55 fun events happening in Tucson this weekend

'Tis the weekend for an Indigenous market, a chance to shop vintage clothing, the grand opening of a new witchy space, an outdoor roller disco, a Selena music and movie combo, and two road trip-worthy events in Sonoita.

Of course, things can change quickly these days. Check for the latest info before heading out!

Sonoran Restaurant Week

Nearly 100 local restaurants are participating in this year's Sonoran Restaurant Week, a 10-day celebration of food in Southern Arizona. Participating restaurants will offer prix fixe menus discounted by 25%.

When: Now through Sept. 15

Where: Various restaurants. See participating restaurants here .

Cost: Menus are priced at $25-$55

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Gather A Vintage Market Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this four-day market.

When:

Where: Gather A Vintage Market, 300 S. Park Ave.

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Sonoran Cinema at Tohono Chul

Visit Tohono Chul's Sonoran Cinema for an indoor screening of Disney's "Coco." Get cotton candy and popcorn from the concession stands!

When:

Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte

Cost:

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Beyond Jelly: Prickly Pear Fruit

Cookbook author Carolyn Niethammer will teach you how to juice prickly pear fruit during this event at the Presidio Museum. She'll also demonstrate a handful of quick recipes that aren't jelly.

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Where: Presidio Museum, 196 N. Court Ave.

Cost:

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Goonfest 2024

Dragoon Brewing Co. is hosting an Oktoberfest celebration that they're dubbing Goonfest. Expect live music from Tucson Symphony Orchestra, a lederhosen contest and food from Haus of Brats. Rae's Burgers and Kim's Confections will also be onsite!

When:

Where: Dragoon Brewing Co., 1859 W. Grant Road

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks

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Gasolina at The Rialto Theatre

The traveling "Gasolina" reggaeton dance party is making its return to The Rialto.

When:

Where: The Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St .

Cost: $20-$22. This event is for ages 18 and up.

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Cider Flights at Bawker Bawker

Local cider house Bawker Bawker is celebrating its fourth anniversary with two fun flights! On Sept. 13, get three ciders paired with gelato. On Sept. 14, get three ciders paired with mini gluten-free cupcakes.

When:

Where: Bawker Bawker Cider House, 400 N. Fourth Ave .

Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door for gelato flights; $15 in advance, $20 at the door for cupcake flights

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Desert Streams Showcase

A locally-sourced music streaming service launched by the Pima County Public Library earlier this year is coming to life with live performances. Desert Streams Live will feature four of the 25 artists now represented on the online platform, which runs the gamut from world music and blues to folk and pop-rock.

When:

Where: Groundworks, 2919 E. Grant Road

Cost: Free to attend

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Celestia Collective Grand Opening

Celestia Collective, Tucson's new witchy community space and coffee shop, is hosting its grand opening! Expect three days of festivities including flash tattoos, food trucks, crafts, music and giveaways.

When:

Where: Celestia Collective, 657 W. St Marys Road

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food, coffee and shopping

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Friday the 13th Tattoo Party

Lonely Angel Tattoo Studio is hosting a party this Friday the 13th, set to feature flash tattoos, a DJ, drink specials, live painting, tarot readings and a performance by The Ladies of Lilith.

When:

Where: Proper Shops, 300 E. Congress St.

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and tattoos

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Art Cart with Caroline Martin

Local artist and teacher Caroline Martin is sharing her love of art with the community. She recently started an art cart, where she brings craft supplies to cafes in Tucson. Choose from three self-guided crafts!

When:

Where: The Korean Rose, 6118 E. Speedway

Cost: Crafts at the art cart range from $5-$15

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Tasting History: Pomegranates

Learn all about pomegranates, including their history and many varieties.

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Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane

Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted

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Fall Happy Hour with The Moonstone

We're baaaack! Over the summer, #ThisIsTucson curated a happy hour menu at The Moonstone, Tucson's highest rooftop bar. Now we're doing it again for fall, this time with new specials on food and cocktails. Two local vendors will be at each happy hour date, selling items like crocheted plushies, safety keychains and jewelry.

When:

Where: The Moonstone inside Graduate Tucson, 930 E. Second St.

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food, drinks and shopping

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Chocolate Factory Tour If you love "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," this might be your dream come true. Though not as extravagant as Willy Wonka's facility, take a tour of Monsoon Chocolate's factory to learn how the chocolate is made.

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Where: Monsoon Chocolate, 234 E. 22nd St.

Cost:

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Tucson Ghost Tour

Take a tour through downtown Tucson after dark, all while hearing haunted stories of spots around town.

When:

Where: Downtown Tucson, detailed directions will be emailed upon ticket purchase

Cost:

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Saint Corazón Album Release Show

Local musician Jacob Acosta is releasing a new album! Join him alongside musician Gabrielle Pietrangelo at Hotel Congress for the album release party.

When:

Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.

Cost: $18 in advance, $22 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Beginning Watercolor Class

Lorelai's Literacy Foundation is hosting a workshop where you'll have the chance to learn watercolor basics.

When:

Where: Centre Stage Studio, 10370 N. La Cañada Dr.

Cost: $50, includes a charcuterie plate. Call 520-977-8707 to RSVP.

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Workshops at Libra & Thorn Metaphysical art shop Libra & Thorn is hosting three events this weekend: a sound bath ceremony, a tarot reversals workshop and a class on crafting cornhusk dolls.

When:

Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road

Cost: $25-$40

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Traveler's Tales Demonstration

Learn how people found their way around Southern Arizona before the days of GPS. You'll see maps, compasses and an astrolabe on display, plus a re-enactor will tell stories of the people who used the tools.

When:

Where: Presidio Museum, 196 N. Court Ave.

Cost: Included with admission, which is $9 for adults, $6 for kids ages 6-13

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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater

Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.

When:

Where: Dante's Fire, 2526 E. Grant Road

Cost: $49 without dinner, $89 with dinner

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Indigenous Market Local artist Josie Rios is hosting the fourth Indigenous Market where you can expect to find around 35 Indigenous vendors selling items like jewelry, apparel, baked goods and more.

When:

Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food

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Oro Valley Movies on the Lawn

Catch a free outdoor screening of "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem."

When:

Where: Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center, 10555 N. La Cañada Dr.

Cost: Free to attend

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DreamNight 2024

Reid Park Zoo is hosting DreamNight, a private event for kids with specialized health-care needs, chronic illnesses and disabilities, as well as their parents and siblings. Expect pictures with superheroes and princesses, interactive docent stations and a fire truck!

When:

Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court

Cost: Free to attend

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Prom Night at Playformance

Playformance is hosting a throwback prom as a fundraiser for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Enjoy a night of dancing and games.

When:

Where: Location TBA upon ticket purchase

Cost: $80 per couple. This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Retro Game Show Night

Enjoy an evening of off-the-cuff (and sometimes NSFW) comedy that pays homage to old TV game shows with a funky twist.

When:

Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.

Cost: $19.06. This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Desert Haze Market

Shop all kinds of vintage clothing when this market pops up at Hotel Congress, this time also featuring music by Jenny Don't and the Spurs.

When:

Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.

Cost: $5, bring money for shopping

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Music & Movies: Selena

Tucson band Las Azaleas will take the Fox stage to sing hits by Selena. Afterwards, watch a screening of the 1997 movie "Selena."

When:

Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St.

Cost:

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Tucson Hip Hop Awards The Tucson Hip Hop Awards are back for another year, presented by DJ Jahmar. There will be live performances and awards in more than 25 categories.

When:

Where: The Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St .

Cost: $15-$20

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Queer Storytelling Event Tucson Queerstory is hosting a storytelling event, inviting the community to share stories about their queer experiences in Tucson. The stories will be archived for historical records.

When: Noon on Saturday, Sept. 14

Where: Bumsted's, 1003 N. Stone Ave.

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks

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Mexican Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day at the Presidio Museum with an evening of dance, music, a lecture, face painting and traditional Mexican clothing for sale.

When:

Where: Presidio Museum, 196 N. Court Ave.

Cost: Free to attend

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Sabino Canyon Night Tours

Take a ride through Sabino Canyon after dark! The tour features a narrative program in English and Spanish with details about Sabino Canyon's history, fauna and flora.

When:

Where: Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road

Cost: $15 per adult, $8 per child ages 3 to 12

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Science at Sunset: International Observe the Moon Night Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium is hosting a special night event to observe and celebrate the moon. Expect telescopes, tours of Steward Observatory, science demonstrations, planetarium shows and a lecture.

When:

Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd .

Cost:

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Art After Dark at Children's Museum Tucson

Each month, Children's Museum Tucson hosts Art After Dark with local arts groups and free admission!

When:

Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.

Cost: Free to attend

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Double Diamond Disco

Celebrate three years of the Double Diamond Disco with an anniversary party featuring burlesque, disco and drag.

When:

Where: The Jackrabbit Lounge, 2000 N. Oracle Road

Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Tucson Repair Cafe

Need something fixed? Bring it to the Tucson Repair Cafe to be fixed for free! All items are welcome.

When:

Where: Xerocraft Makerspace, 101 W. Sixth St.

Cost: Free to attend

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Year 7 Celebration at Button Brew House

Button Brew House is celebrating its seventh anniversary with a day of food trucks, beer releases and performances.

When: Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14

Where: Button Brew House, 6800 N. Camino Martin

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks

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Music in the Park

Arizona Symphonic Winds is hosting a fall concert series, this time featuring special guests. Bring your own chairs and blankets!

When:

Where: Udall Park, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road

Cost: Free to attend

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Hella Fitzgerald at Hotel McCoy

In Phase Entertainment will be setting up poolside at Hotel McCoy, featuring several local DJs including Hella Fitzgerald.

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Where: Hotel McCoy, 720 W. Silverlake Road

Cost: Get a pool pass from Resort Pass for $20

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Cafecito and Chisme

Tucson Creative Comadres, a local group for Latina creatives and entrepreneurs, is hosting a hangout all about sustainable fashion, including eco-friendly tips. Bring gently used clothes for a clothing swap afterwards.

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Where: Community Investment Corporation, 2033 E. Grant Road

Cost: Free to attend

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Pink Moon's 2nd Birthday Bash

Local shop Pink Moon Mercantile is celebrating its second anniversary! Stop by for a custom trucker hat bar, permanent jewelry, snacks and raffles.

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Where: Pink Moon Mercantile, 845 N. Park Ave.

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Desert Rose Social Club x Sweat House Event

Local social club Desert Rose is collaborating with Sweat House for an afternoon of fitness, including a 30-minute boxing class and 30-minute barre class, followed by a wellness talk.

When: Noon to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14

Where: Sweat House, 3250 N. Campbell Ave.

Cost:

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Free Succulent Saturday

Although kids always get to plant for free at Four Arrows Garden, the nursery hosts "Free Succulent Saturday" each quarter where everyone can take home a free two-inch succulent. Food trucks will be onsite!

When:

Where: Four Arrows Garden, 13499 E. Success Dr.

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants and food

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Goat yoga

Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!

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Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road ; and Silverbell Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road

Cost:

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Music on the Mountain

For years, Mount Lemmon was home to a weekly concert series. The series went on hiatus in 2013, but it's back for the season and beyond, featuring live music Saturdays through October.

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Where: Mount Lemmon Lodge, 12833 N. Sabino Canyon Park

Cost: Free to attend

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Great Crush Festival

If you've ever wanted to stomp some grapes, now's your chance. The Great Crush Festival is taking place at AZ Hops and Vines in Sonoita, with grape stomping, live music, food and wine.

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Where: AZ Hops and Vines, 3450 Highway 82 , Sonoita

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks

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Green Chile Fest

Celebrate all things green chile at this festival in Sonoita, which will feature The Meading Room's famous spicy green chile wine, plus live music and food. Fresh chiles will be roasted on site, too!

When:

Where: The Meading Room, 3470 Highway 82 , Sonoita

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks

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Painted Journal Cover Workshop

Pima County Master Gardeners are leading this workshop where you'll create a painted garden journal. You'll also learn about the importance of record-keeping for garden success!

When:

Where: Pima County Master Gardeners, 4210 N. Campbell Ave.

Cost:

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Bachata Social Dance Night

Put on your dancing shoes for a night of music and mingling! Enjoy a bachata class followed by social dancing.

When:

Where: Tucson Creative Dance Center, 3131 N. Cherry Ave.

Cost: $15, cash or Venmo

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Spinnin' Wheels Outdoor Roller Disco

DJ Herm will be rocking beats at this outdoor roller disco and dance party.

When:

Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento

Cost: $10. Bring your own skates!

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Burrito Run The Sunnyside Foundation is kicking off its Gives Week activities with the 5K Burrito Run. Of course, a burrito will be waiting for you at the finish line. Afterwards, peruse the health and wellness fair where more than two dozen organizations will be in attendance.

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Where: Mission Manor Park, 5900 S. 12th Ave.

Cost: $20-$30. Free for kids to participate in the non-competitive 5K; free to attend the health fair

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Silent Reading Party Each month, the Pima County Library hosts a silent reading party. Find a cozy and quiet spot to read in the company of others.

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Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.

Cost: Free to attend

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Broom Crafting at Monsoon Mystics

Create a modern witch's tool for protection and cleansing. You'll craft a 12-inch hand broom during this workshop. All supplies are included!

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Where: Monsoon Mystics, 657 W. St Marys Road

Cost:

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You Say It, We Play It! With The Tributaries

Audience members will have a say in what songs The Tributaries play at The Gaslight Music Hall this Sunday.

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Where: The Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N. Oracle Road

Cost: $27 for adults, $15 for kids ages 2-12

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TKMA Presents: Sunday Patio Sets

The Tucson Kitchen Musicians Association, aka the folks who put on the Tucson Folk Festival each spring, are hosting a concert featuring songwriters Eric Ramsey and Eric Schaffer.

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Where: Monterey Court, 505 W. Miracle Mile

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for brunch

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Cat Bingo at El Jefe Cat Cafe

Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe, all while playing bingo!

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Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.

Cost: $14, reservations required

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Gloria was born and raised in Tucson and is a 2018 University of Arizona grad. From wildflowers to wildlife, she loves all things Tucson and hopes to share her love of the city with readers

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