Even though it may be tempting to stay glued to your couch while blasting the AC, this upcoming month has so many fun events lined up it'll have you bracing the heat!
From dance parties to crafts to a pizza throwdown, this month has something going on for everyone. Below are just some of the events happening in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ throughout the month of May.Ìý
Of course, things can change quickly these days. Check for the latest info before heading out!Ìý
Art Cart with Caroline Martin
Head to local art educator Caroline Martin's art cart, where she brings craft supplies to different locations around ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥. Choose from three self-guided crafts to complete at each spot!
When: Various dates
Where: Various locations
Cost: $5-$15
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.Ìý
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturdays and most Fridays
Where: Dante's Fire,Ìý
Cost: $49 without dinner, $89 with dinner
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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. SaturdaysÌý
Where: µþ±õ°ä´¡³§,Ìý
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggestedÌý
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Aiden Buck, left, 3, colors his DÃa de los Muertos mask while his sister Athena Buck, 9, helps him during the Children's Museum ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s Discovery Nights at the Children's Museum ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, 200 S. 6th Ave, in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on Oct. 28th, 2021.Ìý
Discovery Nights at Children's Museum ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
Visit Children's Museum ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ for a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.Ìý
When: 5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where: Children's Museum ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,Ìý
Cost: Free to attend
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. There's a long list of tours on the calendar for March, including the Turquoise Trail, Armory Park, Barrio Viejo, Death After Dark and Public Art & Murals.Ìý
When: Various dates, check out the calendarÌý.
Where: Locations vary based on tour.
Cost: $30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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Classic Car Show at Little Anthony’s Diner
Not only will you see cool classic cars, but the event will also feature food, prizes, giveaways and a jumping castle.Ìý
When: Various dates in May
Where: Little Anthony’s Diner,
Cost: Free to attend
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Concerts by Candlelight
Concerts by Candlelight offers a unique musical experience set in historic venues that are lit by the glow of candles.Ìý
When: Various dates
Where: Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church,
Cost: Tickets start at $29
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Pima Dance presents “Pulseâ€
Pima Dance is putting on a showcase that features original works by students, faculty and guest choreographers that were developed throughout the spring semester.Ìý
When: May 2-3 at 7 p.m.
Where: Pima Community College West Campus Center for the Arts, Ìý
Cost: $10
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Party101 with DJ Matt Bennett
Dance the night away and embrace your inner child while listening to classic Nickelodeon and Disney Channel tunes.
When: 8 p.m. Friday, May 2
Where: Rialto Theatre,
Cost: $20Ìý
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Mi Casita Press Print Pop-Up
Stop by Ceres and get a free screen-printed art print by local artist, Mi Casita Press. Limited prints will be available so it’s first come first serve.Ìý
When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Ceres, Ìý
Cost: Free
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Props and Pints Beer Fest
This beer fest brings together aviation, military history and craft brews. The event includes a tour inside the Queen of the Skies, a fire show, live music, food trucks, flight simulators and more.Ìý
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Pima Air & Space Museum,
Cost: Tickets start at $65
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Picture Party
The Center for Creative Photography is celebrating their 50th anniversary with a Picture Party, an exhibition that will feature more than 100 images, recent acquisitions and archival objects from its collection.Ìý
Where: Opening on Saturday, May 3
Where: The Center for Creative Photography,
Cost: Free to attend
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A couple of customers look over the selection of new releases near racks of graphic novels at Heroes and Villains, 4533 E. Broadway, one of the places in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ to get comics.
Free Comic Book Day at Heroes and Villains
Heroes and Villains will be giving away 10,000+ free comics that span from superheroes to manga. The event will also have costumed characters and exclusive collectibles.Ìý
When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Heroes and Villains,
Cost: Free to attend
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Women, Wine & WildernessÌý
If you’re looking to get more involved with local outdoor organizations, this event helps start the connection with you and women in outdoor leadership, teaching you about the different roles and how you can get started.Ìý
When: 4:30-6 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Summit Hut,
Cost: Free to attend
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First ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Filipino American Sportsfest
A one-day, Olympic style event that celebrates Philippine Independence Day and their heritage. The event will also include competitive sports tournaments, cultural activities, live music and more.Ìý
When: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, May 3
Where: University of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Recreation Center South Gym, Ìý
Cost: Free admission for attendeesÌý
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Make & Take Mother’s Day Gift
Harlow Gardens will be hosting a workshop where their lead container creation expert will guide you through creating a gift for your mother.
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Harlow Gardens, Ìý
Cost: $60Ìý
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AANHPI Heritage Festival & Market
The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Chinese Cultural Center is celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month with a festival that’ll feature their gift shop, live music, dance performances and more.Ìý
When: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Mall, Ìý
Cost: Free to attend
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Madre Market
Puebla House is putting on a Madre Market that’ll feature permanent jewelry, new apparel, locally made skincare, flower specials for Mother’s Day and complimentary sips and treats.Ìý
When: 12-4 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Bloom Maven,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Tios & Tias
DJ Chris Villa is throwing a pre Cinco de Mayo party where you can dance your heart out to all kinds of tunes at the Hotel Congress Plaza.Ìý
When: 2-8 p.m. Sunday, May 4
Where: Hotel Congress,
Cost:ÌýTickets start at $25
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Community Exchange and Clothing Swap
Trade in your old items for new-to-you treasures such as tools, furnishings, toiletries, artwork, books and more. The leftover items will be sorted and distributed to local shelters.Ìý
When: 12-5 p.m. Sunday, May 4
Where: Pidgin Palace Arts,Ìý
Cost: Free to attend
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The Unuzual MarketÌý
Shop all things strange and unusual from various vendors. You'll find apparel, jewelry and oddities.
When: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, May 4
Where:ÌýCoalition Space,Ìý
Cost: $1 entrance fee, bring money for shopping
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Landing Place
Landing Place is a temporary art installation and celebration of the living Santa Cruz River by Maxie Adler and Kimi Eisele. The installation will include handmade, decorative windsocks to raise the visibility of plants and animals that have returned to the river.Ìý
When: May 4 through May 10
Where: You can view the windsocks from either side of the Santa Cruz River, halfway between Cushing St. and West Starr Pass Blvd.Ìý
Cost: Free
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New Beginnings 2 - Return To The Moon
Cirque Collective is putting on their show, New Beginnings 2, that includes acrobatics, aerial performances and fire acts.Ìý
When: May 9 and 10
Where: Valley of the Moon, Ìý
Cost: Tickets range from $15 to $50
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Blossom and Bond with Mom
Families can celebrate Mother’s Day with a flower scavenger hunt, a craft station, a Mother’s Day story time and various giveaways.Ìý
When: 12-3 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Park Place Mall,
Cost: Free to attend
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Taylor Swift Laser Light Show
The Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium will be bringing Taylor Swift’s biggest hits to life with a laser light show.Ìý
When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium, Ìý
Cost: Tickets start at $18.95
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Kat Rodriguez plays with Chloe during the grand opening of Hunter’s Kitten Lounge. The lounge showcases cats available for adoption.
Crafting Class at Hunter’s Kitten Lounge
Knit your furry friend a comfy bed at this crafting class. Each entry will include the supplies and you get to take home a new bed your cat will adore.Ìý
When: 6-8 p.m., Saturday May 10
Where: Hunter’s Kitten Lounge,
Cost: $30
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Mother’s Day Paint and Sip
Spend Mother’s Day by painting a masterpiece with your mom while sipping on mimosas! An instructor will take you through the process of creating a partner tree painting that fits together. All art supplies will be included.Ìý
When: 12-3 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Hotel McCoy,
Cost: $45
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I Dream in Widescreen
I Dream in Widescreen is the annual showcase of the films made by seniors at the University of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ School of Theatre, Film and Television. This year marks the showcase’s 20th anniversary.Ìý
When: 7-9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Fox ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Theatre, Ìý
ÌýCost:Ìý$5
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ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Asian Night Market
ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Foodie and local Asian community members are putting together ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥â€™s first Asian Night Market featuring food, music, art and more.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Chinese Cultural Center,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Mercado Flea Market
This flea market features 50+ vendors that sell antique, vintage and other used and collectible items along the Mercado District.
When: 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. Sunday, May 11
Where: Mercado District,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping.Ìý
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Second SundAZe
For this month’s Second SundAZe, the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Museum of Art will be offering different art-making activities, bracelet making for Mother’s Day, family yoga and a performance by Ballet ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥.
When: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sunday, May 11
Where: ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Museum of Art, Ìý
Cost: Free to attend
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Light the Mic
Light the Mic is a curated artist showcase that centers around Black, queer and local voices.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, May 16
Where: Splinter Collective: Ìý
Cost: $10 entryÌý
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Waila with the AlianzaÌý
Dance the night away listening to Gertie and the T.O. Boyz at the Alianza Indigena Sin Fronteras fundraiser. The event will also include indigenous crafts and food vendors.Ìý
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 16
Where: Tohono Chul,
Cost: $10
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Pirate and Mermaid Day at Trail Dust Town
Live out your mermaid and pirate dreams at this event where you can dance to live music, meet other mermaids and pirates, dress up in costumes, test your swashbuckling skills, enjoy amusement rides and more.Ìý
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, May 17
Where: Trail Dust Town, Ìý
Cost: $15 per person, $5 for babies two and under
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Paint for a CauseÌý
The Humane Society of Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ is hosting a fundraiser where participants can sip on non-alcoholic drinks while they recreate a "Cosmic Furriends" painting with the help of an instructor. All art materials will be provided and a portion of the profits will go to the Humane Society.Ìý
When: 4-6 p.m. Saturday, May 17
Where: Humane Society, Ìý
Cost: $48
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Buds & Blooms
Check out this night market at EcoGro that will feature local food, shopping and music.Ìý
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, May 17
Where: EcoGro,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥â€™s Originals 2025 Pizza Throwdown and Dessert Duel
This annual showdown brings some of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥â€™s pizza makers and bakers together so you can vote for the best. Those going to the event get three free drink tickets and get to sample all the pizza and desserts they want.Ìý
When: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, May 17
Where: Fresco Pizzeria,
Cost: $60
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Singles Yoga & Cold Plunge
Take an all-levels yoga class and then cool off in a cold plunge after. The event will also have an after party and a sauna to help warm you back up.Ìý
When: 5 p.m. Saturday, May 17
Where: Voltron Brewing Taproom,
Cost: $18
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Star Wars: The Force Awakens in Concert
Watch the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Symphony Orchestra play John Williams’s score live as the the film is projected in the background.Ìý
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, May 18
Where: ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Convention Center,
Cost: Tickets start at $22
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Best of the Stories that Soar
This Literacy Connects event brings student-written stories to life, featuring tales of laughter, wonder and more.Ìý
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, May 18
Where: Marroney Theater, Ìý
Cost: Free admission
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Summer Sing
The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Choir League and participants will workshop one piece of music and then sing it performance style for themselves.Ìý
When: 5:30-6:30 p.m. optional happy hour; 6:30-8:30 p.m. singing; 8 p.m. friends and family can come listen, Monday, May 19
Where: Borderlands Brewing, Ìý
Cost: $25 per singer
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520 Day Music Festival
Club Congress is hosting a music festival for 520 day, featuring bands like Get A Grip, Maldita Gente and Far Out.Ìý
When: 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 20
Where: Club Congress,
Cost: $15 for advance tickets, $20 on day of show
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ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Libertine League Anniversary Show
ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Libertine League is celebrating 8 years of burlesque shows with a special performance called EIGHT. This show will feature popular performers, special guests and more.Ìý
When: 9 p.m. Friday, May 23
Where: 191 Toole, Ìý
Cost: $15
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Christina Thorness, left, owner of Little Thorn Goods, talks with Kellie Nelson as shops Thorness’ booth during the Summer Night Market at the MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on May 24, 2024.
Summer Night Market
Shop from all kinds of local vendors and artists under the stars at the MSA Annex.Ìý
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, May 23
Where: MSA Annex,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Queer Bazaar
Enjoy live music, local vendors and delicious food from You Slg Dog and Ciao Down at the Queer Bazaar.Ìý
When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, May 24
Where: ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Hop Shop,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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3rd Annual Comix Club Meetup
This meetup will feature a release of the collaborative Comix Club zine, plus live screen printing, blind portraits and various zine and comic vendors.Ìý
When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, May 30
Where: Wooden Tooth Records,
Cost: Free to attend
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Pride Paint & Sip
At this event, you’ll be able to paint on a vinyl record, enjoy rainbow drink specials and browse art for sale that benefits the Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ AIDS Foundation.
When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 30
Where: The Korean Rose,
Cost: $45
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The TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run/Walk and Festival of Miles includes a free high school mile, free children’s mile, an open mile and 5k.
TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run/Walk
You're invited to walk or run in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥â€™s biggest charity running event. Aside from the race, there will be live music, children’s activities, food trucks, the Pueblo Vida beer garden and prizes.ÌýÌýÌý
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, May 31
Where: Ìý
Cost: Various prices
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Movie Nights with Cats
Watch Kiki’s Delivery Service while kittens snuggle up next to you. One ticket includes entry plus a drink and a snack.Ìý
When: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, May 31
Where: Hunter’s Kitten Lounge,
Cost: $25
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Wet Hot Summer Romance
Friends to Lovers Pop-Up Romance Bookstore is throwing a Wet Hot Summer Romance Party that will feature love stories, a dance party and book signings from authors Neely Tubati Alexander and Jen DeLuca.
When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, May 31
Where: Slow Body Beer,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for books
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Artes y LattesÌý
Learn how to build a wind chime while enjoying a coffee and pastry from Chappopin Cafe.
When: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31
Where: Ìý
Cost: $45
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The Sixth Annual Young Playwrights of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥Ìý
This festival showcases six short plays that were chosen as the winners of Live Theatre Workshop’s acclaimed Young Playwrights of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ competition. Each play is student produced.Ìý
When: May 31 and June 1
Where: Live Theatre Workshop,
Cost: Tickets start at $17
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