If you are looking to add some excitement to you weekend, check out some of these 30 events happening in Tucson, July 11-13!
Events at Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm
June might bring hot temperatures to Tucson, but it brings lavender to Oracle. It's officially bloom season at the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm and the owners are celebrating with tours, workshops, a fairy festival, an ode to Frida Kahlo and a lavender-themed dinner.
When: Various dates in June
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 St.)
Cost: $15 for tours and tastings, $35 to make a lavender wand, $45 to make a lavender wreath, $17 for the fairy festival, $60 for the lavender dinner, $15 for the Frida Kahlo celebration
Visit the event page for more information.
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 for March, 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.
Visit the event page for more information.
Food Truck Roll Up at AVA Amphitheater on July 19th!
Roll Up to the best food scene in town this summer!
The Food Truck Roll Up stops at Casino Del Sol’s AVA Amphitheater with 20+ food trucks, live DJ and free entry.
Come and taste all your favorite food truck bites! Sponsored by Tucson Foodie.
$3 Ticket Tuesdays at Reid Park Zoo
Every Tuesday throughout June and July, admission to Reid Park Zoo will be $3 for everyone!
When: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Tuesdays
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Ct.
Cost: $3
Visit their event page 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.
When: 5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Guests explore the butterfly garden inside the Tucson Botanical Gardens on Jan. 29.
$5 Fridays at the Tucson Botanical Gardens
Enjoy $5 admission to the Tucson Botanical Gardens every Friday through September 26.
When: Fridays through September 26 (except July 4)
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: $5
Visit their event page for more information.
Movie Night at Tanna’s Botannas
Every Friday, Tanna’s 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.
When: 7:30 p.m. on Fridays
Where: Tanna's Botannas, 4426 S. 6th Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for snacks
Visit their event page for more information.
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.
Summer Safari Nights 2025
Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Friday and Saturday evenings!
When: 6-8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E Zoo Ct
Cost: $0-$11.25
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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
Visit the event page for more information.
Prairie Karwoski, 9, helps her mother Geneva create mushroom earring as part of Caroline Martin's art cart parked at The Korean Rose.
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 June
Where: Various places
Cost: $5-$15
Visit their 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: 9 a.m. to 3 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.
Sabino Canyon Night Crawler
The Sabino Canyon Crawler's night tour returns on Saturdays, now through October 25!
When: 7:30- 9 p.m. on Saturdays
Where: Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5700 N Sabino Canyon Road
Cost: $15 for adults, $8 for children
Visit their event page for more information.
Visitors walk a trail as the sun sets over the grounds at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum during Cool Summer Nights, Mad About Monsoons, Tucson, Ariz., July 16, 2022.
Cool Summer Nights
Enjoy the sights of the Desert Museum at night — in cooler temperatures! Bring a flashlight to walk around and possibly spot a nocturnal animal, touch a stingray and check out themed activities.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturdays June 7 - August 31
Where: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road
Cost: $29.95 for adults, $19.95 for kids ages 3-12. $24.95 for Arizona residents.
Visit the event page for more information.
Summer Fridays at Lodge on the Desert
For this month’s Summer Friday, they will be holding a family friendly bookish event. Popular local pop-up, Friends to Lovers, will be there along with other small businesses and treats.
When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, July 11
Where: Lodge on the Desert, 306 N. Alvernon Way
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit their event page for more information.
Monsoon Literacy Celebration
This fun, child-friendly event features activities like screening The Gruffalo’s Child, a Sonoran Desert sing-along, storytimes, photo ops, dancing, literacy activities, free books and more.
When: Friday and Saturday, July 11-12
Where: Fox Theatre, 17 W. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, reserve your spot on their website
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Shimmer Body Oil + Summer Candle Workshop
At this workshop, you’ll be able to make your own shimmer body oil and a 9 ounce candle.
When: 5:15 p.m. Friday, July 11
Where: Di Luna, 2700 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $50
Visit their event page for more information
Dog Days of Summer
Come meet your best friend! PACC is hosting an adoption event where they will be offering free adoptions for all pets along with local food trucks, games and raffles.
When: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday, July 12
Where: PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
Visit their event page for more information
Free Record Day
Heroes and Villains will be giving over 1500 records for free! Every attendee gets a free vinyl pack which includes three records that are pulled from collections across the U.S.
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 12
Where: Heroes and Villains, 4533 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend
Visit their event page for more information
Gather A Vintage Market
Gather A Vintage Market
Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this market.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, July 12-14; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 15
Where: Gather A Vintage Market, 300 S. Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Yoga at Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.
Find Your Zen at Saturday's yoga class at Crooked Tooth Brewing!
When: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 28
Where: Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., 228 E 6th St
Cost: $12
Visit the event page for more information.
The Bandit’s Western Market: Coastal Cowgirl
This western-themed market will have bottomless mimosas, local vendors, cute photo-opps and a free limited edition tote to the first 50 attendees.
When: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, July 12
Where: Whiskey Roads, 2290 W. Ina Rd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit their event page for more information
Charm Bar Workshop at Chappopin Cafe
Desierto Designs will be hosting a charm bar workshop where you can choose between a bracelet or necklace and pick your own charms. The workshop price includes all the supplies, a coffee and a pastry.
When: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday, July 12
Where: Chappopin Cafe, 640 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: $50
Visit their event page for more information.
Paint Your Own Mythical Creature
Join local artist Darby Hunter and paint your very own mythical creature figurine. Figurines include griffins, unicorns, manticore and more.
When: 12-5 p.m. Saturday, July 12
Where: The Desert Garden Gallery, 2456 N. Pantano Rd.
Cost: $20 per figure
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Desert Artisans Market- Christmas in July
Shop local Artisans and small businesses selling crochet plushies, soaps, candles, art, home decor, jewelry, bags and more!
When: 12-5 p.m. Saturday, July 12
Where: Catalyst Creative Collective, 4500 N Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Night Ops at the Pima Air & Space Museum
The Pima Air & Space Museum is staying open late four times this summer! Watch as the sun sets over the planes and enjoy themed activities.
When: 5-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, July 12 and July 26
Where: Pima Air & Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Road
Cost: $15 for ages 13 and up, free for ages 12 and under
Visit the event page for more information.
Social Saturdays
Spend the night with the local shops located at the Monier Building. Each shop will have a mix of complimentary refreshments, family-friendly activities and a raffle.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, July 12
Where: Monier Building, 160 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit their event page for more information
Oldies and Vintage night market
Get ready for a blast from the past! At this groovy market, you'll find retro vendors, handmade treasures & nostalgic collectibles, as well as classic diner delights, a vintage car showcase, games and more!
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, July 12
Where: Tucson Boxing & Fitness, 6261 N Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend
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'Trade Day' at Showtime Cards
Bring your collections, binders, and boxes to trade with other card enthusiasts. You'll find live Pokémon and sports card breaks in-store and streamed online, so don’t miss the action! You can also feast on a summer BBQ of burgers and hot dogs while supplies last.
When: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, July 13
Where: Showtime Cards, 5801 E Speedway
Cost: Free
Visit their event page for more information
The Wizard of Oz Screening
Escape the heat and head to the Fox Theatre where they will be showing the classic film, The Wizard of Oz.
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, July 13
Where: Fox Theatre: 17 W. Congress St.
Cost: $10
Visit their event page for more information
Sycamore Park food truck roundup
Choose delicious meals from several food trucks at this family-friendly round-up!
When: 4:30-7 p.m. Sunday, July 13
Where: 7442 E Sycamore Park Blvd
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
Visit their event page for more information
