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The Slaughterhouse
Tucson's haunted house The Slaughterhouse is open for a few more days of scares with ghouls, butchers, chainsaws and clowns, also featuring a zombie shooting experience, mini escape rooms and axe throwing.
When: Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 2
Where: The Slaughterhouse, 1102 W. Grant Road
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Cost: $29 and up
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All Souls Festival
Metaphysical shop The Ninth House is celebrating new ownership with a grand reopening filled with readings, vendors, crafts, aura photography and mini sound healing sessions.
When: Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 31-Nov. 3
Where: The Ninth House, 2563 E. Fort Lowell Road
Cost: Free to attend; some events are ticketed, like a death cafe
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🐶🏆 National Dog Agility Championship is coming to Tucson Nov. 6-10
Watch the nation’s top canine athletes compete as they race through obstacle courses with their human partners. Admission is FREE with the action starting at 9 a.m. daily. Spectators can also enjoy other canine sports including rally obedience, dock diving and disc dog. Find more information here!
Tucson Ghost Tour
Take a tour through downtown Tucson after dark, all while hearing haunted stories of spots around town.
When: 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 2, then Fridays in November
Where: Downtown Tucson, detailed directions will be emailed upon ticket purchase
Cost: $25
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Discovery Nights at Children's Museum Tucson
Visit Children's Museum Tucson for a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.
When: 5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Join the Tucson Museum of Art for a campus-wide Block Party to celebrate the museum's centennial 🎉
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, guests can enjoy hands-on experiences for all ages along with food vendors, music, art-making activities, a reading by artist-author Mele Martinez and community partners including This Is Tucson, the Chinese Chorizo Project, the Mexican American Heritage and History Museum, the Tucson Presidio Museum and FUGA Tucson. Learn more here!
All Souls Procession
More than 150,000 people head to Tucson's west side each year for the annual All Souls Procession, where attendees walk in remembrance of lost loved ones. The event started in 1990 when founder and local artist Susan Johnson was grieving the loss of her father.
When: The main procession takes place 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3. Other events, such as a procession of little angels, will take place Friday-Saturday, Nov. 1-2.
Where: The procession is south of Speedway, along Grande Avenue to the MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento. The front of the procession usually arrives in the Mercado District between 7 and 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Procession is free to attend, other events may have a fee.
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Chiles, Chocolate and Day of the Dead
Tohono Chul is hosting a two-day celebration in honor of Día de los Muertos. On the schedule: local vendors, performers, crafts, face painting and food.
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Nov. 1-2
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: $25 for adults, $7 for kids ages 4-12
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Consider the COMP 005 Study of a New Investigational Approach for Treatment-Resistant Depression
Many people who receive antidepressant treatment for their depression do not get an adequate response to these treatments. This is sometimes referred to as treatment-resistant depression or TRD. This study will explore whether an investigational medicine, COMP360, together with psychological support, is an effective treatment for people who have not been helped by prior treatments for their depression. Learn more here.
Tucson Celtic Festival & Scottish Highland Games
This festival is put on by the Tucson Celtic Festival Association, whose mission is to preserve and celebrate the heritage of Celtic people within the community. For nearly four decades, this festival has highlighted vendors, music, dance, food and more.
When: 5-9:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1; 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: Rillito Racetrack, 4502 N. First Ave.
Cost: General admission starts at $18, depending on the day.
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Galería Mitotera Presenta: Día de los Muertos
Galería Mitotera is organizing a pop-up market, a community ofrenda, crafts and an art show. Expect 13 featured artists and 10 featured vendors offering items like books, earrings and churros.
When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1
Where: Galería Mitotera, 1802 S. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Catch the action live!
Mexican Baseball Fiesta: International Series is at 📍Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium in Tucson from 📅 Nov. 1-3, 2024. Watch top Mexican teams battle it out on American soil in this thrilling international baseball showcase! 🎉 Tickets are on sale now. Come for the baseball, stay for the fiesta! 🌮⚾
Chinese Chorizo Festival
The Chinese Chorizo Festival extends into November this year, celebrating the lost historic food symbol of Chinese chorizo. Expect chorizo dishes at select restaurants in Tucson, plus an installation at the Tucson Museum of Art.
When: Select dates Nov. 1-10
Where: Various locations across Tucson
Cost: Varies based on event and menu item
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All Hallows Festival
This coffee shop meets witchy space is hosting this weekend's All Hallows Festival with vendors, drink specials, all-day loteria, crafts, flash tattoos, tarot readings and more.
When: Friday-Sunday, Nov. 1-3
Where: Celestia Collective, 657 W. St Marys Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for vendors, food and activities like flash tattoos
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Jurassic Quest
This is a dino lover's dream. Hop on a dinosaur's back, jump inside dino-themed bounce houses, create dinosaur crafts, dig for fossils and more.
When: Friday-Sunday, Nov. 1-3; noon to 6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost: $24 and up
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Creatures of the Night Halloween Party
Celebrate a belated Halloween at a party hosted by Tucson Foodie and The Jackrabbit Lounge featuring bites, themed cocktails and a costume contest.
When: 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1
Where: The Jackrabbit Lounge, 2000 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $10
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Hearts & Guitars Benefit
Hotel Congress is hosting Hearts & Guitars, a benefit concert for the Giovanni Terranella Heart Transplant Research Fund through Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Beyond live music, find a silent auction with items from local artists.
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Pop Nights
DJ Bex is spinning all the pop hits of your dreams, from Britney Spears and Madonna to Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish.
When: Midnight to 2 a.m. Fridays
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Nov. 1-2
Where: Dante's Fire, 2526 E. Grant Road
Cost: $49 without dinner, $89 with dinner
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. There's a long list of tours on the calendar for November, including tours of Barrio Viejo, the Turquoise Trail, Evergreen Cemetery, the University of Arizona and murals and public art.
When: Various dates, check out the calendar here.
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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Guitars Under the Stars at Tohono Chul
Every Friday and Saturday through November, Tohono Chul will be staying open late with live music, drinks and bites from the Garden Bistro.
When: 5-8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through Nov. 30
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Tucson Organic Gardeners Fall Fair
Head to this plant fair to find locally-grown plants and seeds from vegetables and herbs to flowers and native plants. There will be garden supplies and fertilizers for sale, too, plus you can get advice on gardening and composting while you're there.
When: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Arizona State School for the Deaf and Blind, 1200 W. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Park Place Street Art Festival
A community ofrenda is the centerpiece of this festival hosted by SAACA. Live art, chalk murals, mariachi music and a kids zone are all part of the fun.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Park Place Mall, 5870 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend
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VailFest
Head to this family-friendly festival featuring vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo and more activities geared toward kids.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Pima County Fairgrounds, 11300 S. Houghton Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food; parking is $8
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Sabor ng Bayan
Celebrate Filipino talent and culture with food, baked goods, crafts and live music during this market organized by home baker Ate Kei.
When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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The Holiday Marketplace at Harlow Gardens
Harlow Gardens is hosting a market in anticipation of the holiday season, featuring more than 60 artists.
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: Harlow Gardens, 5620 E. Pima St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Día de los Muertos Movie Night
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a free screening of "The Book of Life" at Evergreen Mortuary. While you're there, enjoy folklorico dancing, mariachi music, vendors and food trucks.
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Evergreen Mortuary, 3015 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Treasure House Estate Sale
Find antiques at the Tucson Museum of Art's upcoming Treasure House Estate Sale. There will be fine art, furniture, jewelry and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: 555 E. Wetmore Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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University of Arizona Band Day
The 71st annual UA Band Day is happening this weekend at Arizona Stadium! High school marching bands from across the Southwest will compete at the event in categories ranging from visual execution to musical presentation.
When: 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Arizona Stadium, 1 N. Championship Dr.
Cost: $15, buy tickets online or with cash at the gate
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Viva Dia De Los Muertos
In the 10th anniversary of this two-hour glow-in-the-dark dance show, audience members will learn about different rituals and customs throughout Mexico.
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost: $20 and up
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Free First Saturday
Valley of the Moon is opening its doors for free this Saturday for one last time to go trick-or-treating.
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Retro Trunk-or-Treat
Halloween isn't over until the last trunk-or-treat! Kids can build their own car and participate in costume contests, too. There will also be pet adoptions, games, food and raffles.
When: 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: St. Francis in the Foothills UMC, 4625 E. River Road
Cost: Free to attend
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'80s Dance Party at Surly Wench
Surly Wench Pub is hosting an '80s dance party. Wear your best '80s-themed attire!
When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where: Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $5. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Silent Adventures
Silent disco meets flash mob with Silent Adventures! Put on your headphones and dance your way through downtown Tucson. Each date has a different theme including Latin mix, '60s/'70s and '80s/'90s.
When: 4:30 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 2, Nov. 16, Nov. 23
Where: Downtown Tucson
Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for kids
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Stargazing with Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association
Join Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association for three stargazing events in Tucson this November.
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at Tucson Mountain Park; 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 at Agua Caliente Park; 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22 at Saguaro National Park East
Where: Tucson Mountain Park Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area, 2000 N. Kinney Road; Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road; Saguaro National Park East, 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail
Cost: Events are free to attend; park entrance fees may apply; registration is required for Agua Caliente and Tucson Mountain Park
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Oracle Artist Studio Tour
Take a road trip to Oracle and get to know more than a dozen artists in the area. You'll be able to tour artists' studios and purchase original artwork in 12 different Oracle locations.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 2-3
Where: Multiple locations in Oracle
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for artwork
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BICAS Crafternoons
Get free access to recycled bike art parts, tools and other materials and get creative! Once you're finished, you can donate your creation to BICAS or give a suggested donation to the nonprofit, if you're able to. Check in at the front counter before heading to the art area.
When: 1-4 p.m. Saturdays
Where: BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggested
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Foothills Community Markets
Visit this market to shop from vendors who have items like yard art, home decor, jewelry, baked goods and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Medella Vina Antique and Vintage Fair
Once a month, Medella Vina Ranch hosts an antique fair where you can shop vintage items from more than 100 vendors, plus take a break at an onsite food truck.
When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month
Where: Medella Vina Ranch, 4450 S. Houghton Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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The Hotel Congress Séance Experience
The Hotel Congress Séance Experience is a live recreation of a Victorian Era-theatrical séance "exactly as performed in 1800s" in the hotel's only third-floor room to survive its 1934 fire (be prepared to go up a few flights of stairs).
When: 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. and 9 p.m. Sundays
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 for general admission, $30 for VIP. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Conquer the Hill 2024
This event brings the community together to hike up Tumamoc Hill, representing that "while we all have unique challenges, we are not alone." Money raised through raffle tickets and apparel sales will benefit organizations I Am You 360, Teen Challenge Arizona, Tucson Veterans Serving Veterans and Masterpiece International.
When: 5:45-9:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: Tumamoc Hill
Cost: Free to attend
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Art Events with Caroline Martin
Local artist Caroline Martin recently started an art cart, where she brings craft supplies to different cafes. Choose from three self-guided crafts to complete at the cafes! She's also hosting a paint class in November where attendees will have the chance to paint atop a vinyl.
When: Various dates for art cart; paint class is 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: Various locations
Cost: Crafts at the art cart range from $5-$15; paint class is $35
Visit the art cart page or paint class page for more information.
Cat Events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe, all while playing bingo, enjoying a yoga session or immersing yourself in a sound bath.
When: Select Sundays in November for bingo and yoga; sound bath is 7-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $18 for yoga; $14 for bingo, reservations required; $25 for sound bath
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Explore nature through fun, hands-on exhibits at Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul
CMOV@TC has indoor and outdoor exhibits with daily activities and programming for kids and families that mesh with the environmental focus of Tohono Chul, teaching all about the culture, animals and plants of the Sonoran Desert!
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