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Women-owned Business Mini Market
Startup Tucson is hosting a mini market featuring women-owned businesses. You'll find about 10 makers selling items like baked goods, soaps, candles and purses.
When: 8:30-10 a.m. Thursday, March 2
Where: FORGE at Roy Place, 44 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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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. Plus, its Yume's 10th anniversary!
When: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, March 2-5
Where: Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson, 2130 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: $18 for adults, $5 for kids under age 15
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Donβt miss the 2023 Tucson Festival of Books!
Head to the Tucson Festival of Books on the University of Arizona Campus on March 4-5, 2023. Meet best-selling authors like Temple Grandin, Robert Crais and Lois Lowry. Explore interactive fun in Science City, stroll the midway packed with booksellers and local food vendors. Admission is FREE! Youβll find it all at the Tucson Festival of Books. Where words and imagination come to life!
Old Tucson returns
Old Tucson hosted two attractions last year, Nightfall for Halloween and Yuletide over the holidays. But now, Old Tucson is returning to its roots, officially debuting "A Western Experience." There will be cowboy gunfights, musicals in the Grand Palace, historical tours, a petting zoo, rides and more.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays through May 7
Where: Old Tucson, 201 Kinney Road
Cost: $34 for adults, $17 for kids ages 5-11. Admission includes all shows, rides and attractions. It's recommended to purchase tickets in advance.
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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. There will be art and gallery activities, live music, snack vendors and a cash bar.
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, March 2
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Pay what you wish, reserve tickets in advance
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Girl Scout Cookie proceeds stay local!
Did you know that when you buy Girl Scout Cookies, you are directly supporting Girl Scout entrepreneurs and funding their future adventures, such as lifetime memories at summer camp? Every purchase you make guarantees that Girl Scouts capture the experience of life and leadership β itβs a win-win for everyone!
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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TMA Spring Artisans Market
The annual Spring Artisans Market at the Tucson Museum of Art features over 100 local makers showing off their creations, from candles and pottery to jewelry and photography.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday-Sunday, March 3-5
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Map out everything you donβt want to miss in Southern Arizona!
Planning the perfect day or weekend in Southern Arizona just got easier! Map out everything you donβt want to miss in Southern Arizona, including hotels, popular restaurants, activities, shopping, and of course, our world-class attractions. Please visit tucsonattractions.com to download a free trip app or to purchase the Tucson Attractions Passport for savings!
The Happy Hive Market
Head to Button Brew House for The Happy Hive Market, complete with nearly two dozen local makers and food truck 420 Taco. You can expect to find macrame, skincare products, permanent jewelry and more.
When: 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 3
Where: Button Brew House, 6800 N. Camino Martin
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food, drinks and shopping
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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: 4-6 p.m. Fridays
Where: BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggested
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The Hotel Congress SΓ©ance Experience
The Hotel Congress SΓ©ance Experience is a live recreation of a Victorian Era-theatrical sΓ©ance "exactly as performed in 1800s" in the hotel's only third-floor room to survive its 1934 fire (be prepared to go up a few flights of stairs).
When: 7:45 p.m. Fridays in March
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $14.94 for general admission, $28.33 to participate. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Westward Look Concert Series
Get a dose of jazz, rock and more at the Lookout Tucson at Westward Look Concert Series, in partnership with the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance.
When: 6-8 p.m. various days in February
Where: Westward Look, 245 E. Ina Road
Cost: Free admission, tables are available on a first come, first served basis
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Friday Night Concert at Steam Pump Ranch
Oro Valley Parks and Recreation is hosting two free concerts in March, including one on March 3 with Good Trouble and one on March 31 with Black Cat Bones.
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Fridays, March 3 and March 31
Where: Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks. Bring your own chair or blanket!
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Spring Vegetable Start Sale with Tucson Village Farm
Tucson Village Farm is hosting its annual sale of spring vegetable starts, including tomatoes, peppers, chiles, eggplant and basil.
When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, March 4
Where: 2201 E. Roger Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Moon Market
Four of Wands is hosting a moon market, complete with astrology, palm readers, and bone and tarot readings. There will be $20 Pisces- and Virgo-themed flash tattoos, vendors and a food truck.
When: 2-9 p.m. Saturday, March 4
Where: Spark Project Collective Event Center, 4349 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Food Not Bombs Yard Sale
Food Not Bombs Tucson and Tucson Food Share are hosting a yard sale in support of their mutual-aid organization.
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 4
Where: 1030 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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"Our Blackness, Our Heritage" True Colors step show
Barbea Williams Performing Company began a step show six years ago to bring the community together during Black History Month. This year's event will feature Barbea Williams Performing Company alongside D.C.-based dance company Step Afrika! You'll also find a food truck and Black business vendors onsite.
When: 3-6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4
Where: Cholla High School, 2001 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Cost: $10
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"Monsters, Inc." vs. "Toy Story" Roller Derby
Which Pixar movie is your favorite? Copper State Derby League skaters will pick "Monsters, Inc." or "Toy Story" and compete in a roller derby!
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4
Where: Eric Michael Ogden Skatepark, 1702 N. Palo Verde Blvd.
Cost: $5 for adults to watch the derby, $3 for kids
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Tucson Orchid Society's Orchid Show and Sale
Tucson Orchid Society is hosting its annual show where you'll get to see orchid displays and have the chance to purchase orchids of your own.
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 4; 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 5
Where: Mesquite Valley Growers, 8005 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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'80s Dance Party at Surly Wench
Surly Wench Pub is hosting an '80s-themed dance party featuring throwback music videos. Dress in your best '80s attire.
When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, March 4
Where: Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $5. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Beer + Bikes
This bike ride goes along The Loop to 1912 Brewing Co. for a beer or two, followed by a bike ride back to Button Brew House for food truck bites.
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, March 4 and March 18
Where: Button Brew House, 6800 N. Camino Martin
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for brews and food
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Kid's Night Out
Drop off the kids for a night at We Rock The Spectrum. There will be pizza, crafts, games and open play such as a zipline and a trampoline.
When: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, March 4 and March 18
Where: We Rock The Spectrum, 4811 E. Grant Road
Cost: $35 per child in advance, $45 day of
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Pasta Cooking Class
Learn to make your own pasta! Youβll get to choose between fettuccine, angel hair, tortellini or ravioli β making and rolling the pasta, while also learning to fill it and create your own sauce.
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 4
Where: The Garden Kitchen, 2205 S. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $55. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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Tree Care and Planting Workshop with Mission Garden
Learn about growing heritage fruit trees and native trees in Tucson! Topics include location, pest control, irrigation and pruning.
When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 4
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: $60, scholarships available. Spots are limited.
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Jazz under the Stars at Tohono Chul
Visit Tohono Chul's Garden Bistro on Saturday nights through May 13 for cocktails, brews and bites, all while listening to local jazz.
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Southern Arizona Clay Artists in Main Gate Square
Check out the work of 13 Southern Arizona clay artists! They'll be selling their art and putting together clay-throwing demonstrations.
When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, March 4-5
Where: Geronimo Plaza in Main Gate Square, 814 E. University Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with this class at Udall Park!
When: 10-11 a.m. Saturdays, March 4 and March 11
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $25
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Drag Queen Bingo
Roxi Starr is hosting Drag Queen Bingo at least twice in March!
When: 7-8 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at Button Brew House; 6-8 p.m. Saturday, March 18 at Bawker Bawker.
Where: Button Brew House, 6800 N Camino Martin on March 4; Bawker Bawker Cider, 400 N. Fourth Ave. on March 18.
Cost: Free to play
Visit the Button Brew House event page for more information. Visit the Bawker Bawker event page for more information.
Free First Saturday at Valley of the Moon
On the first Saturday of each month, fantasy park Valley of the Moon opens its doors for free. This Saturday there will be a dance performance by Haggs of Tucson.
When: Noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 4
Where: Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Arizona Renaissance Festival
Go back in time at the Renaissance Festival with an arts and crafts fair, jousting tournaments, entertainment, food and more.
When: Saturdays and Sundays through April 2
Where: 12601 E. US Highway 60, Gold Canyon, about 90 minutes north of downtown Tucson
Cost: General admission is $21 for kids, $33 for adults
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
At this event, you'll get to enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire, all while watching a magical theatrical performance.
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturdays in March
Where: Dante's Fire, 2526 E. Grant Road
Cost: $49 without dinner, $79 with dinner
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local makers and enjoy live music. While you're there, grab a bite to eat at one of the plaza's several eateries.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through April
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Plant swap with Plantney
Britney Spears-themed plant shop Plantney is hosting a plant swap for community members. Bring your plants, pots and any botanical-themed items to trade and swap with fellow plant lovers. Snacks and drinks will be provided!
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 5
Where: On the corner of Sixth Avenue and Sixth Street
Cost: Free to attend, bring plants to swap
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Beer Mile
It's time for the fifth annual Beer Mile, where each .25-mile lap, you drink a beer. Fun runs and competitive options are available.
When: 11 a.m. Sunday, March 5 (postponed from Feb. 26 due to weather)
Where: Westbound, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $20
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Medella Vina Antique and Vintage Fair
Once a month, Medella Vina Ranch hosts an antique fair where you can shop vintage items from more than 100 vendors, plus take a break at an onsite food truck.
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month
Where: Medella Vina Ranch, 4450 S. Houghton Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Nature at Night drag show
Miss Nature frequently hosts drag shows at Bumsteds with several performers. No two shows are the same!
When: 5 p.m. Sundays, March 5 and March 19
Where: Bumsteds, 1003 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: $12
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TKMA Song Circle Social Gathering
Tucson Kitchen Musicians Association, aka the folks who put on the annual Tucson Folk Festival, are putting together a bimonthly Song Circle Social. Bring your instrument, share some songs and mingle with fellow musicians.
When: 5:30-8 p.m. Sunday, March 5 and March 19
Where: Borderlands Brewing Company, 119 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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