THINGS TO DO AROUND ARIZONA

Archaeology Hike

Most of the ancient features in Red Rock State Park are from the Sinagua culture dating to about 11001425. Come hear the fascinating story of the pre-Columbian people who lived and traveled in the area. The hike will identify archaeological features visible from park trails and interpret them into the context of regional Sinagua sites. The guide will also discuss other cultures that likely have made use of the park’s resources. The hike will last 1.5 to two hours, with an elevation gain of some 250 feet, along easy to moderate trails and may begin with a short presentation in the theater. Hike repeats every third Sunday through May.

Details: 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21. Red Rock State Park, 4050 Red Rock Loop Road, Sedona. $7 per person, $4 for ages 7-13, free for age 6 and younger. azstateparks.com/red-rock.

Bordertown

When you’re shooting blanks (as many gunslingers do in Tombstone), accuracy doesn’t count. But Bordertown competitors are firing live rounds at small targets in hopes of proving their sharpshooting prowess. Those with precision aim compete in the Arizona Cowboy Action Shooting Championship. The public is welcome to watch, as well as browse among vendors.

Details: Wednesday-Sunday, Oct. 24-28; times vary, see website for schedule. Tombstone Livery Stable, 919 W. State Route 82. Free. www.bordertown cas.com/index.php.

Riordan Mansion Halloween Tours

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park offers a special nighttime program during Halloween week. This guided tour is a storytelling session involving tales of the fantastic and the factual. The historic mansion makes a great backdrop for spinning yarns appropriate to the Halloween season. These tours are for age 12 and older. A similar program geared for youngsters is offered Oct. 26 and 27. Call to reserve your ticket: 928779-4395.

Details: 7, 8 and 9 p.m. Friday-Tuesday, Oct. 26-30. Riordan Mansion State Historic Park, 409 W. Riordan Road, Flagstaff. $15. azstateparks.com/riordan -mansion.

Halloween Party at Kartchner Caverns

Support the local community and bring the kids out for some Halloween fun. There will be games, crafts, prizes and a chance to learn something about our favorite Halloween animal, the bat. Don’t forget to dress up. Meet at the group ramada.

Details: 5-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26. Kartchner Caverns State Park, 2980 S. State Route 90, Benson. $7 per vehicle or bring at least one non-perishable food for each member of your party. Food donations go to the Benson Food Bank. azstateparks.com/kartchner.

Hangar 24 Lake Havasu Airfest

What not to do at this brewery-sponsored airshow: Drink an amount that makes it difficult to look up without toppling over, otherwise you’ll miss the amazing aerobatics. The annual event takes full advantage of Hangar 24’s theming as well as its brewery and grill’s convenient location next to the Lake Havasu City Airport.

Details: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27. Lake Havasu City Airport, 5600 Old State Highway 95. $17$100. 928-846-4447, www.hangar24airfest.com.

London Bridge Days

Marching bands, homemade floats and Shriners doing what Shriners do best – it’s everything you’d want in a parade. It also happens to celebrate Lake Havasu City’s architectural centerpiece, the London Bridge. The parade doesn’t actually go over the bridge, but it takes place in the vicinity.

Details: 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27. Along McCulloch Boulevard North from Acoma Boulevard to Capri Boulevard, Lake Havasu City. Free. 928-486-6884, golake havasu.com/event/london-bridge-days-parade.

Gloween

Enjoy the last Glow! of the season, an event bringing together visual, performance and musical artists among creating illumination. Visitors are encouraged to wear glowing costumes to become more than just bystanders. Watch performances or wander among 5 acres of lighted trails. Food is available for purchase.

Details: 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27. Triangle L Ranch, 2805 N. Triangle L Ranch Road, Oracle. $21.44, $12.86 for ages 4-12, $75.04 for car pool (up to four adults). www.triangleLranch.com.

Guided Bird Walk

An experienced guide leads this bird walk. He will help you spot and identify birds that live and visit the park. Novices and seasoned birders will enjoy this event. Please bring binoculars and a bird book if you have one. This walk lasts several hours. Meet at the picnic area.

Details: 7:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 28. Catalina State Park, 11570 N. Oracle Road, Tucson. $7, $4 for ages 713, free for 6 and younger. azstateparks.com/catalina.

Day of the Dead: Tubac

This celebration honors ancestors and the community. Create an ofrenda, or altar, to be displayed throughout the community. There will be face painting, live music, Dia de Los Muertos presentations, food vendors, mariachi and other performances and crafts for kids. In the afternoon a procession will march through the streets to the Tubac cemetery and end with a symbolic bonfire in the Sculpture Garden at the K. Newby Gallery. Participants are encouraged to come in costume, have their faces painted and bring mementos of loved ones to memorialize in the parade and at the bonfire.

Details: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28. Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, 1 Burruel St., Tubac. $8, $2 for ages 7-13, free for age 6 and younger. 520-398-2252 or azstateparks.com/tubac.