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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 "road trip."
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 12
Where: The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave.
Cost: $10
Visit the event page for more information.
Trivia at Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.
Test your knowledge in all things movie scores, "Parks and Recreation" and "Friends" at these trivia nights. Teams can have as many as five people!
When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays: March 12 for movie scores, March 19 for "Parks and Recreation," March 26 for "Friends." 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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Don't miss the 2024 Tucson Festival of Books!
Head to the Tucson Festival of Books on the University of Arizona Campus on March 9-10, 2024. Meet best-selling authors, explore interactive fun in Science City, stroll the midway packed with booksellers and local food vendors. Admission is FREE! You’ll find it all at the Tucson Festival of Books. Where words and imagination come to life!
Gather A Vintage Market
Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this four-day market.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, March 14-16; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 17
Where: Gather A Vintage Market, 300 S. Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
House Party at Thunder Canyon Brewery
Dance the night away to a fusion of hip-hop and R&B, alongside brews from Thunder Canyon.
When: 8-11 p.m. Thursday, March 14
Where: Thunder Canyon Brewery, 220 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Last year, Your United Way of Tucson gave away 213,650 books to under-served children — for many of these families, they were the first and only children's books in their home.
United Way needs your help to continue supporting schools and reach even more children. United Way of Tucson is dedicated to improving educational and life outcomes for children, youth and young adults by advancing equity and excellence in education. Learn more here.
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
Visit the event page for more information.
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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The Southern Arizona Home Show Returns to the Convention Center
Three days only to shop, compare and save with hundreds of local, trusted home experts in kitchens and baths, flooring, windows, décor and more. This is the ideal place to find great deals, new ideas and practical advice to jump start your next home project. Learn more here!
Sonoran Cinema at Tohono Chul
Visit Tohono Chul's Sonoran Cinema for an indoor screening of "Cars." Get cotton candy and popcorn from the concession stands!
When: 7 p.m. Friday, March 15
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: $4
Visit the event page for more information.
Indigenous Takeover
Indigenous bands and musicians will take the 191 Toole stage at this event. Reservation Sensation will serve food!
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 15
Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: $15
Visit the event page for more information.
Pop, Classic, Rockabilly — It's a Weekend of Rock N’ Roll at The Fox!
Australia’s own TEN TENORS return to the Fox stage TOMORROW (2/29) celebrating "Greatest Hits" — the most loved and requested songs they’ve performed across their 28-year history. Next up, FRIDAY (3/1) Classic Albums Live performs one of rock’s greatest albums, SUPERTRAMP’S BREAKFAST IN AMERICA as though you were listening to the full album from start to finish, faithfully recreating the iconic music, note for note, cut by cut. SUNDAY, 3-time Grammy award-winner BRIAN SETZER of Stray Cats fame and beyond, keeps the elemental Sun Records influences alive and kicking with Rockabilly Riot (hurry, tickets are going fast)!
Stargazing with Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association
Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association is hosting an evening of stargazing in Catalina State Park this month.
When: 7-9 p.m. Friday, March 15
Where: Catalina State Park, 11570 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Stargazing is free, park admission may apply
Visit the event page for more information.
TKMA Presents: Frankly Scarlett, Katie Haverly and the Nancy McCallion Band
The Tucson Kitchen Musicians Association, aka the folks who put on the Tucson Folk Festival each spring, are hosting a concert featuring a lineup of female-fronted music.
When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, March 15
Where: Monterey Court, 505 W. Miracle Mile
Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the door
Visit the event page for more information.
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, March 15
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.
Visit the event page for more information.
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 March, test your knowledge in all things "Dune," "Kung Fu Panda," "Friends," D&D monsters and "Ghostbusters."
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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Jazz under the Stars at Tohono Chul
Visit Tohono Chul's Garden Bistro on Friday and Saturday nights through May 11 for cocktails, brews and bites, all while listening to local jazz.
When: 5-8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through May 11
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
Visit the event page for more information.
Marana Founders' Day
It's a day to celebrate Marana! There will be a parade, car show, performances, art station, food trucks, vendors, inflatables and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 16
Where: Town of Marana, 11555 W. Civic Center Dr.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Oro Valley Spring Festival of the Arts
This two-day market in Oro Valley features fashion, food, home goods, paintings and visual arts from 120+ local artisans. Food trucks will be onsite, too!
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 16; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 17
Where: Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit event page for more information.
Spring Fair with Tucson Organic Gardeners
Shop plants and gardening supplies at this spring plant fair with Tucson Organic Gardeners, where you can also get advice from plant experts about gardening in Tucson. You'll find plants and seeds, compost, fertilizers and more. The Arizona State School for the Deaf and the Blind will also be holding a rummage sale.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 16
Where: Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, 1200 W. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Spring Plant Sale at Tohono Chul
Tohono Chul will have more than 1,000 species of cacti, succulents, shrubs, trees and flowers at their upcoming plant sale.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, March 16-17. Members get early access from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 13.
Where: Tohono Chul's main parking lot, 7366 Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants
Visit the event page for more information.
Desert Air Market
This pop-up market is run by local makers and creatives, featuring nearly three dozen vendors selling everything from pottery and jewelry to baked goods and home items.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 16
Where: 439 N. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Pop-Up Fest
More than two dozen vendors are popping up at this festival that's happening at several locations in the downtown and University of Arizona area. Find jewelry, tumblers, cosmetics, baked goods and more.
When: 2-6 p.m. Saturday, March 16
Where: Locations near the University of Arizona and downtown Tucson
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Movie at the Ranch
Watch a free outdoor screening of "Back to the Future" at Steam Pump Ranch this month. The sequel will be played in April!
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16
Where: Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
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, March 16
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, March 16
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
Visit the event page for more information.
Puppy yoga with Barefoot Studio
Take this beginner's yoga class surrounded by puppies! Proceeds go to Pathways for Paws.
When: 1-2 p.m. Saturday, March 16
Where: Barefoot Studio, 7053 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $20, this class is for ages 13 and up
Visit the event page for more information.
Family Saturdays with Watershed Management Group
Head to Watershed Management Group for Family Saturdays where you'll learn about rain gardens and planting native edible plants.
When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 16
Where: Watershed Management Group, 1137 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Creative Kind Workshops
Maker shop Creative Kind has three artsy events on the calendar for March, including a DIY bouquet, a coquette art night and the chance to put together your own charm necklace.
When: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16 for bouquets; 6-9 p.m. Thursday, March 21 for coquette art night; 10 a.m. to noon or 1-3 p.m. Saturday, March 23 for charm necklaces.
Where: Creative Kind, 2905 E. Skyline Dr.
Cost: $15-$60
Visit the event page for more information.
Archery Expo Day
Oro Valley Parks and Recreation is hosting an expo for all things archery! You'll find archery equipment and other items, basic archery instruction, raffles and more.
When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 16
Where: Oro Valley Archery Range, 660 W. Naranja Dr.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Funbox
Dubbed the world's biggest bounce park, Funbox is currently in town with its 25,000 square feet of jumping zones and 10 play areas.
When: Weekends through April 7
Where: Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $19-$28
Visit the event page for more information.
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
Visit the event page for more information.
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.
St. Patrick's Day Festival of Tucson
This festival kicks off with a parade in downtown Tucson, followed by live Irish music, dancers, an area for kids, food and vendors.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 17
Where: Armory Park, 222 S. Fifth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
Visit the event page for more information.
