Join Naturalist Jack Dash for a discussion of wild edibles and native cultivated plants in southern Arizona. Attendees will learn the historic and contemporary uses for several species of Borderlands […]
Imagine yourself transported to a rustic Spanish hacienda under the vast, starlit sky. Our 'Spanish Evening at the Ranch' wine dinner promises an unforgettable experience, where the vibrant flavors of […]
Kathleen Vance, Tohono O'odham potter, will lead attendees in creating a Tohono O'odham Utilitarian Vessel, a small clay vessel made from white clay, which Kathleen digs and processes on her […]
Join Tucson Village Farm for refreshing mocktails and a delicious, farm fresh dinner with the best view in town. Working with Chef Bruce Yim, Tucson Village Farm teens will create […]
Join the Desert Museum for our fifth annual wine festival, WineDown with Wildlife, to help support the amazing wildlife in our care and celebrate World Wildlife Day. Sip on the […]
Join Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona for Cookies & Cocktails, and enjoy light appetizers, cookie-themed drink pairings including cookie-infused beers, and some epic dessert creations from favorite local restaurants competing in […]
Dear Readers, Prepare your finest gowns and most dashing cravats, for the Regency Ball Experience 2025 at The Savoy Opera House shall soon open its doors. What delightful secrets await, […]
Over the past few millennia, the succulent pads of the prickly pear cactus have fed millions of humans and other animals, offering life-sustaining calories, vitamins, calcium and a host of […]
Wine Gone Wild is back and wilder than ever! Join for an evening of incredible local wines, spirits, live music, animal encounters and more! This party with a purpose supports education programs, conservation […]
Join the Tucson Village Farm Team for an unforgettable spring gathering featuring world-renowned integrative medicine pioneer, Dr. Andrew Weil. Savor a delectable farm-fresh dinner, thoughtfully crafted with vibrant, seasonal ingredients and inspired […]
Westbound is putting together a really cool fusion dinner on Sunday, April 6 from 3-5 p.m. The theme is East Meets West - Japanese and Mexican fusion. All of the […]
Be part of history and the future! Head to Mission Garden to plant agave in the traditional Hohokam style, inspired by ancient plantings on Tumamoc Hill. These agave plants will […]
Everyone loves Tohono O'odham frybread. Not only is it delicious, but it is also diverse. It can be a sweet delicacy when it is topped with honey, powdered sugar, or […]
Known as "The Tree of Wonders", the agave has been celebrated in native cultures for centuries throughout the American Southwest and Mexico. That tradition continues today in Tucson's Agave Heritage […]
The Howard Scott Gentry Award was established in 2017 by Dr. Gary Nabhan and the Agave Heritage Festival to recognize leaders in binational collaborative research on agave conservation and use. […]
Join Tap & Bottle North with La Gritona Tequila Reposado & Bara-Cara Tequila Blanco. La Gritona Reposado & Bara-Cara Blanco are distilled by Melly Barajas and her staff of women […]
Immerse yourself in the world of agave excellence with an exclusive educational tasting experience featuring Los Cantiles 1905 Spirits at Bar Crisol. Guided by renowned experts Omhar and Carlos Acuña, […]
Two of the best mezcal bars unite for an unforgettable night in Tucson! LA's Madre takes over Bar Crisol, showcasing the bold flavors of Los Cantiles 1905, a renowned bacanora […]
*Registration with approved invitation only The 2025 Summit will be a day of action focused on bringing the vision of the City of Century plants to reality.Tucson and Southern Arizona […]
Join for an exclusive book signing event with acclaimed author Ted Genoways as he presents his latest work, Tequila Wars: José Cuervo and the Bloody Struggle for the Spirit of […]
Join Tap & Bottle Downtown for an interactive tequila tasting. You'll start at a table with a small group and sip on tequila while discussing unique topics guided by a […]
Join Bar Crisol for an intimate Guided Tasting at Bar Crisol, featuring the exceptional mezcals of NETA. This exclusive event invites guests to explore the rich traditions and terroir-driven expressions […]
Join Nicolette Diodati for an immersive tasting experience celebrating Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal, the pioneering brand that coined the phrase "liquid art." Hand-crafted by individual Zapotec and Mixtec farmer-families, […]
Delve into the world of artisanal mezcal with an expert-led guided tasting featuring The Lost Explorer Mezcal, presented by Sonora Moonshine as part of the Agave Heritage Festival. This intimate […]
Continuing the culinary excellence of the Agave Heritage Festival, this extraordinary five-course dining experience brings together the region’s finest flavors at Maynards Kitchen & Bottle Shop. Led by Maynards’ new […]
Chef and Mixologist Jesús Alfredo Pérez Blanco from Hermosillo, Sonora, joins the Monsoon Room at Jo Jo's for an evening of classic and contemporary cocktails highlighting the Sonoran region. Jesús […]
Step into an evening of innovative agave cocktails as Aaron DeFeo, owner of Little Rituals and founder of Tequila Fest (est. 2008), returns to Hotel Congress—where it all began. A […]
The N-Gen & Agave Heritage Festival Lifetime Career Award honors individuals whose work deepens our understanding of agave’s cultural, ecological, and social significance. In 2025, we honor renwoned agave experts […]
Gardening with Native Plants is a way to connect your landscape to the wider ecological networks that we are all a part of. The Arizona-Sonora Borderlands is home to an […]
Join for an engaging and thought-provoking panels, hands-on tastings, and inspiring discussions on how agave continues to shape culture and industry. This engaging series brings together experts, producers, and creatives […]
