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Live storytelling with F*ST Female Storytellers
F*ST, Female* StoryTellers, is back with a night of live storytelling. This time, the night will be centered around the theme "Fool Me Twice."
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11
Where: The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Cost: $10
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Gather A Vintage Market
Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this four-day market.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, April 13-15; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 16
Where: Gather A Vintage Market, 300 S. Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Support Girl Scouts while enjoying innovative cookie-themed desserts!
The beloved signature event is back — celebrate the Girl Scout Cookie Program, downtown at The Monica. Taste and vote on desserts, spin the Wine Wheel, buy raffle tickets, and ensure that Girl Scouts have access to incredible skill-building opportunities here in Southern Arizona. Hurry, tickets are selling out fast!
"The Grieving Brain" talk and book signing
The University of Arizona Museum of Art is hosting Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor, author of "The Grieving Brain," as she discusses her book and connects it to their current exhibit, "Restored: The Return of Woman-Ochre," a painting by Willem de Kooning.
When: 5 p.m. Thursday, April 13
Where: Kachina Lounge at the UA Student Union, 1303 E. University Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
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Cirque Italia Water Circus
See aerial acts, balancing, contortionists and more at Cirque Italia, which features a custom-designed water stage.
When: April 13-23
Where: Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $10-$50
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A Western Experience at Old Tucson
Old Tucson hosted two attractions last year, Nightfall for Halloween and Yuletide over the holidays. But now Old Tucson has returned to its roots with "A Western Experience." There will be cowboy gunfights, musicals in the Grand Palace, historical tours, a petting zoo, rides and more.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays through May 7
Where: Old Tucson, 201 Kinney Road
Cost: $34 for adults, $17 for kids ages 5-11. Admission includes all shows, rides and attractions. It's recommended to purchase tickets in advance.
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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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"La tragédie de Carmen" at the Fred Fox School of Music
This 90-minute opera is Peter Brook’s adaptation of Georges Bizet’s classic French tragedy "Carmen," incorporating elements of the original Prosper Mérimée novella.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 14; 3 p.m. Sunday, April 16
Where: Crowder Hall, 1017 N. Olive Road
Cost: $20
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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: 4-6 p.m. Fridays
Where: BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggested
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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. and 7:45 p.m. Fridays
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $14.94 for general admission, $28.33 to participate. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Mini-Master LEGO Building Competition
Watch as teams create masterpieces, surrounding a mystery theme, with LEGOs! Tucsonans Emily and Liam, who were featured in a recent season of the TV show LEGO Masters will judge the contest.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 15
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: Audience viewing is included with garden admission, which is $15 for adults and $8 for kids.
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Shrek Rave
You might have seen this viral rave on TikTok — the Shrek-themed rave has now made its way to Tucson.
When: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 15
Where: The Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St.
Cost: $42 for the floor, $49 for the balcony. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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La Encantada Fine Art Festival
Head over to this art festival to see metalwork, clothing, paintings and more fine art. The festival will also feature live art demonstrations and music.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 15; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 16
Where: La Encantada Shopping Center, 2905 E. Skyline Dr.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Traditional O'odham Agriculture at Mission Garden
Attend this event to learn about Tohono O'odham agricultural practices, including demonstrations and talks about traditional crops like corn, beans and squash.
When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 15
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend with a $5 suggested donation
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Tucson Zine Fest
Tucson Zine Fest is a celebration of self publishers creating zines, comics and other printed art. You'll find vendors like Tanline Printing and Outspokin' & Bookish.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 15
Where: Subspace, 101 W. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Fiesta Sahuarita
Celebrate the culture and history of Sahuarita with more than 100 vendors, food trucks, live music, a kid-friendly water zone and more. A drone show will close out the night.
When: 2-8 p.m. Saturday, April 15
Where: Anamax Park, 17501 S. Camino de las Quintas, Sahuarita
Cost: Free to attend
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Family Saturdays with Watershed Management Group
Head to Watershed Management Group for Family Saturdays where you'll learn how to create your own rain garden at home. After attending a 30-minute workshop, you'll get to take home a free rain garden kit! Plus, there will be story time and other activities for kids and teens.
When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, April 15
Where: Watershed Management Group, 1137 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
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Beer + Bikes
This bike ride goes along The Loop to 1912 Brewing Co. for a beer or two, followed by a bike ride back to Button Brew House for food truck bites.
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, April 1 and April 15
Where: Button Brew House, 6800 N. Camino Martin
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for brews and food
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with this class at Udall Park!
When: 10-11 a.m. Saturdays
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $25
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Jazz under the Stars at Tohono Chul
Visit Tohono Chul's Garden Bistro on Saturday nights through May 13 for cocktails, brews and bites, all while listening to local jazz.
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local makers and enjoy live music. While you're there, grab a bite to eat at one of the plaza's several eateries.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through April
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Cyclovia
Enjoy a day of car-free streets, where you can walk, bike or skate your way through Tucson neighborhoods. It's essentially a big block party where you'll find activity hubs and food vendors along the route.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 16
Where: Lost Barrio and Himmel Park area in midtown Tucson. See the route here.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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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: 10 a.m. Sunday, April 16
Where: Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, 7060 S. Tucson Blvd.
Cost: $20-$35
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A Taste of Pueblos del Maíz
Get ready for the Pueblos del Maíz festival in May with this preview event! There will be bocadito sandwiches, wine and spirits, and live music.
When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, April 16
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $60
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Nature at Night drag show
Miss Nature frequently hosts drag shows at Bumsteds with several performers. No two shows are the same! The April 2 show is a goth edition, while the April 16 show is for adults only.
When: 5 p.m. Sundays, April 2 and April 16
Where: Bumsteds, 1003 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: $12
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