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Desert Survivors Plant Sale
During Desert Survivors' three plant sales throughout the year, all of their inventory is discounted. Members get 20% off, while the general public gets 10% off.
When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, March 5-9. Members can shop early on Saturday, March 2.
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Where: Desert Survivors Native Plant Nursery, 1020 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Night at the Alfie: Bennu Sample Debut
The University of Arizona Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum is unveiling a sample of Bennu, the asteroid collected by the OSIRIS-REx mission. The event features a special presentation by the mission's principal investigator Dante Lauretta.
When: 4:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 6
Where: University of Arizona Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum, 115 N. Church Ave.
Cost: $10
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Don't miss the 2024 Tucson Festival of Books!
Head to the Tucson Festival of Books on the University of Arizona Campus on March 9-10, 2024. Meet best-selling authors, explore interactive fun in Science City, stroll the midway packed with booksellers and local food vendors. Admission is FREE! You’ll find it all at the Tucson Festival of Books. Where words and imagination come to life!
"New Girl" Trivia Night
Test your knowledge in all things "New Girl" during this trivia night at Snakes & Lattes.
When: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, March 6
Where: Snakes & Lattes, 988 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $10 for general admission, $32 for a 4-person table
Visit the event page for more information.
First Thursday at Tucson Museum of Art
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every first Thursday of the month for pay-what-you-wish admission, gallery activities, live music and a cash bar. This month's event will also feature aura photo readings and food from You Sly Dog, Butter Lover and Sin Fronteras Coffee.
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, March 7
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Pay what you wish
Visit the event page for more information.
Last year, Your United Way of Tucson gave away 213,650 books to under-served children — for many of these families, they were the first and only children's books in their home.
United Way needs your help to continue supporting schools and reach even more children. United Way of Tucson is dedicated to improving educational and life outcomes for children, youth and young adults by advancing equity and excellence in education. Learn more here.
Odyssey Live Storytelling
Attend this live storytelling event to hear stories surrounding the theme of "legacy." This is Odyssey's 20th anniversary show!
When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7
Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15
Visit the event page for more information.
Safe Shift Store 3-Day Sale
The Safe Shift estate store, which helps raise funds for firefighters and first responders through the Greater Tucson Fire Foundation, opens its doors for three days each month. Past items for sale have included furniture, home decor, kitchen items, books and more.
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, March 7-9
Where: Safe Shift, 2801 E. Grant Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
The Southern Arizona Home Show Returns to the Convention Center
Three days only to shop, compare and save with hundreds of local, trusted home experts in kitchens and baths, flooring, windows, décor and more. This is the ideal place to find great deals, new ideas and practical advice to jump start your next home project. 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.
Art Corner with BICAS
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: 3-6 p.m. Thursdays
Where: BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggested
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Pop, Classic, Rockabilly — It's a Weekend of Rock N’ Roll at The Fox!
Australia’s own TEN TENORS return to the Fox stage TOMORROW (2/29) celebrating "Greatest Hits" — the most loved and requested songs they’ve performed across their 28-year history. Next up, FRIDAY (3/1) Classic Albums Live performs one of rock’s greatest albums, SUPERTRAMP’S BREAKFAST IN AMERICA as though you were listening to the full album from start to finish, faithfully recreating the iconic music, note for note, cut by cut. SUNDAY, 3-time Grammy award-winner BRIAN SETZER of Stray Cats fame and beyond, keeps the elemental Sun Records influences alive and kicking with Rockabilly Riot (hurry, tickets are going fast)!
Retro Rescue Vintage Market
Shop vintage items curated by the Humane Society of Southern Arizona's thrift store, alongside food trucks, live music and adoption specials for senior pets.
When: 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 8; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 9
Where: Humane Society of Southern Arizona, 635 W. Roger Road
Cost: $10 on March 8; free and open to the public on March 9
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Tasting History: Cardoon
Learn about the origins behind cardoon plants and how they became part of Tucson's agricultural and culinary traditions. Demonstrations are part of the fun.
When: 9-11 a.m. Friday-Saturday, March 8-9
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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Trivia at the Short Rest Tavern
Fridays are for trivia at the Short Rest Tavern, a hidden bar tucked inside Tucson Mall's Tucson Games and Gadgets. This March, test your knowledge in all things "Dune," "Kung Fu Panda," "Friends," D&D monsters and "Ghostbusters."
When: 7 p.m. Fridays
Where: Short Rest Tavern in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks. Tables are first come, first served. Park between Dillard's and Sears.
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Jazz under the Stars at Tohono Chul
Visit Tohono Chul's Garden Bistro on Friday and Saturday nights through May 11 for cocktails, brews and bites, all while listening to local jazz.
When: 5-8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through May 11
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Funbox
Dubbed the world's biggest bounce park, Funbox is currently in town with its 25,000 square feet of jumping zones and 10 play areas.
When: Weekends through April 7
Where: Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $19-$28
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Plant Swap
Head to the Fourth Avenue Coalition Space for a plant swap, plus enter a raffle to benefit the Pima Animal Care Center.
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 9
Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring plants to swap
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Egg Hop Hunt
Tucson Parks and Recreation is hosting an egg hunt with crafts, games, face painting and other activities.
When: 8 a.m. Saturday, March 9
Where: Quincie Douglas Center, 1575 E. 36th St.
Cost: Free to attend
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Art After Dark at Children's Museum Tucson
Each month, Children's Museum Tucson hosts Art After Dark with local arts groups and free admission!
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Tucson Repair Cafe
Need something fixed? Bring it to the Tucson Repair Cafe to be fixed for free! All items are welcome.
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, March 9
Where: Xerocraft Makerspace, 101 W. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend
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2nd Saturdays
Check out food trucks, live music and local makers during this monthly outdoor street festival.
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, March 9
Where: Downtown Tucson along East Congress Street
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Second Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch
The second Saturday of every month is special at Steam Pump Ranch. Find historic tours of the grounds, a bike swap, demonstrations led by Archaeology Southwest, crafts for kids, vendors selling their artwork and a farmers market.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 9
Where: Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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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.
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, March 9
Where: Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for kids
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local makers from silversmiths to candle makers.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. Among this month's tours: see murals around downtown, check out Barrio Viejo and learn about historical architecture.
When: Various dates, check out the calendar here.
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $30. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!
When: 9-10 a.m. or 2-3 p.m. select Saturdays and Sundays in March
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road; and Silverbell Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $25
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Fruit Cocktail Lounge
Head downtown for an LGBTQ+ cocktail party and social at The Century Room at Hotel Congress! Enjoy cocktails, small plates and entertainment.
When: 4 p.m. Sunday, March 10
Where: The Century Room, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $10. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Mercado Flea
Check out more than 45 vendors selling antique and vintage items at the Mercado Flea.
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month through May.
Where: Mercado District, 100 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Second SundAZe at TMA
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every second Sunday for pay-what-you-wish admission. Enjoy art-making, gallery activities, family yoga and a performance by Ballet Rincon's Youth Ensemble.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 10
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Pay what you wish
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Sunday Vibe & Sip
This event happens every second Sunday at Hotel McCoy, featuring local vendors, music, games and giveaways.
When: 3-8 p.m. Sunday, March 10
Where: Hotel McCoy, 720 W. Silverlake Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping, food and drinks
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