Halloweekend — one of the busiest weekends of the year.
As you can only imagine, TONS of Halloween events are happening this weekend, from haunted attractions to trunk-or-treats to costume contests. Beyond Halloween, though, you can expect Cyclovia, a record show, a Taylor Swift dance party, a couple vintage markets, the Cultura X Chicano Festival and live music across eight porches in a midtown neighborhood.
Of course, things can change quickly these days! Check for the latest info before heading out.
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Customers line up at The Curry Pot Sri Lankan Fusion food trailer at Casa Video and Film Bar, 2905 E. Speedway, on July 20, 2023.
Movies at Casa Video and Film Bar
Casa Video is screening Halloween and spooky movies all month long, including "House," "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" and "Frankenstein." Food trucks will accompany many of the screenings!
When: Now through Oct. 31
Where: Casa Video and Film Bar, 2905 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and food
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 carnival rides and a jumping pillow.
When: Thursdays-Sundays through Oct. 27
Where: Marana Pumpkin Patch, 14950 N. Trico Road
Cost: $20 and up. It's recommended to buy tickets in advance.
Visit the event page for more information.
The Slaughterhouse
Tucson's haunted house The Slaughterhouse is open for another year of scares with ghouls, butchers, chainsaws and clowns, also featuring a zombie shooting experience, mini escape rooms and axe throwing.
When: Thursdays-Sundays through Nov. 2
Where: The Slaughterhouse, 1102 W. Grant Road
Cost: $29 and up
Visit the event page for more information.
Terror in the Corn
This haunted attraction is back for yet another year of scares. Among the scary activities, expect a corn maze, a zombie shootout, an escape room, a vampire magic show and a circus featuring "3D horrors, terrifying live actors, heart-stopping animatronics and blood-curdling effects."
When: Thursdays-Sundays through Oct. 31, plus Oct. 30
Where: 13591 W. Avra Valley Road
Cost: $30 and up
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Nightfall
Nightfall has made its return to Old Tucson with 10 scare zones — one more than last year — and four haunt mazes. Stunt shows, magic shows and comedic dissections are also on the agenda.
When: 6-11:30 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 24-27, plus Oct. 30
Where: Old Tucson, 201 N. Kinney Road
Cost: $29 and up
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Tucson Terrorfest Horror-Con and Film Festival
The annual Tucson Terrorfest Horror-Con and Film Festival celebrates all things horror with the film festival at The Screening Room and the Horror-Con at the Ramada downtown. The convention portion has been described as your typical convention experience, like Tucson Comic-Con — but horror.
When: Oct. 24-27
Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.; and Ramada, 777 W. Cushing St.
Cost: $45 for all the films and both days of Horror-Con; $6 and up for individual films; $5 for each day of Horror-Con
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Tucson Ghost Tour
Take a tour through downtown Tucson after dark, all while hearing haunted stories of spots around town.
When: 7 p.m. select dates in October and November
Where: Downtown Tucson, detailed directions will be emailed upon ticket purchase
Cost: $25
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Events at Whiskey Del Bac
Whiskey Del Bac is organizing two presentations this week. During the first, you'll have the chance to sip on a chocolate-inspired cocktail while listening to a talk about chocolate-drinking traditions in the Southwest. A couple days later, a local wine expert will discuss the production of Pinot Noir, followed by a short chat from Whiskey Del Bac's head distiller. You'll get to try Whiskey Del Bac's release of their fall distiller's cut all while listening to live music and enjoying small bites.
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 for chocolate; 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 for distiller's cut
Where: Whiskey Del Bac, 2106 N. Forbes Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and food
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Painting & Vino
If you're looking for something a little more low key this Halloween, attend a paint night with Painting & Vino.
When: Various dates in October
Where: Various locations
Cost: $40-$45, recommended for ages 10 and up.
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Boo at the Zoo
Meet with princesses, pirates and superheroes at Reid Park Zoo's kid-friendly Halloween event. There will be comedic skeleton scenes, games, alien alley and candy stations.
When: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost: $15. Timed tickets are required, purchase in advance.
Visit the event page for more information.
Howl at the Museum
Tucson Museum of Art's Halloween-themed event returns! Enjoy an evening of music, drag performances, food vendors and a cocktail competition.
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost: $50. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Queer Clothing Exchange
Take home a new-to-you item during this queer clothing exchange. Clothes, shoes and accessories are welcome!
When: 2-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend
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Derek Gentry, owner of SoGayCrochet, crochets another duck to add to the stock of soft creatures on display at Ducky’s Banana Bread Bonanza at the Fourth Avenue Coalition Space on Sept. 21. SoGayCrochet will be at the upcoming Haunted Night Market as well.
Haunted Night Market
Bloodless Tattoo and Desert Designed Collective are collaborating on this spooky market featuring more than 20 vendors, flash tattoos, live music, drinks and a costume contest.
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Owls Club, 236 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Halloween Night Market
Local plant nursery Rozet is celebrating Halloween with a two-day market slated to include vendors, a haunted shade house, trick-or-treat stations, flash tattoos, tarot readings, a bounce house, face painting and food. Costumes are encouraged!
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where: Rozet Nursery, 7707 E. 22nd St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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The Taylor Party: The TS Dance Party
This one's for you, Swifties. Dance the night away to all your favorite hits by Taylor Swift.
When: 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 and up. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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Final Friday Movie Club
Celestia Collective is screening "Death Becomes Her." After watching the movie, attendees will have the chance to discuss the film's plot and characters.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Celestia Collective, 657 W. St Marys Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Not Too Frightful Fridays
Trail Dust Town is playing it safe this Halloween — no scares or haunts, just fun! Go trick-or-treating near the amusement rides, watch a Halloween-themed stunt show and enjoy fall-themed drinks and snacks.
When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: $8 wristbands for unlimited rides
Visit the event page for more information.
Trunk-or-Treat at the YMCA of Southern Arizona
Go trunk-or-treating at two YMCA locations this weekend.
When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25; 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Ott Family YMCA, 401 S. Prudence Road, on Oct. 25; Northwest YMCA, 7770 N. Shannon Road, on Oct. 26
Cost: Free to attend
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Emo Nite at Club Congress
Enjoy the emo dance party of your dreams at Club Congress. One dollar from every ticket sold will go toward organizations that focus on missions like mental health, poverty and terminal illness.
When: 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $21 in advance, $24 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Vintage Pop-up
Six vendors will set up shop at Screwbean Brewing for a vintage-themed pop-up this Friday.
When: Noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Screwbean Brewing, 103 N. Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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HighWire Lounge is known for its fun concoctions like the Pop Rocks pearl shot, right, and a Mexican candy pearl shot.
HighWire Halloween
HighWire is going big for Halloween with a full week of festivities in store, including costume contests, special cocktails and "Beetlejuice"-themed karaoke.
When: Oct. 25-31
Where: HighWire Tucson, 30 S. Arizona Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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Tabu After Dark
New-ish downtown restaurant Tabu is hosting two nights of spooky cocktails, music and dancing. Don't forget your costume!
When: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where: Tabu, 128 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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4th Friday Halloween Party
Prince Willie is hosting this Halloween bash at Mr. Head's during Halloweekend. Expect three DJs!
When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Mr. Head's, 513 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, this event is for ages 21 and up
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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, Oct. 25
Where: El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Pumpkin Fiesta
Head to Sonoran Glass School to see hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins. While you're there, you can watch live glassblowing demonstrations or make a pumpkin of your own.
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where: Sonoran Glass School, 633 W. 18th St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping; to create your own pumpkin, fee starts at $65
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where: Dante's Fire, 2526 E. Grant Road
Cost: $49 without dinner, $89 with dinner
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Pop Nights
DJ Bex is spinning all the pop hits of your dreams, from Britney Spears and Madonna to Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish.
When: Midnight to 2 a.m. Fridays
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Chinese Chorizo Festival
This month-long fest celebrates the lost historic food symbol of Chinese chorizo. Activities include talks, a cocktail competition and food vendors serving dishes made with Chinese chorizo.
When: Select dates through early November
Where: Various locations across Tucson
Cost: Varies based on event and menu item
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Southern AZ Home Show
The biannual Southern AZ Home Show is back at the Tucson Convention Center where you can meet with hundreds of experts and vendors specializing in home improvement, interior design, outdoor living and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost: $8 for adults, free for kids ages 12 and under
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Laser Shows at Flandrau
Flandrau is hosting three music-themed laser shows this Friday, including shows paired with the tunes of Nine Inch Nails, Metallica and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
When: Friday, Oct. 25; 6:30 p.m. for Nine Inch Nails, 8 p.m. for Metallica, 9:30 p.m. for Red Hot Chili Peppers
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $20.95, admission to science exhibits is included
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Events with Libra & Thorn
Metaphysical art shop Libra & Thorn is hosting three events this weekend: two sound bath ceremonies and a cards and crafting social.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 for sound bath; 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 for cards and crafting
Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $10-$25
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. The list of tours on the calendar for this weekend includes Santa Cruz River History, The History of Congress Street, Death After Dark and Public Art and Murals.
When: Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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The Witching Hour with Valley of the Moon
It's time for Valley of the Moon's fall show! Watch the mystical performance that includes a wizard, warlock, demonic companion and a demon hunter.
When: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27; performances start at 6 p.m. and run every 20 minutes through 8 p.m.
Where: Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for youth, free for kids ages 7 and under
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October Wine and Craft Fair
Old Pueblo Cellars is hosting a craft fair featuring local artists, music, wine tastings and charcuterie boards.
When: Noon to 5:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27
Where: Old Pueblo Cellars, 10088 N. Saint Patrick Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping, food and drinks. Reservations are required for wine tastings.
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Friday Night Concert at Steam Pump Ranch
Oro Valley Parks and Recreation is hosting a free concert this Friday, featuring Good Trouble.
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food. Bring your own chair or blanket!
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Guitars Under the Stars at Tohono Chul
Every Friday and Saturday through November, Tohono Chul will be staying open late with live music, drinks and bites from the Garden Bistro.
When: 5-8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through Nov. 30
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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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, Oct. 25
Where: Sky Bar, 536 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Evening traffic runs by the Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St., as dark settles over downtown, April 25, 2023.
Nightmare on Congress Street
It's almost time for one of the biggest parties of the year. This big bash at Hotel Congress features two costume contests, vendors, live music and drink specials.
When: 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
HallOVeen Spooktacular
Oro Valley is celebrating Halloween with an evening of vendors, music, jumping castles, crafts, food trucks and trunk-or-treating.
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: James D. Kriegh Park, 23 W. Calle Concordia
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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Night of Fright
Throw on your costume and go trick-or-treating at the Pima Air & Space Museum! There will be kid-friendly games, crafts, performances and activities like a mini train ride and an inflatable maze.
When: 5-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Pima Air & Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Road
Cost: $25 per car. Pre-registration is required.
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Ghosts & Boots
The Tucson Rodeo Committee is celebrating Halloween with two movies under the stars. Catch screenings of "Hotel Transylvania" and "Hocus Pocus" alongside free candy and a costume contest.
When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Tucson Rodeo Grounds, 4823 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Oro Valley Fall Foodie & Art Festival
This two-day market in Oro Valley, hosted by SAACA, features more than 100 artisans in addition to music, food vendors, a beer garden, crafts for kids and costume contests.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where: Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Cultura X Chicano Festival
With a goal of bringing the community together to celebrate culture and creativity, this festival will feature hip-hop performances and a break dance competition along with food trucks, vendors, a car show and a fashion show.
When: 2-9 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $5 presale, $10 at the door on Saturday; Sunday is free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Pictured is Native Seeds/SEARCH’s conservation center.
Native Seeds/SEARCH Plant Sale
Find wildflowers and landscape plants grown by Nighthawk Natives Nursery, in addition to herb and veggie starts grown by Native Seeds/SEARCH. This plant sale will also feature a pop-up shop with pantry items and other merchandise.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Native Seeds/SEARCH Conservation Center, 3584 E. River Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants
Visit the event page for more information.
Beer, Bikes & Boos
Take a self-guided bike ride in your Halloween costume as part of Beer, Bikes & Boos in collaboration with Pueblo Vida Brewing Company, Dragoon Brewing Company and Westbound/Transit Cycles. Tickets include a beer at each location. There will be prizes for the best costumes!
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Various starting points.
Cost: $15. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Trunk-or-treat 2024
This event benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters, featuring trunk-or-treating, face painting, a costume contest, music and a photo booth.
When: 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Synergy Plaza, 2959 N. Swan Road
Cost: Free to attend, register online
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Etcetera Vintage Market
Shop from local vintage vendors and fashion curators at Saturday's market, also featuring music and food.
When: 4-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Haunted Anime Festival
Kira Kira Collectibles is organizing this anime festival with vendors, cosplay, raffles and more activities.
When: 2-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: The Korean Rose, 6118 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for vendors and drinks
Visit the event page for more information.
Fall Pumpkin Celebration at Apple Annie's
Take a road trip to Apple Annie's in Willcox for a hayride to the pumpkin patch. Walk through a sunflower field, make your way through the 12½-acre corn maze and pick some veggies to take home.
When: The corn maze is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. You can pick pumpkins 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily — but the hayrides to the patch are only open weekends.
Where: 6405 W. Williams Road, Willcox
Cost: Corn maze is $10 for ages 12 and up, $8 for ages 3-11. Hayrides are $5 for ages 3 and up. Pumpkins range in price.
Visit the event page for more information.
A Night at the Museum
Arizona History Museum is celebrating Halloween with trick-or-treating, crafts, games, face painting and live performances from Kids Unlimited. At 9 p.m., the lights will go out in the museum for a ghost hunt for ages 12 and up. Costumes are encouraged!
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26; 9 p.m. for ghost hunt
Where: Arizona History Museum, 949 E. Second St.
Cost: $10 for adults, $8 for kids, free for ages 6 and under. Ghost tour is $30 for ages 12 and up.
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Bruce Smith, owner of Cassidy Collectibles, poses for a photo with some of the records in his shop on Oct. 10. Smith will organize the 19th annual record show that will take place on Oct. 26.
Tucson Record Show
For 19 years, Cassidy Collectibles has been hosting the Tucson Record Show featuring vendors selling records, CDs and music memorabilia of all genres.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Fraternal Order of Police Hall, 3445 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: $4 admission or $8 to enter an hour early. Bring money for shopping!
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"The Rocky Horror" Halloween Bash
The Loft Cinema is hosting its annual "Rocky Horror" Halloween bash! While the movie begins at 11:30 p.m., there will be pre-show activities including games, giveaways and a $100 prize for best costume.
When: 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway
Cost: $8
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Redrum
Queer AF is organizing a Halloween event featuring two DJs, two stages, two bars, vendors and food. Wear red!
When: 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Owls Club, 236 S. Scott Ave.
Cost: $20 in advance, $25 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Halloweed
Halloween? No. Tucson Doobie is celebrating Halloweed with a party that includes marijuana, a DJ, vendors, flash tattoos and mocktails.
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Generation Cool, 404 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $25 and up. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Southern Arizona Transportation Museum Halloween Party
The Southern Arizona Transportation Museum is hosting a Halloween party packed with candy and games. Don't forget your costume!
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Southern Arizona Transportation Museum, 414 N. Toole Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Chuck Huus, from Maine, takes a closer look at a display at the Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum, inside the old Pima County Courthouse.
Alfie Museum Trick-or-Treat
Go trick-or-treating at the University of Arizona Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum! Wear your costume — the most creative will win a museum membership.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum, 115 N. Church Ave.
Cost: $5 for adults, free for kids
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A Halloween Themed Wine Tasting
Maynards Market is organizing a candy and wine pairing.
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Maynards, 400 N. Toole Ave.
Cost: $30. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Frights & Flips
Radiant Gymnastics is hosting a Halloween event featuring a haunted house, games, inflatables, face painting and a dunk tank. There will be food trucks too!
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Radiant Gymnastics, 8825 E. Golf Links Road
Cost: $10 per child in advance, $15 day of. Parents enter for free.
Visit the event page for more information.
Snickerdoodle, 6, enjoys some chocolate and peanut butter ice cream served up by his owner, Virginia Roy, at Cones for Bones, 6121 E. Broadway, on Nov. 24. The ice cream is lactose- and sugar-free.
Cones For Bones Grand Re-opening
Tucson's ice cream shop for dogs is under new ownership! Cones For Bones' grand re-opening celebration will feature vendors, food trucks and pet costume contests.
When: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Cones For Bones, 6121 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the event page for more information.
Desert Artisans Market
Shop from 30 makers during this market along with facing painting, photo opportunities and candy for kids.
When: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: CATALYST in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
PCSD trunk-or-treat
Visit Kino Sports Complex for a trunk-or-treat event hosted by the Pima County Sheriff's Department.
When: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
The Halloween Hoedown
Country bar The Maverick is hosting its Halloween party on Oct. 26, featuring live music, drink specials and a costume contest with cash prizes.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: The Maverick, 6622 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks
Visit the event page for more information.
Halloween Dance Party
Gigi & the Glow will be performing '80s hits at St. Philip's Plaza's Halloween dance party, complete with a costume contest.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4340 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, reserve a table through Union Public House; bring money for food and drinks
Visit the event page for more information.
History in the Park: Crime, Death and Hauntings in Historic Tucson
Held at the Fort Lowell Museum, this family-friendly event will include a haunted house, DIY candles themed for Dia de los Muertos and a performance from the 4th Cavalry Regimental Band. The event will also discuss crimes that took place in Arizona history, along with forensics techniques of the 1800s.
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Fort Lowell Museum, 2900 N. Craycroft Road
Cost: $5 for adults, free for kids 13 and under
Visit the event page for more information.
Kids Halloween Party at Stacks
Stacks Book Club in Oro Valley is hosting a Halloween party for kids, slated to feature a costume parade, Halloween-themed games and kid-friendly drink specials.
When: 3-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Stacks Book Club, 1800 E. Tangerine Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Stargazing with Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association
Join Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association for an evening of stargazing.
When: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Catalina State Park, 11570 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend; park entrance fees may apply
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Silent Adventures
Silent disco meets flash mob with Silent Adventures! Put on your headphones and dance your way through downtown Tucson to the sound of Disney hits.
When: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Downtown Tucson
Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for kids
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Artwork for sale hangs on the walls at Café 54. The restaurant is a program of Coyote TaskForce.
A Night for the Living 2024
Coyote TaskForce, the nonprofit behind Cafe 54, is hosting a fundraiser party with dinner, drinks, music and games.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Cafe 54, 54 E. Pennington St.
Cost: $50
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Tohono O’odham Utilitarian Vessel Pottery Workshop
Tohono O'odham potter Kathleen Vance will teach attendees how to make small clay vessels.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Presidio Museum, 196 N. Court Ave.
Cost: $65
Visit the event page for more information.
Halloween Bar Crawl
This bar crawl hits seven downtown-area bars for drink specials and an afterparty. Don't forget your Halloween costume!
When: 4 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: HighWire Tucson, 30 S. Arizona Ave.
Cost: $20-$30. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit the event page for more information.
Halloween at Unscrewed Theater
Unscrewed Theater is hosting two family-friendly Halloween-themed shows this season. Costumes are welcome!
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 for Monster Mash; 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 for A Weenie Halloween
Where: Unscrewed Theater, 4500 E. Speedway
Cost: $5-$10 for Monster Mash; $5 for A Weenie Halloween
Visit the event page for more information.
Car Show and Trunk-or-Treat
Check out this monthly car show, this time featuring a trunk-or-treat for kids.
When: 3-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Freddy's, 11143 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend
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: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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Spooktacular in Sahuarita
This all-ages Spooktacular event in Sahuarita features trunk-or-treating, food trucks and family-friendly activities.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Sahuarita Town Hall, 375 W. Sahuarita Center Way, Sahuarita
Cost: Free to attend
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Great Pumpkin Celebration
Head to the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm in Oracle for a screening of "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown," in addition to fall crafts and snacks.
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Life under the Oaks Lavender Farm, 1221 N. Rancho Robles Road, Oracle
Cost: $19 for ages 13 and up, free for kids 12 and under
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Hallowine
Take a mini road trip to Sonoita during Halloweekend. AZ Hops and Vines will be hosting karaoke and a costume contest, in addition to wine and candy pairings. But the grand finale: pumpkin chunkin, aka the sport of hurling a pumpkin.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: AZ Hops and Vines, 3450 AZ-82, Sonoita
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for wine pairings
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Chocolate Factory Tour
If you love "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," this might be your dream come true. Though not as extravagant as Willy Wonka's facility, take a tour of Monsoon Chocolate's factory to learn how the chocolate is made.
When: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Monsoon Chocolate, 234 E. 22nd St.
Cost: $20
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Dog Adoptions at La Encantada
This event will host rescue dogs ready for adoption, in addition to a photo booth, raffle prizes and free treats for your four-legged friends.
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: La Encantada, 2905 E. Skyline Dr.
Cost: Free to attend
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BICAS Crafternoons
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: 1-4 p.m. Saturdays
Where: BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggested
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Music on the Mountain
For years, Mount Lemmon was home to a weekly concert series. The series went on hiatus in 2013, but made its highly anticipated comeback over the summer.
When: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Mount Lemmon Lodge, 12833 N. Sabino Canyon Park
Cost: Free to attend
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Foothills Community Markets
Visit this market to shop from vendors who have items like yard art, home decor, jewelry, baked goods and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!
When: 9-10 a.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road, on Oct. 26; and Silverbell Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road, on Oct. 27
Cost: $25
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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. 27
Where: Armory Park to 37th Street and Eighth Avenue. See the route here.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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Garden District Porch Fest
Head to the family-friendly Garden District Porch Fest for an afternoon of live music performed on eight porches of the midtown Garden District neighborhood.
When: 2:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Garden District in midtown
Cost: Free to attend, bring money to tip musicians and buy food
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“Fright Light” is a choreographed laser show of monsters dancing along to classic Halloween songs like “The Monster Mash.”
Spooktacular Science
Science-themed activities abound! Check out Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium for kid-friendly Halloween activities, including crafts, slime, games, trick-or-treating and laser shows.
When: Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $18
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Trick-or-Treat the Avenue
Head to North Fourth Avenue for a family-friendly afternoon of trick-or-treating down the historic street. There will be a costume contest at 1 p.m.
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: North Fourth Avenue. Costume contest is at Haggerty Plaza, 316 N. Fourth Ave., at 1 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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"Frankenweenie" Halloween Screening
The Loft Cinema is screening "Frankenweenie" during Halloweekend. There will be free candy while supplies last!
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway
Cost: $8 for adults, $6 for kids ages 12 and under
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Trunk-or-Treat on Deuce Nine
A Hand Up Not A Hand Out is partnering with the City of Tucson for this trunk-or-treat featuring free root beer floats, food trucks and music.
When: 6-9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Freedom Park, 5000 E. 29th St.
Cost: Free to attend
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Howl-oween
It's a Halloween party for dogs! Bring your four-legged friends to St. Philip's Plaza for a pup parade, a costume contest and giveaways.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Halloqween Drag Brunch
Divas Illusion Show will be at Chela's for an afternoon of drag, fashion and brunch favorites. The best costume wins a cash prize!
When: Noon on Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Chela's Latin Cuisine, 256 E. Congress St.
Cost: $20, includes a drink
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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: 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. and 9 p.m. Sundays
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 for general admission, $30 for VIP. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Scarrieoke
Bumsted's is taking on Halloween with a night of karaoke, drink specials and a costume contest.
When: 4 p.m. to midnight Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Bumsted's, 1003 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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Dive Bar Art Market
Mr. Head's is hosting an art market featuring local vendors with plushies, apparel, jewelry, stickers and more.
When: 1-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Mr. Head's, 513 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and shopping
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El Jefe Cat Cafe invites visitors to lounge with 35 cats and kittens in its 3-story space at 3025 N. Campbell Ave. All the felines are from Finally My Forever Home Rescue and are ready for adoption. For more information visit: https://www.eljefecatlounge.com/ Video by: Mamta Popat, Arizona Daily Star
Cat Events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe, all while playing bingo or enjoying a yoga session.
When: Sunday, Oct. 27; 10-11 a.m. for yoga; 6-7 p.m. for bingo
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $18 for yoga; $14 for bingo, reservations required
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