Within the span of a weekend, you can see zoo animals after hours, go rollerskating at an outdoor dance party and celebrate the grand opening of a cat cafe.
What else? Airplanes after sunset, tours of a chocolate factory, a sing-along screening of "The Greatest Showman" and a four-day vintage market. Of course, things can change quickly these days, so check for the latest info before heading out! β¨
Co-owners Simon Carson, left, helps Lorri Boffo hang pieces of art from the ceiling at Gather Vintage Market, 300 S. Park Ave.
Gather A Vintage Market
Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this four-day market.
When:Β 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Β Thursday-Saturday, June 8-10; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 11
Where:Β Gather A Vintage Market,Β 300 S. Park Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Summer Poolooza
Tucson Parks and Rec is hosting its first free pool party of the summer. The parties will include food, music, inflatables and games through the Ready, Set, Rec! mobile recreation program.
When:Β 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 8
Where:Β Udall Pool, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost:Β Free to attend
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Chocolate Factory Tour
If you love "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" as much as our food writer Ellice Lueders does, this might be your dream come true. Take a tour of Monsoon Chocolate's factory to see how the chocolate is made.
When:Β Various times and dates through June
Where:Β Monsoon Chocolate,Β 234 E. 22nd St.
Cost:Β $20
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Lil Peep Tribute
The folks behind Cryfest Emo Night are putting together an event to commemorate the late Lil Peep. You'll find art vendors with work inspired by the rapper and a Lil Peep-themed photo booth, along with a DJ spinning his music throughout the night. A donation will be made to nonprofit Sonoran Prevention Works at the end of the night.
When:Β 9 p.m. Thursday, June 8
Where:Β Thunder Canyon Brewery,Β 220 E. Broadway
Cost:Β $10. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Phyllis Christie, left, and Pamela Thompson put the finishing touches on their wreaths at Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm in Oracle, Ariz. on June 1, 2023.
Lavender Wreath Workshop
Lavender is officially blooming at the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm in Oracle! Create a long-lasting lavender wreath during this workshop. Β
When:Β 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Thursday-Sunday, June 8-11
Where:Β Life Under the Oaks Farm,Β 1221 N. Rancho Robles Road, Oracle
Cost:Β $45
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Gardening Hour
Learn about gardening and bring home clippings all while connecting with The Garden Kitchen team.Β
When:Β 7-8:30 a.m. Thursdays
Where:Β The Garden Kitchen,Β 2205 S. Fourth Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend
Visit theΒ event pageΒ 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.Β
When:Β 5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where:Β Children's Museum Tucson,Β 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
The Downtown Clifton hotel in Tucson, 485 S. Stone Ave. features vintage furniture and local artwork on display and for sale.
Queer Baile
The Downtown Clifton is hosting a queer dance party with a DJ, drinks and a photo booth.
When:Β 7:30-10:30 p.m. Friday, June 9
Where:Β The Downtown Clifton,Β 485 S. Stone Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend, bring money for drinks
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
"Mean Girls" trivia + painting
It's time to test your knowledge in all things "Mean Girls." While you're answering trivia questions about the iconic movie, you'll get to paint your very own ceramic to take home.
When:Β 6 p.m. Friday, June 9
Where:Β Color Me Mine, 5870 E. Broadway
Cost:Β $10, pottery purchase is an additional charge
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Cafecito: Generational Wealth
This casual bilingual conversation, hosted by the Sunnyside Foundation, will discuss resources and tools to "better understand how money works, how to manage it and build financial confidence." Coffee and pan dulce will be provided!
When:Β 9-11 a.m. Friday, June 9
Where:Β Tucson Industrial Development Authority,Β 376 S. Stone Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend
Visit theΒ event pageΒ 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:Β 4-6 p.m. Fridays
Where:Β BICAS,Β 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend, donation suggestedΒ
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Chillin at the Chul
Tohono Chul's summer series Chillin at the Chul is back for another year! Check out music, spirits and bites. On Saturdays, Tohono Chul has partnered with Children's Museum Oro Valley to provide family-friendly nature play.
When:Β 5-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Sept. 2
Where:Β Tohono Chul,Β 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost:Β Free to attend
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
'90s Music Trivia at the Short Rest Tavern
Fridays are for trivia at the Short Rest Tavern, a hidden bar tucked inside Tucson Mall's Tucson Games and Gadgets. This Friday's trivia is all about '90s music.
When:Β 7 p.m. FridaysΒ
Where:Β Short Rest Tavern,Β 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost:Β Free to attend, bring money for drinks. Tables are first come, first served.
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Cool Summer Nights
Enjoy the sights of the Desert Museum at night β in cooler temperatures! Bring a flashlight to walk around and possibly spot a nocturnal animal, touch a stingray and check out themed activities.
When:Β 6-9 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 26
Where:Β Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum,Β 2021 N. Kinney Road
Cost:Β $29.95 for adults, $19.95 for kids ages 3-12, $24.95 for Arizona residents
Visit theΒ event pageΒ 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.Β
When:Β 6-8 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 12
Where:Β Reid Park Zoo,Β 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost:Β $10.50 for adults, $6.50 for kids ages 2-14
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Visitors stroll by several exhibits near the entrance, including a Curtis F6C Hawk, bottom, as the doors open for Pima Air & Space Museum's Night Wings, Tucson, Ariz., July 23, 2022.
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 event. There will be kids' activities, community booths and scavenger hunts.
When:Β 5-8 p.m. Saturdays, June 10, June 24, July 8, July 29
Where:Β Pima Air & Space Museum,Β 6000 E. Valencia Road
Cost:Β $10 for ages 13 and up, free for ages 12 and under
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Summer Saturday Night at the Presidio
The Presidio Museum is staying open late! Enjoy cocktails, tapas and charcuterie from the new on-site Dandelion Cafe, plus listen to a lecture dubbed "The Surprising History of Agriculture in the Tucson Basin."Β
When:Β 6-9 p.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β Presidio San AgustΓn del Tucson Museum,Β 196 N. Court Ave.
Cost:Β $5. Pre-register online to pay with card, or it's cash only at the door.
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Spinninβ Wheels Outdoor Roller Disco
DJ Herm will be rocking beatsΒ at this outdoor roller disco and dance party.
When:Β 7 p.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β MSA Annex,Β 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost:Β $10. Kids under age 5 get in for free. Bring your own skates!
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
A Dad's Day Event
Head to local shop Creative Kind to shop for Father's Day! Local makers will host pop-ups at the store.
When:Β 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β Creative Kind,Β 2905 E. Skyline Dr.
Cost:Β Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Bubbles & Books
Local author Adiba Nelson is celebrating the paperback launch of her book, "Ain't That a Mother:Β Postpartum, Palsy, and Everything in Between." Enjoy a reading by Nelson herself, book signings and a Q&A session. Plus, cocktails and mocktails from the cash bar!
When:Β 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 10
Where:Β Flora's Market Run,Β 2513 E. Sixth St.
Cost:Β Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks. Space is limited, so it's recommended to arrive early.
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Watch now: El Jefe Cat Lounge is home to around 30 cats. Find the lounge at 3025 N. Campbell Ave.Β
El Jefe Cat Cafe Grand Opening
The cafe at El Jefe Cat Lounge is open! Pick up a coffee, then go next door to lounge with the kitties. El Jefe is hosting a grand opening celebration for the cafe, set to feature free drip coffee and iced tea all day, cat-themed face painting, a crazy cat lady costume contest and an event with paintings made by the cats themselves.
When:Β 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 10. Noon for the crazy cat lady costume contest. 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. for the cat painting.
Where:Β El Jefe Cat Lounge,Β 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend. The painting made by cats is $18 per person, reservations required.
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
"The Greatest Showman" Sing-Along
Belt out the tunes of "The Greatest Showman" during this sing-along version of the movie with onscreen lyrics. Dress in a circus-inspired outfit for a chance to win a prize!
When:Β 7 p.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β The Loft Cinema,Β 3233 E. Speedway
Cost:Β $15 for adults, $12 for kids ages 12 and under
Visit theΒ event pageΒ 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! This month, the museum is welcoming local youth performing group Kids Unlimited.
When:Β 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β Children's Museum Tucson,Β 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Juneteenth Kickoff Celebration
Get ready for Juneteenth with a concert featuring Evelyn "Champagne" King, whose 1980s hits include "Love Come Down" and "Shame" in the late β70s. An after party is also planned.
When:Β 8 p.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β TheΒ Dunbar Pavilion,Β 325 W. Second St.
Cost:Β $45
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with this class at Udall Park!Β
When:Β 8-9 a.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β Udall Park,Β 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost:Β $25
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
HighWire Lounge is known for its fun concoctions like the Pop Rocks pearl shot, right, and a Mexican candy pearl shot.
8-year Anniversary at HighWire
HighWire is celebrating its eighth birthday with limited-edition pearl shots, merch giveaways and a DJ.
When:Β 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β HighWire, 30 S. Arizona Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend, bring money for drinks
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Bachata Social Dance Night
Put on your dancing shoes for a night of music and mingling! Enjoy a bachata class followed by social dancing.Β
When:Β 9 p.m. to midnight Saturday, June 10
Where:Β Tucson Creative Dance Center, 3131 N. Cherry Ave.
Cost:Β $10, cash or Venmo
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. This weekend's tour is of the Turquoise Trail, where you'll learn Tucson history and see historic buildings.
When:Β 8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 10
Where:Β Presidio San AgustΓn del Tucson Museum,Β 196 N. Court Ave.
Cost:Β $25. Pre-registration is required.
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local makers and enjoy live music. While you're there, grab a bite to eat at one of the plaza's several eateries.
When:Β 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and Sundays
Where:Β St. Philip's Plaza,Β 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost:Β Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
At this event, you'll get to enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire, all while watching a magical theatrical performance.Β
When:Β 6:30 p.m. Saturdays through August
Where:Β Dante's Fire,Β 2526 E. Grant Road
Cost:Β $49 without dinner, $79 with dinner
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Second SundAZe at TMAΒ
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every second Sunday for pay-what-you-wish admission. Enjoy a day of art, plus family yoga.
When:Β 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Β Sunday, June 11
Where:Β Tucson Museum of Art,Β 140 N. Main Ave.
Cost:Β Pay what you wish
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.Β
The crowd shows their appreciation after a song ends during Fruit Cocktail Lounge in December 2022 at The Century Room.
Fruit Cocktail Lounge
Head downtown for an LGBTQ+ cocktail party and social at The Century Room at Hotel Congress! Enjoy cocktails, small plates and entertainment.Β
When:Β 4-7 p.m. Sunday, June 11
Where:Β The Century Room,Β 311 E. Congress St.
Cost:Β $6.Β This event is for ages 21 and up.
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Monsoon Literacy Celebration
This kid-friendly event, recommended for children ages 4-10 years old, will include hands-on literacy activities, the animated short movie "Superworm," story times, and a sing-and-dance-along.Β
When:Β 2 p.m. Sunday, June 11
Where:Β Fox Tucson Theatre,Β 17 W. Congress St.
Cost:Β Free to attend, register online
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.
Ride with FUGA
Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, whichΒ advocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for Tucson's south-side and west-side communities.Β
When:Β 8-10 a.m. Sunday, June 11
Where:Β Ward 1,Β 940 W. Alameda St.
Cost:Β Free to attend
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.Β
Yoga + Pint
1912 Brewing Co. is collaborating with Veterans Yoga Project for a yoga and pint class, which includes an hour-long yoga session and either a pint of 1912 beer or a non-alcoholic beverage. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Veterans Yoga Project.Β
When:Β 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Sunday, June 11
Where:Β 1912 Brewing Co., 2045 N. Forbes Blvd.
Cost:Β $15
Visit theΒ event pageΒ for more information.Β
