Holiday Ball at Barnes & Noble at the Foothills Mall
Tucson is getting its very own Hogwarts Yule Ball and if that's not enough to get you excited, there will be a craft-making station, free samples of a festive sugar cookies and a caramel apple spice drink (while supplies last), and you can β should β dress up.
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When: Friday Dec. 9, 7 p.m.
Where: Barnes and Noble, 7325 N. la Cholla Blvd. #100
Cost: Free
Make paper snowflakes with Carrie Levesque
Relive one of your favorite memories growing up or learn how to make them for the first time. Carrie Levesque, snowflake-making queen, is leading classes this month.
Snowflake by Carrie Levesque
When: Saturday, Dec. 10 from 9 a.m. to noon
Where: Cartel, 210 E. Broadway Blvd.
Cost: Free
Remember making snowflakes as a kid?
The Wizard of Oz at The Loft Cinema
Get the family together for a free showing of The Wizard of Oz with activities before the show.
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When: Saturday, Dec. 10, 9:15 a.m.
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Free
Free holiday movies at The Screening Room
Watch Love Actually and National Lampoonβs Christmas Vacation at The Screening Room for free. It's holiday movies for free. Enough said.
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When: Saturday, Dec. 10, three showings for Love Actually at 12 p.m./4:30 p.m./9 p.m. and two for National Lampoonβs Christmas Vacation at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free
Love Actually: 12 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 9 p.m.
Rudolph and crafts at Southern Arizona Transportation Museum
Do some crafts and some activities, then watch Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer.
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When: Saturday, Dec. 10, Crafts start at 2:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 3:30 p.m.
Where: Southern Arizona Transportation Museum, 414 N. Toole Ave.
Cost: Free
Go on a hike
Saguaro National Park is hosting many night hikes this month and it would be a shame if you missed it. You'll be guided along a trail for about three hours. Children 10 and older are welcome.
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Walkers take in sights along the Desert Ecology Trail at Saguaro National Park East.
When: Saturday, Dec. 10, 3:45-7 p.m.
Where: Saguaro National Park, 2700 N. Kinney Rd.
Cost: Free. Call (520) 733-5158 to make a reservation.
Star Wars Trilogy at Casa Film Bar
Get excited for the release of Rogue One this month with a Star Wars Trilogy event. You'll be watching the original three movies that started it all. Grab a beer while you're there.
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When: Saturday, Dec. 10, 5-11:59 p.m.
Where: Casa Video and Casa Film Bar, 2905 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Free
Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair
Experience a crowded Fourth Avenue filled with local vendors, artists, food and drink vendors, street musicians, and tons of other family fun activities.
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When: Friday to Sunday, Dec. 9-11, all day.
Where: Between University Boulevard and Ninth Street on Fourth Avenue. Check out the map here.
Cost: Bring money to buy stuff.
Between University Boulevard and Ninth Street on Fourth Avenue. Check out the map here.
Syrian Sweet Sale at Grace St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Feel good about indulging in sweets and treats. Benefit 12 Syrian women by buying sweets from them, the money raised goes straight to them. Bring cash.
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When: Sunday, Dec. 11, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Where: Grace St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2331 E. Adams St.
Cost: Prices vary by treat and the woman that made it.
Cardboard Ball 2016
Go dressed up in your best cardboard or recycled outfit. Yes, cardboard. Itβs the fifth year of the Cardboard Ball and this yearβs theme is Invoking the Trickster. There will be DJs, refreshments, and live entertainment. Get your tickets at Yikes Toys and Pop Cycle.
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When: Saturday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Steinfeld Warehouse Community Arts Center, 101 W. 6th St.
Cost: $10 per ticket.
Meet Santa at The Stillwell House
Enjoy milk and cookies with Santa, take photos in the photo booth and participate in more holiday activities.
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When: Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: The Stillwell House and Garden, 134 S. 5th Ave.
Cost: $15 per person. Call (520) 623-9123 or email candace@stillwellhouse.com to make a reservation.
Bubbles and braids at Boss Shears
Take a break from the Fourth Avenue Street Fair to get your hair braided and to sip on some champagne. You don't have to make a reservation, just walk in and pick one of the four braids they'll be offering.
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When: Friday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 3-ish p.m.
Where: Boss Shears, 426 E. 7th St.
Cost: $15
Kruzinβ for Kidz Holiday Parade
Watch local motorcyclists parade from Hi Corbett Field through central Tucson and then attend an after party at Sabbar Shrine Temple with music, food, vendors, and raffles. This event benefits Aviva Childrenβs Services, a local non-profit. Bring a new and unwrapped toy to donate.
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When: Saturday, Dec. 10, Registration opens at 8 a.m. and the parade begins at noon.
Where: Sabbar Shrine Temple, 450 S. Tucson Blvd.
Cost: Registration is $20 per rider plus one new, unwrapped toy plus $5 for an added passenger. The after party is included in the registration price for riders and $5 dollars for non-riders.
Bring a new and unwrapped toy.
Afternoon Holiday Tea at Loews Ventana Canyon
We all need to feel fancy. Go to Loews Ventana Canyon for afternoon tea, champagne, finger sandwiches, and holiday pastries.
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When: Every Friday and Saturday until Jan. 7 (except Dec. 24 and 31) from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. Resort Dr.
Cost: $45 per person. Call (520) 299-2020 to make a reservation.
