We found all the must-attend events going on this weekend and split them up into categories. It's easier to find what you're looking for.
For the family
Children play in a large area with foam blocks to build and jump on during Tucson Parks and Recreation 5th annual Family Festival in the Park at Reid Park on Saturday November 20, 2010.
Family fun for all
You and your family have to take advantage of all the free stuff at the Family Festival in the Park. Get into the Reid Park Zoo for free, enjoy a free swim at Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center (starts at noon), learn golf during the free 10-minute golf instruction at the Randolph Driving Range, get your face painted and more.
What: Family Festival in the Park
When: Saturday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m-2 p.m.
Where: Reid Park, west of the Reid Park Zoo on 22nd Street and Country Club Road
Cost: The event and activities are free but it is encouraged to bring non-perishables to benefit the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. There will be local food vendors available for snack and lunch purchases.
Attend a pumpkin smash
Unfortunately, you don't get to smash the pumpkins but you get to watch the animals smash them and that's pretty dang cute.
Nandi plays with a pumpkin. -- Credit: Reid Park Zoo
What: SMASH BASH
When: Sunday, Nov. 20, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Ct.
Cost: Regular admission; $10.50 for adults (15-61), $8.50 for seniors (62+), $6.50 for children (2-14) and children under 2 are free.
Admission: $10.50 for adults (15-61), $8.50 for seniors (62+), $6.50 for children (2-14) and free for children under 2.
Walk then fun
The first ever Fall into Winter: Family Fun Walk and Day in the Park is this weekend. Start with a family-friendly walk and then jump in the bounce houses, enjoy the food trucks, listen to music and more.
What: Fall into Winter: Family Fun Walk and Day in the Park
When: Sunday, Nov. 20, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: River Front Park, 551 W. Lambert Lane
Cost: The walk is free. Purchase a pass for accessing the after-the-walk fun, find passes here.
Hide yo electronics
Analog Day is coming to Exo and Tap & Bottle. Take a book, your unfinished novel, sketchbook or anything that doesn't involve technology and spend two hours unplugged.
What: Analog Hour at T&B and Exo!
When: Sunday, Nov. 20, 1-3 p.m.
Where: Tap & Bottle, 403 N. 6th Ave. #135
Cost: Free, unless you buy coffee or a beer.
Let your little performer shine
La Cocina hosts kid-friendly open mic nights all the time and it's back this weekend. Kids 13-and-under can take the stage by themselves or with someone to perform their favorite song. Sign ups start at 4:20 p.m. and on a first-come, first-served basis. If your kid doesn't want to perform, there will be a craft corner and face painting.
4-year-old Lois Letson singing into a microphone in La Cocina's courtyard last summer.
What: Kids' Open Mic at LaCo | November
When: Sunday, Nov. 20, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: La Cocina Restaurant & Cantina, 201 N. Court Ave.
Cost: Free
For the exercise-obsessed
Learn samba
Need a workout that isn't zumba or yoga? Movement Culture is bringing you a professional samba teacher from Brazil to teach you samba.
What: Rio Style Samba Dance Class w/ Raquel
When: Friday, Nov. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Movement Culture, 435 E. 9th St.
Cost: $10
Bike like everyone's watching
One of the biggest Tucson events is back. El Tour de Tucson attracts bicyclists from all over the world. Participate in the race or cheer from the sidelines.
What: El Tour de Tucson
When: Saturday, Nov. 19, times vary by distance.
Where: Pick your distance here.
Cost: Find registration information here. Registration ends Friday, Nov. 18 at 8 p.m.
Find the Frequently Asked Questions here.
For the Harry Potter nerd
Nerd out with other Potter fans
Celebrate films that were books first with Casa Film Bar every Saturday. Watch Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix while enjoying a beer (maybe a Harry Potter-themed beer).
Casa Video
What: Books to Film Saturdays Harry Potter
When: Saturday, Nov. 19, 7 p.m.
Where: Casa Video and Casa Film Bar, 2905 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Watch the movie for free and pay for beer.
For the DIY-er
Decorate your home with a pallet garden
Green Things will teach you how to make your own pallet garden (so hip!). Bring your own supplies or buy them there.
What: Pallet Garden Class
When: Saturday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Green Things, 3384 E. River Rd.
Cost: Free, unless you buy supplies.
For the over 21-year-olds
Feel fancy
Sip on a classic cocktail in an old elevator car at Loews Ventana Canyon.
What: Loews Traveller Bar
When: Every Friday through December, Nov. 18, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. Resort Dr.
Cost: Bring your ID and some money for cocktails. Check out the cocktails here.
Bring your ID and some money for cocktails
Satisfy your sweet tooth
Wine. Beer. Dessert. Oh my! All your favorites come together at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort for the Sweet Charity Dessert Challenge. It's going to be sweet!
What: Sweet Charity Dessert Challenge
When: Friday, Nov. 18, 6 p.m.
Where: Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. Resort Dr.
Cost: $45 per person
Bring your sweet tooth.
Hide behind a mask
Espresso Art Café's annual Black Tie Party is a masquerade. Dress up, enjoy live music and hang out with friends.
What: Masquerade Winter Formal
When: Friday, Nov. 18, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Espresso Art Café, 942 E. University Blvd.
Cost: Entry is free but the drinks will cost you.
