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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 "calm before the storm."
When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13
Where: The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave.
Cost: $10
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Trivia at Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.
Test your knowledge in all things "The Office," sports, "Succession" and "RuPaul's Drag Race" 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.
Where: Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., 228 E. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend, recommended to buy a drink or two!
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Tucson Parks and Recreation's fall 2024 leisure classes schedule boasts hundreds of fun and engaging opportunities for the community.
Classes range from arts and crafts, Little Movers and Shakers, dance, gymnastics, jewelry making, glass fusing, music and more for youth and adults. Get active in a health and fitness class, learn digital photography skills or create beautiful pottery and ceramics pieces. There truly is something for everyone. Registration is open now and the deadline to register for session one is Tuesday, Aug. 20.
"Facing Each Other" Drawing Events
Linus Schief, of local shop Warm Shape, is known for her blind contour portraits, where she'll draw you without ever looking down at the paper. She's bringing the concept to four locations this August, including a speed dating-meets-blind-contour-drawing mixer and three workshops where you'll learn to draw someone as you face them.
When: Various dates in August
Where: Four locations in August
Cost: $20 per individual or $40 for couples' workshops
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Summer Sunsets at Mission Garden
Mission Garden is staying open late during this summer series that features games, live music and food truck OaxaRico. Cross your fingers for an immaculate sunset!
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend
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'90s-themed Cosmic Bingo at Casino Del Sol
It’s wild! It’s exciting! It’s Cosmic Bingo and it’s only at Casino Del Sol. On the first Friday of every month at 10:30 p.m. (sales start at 9 p.m.), the one and only Lucinda Holliday brings a special brand of madness to Bingo devotees, featuring Fiesta DJs and Divine’s Photo Booth. You don’t want to miss out on nights like these, full of fun and laughter! Plus, whoever’s best dressed can win up to $300!
Beer for Bikes
Dragoon Brewing Co. is teaming up with local nonprofit BICAS for an afternoon of beer, art, prizes and food from Muncheez.
When: 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15
Where: Dragoon Brewing Co., 1859 W. Grant Road
Cost: $20
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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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Chocolate Factory Tour
If you love "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," this might be your dream come true. Though not as extravagant as Willy Wonka's facility, take a tour of Monsoon Chocolate's factory to learn how the chocolate is made.
When: Noon and 2 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays
Where: Monsoon Chocolate, 234 E. 22nd St.
Cost: $20
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Pop Night
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: 10 p.m. 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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Skate Country Roll Bounce
DJ company Bros Entertainment is hosting this adult-only 2000s-themed event at Skate Country, featuring a DJ spinning era hits, a costume contest, a couple food trucks and a photo booth.
When: 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 16
Where: Skate Country, 7980 E. 22nd St.
Cost: $21, which includes skate rental. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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Watermelon Crawl '90s Country Night
Trail Dust Town is gearing up for its next '90s Country Night, this time featuring the Jesse Colt Band. The dance floor will be open for the Watermelon Crawl line dance and watermelon-themed drinks will be served.
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $5, or free admission with the purchase of an entree at Pinnacle Peak. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Queer Speed Dating
Find your next date or make a new friend at this queer speed dating event!
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16
Where: Bawker Bawker Cider House, 400 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to participate with the purchase of one drink. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Chillin at the Chul
Check out music, spirits and bites at Tohono Chul's summer series. On Saturdays, Tohono Chul has partnered with Children's Museum Oro Valley to provide family-friendly nature play.
When: 6-9 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through Aug. 31
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Cool Summer Nights
Enjoy the sights of the Desert Museum at night — in cooler temperatures! Bring a flashlight to walk around and possibly spot a nocturnal animal, touch a stingray and check out themed activities.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 24
Where: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road
Cost: $29.95 for adults, $19.95 for kids ages 3-12. $24.95 for Arizona residents.
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Celebration of All Things S-cuk sọn/Tucson
Tucson was founded 249 years ago on Aug. 20, 1775. Every year, the Presidio Museum hosts a party to celebrate. This year, expect live music, dance, musket demonstrations and frybread for sale.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum, 196 N. Court Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Movies in Marana: "Tangled"
Catch a free outdoor screening of Disney's "Tangled."
When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Continental Ranch Community Park, 8900 N. Coachline Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
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Oro Valley Movies on the Lawn
Catch a free outdoor screening of Disney's "Turning Red."
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center, 10555 N. La Cañada Dr.
Cost: Free to attend
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Stars of Magic 2024
Get ready for the 36th edition of this two-hour magic show presented by the Society of American Magicians.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: $22 for adults, $16 for kids ages 12 and under
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Retro Game Show Night
Enjoy an evening of off-the-cuff (and sometimes NSFW) comedy that pays homage to old TV game shows with a funky twist.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $19.06. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Science at Sunset: Crackling Chaos and the Secrets of Lightning
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium is hosting a special nighttime event all about lightning. Expect a guest speaker, planetarium shows, stargazing and other activities.
When: 5:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $25
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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 Native American crops.
When: 8-9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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Family Saturdays with Watershed Management Group
Head to Watershed Management Group for Family Saturdays, this time to learn all about composting! Kid-friendly activities are part of the fun.
When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Watershed Management Group, 1137 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
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Bikes, Trains, & Automobiles! A Bike and Car Show
Hosted by the Tucson Botanical Gardens and Truly Nolen, this show will feature lowrider bikes and cars, plus vintage VW vehicles.
When: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: $19 for adults, $10 for kids ages 4-12
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Black Space
This one-act play about race, gender and sexuality is told through the lens of a queer Black woman, with topics that include abuse, racism, love, femininity, alcoholism, marriage, mental health, survival, business and death.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: The Projects, 174 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: $10
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Almost Halfway to St. Patrick's Day
Grace Hearing Center is organizing a party at Barrio Brewing to help raise funds to provide hearing health-care to low-income adults and under-served children. Expect a raffle, auction, photo booth and two specialty drinks.
When: 6-11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Barrio Brewing Co., 800 E. 16th St.
Cost: $140, includes two drink tickets
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Summer Hair Metal Madness Party
The Dirt, a band from Hollywood, is playing hits from the biggest '80s hair bands.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $20, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Music on the Mountain
For years, Mount Lemmon was home to a weekly concert series. The series went on hiatus in 2013, but it's back for the season and beyond, featuring live music Saturdays through October.
When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3; 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10; 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17; noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18; 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24; 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31
Where: Mount Lemmon Lodge, 12833 N. Sabino Canyon Park
Cost: Free to attend
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. August tours include Death After Dark, Mansions of Main Avenue, Turquoise Trail, Barrio Viejo and the Santa Cruz River.
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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Summer Festivities at Apple Annie's
Take a road trip to Willcox, where U-Pick orchard Apple Annie's is hosting two fun celebrations: Peach Mania and Sweet Corn Extravaganza.
When: Both take place Saturdays-Sundays, Aug. 3-11; Peach Mania extends to Saturdays-Sundays, Aug. 17-25
Where: Sweet Corn Extravaganza is at the farm, 6405 W. Williams Road in Willcox; Peach Mania is at the orchard, 2081 W. Hardy Road in Willcox. Farm is open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; orchard is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and produce picking
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Nuestro Tianguis Tucson
Every Saturday and Sunday, head to Flowers & Bullets' Midtown Farm for a swap meet featuring vendors, food and music.
When: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Where: Midtown Farm, 3538 E. Ellington Place
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Cricut Classes at Crafty Flamingo Studio
Get access to a Cricut machine and make your own custom crafts at this art studio. Cricut classes take place every Saturday where you'll learn everything from basics to special techniques.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2:30-5 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Crafty Flamingo Studio, 6061 E. Broadway
Cost: $45
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Libra & Thorn Workshops
Metaphysical art shop Libra & Thorn is hosting a slew of workshops and events in August. Among them: a sound bath, a book club and a social all about interpreting tarot cards.
When: Various dates
Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $10-$50, depending on the event
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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: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays
Where: Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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August Happenings with Desert Rose Social Club
This new social club is hosting a slew of events in August, including clubs for pickleball, running, pilates, books and walking.
When: Various dates in August
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free to attend
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Prickly Pear Foraging & Processing Workshop
Learn how to sustainably forage prickly pear fruit with the help of local artist Sonoran Rosie. Along the way, you'll also learn to identify surrounding plants and learn how to create juice out of the fruit.
When: 5-8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18
Where: Location TBA when purchasing tickets
Cost: $55, bring a bucket or basket, water, hat and hiking boots
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August Wine and Craft Fair
Old Pueblo Cellars is hosting a craft fair featuring local artists, wine tastings and charcuterie boards.
When: Noon to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18
Where: Old Pueblo Cellars, 10088 N. Saint Patrick Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping, food and drinks. Reservations are required for wine tastings.
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!
When: 9-10 a.m. or 6-7 p.m. select Saturdays and Sundays
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road; and Silverbell Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $25
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Cat Bingo at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe, all while playing bingo.
When: 6-7 p.m. Sundays
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $14, reservations required
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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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