We're especially excited for this weekend 👀 We're hosting a market!
, dubbed ֱ Together, is taking place 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, featuring more than 100 local vendors, food trucks, an art-making station, a scavenger hunt, hidden books from ֱ Tome Gnome and a donation drive for Youth On Their Own. It all takes place at , near Congress Street.
But there's A LOT more fun happening this weekend — an Usher listening party, an Indigenous market, a beer crawl, the 40th annual peace fair, a 2000s dance party, the chance to paint a community mural and SO MUCH MORE.
Of course, things can change quickly these days. Check for the latest info before heading out!
Members of Ballet Folklorico Tapatio dance down South Park Avenue during the 98th ֱ Rodeo Parade. This year’s ֱ Rodeo Parade, to be held on Thursday, Feb. 22, at 9 a.m., will take a new route intended to keep the parade off railroad tracks but still near the rodeo grounds.
ֱ Rodeo and parade
La Fiesta de los Vaqueros, aka the ֱ rodeo, is back in town with professional events, bull riding, roping and more. The ֱ Rodeo Parade will be held on Feb. 22.
When:The rodeo is now through Feb. 25. The parade is 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 22.
Where:ֱ Rodeo Grounds,
Cost:$18 and up for the rodeo. The parade is free to watch, though tickets are available for $10-$12 for grandstand seats.
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Spring Ikebana Festival
Ikebana is known as the "meditative art of Japanese floral arrangements." This festival at Yume Japanese Gardens of ֱ celebrates the arrival of spring with floral arrangements around the gardens.
When:9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays, Feb. 22 through March 3
Where:Yume Japanese Gardens of ֱ,
Cost:$18 for adults, $5 for kids under age 15
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ֱ Theatre Company presents "Master Class," March 2-23
ճtells the story of opera diva Maria Callas. Based on a series of real-life classes delivered at Julliard, "Master Class" carves a window into the soul of one of the most complicated and celebrated artists of the 20th century.!
ֱ History Social
Listen to a brief presentation about the Sosa Carrillo House. Afterwards, mingle with other history-loving attendees.
When:5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22
Where:Mexican American Heritage and History Museum,
Cost:Free to attend
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Discovery Nights at Children's Museum ֱ
Visit Children's Museum ֱ for a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.
When:5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where:Children's Museum ֱ,
Cost:Free to attend
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Roméo & Juliette is coming to ֱ this March
is the classic tale of star-crossed lovers, based on Shakespeare’s play about the feuding Montague and Capulet families in Verona, featuring Gounod’s romantic and rapturous music setting the stage..
Art Corner with BICAS
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:3-6 p.m. Thursdays
Where:䴡,
Cost:Free to attend, donation suggested
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Usher Listening Party
Roux Events is hosting a listening party at Revel Wine Bar, featuring Usher's greatest hits.
When:8-10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where:Revel Wine Bar,
Cost:$15 for reserved seating
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Emo Nite at Club Congress
Enjoy an emo dance party at Club Congress. A dollar from every ticket sold will go toward the Living The Dream Foundation.
When:9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where:Club Congress,
Cost:$20 in advance, $24 day of. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Ride with FUGA
Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, whichadvocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for ֱ's south-side and west-side communities.
When:6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where:El Pueblo Center,
Cost:Free to attend
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AWestern Experience at Old ֱ Presents:“LEGENDSOF THE WILD WEST!”
! Meet the legends who braved Southern ֱ during the 1800s, learn their stories through immersive entertainment and become a part of the Wild West only at Old ֱ's Western Experience now through May 12.!
Rodeo Round Up
Put on your cowboy hat for an evening of Western fun at Trail Dust Town. Enjoy live country music, discounts on ride wristbands, animal encounters and stunt shows.
When:5-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where:Trail Dust Town,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for rides, food and drinks
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ֱ Irish Music Showcase
Enjoy an evening of Irish music and dance at the first-ever ֱ Irish Music Showcase, hosted at Live Theatre Workshop.
When:7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where:Live Theatre Workshop,
Cost:$10 online, $15 at the door
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Trivia at the Short Rest Tavern
Fridays are for trivia at the Short Rest Tavern, a hidden bar tucked inside ֱ Mall's ֱ Games and Gadgets. This Friday, test your knowledge in "The Walking Dead."
When:7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23
Where:Short Rest Tavern in ֱ Mall,
Cost: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
At this event, you'll get to enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire, all while watching a magical theatrical performance.
When:6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Feb. 23-24
Where:Dante's Fire,
Cost:$49 without dinner, $79 with dinner
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Cat events at El Jefe Cat Cafe
Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Cafe! This weekend's events include sound bath meditation and cat bingo.
When:7-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23 for sound bath; 6-7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25 for bingo
Where:El Jefe Cat Cafe,
Cost:$25 for sound bath; $14 for bingo, reservations required
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#ThisIsֱ's ֱ Together market
Show your love for local makers at #ThisIsֱ's artisan market! Shop from more than 100 local makers selling paintings, candles, soap, baked goods, apparel, jewelry and more. There will be three food trucks, an art-making station and a donation drive benefitting Youth On Their Own.
When:11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:Depot Plaza,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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ֱ Peace Fair & Music Festival
The ֱ Peace Center is hosting the 40th annual ֱ Peace Fair & Music Festival, a gathering place for "peace, social justice, environmental and labor equity groups." There will be music, food, informational tables and kid-friendly activities.
When:11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:Armory Park,
Cost:Free to attend
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Borderlands Brewing Company is part of the ֱ Beer Crawl happening this weekend.
ֱ Craft Beer Crawl
Go on a craft beer crawl through downtown ֱ! Tickets get you 30 two-ounce drink sample tickets from nearly 30 participating breweries, plus check out live music and food along the crawl.
When:1-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:See the map .
Cost:$50
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Save Our Saguaros: Community Mural
Help paint a mural on "A" Mountain with muralist Wesley Fawcett Creigh in celebration of Save Our Saguaros month. The mural tells the story of the Save Our Saguaros campaign, which is aimed at saving saguaros from invasive grasses.
When:9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 and Sunday, March 3
Where:"A" Mountain lower parking lot,
Cost:Free to attend
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Our Blackness, Our Heritage: Stepshow and Showcase
Step, stroll, dance and tap will be on full display as part of the "Our Blackness, Our Heritage" seventh annual extravaganza with special guests Syncopated Ladies. Presented by the Barbea Williams Performing Company, the event aims to foster community, collaboration and culture in a family-friendly atmosphere during Black History Month.
When:4-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:Berger Performing Arts Center,
Cost:$20 for adults, $15 for kids
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Funbox
Dubbed the world's biggest bounce park, Funbox is currently in ֱ with 25,000 square feet of jumping zones and 10 play areas.
When:Tickets available online weekends through March 3
Where:ֱ Mall,
Cost:$19-$28
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Club '90s: 2000s Night
The traveling Club '90s tour is making a stop in ֱ for a 2000s dance party.
When:9:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:The Rialto Theatre,.
Cost:$15-$20. This event is for ages 18 and up.
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David Hoffman, the producer of Retro Game Show Night, talks to the "celebrity" guests before showtime backstage at Hotel Congress in 2014.
Retro Game Show Night
Enjoy an evening of off-the-cuff (and sometimes NSFW) comedy thatpays homage to old TV game shows with a funky twist.
When:7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:Club Congress,
Cost:$19.06. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Social Skillz
This hip-hop jam features ֱ dancers battling for a $1,000 prize. Food, clothing and art vendors will be onsite!
When:2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:The Coalition Space,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Fort Lowell Day
Celebrating history and the Fort Lowell Neighborhood, Fort Lowell Day is a family-friendly afternoon of performances, demonstrations, lectures and kid-friendly activities.
When:11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:Fort Lowell Museum,
Cost:Free to attend
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Macrame Bird Feeder Workshop
Create a macrame bird feeder with the help of Pima County Master Gardeners. You'll also hear a short talk on growing citrus in ֱ.
When:9-11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:
Cost:$35
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14th Annual Rodeo Days Arts Celebration
The Rodeo Days Arts Celebration is back at Plaza Palomino for its 14th year. Check out artisan vendors, music, food and a silent auction benefitting Rescue Me ֱ.
When:10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:Plaza Palomino,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Linda Matson and volunteer Erik Schmahl walk past the entrance to Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane, in ֱ, Ariz. on Nov. 18, 2020. The garden's mission is to preserve, transmit and revive the region's agricultural heritage by growing gardens which represent more than 4,000 years of continuous cultivation in the ֱ Basin.
Archaeology Day at Mission Garden
Kids can learn hands-on archaeology skills at Mission Garden's monthly Archaeology Day.
When:8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:Mission Garden,
Cost:Free to attend, donations accepted
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Flow for the Soul with Flam Chen
In-Rave is hosting a flow night with DJs, vendors, food trucks and flow art performances. Proceeds go to the All Souls Procession.
When:6-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:MSA Annex,
Cost:$10
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local artists from silversmiths to candle makers.
When:10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Where:St. Philip's Plaza,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore ֱ with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. There are three mural tours happening this weekend, one of which includes a wine tasting experience.
When:1-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 for a downtown mural tour with a wine tasting experience; 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25 for a Fourth Avenue mural tour with an included margarita; 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25 for a Fourth Avenue mural tour.
Where:Presidio San Agustín del ֱ Museum,, for the downtown tour;Corbett’s, , for the FourthAvenue tours.
Cost:$65 for Saturday's tour; $46 for the Sunday tour with the margarita; $30 for the Sunday tour without the margarita. Pre-registration is required.
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Goat yoga
Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with these classes!
When:9-10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:Udall Park,
Cost:$25
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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.
When:8 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Feb. 24
Where:ֱ Creative Dance Center,
Cost:$15, cash or Venmo
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Foothills Community Markets
Visit this market outside of the Foothills Mall to shop from vendors who have items like yard art, home decor, jewelry, baked goods and more.
When:10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Saturdays
Where:Foothills Mall,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Nuestro Tianguis ֱ
Every Saturday and Sunday, head to Flowers & Bullets' Midtown Farm for a swap meet featuring vendors, food and music.
When:9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Where:Midtown Farm,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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A couple pairs of hand-beaded earringsfrom local Indigenous artist Josie Rios (Beads Over Diamonds). Rios is the organizer behind the Indigenous Night Market at the Fourth Avenue Coalition Space.
Indigenous Market
Josie Rios is hosting the second Indigenous Market this Sunday where you'll find around 35 Indigenous vendors selling items like jewelry, candles, baked goods, paintings and more, in addition to a DJ and food from OaxaRico and Reservation Sensation.
When:11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25
Where:Coalition Space,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food
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George Howard Memorial Concert Series
A trio of local female bands —The Jane Heirs,Mitzi Cowell and the Valiants, andMiss Olivia and the Interlopers—will headline the first-ever George Howard Concert Series.Proceeds from the concert will benefit the ֱ Musicians Museum’s mentorship program.The concert series is named after GeorgeHoward, a longtime ֱ blues musician who died last April. He co-founded the TMM in 2007.
When:2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25
Where:Hotel Congress,
Cost:$20 suggested donation
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Houseplant Master Class
Plantney is hosting a master class all about houseplants, from lighting and watering to pest control and styling tips. You'll go home with a cutting, plus a hand-painted pot or macrame hanger!
When:Noon to 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25
Where:TraXide Taproom,
Cost:$25, your first drink is included
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Reinas Who Hike
Mi Reina Mobile Boutique is hosting a group hike this Sunday along the Wild West Trail in the Enchanted Hills Trailhead.
When:8 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 25
Where:Enchanted Hills Trailhead,
Cost:Free to attend, bring your own water, snacks and sun protection
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Cat yoga with Hermitage Shelter
Enjoy a morning of yoga and cats! Bring your own mat and water.
When:10:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 25
Where:Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter and Sanctuary,
Cost:$25, RSVP in advance
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Beer Brunch
Tap & Bottle is celebrating ֱ Beer Week this Sunday when it opens early for brunch that includes beer from ֱ Wilderness and breakfast treats from Holy Focaccia.
When:11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 25
Where:Tap & Bottle,
Cost:Varies based on items purchased
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