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Trivia at Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.
Test your knowledge in all things "Twilight," "SpongeBob SquarePants," "Avatar: The Last Airbender" and musical movies at these trivia nights. Teams can have as many as five people!
When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Teams are signed up on a first come, first served basis. It's suggested to get there by 6 p.m. to secure your spot.
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Where: Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., 228 E. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend, recommended to buy a drink or two!
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Free Third Thursdays at MOCA
The third Thursday of the month is a party at MOCA. The art museum is open late with free admission, music from KXCI DJs, food from Sushi Hana and beer from Brick Box Brewery.
When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Tucson, 265 S. Church Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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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!
Minis & Sip
The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures is pairing miniatures with wine! Alongside wine and small snacks, you'll get to create your own miniature greenhouse scene.
When: 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21
Where: CATALYST in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $40. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Creative Kind & Friends Holiday Markets
Local shop Creative Kind had to close their brick-and-mortar space over the summer, but they'll offer in-person shopping for the holidays, also featuring other vendors.
When: Nov. 14-Dec. 22; 3-7 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays; excluding Thanksgiving weekend
Where: CATALYST in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
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!
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
Visit the event page for more information.
Fall Artisans Market
Back for its 43rd year, Tucson Museum of Art's Fall Artisans Market is set to feature more than 100 artists bringing their pottery, glasswork, jewelry and other artwork to the market space. The museum will have pay-what-you-wish admission during the market!
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Nov. 22-23; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
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! 🌮⚾
Milagro en el Barrio Comedy for Charity
This comedy show will help raise money to buy Christmas toys for kids.
When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22
Where: O'Malley's, 247 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $20
Visit the event page for more information.
Fire Show at Sky Bar
Cirque Collective Fire Troupe puts on a 20-minute fire show every fourth Friday, right outside of Sky Bar.
When: 8:15 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22
Where: Sky Bar, 536 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
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.
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.
Visit the event page for more information.
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 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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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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Fall Happy Hour with The Moonstone
Over the summer, we 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 jewelry and prints.
When: 5-7 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 8 and Nov. 22
Where: The Moonstone inside Graduate Tucson, 930 E. Second St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food, drinks and shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Events with Libra & Thorn
Metaphysical art shop Libra & Thorn is hosting a slew of events this November, including a sound bath ceremony, oracle journaling and a book club.
When: Various dates
Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $10-$45, depending on the event
Visit the event page for more information.
El Tour de Tucson
El Tour de Tucson has been around for more than four decades, bringing riders from around the globe to cycle the perimeter of the Old Pueblo. Ride day happens Nov. 23, but there's also a three-day expo and fiesta with vendors.
When: Saturday, Nov. 23 is ride day. The expo is Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 21-23
Where: The expo is held at the Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost: $15-$350 to ride. Expo is free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the event page for more information.
Desert Haze Market
Shop all kinds of vintage clothing when this market pops up at Hotel Congress.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
The All-Nite Scream-O-Rama!
The Loft Cinema's all-nighter horror event has one slogan: "pay to get in, pray to get out." From 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., The Loft will be playing nonstop scary movies.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway
Cost: $20
Visit the event page for more information.
Tucson Royal Princess Ball
Kids can attend this royal ball to meet with princesses, enjoy performances, stories and games, and learn some ballroom dance moves. The event is geared toward kids ages 3-7.
When: Noon to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23
Where: Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, 7060 S. Tucson Blvd.
Cost: $20-$30
Visit the event page for more information.
Desert Artisans Market
Shop from local makers when this market returns to Tucson Mall. The market is expected to feature around 30 vendors.
When: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23
Where: CATALYST in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Movie Night with Cats
Tucson's newest cat lounge is hosting movie nights! Watch "Coco" on Nov. 9 and "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" on Nov. 23, both alongside adoptable cats.
When: 7-9 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 9 and Nov. 23
Where: Hunter's Kitten Lounge, 5319 E. Speedway
Cost: $25, includes a drink and candy
Visit the event page for more information.
Laser Shows at Flandrau
Flandrau is hosting several different music-themed laser shows this November. Expect shows paired to the music of Taylor Swift, Prince, Beastie Boys, Daft Punk and Gorillaz.
When: Saturdays, Nov. 9 and Nov. 23
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $20.95, admission to science exhibits is included
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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
Visit the event page for more information.
Gather A Vintage Market
Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this market.
When: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 7-9; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10; also open Nov. 16-17, Nov. 23-24 and Nov. 30 for the holidays.
Where: Gather A Vintage Market, 300 S. Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Crafts at Colliope Co
Local shop and art space Colliope Co has a long list of craft workshops on the agenda for November, both holiday-themed and not.
When: Various dates in November
Where: Colliope Co, 2706 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $30-$55, depending on the class
Visit the event page for more information.
Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!
When: 10 a.m. select Saturdays and Sundays
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road; and Silverbell Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $25
Visit the event page for more information.
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
Visit the event page for more information.
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
Visit the event page for more information.
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.
Visit the event page for more information.
Fulta & Friends Cocktail Cabaret
From the team behind the LGBTQ+ cocktail hour Fruit Cocktail Lounge comes Fulta & Friends Cocktail Cabaret, an afternoon of music and comedy hosted by queen Fulta Burstyn.
When: 3-6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24
Where: Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: $10
Visit the event page for more information.
Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert
Presented by Arizona Arts Live, "Avatar: The Last Airbender" is coming to Tucson with a two-hour series recap featuring live versions of the soundtrack.
When: 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24
Where: Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $35 and up
Visit the event page for more information.
Puzzle Race Mini Tournament
Spend your Sunday piecing together a jigsaw puzzle for a chance to win a prize! A non-alcoholic drink for each team member is included, in addition to a shareable snack. You'll also get to take home a 500-piece puzzle.
When: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24
Where: Snakes & Lattes, 988 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $20 for a 2-person table; $35 for a 4-person table
Visit the event page for more information.
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
Visit the event page for more information.
Yuletide at Old Tucson
Old Tucson is hosting a holiday experience that will highlight "the unique Wild West history of Old Tucson" with live shows, interactive experiences and period costumes.
When: Select dates Nov. 26-Jan. 4
Where: Old Tucson, 201 Kinney Road
Cost: $39 for adults, $24 for kids ages 5-12
Visit the event page for more information.
Lotería y Mas
Corbett's is hosting Lotería y Mas, an event featuring a DJ, a game of lotería and Hispanic-owned businesses setting up shop.
When: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27
Where: Corbett's, 340 N. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food, drinks and shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
LightsUp! A Festival of Illumination
Kick off the holiday season with a stroll through the Tucson Botanical Gardens. There will be luminaria displays and 1 million twinkling lights.
When: 6-9:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday, Nov. 29 through Jan. 12; closed Christmas
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: $23 and up, depending on the day
Visit the event page for more information.
Metal Fest
191 Toole is hosting Metal Fest as part of its Local Love Presents series. The concert features a local lineup of musicians.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29
Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: $5-$8, this event is for ages 21 and up
Visit the event page for more information.
Ride with FUGA
Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, which advocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for Tucson's south-side and west-side communities.
When: 9-11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10; 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29
Where: Ward 1, 940 W. Alameda St., on Nov. 10; El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road, on Nov. 29
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Black Owned Business Festival
Blax Friday, a local organization with a directory of Black-owned businesses throughout Arizona, is hosting its third Black Owned Business (BOB) Festival in November. The goal is to host more than 100 vendors and musicians this year.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30
Where: MLK Lot, 55 N. Fifth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the event page for more information.
Arts & Crafts Fair in Reid Park
This Arts & Crafts Fair held by Tucson Parks and Recreation boasts more than 140 vendors from the Southwest typically including painters, jewelers, photographers and more.
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 30-Dec. 1
Where: Reid Park, 920 S. Concert Place
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
The Bandit’s Western Market: 3rd Annual Cowboy Christmas
Shop small during this market organized by Beautiful Bandit Boutique. Beyond the 20 western-themed vendors, expect a brunch special with bottomless mimosas, a hot cocoa bar, photos with Santa and a raffle for Chicks 'N Chaps.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30
Where: Whiskey Roads, 2290 W. Ina Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and brunch
Visit the event page for more information.
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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