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"Harry Potter" Trivia Night
Test your knowledge in all things "Harry Potter" during this trivia night at Snakes & Lattes.
When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 17
Where: Snakes & Lattes, 988 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $10 for general admission, $32 for a 4-person table
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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 a food truck. Cross your fingers for an immaculate sunset!
When: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, July 18
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend
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Beyond Brews
Enjoy bites from Beyond Bread paired with beer from Pueblo Vida Brewing.
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 18
Where: Beyond Bread, 3026 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $50, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Summer Kids Events at Bookmans
Enjoy themed activities for kids every Thursday through July (except for the Fourth of July) at Bookmans East. July events include a cargo plane challenge, the chance to make your own comet and learning about desert wildlife.
When: 10-11 a.m. Thursdays, July 11-25
Where: Bookmans East, 6230 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend
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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; open Fourth of July
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Backpack Giveaway with Lerner and Rowe
Injury attorneys Lerner and Rowe are giving away 750 free backpacks stuffed with school supplies ahead of back-to-school season. Students must be present to get a backpack. The giveaway runs on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.
When: 10 a.m. Friday, July 19
Where: Pima County Fairgrounds, 11300 S. Houghton Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Stevie Listening Party
Roux Events is hosting a listening party at Revel Wine Bar, featuring hits by Stevie Wonder.
When: 8-10:30 p.m. Friday, July 19
Where: Revel Wine Bar, 416 E. Ninth St.
Cost: $15 for reserved seating
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Punk Fest
The Rialto is hosting Punk Fest as part of its Local Love Presents series. The concert features a local lineup of musicians.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, July 19
Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: $5-$8. This event is for ages 21 and up
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Rhinestones & Outlaws
Dance to classic country hits while enjoying themed drinks and shopping at Trail Dust Town.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, July 19
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $5 admission or free with a purchase of an entree at Pinnacle Peak
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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, July 19
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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The July G3
G3 Tucson, the city's gay happy hour group, is hosting a pink-themed party, complete with pink-themed drink specials and music.
When: 5 p.m. Friday, July 19
Where: Playground Bar & Lounge, 278 E. Congress St.
Cost: $9, your first drink is included. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Madaras Gallery 25th Anniversary Party: Colors of Tucson
Madaras Gallery is hosting a 25th anniversary party, where artist Diana Madaras will be in attendance to share the stories behind her art. You'll get to see new images by Madaras and enjoy light bites, photo opportunities and giveaways.
When: 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 19
Where: Madaras Gallery, 3035 N. Swan Road
Cost: Free to attend, RSVP online
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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 in July
Where: Monsoon Chocolate, 234 E. 22nd St.
Cost: $20
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Summer Happy Hours with #ThisIsTucson
The secret's out: we curated a happy hour menu at The Moonstone, Tucson's highest rooftop bar. Enjoy specials on food and drinks and shop from vendors, all while enjoying the mountain views.
When: 5-7 p.m. Fridays, July 5 and July 19
Where: The Moonstone inside Graduate Tucson, 930 E. Second St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food, drinks and shopping
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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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Summer Safari Nights
Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures at Reid Park Zoo's after-hours Summer Safari Nights. Each event will have different themed activities including keeper chats, animal encounters, giraffe feedings, games and live music.
When: 6-8 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 10
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost: $11.25 for adults, $7 for kids ages 2-14
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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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Old Tucson Saguaro Sunset Night Market
Old Tucson is hosting two night markets in July, set to feature local art and food vendors. Live music is part of the fun.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturdays, July 6 and July 20
Where: Old Tucson, 201 Kinney Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Movies in Marana: "The Little Mermaid" (2023)
You've heard of drive-in movies, but what about dive-in movies? Catch a poolside screening of "The Little Mermaid." Bring your own towel!
When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Ora Mae Harn District Park, 13250 N. Lon Adams Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Oro Valley Movies on the Lawn
Kid-friendly movies take over the Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center monthly through September. July's movie is "The Emperor’s New Groove." Bring your own seating!
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center, 10555 N. La Cañada Dr.
Cost: Free to attend
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MegaMania
A festival of cosplay, gaming, and "all-around geekery" is making its way to Pima Community College's downtown location. Among the activities, attendees will find an escape room, crafts, cosplay groups, video game tournaments, sketch comedy shows, and workshops led by authors and artists.
When: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Pima Community College Downtown Campus, 1255 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Desert Survivors Plant Sale
Pick up plants during Desert Survivors' annual monsoon plant sale!
When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Desert Survivors Native Plant Nursery, 1020 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Las Mujeres Verdes Mercado
Las Mujeres Verdes is back with another monthly market! These markets typically include around 30 vendors selling food, jewelry, candles and more.
When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Desert Haze Market
Shop all kinds of vintage clothing when this market pops up at Hotel Congress. Live music is part of the fun!
When: 7-11 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $5 cover, bring money for shopping
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Dirty T Market
Every month, local spicy candy shop Dirty T Tamarindo hosts a monthly market featuring vendors, food, music, games and a dunk tank. July's event will have a mechanical bull!
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Dirty T Tamarindo, 1211 W. St Marys Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
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Flow for the Soul
In-Rave is hosting a flow night with DJs, vendors, food trucks and flow art performances. Proceeds go to the All Souls Procession.
When: 7-11 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $10
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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, July 20
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: monsoon edition! Learn about nocturnal desert animals, engage in monsoon-inspired activities, and enjoy bilingual song and story time.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Watershed Management Group, 1137 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
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Rainbows, Unicorn Farts & Fairy Dust comedy show
This fifth annual comedy show is a benefit event in support of Tucson Queerstory.
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Bumsted's, 1003 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: $24. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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Desert Artisans Market
Shop home decor, baked goods, skincare and more during this indoor artisan market featuring 24 vendors.
When: 2-7 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: CATALYST in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Puppy yoga with Barefoot Studio
Take this yoga class surrounded by puppies! Proceeds go to Pathways for Paws.
When: 1-2 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Barefoot Studio, 7053 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $20, this event is for ages 13 and up
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Cumbia Social Dance Night
Put on your dancing shoes for a night of music and mingling! Enjoy a cumbia class followed by social dancing.
When: 8-11 p.m. Saturday, July 20
Where: Tucson Creative Dance Center, 3131 N. Cherry Ave.
Cost: $15
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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: Saturdays; July 6 event is 2-5 p.m.
Where: Mount Lemmon Lodge, 12833 N. Sabino Canyon Park
Cost: Free to attend
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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 3-5:30 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 July. Among them: zodiac jewelry, vision boards and an intro to crafting sigils.
When: Various dates
Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $10-$40, depending on the event
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Craft Workshops with Colliope Co
Local shop and craft space Colliope Co is hosting several craft workshops this month, including a number of Christmas in July events.
When: Various dates
Where: Colliope Co, 2706 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $30-$99, depending on the class
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Sky Island Pool Parties
'Tis the season for pool parties! Head to Hotel McCoy every Sunday for free pool parties featuring DJ Humblelianess.
When: 5-8 p.m. Sundays in July
Where: Hotel McCoy, 720 W. Silverlake Road
Cost: Free to attend, sign a waiver at the front desk
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Movies at The Fox
The Fox might be better known for its concerts, but this summer the theater is screening movies, too. Catch showings of "The Wizard of Oz," "This Is Spinal Tap," "Who Framed Roger Rabbit," a sing-along version of "Frozen," "Sunset Boulevard" and "The Muppets Take Manhattan."
When: Various dates in July
Where: Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St.
Cost: $8-$10
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Cat events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe! July events include bingo, sound bath meditation and yoga.
When: Various dates in July
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $25 for sound bath; $14 for bingo, reservations required; $18 for yoga
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July Happenings with Desert Rose Social Club
This new social club is hosting a slew of events in July, including clubs for pickleball, running, yoga, books and walking.
When: Various dates in July
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
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, closed July 6
Where: Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. Upcoming tours include the Turquoise Trail, Barrio Viejo, Santa Cruz River and Public Art and Murals.
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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Paint & Sip with Caroline Martin
Local artist Caroline Martin is hosting two Paint & Sip events this July. At both events, attendees will get to paint on top of a vinyl.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, July 12 and 4 p.m. Sunday, July 21
Where: The Korean Rose, 6118 E. Speedway, on July 12; Postino, 2500 E. Grant Road, on July 21
Cost: $35-$45; The Korean Rose will have drink specials for purchase, Postino will have free wine for attendees
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Crafting at Pueblo Vida Brewing
Pueblo Vida Brewing is hosting two crafty workshops this month, including the chance to paint a desert-themed tote bag on July 14 and a candle-painting class (with a beer flight) with Flicker & Fleur Designs on July 21.
When: 1 p.m. Sunday, July 14 for totes; 2 p.m. Sunday, July 21 for candles
Where: Pueblo Vida Brewing Company, 115 E. Broadway
Cost: $15 for totes; $45 for candles
Visit the event page for more information.
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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