Glendale, AZ - Parks and Recreation - Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area

Preserving one of the Valley’s oldest and most magnificent ranches, the 17-acre Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area features 13 original buildings, a rose garden, barnyard and historic orchards.

Enjoy a trip back in time with a 1895 Main House Tour! Starting Sept. 3, tours are offered Wednesday. through Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., and Sunday, 1–4 p.m. (reservations recommended for groups larger than 10, please call 623-930-4201)

Beginning Oct. 5, 1898 Guest House Tours are offered Sundays, 1–4 p.m., by the Glendale Historical Society.

Explore the history of the Historic Area’s various buildings, its barnyard and historic trees and groves with our Ranch Site Tours, held at 11 a.m,. Nov. 8 and 14. Wear comfortable shoes and meet on the Main House front porch.

Events

Holiday at the Ranch
5:30-8:30 p.m., Sat., Dec. 13. Experience a hometown holiday and a seasonal atmosphere in the historic setting of this 17-acre ranch! Enjoy family activities, entertainment, special tours & exhibits, and more: Tours of two historic houses decorated for the holidays, Gingerbread house exhibit presented by the Arizona Culinary Institute, Gingerbread craft-making activity, Roving entertainers, and “Let it Snow” play area. Bring an unwrapped toy for a community toy drive. Food/snacks will be available for a nominal fee. Dress warm for winter fun!
Citrus Zestival
11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sat., Jan. 24. Celebrate Sahuaro Ranch’s historic grapefruit and orange trees and all things citrus! Bring the family to enjoy citrus-themed entertainment, cooking demonstrations, a history exhibit about local citrus, special citrus activities, and more! Discover citrus facts, tips on citrus care, and citrus recipes. Pick some fruit to take home. Food/snacks will be available at a nominal cost.
19th Annual Winter Antique Tractor & Engine Show
9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sat.–Sun., Feb. 14-15
Sponsored by the Arizona Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association. Adults $5; Children 12 and under free. Features tractor pulls, parades, hayrides, antique engines, house tours and more!
Day at the Ranch: Spring Break!
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 18
FREE! Bring the family and explore the history and setting of Sahuaro Ranch through activities, entertainment, games and crafts! Experience a Victorian wedding, celebrate the 110th birthday of the Guest House, and more!
Glendale Folk & Heritage Festival
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 21 and 22. Click here for more information.

Opportunities

Arizona Artist Blacksmith Association
Participates in tours and events held at Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area. This state- wide organization provides narrated educational units for school tours and individual events held throughout the year. The blacksmithing demonstration is a unique experience, it truly is an Art.
www.AZ-blacksmiths.org

Arizona Beef Council
Participates in two City of Glendale special events and hosts two additional events each year at Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area. This organization brings unique, “live animal” and Arizona ranching experiences to each event.
www.arizonabeef.org

Arizona Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association
Provides event support for hay rides at large events held at Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area. This organization plans and coordinates an Antique Tractor & Engine Show on the 2nd weekend of February. In addition, provides knowledge and planting/harvesting logistics for farming crops in the Demonstration Field as well as an agricultural education day demonstrating historic farming techniques to grade school students.
www.aedgeta.org

The Glendale Arizona Historical Society
The Glendale Arizona Historical Society schedules and coordinates wedding ceremonies in the Rose Garden in addition to managing the Guest House tours and operations. To contact the Historical society office, please call 623-435-0072.