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BoardConnect Event
Looking to learn more about local nonprofits? At this event, community members will be able to meet with more than 30 local nonprofits and learn about the organizations' various volunteer opportunities.
When: 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25
Where: Community Foundation Campus, 5049 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, but RSVP in advance. Space is limited.
Visit the event page for more information.
Soul Food Wednesday
Visit Blax Friday's Soul Food Wednesday at the MSA Annex to support local Black-owned businesses and food vendors.
When: 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the event page for more information.
Witch Talk Wednesdays
The Ninth House metaphysical shop hosts a monthly Witch Talk Wednesday. They compare the event to their other salons, where you can discuss tarot and astrology with like-minded individuals. There’s no instructor, but instead a community gathering to discuss chosen topics around witchcraft.
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26
Where: The Ninth House, 2563 E. Fort Lowell Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Coffee: From Crop to Cup Masterclass
The University of Arizona College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is hosting this masterclass all about coffee. You'll learn about the coffee supply chain from farming to retail, the history of coffee, the different taste profiles of coffee from around the world, and more.
When: 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26
Where: University of Arizona campus, instructions will be provided 1-2 weeks before the class
Cost: $30
Visit the event page for more information.
Fall Ikebana Festival
Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson describes Ikebana as a "meditative art of Japanese floral arranging." At this festival, you'll find colorful floral arrangements showcased throughout the grounds of the gardens. "Unlike the flowers you may have seen here in America, Ikebana uniquely emphasizes shape, line and form while giving equal attention and importance to the branches, stems and leaves of a plant rather than merely arranging its blooms."
When: Oct. 27-Nov. 6. 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Where: Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson, 2130 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: $18, $5 for kids under 15
Visit the event page for more information.
Glowing Pumpkins
Walk through a trail of intricate carvings on foam pumpkin replicas at this Halloween event from the folks behind The Slaughterhouse. You'll see carvings of animals, movie and TV characters, and Tucson icons like "A" Mountain. Unlike The Slaughterhouse, this experience isn't scary!
When: Open dusk until 10 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday through Oct. 31 (plus two Mondays).
Where: Parking area north of Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road.
Cost: Depending on the day, $20-$25 for general admission, $75-$91 for a family of four (with $10 gift shop credit). On Wednesdays and Thursdays, a family four pack is $49 (without the gift shop credit). On Wednesdays, you can bring in an Eegee's receipt from that week and get $3 off your ticket (use code eegees3 when buying your ticket online).
Visit the event page for more information.
Nightfall
It's official! Nightfall at Old Tucson is back. Organizers say the scary attraction has a new format, including a "fully immersive experience that combines terrifying mazes with classic stunt shows and a town full of characters that you can interact with throughout the night."
When: 5:30-11:30 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 6-30
Where: Old Tucson, 201 N. Kinney Road
Cost: $35-$45 for ages 12 and up, $30-$40 for kids 5-11. Advanced, timed-entry tickets are required.
Visit the event page for more information.
The Slaughterhouse
Ready to be scared? Head to The Slaughterhouse, a giant haunted house held in a former meatpacking plant.
When: Thursday-Sunday through Oct. 30, plus open on Halloween and for "blackout night" on Nov. 4.
Where: The Slaughterhouse, 1102 W. Grant Road
Cost: $25-$40
Visit the event page for more information.
Marana Pumpkin Patch & Farm Festival
Pick your perfect pumpkin, explore the corn maze, and enjoy a number of kid-friendly activities such as a zipline, carnival rides and a jumping pillow.
When: Now through Oct. 30. 3-8 p.m. Thursdays-Fridays; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays.
Where: Marana Pumpkin Patch, 14950 N. Trico Road
Cost: Online prices are $18 on weekdays, $20 on weekends. It's recommended to buy tickets online, as there are only a limited number of tickets available at the gate. Prices increase by $1 at the gate. Some activities cost extra.
Visit the event page for more information.
Terror in the Corn
This haunted attraction is back for another year of scares. Your ticket gets you access to three scary attractions connected by a cornfield. The event is presented by Buckelew Farm, known for its now-closed pumpkin patch.
When: 6-10 p.m. Thursdays in October, in addition to Oct. 30-31; 6 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays.
Where: 9312 W. Rillito Village Trail
Cost: $28-$36 for general admission, $38-$46 for fast passes.
Visit the event page for more information.
The Hotel Congress Séance Experience
The Hotel Congress Séance Experience is a live recreation of a Victorian Era-theatrical séance "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: Several dates in October.
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $14.94
Visit the event page for more information.
Howl at the Museum
Tucson Museum of Art's Halloween-themed event returns! There will be a costume contest, live music, burlesque performances, art-making activities and a cocktail competition (that the audience will get to judge!).
When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: $40. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Nightmare on Congress Street
Head to Hotel Congress for a huge Halloween party featuring two costume contests, live music, vendors, and food and drink specials.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $17.51, this event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Spirits at the Zoo
Head to this adult-only party at Reid Park Zoo, featuring cocktails, a DJ dance party, karaoke, costume and dance contests, and animal encounters.
When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost: $45, which includes two drink tickets. $35 for designated drivers. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Sky Bar Halloween Party
Celebrate Halloween at Sky Bar with two different parties. The first, on Oct. 28, will include "Harry Potter" trivia, live music, a costume contest, drink specials and a show that features glass walking, stunts, magic and burlesque. Come Oct. 29, enjoy drink specials, giveaways and a costume contest where the grand prize is two tickets to the upcoming Dusk Music Festival.
When: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28; The Saturday, Oct. 29 party starts at 9 p.m. and the costume contest begins at midnight.
Where: Sky Bar, 536 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Both parties are free to attend, bring money for drinks. The Oct. 28 event allows ages 18 and up until 9:30 p.m. After that, the event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the Oct. 28 event page or the Oct. 29 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, Oct. 9; 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28
Where: Ward 1 City Council Office, 940 W. Alameda St. on Oct. 9; El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road on Oct. 28.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the Oct. 9 event page or the Oct. 28 event page for more information.
Brewin at the Chul
Tohono Chul is hosting its first-ever fall series at its Garden Bistro! There will be music, spirits, brews and a rotating menu.
When: 5-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 17
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 Paseo del Norte
Cost: Pricing varies based on menu items ordered. The gardens will be closed during these events.
Visit the event page for more information.
Ghostbusters in the Haunted Ruins
Go on an interactive adventure through Valley of the Moon, where "there's something strange in our fairy woods."
When: Fridays-Sundays, Oct. 7-30. Shows begin every 20 minutes from 6-8 p.m.
Where: Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road
Cost: $10 for adults. Kids 7 and under get in for free.
Visit the event page for more information.
Night of Fright
Throw on your Halloween costume and go trick-or-treating at the Pima Air & Space Museum. There will be kid-friendly games, crafts and bounce houses, plus performances fit for the family.
When: 5-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29
Where: Pima Air & Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Road
Cost: $25 per car
Visit the event page for more information.
Fall Pumpkin Celebration at Apple Annie's
Fall is HERE and Willcox's Apple Annie's is celebrating. Take a hayride to pick a pumpkin, walk through a sunflower field, make your way through the 12½-acre corn maze, and munch on barbecue food and kettle corn.
When: Fall Pumpkin Celebration is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 30. The corn maze is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. If weekdays are more your thing, you can pick pumpkins 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily — but the hayrides to the patch, barbecue food and kettle corn are only open weekends.
Where: 6405 W. Williams Road, Willcox
Cost: Corn maze is $9 for ages 12 and up, $7 for ages 3-11. Hayrides are $5 for ages 3 and up. Pumpkins range in price
Visit the event page for more information.
Spooktacular Halloween Party
Kiddos can put on their Halloween costumes and head to We Rock The Spectrum for a party. There will be treats, themed crafts, a costume contest, games and open play.
When: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 29
Where: We Rock The Spectrum, 4811 E. Grant Road
Cost: $25 per child in advance. To reserve in advance but pay the day of, there will be a $5 nonrefundable deposit. It's $35 for walk-ins.
Visit the event page for more information.
Sabino Canyon Crawler night tour
Take the shuttle through Sabino Canyon — at night! The night tours run every Saturday through October, depending on weather.
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturdays through October
Where: Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road
Cost: $15 per adult, $8 per child ages 3 to 12
Visit the event page for more information.
Movie nights with cats
Picture this. You're watching a "Harry Potter" movie, munching on some popcorn and candy ... and cuddling with CATS. That's a reality at El Jefe Cat Lounge's movie nights happening this month! You and a guest will have a couch to yourselves, plus popcorn and two drinks. Candy, ice cream and additional drinks will be available for purchase.
When: Several nights during October.
Where: El Jefe Cat Lounge, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $40. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
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 tours of Mission Garden, Armory Park and Barrio Viejo; the Turquoise Trail tour, where you'll see historic buildings and learn a slice of Tucson history; the Public Art and Murals tour; and a Presidio District Gastronomy Tour.
When: Various dates, check out the calendar here.
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $25 for nonmembers, $20 for members for walking tours. Gastronomy tour is $120 for nonmembers, $100 for members. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
Visit the event page for more information.
St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from hundreds of 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
Visit the event page for more information.
Cyclovia
Enjoy a day of car-free streets, where you can walk, bike or skate your way through Tucson neighborhoods. It's essentially a big block party where you'll find activity hubs and food vendors along the route.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30
Where: Around Speedway near Sixth and First avenues. See the route here.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
Visit the event page for more information.
Spinnin' Wheels Outdoor Roller Disco
An outdoor roller disco and dance party is taking over the MSA Annex the night before Halloween. Costumes are encouraged and there will be a contest for both adults and kids! Remember to bring your own skates.
When: 6-10 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $10
Visit the event page for more information.
'90s vs. '00s Halloween Party
Head to this dance party on Halloween, where a DJ will be spinning music from the '90s and '00s. There will also be a '90s- and '00s-themed costume contest, plus throwback video games, drink specials, Halloween candy and photo ops.
When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31
Where: The Royal Room, 450 N. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
