Happy Halloween weekend Tucson! Whether you're looking to dress up in your spookiest outfit and dance the night away, enjoy some seasonal scares, or relax with some afternoon crafts, there's plenty of exciting events happening in town October 31- November 2!
Events at Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm
Fall is the perfect time to experience the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm! The owners are celebrating with tours, fall themed workshops, and exciting events! Check out their seasonal teas at Lavender Manor!
When: Various dates in October
Where: Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm, 1221 N. Rancho Robles Road, Oracle. (Some workshops are available in Tucson at The Lavender Manor, 347 E. Fourth Street.)
Cost: $15 for tours and tastings, $35 to make a besom witch broom, $25 to make a lavender corn husk doll.
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. There's a long list of tours on the calendar, including the Turquoise Trail, Armory Park, Barrio Viejo, Death After Dark and Public Art & Murals.
When: Various dates, check out the calendar here.
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events
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Ballet Tucson LEAPS into the Spirit of the Weekend!
Don’t miss Ballet Tucson’s main stage opener at The Temple of Music and Art featuring spellbinding performances of FOUR hauntingly beautiful ballets! Capture the spirit of the season with the riveting Phantom of the Opera (complete with falling chandeliers and an enthralling boat ride), Debussy’s timeless Clair de Lune, a pas de deux danced in the beauty and serenity of moonlight, the Black Swan Pas de Deux where the cunning Odile tempts and dazzles her prince with 32 fouetté turns, and the Southwest debut of Paul Gibson’s Sense of Doubt, a powerful display of athleticism and intrigue.
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: Pay what you wish
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Dirty T Run Club
This run club meets on Thursdays for a 4 mile run at a slower pace. During the route, you’ll get to run past iconic murals and the rattlesnake bridge. Plus, they stop by a bar for after-run drinks.
When: Thursdays at 6 p.m., rain or shine
Where: Meeting place is at the corner of 6th Ave. and 7th St.
Cost: Free to attend
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturdays and most Fridays
Where: Dante's Fire, 2526 E. Grant Road.
Cost: $49 without dinner, $89 with dinner
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Di Luna Saturdays
Head over to Di Luna on Saturdays for a weekly market that features local vendors, food, drinks, flash tattoos and more!
When: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturdays
Where: Di Luna, 2700 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Sparks fly as Meaghan Conway welds an ear onto her latest elephant sculpture over the weekend at Crafternoons at Bicas.
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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Art Cart with Caroline Martin
Head to local art educator Caroline Martin's art cart, where she brings craft supplies to different locations around Tucson. Choose from three self-guided crafts to complete at each spot!
When: Various dates throughout November
Where: Various places
Cost: $5-$15
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Events at Poppin' Off Pop Culture Gifts & More
Stop by Poppin' Off for their many, creative workshops, trivia nights, and other exciting events! You'll find something for all ages and interests.
When: Various dates throughout October
Where: Poppin' Off Pop Culture Gifts & More, 4570 E Broadway.
Cost: Typically $0-$15
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Nightfall
Nightfall at Old Tucson is back for its 33rd year! The fully immersive experience combines terrifying mazes with classic stunt shows and a town full of characters that you can interact with throughout the night. Kids are allowed!
When: Oct. 2- Nov. 1, 4:30-11:30 p.m. Thursday-Sunday
Where: Old Tucson, 201 N. Kinney Road.
Cost: $35-$50 for ages 13 and up, $35-$40 for kids 5-12, for one day tickets. Advanced, timed-entry tickets are required.
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A haunted tortured woman waits to greet guests inside of Slaughterhouse in 2025, its final Halloween season.
The Slaughterhouse
Ready to be scared? Head to The Slaughterhouse, a giant haunted house held in a former meatpacking plant. This year will be the famous horror attraction’s last season, so make sure to get your thrills before it’s gone for good.
When: Oct. 3 - Nov. 1, Thursday-Sunday
Where: The Slaughterhouse, 1102 W. Grant Road.
Cost: $20, or $30 for fast pass. Kids are able to go through The Slaughterhouse too, though older than 13 is recommended.
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Terror in the Corn
This haunted attraction is back for another year of scares. Your ticket gets you access to four scary attractions connected by a cornfield. The event is presented by Buckelew Farm, known for its now-closed pumpkin patch.
When: Open from 6 p.m. every weekend Oct. 3 - Nov. 1, Thursdays starting Oct. 16, and Wednesday Oct. 27. Closing hours vary.
Where: 13591 W. Avra Valley Road.
Cost: $35-40 for general admission, $45-55 for fast passes. $10 for Kids are allowed at Terror in the Corn too, though it's not recommended for kids under 10 years old.
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Halloween “Ghost Hunt”
Become a ghosthunter this Halloween with Halloween Ghost Hunt in Tucson. Follow clues, solve interactive puzzles, and uncover the creepy stories behind Tucson’s spirits. This 90-minute adventure combines outdoor escape room challenges, scavenger hunt fun, and immersive storytelling.
When: 4 p.m. Oct. 30. - Nov. 2
Where: 1601 E University Blvd.
Cost: $10
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Rachel Simone-Webb and Michael Canu in the North American Tour of “& Juliet.”
& Juliet
Broadway’s most fun hit musical, & Juliet, flips the script on the greatest love story ever told, imagining what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love.
When: Various times Oct. 29. - Nov. 2
Where: Centennial Hall, 1020 E University Blvd
Cost: $65
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Chiles, Chocolate & Day of the Dead Festival - Tohono Chul
Treat yourself to a delectable fusion of flavors and traditions with dozens of food vendors, local craftspeople, and entertainers. Immerse yourself in the artistry of personal ofrendas crafted by local artists and students, paying homage to the enduring borderland traditions of Día de los Muertos. You can even leave personal recuerdos (remembrances) for lost loved ones at the community altar. Kids can enjoy free craft activities and complimentary face painting for Día de los Muertos.
When: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 and Saturday, Nov. 1
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte
Cost: General admission, $25; Tohono Chul members, $10; children (4-12), $7; children under 4 get in free
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Spooky Tucson Sky
Flandau’s classic live star talk gets taken over by a spooky twist. Learn about the darker astronomical stories and myths of the night sky and its mysterious constellations.
When: 3:30- 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31
Where: Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium, 1601 E University Blvd.
Cost: $27 adult, $19 children
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The Official Halloween Bar Crawl
Grab your friends, put on your costume and get ready to drink some creepy cocktails at this bar-hopping event.
When: 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31
Where: Check in at Highwire Lounge, 30 S. Arizona Ave.
Cost: $18.41 for single tickets and $12.78 for group tickets
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Not Too Frightful Fridays
Trail Dust Town is playing it safe this Halloween — no scares or haunts, just fun! On four Fridays this month, you can 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. 31
Where: Train Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road.
Cost: $10 wristbands for unlimited rides
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Fans walk under the arches on one of the first nights of performances at La Rosa in the former Benedictine Monastery chapel.
Halloween Discotheque- La Rosa
Get your party on at La Rosa's Halloween discotheque! Featuring the ultimate Daft Punk tribute, "One More Time," visuals by Hypnotique, DJ PC Party Tarot lounge, a costume contest, scary movies, and more spooky surprises.
When: 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31
Where: La Rosa, 800 N Country Club Road.
Cost: $19.22 This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Totally Hot Halloween
Hotel Congress is hosting two Halloween parties: one over Halloweekend and this one on the holiday. Expect drink specials, costume contests and DJ sets.
When: 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $10 for advance tickets and $12 on the day of the party. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Día de Los Muertos Movie Night
The Loft Cinema will be presenting Coco – a vibrant animated film that celebrates Mexican culture, folklore, and the spirit of Día de los Muertos- for their first cemetery movie night. Experience a traditional service and altar offering, folklorico dance with mariachi performances, vendors offering unique crafts and goods, savor delicious bites from food trucks, and get your face painted with beautiful Day of the Dead designs!
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1
Where: Evergreen Cemetery, 3015 N Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for vendors
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Crafting Class- Chunky Knit Pet Beds
Head over to Hunter’s Kitten Lounge where you’ll get to snuggle up with cute, adoptable cats for an evening of crafting. You'll create a chunky knit cat bed to take home. Each entry will include supplies.
When: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1
Where: Hunter’s Kitten Lounge, 5319 E. Speedway
Cost: $35
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Portrait Photography Exhibition
Stop by the opening of Decode Galley's new portrait photography exhibit! Whether you're an art lover, a photography enthusiast, or just looking for a beautiful way to spend your evening, this exhibit is for you!
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1
Where: Decode Gallery, 314 S Convent Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Javelina Havoc jammer Bunny Beatdown looks for a way through the crowd during a Roller Derby match against Skate Riot Project, Tucson, Ariz., June 29, 2024.
Tucson Roller Derby
Cheer on the Tucson Roller Derby team in a double event against the Bad News Beaters. There will be merchandise to buy and other vendors as well as food.
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1
Where: Pima County Fair Grounds, 11300 S Houghton Road.
Cost: $20
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"Ofrendas: Life Beyond Death,” by Arizona Folklórico Dance Studio
Experience the vibrant traditions and cultural origins of Día de los Muertos in a stylized folk dance production, brought to you by the dancers of Arizona Folklórico Dance Studio.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1
Where: Pima Community College Center for the Arts, 2202 W Anklam Road.
Cost: $22 per seat
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Día de los Muertos: A Celebration of Life - Tucson Symphony Orchestra
Celebrate the rich musical traditions of Día de los Muertos in this collaboration between the Tucson Symphony Orchestra and the Tucson International Mariachi Conference.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1
Where: Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, 260 S Church Ave.
Cost: Tickets from $24.80 – $81.10.
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It’s a 2000s Halloween Party
Enjoy a nostalgic blast from the past. This electrifying event celebrates the iconic 2000s era, featuring the decade's biggest hits across pop, hip-hop, and rock genres. Embrace the Y2K fashion and culture as you dance the night away to tunes from Britney Spears, Eminem, and more.
When: 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1
Where: The Rialto Theatre, 318 E Congress St.
Cost: $21.65
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Twilight Saga Trivia Brunch- Snakes & Lattes
Are you ready for Twilight Saga Trivia Brunch? Join fellow fans for a showdown that will test your knowledge of vampires, werewolves, and everything in between. Choose your side, rally your pack, and claim eternal bragging rights.
When: 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 2
Where: Snakes & Lattes, 988 E University Blvd.
Cost: Tickets from $11.28
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Día de los Muertos Celebración - Tucson Botanical Gardens
Spend the afternoon celebrating Día de los Muertos in Tucson Botanical Gardens’ “Nuestro Jardín,” with beautiful floral displays, an ofrenda to honor the lives of family and friends who have passed, mariachi and puppet performances, and festive educational programming for the whole family.
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: Adults (18-61) $19; children (4-12) $10; students (13-17), $15; seniors (62+) $15
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Día de los Muertos Painting Event
Whether you are new to Día de los Muertos traditions, or continuing a yearly ritual, you can celebrate the bond you shared with your beloved pet, by painting memorial boxes and simple altars to fill with meaningful items.
When: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2
Where: A Loyal Companion, 4758 E Grant Road.
Cost: Free to attend, optional donation to the ALC Foundation
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