πFor Everyoneπ
23rd Annual Tucson Parade of Lights & Festival
The Parade of Lights has a new route and new activities this year. Check it out here.
Where: Starts at Church Avenue and ends at Stone Avenue
When: Saturday, Dec. 16, 3-9 p.m.
Cost: Event is free to attend
For more informationΒ click here.
Festivus at Metal Arts Village
Join the fun and go to the first annual Festivus Party at the Metal Arts Village. The night will be filled with live music, a raffle, feats of strength, airing of grievances.
Where:Β The Metal Arts Village Tucson, 3230 N. Dodge Blvd.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 16, 5-9 p.m.
Cost:Β $10 and proceeds benefit the homeless animals in our community.
For more information click here.
2nd AnnualΒ Christmas on the Farm (Marana Pumpkin Patch)
Ride the Christmas train to see Santa, holiday light displays, jumping pillows, petting zoo, Christmas story time, great food and hot chocolate.
Where:Β Marana Pumpkin Patch,Β 14901 North Wentz Road
When:Β Dec. 8-23, Sunday-Thursday, 5-8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5-10 p.m.; Thursday, Dec. 21, 5β10 p.m.
Cost:Β $8 per person plus tax
For more informationΒ click here.
Santa Claus is Coming to BookmansΒ
Santa is coming to town and he's stopping at every Bookmans store to bring a little bit of holiday magic and cheer to all.
Where:Β All Bookman locations
When:Β Dec. 16 and 23. ClickΒ hereΒ for times.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend
For more informationΒ click here.
Ballet Rincon presents The Nutcracker Ballet
Enjoy a night out and watch a holiday fairy tale performed by Ballet Rincon.Β
Where:Β Vail Theatre of the Arts,Β 10701 E. Mary Ann Cleveland Way
When:Β Β Friday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 16, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Cost:Β $10-$16
For more informationΒ click here.
3rd Annual Santa's Holiday Workshop Event
Bring the family and get a chance to see SantaΒ arrive in a firetruck. There will be plentyΒ of family activities, like cookie and ornament decorating, hot cocoa, shopping at the holiday craft fair,Β Christmas music, carolersΒ and more.Β
Where:Β Southwest Community Center,Β 5950 S. Cardinal Ave.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 16, noon-4 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend and remember to bring some extra money for activities, food trucks and holiday shopping
For more informationΒ click here.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Enjoy a festive event with the family with Christmas classics from Mannheim Steamroller.Β
Where:Β Centennial Hall,Β 1020 E. University Blvd.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Cost:Β $35-$150
For more informationΒ click here.
Marana-Tucson Run Run Rudolph
Run with the reindeer at this holiday event:Β Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5K, and Reindeer Dash. Be sure to register online to get your kit.Β
Where:Β Crossroads at Silverbell District Park W. Mamie Kai Dr.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 17, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost:Β $20-$70
For more informationΒ click here.
Board Game Day at Flandrau
Put down the smart phones and iPads and have some old school fun with the family by playing some board games.Β
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium,Β 1601 E. University Blvd.
When: Saturday,Β Dec. 16, 1-4 p.m.
Cost:Β $4-$8
For more information click here.
Join the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum for photos with Santa and holiday music.
Southern Arizona Transportation Museum Presents 13th Annual Holiday Express with Santa
Get a chance to talk and take a photo with Santa in front of the 1673 Locomotive at Maynards. you can enjoy holidayΒ music, write a letter to Santa, see the museumβs bilingual exhibits and live action model trains, listen to the storytelling of the Polar Express and climb into the train cab.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 16, 12-4 p.m.
Where:Β 414 N. TooleΒ Ave.
Cost:Β Free
Main Gate Square Holiday Bash (and Pueblo Express)
Go caroling with families and see Santa at Main Gate Square's Holiday Boulevard Bash. You can participate in the holiday activities, like the holiday musical performance, marshmallow roasting, holiday crafts, and thereβs even snow in the forecast! The Pueblo Express will be leaving at 2 p.m. from the Mercado Station on Avenida Del Convento. A regular Sun Link day pass is required to ride, children 5-and-under ride free. Space is limited!
Where: The Mercado toΒ Main Gate Square
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 17, 2-5:30 p.m.
Cost:Β Free to attend, tickets for rides are free for 5-years-and-under
Dog Pictures with Santa
Do you got a little pup that's feeling left out this holiday season? Treat your pet with pictures with Santa, paw-print painting, snacks and drinks.Β
Where:Β Tucson's Best Free Doggy Socialization Classes, 3042 S. Quail Trail
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 17, 2-5 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend, but taking donations for festivities
For more information click here.
The Greatest Hanukkah on Earth! XIX
This free event begins with blessings and songs as we light the giant Millstone Family Menorah on Country Club Road. Don't miss the musicals, dance performances and the opportunity to light your own Hanukkah menorah.
Where:Β Temple Emanu-El, 225 N. Country Club Rd.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 17, 4:30 p.m.Β
Cost:Β Free to attend
For more information click here.
πFor Kidsπ
Santa is coming to Our Play Place
Playtime, crafts, cookies, cocoa and photos with Santa at this new indoor place place.
Where:Β Our Play Place,Β 3951 W. Costco Dr.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 16, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Cost:Β $15-$20
For more informationΒ click here.
Kids Holiday Paint-a-Pot Class
Let the kids help decorate this year and make a festive plant pot for the house. Workshop includes all supplies to paint and plant the pot: 1 annual, 1 (5-inch) pot, soil, paint and brushes.Β
Where:Β Green Things,Β 3384 E River Rd.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to noon
Cost:Β $12
For more informationΒ click here.
Kids Ornament Class
Bring the kids and watch them make some memorable ornaments. The cost includes one ornament, two mini accents (choice: mushroom, flamingo, nutcracker and snowman) and a base of sand or moss. You can also bring your own accents.
Where:Β Green Things, 3384 E. River Rd
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 16, 2-4 p.m.
Cost:Β $12
For more information click here.
Santa for Extra Special Kids
All children and family in the special needs community welcome. Little kiddos get to enjoy wagon polar express, arts & crafts, therapy dogs, therapy horses, reading corner and much more. Reservations are encouraged. To make reservations call Katie at 707-505-6491
Where: Courtyard at Pima and Swan, 1661 N. Swan Rd.
When: Sunday, Dec. 17, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost: Event is free to attend
For more information click here.
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Lola Torch has added lyra and aerial silks in her arsenal of dancing skills.Β
Tucson Libertine League Holiday Mingle Fest
Join the cast and crew of Tucson Libertine League. Celebrate the holiday season in your festive attire and have some laughs. Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the event.
Where:Β Hotel Congress,Β 311 Congress Street
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 16, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend, bring some money for food and drinks
For more informationΒ click here.
Beginner Aerial Hoop Workshop
Bring your flexible buddy and learn how to aerial hoop. This workshop will focus on the basic foundations. You will learn about the apparatus and how to safely execute tricks and poses.Β
Where:Β Take Flight Yoga and Movement,Β 35 E Toole Ave.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 17, 1:30-3 p.m.
Cost:Β $25
For more informationΒ click here.
Ugly Sweater ChristmasΒ
Enjoy a festive and fun event with Cherished Tails Senior Sanctuary for senior pets. They will have a ugly sweater contest with a winner and a runner up. Enjoy hamburgers, veggie burgers, brats, salads, homemade chili, and of course desserts. Also, raffles and prizes will take place. TheΒ food is made by volunteers and there will be a donation jar set up.Β Β
Where: The Shelter Cocktail Lounge, 4155 E. Grant Rd.
When: Friday, Dec. 15, 5-9 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend, but donations are appreciatedΒ
For more information click here.
Holiday Centerpieces
Learn how to create a beautiful living holiday centerpiece. Bring some festive joy to your home and learn a little something at the same time.Β
Where:Β Green Things, 3384 E. River Rd.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 16, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost:Β Cost of this class is cost of supplies, such as the container, soil, and plants chosen.Β
For more information click here.
π₯Moviesπ₯Β
The Very Merry Holiday Sing-A-Long Spectacular at the Loft
Don't miss the opportunity to see yourΒ favorite seasonal TV shows, movies and music videos. You'll get to see Michael BublΓ©, Nat King Cole, βN Sync, Kelly Clarkson, Frank Sinatra, Elvis, The Grinch, Sonny & Cher, Mariah Carey, The Muppets, Pee-Wee Herman, Charo, Donnie and Marie Osmond, Sam Smith, Glee Cast Members, Dolly Parton and more. Admission includes a Very Merry Goodie Bag filled with fun props to use during the show. Have Fun!
Where:Β The Loft Cinema,Β 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
When:Β Thursday, Dec. 14, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Cost:Β $10-$13
For more informationΒ click here.
The Star Wars Holiday Special - Free Admission
Grab the kiddos and show them one of the classics on big screen for free. This is a great event to take advantage of during the busy holiday season.
Where:Β The Loft Cinema,Β 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
When:Β Monday, Dec. 18 at 8-10 p.m.
Cost:Β Free
For more information click here.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Don't miss the mother of all cult classics as it hits the big screen this weekend.
Where:Β The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 16, 11:55 p.m. to 2 a.m.Β
Cost:Β $5-$7
For more information click here.
πShoppingπ
Mercado Holiday Bazaar
This year's holiday bazaar will feature new shops and more booths with the expansion of the Mercado Annex. There will be more than 60 handpicked vendors offering a selection of local handmade items and vintage finds.
Where:Β Mercado San Agustin,Β 100 S. Avenida del Convento
When:Β Dec. 15-17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost:Β Free to attend
For more informationΒ click here.
Drop and Shop
Sneak away and do some shopping and leave the kids at Our Play Place.Β Kids enjoy a fun-filled evening that includes pizza, drink, craft, a movie and playtime.Β
Where: Our Play Place, 3951 W. Costco Dr.
When:Β Β Saturday, Dec 16,Β 6-9 p.m.
Cost:Β $15 per child, must be potty trained
For more information click here.
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