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Lady Haha
Lady Haha is a comedy open mic for women, the LGBTQ+ community and allies to perform in a "supportive and super fun environment."
When: 6 p.m. for sign-ups, 7 p.m. show, Tuesday, May 21
Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, this event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Trivia at Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.
Test your knowledge in all things "Harry Potter," Disney and Marvel at these trivia nights. Teams can have as many as five people!
When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays, May 7-21. 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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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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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, May 10, May 24, June 7, 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!
Visit the event page for more information.
Summer Night Market
Shop from dozens of local makers when the Summer Night Market takes over the MSA Annex every fourth Friday of the month through September!
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, May 24
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Fire Show at Sky Bar
Cirque Collective Fire Troupe puts on a 20-minute fire show every fourth Friday, right outside of Sky Bar.
When: 8:15 p.m. Friday, May 24
Where: Sky Bar, 536 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
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, May 25-Aug. 10
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost: $10.50 for adults, $6.50 for kids ages 2-14
Visit the event page for more information.
Archaeology Day at Mission Garden
Kids can learn hands-on archaeology skills at Mission Garden's monthly Archaeology Day.
When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 25
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
Visit the event page for more information.
Cave Paper Workshops
Cave Paper has been creating handmade paper since 1994. Explore the art of paper-making during three workshops this month. All experience levels are welcome!
When: Various dates in May
Where: Cave Paper, 846 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: $125
Visit the event page for more information.
Music in the Park
Arizona Symphonic Winds has performed over 260 concerts at Udall Park and they aren't stopping now. Bring your own chairs and blankets!
When: 7 p.m. Saturdays, May 11-June 1
Where: Udall Park, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
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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Laser Shows at Flandrau
Flandrau is hosting several different laser shows this May, all of which feature hits by different musicians including Led Zeppelin, The Weeknd and Taylor Swift. One show is dedicated to classic rock including Aerosmith, AC/DC and Van Halen.
When: Saturdays, May 18-25
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $18.95, admission to science exhibits is included
Visit the event page for more information.
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
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 May 25
Where: Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
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 this month. Among them: hand-painted planters, manifestation candles and a sound bath.
When: Various dates
Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $10-$40, depending on the event
Visit the event page for more information.
Craft Workshops with Colliope Co
Local shop and craft space Colliope Co is hosting several craft workshops this month, from Mother's Day bouquets to decorated birdhouses.
When: Various dates
Where: Colliope Co, 2706 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $30-$65, depending on the class
Visit the event page for more information.
Events and Readings at The Ninth House
Like many local metaphysical shops, The Ninth House offers frequent walk-in readings. But the shop also hosts events including a community tea and tarot gathering, a two-hour tarot 101 class and an intro to spell work.
When: Various dates
Where: The Ninth House, 2563 E. Fort Lowell Road
Cost: $7-$40, depending on the event
Visit the event page for more information.
Cat events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe! May events include yoga and bingo.
When: Various dates in May
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $18 for yoga; $14 for bingo, reservations required.
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 May
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road; and Silverbell Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $25
Visit the event page for more information.
Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. Upcoming tours include the Presidio District, Barrio Viejo 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.
Visit the event page for more information.
Puzzle Race Mini Tournament
Spend your Sunday piecing together a jigsaw puzzle for a chance to win a prize! A non-alcoholic drink for each team member is included, in addition to a shareable snack. You'll also get to take home a 500-piece puzzle.
When: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, May 26
Where: Snakes & Lattes, 988 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $20 for a 2-person table; $40 for a 4-person table
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Broadway in Tucson: "Mrs. Doubtfire"
Catch Broadway in Tucson's musical comedy "Mrs. Doubtfire."
When: May 28-June 2
Where: Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $20 and up
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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
Visit the event page for more information.
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: 8-10 a.m. Sunday, May 12; 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 31
Where: Ward 1, 940 W. Alameda St., on May 12; El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road, on May 31
Cost: Free to attend
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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