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Water Wednesdays
Every Wednesday this summer, Children's Museum Tucson will be hosting a different water activity, from water balloons to squirty toys, in their courtyard.
When: 11 a.m. to noon Wednesdays in June
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Included in admission, which is $11.
Visit the event page for more information.
The Fox Welcomes Amos Lee Back to The Fox Stage!
One of the shining stars of modern folk, Lee creates the rare kind of music that’s emotionally raw yet touched with a certain magical quality — with performances that flow from introspective to explosive! A venue with incredible acoustics, Lee's warm, commanding voice and soul-baring lyrics — there isn’t a better choice than Amos Lee at The Fox this Saturday!
Live storytelling with FST! Female Storytellers
After a two-year hiatus, FST! Female Storytellers are back with a night of live storytelling centered around a "What Just Happened?!" theme. Proceeds benefit Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation and the Thornhill Lopez Center on 4th.
When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 8
Where: Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., 228 E. Sixth St.
Cost: $10
Visit the event page for more information.
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.
Knitting and Crocheting 101
Teens and tweens can learn the basics of knitting and crocheting at the Joel D. Valdez Main Library. Free materials are available, but you may bring your own if you'd like. Make sure to register, this free event has a limited number of spots.
When: 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 9
Where: 101Space on the second floor of the Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information and to register your spot.
Chillin at the Chul
Every Friday and Saturday night through Sept. 3, you can visit Tohono Chul for its first-ever summer series with music, spirits and bites. On Saturday nights, Tohono Chul has partnered with Children's Museum Oro Valley to provide family-friendly nature play!
When: 5-8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays in June
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend. (Correction: The cost we noted here upon initially publishing this list on June 1 was not correct. We updated the listing on June 2. This event is free to attend.)
Visit the event page for more information.
East Side Marketplace Rally
Check out this local food truck rally and vendor sale featuring at least two food trucks (including a crawfish boil from Cottonwood BBQ and treats from The Sweet Coquí), plus crafts, handmade items, a DJ and more.
When: 5-9 p.m. Friday, June 10
Where: 7777 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the website for more information.
Events with El Jefe Cat Lounge
Enjoy a number of events at El Jefe Cat Lounge during June, including a comedy show, yoga, bingo and trivia.
When: Various dates
Where: El Jefe Cat Lounge, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Various prices
Visit the event page for more information.
Movies with Nightjar
Head to Nightjar, the sister bar of The Coronet and Meyer Avenue Cafe, for drinks, late-night bites and a movie — ones that "couldn’t either get on or stay on the public’s radar" — on the patio every Friday. June's schedule includes "Kung Fu Hustle," "To Have and Have Not" and "L.A. Story."
When: 10 p.m. Fridays, no movie June 24
Where: Nightjar, 347 S. Meyer Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, $8 for Modelo and popcorn special. Correction: This listing was updated to clarify that a Modelo and popcorn special is $8.
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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. 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
Visit the event page for more information.
Tucson Repair Cafe
Need something fixed? Bring it to the Tucson Repair Cafe to be fixed for free! All items are welcome.
When: 4:30-8 p.m. Saturday, June 11
Where: Xerocraft Makerspace, 101 W. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
ARC Aqua Carnival
The Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center is hosting a pool party! Carnival games, music and inflatables will transform the public pool into a family-friendly playground. Refreshments will be available. Capacity is limited to 140 people at a time on a first-come, first-served basis. This is an all-ages event, but if your swimmer is wearing a swim diaper, make sure it's secured under tight-fitting, waterproof pants.
When: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, June 11
Where: Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center, 3455 E. Zoo Court
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
2nd Saturdays
Downtown's 2nd Saturdays are back! Check out food trucks, live music and local makers during this monthly outdoor street festival.
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, June 11
Where: Downtown Tucson along East Congress Street
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the event page for more information.
"Over the Hedge" outdoor screening
Enjoy a free screening of "Over the Hedge," thanks to The Loft Cinema's "Solar Cinema" program. The screening will take place outdoors at Las Milpitas Community Farm. Bring your own chairs or blankets!
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 11
Where: Las Milpitas Community Farm, 2405 S. Cottonwood Lane
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
"Bohemian Rhapsody Sing-Along"
Tucsonans can catch the "Bohemian Rhapsody Sing-Along" at least twice in the Old Pueblo at two separate events. The Loft Cinema is screening the film in partnership with Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation on June 11. If you miss The Loft's showing or want to see it again, the film will be screened at Fox Tucson Theatre on June 25.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, June 11 at The Loft Cinema; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 25 at Fox Tucson Theatre.
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway; Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St.
Cost: $12 at The Loft Cinema; $10 at Fox Tucson Theatre.
Visit the event page for more information about The Loft's screening. Visit the event page for more information about Fox's screening.
Los Vatos "Blessing of the Bikes"
This motorcycle club is hosting a charitable event with a priest to bless motorcycles. The event will feature menudo, nail art and a DJ. Canned food donations will be collected for a church. While the event starts at 9:30 a.m., the priest will bless the bikes at 11 a.m.
When: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 11
Where: M&L Airport Inn Bar and Grill, 2303 E. Valencia Road
Cost: Free with an optional canned food donation. Bring cash for $5 bowls of menudo.
Visit the event page for more information.
Art after Dark at Children's Museum Tucson
Each month, Children's Museum Tucson hosts local arts groups and offers half-price admission. This month, Tucson Symphony Orchestra will be there!
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 11
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: $4.50
Visit the event page for more information.
Tucson Cars and Coffee
Head to this car show centered around European cars, hosted by Obsessions Car Club.
When: 7-10 a.m. Saturday, June 11
Where: Lowe's, 4075 W. Ina Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Laser "Stranger Things"
Calling all "Stranger Things" fans! Head to Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium for a "Stranger Things"-themed laser music show, with songs and lights to bring you back to the TV show. Get your tickets online!
When: Saturdays in June, times vary.
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $9 for adults, $7 for kids
Visit the event page for more information.
Cool Summer Nights
Every Saturday through Aug. 27, you can 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: Open until 9 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 27
Where: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road
Cost: $24.95 for adults, $13.95 for kids ages 3-12
Visit the event page for more information.
Summer Safari Nights
Enjoy the cooler nighttime temperatures at Reid Park Zoo's after-hours Summer Safari Nights. Each event will have different themed activities, including keeper chats, animal encounters and live music. These events are on most Saturdays through Aug. 13.
When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, June 4, June 11, June 25
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.
Night Wings at the Pima Air & Space Museum
Catch the sun setting over historical planes during the Pima Air & Space Museum's summer Night Wings events. There will be kids' activities, aviation talks and tram tours for $8 during these events.
When: 5-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, June 11 and June 25
Where: Pima Air & Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Road
Cost: $10 for ages 12 and up, free for ages 11 and under
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 Mainly Murals tour; the Turquoise Trail tour, where you'll see historic buildings and learn a slice of Tucson history; the Barrio Viejo tour; the Public Art and Murals tour; and the Mansions of Main Avenue tour.
When: 8-10 a.m. Saturday, June 4 for Mainly Murals; 8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 11 for Turquoise Trail; 5:30-7 p.m. Saturday, June 18 for Barrio Viejo; 8-10 a.m. Saturday, June 25 for Public Art and Murals; 8-10 a.m. Sunday, June 26 for Mansions of Main Avenue.
Where: Cafe a la C'Art, 150 N. Main Ave. for Mansions of Main Avenue; El Tiradito Wishing Shrine, 418 S. Main Ave. for Barrio Viejo; Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum, 196. N Court Ave. for the rest of the tours.
Cost: $25 for nonmembers, $20 for members
Visit the event page for more information.
Canstruction Tucson: Build for Hunger
For two weeks, Park Place Mall will be home to an art exhibit featuring "cansculptures" built with canned foods by four teams of local architects, designers, builders, contractors and engineers. You can pay $1 to vote for your favorite piece, with proceeds benefitting the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. Build day is June 4, "decanstruction" day is June 18.
When: June 4-17
Where: Park Place Mall, 5870 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, $1 to vote
Visit the event page for more information.
Guided look at the night sky
For two nights in June, volunteer astronomers at Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium will guide guests through points in the night sky with a 16-inch telescope at the observatory.
When: 7-10 p.m. Saturdays, June 4-11
Where: Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
Visit the event page for more information.
Tucson Games and Gadgets Board Game Meetup
Meet locals and make new friends while playing some of your favorite board games. You can bring your own or choose one from Tucson Games and Gadgets' 1,000+ game library.
When: 1-4:30 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Tucson Games and Gadgets at Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road #253
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks at the Short Rest Tavern
Visit the event page for more information.
St. Philip's Plaza Market
Check out this market filled with local artists and makers featuring jewelry, pottery, soap, yard art, plants and more. Plus, enjoy live music!
When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and Sundays
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Tucson Pops: Music Under the Stars
Tucson Pops Orchestra is celebrating music with this series of free "music under the stars" concerts at Reid Park's DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center.
When: 7 p.m. Sundays, June 5-12
Where: DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center at Reid Park, 800 S. Concert Place
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Second SundAZe at TMA
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every second Sunday for free museum admission, performances and family-friendly activities. Limited tickets are available.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 12. Family activities are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, reserve tickets in advance
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: 9-11 a.m. Sunday, June 12, and 6-8 p.m. Friday, June 24
Where: June 12 ride is at Ward 1 office, 940 W. Alameda St.; June 24 ride is at El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
