Free museum days, a kid-friendly science fest and a pet parade — you don't have to break the bank to enjoy local events in Tucson.
Here are 18 events that are free to attend this February.
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
Visit the event page for more information.
Art After Dark at Children's Museum Tucson
Each month, Children's Museum Tucson hosts Art After Dark with local arts groups and free admission!
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Tasting History: Citrus
Learn about the origins behind citrus like oranges and limes and how they became part of Tucson's agricultural and culinary traditions. Demonstrations and tastings are part of the fun.
When: 9-11 a.m. Friday-Saturday, Feb. 9-10
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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Tucson Repair Cafe
Need something fixed? Bring it to the Tucson Repair Cafe to be fixed for free! All items are welcome.
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10
Where: Xerocraft Makerspace, 101 W. Sixth St.
Cost: Free to attend
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2nd Saturdays
Check out food trucks, live music and local makers during this monthly outdoor street festival.
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10
Where: Downtown Tucson along East Congress Street
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the event page for more information.
Second Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch
The second Saturday of every month is special at Steam Pump Ranch. Find historic tours of the grounds, demonstrations led by Archaeology Southwest, crafts for kids, vendors selling their artwork and a farmers market.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10
Where: Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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A statue of Southern Arizona pioneer John Campbell Greenway casts its shadow on the Arizona History Museum in Tucson.
Free Admission Day to the Arizona History Museum
Celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Arizona History Museum with free admission!
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10
Where: Arizona History Museum, 949 E. Second St.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Be Moe Moe Mine
Anime pop-up Moe Moe is hosting a romance-themed event with vendors, dancing to K-pop, a cosplay contest, karaoke and more.
When: 2-8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11
Where: The Korean Rose, 6118 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and drinks
Visit the event page for more information.
Free Third Thursdays at MOCA
Third Thursday at Tucson’s Museum of Contemporary Art is a party. The art museum is open late with free admission, plus food, drinks and KXCI DJs spinning tunes.
When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Tucson, 265 S. Church Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Family Sci-Fest
Children's Museum Tucson is hosting a festival dedicated to science, where kids will be able to watch science demonstrations and participate in STEM activities. Museum admission is pay-what-you-wish all day!
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
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, Feb. 17
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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 birds and bats. Other activities include song time, story time and coding with CoderDojo.
When: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17
Where: Watershed Management Group, 1137 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
The Pets of Pima Parade brings together Tucson's animal lovers while benefitting Pima Animal Care Center.
Pets of Pima Parade
The third annual Pets of Pima Parade is taking over Fourth Avenue to celebrate Tucson pets of all shapes, sizes and species. Watch as the pets waltz down the historic avenue or enter yourself to walk in the parade! Music, vendors and kid-friendly activities are part of the fun.
When: Parade begins at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 18
Where: Historic Fourth Avenue. Find the parade route here.
Cost: Free to watch, click here to register to be in the parade
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: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where: El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Rodeo Round Up
Put on your cowboy hat for an evening of Western fun at Trail Dust Town. Enjoy live country music, discounts on ride wristbands, animal encounters and stunt shows.
When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for rides, food and drinks
Visit the event page for more information.
Social Skillz
This hip-hop jam features Arizona dancers battling for a $1,000 prize. Food, clothing and art vendors will be onsite!
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where: The Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Fort Lowell Day
Celebrating history and the Fort Lowell Neighborhood, Fort Lowell Day is a family-friendly afternoon of performances, demonstrations, lectures and activities for kids.
When: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where: Fort Lowell Museum, 2900 N. Craycroft Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
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