Welcome to Valley of the Moon
Kindness is the Real Magic
Valley of the Moon is an enchanted historic fairyland that promotes kindness and imagination. A unique artist-created environment, Valley of the Moon offers a variety of experiences including tours, theatrical performances, and private events. Valley of the Moon turned 100 years old in 2023 and is a 501(c)3 nonprofit formally incorporated in 1945 to foster religious tolerance and brotherly love for all mankind, regardless of race, creed, or color.
We are open the first Saturday of each month for a family-friendly event and the third Sunday for docent-led tours. We are also open for our plays and special events. Private access can be arranged for a fee.
We do NOT have daily open hours. Our public access is largely dependent on our volunteer work force so if you would like to see Valley of the Moon open more frequently, consider volunteering or donating to make it happen!
We do NOT have daily open hours. Our public access is largely dependent on our volunteer work force so if you would like to see Valley of the Moon open more frequently, consider volunteering or donating to make it happen!
A complete list of our upcoming events can be found here
Featured events:
(See Calendar for complete list of events)
(See Calendar for complete list of events)
Fantastical Creatures Great & Small
Spring Adventure Play
Weekends in April
Shows start:
Fridays 6-8 pm, Saturdays 6-8 pm and Sundays 5-7 pm
ASL student interpreters are present 4/18
Picture this: you have just graduated from veterinary school and accepted an apprenticeship at a clinic in a quaint little town. You’re starry-eyed, a little nervous, but most importantly, you cannot wait to help any and every ailing animal that comes your way. Such is the story of Dr. Rhodes after speaking with an older vet looking to retire. But the good old doc neglected to mention one teeny, tiny detail: The animals of Barrowby… are fantastical! Instead of horses, there’s a unicorn. No pet iguanas, but a wild dragon! Surely, someone who has only studied “normal” animals can’t be qualified to care for such creatures… or can they?
Follow Dr. Rhodes this spring at Valley of the Moon as they embark on a heartwarming journey to discover that kindness is perhaps the most fantastical thing of all.
Follow Dr. Rhodes this spring at Valley of the Moon as they embark on a heartwarming journey to discover that kindness is perhaps the most fantastical thing of all.
Yuki Toolkit
International House Museum Event
Sunday, April 19, 11 & noon
Free, Donate what you can
The Yuki Toolkit is coming to Valley of the Moon for International House Museum Days 2026!
This special event marks the public launch of The Yuki Toolkit, a participatory interpretation system created by Yuchun (Yuki) Zhang especially for Valley of the Moon. Visitors will be invited to explore handmade tools, trace what once was, share their own observations, and help shape a new self-guided experience for this enchanted historic site. Yuki Toolkits' handmade devices will be available for public exploration and comment. Only 10 spots available for each time slot. Donations encouraged.
This special event marks the public launch of The Yuki Toolkit, a participatory interpretation system created by Yuchun (Yuki) Zhang especially for Valley of the Moon. Visitors will be invited to explore handmade tools, trace what once was, share their own observations, and help shape a new self-guided experience for this enchanted historic site. Yuki Toolkits' handmade devices will be available for public exploration and comment. Only 10 spots available for each time slot. Donations encouraged.
Camp of Magical Things!
Day Camp at Valley of the Moon
Family Camp: Saturday May 23-Monday May 25, 8:30 am-1 pm (5-10 years old)
Rising Star Camp: Tuesday May 26-Friday May 29, 8:30 am-1 pm plus Friday 5:30-7 pm (5-9 years old)
Tween Camp : Monday June 1-Friday June 5, 8:30 am-2:30 pm plus Friday 6-8 pm (9-13 years old
EARLY BIRD PRICES ARE GOOD THROUGH 4/1 -- FEES GO UP 25% AFTERWARDS
Rare opportunity to immerse your child in a safe place of kindness and imagination to learn theatrical skills and more. Exclusive use of Valley of the Moon, including fantastic imaginative historic structures, air-conditioned adobe house and water play. Inclusive, highly rated, small groups, high staff to child ratio,
Opportunity to explore Valley of the Moon by moonlight. Bring your flashlight and your curiosity. Limited flashlights available for rent.
Qigong!
2nd and 4th Fridays
1-2 pm
Suggested donation $8-$10
Qigong is the practice of connecting to the body’s energy system. Movements are generally slow and graceful. The goal of qigong exercise is for health and happiness. The teacher is Rick Anderson. Rick has studied with Master Li’s Sheng Zhen and the Jeff Primack schools. The class is about an hour with a short break. We do free standing moves and some standing and sitting forms. The class is ok for beginners and for those who prefer chairs.
The schedule is the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Suggested donation is $8 to $10. First class is complementary. Questions: [email protected]
The schedule is the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Suggested donation is $8 to $10. First class is complementary. Questions: [email protected]
Magical Marketplace
Third Sunday of the Month, 2-5 pm
Free
The Magical Marketplace is a market, where you may find fae or humans wandering about, selling creative goods, or singing and dancing. It is a space dedicated to supporting both human and magical local artists, and a place to marvel at the beauty around and within us.
If you are creative and have a product you are interested in selling at the Magical Marketplace, please review the vendor application and email us at [email protected]
People on the Moon Club
Free (donations welcome)
People on the Moon Club is a kind, inclusive community where everyone is welcome. We provide arts and other experiences primarily for children 4 to 12 years old and their families.
Coming soon: Listening session for Tweens and Teens: What would you like to see offered in Clubs geared for your age group? Have your voice heard in an upcoming Zoom gathering. If you are interested, send your age and contact info to [email protected]
The Unicorn Sound Bath and Spiritual Healing
Last Saturday of the Month, 9-11 am
$20, members $10, children under 7 free
Experience the spiritual sound healing with Valley of the Moon’s own Unicorn. You will be uplifted with the toning of crystal sound bowls, laugh with our very own style of laughing yoga and learn how to tone yourselves through verbal healing. Get away from all the stress. Learn how to self-enhance your body’s natural ability. Richard Crummitt (The Unicorn) is certified in 6 different categories: Crystal singing bowls, Sound healing, Tuning forks, Crystal singing pyramids, Crystals and Chakra Healing.
Tickets at https://valley-of-the-moon.yapsody.com/
Tickets at https://valley-of-the-moon.yapsody.com/
Monthly:
First Saturday of Each Month:
Family Friendly Event
No reservations or tickets needed
donations welcome
Check the calendar for time and event description
Docent Led Historic Tours
Third Sunday Fall through Spring
2-4 pm
$5, free for members and children under 7
Ever wonder about how the Valley of the Moon got started? Here is your chance to go behind the scenes and hear the fascinating history of this magical place. Tours start at 2, 3, and 4 and last about an hour.
Valley of the Moon is honored to be Arizona's first Affiliate Membership with the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. We are excited to see how this prestigious collective will support our preservation of Valley of the Moon, which was George Phar Legler’s home and creative workplace.
Phase I of Wizard Tower repairs are completed
Won't you help with the next steps?
Phase I of the Wizard Tower stabilization work has been completed, thanks to Southwestern Foundation for Education and Historic Preservation's generous grant of $20,000 for Second Floor Repairs. Let this inspire you to continue work to save Valley of the Moon's history with your tax deductible donation.
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