Events in Tucson and Southern Arizona
You'll find an array of regional events listed below. Create your own itinerary by adding multiple events to our Trip Planner. Be sure to confirm details in advance, using the contact information provided with each event, because last-minute changes sometimes occur despite our efforts to ensure information is current. Featured event listings are highlighted with shaded background.
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Basketry Treasured
- April 28, 2012 — June 01, 2013
- Address: 1013 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721
- Phone: 520-626-8381
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This exhibit of 500 stunning examples of Native basketry represent the staggering depth and breadth of Arizona State Museum’s peerless collection, recently designated an American Treasure.
Frida's Style: Traditional Women's Costumes from Mexico
- Recurring daily
- May 01, 2012 — June 02, 2012
- Address: 140 N. Main Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone: 520-624-2333
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The Tucson Museum of Art showcases jewelry and costumes favored by Frida Kahlo, with textiles from Tucson's Castañeda Museum of Ethnic Costume and objects from the museum's permanent collection.
Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- May 01, 2012 — June 03, 2012
- Address: 140 N. Main Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone: 520-624-2333
- Visit Website
The Tucson Museum of Art presents an intimate look at Mexico’s prolific and well-known artist Frida Kahlo through the photographic lens of her lover/friend Nickolas Muray.
Tucson Padres Minor League Baseball
- May 17, 2012 — May 24, 2012
- Address: 2500 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713
- Phone: 520-434-1381
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Tucson's new Triple-A baseball team, the Tucson Padres, the affiliate of the San Diego Padres, plays 72 home games at Tucson's Kino Stadium on summer evenings, April - August.
5th Annual Bat Night
- May 19, 2012
- Address: East of Campbell Ave Bridge at Rillito Riverbed, Tucson, AZ 85718
- Phone: 520-955-3429
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Rillito River Project hosts a night of observing the Mexican free-tailed bats under the bridge east of Campbell Avenue, with talks by bat experts. Bring a flashlight, drinking water, and blanket to sit on.
Kino Festival at San Xavier Mission
- May 19, 2012
- Address: 1950 W. San Xavier Rd, Tucson, AZ 85746-7409
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San Xavier Mission and the Kino Heritage Society celebrate the life of Jesuit missionary/explorer Padre Kino with tours, art, music, entertainment, and food at San Xavier Mission.
Willcox Wine Country Spring Festival
- Recurring daily
- May 19, 2012 — May 20, 2012
- Address: Railroad Avenue, Willcox, AZ 85643
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Arizona Wine Growers Association presents wine tastings, yummy treats, artisan vendors, and live entertainment in downtown Willcox's historical Railroad Park.
Many Mexicos: Vistas de la Frontera
- Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- January 17, 2012 — November 17, 2012
- Address: 1031 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone: 520-621-6302
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Arizona State Museum's 2010 Mexico bicentennial-centennial exhibition interprets a broad sweep of Mexican history from the perspective of the Arizona borderlands. Closed federal holidays.
Interwoven Traditions: The Cultural Legacy Of Southwestern Textiles
- January 17, 2012 — November 18, 2013
- Address: 2100 North Amerind Road, Dragoon, AZ 85609
- Phone: 520.586.3666
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The Amerind Museum exhibits beautiful rugs and other textiles from its collection of treasures from Navajo, Hopi, Tarahumara, Rio Grande, and other weavers.
The Retablo of Ciudad Rodrigo at UA Museum of Art
- January 17, 2012 — December 29, 2013
- Address: 1031 N. Olive Rd., Tucson, AZ 85721-0002
- Phone: 520-621-7567
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The University of Arizona Museum of Art's exhibit of 26 panels from the altarpiece of Ciudad Rodrigo is one of the most important groups of paintings produced in late 15th-century Spain.
100 Years of Arizona’s Best: Minerals That Made The State
- February 08, 2012 — February 03, 2013
- Address: 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85719
- Phone: 520-621-4516
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The UA Mineral Museum's new exhibit commemorates Arizona’s State Centennial with a dazzling display of Arizona minerals on loan from top collectors.
Tucson Rodeo Parade Museum Tours
- February 24, 2012 — June 02, 2012
- Address: 4823 S. Sixth Ave., Tucson, AZ 85714
- Phone: 520-294-1280
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Tour displays of 150 buggies and wagons; see Old West artifacts, a typical western streetscape, and historical Tucson memorabilia at the Tucson Rodeo Parade Museum.
Hopi Quilts: Unique Yet Universal
- February 24, 2012 — August 20, 2012
- Address: 1013 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721
- Phone: 520-621-6281
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Arizona State Museum hosts an exhibition of 20 inspiring examples of Hopi quilts from the 1970s to today, which demonstrate adaptation and use of this old American tradition.
A Journey: The Art of Glory Tacheenie-Campoy
- March 17, 2012 — October 31, 2012
- Address: 2100 North Amerind Road, Dragoon, AZ 85609
- Phone: 520-586-3666
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An exhibit by Diné (Navajo) artist Glory Tacheenie-Campoy, including original paintings, sculpture, mixed-media works, and prints at The Amerind Foundation. March 17 opening celebration will feature the artist and Dr. Ofelia Zepeda.
"This Land, This Sea” at Etherton Gallery
- March 24, 2012 — May 26, 2012
- Address: 135 S. 6th Ave. #B, Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone: 520-624-7370
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Etherton Gallery exhibits works by three artists whose paintings and photographs evoke a spiritual, intuitive and impressionistic experience of the lush vistas, dense jungles and foamy seas.
Red: A Juried Invitational
- April 17, 2012 — June 01, 2012
- Address: 330 S. Scott Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone: 520-624-7370
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A show of 43 images in painting, photography, printmaking, fiber, drawing, and a variety of mixed media inspired by the ACT production based on the life of abstract artist Mark Rothko at Temple Gallery.
Steward Observatory Mirror Lab Tours
- April 17, 2012 — January 15, 2016
- Address: 933 N. Cherry Ave., N208, Tucson, AZ 85721-0065
- Phone: 520-626-8792 (Call to make reservations
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A behind-the-scenes look on Tuesdays and Fridays at the cutting-edge optical technology involved in making giant telescope mirrors at Steward Observatory Mirror Lab, University of Arizona.
Sins of the Mother
- May 03, 2012 — May 27, 2012
- Address: 11 S. 6th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone: 520-882-0555
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Beowulf Alley Theatre presents a powerful drama about revenge, forgiveness, and the comically human struggle to decipher which is which. Beowulf Alley Theatre.
Meet Me at Maynards
- Recurring weekly on Monday
- May 14, 2012 — (No End Date)
- Address: 400 N. Toole Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone: 520-991-0733 OR 520-545-0577
- Visit Website
Southern Arizona Roadrunners' Monday evening, non-competitive 3-mile run/walk begins and ends downtown at Maynards Market/Kitchen.
Arizona Centennial Quilt Project: 100 Years - 100 Quilts
- May 14, 2012 — December 31, 2012
- Address: 949 E. Second St., Tucson, AZ 85719
- Phone: 520-628-5774
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An exhibition of 100 handmade quilts from around the state, including the cornerstone Arizona Centennial Commemorative Quilt, at the Arizona Historical Society Museum.
San Xavier Mission Guided Tours
- May 14, 2012 — December 02, 2014
- Address: 1950 W. San Xavier Road, Tucson, AZ 85746-7409
- Phone: 520-294-2624
- Visit Website
Docents lead 45-minute tours of the National Historic Landmark, Monday - Saturday, and explain the mission's rich history and ornate interior that includes painted murals and original statuary.
Meet Me in Marana
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
- May 16, 2012 — (No End Date)
- Address: 7548 N. Silverbell Road, Marana, AZ 85653
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Southern AZ Roadrunners hosts a free Wednesday night walk/run, starting at Crossroads at Silverbell Park.
Mary Poppins on Broadway
- May 16, 2012 — May 20, 2012
- Address: 260 S. Church Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone: 1-800-745-3000 Ticketmaster
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Broadway in Tucson presents the irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all times at Tucson Music Hall.
USA Badminton Senior Nationals
- May 16, 2012 — May 20, 2012
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Senior Badminton National CompetitionUA Campus Recreation Center
USA Badminton–2012 Senior Nationals
- May 16, 2012 — May 20, 2012
- Address: 1400 E. Sixth Street, Tucson, AZ 85721
- Phone: 520-626-3396
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USA Badminton and Tucson Sports present the 2012 US Senior National Badminton Championships with players from throughout the United States, hosted by the Tucson Badminton Club, at UA Student Recreation Center.






