If you're still looking for fun events to fill your weekend, look no further!
Here's our list of almost 50 exciting events happening in Tucson April 17-19 including the Pima County Fair, crafty workshops, Native Nations Day celebrations and so much more!
New this week
Pima County Fair
Enjoy funky fair food, hop on the rides, play carnival games and more at the Pima County Fair. Concerts this year include Stone Temple Pilots, Midland, Rhythm and Beats Revival, Yatchly Crew, Matthew West, Flow Jam, Chevelle, Brett Young, and Los Tucanes De Tijuana.
Where: Pima County Fairgrounds, 11300 S. Houghton Road
Cost: General admission is $14.73 for adults, $9 for kids ages 6-10. Parking is $9.
Visit the website for info on wristbands, bundles and other promotions.
Arizona International Film Festival
The 34th Arizona International Film Festival will include 24 features and 70 shorts from 19 countries. Throughout its years, this festival has exhibited more than 3,500 films representing 100 countries.
When: April 17-26
Where: Various locations
Cost: $100 for all-access pass, $30 for five admissions, $10 for single admission
Visit the event page for more information.
Create a customized charm necklace or bracelet at Sigfus Designs’ charm bar.
DIY Keychain Workshop
Design and make your own custom accessory using beads, charms, and a photo of your favorite band or artist!
When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, April 17
Where: Sigfus Designs, 3264 N Country Club Road
Cost: $35
Visit their event page for more information.
Soar Into Learning at Kite Day
Join us Friday, April 24 from 9:15–10:15am at Curtis Park for a fun-filled morning in the sky. Tour the Carden of Tucson K-8 campus, meet our teachers, and experience the community that helps students thrive. Bring the family and see what makes our school different.
Anita
A joyful, heartfelt, and electrifying new musical infused with cumbia, bolero, and R&B-pop fusions. When Anita is separated from her parents at the border, she finds herself in the strict world of the Southwest Skies youth shelter.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, April 17
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S Church Ave.
Cost: General admission $52
Visit their event page for more information.
Femme Drop
Relax with beer, wine and snacks, and experience a fantastic all-female stand-up comedy show!
When: 8:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, April 17
Where: Tucson Improv Movement, 414 E. 9th Street
Cost: $9
Visit their event page for more information.
Animal Tracks: A Musical Zoo Tour
Join The University of Arizona School of Music for a family-friendly musical adventure through the animal kingdom. Each stop features fun animal facts and live performances by vocal groups.
When: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E Zoo Ct.
Cost: Included with zoo admission
Visit the event page for more information.
Record Store Day 2026
Celebrate Record Store Day with Heroes and Villains.
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Heroes and Villains, 4533 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend
Visit their event page for more information
Family Fun Fair
This family-friendly event will include fun activities for kids such as face painting and kite making, as well as games, giveaways, free food, and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Reid Park, 22nd St.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit their event page for more information
Native Nations Day Celebration
This family-friendly event celebrates 4000-plus years of indigenous culture in Tucson through art, food, and performances.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Presidio San Agustín del Tucson, 196 N Court Ave.
Cost: Included with admission price
Visit their event page for more information
Menlo Park Spring Fiesta
Enjoy our community with a potluck, hot dogs, family-friendly activities, a plant sale fundraiser and more!
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Menlo Park, 325 N Grande Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
PlayPalooza
The Play District, a local resource on kid-friendly things to do in Tucson, is hosting PlayPalooza featuring STEM activities, crafts, face painting and family-friendly vendors.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Second Sky, 4141 E. Irvington Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Tucson Black Film Club
This month Tucson Film Club is screening and discussing American Fiction.
When: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Dunbar-Spring
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Once a month, the Desert Haze Market takes over the Hotel Congress patio.
Desert Haze Market
Shop all kinds of vintage clothing when this market pops up at Hotel Congress.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Trinket Box Unveiling and Trinket Trade Party
Witness the official unveiling of Tucson’s first trinket trade box, and trade your own trinkets!
When: 12 to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Golf N' Stuff, 6503 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Junk Journal Club
Join guest instructor Stacey Lynch for a lemonade-themed junk journal workshop, and get creative with mixed media, textures, and scrapbook elements.
When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: This N' That Studios, 1066 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $20
Visit the event page for more information.
U of A Master Gardeners Garden Talks: Beneficial Insects
From parasitic wasps to hoverflies and ladybugs, there is a fascinating world of helpers protecting your plants. Learn to identify their distinctive characteristics and preferred prey, as well as practical strategies for inviting these allies into your integrated pest management plan.
When: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Valencia Library, 202 W Valencia Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Polymer Clay Saguaro Cacti Class
Craft your own miniature desert. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use polymer clay to create four unique clay Saguaro cacti.
When: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Colliope Co., 2706 N Silverbell Road
Cost: $35
Visit the event page for more information.
420 Fest
Tucson Foodie and Tucson Doobie are celebrating all things 4/20 at this festival featuring dispensaries, live music, vendors and food trucks.
When: 2-6 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: MSA Annex, 267 South Avenida del Convento
Cost: $25 to $40. This event is for ages 21 and up (or 18 and up with a valid MMJ card)
Visit the event page for more information.
Fiesta Sahuarita
Celebrate the town of Sahuarita with vendors, food trucks, live music, a kids' area, and more.
When: 2-8 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Anamax Park, 17501 S. Camino de las Quintas, Sahuarita
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Hand Painted Pots Workshop
Learn how to make cute painted pots that hold up to the elements.
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $40
Visit the event page for more information.
Goth Clothing Exchange
Find goth, alternative, and punk fashions, including DIY and upcycled items, rave wear, band tees, accessories and more, and swap your old clothing for new favorites!
When: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Screwbean Brewing, 103 N Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, free trading table, bring money for vendors
Visit the event page for more information.
Moonlight Night Market
Meet Harlow’s artists and see their exclusive original pieces.
When: 5-7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Harlow Gardens, 5620 E Pima St.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit their event page for more information.
Queer Craft Night
This LGBTQ+ friendly craft hang invites you to slow down, get inspired, and create something meaningful using collage, scrapbooking, and mixed media.
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Sigfus Designs, 3264 N Country Club Road
Cost: $25
Visit their event page for more information.
An individual enjoys the Laser Taylor Swift show at the Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium in Tucson, 2023.
Laser Shows at Flandrau
Flandrau is hosting several different music-themed laser shows this April. Expect shows paired with the music of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Journey, and 80's icons.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $20, admission to science exhibits is included
Visit the event page for more information.
The Game Show Show
Join Tucson Improv Movement for a night of gameshow style fun. The Game Show Show pits contestants against each other in this improvised show with fabulous prizes!
When: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Tucson Improv Movement, 414 E. 9th Street
Cost: $9
Visit their event page for more information.
Selena Birthday Celebration with Biddi Biddi Banda
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: La Rosa, 800 N. Country Club
Cost: Tickets starting at $32
Visit their event page for more information.
80s Dance Party at The Surly Wench Pub
In honor of the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller's Day Off, dance the night away to all of your favorite retro hits, and enjoy nostalgic music videos. Dress in your finest 80s attire, Ferris Bueller's Day Off-themed, or come as yourself!
When: 9 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: The Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. 4th Ave
Cost: $5
Visit their event page for more information.
Jerry's Girls
Jerry's Girls celebrates the music of Jerry Herman, highlighting the broad spectrum of thrilling material he wrote specifically for female performers.
When: Various times April 18 to May 3
Where: Marroney Theatre, 1025 N. Olive Road
Cost: Tickets starting at $26
Visit their event page for more information.
Junkchella
Get crafty and shop local vendors at Junkchella! You'll find flash tattoos, handmade stamps, a photobooth and more!
When: 5-7 p.m. Sunday, April 19
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E Congress St.
Cost: $37
Visit their event page for more information.
Goth Bento Cake Decorating Workshop
Learn how to create cute, vintage-style bento cakes in a fun, hands-on decorating session.
When: 5-7 p.m. Sunday, April 19
Where: Hotel McCoy, 720 W Silverlake Road
Cost: $70
Visit their event page for more information.
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A statue looks out onto the blooming field of lavender at Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm in Oracle, Ariz. on June 1, 2023.
Events at Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm
Spring is the perfect time to experience the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm! The owners are celebrating with tours, themed workshops, and exciting events! Check out their seasonal teas at Lavender Manor!
When: Various dates in April
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
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, 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.
Sunset Yoga at MSA Annex
Sunset Yoga will be held every Tuesday in April guided by our amazing instructor, Joanna!
When: Tuesdays, 6:15 p.m. April 7, 14, 21, and 28
Where: MSA Annex, 267 South Avenida del Convento
Cost: $10
Visit the 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: Pay what you wish
Visit the event page for more information.
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 Street
Cost: Free to attend
Visit their Instagram page for more information.
West Side Community Rides
Join the west side community on the third Thursday of every month for a fun group ride from Transit Cycles to Dragoon Brewing. The brewery will also be serving $1 pints and Muncheez food truck will be cooking up food.
When: 5:30 p.m. meet up at Transit Cycles and the ride starts at 6 p.m.
Where: Transit Cycles, 267 S. Avenida del Convento Bldg. 10
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and food
Visit the event page for more information.
Paint & Sip Party
Unwind, listen to great music, and learn real painting techniques from professional artists.
When: 6-8 p.m. every Friday
Where: Catalyst Creative Collective, 4500 N. Oracle Road, Suite 110
Cost: $35
Visit the event page for more information.
One of the hikers gets a cell phone photo of a desert hairy scorpion under black light during Catalina Nights at Catalina State Park.
Catalina Nights
Experience Catalina State Park after dark with a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail!
When: First and third Fridays of the month
Where: Catalina State Park, 11570 N Oracle Road.
Cost: Park entry fee ($10 to 20)
Visit their event page for more information.
Crafty Hour at Valencia Library
Unwind and get creative at Adult Crafty Hour at the library! Whether you draw, paint, scrapbook, bead, journal, or create something totally unique, any craft is welcome!
When: 1-2 p.m. Fridays
Where: Valencia Library, 202 W. Valencia Road
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the event page for more information.
Snakes After Dark — Snakes & Lattes
Snakes & Lattes is bringing the late-night energy, immersive music, hosted games, prizes, craft cocktails!
When: 9 p.m. April 17, 18, 24, and 25
Where: Snakes & Lattes, 988 E. University Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and food
Visit the event page for more information.
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.
Foothills Community Markets
Visit this market to shop from vendors who have items like yard art, home decor, jewelry, baked goods and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
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
Visit the event page 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: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through April
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
Visit the event page for more information.
Mercado Flea
The Mercado Flea is back, complete with dozens of vendors selling antique and vintage items.
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month through May
Where: Mercado District, 100 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
Visit the event page for more information.
Caroline Martin, right, owner of the art cart, checks in on Prairie Karwoski, 9, and her mother Geneva, as they enjoy snacks and make art 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 April
Where: Various places
Cost: $5 to $15
Visit their event page for more information.
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 April
Where: Poppin' Off Pop Culture Gifts & More, 4570 E. Broadway.
Cost: Typically $0 to $15
Visit their event page for more information.
Workshops and Events at Di Luna
Di Luna is hosting fun creative workshops and exciting events all month long! From junk journaling to building your own terrarium and yoga on the patio, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
When: Various dates in April
Where: Di Luna Candles, 2700 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Prices vary
Visit the event page for more information.
