Welcome reader.
We're so glad you're here because it's almost the freaking weekend. Cheers! 🍻
So, here's the deal, we love giving you a list of things to do. We love it so much that we write one up every month and every weekend.
Here's one for the weekend of April 7-9 ...
Don't forget that Spring Fling and lots of bike events are happening on top of what's on this list.
FRIDAY
Stamp Out Reality!
Lex Gjurasic will have her Stamp Out Reality! exhibit on display at Tiny Town Surplus from April 4-30 but she wants you to celebrate it with her on April 7. There will be refreshments and she's bringing candy.
Find more information here.
When: Opening party is Friday, April 7, 6-9 p.m. The exhibit runs from April 4 to April 30.
Where: Tiny Town Surplus, 408 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Party for the Planet at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
At this 21-and-over event called Party for the Planet, you get to drink, tour the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, go on a glow-in-the-dark hike and more.
The ticket includes eight beer, wine and liquor samples. Additional food and drink is available for purchase.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, April 7, 5:30-10 p.m.
Where: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Rd.
Cost: Advance general admission is $33, $30 for members and $25 for designated drivers. Tickets go up to $38 if you wait.
SATURDAY
Pet Fiesta at Reid Park
It's time to fiesta with your pet. Take your four-legged friend to Reid Park for games, entertainment, food trucks, AND CHIHUAHUA RACES ... !
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, April 8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Demeester Outdoor Performance Center, 900 S. Randolph Way
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Sabino Canyon Sunrise Bazaar!
There will be vendors like Annotated Audrey Art, live music, cheesecake from Tracy's Irresistible Desserts, LLC and kombucha, to name a few.
Some vendors accept card. Bring cash to be safe.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, April 8, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 4980 N. Sabino Canyon Rd.
Cost: Event is free to attend. It's pet-friendly, too.
Where: 4980 N. Sabino Canyon Rd.
Free screening of "FernGully: The Last Rainforest"
Another free movie at The Loft and it's a good one. Do some activities and then buy some popcorn to watch "FernGully".
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, April 8, 9:15-11:30 a.m.
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Eggstravaganza at the International Wildlife Museum
After you've gone through the museum, take a photo with the Easter Bunny. There will also be crafts, games and a candy hunt at 11 a.m.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, April 8, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: International Wildlife Museum, 4800 W. Gates Pass Blvd.
Cost: Event is included in admission. Admission is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors (62 and over) and military with ID, $4 for children 4-12 and free for children 3 and under.
Admission is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors (62 and over) and military with ID, $4 for children 4-12 and free for children 3 and under
Family Pool Party at UA Campus Rec
It's warm enough for a swim. UA's Campus Recreation is hosting families who want to catch some rays, play in the water and snack on snowcones and popcorn for free. Join in the family activities and games and enter the raffle for awesome giveaways while you're there. Bring some cash for hot dogs and chips.
Students, this might be the day to avoid the pool.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, April 8, noon to 4 p.m.
Where: UA Campus Recreation Pool, 1400 N. Highland Ave.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Craftapalooza at Bookmans
It's spring time! It's time to decorate flower pots.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, April 8, 1-2 p.m.
Where: Bookmans Ina, 3733 W. Ina Rd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Learn about nutrition
Children 4-12 years old will learn about what foods keep them strong and healthy. Parents are welcome to join in the activities and try the treats.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, April 8, 3-4 p.m.
Where: Natural Grocers, 7220 E. Broadway Blvd.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Ride to Isabella's
Earn your ice cream by biking to it.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, April 8, 4-6 p.m.
Where: Starts on Ninth Street (west of Campbell Avenue) and ends at Isabella's Ice Cream, 210 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Bike ride is free to attend.
SUNDAY
GABA Spring Bike Swap
Ride your bike to the swap and learn about bikes, buy a bike and bike parts, or sell your bike. The Greater Arizona Bicycling Association (GABA) is bringing all the bike things together to one place making it easy for people interested in bikes.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, April 9, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Between Fourth Avenue and Sixth Avenue along Seventh Street, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Bring cash to buy bike things.
Between Fourth Avenue and Sixth Avenue along Seventh Street, 311 E. Seventh St.
Second Sundaze at Tucson Museum of Art
Here's your chance to experience the Tucson Museum of Art. Every second Sunday of the month, the museum is open and free to everyone. There are activities for the family, a mimosa bar and more.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, April 9, noon to 5 p.m.
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Princess Tea Party at Color Me Mine
Color Me Mine is having a Beauty and the Beast-themed paint and tea party. Your kiddo can go dressed up as their favorite princess to paint a Mrs. Potts and Chip tea cup. They will also get to enjoy some refreshments.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, April 9, 1-3 p.m.
Where: Color Me Mine at Park Place Mall, 5870 E. Broadway Blvd. #260
Cost: $40 per painter. Register here.
Crafternoon at Tap & Bottle
Get yourself and the kids out of the house. Go to Tap & Bottle with your latest craft project. Bring something to color, knit, paint, draw, or sculpt. This could be a fun thing to do with just your friends, too.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, April 9, 3-6 p.m.
Where: Tap & Bottle, 403 N. Sixth Ave., Suite 135
Cost: Event is free to attend but the beer isn't. Bring money for beer and wine.
Tucson Nerf War
"Bring your kids, shoot your least favorite." 😂 😂 The rules are listed on the Facebook Page.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, April 9, 4-6 p.m.
Where: Demeester Outdoor Performance Center, 900 S. Randolph Way
Cost: Event is free to attend.
