National Parks February Events

February 2026 Events National Parks Store.

Trunk Show | Zuni Fetish Carvings
Sunday, February 1
10 AM–5 PM
Trunk Show | Zuni Fetish Carvings
Browse and purchase from a selection of hundreds of authentic Zuni fetish carvings sourced from the Kachina House of Sedona. These carvings, made from stones and sometimes accented with wood, bones, or precious metals, feature different animals and beings, emphasizing the connection between the spiritual and human worlds. No registration required.

Author Talk & Book Signing | “Arizona Route 66 Road Trip” with Roger Naylor
Wednesday, February 4
11 AM & 2 PM
Author Talk & Book Signing | “Arizona Route 66 Road Trip” with Roger Naylor
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Celebrate Route 66’s Centennial with the ultimate road trip across Arizona—the state that saved America’s most famous highway. In his book, award-winning travel writer Roger Naylor guides readers to more than 110 restaurants, 35 motels, and 90 attractions, inviting a return to the freedom, adventure, and nostalgia of a classic Route 66 journey. Books will be available for purchase at The National Parks Store. Event is currently fully booked. Join the waitlist for this free event. Space is limited to the first 60 registrants per session.

Trunk Show | Native American Basketry
Saturday, February 7 & Sunday, February 8
10 AM–5 PM
Trunk Show | Native American Basketry
Considered one of the oldest crafts on the continent, Indigenous basket weaving is an intricate, beautiful, and highly functional art that involves the painstaking weaving of various plant materials. Join expert and author Terry DeWaldfor a discussion of the history and artistry of a wide variety of both antique and contemporary basketry styles. DeWald will also have baskets available for sale. Talks will be held at 11 AM and 1 PM. Free. No registration required.

Author Talk & Book Signing | “The Butterfield Trail: Through Arizona’s New Frontier” with Gerald T. Ahnert
Wednesday, February 11
1:30 PM
Author Talk & Book Signing | “The Butterfield Trail: Through Arizona’s New Frontier”
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Join author Gerald T. Ahnert as he brings to life more than 55 years of research and exploration of the Butterfield Overland Trail, the first successful government-sanctioned trail connecting the East and West, and the newest designated national historic trail. Books will be available for purchase at The National Parks Store. Free event. Registration required. Space is limited to the first 60 registrants. 11:00 AM presentation is fully booked. 01:30 PM presentation just added!

Trunk Show | Rendition Arts
Saturday, February 14
10 AM–5 PM
Trunk Show | Rendition Arts
Rendition Arts is owned by Brian and Holly Bystedt and specializes in metal artwork representing petroglyphs from the American Southwest. Brian photographs these ancient rock carvings on site and uses the image to create a variety of metalwork designs. Shop a variety of these bold and contemporary pieces, suited for indoor and outdoor use, and bring the rich cultural heritage of the area into your home.

Talk by Brian Bystedt at 11 AM.
No registration required.
In-Person Presentation | Migratory Bird Study Overview with Sky Island Alliance

Wednesday, February 18
11 AM
Join Eamon Harrity to learn more about a project by Sky Island Alliance (SIA) that bridges grassland bird conservation and regenerative ranching in Sonora. In-Person Presentation | Migratory Bird Study Overview with Sky Island Alliance
Register for presentation. The Sky Island region’s grasslands are increasingly important habitat for migratory birds. But much of these areas, especially in Sonora, are also dedicated to cattle ranching. Since 2024, SIA has worked collaboratively with ranchers and land stewards to conduct winter grassland bird monitoring, educate about the importance of grassland habitats, and to implement restorative projects to increase habitat for threatened birds, all while creating more resilient and productive ranches. Free event. Registration required. Space is limited to the first 60 registrants.

Film Screening & Talk | “Canyon Chorus” with film creator Mikah Meyer
Friday, February 20
1 PM
Join national park expert, endurance athlete, and LGBTQ+ advocate Mikah Meyerfor a special screening of “Canyon Chorus.”
Film Screening & Talk | Canyon Chorus With Film Creator Mikah Meyer. Register for film screening. Part adventure narrative, part coming-out story, this award-winning mini documentary follows Meyer and a group of friends as they raft through Utah’s Desolation Canyon. Meyer is the first person to experience every federal park in a single journey. Please note: Meyer will also be participating in offsite activities with Western National Parks on Thursday, February 19. This is the only event with Mikah Meyer that will be held at The National Parks Store’s Kiva Room. Free event. Registration required. Space is limited to the first 60 registrants.

Trunk Show | Hopi Katsinam
Saturday, February 21
10 AM–5 PM
Trunk Show | Hopi Katsinam
Katsina dolls, carved representations of Hopi deities, are handcrafted according to spiritual and cultural traditions passed down for generations. Enjoy a remarkable selection of katsina carvings from renowned Hopi artists, curated by the Kachina House of Sedona. Talks about the history of this cultural tradition at 11 AM and 1 PM. No registration required.

Trunk Show | Mata Ortiz Pottery
Saturday, February 28 & Sunday, March 1
10 AM–5 PM
World-famous ceramicist Jorge Quintana is known for his intricate and elegant Mata Ortiz pottery.
Trunk Show | Mata Ortiz Pottery
Founded by Juan Quezada Celado, this style re-creates centuries-old pottery using traditional techniques. Quintana is a master of the process, from digging the clay to creating the jar to the final firing and painting of the finished work. Join us for artist demonstrations and daily pottery firings at 11 AM and 1 PM (weather permitting). Pottery will be available for purchase, as well as vibrant Zapotec rugs. No registration required.