This weekend, the community came out in full force.
It was 100 degrees outside, but we patiently waited in line for lumpia and sat under tents watching flamenco dancers. kicked off Tucson's busy festival season and there's only more to come.
Fall and winter mark the return of beloved events 鈥 Cyclovia, the All Souls Procession, Made In 大象APPand the Downtown Parade of Lights, just to name a few.
We rounded up the big events and markets on the calendar for this fall and winter. Enjoy! 馃コ
LEFT: Levi Reis attempts to stack 鈥渁 pumpkin snow man鈥 while his son Gavin, 6, picks his own pumpkin at the Marana Pumpkin Patch.
Marana Pumpkin Patch & Farm Festival
Pick your perfect pumpkin, explore the corn maze and enjoy a number of kid-friendly activities such as carnival rides and a jumping pillow.
When:听Thursdays-Sundays through Oct. 27
Where:听Marana Pumpkin Patch,听
Cost:听$20 and up. It's recommended to buy tickets in advance.
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration at Apple Annie's
Take a road trip to Apple Annie's in Willcox for a hayride to the pumpkin patch. Walk through a sunflower field, make your way through the 12陆-acre corn maze and pick some veggies to take home.
When:听The corn maze is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. You can pick pumpkins 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily 鈥 but the hayrides to the patch are only open weekends.听
Where:听, Willcox
Cost:听Corn maze is $10 for ages 12 and up, $8 for ages 3-11. Hayrides are $5 for ages 3 and up. Pumpkins range in price.
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The Slaughterhouse听
Tucson's haunted house The Slaughterhouse is open for another year of scares with ghouls, butchers, chainsaws and clowns, also featuring a zombie shooting experience, mini escape rooms and axe throwing.听
When:听Thursdays-Sundays through Nov. 2
Where:听The Slaughterhouse,听
Cost:听$29 and up
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Nightfall
Nightfall at Old 大象APPis back for another year with 10 scare zones听鈥 one more than last year 鈥 and four haunt mazes. Stunt shows, magic shows and comedic dissections are also on the agenda.
When:听Thursdays-Sundays through Oct. 27
Where:听Old Tucson,听
Cost:听$29 and up
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RIGHT: Walkers brave the Krampus forest in the Shady Acres Asylum haunt at Terror In the Corn.
Terror in the Corn
This haunted attraction is making its return for spooky season. Among the scary activities, expect a corn maze, a zombie shootout, an escape room, a vampire magic show and a circus featuring "3D horrors, terrifying live actors, heart-stopping animatronics and blood-curdling effects."
When:听Select dates through Oct. 31
Where:听
Cost:听$30 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:听Select dates through early November
Where:听Various locations across Tucson听
Cost:听Varies based on event and menu item
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大象APPHumanities Festival
Hosted by the University of Arizona, the 15th annual Humanities Festival highlights the theme of "well-being" through four events including lectures and discussions with special guests like Dr. Andrew Weil.听
When:听Select dates through Oct. 29
Where:听Various locations on the University of Arizona campus
Cost:听Free to attend
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Film Fest Tucson
Film Fest Tucson, self-described as a destination film festival, focuses on short and feature-length narrative and documentary films.
When:听Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 10-12
Where:听Several locations including AC Hotel, Fox Theatre, Scottish Rite and Main Gate Square
Cost:听$12 per screening; $35 for a festival pass, which includes all screenings at AC Hotel and the Scottish Rite
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Gather A Vintage Market
Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this four-day market.
When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m.听Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 10-12; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13; dates for November and December TBA
Where:听Gather A Vintage Market,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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大象APPComedy Arts Festival
Enjoy 10 days of comedy with 大象APPImprov Movement's 大象APPComedy Arts Festival. Expect performances and workshops, including acts from allover Arizona, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City and Alaska.
When:听Oct. 10-19
Where:听大象APPImprov Movement,听
Cost:听$5-$9 per show or $40 for a festival pass. Workshops are $45.
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Bushido Studio and Sigfus Designs Backyard Bash
About a dozen vendors will be part of this backyard bash with their handcrafted jewelry, skin-care products, clothing and more. Live music, flash tattoos, face painting, games and crafts are part of the fun.
When:听5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11
Where:听Sigfus and Bushido Studio,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Marana Fall Festival
Celebrate fall in Marana! The annual festival is home to carnival rides, mutton busting, live music and performances, a beer garden and food trucks, artisan vendors, crafts, dog adoptions, a donation drive and a screening of 2023's "Haunted Mansion."听
When:听2-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12
Where:听Heritage River Park,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
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Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Plant Sale
The Desert Museum's upcoming plant sale will have around 300 types of plants. The museum will be highlighting five categories of plants听鈥 butterfly gardening, hummingbird gardening, tortoise forage, desert aromatics and heritage foods听鈥斕齮o help make your garden even more beautiful.听
When:听7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13. Member-only day is Oct. 12!
Where:听Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Plant and Play Family Day + Veggie Start Sale
大象APPVillage Farm is hosting this family-friendly educational gardening event featuring interactive activities and live food demonstrations. Attendees will learn about soil health, composting, bugs and more. While you're there, take home veggies to plant in your fall garden.
When:听8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 12
Where:听大象APPVillage Farm,听
Cost:听$10 for Plant and Play Family Day, $5 for kids; entry to the veggie sale is free
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The Desert Haze Market typically features more than a dozen vendors selling vintage clothing. The next one is Nov. 23.
Desert Haze Market
Shop all kinds of vintage clothing when this market pops up at Hotel Congress.
When:听11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 12, Nov. 23, Dec. 21
Where:听Hotel Congress,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Witches' Bazaar
Inked Goddess Creations is hosting a market featuring about 20 mystical vendors carrying everything from crystals and jewelry to oddities, candles and bath products. You'll also find aura photography, tarot readings and food trucks.
When:听Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12
Where:听Inked Goddess Creations Office,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Second Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch
The second Saturday of every month is special at Steam Pump Ranch. Find historic tours of the grounds, demonstrations led by听Archaeology Southwest, crafts for kids, vendors selling their artwork and a farmers market.
When:听9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month through March
Where:听Steam Pump Ranch,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Patagonia Fall Festival
If you've been wanting to take a trip to Patagonia, now's a good time to go. This festival is set to feature more than 100 artists, plus food and live music.
When:听9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13
Where:听Patagonia Town Park,听, Patagonia
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
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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:听10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays
Where:听Foothills Mall,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local makers from silversmiths to candle makers.听
When:听10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays
Where:听St. Philip's Plaza,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Mercado Flea
Check out more than 50 vendors selling antique and vintage items at the Mercado Flea.听
When:听8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month through May
Where:听Mercado District,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Indigenous Peoples Day
This free family-friendly event hosted by Alianza Indigena sin Fronteras听is slated to feature cultural performances, live music and more than 20 food and art vendors.
When:听11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14
Where:听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
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Moviegoers browse the concession counter at The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway.
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:听Oct. 16-24
Where:听The Loft Cinema,听
Cost:听General admission to individual movies is $12. Film badges are $150.
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Boo at the Zoo
Meet with princesses, pirates and superheroes at Reid Park Zoo's kid-friendly Halloween event. There will be comedic skeleton scenes, games, alien alley and candy stations.听
When:听6-8:30 p.m. Fridays-Sundays, Oct. 18-27
Where:听Reid Park Zoo,听
Cost:听$15. Timed tickets are required, purchase in advance.
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Fall Festival听
Casas Church is hosting a community-wide event with a truck-or-treat, vendors, inflatables, food trucks, music and a donation drive for Interfaith Community Services.
When:听6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18.听Editor's note: This event has been canceled as of Oct. 17.
Where:听Casas Church,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food
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Tohono Chul Plant Sale
At Tohono Chul's annual fall plant sale, you'll find thousands of landscape-ready plants, plus some plants that are harder to find. More than 400 species will be available.
When:听9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 19-20. Member-only day is Oct. 16!
Where:听Tohono Chul,听, in the parking lot
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Pima County Master Gardeners Plant Sale
Bring home your newest plant baby (or should we say babies?). Pima County Master Gardeners' upcoming sale features cacti, succulents, perennials, compost and more.
When:听8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19
Where:听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Anime Wonder Festival
This two-day festival celebrates anime through vendors, food, car displays, cosplay, music and more.
When:听Noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19; noon to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20
Where:听大象APPExpo Center,听
Cost:听$30 and up
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Dirty T Market
Local spicy candy shop Dirty T Tamarindo is hosting a market featuring vendors, food and games.
When:听4-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19
Where:听Dirty T Tamarindo,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping
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Buds & Blooms听
Local garden center Eco Gro is hosting Buds & Blooms, an event featuring food and art vendors.
When:听6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19
Where:听Eco Gro,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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大象APPTerrorfest Horror-Con and Film Festival
The annual 大象APPTerrorfest Horror-Con and Film Festival celebrates all things horror with the film festival at The Screening Room and the Horror-Con at the Ramada downtown.听The convention portion has been described as your typical convention experience, like 大象APPComic-Con 鈥 but horror.
When:听Oct. 24-27
Where:听The Screening Room,听.; and Ramada,听
Cost:听TBA
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Haunted Night Market
Bloodless Tattoo and Desert Designed Collective are collaborating on this spooky market featuring more than 20 vendors, flash tattoos, live music, drinks and a costume contest.听
When:听6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25
Where:听Owls Club,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Halloween Night Market
Local plant nursery Rozet is celebrating Halloween with a two-day market slated to include vendors, a haunted shade house, trick-or-treat stations, flash tattoos, tarot readings, a bounce house, face painting and food. Costumes are encouraged!
When:听6-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 25-26
Where:听Rozet Nursery,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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HallOVeen Spooktacular
Oro Valley is celebrating Halloween with an evening of vendors, music, jumping castles, crafts, food trucks and trunk-or-treating.听
When:听5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听James D. Kriegh Park,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food
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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.听
When:听10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where:听Oro Valley Marketplace,听
Cost:听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:听2-9 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27
Where:听MSA Annex,听
Cost:听$5 presale, $10 at the door on Saturday; Sunday is free to attend
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Haunted Anime Festival
Kira Kira Collectibles is organizing this anime festival with vendors, cosplay, raffles and more activities.听
When:听2-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听The Korean Rose,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for vendors and drinks
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Desert Artisans Market
Shop from 30 makers during this market along with facing painting, photo opportunities and trick-or-treating for kids.
When:听Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26; also Nov. 23 and Dec. 14
Where:听CATALYST in 大象APPMall,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Spooktacular in Sahuarita
This all-ages Spooktacular event in Sahuarita features trunk-or-treating, food trucks and family-friendly activities.
When:听6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26
Where:听Sahuarita Town Hall,听, Sahuarita听
Cost:听Free to attend
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Maria Moreno, right, LPN for El Rio Health, blows bubbles from a bubble gun as cyclists ride down North Stone Avenue during Living Streets Alliance's annual Cyclovia in 2022.
Cyclovia
Enjoy a day of car-free streets, where you can walk, bike or skate your way through 大象APPneighborhoods. It's essentially a big block party where you'll find activity hubs and food vendors along the route.
When:听9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Armory Park to 37th Street and Eighth Avenue. See the route听.
Cost:听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 porches of the midtown Garden District neighborhood.听
When:听2:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27
Where:听Garden District in midtown; more details TBA
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money to tip musicians and buy food
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Soul Food Wednesday
Visit Blax Friday's Soul Food Wednesday to support local Black-owned businesses and food vendors.
When:听7-10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30
Where:听Playground Bar and Lounge,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Chiles, Chocolate and Day of the Dead
Tohono Chul is hosting a two-day celebration in honor of听D铆a de los Muertos. On the schedule: local vendors, performers, crafts, face painting and food.
When:听9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Nov. 1-2
Where:听Tohono Chul,听
Cost:听TBA, tickets last year were $20 for adults, $5 for kids ages 5-12
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The 2021 Scottish Highland Games, which runs in conjunction with the 大象APPCeltic Festival, included a keg toss.
大象APPCeltic Festival & Scottish Highland Games
This festival is put on by the 大象APPCeltic Festival Association, whose mission is to preserve and celebrate the heritage of Celtic people within the community. For nearly four decades, this festival has highlighted vendors, music, dance, food and more.
When:听5-9:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1; 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3
Where:听Rillito Racetrack,听
Cost:听General admission starts at $18, depending on the day.
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大象APPOrganic Gardeners Fall Fair
Head to this plant fair to find locally-grown plants and seeds from vegetables and herbs to flowers and native plants. There will be garden supplies and fertilizers for sale, too, plus you can get advice on gardening and composting while you're there.
When:听8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where:听Arizona State School for the Deaf and Blind,
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for plants
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Park Place Street Art Festival
A community ofrenda is the centerpiece of this festival hosted by SAACA. Live art, chalk murals, mariachi music and a kids zone are all part of the fun.听
When:听11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where:听Park Place Mall,
Cost:听Free to attend
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VailFest
Head to this family-friendly festival featuring vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo and more activities geared toward kids.
When:听9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where:听Pima County Fairgrounds,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food
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The Holiday Marketplace at Harlow Gardens
Harlow Gardens is hosting a market in anticipation of the holiday season, featuring more than 60 artists.
When:听9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where:听Harlow Gardens,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Sabor ng Bayan
Celebrate Filipino talent and culture with food trucks, baked goods, crafts and live music during this market organized by home baker Ate Kei.
When:听5-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2
Where:听Coalition Space,
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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All Souls Procession
More than 150,000 people head to Tucson's west side each year for the annual All Souls Procession, where attendees walk in remembrance of lost loved ones. The event started in 1990 when founder and local artist Susan Johnson was grieving the loss of her father.
When:听The main procession takes place 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3. Other events, such as a procession of little angels, will take place Friday-Saturday, Nov. 1-2.
Where:听The procession is south of Speedway, along Grande Avenue to the MSA Annex,听. The front of the procession usually arrives in the Mercado District between 7 and 7:30 p.m.
Cost:听Procession is free to attend, other events may have a fee.
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Medella Vina Antique and Vintage Fair
Once a month, Medella Vina Ranch hosts an antique fair where you can shop vintage items from more than 100 vendors, plus take a break at an onsite food truck.
When:听8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month
Where:听Medella Vina Ranch,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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A fan gets video of Gaby Moreno performing during the Dusk Music Festival at Rillito Park in 2016.听
Dusk Music Festival
This two-day music festival is back for another year in听J谩come Plaza. Headliners include Kaskade, Quinn XCII, Gus Dapperton and Peekaboo.
When:听Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 9-10
Where:听J谩come Plaza,听
Cost:听2-day general admission tickets start at $120. Single-day tickets start at $70.
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Creative Kind & Friends Holiday Markets
Local shop Creative Kind had to close their brick-and-mortar space over the summer, but they'll offer in-person shopping for the holidays, also featuring other vendors.听
When:听Nov. 14-Dec. 22; 3-7 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays, excluding Thanksgiving weekend
Where:听CATALYST in 大象APPMall,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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PBS Kids Day
This reimagined version of the Children's Museum Tucson's annual Love of Literacy Festival features book readings, performances and a book mobile, all in collaboration with AZPM. Kids can read to a dog, explore interactive exhibits, meet PBS Kids Characters and participate in educational activities.
When:听9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
Where:听Children's Museum Tucson,
Cost:听Free to attend
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Desert Air Market
This pop-up market is run by local makers and creatives, featuring more than two dozen vendors selling everything from clothing and jewelry to pottery and candles.听
When:听10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
Where:听On the corner of
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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La Encantada Fine Art Festival
SAACA is hosting a fine art festival at La Encantada, featuring artists selling items that range from mixed media to paintings to sculptures. Live art demonstrations are part of the fun.
When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17听
Where:听La Encantada Shopping Center,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Fall Artisans Market
Back for its 43rd year, 大象APPMuseum of Art's Fall Artisans Market is set to feature more than 100 artists bringing their pottery, glasswork, jewelry and other artwork to the market space.听The museum will have pay-what-you-wish admission during the market!
When:听Friday-Sunday, Nov. 22-24
Where:听大象APPMuseum of Art,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Cyclists wait for the start of the 32-mile route along Cushing Street during the Banner-University Medicine 40th El Tour de 大象APPon Nov. 18, 2023.
El Tour de Tucson
El Tour de 大象APPhas been around for more than four decades, bringing riders from around the globe to cycle the perimeter of the Old Pueblo. Ride day happens Nov. 23, but there's also a three-day expo and fiesta with vendors.
When:听Saturday, Nov. 23 is ride day. The expo is Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 21-23
Where:听The expo is held at the 大象APPConvention Center,听
Cost:听$15-$350 to ride. Expo is free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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大象APPHoliday Ice
Tucson's pop-up ice skating rink is back in town! Skates, which begin at size 8 for kids and go up to size 15 for men, are included in the admission price. Socks are required and gloves are recommended.听
When:听Nov. 24-Jan. 5; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas听
Where:听大象APPConvention Center,听
Cost:听A 90-minute session is $22 for adults, $15 for kids under 12 years old. The first session of each day is discounted to $12 for adults, $8 for kids. Book your tickets online.听
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LightsUp! A Festival of Illumination
Kick off the holiday season with a stroll through the 大象APPBotanical Gardens. There will be luminaria displays and 1 million twinkling lights.
When:听6-9:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday, Nov. 29 through Jan. 12; closed Christmas
Where:听大象APPBotanical Gardens,听
Cost:听$23 and up, depending on the day
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Black Owned Business Festival
Blax Friday, a local organization with a directory of Black-owned businesses throughout Arizona, is hosting its third Black Owned Business (BOB) Festival in November. The goal is to host more than 100 vendors and musicians this year.
When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30
Where:听MLK Lot,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Arts & Crafts Fair in Reid Park
This Arts & Crafts Fair held by 大象APPParks and Recreation boasts more than 140 vendors from the Southwest typically including painters, jewelers, photographers and more.
When:听9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 30-Dec. 1
Where:听Reid Park,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Yuletide at Old Tucson
Old 大象APPis hosting a holiday experience that will highlight "the unique Wild West history of Old Tucson" with live shows, interactive experiences and period costumes.
When:听TBA, returning November 2024
Where:听Old Tucson,听
Cost:听Last year's tickets were $39 for adults, $24 for kids ages 5-12
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The biannual Made In 大象APPmarket happens in spring and fall.
Made in 大象APPMarket
The Made in 大象APPMarket featured around 300 makers at its last market in April. Although the vendor list is TBA, the market supports local artists and in the past has featured items like paper goods, clothing, jewelry, home decor and photography.
When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1
Where:听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Sonoran Sundays听
Bruja shop Y艒lia Bot谩nica is hosting laid-back market most Sundays in December, expected to include 8-12 vendors bringing items like clay earrings, stickers and prints.听
When:听10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 22
Where:听Y艒lia Bot谩nica,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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ZooLights Holiday Magic 2024
Reid Park Zoo's annual ZooLights is almost here! Find colorful light displays, a giant gingerbread house, festive music and visits from Santa Claus.听
When:听6-8:30 p.m. Dec. 5-23; Dec. 26-30; Jan. 2-5
Where:听Reid Park Zoo,听
Cost:听$14 for general admission; $9 for kids ages 2-14. Bring a donation of two cans of food, a pet toy, an unwrapped children's toy or old holiday lights and receive $1 off admission.
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19th 大象APPTamal & Heritage Festival
This festival celebrating all things tamales is back for another year at Casino Del Sol. Attendees will enjoy a tamal contest, live entertainment and vendors.听
When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7
Where:听AVA Amphitheater at Casino Del Sol,听
Cost:听Free to attend听
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Marana Holiday Festival & Christmas Tree Lighting听
Ring in the holiday season at Marana's holiday festival and Christmas tree lighting. Snap a photo with Santa, order food from one of 30 food vendors, watch live performances, shop from artisans, plus enjoy lots of kid-friendly activities like crafts, train rides and inflatables. At 6 p.m. Dec. 7, Marana will light their 45-foot Christmas tree.
After the initial tree lighting, Marana will have nightly light shows that include 13 minutes of holiday music synchronized to 200,000 twinkling lights. You can walk up to the tree or listen to the show from your car by tuning into the radio station listed on signage.听
When:听2-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 for the festival; 6-9 p.m. on the half hour nightly through Dec. 28 for the light shows
Where:听Marana Municipal Complex,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money to the festival for food and shopping
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Oro Valley Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting
Check out more than 150 Southern Arizona artists at this two-day festival, all while enjoying performances, a marching band parade, carolers, food trucks, art activities and the lighting of Oro Valley's tree.听
When:听10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. The tree lighting is 6:15 p.m. Saturday.
Where:听Oro Valley Marketplace,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul
Walk through a wonderland of lights at Tohono Chul, typically also including live entertainment.
When:听6-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, plus Friday-Saturday, Dec. 13-14 and Dec. 20-21. Member-only night is Dec. 6!
Where:听Tohono Chul,听
Cost:听Tickets are not yet on sale but last year they were $20 for adults, $6 for kids.
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Vegan Night Market
The seventh Vegan Night Market is happening Dec. 7, hosted by Death Free Foodie and 大象APPFoodie. The lineup is TBA, but their most recent market featured more than 60 vendors selling vegan pizza, cakes, tacos and more.
When:听4-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7
Where:听Rillito Park,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food
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Makers Market at The Tuxon
Local maker Lilith & Daughters puts together this seasonal makers market at The Tuxon. The holiday event is set to include more than 80 vendors across two days (around 40 each day).
When:听1-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 7-8
Where:听The Tuxon,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Tanque Verde Market
This market brings local creatives to the far east side! Find more than 60 vendors offering handmade and curated items, plus food and live music.
When:听10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7
Where:听大象APPCountry Day School,
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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The Winter Queer Bazaar
大象APPHop Shop hosts the Queer Bazaar twice a year featuring around 30 local makers. This time, expect jewelry, paper goods, crocheted items and more.听
When:听2-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7
Where:听大象APPHop Shop,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Winterfest in Sahuarita
Shop from a vendor market, watch a light parade and a tree-lighting ceremony, order a bite to eat from food trucks and more at Winterfest in Sahuarita.
When:听3-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7
Where:听Sahuarita Town Hall,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food
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Etcetera Vintage Market
Shop from local vintage vendors and fashion curators at Saturday's market, also featuring hot dogs from Dog Kartel.
When:听4-10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7
Where:听Coalition Space,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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14th听Annual Weihnachtsmarkt
Head to Desert Sky听Community School for a German-style market featuring artisan vendors, performances, crafts, horse-drawn carriage rides and activities for the kids. Food trucks Haus of Brats, German Food Station and Ukies will be serving up bites!
When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8
Where:听Desert Sky Community School,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Christmas in the Barrio Market
This Sunday, enjoy a market featuring more than 30 vendors alongside coffee, tacos and a toy drive.
When:听11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8
Where:听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Fourth Avenue Street Fair
The biannual Fourth Avenue Street Fair is back this December! Shop from more than 350 artists, plus eat all the food of your dreams and listen to live music.
When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Dec. 13-14; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15
Where:听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Krampus Naucht Market
Bloodless Tattoo Studio and Desert Designed Co. are back again for another night market, this time featuring Krampus, who might be Santa's evil counterpart. Take photos with Krampus all while shopping from 30 vendors. Flash tattoos, drag performances, music and food are also part of the fun.
When:听3-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13
Where:听Bloodless Tattoo Studio,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Winterhaven Festival of Lights
A holiday tradition for 75 years, the Winterhaven Festival of Lights makes its return on Dec. 14. Walk through this charming neighborhood decorated in holiday lights and displays.听
When:听6-10 p.m. Dec. 14-28
Where:听; north of Fort Lowell Road and south of Prince Road, west of Country Club Road and east of 大象APPBoulevard.
Cost:听Free to attend
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A decorated ATV makes the turn onto Ochoa Street in front of the crowd closing off Stone Avenue for the 39th Downtown Parade of Lights in 2023.
Downtown Parade of Lights
Tucsonans line the streets to watch the annual Downtown Parade of Lights as it snakes through the Armory Park area with its hundreds of participants, floats and twinkling lights.
When:听6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14
Where:听Armory Park area, see the route听.
Cost:听Free to attend
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The Omni 大象APPx The Happy Hive
The Happy Hive is partnering with The Omni 大象APPfor a holiday brunch market, complete with breakfast plates, outdoor activities, a local vendor market and visits with Santa.
When:听9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 14
Where:听Omni 大象APPNational Resort,听
Cost:听$10
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The Mercado Holiday Bazaar
The annual Holiday Bazaar in the Mercado District is set to feature more than 75 local artists and collectors.听
When:听10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Dec. 20-21; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22
Where:听Mercado District,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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The Northwest Chanukah Festival
Chabad of Oro Valley is putting together a Chanukah celebration with music, free latkes and doughnuts and a menorah lighting.听
When:听2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29
Where:听Oro Valley Marketplace,听
Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food
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Explore nature through fun, hands-on exhibits at Children鈥檚 Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul
听has indoor and outdoor exhibits with daily activities and programming for kids and families that mesh with the environmental focus of Tohono Chul,听!
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