Loft Film Fest
Loft Film Fest is back for its 14th year. The event screens independent, foreign and classic films while "celebrating the work of established and emerging directors, writers, producers and actors."
When: Now through Oct. 24
Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway
Cost: General admission to individual movies is $12
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Live-to-Film Concert
Courtesy Arizona Arts Live, watch "Coco" while the score is performed live.
When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24
Where: Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $35 and up
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All Souls Memorial Lantern Workshop
Taiko group Odaiko Sonora will be at MotoSonora this Thursday to help visitors create memorial lanterns that can be carried during November's All Souls Procession. While materials will be provided, you can bring images, quotes and other items to decorate your lantern. No plastics!
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24
Where: MotoSonora Brewing, 1015 S. Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, donations welcome
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Alebrije Painting Workshop
Head to Yōlia Botánica to paint hand-carved alebrije figurines made by Oaxacan artisans. While you're painting, you'll learn about the history behind the mythical creatures and their connections to Mexican folklore.
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24
Where: Yōlia Botánica, 1307 W. St Marys Road
Cost: $55
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Events at Whiskey Del Bac
Whiskey Del Bac is organizing two presentations this week. During the first, you'll have the chance to sip on a chocolate-inspired cocktail while listening to a talk about chocolate-drinking traditions in the Southwest. A couple days later, a local wine expert will discuss the production of Pinot Noir, followed by a short chat from Whiskey Del Bac's head distiller. You'll get to try Whiskey Del Bac's release of their fall distiller's cut all while listening to live music and enjoying small bites.
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 for chocolate; 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 for distiller's cut
Where: Whiskey Del Bac, 2106 N. Forbes Blvd.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and food
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Craft Night with The Stitching Hour
Bring a craft to work on and mingle with other makers during this casual art night at Celestia Collective.
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24
Where: Celestia Collective, 657 W. St Marys Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring a craft to work on
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Fall Happy Hour with The Moonstone
Over the summer, we curated a happy hour menu at The Moonstone, Tucson's highest rooftop bar. Now we're doing it again for fall, this time with new specials on food and cocktails. Darby Hunter Art and SoGayCrochet will be selling stickers and plushies at the next happy hour!
When: 5-7 p.m. Oct. 24; also Nov. 8 and Nov. 22
Where: The Moonstone inside Graduate Tucson, 930 E. Second St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food, drinks and shopping
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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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Queer Clothing Exchange
Take home a new-to-you item during this queer clothing exchange. Clothes, shoes and accessories are welcome!
When: 2-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend
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The Taylor Party: The TS Dance Party
This one's for you, Swifties. Dance the night away to all your favorite hits by Taylor Swift.
When: 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St.
Cost: $15 and up. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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Emo Nite at Club Congress
Enjoy the emo dance party of your dreams at Club Congress. One dollar from every ticket sold will go toward organizations that focus on missions like mental health, poverty and terminal illness.
When: 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $21 in advance, $24 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Vintage Pop-up
Six vendors will set up shop at Screwbean Brewing for a vintage-themed pop-up this Friday.
When: Noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Screwbean Brewing, 103 N. Park Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Ride with FUGA
Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, which advocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for Tucson's south-side and west-side communities.
When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: El Pueblo Center, 101 W. Irvington Road
Cost: Free to attend
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where: Dante's Fire, 2526 E. Grant Road
Cost: $49 without dinner, $89 with dinner
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Pop Nights
DJ Bex is spinning all the pop hits of your dreams, from Britney Spears and Madonna to Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish.
When: Midnight to 2 a.m. Fridays
Where: Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: Free to attend, this event is for ages 21 and up
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Chinese Chorizo Festival
This month-long fest celebrates the lost historic food symbol of Chinese chorizo. Activities include talks, a cocktail competition and food vendors serving dishes made with Chinese chorizo.
When: Select dates through early November
Where: Various locations across Tucson
Cost: Varies based on event and menu item
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Southern AZ Home Show
The biannual Southern AZ Home Show is back at the Tucson Convention Center where you can meet with hundreds of experts and vendors specializing in home improvement, interior design, outdoor living and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave.
Cost: $8 for adults, free for kids ages 12 and under
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Laser Shows at Flandrau
Flandrau is hosting three music-themed laser shows this Friday, including shows paired with the tunes of Nine Inch Nails, Metallica and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
When: Friday, Oct. 25; 6:30 p.m. for Nine Inch Nails, 8 p.m. for Metallica, 9:30 p.m. for Red Hot Chili Peppers
Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, 1601 E. University Blvd.
Cost: $20.95, admission to science exhibits is included
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Events with Libra & Thorn
Metaphysical art shop Libra & Thorn is hosting three events this weekend: two sound bath ceremonies and a cards and crafting social.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 for sound bath; 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 for cards and crafting
Where: Libra & Thorn, 101 S. Pantano Road
Cost: $10-$25
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. The list of tours on the calendar for this weekend includes Santa Cruz River History, The History of Congress Street, Death After Dark and Public Art and Murals.
When: Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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The Witching Hour with Valley of the Moon
It's time for Valley of the Moon's fall show! Watch the mystical performance that includes a wizard, warlock, demonic companion and a demon hunter.
When: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27; performances start at 6 p.m. and run every 20 minutes through 8 p.m.
Where: Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for youth, free for kids ages 7 and under
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October Wine and Craft Fair
Old Pueblo Cellars is hosting a craft fair featuring local artists, music, wine tastings and charcuterie boards.
When: Noon to 5:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27
Where: Old Pueblo Cellars, 10088 N. Saint Patrick Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping, food and drinks. Reservations are required for wine tastings.
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Friday Night Concert at Steam Pump Ranch
Oro Valley Parks and Recreation is hosting a free concert this Friday, featuring Good Trouble.
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food. Bring your own chair or blanket!
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Guitars Under the Stars at Tohono Chul
Every Friday and Saturday through November, Tohono Chul will be staying open late with live music, drinks and bites from the Garden Bistro.
When: 5-8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through Nov. 30
Where: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Fire Show at Sky Bar
Cirque Collective Fire Troupe puts on a 20-minute fire show every fourth Friday, right outside of Sky Bar.
When: 8:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where: Sky Bar, 536 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
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Oro Valley Fall Foodie & Art Festival
This two-day market in Oro Valley, hosted by SAACA, features more than 100 artisans in addition to music, food vendors, a beer garden, crafts for kids and costume contests.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where: Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Cultura X Chicano Festival
With a goal of bringing the community together to celebrate culture and creativity, this festival will feature hip-hop performances and a break dance competition along with food trucks, vendors, a car show and a fashion show.
When: 2-9 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where: MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Cost: $5 presale, $10 at the door on Saturday; Sunday is free to attend
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Native Seeds/SEARCH Plant Sale
Find wildflowers and landscape plants grown by Nighthawk Natives Nursery, in addition to herb and veggie starts grown by Native Seeds/SEARCH. This plant sale will also feature a pop-up shop with pantry items and other merchandise.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Native Seeds/SEARCH Conservation Center, 3584 E. River Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Etcetera Vintage Market
Shop from local vintage vendors and fashion curators at Saturday's market, also featuring music and food.
When: 4-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Coalition Space, 311 E. Seventh St.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Haunted Anime Festival
Kira Kira Collectibles is organizing this anime festival with vendors, cosplay, raffles and more activities.
When: 2-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: The Korean Rose, 6118 E. Speedway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for vendors and drinks
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Tucson Record Show
For 19 years, Cassidy Collectibles has been hosting the Tucson Record Show featuring vendors selling records, CDs and music memorabilia of all genres.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Fraternal Order of Police Hall, 3445 N. Dodge Blvd.
Cost: $4 admission or $8 to enter an hour early. Bring money for shopping!
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Cones For Bones Grand Re-opening
Tucson's ice cream shop for dogs is under new ownership! Cones For Bones' grand re-opening celebration will feature vendors, food trucks and pet costume contests.
When: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Cones For Bones, 6121 E. Broadway
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Desert Artisans Market
Shop from 30 makers during this market along with facing painting, photo opportunities and candy for kids.
When: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: CATALYST in Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Stargazing with Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association
Join Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association for an evening of stargazing.
When: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Catalina State Park, 11570 N. Oracle Road
Cost: Free to attend; park entrance fees may apply
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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 to the sound of Disney hits.
When: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Downtown Tucson
Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for kids
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A Night for the Living 2024
Coyote TaskForce, the nonprofit behind Cafe 54, is hosting a fundraiser party with dinner, drinks, music and games.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Cafe 54, 54 E. Pennington St.
Cost: $50
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Tohono O’odham Utilitarian Vessel Pottery Workshop
Tohono O'odham potter Kathleen Vance will teach attendees how to make small clay vessels.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Presidio Museum, 196 N. Court Ave.
Cost: $65
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Archaeology Day at Mission Garden
Kids can learn hands-on archaeology skills at Mission Garden's monthly Archaeology Day.
When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Cost: Free to attend, donations accepted
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Chocolate Factory Tour
If you love "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," this might be your dream come true. Though not as extravagant as Willy Wonka's facility, take a tour of Monsoon Chocolate's factory to learn how the chocolate is made.
When: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Monsoon Chocolate, 234 E. 22nd St.
Cost: $20
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Dog Adoptions at La Encantada
This event will host rescue dogs ready for adoption, in addition to a photo booth, raffle prizes and free treats for your four-legged friends.
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: La Encantada, 2905 E. Skyline Dr.
Cost: Free to attend
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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
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Music on the Mountain
For years, Mount Lemmon was home to a weekly concert series. The series went on hiatus in 2013, but made its highly anticipated comeback over the summer.
When: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where: Mount Lemmon Lodge, 12833 N. Sabino Canyon Park
Cost: Free to attend
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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
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!
When: 9-10 a.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where: Udall Park, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Road, on Oct. 26; and Silverbell Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road, on Oct. 27
Cost: $25
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Cyclovia
Enjoy a day of car-free streets, where you can walk, bike or skate your way through Tucson neighborhoods. It's essentially a big block party where you'll find activity hubs and food vendors along the route.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Armory Park to 37th Street and Eighth Avenue. See the route here.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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Garden District Porch Fest
Head to the family-friendly Garden District Porch Fest for an afternoon of live music performed on eight porches of the midtown Garden District neighborhood.
When: 2:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Garden District in midtown
Cost: Free to attend, bring money to tip musicians and buy food
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Dive Bar Art Market
Mr. Head's is hosting an art market featuring local vendors with plushies, apparel, jewelry, stickers and more.
When: 1-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where: Mr. Head's, 513 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks and shopping
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Cat Events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe, all while playing bingo or enjoying a yoga session.
When: Sunday, Oct. 27; 10-11 a.m. for yoga; 6-7 p.m. for bingo
Where: El Jefe Cat Cafe, 3025 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $18 for yoga; $14 for bingo, reservations required
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