Major Events Calendar - A year in Southern Arizona is packed with fun things to do. Our many exciting annual fairs, fiestas, cultural and sporting events are listed here.
Community Events Calendar - Be a local and experience Tucson's unique cultures at our community events such as fundraisers, club programs and Tucson Parks and Recreation activities.
Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase of Tucson - Also known as the Tucson Gem Show, the largest event of its kind in the world is eagerly anticipated by thousands of rock hounds, jewelers and others who buy, sell and exhibit. Jan. 31 - Feb.15, 2009.
La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson Rodeo) - Dust, sweat, determination, and pride clash when some of the best rodeo athletes on the circuit strive to hold their own with some of the finest livestock in the biz at the infamous Tucson Rodeo, Feb. 21 - Mar. 1, 2009.
Major League Baseball Spring Training - Tucson hosts two Major League Baseball teams for the pre-season warm up: the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies. Games played all through March.
Learn About Our Most Dazzling Event: The Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase
Upcoming Tucson Events
JW Marriott Southern Arizona Golf Invitational- Nov. 21 JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa hosts 12th annual charity golf invitational, followed by an elegant evening gala, and silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Children’s Miracle Network/Tucson Medical Center Foundation, Tucson Conquistadors, and the Southern Arizona Chapter of the Autism Society of America., (520) 670-0301 (Information about event).
The American West, On the Road with Michael Blake- Nov. 21 The Fox Tucson Theatre hosts Academy Award-winner, Michael Blake, author of Dances With Wolves, and his documentary about Apache Indian leaders Cochise and Geronimo. Movie will be preceded by performances by musicians whose music is featured in the movie., 520-624-1515 or 520-547-3040.
El Tour Downtown Fiesta- Nov. 22 Kids activities, live bands, a beer garden, the Grand Cycling Awards Ceremony and an exciting outdoor finale, at the El Tour finish line, at Congress Street and Granada Avenue, near Tucson Convention Center., (520) 547-3338.
Ranch Day at La Posta Quemada- Nov. 22 La Posta Quemada Ranch offers opportunity to experience real ranch life. See how a cowboy shoes his horse, watch horse branding, and ride a horse-drawn haywagon through the scenic, historic ranch., Reservations, 520-647-3450/Info 647-7121.
UMC 26th El Tour de Tucson presented by Diamond Ventures- Nov. 22 Thousands of cyclists from around the world ride in annual perimeter tour, with 109- 80-, 66-, 35-, 4-, and 1/4-mile courses, one of the premier organized rides in the United States, open to pros, fitness buffs, fun-lovers, and kids. Tucson Convention Center Plaza., (520) 745-2033.
