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Mardi Gras Festival
The Parish is throwing a Mardi Gras fest featuring a crawfish boil and alligator roast, plus live music and complimentary beads. The full menu is TBA!
When: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13
Where: The Parish, 6453 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $15 at the door; food and drinks are sold separately. This event is for ages 21 and up unless accompanied by a parent. Kids aren't allowed after 9 p.m.
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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 "bittersweet."
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 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 "Gilmore Girls," "The Handmaid's Tale" and New Girl" at these trivia nights. Teams can have as many as five people!
When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays: Feb. 13 for "Gilmore Girls," Feb. 20 for "The Handmaid's Tale," Feb. 27 for "New Girl." 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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Galentine's Party
Hello Gorgeous Med Spa is hosting a Galentine's party featuring drinks, food and prizes.
When: 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13
Where: Hello Gorgeous Med Spa, 6300 E. El Dorado Plaza
Cost: Free to attend
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Fun Box
Dubbed the world's biggest bounce park, Fun Box is coming to Tucson this February with 25,000 square feet of jumping zones and 10 play areas.
When: Feb. 9-25
Where: Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $19-$28
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Valentine's Day at Flandrau
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium is set to host two shows this Valentine's Day. The first tells ancient stories in connection to constellations in the sky. The second features lasers alongside Disney songs.
When: 6-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $25 per show, includes admission to science exhibits and telescope viewing outside.
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Fork & Film
Head to Corbett's for a screening of "10 Things I Hate About You," all while enjoying food from a Valentine's Day menu.
When: 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14
Where: Corbett's, 340 N. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, menu items vary in price; reservations are required by calling 520-849-5690 or emailing Hello@CorbettsTucson.com.
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Free Third Thursdays at MOCA
Third Thursday at Tucson’s Museum of Contemporary Art is a party. The art museum is open late with free admission, plus food, drinks and KXCI DJs spinning tunes.
When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Tucson, 265 S. Church Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Heirloom Fruit Tree Workshop
This workshop starts with a talk about the significance of heirloom trees in the Sonoran Desert, then you'll learn hands-on techniques for propagation, pruning and all-around care of fruit trees. You'll get fruit tree cuttings to take home!
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: $66
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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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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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Tucson Desert Song Festival
This music festival kicked off Jan. 14 and goes through Feb. 15, with a spring leg March 2 through April 9.
When: Now through Feb. 15; March 2-April 9
Where: Several locations.
Cost: Varies.
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Sonoran Cinema at Tohono Chul
Visit Tohono Chul's Sonoran Cinema for an indoor screening of 2023's "The Little Mermaid." Get cotton candy and popcorn from the concession stands!
When: 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: $4
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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, Feb. 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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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 February, test your knowledge in all things "Big Bang Theory," "Dr. Who," Norse mythology and "The Walking Dead."
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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Stargazing with Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association
Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association is hosting stargazing nights in Catalina State Park, Saguaro National Park East and Tucson Mountain Park this February.
When: 2-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 for Catalina State Park; 7-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16 for Saguaro National Park East; 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 for Tucson Mountain Park.
Where: Catalina State Park, 11570 N. Oracle Road; Saguaro National Park East, 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail; Tucson Mountain Park, 2000 N. Kinney Road
Cost: Stargazing is free, though advanced registration or park admission may apply.
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Tucson Rodeo and parade
La Fiesta de los Vaqueros, aka the Tucson rodeo, returns this February with more than a week of professional events, bull riding, roping and more. The Tucson Rodeo Parade will be held on Feb. 22.
When: The rodeo will be held Feb. 17-25. The parade is 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 22.
Where: Tucson Rodeo Grounds, 4823 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: $18 and up
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Family Sci-Fest
Children's Museum Tucson is hosting a festival dedicated to science, where kids will be able to watch science demonstrations and participate in STEM activities. Museum admission is pay-what-you-wish all day!
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Off the Vine Arizona Wine Festival
25 Arizona wineries will be at the upcoming Off the Vine Arizona Wine Festival. Taste wine, grab some bites from food trucks and enjoy live music.
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Kallista Park at Medella Vina Ranch, 4450 S. Houghton Road
Cost: $35 for early bird general admission, $45 day of. $10 if you aren't drinking.
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Making Black History Market
Local makers Clever Stitches, Lilith and Daughters and Lil Desert Doodles have teamed up to create the Making Black History market. Shop from more than 30 Black-owned businesses and enjoy live music!
When: 1-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Tucson Hop Shop, 3230 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping, food and drinks
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Lunar New Year Celebration
Enjoy an afternoon of Chinese music and dance, alongside food and drinks for sale in celebration of Lunar New Year.
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Tucson Chinese Cultural Center, 1288 W. River Road
Cost: $5
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Desert Haze Market
Shop all kinds of vintage clothing when this market pops up at Hotel Congress. Expect 15 vendors and live music!
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Dirty T Market
Every third Saturday of the month, local spicy candy shop Dirty T Tamarindo hosts a monthly market featuring vendors, food trucks and games.
When: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Dirty T Tamarindo, 1211 W. St Marys Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and 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 Native American crops.
When: 8-10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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High In The Desert
This cannabis festival is back for another year. Meet people from Arizona's cannabis industry, all while enjoying live music from bands like The Expendables, Tomorrow's Bad Seeds and Anarbor. Vendors will be onsite with snacks, home decor, apparel and more.
When: 4-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $90
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Desert Artisans Market
Shop ceramics, cosmetics, jewelry and more during this indoor artisan market.
When: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: CATALYST in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Family Saturdays with Watershed Management Group
Head to Watershed Management Group for Family Saturdays where you'll learn about birds and bats. Other activities include song time, story time and coding with CoderDojo.
When: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Watershed Management Group, 1137 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
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Lady Bits: Women's Standup Show
The Screening Room is hosting a women's standup comedy show, hosted by Jen Blanco.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.
Cost: $12
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Metal Fest
The Rialto is hosting Metal Fest as part of its Local Love Presents series. The concert features a local lineup of musicians.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: $5-$8. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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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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Pets of Pima Parade
The third annual Pets of Pima Parade is taking over Fourth Avenue to celebrate Tucson pets of all shapes, sizes and species. Watch as the pets waltz down the historic avenue or enter yourself to walk in the parade! Music, vendors and kid-friendly activities are part of the fun.
When: Parade begins at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 18
Where: Historic Fourth Avenue. Find the parade route here.
Cost: Free to watch, click here to register to be in the parade
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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 February
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $25
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Cat events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe! February events include trivia, yoga, bingo and sound bath meditation.
When: Various dates in February.
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Prices vary based on event.
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