January in 大象APPmeans the circus is in town.听
You can also catch the last weekend of the light show at the 大象APPBotanical Gardens and a dog-friendly festival in Armory Park. The 大象APPFringe Festival and the 大象APPDesert Song Festival also make their return this weekend.听
Of course, things can change quickly these days. Check for the latest info before heading out!聽
A couple takes a stroll among more than 3,000 luminarias in Wanderland at the 大象APPBotanical Gardens on Dec. 5, 2021.
LightsUp! A Festival of Illumination
Stroll through the 大象APPBotanical Gardens where there are luminaria displays and 1 million twinkling lights.
When:聽6-9:30 p.m. through Sunday, Jan. 12
Where:聽大象APPBotanical Gardens,聽
Cost:聽$23 and up, depending on the day
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大象APPJ International Film Festival
From Jan. 8-19, dozens of films will be screened at locations in 大象APPas part of the 大象APPJewish Community Center's film fest. Most films will also be available to screen virtually.
When:聽Now through Jan. 19
Where:聽Several locations聽
Cost:聽$60 for six films, $120 for all films
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Odyssey Live Storytelling
Attend this live storytelling event to hear stories surrounding the theme of "safe space."聽
When:聽7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9
Where:聽The Screening Room,聽
Cost:听$12
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大象APPFringe Festival
This 13th annual performing arts festival is back for another year, featuring more than two dozen shows of various art types. The festival is said to be unjuried and uncensored to ensure inclusivity.听
When:聽Jan. 9-12
Where:聽In person at two venues (on the University of Arizona campus) and offered virtually
Cost:听$25 for two shows, $55 for five shows
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Gather A Vintage Market
Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this market.
When:聽10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 9-11; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12
Where:聽Gather A Vintage Market,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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We're hosting our third annual market featuring 100+ local vendors 馃帀
聽is putting together an outdoor artisan market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 along Fifth Avenue near Congress Street. You'll find handmade and curated items including earrings, baked goods, soaps, stickers, macrame, photography and more. Save the date! More details TBA soon! :)
Discovery Nights at Children's Museum Tucson
Visit Children's Museum 大象APPfor a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.听
When:聽5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where:聽Children's Museum Tucson,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend
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Art Cart with Caroline Martin
Head to local art educator Caroline Martin's art cart, where she brings craft supplies to different locations around Tucson. Choose from three self-guided crafts to complete at each spot!
When:聽6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9 at Korean Rose; noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12 at Chela's
Where:聽Korean Rose, ; Chela's,
Cost:聽Crafts at the art cart range from $5-$15
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Zopp茅 Family Circus
Zopp茅 Family Circus, featuring Nino the Clown and a cast of seven generations of聽Zopp茅s, is back in 大象APPthis winter. Expect acrobatic acts, a trapeze artist and more. The circus has been a January tradition in 大象APPsince 2011.
When:聽Jan. 10-26
Where:聽Mercado District,聽
Cost:听$25 for general admission, $40 for ringside
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大象APPDesert Song Festival commissioned a work from composing great John Corigliano for violin great Joshua Bell and his wife, lyric soprano Larisa Martinez.
大象APPDesert Song Festival
大象APPDesert Song Festival returns with big names in the operatic and art song world. The festival has two parts, one that runs through the end of February and the second that picks up in April.
When:聽Jan. 10-Feb. 28; April 1-19
Where:聽Several locations
Cost:听痴补谤颈别蝉
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Paint your Pet
Dog ice cream shop Cones For Bones is collaborating with Tipsy Picassos for a workshop where you'll have the chance to paint a watercolor portrait of your pet.听
When:聽6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10
Where:聽The Eddy Hotel,
Cost:听$50
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Broadway Rave
This traveling rave is basically a big musical theater dance party "celebrating the best of Broadway."聽
When:聽9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10
Where:聽The Rock,聽
Cost:听$20
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Tasting History: Olives
Learn about the origins behind olives and how they became part of Tucson's agricultural and culinary traditions. Tastings are part of the fun.
When:聽9-11 a.m. Friday-Saturday, Jan. 10-11
奥丑别谤别:听Mission Garden,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend, donations accepted
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Weekend Events at Yume聽
Yume Japanese Gardens of 大象APPhas two events on the calendar this week. Come Friday, learn the art of doll-making with a lecture and demonstration. On Saturday, attend a bento-making workshop.
When:聽1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10 for doll-making; noon to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11 for bento-making聽
Where: Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson,
Cost:听$20 for adults, $5 for kids ages 3-15 for doll-making; $30 for bento-making. Advance ticket registration is required for both.
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Carnitas Los Reyes' Anniversary Party
Food truck Carnitas Los Reyes is hosting its third anniversary with discounts and live music.听
When:聽9 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10
Where: Carnitas Los Reyes,
Cost:聽Free to attend, bring money for food
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Trivia at the Short Rest Tavern
Fridays are for trivia at the Short Rest Tavern, a hidden bar tucked inside 大象APPMall's 大象APPGames and Gadgets. This Friday, test your knowledge in all things "Blade Runner."聽
When:聽7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10
Where:聽Short Rest Tavern in 大象APPMall,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend, bring money for drinks. Tables are first come, first served. Park between Dillard's and Sears.
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.听
When:聽6:30 p.m. most Fridays and all Saturdays in January
Where:聽Dante's Fire,聽
Cost:聽$49 without dinner, $89 with dinner
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Bark in the Barrio
Pima Animal Care Center is hosting its third annual Bark in the Barrio featuring adoptable dogs from several organizations and rescues. You'll also find pet vendors, food trucks and games.
When:聽11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Armory Park,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend
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Sahuarita Art on the Lake Festival
Experience art in Sahuarita! You'll have the chance to shop local artwork and enjoy interactive art activities, such as a community chalk mural competition. There will also be live music, an art installation on the lake, a Chinese lion dance and food trucks.
When:聽10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Sahuarita Lake Park,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Remembering Thomas "Tiger" Ziegler聽
For 60 years, Tom "Tiger" Ziegler was the crier, laugher and counselor at Tucson's Hotel Congress. The iconic Tap Room bartender died Dec. 21 at age 91. Hotel Congress is hosting a celebration of life this Saturday. Bring a story or picture to share of Tiger!
When:聽2-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Hotel Congress,
Cost:聽Free to attend
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Urgent Care Art: Still OK
Urgent Care Art is hosting its first of three art shows on Jan. 11, an initiative to bring work by underrepresented artists to unconventional spaces. You'll see paintings projected through small drill holes in a door, in addition to ethereal pi帽atas outside the century-old OK Market building.
When:聽5-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽OK Market,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend
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Parents watch their children ride in the wagon-themed Ferris wheel at Trail Dust Town on Dec. 29, 2023.
Second Saturdays Family Fest
The Play District is hosting a free family-friendly event at Trail Dust Town, slated to feature music from Mr. Nature, bilingual story time and more.
When:聽10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Trail Dust Town,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend
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Art After Dark at Children's Museum Tucson
Each month, Children's Museum 大象APPhosts Art After Dark with local arts groups and free admission!聽
When:聽5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Children's Museum Tucson,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend
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Country Fest聽
191 Toole is hosting Country Fest as part of its Local Love Presents series. The concert features a local lineup of musicians.
When:聽7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽191 Toole,聽
Cost:聽$5-$8, this event is for ages 21 and up
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大象APPRoyal Princess Ball
Kids can attend this royal ball to meet with princesses, enjoy performances, stories and games, and learn some ballroom dance moves. The event is geared toward kids ages 3-7.
When:聽Noon to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Four Points by Sheraton Hotel,聽
Cost:听$20-$30
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Meet the Artists
Warm Shape is gathering together all of the shop's artists for a meet-and-greet! Chat with all the makers who make Warm Shape possible.听
When:聽6-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Warm Shape in the MSA Annex,
Cost:聽Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Weekend Workshops at Colliope Co
Local shop and art space Colliope Co has two workshops coming up this weekend. The first, on Saturday, is with Monsoon Mystics where you'll create an intentional potpourri simmer pot. On Sunday, you'll have the chance to create a 2025 vision board.听
When:聽3:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11 for simmer pot; 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 12 for vision board聽
Where:聽Colliope Co,聽
Cost:听$25 for simmer pot; $35 for vision board
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Fourth Avenue Clean-up
The Historic Fourth Avenue Coalition is putting together a community clean-up to help spruce up Fourth Avenue.听
When:聽10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Coalition Space,
Cost:聽Free to attend, supplies will be provided
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Living History Day
Get a look inside the jobs people had in the 18th and 19th centuries. While you're there, expect traditional Spanish music, blacksmiths, musket drills and displays.
When:聽10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Presidio Museum,
Cost:聽Included with admission, which is $9 for adults, $6 for kids ages 6-13
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Creative Cafecito
Amiga Print.co, Chappopin Cafe and Comida del Barrio are collaborating for this custom cup workshop. You'll get to design your own cup all while munching on burritos and sipping coffee.
When:聽11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Comida del Barrio,聽
Cost:听$35
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!
When:聽10 a.m. Saturdays, Jan. 11 and Jan. 25; 10 a.m. Sundays, Jan. 12 and Jan. 26
Where:聽Udall Park,聽, on Saturday dates; and Silverbell Park,聽, on Sunday dates
Cost:听$25
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Kitty Yoga聽
Tucson's newest cat lounge is hosting yoga with cats!
When:聽10-11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽Hunter's Kitten Lounge,聽
Cost:听$20, this event is for ages 10 and up
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Bachata Social Dance Night
Put on your dancing shoes for a night of music and mingling! Enjoy a bachata class followed by social dancing.听
When:聽8-11 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11
Where:聽大象APPCreative Dance Center,聽
Cost:聽$15, cash or Venmo
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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:聽1-4 p.m. Saturdays聽
Where:听叠滨颁础厂,听
Cost:聽Free to attend, donation suggested聽
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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:聽10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays
Where:聽Foothills Mall,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Book Swap
The Fourth Avenue Coalition is partnering with the Pima County Library for a book swap. You don't have to bring anything to take home a book!
When:聽10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12
Where:聽Coalition Space,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend, bring books to swap
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Mercado Flea
Check out more than 50 vendors selling antique and vintage items at the Mercado Flea.听
When:聽8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month through May
Where:聽Mercado District,聽
Cost:聽Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Auguste Rodin鈥檚 Adam stands on the lowest level of the 大象APPMuseum of Art, in one of several galleries utilizing underground space in 2021.
Second SundAZe at TMA聽
Visit the 大象APPMuseum of Art every second Sunday for pay-what-you-wish admission. Activities include art-making, a self-help zine workshop and a performance from School of Rock Tucson.
When:聽10 a.m. to 5 p.m.听Sunday, Jan. 12
Where:聽大象APPMuseum of Art,聽
Cost:聽Pay what you wish
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Nogales Taco Tour
Borderlandia's upcoming tour will take you through Nogales, Mexico to try tacos from 3-4 spots along a two-mile walking route.听
When:聽10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12
Where:聽Nogales, Mexico
Cost:听$100
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. There are three tours on the calendar for Sunday: Armory Park, Barrio Viejo and Death After Dark.
When:聽Sunday, Jan. 12
Where:聽Locations vary based on tour.
Cost:聽$30. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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Cat Bingo at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe, all while playing bingo.
When:聽6-7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12
Where:聽El Jefe Cat Cafe,聽
Cost:聽$14, reservations required
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