Markets, movies and a whole lot of music are in store this weekend in Tucson.
It's the last weekend for the Tucson Jazz Festival and Zoppé Family Circus. Dillinger Days makes its annual return to Hotel Congress and a DJ night at The Rialto pays homage to all the Disney kids out there. Also on the roster: a free transportation-themed event for kiddos at the Children's Museum, an LGBTQ+ cocktail party, markets featuring your favorite makers and a $4 screening of "The Wizard of Oz."
Of course, things can change quickly these days. Check for the latest info before heading out!
Singer/guitarist Joey Burns, left, and drummer John Convertino, the core duo of the band Calexico, perform with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall on Jan. 13, 2024. The concert was part of the opening day of the Tucson Jazz Festival.
Tucson Jazz Festival
January in Tucson means jazz. The theme for this year's HSL Properties Tucson Jazz Festival is "Join the Party."
When: Now through Jan. 20
Where: Several locations
Cost: Varies
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Zoppé Family Circus
Zoppé Family Circus, featuring Nino the Clown and a cast of seven generations of Zoppés, is here for its last weekend. Expect acrobatic acts, a trapeze artist, a ringmaster and more. The circus has been a January tradition in Tucson since 2011.
When: Now through Jan. 21
Where: Mercado District, 100 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $25 for general admission, $45 for ringside
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The Arizona Opera presents: The Barber of Seville at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, Feb. 3-4.
Love, mistaken identity and humor are woven throughout The Barber of Seville, Rossini’s comic opera masterpiece. Performed in Italian with English and Spanish supertitles, The Barber of Seville is considered one of the greatest opera buffa of all time, maintaining its popularity for over 200 years. Get tickets now!
Tucson International Jewish Film Festival
Now through Jan. 31, dozens of films will be screened as part of the Tucson International Jewish Film Festival. Some films will be screened in person throughout the Tucson area. Others will be available to screen virtually.
When: Now through Jan. 31
Where: Several locations
Cost: $12 per film, $60 for six films
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Tucson History Social
Listen to a brief presentation about the history of the Sentinel Peak base, where Mission Garden now sits. Afterwards, mingle with other history-loving attendees.
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18
Where: The Tuxon, 960 S. Freeway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and food
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Join the Party at The Fox — Last Week of Tucson Jazz Festival Concerts!
The Fox embraces both new and familiar jazz this week with the groundbreaking Chief Adjuah (formally Christian Scott) on Thursday showcasing his electrifying artistry and genre-defying compositions — then on Saturday, Blue Note Records celebrates 85 years of their legendary jazz label with an exceptional live performance sure to end the Tucson Jazz Festival on a high note! Next Wednesday, don’t miss the critically acclaimed film Tótem (the Mexican entry for Best International Feature Film for the 96th Academy Awards), the story of 15-year-old Sol, whose world is about to change as she learns the essence of letting go and feels the breath of life.
Fork & Film
Head to Corbett's for a screening of "Top Gun," all while enjoying a dining experience inspired by the movie. Dinner includes salad, wings, a barbecue short rib sandwich and a flight of beer.
When: 7-10 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18
Where: Corbett's, 340 N. Sixth Ave.
Cost: $50
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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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Art Corner with BICAS
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: 3-6 p.m. Thursdays
Where: BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggested
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Sonoran Cinema at Tohono Chul
Visit Tohono Chul's Sonoran Cinema for an indoor screening of "The Wizard of Oz." Get cotton candy and popcorn from the concession stands!
When: 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: $4
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Whitney Listening Party
Roux Events is hosting a listening party at Revel Wine Bar, featuring Whitney Houston's greatest hits.
When: 8-10:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19
Where: Revel Wine Bar, 416 E. Ninth St.
Cost: $15 for reserved seating
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Those attending “Be Our Guest: The Disney DJ Night” at the Rialto Theatre are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Disney character from the movies as well as the TV shows. This trio at a recent New York event donned costumes from “The Incredibles.”
Be Our Guest: The Disney DJ Night
From "High School Musical" and "Hannah Montana" to "Frozen" and "The Lion King," this Disney night will spin all your fave Disney hits at The Rialto.
When: 9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19
Where: The Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St.
Cost: $18-$20. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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Mamma Coal's Dolly Hoot
Local musician Mamma Coal is hosting this tribute to Dolly Parton, sharing her favorite Dolly songs alongside other Tucson musicians.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19
Where: 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave.
Cost: $12-$20. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Queer Speed Dating
Find your next date or make a new friend at this queer speed dating event!
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19
Where: Bawker Bawker Cider House, 400 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to participate with the purchase of one drink. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Tucson Coin Show
Head to Casino del Sol for the Tucson Coin Show, where you'll see rare coins, currency, jewelry and antiques both on display and for purchase.
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Casino del Sol, 5655 W. Valencia Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Cat events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe! This weekend's events include trivia and bingo.
When: 7-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19 for trivia; 6-7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21 for bingo.
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $15 for trivia, adults only. $14 for bingo, reservations required.
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
At this event, you'll get to enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire, all while watching a magical theatrical performance.
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Jan. 19-20
Where: Dante's Fire, 2526 E. Grant Road
Cost: $49 without dinner, $79 with dinner
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Zoom Zoom at Children's Museum Tucson
Children's Museum Tucson's transportation-themed event is back!
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20. The museum itself will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with pay-what-you-wish admission.
Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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The Tanque Verde Market was started by Michelle Bullock, who hopes to create community on Tucson’s east side.
Tanque Verde Market
This market brings local creatives to the east side! Find more than 30 vendors offering pottery, home decor, skin-care products, plants, clothing and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Forty Niner Country Club, 12000 E. Tanque Verde Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Dirty T Market
Debuting this weekend, local spicy candy shop Dirty T Tamarindo will be hosting a monthly market featuring vendors, low riders, food trucks and games.
When: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Dirty T Tamarindo, 1211 W. St Marys Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
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Family Saturdays with Watershed Management Group
Head to Watershed Management Group for Family Saturdays where you'll learn about bugs, birds and bats in the Sonoran Desert.
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Watershed Management Group, 1137 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend
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Potted stained glass made by Alex Berger, aka The Glass Desert, displayed at #ThisIsTucson’s artisan market on Feb. 18, 2023.
Beginner Stained Glass Class
Local artist The Glass Desert is teaching an entry level workshop where attendees will design and create a suncatcher using 5-7 pieces of glass. You'll learn about safety precautions, stained glass tools and more.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: TBA upon purchasing
Cost: $125. This workshop is for adults only. Wear closed-toe shoes!
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Make N Take at Pima Air and Space
Kids ages 6 and up will receive a quick-build model aircraft kit that they'll be able to put together, all while learning about the aircraft itself. Kids will also get to visit the aircraft they're set to build.
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Pima Air and Space Museum's administrative building north of the parking lot, 6000 E. Valencia Road
Cost: $20 per child. An adult is required to be present with the child during class. Admission to the museum is not included and admission is not needed to participate in the class.
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Mission Garden is located at the base of “A” Mountain, at 946 W. Mission Lane.
Traditional O'odham Agriculture at Mission Garden
Attend this event to learn about Tohono O'odham agricultural practices, including demonstrations and talks about traditional crops like corn, beans and squash.
When: 8-10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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Puppy yoga with Barefoot Studio
Take this yoga class surrounded by puppies! Proceeds go to Pathways for Paws.
When: 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Barefoot Studio, 7053 N. Oracle Road
Cost: $20. This event is for ages 13 and up.
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'80s Dance Party at Surly Wench
Surly Wench Pub is hosting an '80s-themed dance party. Wear your best '80s attire!
When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: $5. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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A Saguaro cactus in the vineyard at Old Pueblo Cellars, 10088 N. St. Patrick Road.
Wine and Craft Show
Stroll through Old Pueblo Cellars all while sipping on wine and shopping from local vendors.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Old Pueblo Cellars, 10088 N. Saint Patrick Road
Cost: Free to attend the market; wine tastings require reservations
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Flow for the Soul with Flam Chen
Flam Chen and In-Rave are hosting a flow night with DJs, vendors and flow art performances. Proceeds go to the All Souls Procession.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $10
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Silent Adventures
Silent disco meets flash mob with Silent Adventures! Put on your headphones and dance your way through downtown Tucson.
When: 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for kids
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Rose Care and Pruning Class
Harlow Gardens is hosting a demonstration and class about rose pruning and the basics of caring for roses.
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Harlow Gardens, 5620 E. Pima St.
Cost: Free to attend
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local makers from silversmiths to candle makers.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Where: St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. This weekend, take a tour of historic neighborhood Barrio Viejo or learn about the mansions of Main Avenue.
When: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 for Barrio Viejo; 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 20 for mansions.
Where: El Tiradito Wishing Shrine, 418 S. Main St., for the Barrio Viejo tour. Café a la C’art, 150 N. Main Ave., for the mansions tour.
Cost: $30. Pre-registration is required.
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Cumbia Social Dance Night
Put on your dancing shoes for a night of music and mingling! Enjoy a cumbia class followed by social dancing.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Tucson Creative Dance Center, 3131 N. Cherry Ave.
Cost: $15
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Cars and Candy
Local candy shop Candy World is hosting a car show. All models are welcome, though it's first come, first served.
When: 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20
Where: Candy World, 9136 E. Valencia Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Charles Mackley, played by Hotshot Performer Bobby Stevens, left, gets kicked in the stomach by an officer during a reenactment of the Dillenger Gangs capture in Tucson's Annual Dillenger Days at Hotel Congress in Tucson, Ariz. on Jan. 16th, 2022.
Dillinger Days
A fire that broke out at Hotel Congress in 1934 led to the capture of the infamous Dillinger gang. Each year, the hotel puts on Dillinger Days with reenactments of the capture, vintage cars and live music.
When: 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 21. There will also be a Dillinger Speakeasy at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20.
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: Dillinger Days are free to attend; the speakeasy is $19.06.
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Fruit Cocktail Lounge
Head downtown for an LGBTQ+ cocktail party and social at The Century Room at Hotel Congress! Enjoy cocktails, small plates and entertainment.
When: 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21
Where: The Century Room, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $10. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Silent Reading Party
The Pima County Library is sponsoring a series of silent reading parties. "Sometimes you want to read a book, but you just don’t want to read it at home, or maybe you don’t know what book to read next. Join our silent book group as we all just sit and read in a comfy place." During the last 30 minutes of the event, attendees can share what they're reading.
When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21
Where: The Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend
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First Avenue Flea
There's a new antique market in town — and it's indoors!
When: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. every third Sunday of the month.
Where: 3239 N. First Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Minor Mutiny Mural Unveiling
Tucson's Museum of Contemporary Art is home to Minor Mutiny, a leadership program for teens. The group painted a mural at the Tucson Jewish Museum and Holocaust Center and will unveil it on Jan. 21.
When: 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21
Where: Tucson Jewish Museum and Holocaust Center, 564 S. Stone Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Tucson Bridal Expo
The Tucson Bridal Expo, hosted by our sister site the Arizona Daily Star, is back for another year. Chat with more than 80 wedding vendors, see a furniture showcase and watch three fashion shows.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, registration required
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Desert Voices upcoming concert
Desert Voices, an LGBTQ+ chorus, is hosting two evenings of open house rehearsals.
When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 21-28
Where: Rincon Congregational Church, 122 N. Craycroft Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with this class at Udall Park!
When: 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21
Where: 4300 N. Silverbell Road
Cost: $25
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