From Mother's Day markets to a concert under the stars, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ has a lot going on this weekend!
Learn more about these fun events and so much more below!
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:ÌýVarious dates, check out the calendarÌý.
Where:ÌýLocations vary based on tour.
Cost:Ìý$30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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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:Ìý5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where:ÌýChildren's Museum ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,Ìý
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend
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Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2BÌý
Ìýwith the most iconic detective duo of all time reimagined as a BFF comedy in “Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B.†Set in present-day London, depressed American divorcee Dr. Joan Watson moves in with the carefree and eccentric Sherlock Holmes, only to find themselves entangled in a series of mysteries, all related to a cunning supervillain who remains one step ahead of them. This twist on Doyle’s cherished Sherlock Holmes characters delivers non-stop laughter inside a rollicking murder mystery that promisesÌý
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:ÌýMay 4 through May 10
Where:ÌýYou can view the windsocks from either side of the Santa Cruz River, halfway between Cushing St. and West Starr Pass Blvd.Ìý
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð
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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 ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥. Choose from three self-guided crafts to complete at each spot!
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 8
Where:ÌýScrewbean Brewing,Ìý
Cost: $5-$15
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Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable at PY Steakhouse
Ìýunforgettable at PY Steakhouse on Sunday, May 11, 2025, with aÌýÌýfor $85 per person, featuring Truffle-Crusted Halibut with Saffron Risotto and White Asparagus.
Tote Bag Coloring at the Pueblo Vida TaproomÌý
You’ll be able to color your own Pueblo Vida tote bag while sipping on a cold beer. Materials like the tote bag and fabric markers will be provided.Ìý
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, May 8
Where: Pueblo Vida Brewing Company,
Cost: $15
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The Gong Show
At this comedy show, comedians have one minute to impress the audience before they can strike the gong and end their set early.
When: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 9
Where: Cafe Passe,
Cost: $10
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Summer Fridays
The Happy Hive Market is hosting fun events every second Friday of the month. For their first Summer Friday, they will have local vendors, live music and you can have a picnic on the lawn with bento takeout style dinner boxes from Lodge on the Desert.
When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, May 9
Where: Lodge on the Desert,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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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:ÌýMay 9 and 10
Where:ÌýValley of the Moon,ÌýÌý
Cost:ÌýTickets range from $15 to $50
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Breakfast for Mom at Le BuzzÌý
Le Buzz’s Plaza Palomino location will be serving a special Mother’s Day breakfast this weekend which includes tres leches hotcakes and a watermelon strawberry lime juice.Ìý
When: 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday, May 9 through Sunday, May 11
Where: Le Buzz, Ìý
Cost: Various prices
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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,
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: BICAS,
Cost: Free to attend, donation suggestedÌý
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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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Mother’s Day Market at Di Luna
Find the perfect Mother’s Day gift here where there will be 20 local vendors to shop from, breakfast burritos from Senor Taco, flash tattoos and a coffee truck.Ìý
When: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Di Luna, Ìý
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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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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Coy Creative’s Megan Coy shows off her handmade earrings at a previous Makers Market at The Tuxon.
Makers Market
This night market at The Tuxon will have over 30 local vendors, a DJ, food, drinks and more.Ìý
When: 7-10 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: The Tuxon,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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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
Cost: $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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Train Day at the Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Transportation MuseumÌý
At this family friendly event, you can look at the museum’s exhibits, check out trains, participate in art activities and more.Ìý
When: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Transportation Museum,
Cost: Free to attend
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Screwbean Brewing is home to beer, seltzer cocktails and coffee.
Screwbean Brewing’s Anniversary Party
Celebrate Screwbean Brewing’s anniversary with raffles, mini pies, drink specials, a new beer release, live music and more.Ìý
When: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Screwbean Brewing,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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Mother’s Day Market at The Monica
While you grab a bite to eat at The Monica, you can also check out their market which will feature permanent jewelry, a hat bar, clothing and flowers for mom.Ìý
When: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: The Monica,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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A Night of ComedyÌý
The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Museum of Art is putting on a comedy showcase featuring various stand-up comedians from ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥.Ìý
When: Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Museum of Art, Ìý
Cost: $20 for members and $25 for non-members
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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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Music Under the StarsÌý
ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Pops Orchestra and El Mariachi Tapatio will be playing a free concert at Reid Park’s DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center. Local food trucks will also be there so you can grab a bite to eat. Make sure to bring your own blankets and lawn chairs!
When: 7 p.m. Sunday, May 11
Where: Reid Park,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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