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Trivia at Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.
Test your knowledge in all things "Game of Thrones," "Schitt's Creek," "Firefly" and "Bob's Burgers" at these trivia nights. Teams can have as many as five people!
When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays, June 4-25. 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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"Face Me" Couples Drawing Workshop
Linus Schief, of local shop Warm Shape, will teach couples how to draw each other — without looking at the paper. The process is about truly seeing your partner and connecting with one another.
When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 4
Where: Tap & Bottle, 7254 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $40 per couple
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Celebrate the first official day of monsoon with us! ☔️
#ThisIsTucson is hosting a monsoon mini market featuring an all-local lineup of vendors who sell creosote-infused skincare, candles that smell like desert rain, earrings shaped like clouds and MORE. There will be two food trucks, plus on-site monsoon-themed flash tattoos! The fun takes place 6-10 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at The Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St. See you there! ⛈
First Thursday at Tucson Museum of Art
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every first Thursday of the month for pay-what-you-wish admission, gallery activities, live music and a cash bar. Get food from Parkie Sandwich while you're there!
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, June 6
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Pay what you wish
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Odyssey Live Storytelling
Attend this live storytelling event to hear stories surrounding the theme of "there's an app for that."
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, June 6
Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.
Cost: $12
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Safe Shift Store 3-Day Sale
The Safe Shift estate store, which helps raise funds for firefighters and first responders through the Greater Tucson Fire Foundation, opens its doors for three days each month. Past items for sale have included furniture, home decor, kitchen items, books and more.
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, June 6-8
Where: Safe Shift, 2801 E. Grant Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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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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Movies at Reid Park
Catch a family-friendly movie in Reid Park thanks to Cox Communications. There will be pre-show entertainment including music, games and prizes. Food trucks will be onsite, too. The movie begins when the sun goes down.
When: 6 p.m. Fridays, June 7 and June 21
Where: Demeester Outdoor Performance Center in Reid Park, 800 S. Concert Place
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food trucks. Bring chairs or blankets!
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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, June 7, June 21, 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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Laser Shows at Flandrau
Flandrau is hosting several different laser shows this June, all of which feature hits by different musicians including Pink Floyd, Taylor Swift, Journey and Foo Fighters.
When: June 7 and June 22
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $18.95, admission to science exhibits is included
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Tasting History: Garlic and onions
Learn about the origins behind garlic and onions and how they became part of Tucson's agricultural and culinary traditions. Demonstrations are part of the fun.
When: 9-11 a.m. Friday-Saturday, June 7-8
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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First Friday Poetry
Poet and author Cara Lopez Lee, who wrote "Candlelight Bridge," is stopping by Revolutionary Grounds during its First Friday Poetry open mic.
When: 5 p.m. Friday, June 7
Where: Revolutionary Grounds, 4675 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend
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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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Friday Night Dance Parties at Little Anthony's
Local bands will play hits from the 1950s and 1960s at these dance parties at Little Anthony's, featuring a small dance floor.
When: 8-10 p.m. Fridays
Where: Little Anthony's Diner, 7010 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks. Reservations are recommended.
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Tucson Juneteenth Festival
The Tucson Juneteenth Festival is celebrating with a week packed with events. The six events begin June 8 with a Cinderella Ballet at the Temple of Music and Art and end June 19 with an artist talk and exhibit. The main festival takes place June 15 with a car show, live entertainment, kid-friendly activities, vendors and food trucks.
When: June 8-19; festival is 4-10 p.m. Saturday, June 15
Where: Multiple locations; festival is at Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way
Cost: Festival is free; ballet starts at $18.
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Indigenous Market
Josie Rios is hosting the third Indigenous Market in June where you can expect to find around 35 Indigenous vendors selling items like jewelry, candles, baked goods, paintings and more.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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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, June 8-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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Club Pride
Queer AF and Golden Gravy are organizing the upcoming Club Pride dance party, hosted by Chatty Kathee and Swish Manley featuring performances and a DJ.
When: 9 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Queer & Strange: An Odd Pride Market
Curiosity shop The Heathenry is putting together their annual pride market featuring vendors and drag performers.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: The Heathenry, 657 W. St Marys Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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2nd Saturdays
Check out food trucks, live music and local makers during this monthly outdoor street festival.
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Downtown Tucson along East Congress Street
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the event page for more information.
Art After Dark at Children's Museum Tucson
Each month, Children's Museum Tucson hosts Art After Dark with local arts groups and free admission!
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Tucson Repair Cafe
Need something fixed? Bring it to the Tucson Repair Cafe to be fixed for free! All items are welcome.
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: Xerocraft Makerspace, 101 W. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend
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Beginner Stained Glass Class
Local artist The Glass Desert is teaching an entry level workshop where attendees will design and create a suncatcher using 5-7 pieces of glass. You'll learn about safety precautions, stained glass tools and more.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Where: TBA upon purchasing
Cost: $125. This workshop is for ages 20 and up. Wear closed-toe shoes!
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Cave Paper Workshops
Cave Paper has been creating handmade paper since 1994. Explore the art of paper-making during three workshops in June. All experience levels are welcome!
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, June 8-22
Where: Cave Paper, 846 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: $125
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Floor & Decor Market by Southern Arizona Animal Food Bank
Local nonprofit Southern Arizona Animal Food Bank is setting up a twice-a-month market at Floor & Decor on Tucson's east side. Find vendors, food trucks, produce and live music. A portion of your purchases goes toward the Southern Arizona Food Bank.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every second and fourth Saturday
Where: Floor & Decor, 7025 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Loft Kids Fest
Loft Kids Fest is back for another summer of family-friendly movies. The festival kicks off with an outdoor screening of "Looney Tunes" on May 31. Then every Saturday and Sunday morning in June, free movie screenings will take place indoors at The Loft with pre-show entertainment from local toy shop Mildred & Dildred.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, May 31 for the outdoor screening of "Looney Tunes." On other days, doors open at 9:15 a.m. for pre-show activities and movies begin at 10 a.m. weekends in June.
Where: Kickoff event is at Himmel Park, 1000 N. Tucson Blvd. Other screenings are at The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend
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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. Saturday through Aug. 10
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost: $10.50 for adults, $6.50 for kids ages 2-14
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Events at Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm
June might bring hot temperatures to Tucson, but it brings lavender to Oracle. It's officially bloom season at the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm and the owners are celebrating with tours, workshops, a fairy festival, an ode to Frida Kahlo and a lavender-themed dinner.
When: Various dates in June
Where: Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm, 1221 N. Rancho Robles Road, Oracle. (Some workshops are available in Tucson at The Lavender Manor, 347 E. Fourth St.)
Cost: $15 for tours and tastings, $35 to make a lavender wand, $45 to make a lavender wreath, $17 for the fairy festival, $60 for the lavender dinner, $15 for the Frida Kahlo celebration
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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: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Where: Midtown Farm, 3538 E. Ellington Place
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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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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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 June. Among them: charm casting, sound baths, watercolor polaroids and tarot basics.
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 in June, from Father's Day plaques to macrame water bottle holders.
When: Various dates
Where: Colliope Co, 2706 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $28-$48, depending on the class
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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 Mansions of Main Avenue, History of Congress Street, the Turquoise Trail and Barrio Viejo.
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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Cat events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe! June events include cat bingo and sound bath meditation.
When: Various dates in June
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $25 for sound bath; $14 for bingo, reservations required.
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Second SundAZe at TMA
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every second Sunday for pay-what-you-wish admission. Activities include art-making and family yoga.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 9
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Pay what you wish
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Fruit Cocktail Lounge
Head downtown for an LGBTQ+ cocktail party and social at The Century Room at Hotel Congress! Enjoy cocktails, small plates and entertainment.
When: 4 p.m. Sunday, June 9
Where: The Century Room, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $10. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Poolside Vibe
Hang by the pool while shopping from local vendors and enjoying music, food and drinks. A mimosa happy hour takes place 3-5 p.m.!
When: 3-8 p.m. Sunday, June 9
Where: Hotel McCoy, 720 W. Silverlake Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Sonoran Splash Pool Parties at Hacienda del Sol
When the triple-digit heat strikes, there's almost nothing more refreshing than a dip in the pool. Hacienda del Sol is opening up its pool for Sonoran Splash Pool Parties on six Sundays this summer. Enjoy drinks, food, lawn games and DJ sets.
When: 2-6 p.m. Sundays, June 9, June 23, July 14, July 28, Aug. 11, Aug. 25
Where: Hacienda del Sol, 5501 N. Hacienda del Sol Road
Cost: $35, includes a welcome gift and a free drink. 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. Fridays, May 31 and June 28; 8-10 a.m. Sunday, June 9
Where: El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road, on May 31 and June 28; Ward 1, 940 W. Alameda St., on June 9
Cost: Free to attend
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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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