Tucked behind El Minuto Café in Tucson’s Barrio Viejo sits El Tiradito, a wishing shrine tied to the folktale of 18-year-old Juan Oliveras. Read moreStrolls and Stories Tours liven up Tucson history

Our first casino within city limits, a midtown Trader Joe's, our first Bass Pro Shops, new restaurants, luxury apartments — they're all on tap for 2026. Read moreLooking ahead to Tucson's new and cool for '26

For most of her childhood, Ayzia Logan cataloged her life with glued-down scraps. Read more‘Less screen time, more hobbies:’ Tucson journaling group helps young adults connect

Cafe Maggie on North Fourth Avenue suddenly closed its doors over the weekend, with its owner telling the Arizona Daily Star he lost about $250,000 over its four years in business.  Read moreCafe Maggie suddenly closes doors on Tucson's North Fourth Avenue

Let’s be honest, money is tight this year, and the added expenses for holiday shopping can leave you feeling like you’re watching money fly out of your bank account.  Read more20 gifts under $20 from Tucson shops! 🎄🎁

We love the holidays almost as much as we love Tucson's makers. Gift something local this season! Read moreA giant guide to gifts made by Tucson makers and small businesses

When cousins Karen Velasco and Paola Bustamante reconnected after years apart, they didn’t expect their reunion to spark a growing community of young Latinas in Tucson. Read moreTucson Primas builds community for young Latinas

A list of places in Tucson, Arizona to donate fresh and non-perishable food items this holiday season and year-round.  Read more14 places to donate food in Tucson this holiday season and beyond 🥫

The days are getting shorter, and it’s finally time to break out the warm winter sweaters. With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to get into the spirit of the season, and what be… Read more17 festive holiday markets that support Tucson artisans

When barber Daniel Valenzuela opened Jireh Collective in downtown Tucson four months ago, he saw the space as an experiment. Read moreCombo barbershop/gallery provides space to Tucson artists

Tucson is beginning to feel the impacts of the flight reductions imposed at 40 major airports by the Federal Aviation Administration Friday. Read moreHelpful travel resources for Tucsonans amid national flight reductions

The Loft Cinema’s annual film fest is back, bigger than ever, and features the debut of its new outdoor screen. Read moreCinema under the stars and a big film fest at The Loft

It's a special time of year in Tucson to honor deceased loved ones. Here's a list of the many events of Día de los Muertos and the All Souls Procession you can take part in.  Read more'You can feel the love and celebration' at Tucson's All Souls, Día de los Muertos events

"Cabali and the Tiki Mug Obsession" documents Doug "Fini" Finical's three-plus-year, $500,000 journey to create a tiki bar in Tucson for his tiki mug collection.  Read moreA bar, a guy and a tiki obsession earn Tucson filmmaker spot in prestigious festival

Borderlands Theater is making its return to the stage after eight years with a moving family drama that explores love, identity and the unspoken costs of war. Read moreTucson's Borderlands Theater returns to stage with local playwright's work

The jukebox musical asks: "What if Juliet hadn't ended it all over Romeo's death — and decided to move on and find herself, find autonomy over her own destiny?" Read moreBuzzy Broadway show '& Juliet' heads to Tucson

Tucson Meet Yourself is back for another year of traditional arts and performances celebrating the many vibrant cultures and communities of Tucson. Read moreTucson Meet Yourself events highlight 'the ways we come together'

Must be the season of the witch! For those interested in the spiritual, the curious or the mystical, we’ve gathered a list of some of the witchy events and markets happening this month. Read moreGirls night out with the coven? 13 witchy events and markets in Tucson 🔮✨😉

The little-known sport padel that is the talk of Florida, Mexico and parts of California is growing in popularity in Tucson with three padel venues offering nearly two dozen courts. Read moreTucson joins the padel craze with new indoor facilities

Tucson artist Serena Rios McRae, known locally as Cactus Clouds Art, found internet fame in 2022 after posting her pink eraser art projects online, and inspiring her audience to use unconventi… Read moreLearn how to do eraser art from a Tucson TikTok artist's new guidebook

Punit Dhesi believes a simple haircut can be a powerful act of service.  Read moreServe Society, 'creating a dignifying experience' for Tucsonans in need

Tucson Swifties, it’s time to grab your cardigans, your orange glitter, and your friendship bracelets, to celebrate the release of Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Life of a Showgirl!” Read more6 Tucson events celebrating Taylor Swift's 'Life of A Showgirl' release

September means Oktoberfest! Yes, that’s right, the popular Bavarian festival is traditionally celebrated in September — not October —and originally commemorated the royal wedding of Bavarian … Read moreCheers! Prost! 7 ways to celebrate Oktoberfest 2025