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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 N. 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.
Historic Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair
Bring your family and see the action on Fourth Avenue. Visit 400 arts and crafts booths, food and drink vendors, street musicians, and tons of other family fun activities.Β
Where:Β Fourth Avenue between University and Ninth Street.
When:Β Dec. 8-10, 10 a.m. to sundown
Cost:Β Event is free to attendΒ
For more informationΒ click here.
Emerge is accepting donations of gift cards, new toys, bath sets, electronics and household items to stock the Holiday House, through Dec. 14, at 2545 E. Adams St.
Donate to Holiday House (Sponsored)
Emerge!Β Center Against Domestic Abuse has kicked off its annualΒ Holiday HouseΒ event, a store-style setting where participants and their familiesΒ canΒ shopΒ forΒ holiday giftsΒ in aΒ safe location.Β Holiday HouseΒ isΒ stocked withΒ allΒ newΒ items includingΒ toys; makeup and toiletries; sports items; electronics; household items; and giftΒ cardsΒ donated by the public.
ClickΒ hereΒ for a list of suggested donations.
When:Β Donations will be accepted weekdays through Dec. 14, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where:Β Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse administrative offices,Β 2545 E. Adams Street
Donate to Holiday House (Sponsored)
The Winterhaven Festival of Lights, which is in its 67th year, will continue for at least five more years, thanks to TEP.
Winterhaven opens Saturday
Winterhaven Festival of LightsΒ is the big Christmas light display in Tucson. The midtown neighborhood has been lit up for 68 years. It's free to visit, although donations for theΒ Community Food Bank of Southern ArizonaΒ are collected.
When:Β Dec. 9-26, 2017; 6-10 p.m. every night. Monday, Dec. 26 is the drive-through night.
Where: The Winterhaven neighborhood is bounded by Ft. Lowell Road on the south, Prince Road on the north, Tucson Boulevard on the west and Country Club on the east.Β If you plan to walk, look for parking on Tucson Boulevard and Prince Road and wear comfortable shoes.
Cost: Free but bring some canned food to donate and money for hot cocoa or popcorn.
There is one drive-through night on Dec. 26
Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
Over 2,000 candlelit luminarias and a special holiday light show transforms the gardens into a winter wonderland. Enjoy live music and food trucks.Β
Where:Β Tucson Botanical Gardens,Β 2150 N. Alvernon Way
When:Β Dec. 8-10, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Cost:Β $4-$13
For more informationΒ click here.
ποΈ Markets and ShoppingΒ ποΈ
Holiday Bazaar Extraordinaire 2017
Free all-day activities while you shop for art, soaps, jewelry, clothing, oils, incense, candles, hair products, crafts, books and more. West African dance and drum circles, face painting, karate, yoga, henna designs, shakere/percussion workshops, games from African and African American traditions, traditional head wrapping lecture and demo, holiday singalong and more.
Where:Β Dunbar Center,Β 325 W. Second Street
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 10, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost:Β Free to attend, bring money for foodΒ
For more informationΒ click here.
Menlo Park Neighborhood Flea Market Second Saturday
Have fun with family and friends and shopΒ 8-10 vendors at the flea market.Β
Where:Β Menlo Home and Garden,Β 914 W. Congress Street
When:Β Saturday, Dec.Β 9,Β 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 10, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attendΒ
For more informationΒ click here.
Holiday Market at Tucson Village Farm
Shop for handmade gifts and seasonal produce. Enjoy soup, bread and hot cocoa (available by donation) by a cozy campfire.
Where:Β The Tucson Village Farm,Β 4210 N. Campbell Ave.
When:Β Tuesday, Dec. 12, 4-8 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attendΒ
For more informationΒ click here.
Melissa & Doug Sidewalk Sale
Get your shopping bags ready. JBF Tucson is selling Melissa & Doug items for 25-percent-off retail. Items are new. Cash only and all sales are final.Β Β
Where:Β Smoothie Factory,Β 1031 N. Park Ave., Suite C
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. toΒ 2 p.m.
Cost:Β Free to attend but bring cash for purchases
For more informationΒ click here.
π πΒ Holiday Events and Santa SightingsΒ πΒ π
Tohono Chul Holiday Nights 2017
Stroll along paths with over a million twinkling lights while musicians and artists perform throughout the gardens. Free photos with Santa 6-8 p.m. (with admission)
Where:Β Tohono Chul,Β 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte
When:Β Fridays and Saturdays,Β December 1-2; 8-9; 15-16, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Cost:Β $3-$16
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. 9, 16 and 23. ClickΒ hereΒ for times.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend
For more informationΒ click here.
Santa Comes To Trail Dust Town - A Christmas Celebration
Live music, petting zoo, hot cocoa and sweets, rides, and more. Santa and the festivities in the courtyard are free.
Where:Β Trail Dust Town,Β 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 10, 3-6 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend
For more informationΒ click here.
The Santa Experience
Book a private photo session with Santa and the kids.
Where:Β Something Blue Photography,Β 312 S. Convent
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost:Β For registration, pricing and availability emailΒ info@somethingbluephotography.netΒ
For more informationΒ click here.
Santa Adoption PartyΒ
Take your furry friend to see Santa Claus. Santa will be posing for family photos and handing out gifts. While you're there, go see pets looking for a home during this holiday season. These adoptable pets would love to lay under your tree.
Where:Β Pima Animal Care Center,Β 4000 N. Silverbell Road
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9 and Sunday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend
For more informationΒ click here.
Kids Create Family Fun Program
These projects are designed for school-age children to help youth learn about, talk about and create miniatures. At this event you will be able to create a mini snowman.Β
Where:Β The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures,Β 4455 E. Camp Lowell Dr.
When:Β Saturday,Β Dec. 9. 1-4 p.m.
Cost:Β $6-$9
For more informationΒ click here.
North Pole Photo Props
Kids can make fun props and then strike a pose in front of a festive photo backdrop.
Where:Β Michaels,Β 3749 W. Ina Road
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9, 10-noon
Cost:Β $2 per kiddo
For more informationΒ click here.
Santa at Harlow Gardens
Bring your kids, pets and camera to take a picture with Santa. Your children also get to make their own Christmas ornament to take home with them.
Where:Β Harlow Gardens,Β 5620 E. Pima St.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost:Β Free
For more informationΒ click here.
Victorian Christmas Ball
Get dressed up and enjoy an evening with friends or your SO. Scottish and English country dances will be taught before each dance and there will be a walk-through so that guests will be familiar with the dances.Β
Where:Β First United Methodist Church,Β 915 Fourth Street
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9, 7-10 p.m.
Cost:Β $15
For more informationΒ click here.
Β π₯ Movies and TheaterΒ π₯
Salpointe's Beauty and the Beast
Come see this wonderful fairy taleΒ retold.Β
Where:Β Salpointe Catholic High School,Β 1545 E. Copper Street
When:Β Friday-Sunday, Dec. 1-10Β click here for showtimesΒ
Cost:Β $5-$20, Salpointe students are free with Student ID.
A Nashville Tribute Band - Christmas
Enjoy signature tight harmonies, powerful Nashville-style production, and creative decorations. 'Tis the season to be jolly.
Where:Β Fox Tucson Theatre,Β 17 W. Congress Street
When:Β Friday, Dec. 8, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Cost:Β $17-$27
For more informationΒ click here.
Tucson Girls Chorus - Sounds of Winter
Come hear more than 200 harmonious voices of the Tucson Girls Chorus. TheΒ choirs will perform a variety of contemporary, folk, and traditional seasonal music.Β
Where:Β Fox Tucson Theatre,Β 17 W. Congress St.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 10, 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Cost:Β $6.75-$18.80
For more informationΒ click here.
Russian Grand Ballet presents The Nutcracker
The Russian Grand Ballet performs this winter classic for two nights at the Fox Theatre.
Where:Β Fox Tucson Theatre,Β 17 W. Congress Street
When:Β Tuesday, Dec. 12 and Wednesday, Dec. 13, 7-10 p.m.
Cost:Β $41-$77
For more informationΒ click here.
Home Alone outdoors at the Children's Museum
Free outdoor screening of the holiday classic, Home Alone. There will also be free hot chocolate, cookies, snowflake crafting and a movie-themed photo booth. Please dress warmly and bring your own seating.
Where:Β Children's Museum Tucson,Β 200 S. Sixth Ave.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9, 6-7:45 p.m.
Cost:Β Free
For more informationΒ click here.
Ninjago sensory-friendly film showing
People are permitted to bring their own snacks from home respecting dietary needs. Feel free to move about, dance, and sing. This event is meant to provide an opportunity for family members and individuals on the autism spectrum and/or other disabilities to experience a theater.
Where:Β Century Gateway 12,Β 770 N. Kolb Road
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost:Β $3-$3.50
For more informationΒ click here.
White Christmas Singalong
Bring family and friends to sing and have a great time during this holiday season.
Where:Β The Loft Cinema,Β 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 10,Β 4-7 p.m.
Cost:Β $10
For more informationΒ click here.
Β π―ββοΈ Friend datesΒ π―ββοΈ
Free women's self-defense class
Bring your besties and learn some safety tips. Try to make both classes to get the most out of this event. Both days will be different. Open to all women, age 12-and-up.Β
Where:Β Gracie Barra Tucson Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense,Β 5700 E. Broadway Blvd.
When:Β Thursday, Dec. 7, 6-7:30 p.m. and Friday, Dec 8, 7-8:15 p.m.
Cost:Β Free and be sure to wear comfortable clothing
For more informationΒ click here.
Latin Dance Community free downtown outdoor social
Bring a group of friends and enjoy the free dance class, guest performances by Monzon Bachata, Zona Pachanga, Gerardo & Lupita of Salson Dance, and Tucson Casineros. Come and dance salsa, bachata, timba, kizomb.Β
Where:Β Jacome Plaza Downtown,Β 60 W. Pennington St.
When:Β Saturday, Dec. 9, 6-9 p.m.
Cost:Β Event is free to attend
For more informationΒ click here.
Live Wreath Class
Bring a friend and learnΒ how to create a wreath with fresh greens. Don't miss out on the "Poinsettia" drink, included in your class fee.Β
Where:Β Green Things,Β 3384 E. River Rd.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 10, 2-4 p.m.
Cost:Β $50
For more informationΒ click here.
TamalesΒ 101
Learn the art of authentic tamal-making in this hands-on class. It's a step-by-step process of how to prepare the masa & red chile. Supplies for half-dozen tamales are provided. You must be 21-or-over to attend.
Where:Β 1912 Brewing Co.,Β 2045 N. Forbes Blvd, Ste 105.
When:Β Sunday, Dec. 10, 2-4 p.m.
Cost:Β Β $30 per person (includes a 1912 beer)
For more informationΒ click here.
πΈ Weekly ads πΈ
Target - Dec. 3-9. Buy one, get one 50 percent off.Β Kids and toddlers select apparel, shoes for the family and jewelry/accessories.Β
Ulta -Β Dec. 3-9.Β Ulta beauty collection makeup sets on sale for $9.99, Ulta beauty 73 piece collection for $19.99. Make up stocking stuffers, bath gels, body mists and nail lacquer five forΒ $10.Β
Joanne - Dec. 3-13. 60 percent off entire stock of holiday decor, 50-60 percent off select fabric, 70% off clear ornament tubes and don't miss the doorbusters starting Dec. 7.
Kohl's -Β Dec. 3-9.Β Β 40 percent off all jammies for the family, 30-40 percent off slippers, 40-50 percent off doorbusters, which includes select women's apperal. 60-70 percent off doorbuster jewelry and men's gifts for under $20.Β
Walgreens - Dec. 3-9.Β Toys on super sale!Β 50 percent off Sharper image remote control car drone and remote control drone with virtual reality headset. Lego toys 20 percent off, children's toys buy two at $6.99 each and get two free with card.Β
Michaels - Dec. 3-9. 50 percent off select holiday floral, 50 percent or more off select Christmas trees, 50% off select Christmas decor, 50 percent off all Christmas wrapping and ribbonsΒ and don't forget the select toysΒ and crafts that are up to 50 percent off.
JC Penney - Dec. 6-9. Go shopping and get up to 50 percent off across the store. 50 percent Liz Claiborne apparel and 50 percent off sweater dresses. 50-60 percent offΒ active wear, 50 percentΒ kids apperal, 50-70 percentΒ clearance items, 50 percentΒ select holiday decor and Christmas trees, Select bath towels for $6.99, up to 60 percent off heated blankets and mattress pads, up to 50 percent off select men's apparel and don't for get youΒ get an extra 20 percent offΒ select itemsΒ if you use your JC Penney credit card.
Petsmart - Dec. 4-Jan 2. Save up to 30 percent off select holiday dog toys, save 40 percent on select pet sweaters, Save 30 percent off pet beds. They also have great sales on cat and dog food.Β
Petco - Dec. 6-25.Β Buy two, get one free on entire stockΒ dog treats and chews, Buy two, get one free on select pet toysΒ andΒ 40 percent to 50Β percentΒ off select dogs beds.Β
