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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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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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Show your love for local artists and bakers at #ThisIsTucson's upcoming market 💖
Welcoming the community to shop local, all while supporting the talented artists in Tucson, #ThisIsTucson is putting together our second outdoor artisan market dubbed Tucson Together, taking place on Fifth Avenue near Congress Street from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24.
You'll find handmade and curated items from around 100 local makers, three food trucks, a book scavenger hunt from Tucson Tome Gnome and an art-making station from the Tucson Museum of Art. Youth On Their Own will be collecting donations of food and household items!
Spring Ikebana Festival
Ikebana is known as the "meditative art of Japanese floral arrangements." This festival at Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson celebrates the arrival of spring with floral arrangements around the gardens.
When: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays, Feb. 22 through March 3
Where: Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson, 2130 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: $18 for adults, $5 for kids under age 15
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Full Moon Pickles
At this workshop, held at witchy shop Monsoon Mystics, you'll get to take home a 32-ounce jar of pickles — and receive instructions and recipes to make more!
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22
Where: Monsoon Mystics, 657 W. St Marys Road
Cost: $36
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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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Emo Nite at Club Congress
Enjoy an emo dance party at Club Congress. A dollar from every ticket sold will go toward the Living The Dream Foundation.
When: 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $20 in advance, $24 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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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: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where: El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Rodeo Round Up
Put on your cowboy hat for an evening of Western fun at Trail Dust Town. Enjoy live country music, discounts on ride wristbands, animal encounters and stunt shows.
When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for rides, food and drinks
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Tucson Irish Music Showcase
Enjoy an evening of Irish music and dance at the first-ever Tucson Irish Music Showcase, hosted at Live Theatre Workshop.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where: Live Theatre Workshop, 3322 E. Fort Lowell Road
Cost: $10 online, $15 at the door
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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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Tucson Craft Beer Crawl
Go on a craft beer crawl through downtown Tucson! Tickets get you 30 two-ounce drink sample tickets.
When: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where: TBA
Cost: $50
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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, Feb. 24
Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $19.06. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Club '90s: 2000s Night
The traveling Club '90s tour is making a stop in Tucson for a 2000s dance party.
When: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where: The Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15-$20. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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Social Skillz
This hip-hop jam features Arizona dancers battling for a $1,000 prize. Food, clothing and art vendors will be onsite!
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where: The Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Fort Lowell Day
Celebrating history and the Fort Lowell Neighborhood, Fort Lowell Day is a family-friendly afternoon of performances, demonstrations, lectures and activities for kids.
When: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where: Fort Lowell Museum, 2900 N. Craycroft Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Laser Gorillaz
This show pairs the music of Gorillaz with lasers. Admission to science exhibits is included!
When: 8:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $18.95
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14th Annual Rodeo Days Arts Celebration
The Rodeo Days Arts Celebration is back at Plaza Palomino for its 14th year. Check out artisan vendors, music, food and a silent auction benefitting Rescue Me Tucson.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where: Plaza Palomino, 2900 N. Swan Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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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.
Visit the event page for more information.
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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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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Soul Food Wednesday
Visit Blax Friday's Soul Food Wednesday to support local Black-owned businesses and food vendors.
When: 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28
Where: Playground Bar and Lounge, 278 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Cinema Tucsón: "Latido"
Watch a screening of "Latido," which follows 45-year-old Leonor who has tried everything to get pregnant and 16-year-old ballet dancer Emilia who finds out she is pregnant. Cinema Tucsón is presented by Cinema Tropical and the University of Arizona Center for Latin American Studies.
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28
Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St.
Cost: $10
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Cirque du Soleil CRYSTAL
Cirque du Soleil makes its way to Tucson this February, featuring circus arts that combine acrobatics and skating.
When: Feb. 29-March 3
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost: $55 and up
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