Pima County Fair 2018

Pima County Fair 🎡

Pima County Fair Opening Day

It's that time again! Enjoy funky fair food, see some concerts, visit the carnival rides, booths and animals. Get more details about fair events and deals here.

Where: Pima County Fair, 11300 S. Houghton Rd.

When: Thursday, April 19, 1 p.m. to midnight, The fair will be in town from April 19-29. 

Cost: Adults $9, ages 6-10 $5, Military $5, ages 5 and under are free. Parking $5

For more information click here.

Ludacris at the Pima County Fair

This show is free with admission to the fair though a limited number of upgraded seats are available at an extra cost. Check out all the music at the Pima County Fair, including Ja Rule, Ashanti, Kid N Play and Randy Houser.

Where: Pima County Fair, 11300 S. Houghton Rd.

When: Thursday, April 19, 8-9:30 p.m.

Cost: Free with fair admission

For more information click here.

BEERFEST at the Pima County Fair (Sponsored)

Support local breweries and breweries abroad while benefitting the Centurion Foundation. Activities include music, games, door prices and more. All attendees will receive a commemorative cup and of course BEER! Must be 21-and-over to attend and show valid ID at entrance.

Sample American craft beers and select beers from around the world: 10 Barrel Brewery; Barrio Brewing Company; Breckenridge Brewery; Bud Light Ritas; Elysian Brewing Company; Estrella Jalisco; Four Peaks Brewery; Goose Island; Golden Road Brewing; Shock Top; Spiked Seltzer; Stella Artois

Where: Sunset Cantina Bar and Grill at the Pima County Fairgrounds, 11300 S. Houghton Rd.

When: Saturday, April 21, noon to 4 p.m.

Cost: 10 tastes for $15, fair admission sold separately. Discounted tickets are available for a limited time or pay full price at the door. Click here for tickets.

🎉For Everyone🎉

Cultivate Spring 2018 pop-up market at the Chicago Store

Go shopping and meet local independent designers, artists and shops. Early-bird tickets get you in before the crowds at 8 a.m.

Where: The former Chicago Store, 130 E. Congress St.

When: Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost: Free

For more information click here.

Tucson Earth Day Festival

Celebrate the environment at this 23-year-old festival hosted at the Children's Museum Tucson.

Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.

When: Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: Free

For more information click here.

Rancho Sahuarita Twilight Market in Sahuarita

Take a little road trip and shop produce, baked goods, arts & crafts and eat at the food trucks. 

Where: Rancho Sahuarita Twilight Market, 15455 S. Camino Lago Azul

When: Friday, April 20, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Cost: Event is free to attend 

For more information click here.

Turkish Bazaar Food Festival

Get your hands on some gozleme, kebabs, baklava and coffee while you enjoy authentic Turkish music, artisan Turkish Ebru and Henna at this first ever Turkish food festival to raise money for programs and activities to support immigrant family programs.

Where: Sema Foundation, 2843 N. Alvernon Way

When: Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Cost: Event is free to attend 

For more information click here.

Free Events at Camp Cooper

Visit live animal demos, facility tours, live music from local schools, night hike and look through telescopes by the campfire. Food trucks will also be available at the event.

Where: Cooper Center for Environmental Learning, 5403 W Trails End Rd.

When: Saturday, April 22, 5-9 p.m.

Cost: Event is free to attend, but bring some money for the food trucks.

For more information click here.

Camping Under The Stars in Marana

Camp overnight in and watch the movie "Coco" in the park, sit by the camp fire, star gazing, crafts, games, and environmental exhibits. There will also be a tent decorating contest with prizes. 

Where: Ora Mae Harn District Park, 13250 N. Lon Adams Rd.

When: Saturday, April 21, 2 p.m. to Sunday, April 22, 10 a.m.

Cost: $5 for 4 people, $10 for 5-8 people, $15 for 9 people. Please register 

For more information click here.

Earth Day $1 Day Sale at the Buffalo Exchange 

Sale is cash only. Be sure to arrive early for the deals, they sell out fast. Deals will be men and women’s clothing and accessories. Be sure to bring your own bag. 

Where: Buffalo Exchange , 2001 E. Speedway Blvd. 

When: Saturday, April 21, 10-11 a.m.

Cost: Event is free to attend, but bring cash for shopping.

For more information click here.

National Park Week free admission day

Visit Saguaro National Park East or Saguaro National Park West for free.

Where: Saguaro National Park East, 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail; Saguaro National Park West, 2700 N. Kinney Road

When: Saturday, April 21, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost: Free 

For more information click here.

A Carnival with Heart

Have fun with carnival activities, food and rides to support moms and babies.

Where: Polly Anna Park at Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd.

When: Friday, April 20, 5-7 p.m.

Cost: Go here for suggested donations.

For more information click here.

30th Anniversary Celebration at the Wildlife Museum

Celebrate the museum's 30 years in Tucson with $5 admission, activities, food trucks and more. All proceeds benefit education programs at the museum.

Where: International Wildlife Museum, 4800 W. Gates Pass Rd. 

When: Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $5 admission; $5 wristband gets you a horseback ride, face painting and balloon animal.

For more information click here.

Running Safety and Personal Defense Class

Attendees will be shown self-defense techniques and will be allowed to practice these moves with a certified instructor. 

Where: The Core at La Encantada, 2905 E Skyline Dr.

When: Sunday, April 22, 3-5 p.m.

Cost: Free, call to reserve a spot. Dress for activity.

For more information click here.

Inner Tube Art Class

Lets upcycle! Supplies will be provided to make inner-tube flowers, wallets, earrings, cuffs and more. Kids are welcome to participate too. 

Where: BICAS, 2001 N. 7th Ave.

When: Sunday, April 22, noon to 2 p.m.

Cost: $5

For more information click here.

Building Low Cost Self-Watering Containers 

Learn how to save on water this summer and grow healthy vegatables with a  self-watering container.  The workshop will show how to use  common up-cycled materials for less than $10.

Where: Himmel Park Library, 1035 N. Treat Ave.

When: Monday, April 23, 5-6 p.m.

Cost: Event is free to attend

For more information click here.

Going out of business sale at Upcycle

Upcycle Tucson will be closing on Saturday, April 28. There's lots of crafty stuff to pick through for DIY projects you have in mind at home.

Where: Upcycle Tucson, 924 W. Grant Rd. 

When: April 18-21 and April 25-28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Cost: Free to attend

For more information click here. 

🎈Kids🎈

Kids Night Out

Give yourself a break and give your kids a good time with movie night at POPPKiDZ. Bring their PJ's, sunscreen, towel and a bottle of water.

Where: POPPKiDZ, 2045 W. Omar Dr. 

When: Saturday, April 21, 5-9 p.m.

Cost: $15 Per child, or $12 if you reserve your spot in advance.

For more information click here.

Kids' Open Mic at La Cocina

Take you kiddo to this event to show their talents. Kids can sing, dance, tell jokes, do magic and perform other talents. Don't forget about the seasonal craft workshop while you watch the show. 

Where: La Cocina Restaurant and Cantina, 201 N. Court Ave.

When: Sunday at 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Cost: Free Admission

For more information click here.

👯‍♀️BFF👯‍♀️

Self-Defense/Krav Maga Introductory Class

Learn self defense and get a workout at the same time. Wear comfortable workout clothes and bring a bottle of water. 

Where: Tucson's Rising Phoenix Fitness and Defense, 1548 S. Euclid, Suite B.

When: Saturday, April 21, 1:30-3 p.m.

Cost: Your first class is free, $35 for returning guests

For more information click here.

Spring Yoga Series

This is a 60-minute, all-levels yoga class. Get ready to balance, reach and sweat. 

Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.

When: Saturday, April 21, 10-11 a.m.

Cost: $5, bring your mat and water

For more information click here.

Mermaids on the Beach Plant Nite

Eat some food or have a drink and make an aquatic masterpiece. 

Where: Hot Rods Old Vail Restaurant and Bar, 10500 E. Old Vail Rd.

When: Sunday, April 22, 5-8 p.m.

Cost: $56

For more information click here.

Surreal Sunflowers 

Paint like Van Gogh and make a colorful masterpiece.

Where: HighWire Lounge, 14 S. Arizona Ave.

When: Thursday, April 19, 6:15 p.m.

Cost: $30

For more information click here.

Watercolor Sugar Skull

Here is your chance to paint a beautiful sugar skull on either wood pallets or a canvas.  

Where: Borderlands Brewing Company, 119 E. Toole Ave.

When: Saturday, April 21, 6:15 p.m.

Cost: $35

For more information click here.

Ladies Who Lift - Kettlebell Workshop

Make some new friends while you sweat it out. All levels are welcome to this workshop.

Where: Rising Phoenix Fitness & Defense, 1548 S. Euclid Ave. #B

When: Sunday, April 22, 1-3 p.m.

Cost: $27.03

For more information click here.

🎥Movies🎥

Free Outdoor Screening of Coco

See the magical, musical, Oscar-winning animated adventure "Coco" screened under the stars on The Loft Cinema’s giant inflatable solar cinema screen.

Where: The Highland Bowl on the University of Arizona campus near the Tree Ring Lab.

When: Friday, April 20, 9-10:45 p.m.

Cost: Free

For more information click here.

Arizona International Film Festival: Ordinary Days

See a drama/mystery film shot from different perspectives of family life. 

Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.

When: Thursday, April 19, 7 p.m.

Cost: $9.27

For more information click here.

Rodents of Unusual Size at the Arizona International Film Festival

Learn about 20-pound swamp rats in Louisiana and the story of the fight between rodent and the townsfolk.

Where: The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St.

When: Friday, April 20, 6-8 p.m.

Cost: $9.27

For more information click here.

Skyglow - Earth Day Screening

See scenic light shows from the night sky, cities and other wonders of our planet.

Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.

When: Sunday, April 22, 2-4 p.m.

Cost: $6-8

For more information click here.

Drive-In to see The Lion King

Pack up the car and go to the movies to see one of Disney's classics.

Where: Tanque Verde Swap Meet, 4100 S. Palo Verde Rd.

When: Sunday, April 22, 7:30-9 p.m.

Cost: $15 per vehicle or $20 front row parking

For more information click here.

Grave of the Fireflies

See one of Tsutomu Tatsumi's classic anime movies about a brother and sister who get separated from their parents and rely on each other to stay alive. 

Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.

When: Tuesday, April 24, 7- 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $6-$10.75

For more information click here.

🛍️Weekly Ads 🛍️

Target - April 15-21 - Get a $5 gift card when you buy select Up & Up products. Get $10 gift card if you spend over $40 in family apparel, shoes and accessories. Women's tees and tanks 3/$20 or $8 each, women's shoes $12.99 - $32.99 and Opalhouse Planters $4.99 and up.

Michaels - April 15-21 - All spring and summer floral are 40% off , summer candleholders $4 each, bistro chairs $20 each, edison string lights $12 each, All strung beads are 50% off, All Crayola are buy one get one 50% off and bulk craft buys are $10 each.

Kohls - April 13-22 - Women's select kimonos 50% off, All women's Sonoma straw hats 50% off, Fila athletic shoes for kids $29.99, Carter's playwear clothing for boys 4-8, girls 4-8 and toddlers 50% off, Food Network 12-In. preseasoned cast-iron skillet or 10-in $16.99 and SO flats for women $19.99.

Joann Fabric - April 12-25 - Don't forget your extra 20% off coupon that can be added to sale items. Plant Stands are 70% off, Offray Basic by-the-spool ribbon 50% off, paper pads and stacks 50% off, 6" tulle spools $2.99 each, Caron Simply Soft yarn 2 for $5 and novelty cotton fabrics 50% off entire stock.


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