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Bingo: A Winning New MusicalMay. 7 - May. 25
In this funny new play-along musical comedy, the audience gets to join in the BINGO game. Onstage, in between the number calling, strange rituals, and fierce competitions, love blossoms and long-lost friends unite.
African Sojourn Art ShowMay. 18 - Jun. 18
Original paintings of African animals inspired by a recent trip to Africa are featured in a new show by Tucson artist Diana Madaras and others. All proceeds will be donated to groups helping animals in Africa and locally, including Reid Park Zoo and TROT's equine therapy program. A public reception for the show's opening is May 18, 3pm to 6pm at Madaras Gallery.
Music Under the StarsMay. 18
Tucson Pops Orchestra presents concert featuring talent of young local musicians.
Primavera Cooks!May. 21
Janos restaurant hosts a fabulous, multi-course gourmet dinner as part of the Primavera Cooks! culinary series of "Apprentice Chef" and "Gourmet Dining" events, which feature a meal prepared by community members, under the tutelage of some of Tucson's finest chefs.
Wyatt Earp DaysMay. 24 - May. 26
Celebrate the life and times of the Old West's most famous lawman in "the town too tough to die," with costumed entertainers, a barbecue, stagecoach rides.
The Phoenix Lands on MarsMay. 25
A celebration of the landing of the NASA/University of Arizona Phoenix Mars Lander, live from "mission control" at the University of Arizona. Activities are planned at Kuiper Space Sciences Building, Sonett Space Sciences Building, Flandrau: The UA Science Center, and the UA Mall. After the landing, NASA turns over mission control to the U of A.
Music Under the StarsMay. 25
Tucson Pops Orchestra presents its Memorial Day concert, featuring program of patriotic favorites, including "Victory at Sea" and "Stars and Stripes Forever."
Waila FestivalMay. 31
Enjoy Tohono O’odham social-dance music and traditional foods at Bear Down Field, University of Arizona. Presented by Arizona Historical Society.
Summer Movies at Fox Tucson TheatreJun. 1 - Aug. 31
Classic movies for the entire family are shown at Downtown Tucson's historical Southwestern Art Deco movie palace. Contact theatre for schedules.
Oracle State Park HikeJun. 1
To celebrate National Trails Day, this ranger-guided hike with llamas at Oracle State Park combines information about eco-friendly benefits of llamas as pack animals and exploration of multi-use trails at park.
Music Under the StarsJun. 1
Tucson Pops Orchestra presents concert that answers the question, "What is classical music?" and includes performance of "Spiritual Jazz Suite" by Niehaus.
Primavera Cooks!Jun. 2
Feast Tasteful Takeout restaurant hosts a fabulous, multi-course gourmet dinner as part of the Primavera Cooks! culinary series of "Apprentice Chef" and "Gourmet Dining" events, which feature a meal prepared by community members, under the tutelage of some of Tucson's finest chefs.
Summer Art CruiseJun. 7
Central Tucson Gallery Association (CTGA) members stay open late so visitors can browse galleries in and around downtown Tucson all day and evening. Visit artist receptions and exhibit openings, and tour galleries on free TICET shuttle vans. Maps and schedules are free at Downtown galleries, or by calling CTGA.
Summer Saturday EveningsJun. 7 - Aug. 30
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum opens after sundown so visitors can enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the Sonoran Desert at night, on Saturdays.
National Trails DayJun. 7
National Trails Day is a chance to visit your local parks and nature centers. The 2008 theme, "Join Us on the Trail" is an open invitation to Americans to join a hiking club, outdoor retailer, parks and recreation department, or federal land managing agency and get outside and experience the great outdoors.
Music Under the StarsJun. 8
Tucson Pops Orchestra presents concert featuring Nancy Davis Booth in a peformance that includes some of her favorite Puccini arias.
Primavera Cooks!Jun. 11
Dakota Cafe hosts a fabulous, multi-course gourmet dinner as part of the Primavera Cooks! culinary series of "Apprentice Chef" and "Gourmet Dining" events, which feature a meal prepared by community members, under the tutelage of some of Tucson's finest chefs.
Music Under the StarsJun. 15
Tucson Pops Orchestra presents its "The Best of the Pops" concert featuring Cole Porter favorites and more.
Primavera Cooks!Jun. 25
Acacia at St. Philips restaurant hosts a fabulous, multi-course gourmet dinner as part of the Primavera Cooks! culinary series of "Apprentice Chef" and "Gourmet Dining" events, which feature a meal prepared by community members, under the tutelage of some of Tucson's finest chefs.