Upcoming Events
Borderlandia Tours & Talks
The Moorish Southwest: African & Arabic Influences in the Borderlands
Join us for an illuminating presentation that uncovers the deep cultural currents flowing from North Africa and the Islamic world into Spanish colonial experience in the Americas.
Saturday, January 10, 2026 / 2 PM
Tubac Presidio
1 Burruel St, Tubac, AZ 85646
Hermosillo Culinary Tour
Join us on a flavorful journey through Hermosillo, Sonora, where you’ll experience the vibrant heart of Mexican cuisine. Dive into the city’s bustling food scene, from hidden gems to popular spots, where local chefs create delicious dishes that celebrate Sonora’s unique ingredients— from carne asada, regional tacos, and the freshest seafood.
Dates: January 27-29, 2026 (2 nights / 3 days)
Álamos Tour
Centering on the natural and cultural heritage of the colonial community of Álamos, this excursion will explore this unique historical and natural landscape where the Sonoran Desert meets the sub-humid tropical south of Mexico.
Dates: February 13 - 18, 2026 (5 nights / 6 days)
Early Spanish Navigation in the Sea of Cortez
Join us for a fascinating presentation that explores the maritime expeditions that charted the Gulf of California-known to the Spanish as the Sea of Cortez-and their vital role in connecting the Baja Peninsula with the greaters Spanish borderlands.
Saturday, February 28, 2026 / 10 AM
Tubac Presidio
1 Burruel St, Tubac, AZ 85646
Nogales Taco Tour
Travel through northwest Mexico’s regional taco tradition in one town: Nogales, Mexico, with Borderlandia. Walking through the historic city center, you’ll experience the quality of Sonora’s culinary arts in the border town’s diverse establishments.
Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026 / 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Magdalena de Kino Day Trip
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of northern Mexico on this day trip to Magdalena de Kino, a Pueblo Mágico (Magical Town) known for its cultural significance and charm.
Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 8 AM - 4 PM
Río Sonora + Ures Tour
Join our intimate group as we travel along the Río Sonora from Banámichi to the old capital of Ures. Along the way, we’ll dive into nature, visit ancient missions, and explore charming riverside towns like Baviácora, Huépac, and Aconchi.
Dates: March 9-12, 2026 (3 nights / 4 days)
Anza Trail Guided Hike
Join local guide and historian Alex La Pierre on a special hike commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Juan Bautista de Anza Expedition.
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026 / 9 AM-11 AM
Volcanoes and Sea: Rocky Point & El Pinacate Tour
This three-night trip will take you on a journey of discovery and adventure through one of Mexico's most stunning contrasts of natural landscapes.
Dates: April 7 - 10, 2026 (3 nights / 4 days)
Mexico City Tour
On this week-long intercultural trip, you’ll scale the ancient pyramids of Teotihuacán and follow in the footsteps of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera in Coyoacán. Setting this trip apart, we will travel around la Ciudad de México with locals, offering guests a one-of-a-kind perspective on contemporary life in this big city.
Dates: April 24 - 29, 2026 (5 nights / 6 days)
Puebla: Cinco de Mayo Tour
Experience the celebration where the Cinco de Mayo triumph occurred and the monuments, colonial architecture, and gastronomy of Puebla with Borderlandia on this 6-night cultural heritage tour.
Dates: May 1 -7. 2026 (6 nights / 7 days)
The Basque Borderlands Tour 2026
El País Vasco is the fascinating region from which the early settlers of Sonora and Arizona originated during the Spanish colonial era. With the 250th anniversary of the Anza expedition (1775-1776), the purpose of this trip is to link those cultural and historical ties from the Sonoran Desert back to the Basque region.
Dates: August 31 - September 10, 2026 (10 nights / 11 days)
Cultural Events
Wings Over Willcox Birding & Nature Festival
January 15-18, 2026
Willcox, AZ
Tubac Festival of the Arts
February 4-8, 2026
Tubac, AZ