Cryfest Emo Night is a locally-run emo and indie music dance party, mini market and art show. Events are held every couple of months with unique themes like "Emo Prom," "Emo Night Underwear Party" and even an "Addams Family" theme.
Andrew and Veronica Sorensen design cat-themed stickers inspired by pop culture — think Harry Potter, Barbie and your favorite horror movie. A percentage of the profits at Stickies for Kitties is donated to a Tucson cat sanctuary.
Cyn McManus of Lilith + Daughters hosts quarterly artisan markets at The Tuxon, featuring creatives you may have never seen at a market before.
WomanKraft is a Tucson nonprofit dedicating to empowering local women (and other underrepresented groups) through art. Their art and education center on South Stone Avenue is home to art studios, workshops, a gallery and even an all-natural beauty salon. They're celebrating 50 years this year. Read moreThis Tucson organization is celebrating 50 years of women in the arts 🎨
A historic home at 220 N. Meyer Ave. is now home of a small hotel and art gallery. The hotel hopes to be a creative outlet for artists. Read moreThis historic Tucson home is now a tiny hotel and art gallery 🏠
At 1 month old, Reid Park Zoo's elephant calf is energetic, playing with sister Nandi and exploring her habitat. Read moreTucson's playful baby elephant is officially 1 month old — and you can help name her
A list of local indoor and outdoor pet-friendly places to take your dog in Tucson, Arizona. The list includes parks, hiking trails, restaurants, bars and activities that your furry friend can tag along to. Read moreA giant list of dog-friendly places and things to do in Tucson 🐶
Our 2024 Summer Camp Guide is live, featuring over 100 camps with more being added every day. Read moreA big ol' guide to summer camps in Tucson ☀️
From soap to jewelry, purchasing items from one of these local makers also helps give back to community organizations. Read more8 local artists and makers who give back to the community
The Cushing Street Skate Park project has gained traction once again. Construction on the city's first shaded skate park, located below the I-10 overpass along Cushing Street, is said to start in September. Read moreTucson's first shaded skate park is coming soon just west of downtown 🛹
The Tucson Audubon Society's new Habitat on Wheels trailer gives away free native plants to local communities impacted by urban heat. The program hopes to make native plants and habitat-building resources more accessible for Tucsonans. Read moreThis new native plant 'food truck' aims to make plants more accessible to Tucsonans 🌱
Local artist Stephanie Daniels of Brushes & Boots leads near-monthly art hikes in the Tucson area. Explore the desert while stopping to create a piece of art. Read moreThis local painter leads art hikes through Tucson's beloved trails 🎨✍️
Catch University of Arizona student Avery Gay on Monday's episode of "So You Think You Can Dance" on Fox. Read moreWatch this UA student dance her way through 'So You Think You Can Dance'
Reid Park Zoo's baby elephant is now one week old and has hit all her milestones so far. The calf expands the elephant herd to five, including two sisters and an allomother. Read moreIt's a girl! Here's what life has been like for Reid Park Zoo's week-old baby elephant
Local clothing resale shop Buffalo Exchange is celebrating its 50th anniversary this month with a pop-up event on March 16-17. The shop was founded in Tucson in 1974 and has since grown to over 40 stores in 15 states. Read moreTucson's resale shop Buffalo Exchange is celebrating 50 years of sustainable style
Everything you need to know about this year's spring wildflower season in Tucson and Southern Arizona including what kind of wildflowers you'll see, where to find them and the threat of stinknet. Read moreWildflower Watch 2024: What flowers you'll see and where to find them 🌼
Tucson's Cord Jefferson won an Oscar Sunday for best adapted screenplay for writing "American Fiction." It was his first film and his first time directing. Read moreTucson-born Cord Jefferson wins an Oscar for 'American Fiction'
Reid Park Zoo welcomed its third elephant calf since 2014. The baby and mom Semba are both doing well. Read moreA baby elephant was just born at Reid Park Zoo 🐘💕
The Tucson Museum of Art turns 100 on March 20. In honor of their centennial, the museum and historic block is celebrating with a gala and new exhibition this month, followed by a block party later in the year. Read moreTucson Museum of Art turns 100: celebrating a century of art, history and community
A City of Tucson Housing and Community Development program provides free showers for the local unsheltered community with its new mobile shower trailer. The trailer travels to numerous locations across the city and offers 15-minute warm showers, fresh undergarments and other resources for the unsheltered community. Read moreThis new City of Tucson program offers free showers for the community's unsheltered 🚿
#ThisIsTucson's second-ever artisan market took place on Saturday, Feb. 24 complete with more than 100 local makers, food trucks and a donation drive for Youth On Their Own. Read moreWe hosted an artisan market last weekend. Here's a photographic recap ❤️
Local nonprofit Southern Arizona Teen Aviation teaches students how to build airplanes with its free program. The program helps build teens' confidence in using tools and following directions and safety procedures, along with finding a passion for aviation. Read moreThis Tucson nonprofit helps teens soar with its plane-building program ✈️
This Is Tucson is hosting its second annual artisan market on Saturday, Feb. 24 in downtown Tucson. Find 100 local makers, a book hunt, an art-making station and food trucks! Read moreWe're hosting an artisan market with 100 local makers, a book hunt and MORE 👀
Tucson is home to several mystical shops that sell crystals, smudge sticks, herbs and more, alongside workshops and events like tarot readings and limpias. Read moreCrystals, intention candles and tarot readings: 12 metaphysical shops in Tucson
Hundreds of movies have been filmed in Tucson, Arizona throughout the years. The many films have starred actors such as Patrick Dempsey, Gene Wilder, Kevin Costner, Whoopi Goldberg and Drew Barrymore. Read moreA giant list of movies filmed in Tucson
A new exhibit showcasing 45 pencil micro-sculptures is now open at The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures in Tucson. The pieces were created by international micro-sculptor Salavat Fidai. Read moreThis new mini pencil art exhibit is NOW OPEN ✏️
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