kabotie
  7 PM | GCVC Theater

 

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Learn More About Our Visitor Centers and Museums

• Return to the Ranger Program Index Page
• Desert View Ranger Program and Cultural Demonstrator Schedule. On the South Rim, 24 miles east of Grand Canyon Village.
• North Rim Ranger Programs