Summer is a lot slower — for traffic, for restaurants, for artists.
It's when temperatures rise, snowbirds return home and students leave for the season. It's when big events go on vacation until fall makes its return.
But at least seven local organizations are hosting markets when the sun tucks itself away and the cooler temperatures say hello.
Makers Market at The Tuxon
Find more than 40 makers at this market created by artist Lilith & Daughters. In the past, attendees have been able to find everything from candles and baked goods to jewelry and paintings.
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: The Tuxon, 960 S. Freeway
Visit the event page for more information.
Moon Market
Four of Wands is hosting its monthly moon market, complete with astrology, palm readers, and bone and tarot readings. There will be $20 Zodiac-themed flash tattoos, mystical vendors and a food truck.
When: 2-9 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where: Four of Wands, 4349 E. Broadway
Visit the event page for more information.
4th Ave. Flea Market
The folks behind the popular biannual Made In Tucson market are hosting their first summer night market. While the spring and fall markets typically feature hundreds of makers, the upcoming summer market will feature 40.
When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, June 23
Where: Historic Fourth Avenue Coalition, 311 E. Seventh St.
Visit the event page for more information.
Queer & Strange: An Odd Pride Market
Curiosity shop The Heathenry is collaborating with witchy shop Monsoon Mystics to put together an LGBTQ+ market. There are plans for around 20 artists to be there, but stay tuned to see the final vendor list.
When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, June 24
Where: The Heathenry, 657 W. St Marys Road
Visit the event page for more information.
Summer Night Market
Shop from more than 50 local makers when the Summer Night Market takes over the MSA Annex every last Friday of the month through September. You'll typically find jewelry, vintage clothing, candles, sweets and more.
When: 6-10 p.m. Fridays, June 30, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 29
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Visit the event page for more information.
The Happy Hive Market
Past artists at The Happy Hive monthly markets have sold items like soap, apparel, paper goods and baked treats. Vendor applications just went up, so stay tuned for the final lineup of makers.
When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, June 30
Where: Button Brew House, 6800 N. Camino Martin
Visit the event page for more information.
Moonlight Market
Rozet Nursery's upcoming market features more than a dozen local makers selling items like ceramics, pressed flowers and photography. Also set to be there: Tucson Kava Bar and Moroccan-inspired sandwiches from La Merguez, plus live music and an herb-themed class.
When: 7-10 p.m. Saturday, July 1
Where: Rozet Nursery, 7707 E. 22nd St.
Visit the event page for more information.
