You don't have to break the bank to have some fun!
Below are some free to attend events happening around town this month.Β
Movie Night at Tannaβs Botannas
Every Friday, Tannaβs Botannas will be hosting a free movie night under the stars at their newly renovated patio. They suggest coming early so you can grab a good seat and snacks.Β
When: 7:30 p.m. on FridaysΒ
Where: Tanna's Botannas, 4426 S. 6th Ave
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for snacks
Visit their event page for more information.
Pathways meander throughout Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, on Dec. 2, 2022.
Chillin at the Chul
Check out music, spirits and bites at Tohono Chul's summer series. On Saturdays, Tohono Chul has partnered with Children's Museum Oro Valley to provide family-friendly nature play.
When: 6-9 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through Aug. 30
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
Visit the event page for more information.
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
Visit their event page for more information.Β
Birds of Mission Garden
Take a walk around the beautiful Mission Garden with one of the garden's expert birders. Youβll look for seasonal and resident birds and learn to identify some common calls and songs.
When:Β 8-9:30 a.m., Thursday, August 14
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W Mission Ln
Cost: Free
Visit their event page for more information.
Social Game Night- Snakes & Lattes
Spend a night with friends, or meet new ones over board games and shared laughter. Make lasting connections in a friendly and welcoming setting. Why not join a game and see where the night takes you!
When:Β 6-8 p.m., Thursday, August 14
Where:Β Snakes & Lattes, 988 East University Blvd
Cost: Free
Visit their event page for more information.
Movies in Marana
Grab your lawn chairs and dress up as your favorite character from OZ at this monthβs Movies in Marana where they will be showing Wicked Part 1. They will also have a few food vendors!
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, August 16
Where: Continental Ranch Community Park, 8900 N. Coachline Blvd.Β
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information
Movies on the Lawn
Bring your family and friends and enjoy a free screening of Mufasa.Β
When: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, August 16
Where: Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center, 10555 N. La Canada Dr.Β
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information
Summer Sunsets at Mission Garden
Bring your family and friends to Mission Garden where you can watch the picturesque sunset and grab a bite from Oaxarico.Β
When: 5-7 p.m. Thursday, August 21
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Ln
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
Visit the event page for more information
Fire Show at Sky Bar
Cirque Collective Fire Troupe puts on a 20-minute fire show every fourth Friday, right outside of Sky Bar.Β
When: 8:15 p.m. Friday, August 22
Where: Sky Bar, 536 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
You can find all kinds of vintage clothing at the Desert Haze Market, from tees to pants to dresses.
Desert Haze Market
Shop all kinds of vintage clothing when this market pops up at Hotel Congress. This month, they are celebrating their 2nd birthday with flash tattoos, a dj set and extra goodies.Β
When: 6-11 p.m., Saturday, August 23
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress Street
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Tucson 250+ Block Party
Celebrate Tucsonβs birthday at this block party, featuring performances, food and drinks that highlight the cityβs history, demonstrations and more.Β
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, August 23
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.Β
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information
Duckyβs 4th Annual Bake Sale
This sweet event will feature delicious treats from local vendors like Duckyβs, Ate Kei Filipino Treats, 1989 Bakehouse, Tucson Chocolate Factory and more.Β
When: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, August 24
Where: Brick Box Brewery, 220 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information
Summer Night Market
Shop from around 60 local makers when the Summer Night Market takes over the MSA Annex every fourth Friday of the month through September!
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, August 29
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Dirty T Tamarindo can be found at events around town, including the Tanque Verde Market pictured here.
Block Party and Night Market at Dirty T Tamarindo
To celebrate their 3rd anniversary, Dirty T Tamarindo will be hosting a party featuring local food trucks, vendors, games, a movie screening, a dj, a comedy show, a special announcement and more.Β
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, August 30
Where:Β 1211 W. St. Maryβs Rd. (the Food City parking lot)
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
Visit the event page for more information
Record Fair
Check out this record fair where you can buy and swap records, enjoy dj sets and grab a bloody mary from their bloody mary bar.Β
When: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, August 30
Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.Β
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more informationΒ
Dos Vidas Labor Day Kick Back Car Show
Stop by the Maynards Parking lot and check out this car show, featuring low riders, classic cars, art cars, choppers and more.Β
When: 5-9 p.m. Sunday, August 31
Where: Maynards parking lot, 400 N. Toole Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information
