You have to start thinking about the weekend.
This weekend is the beginning of the summer vacation so it has to be awesome. Maybe you can stop by Old Tucson. They're offering free admission to children 11 years and under all weekend. Or just do anything on this list.
Don't forget to check back with us next week for a list of things to do almost every day of June.
Celebrate summer vacation at Trail Dust Town
Parents can do some produce shopping at the farmers market while kids run around and enjoy the Trail Dust Town rides (starting at 9 a.m.). Get a $6 wristband for unlimited ferris wheel, carousel and train rides. There will be live music and a petting zoo. 😍
Find more information here.
When: Friday, May 26, 8 a.m. to noon
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd.
Cost: Event is free to attend. Pick up a $6 wristband for unlimited rides.
Frida al Fresco ... again
Do you love Frida Kahlo? Well, enjoy her exhibit at the Tucson Botanical Gardens while you can. Dress up as her, enjoy the farmer's market, the snacks and the activities. This is the last Frida al Fresco and the exhibit ends on Aug. 31.
Call (520) 884-5033 to make a reservation or pay for admission.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, May 26, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: Admission is $13 for adults, $12 for students/seniors/military, $7.50 for children between 4-17, and free for members and children 3 and under.
Drink and paint a beautiful landscape
This one's for the parents. You deserve a paint party and all the glasses of wine, so treat yo'self.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, May 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Cafe à La C'Art, 150 N. Main Ave.
Cost: $30
Watch "Moana" from the water
Bring your towel and your swimsuit. Mulcahy YMCA is playing "Moana" while you swim under the stars.
Find more information here.
When: Friday, May 26, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Mulcahy YMCA at Kino Community Center, 2805 E. Ajo Way
Cost: Event is free and open to all.
Buy a poster from The Loft
Is there something missing from your room? Maybe it's a rad movie poster. The Loft is selling movie posters for $5.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 27, 8-11 a.m.
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Event is free to attend. Movie posters are $5 each.
Get free stuff and a free bike mechanics class
Learn how to maintain your bike and then when you're done, you'll receive front/rear reflective bike tape and a free patch kit. You will also receive your choice of a helmet, bike light set, u-lock or a multi-tool set for free.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Ward VI Council Office, 3202 E. First St.
Cost: Class is free to attend. Call (520) 724-2453 or email Olga.Valenzuela-Ochoa@pima.gov to sign up.
The class is at the Ward VI Council Office, 3202 E. First St.
Whip out your vintage swimsuit and cat-eyed sunglasses
It's a 1960's beach party! There will be hula hooping, a watermelon-eating contest and live drawing by a local artist at the block party and it all benefits a good cause — a percentage goes to the Sonoran Desert Mountain Bikers.
Oh, and there will be booze. Drink tickets are $6 each for one beer, cocktail or coffee. Or pay $10 for two drink tickets.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 27, 6-9 p.m.
Where: 4th on 44th, 3790 E. 44th St.
Cost: Event is free to attend but there is a $5 suggested donation.
Enjoy live music at Mercado San Agustin
Nothing beats a nice patio, tacos from Seis, a margarita from Agustin Kitchen and live music. This is how you start the summer vacation off right.
Find more information here.
When: Saturday, May 27, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Mercado San Agustin, 100 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: Event is free to attend.
Sing songs with Mr. Nature
It's an interactive music hour, crafts and activities for your little ones.
Find more information here.
When: Sunday, May 28, 11 a.m. to noon
Where: Mildred & Dildred, 2905 E. Skyline Dr., #186
Cost: Event is free to attend.
