Night markets are a wonderful way to enjoy cooler evenings in Tucson, especially as the summer temperatures rise. Keep reading for the top 5 night markets around! 1. Summer Nights Market at MSA Annex - Mercado District Where: MSA Annex When: May to September, the last Friday of the month, from 6…
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Photos by Brian Leddy, Courtesy of Epic Rides Every year, mountain bikers from around the world gather in the desert just north of Tucson, Arizona, for one of the most thrilling and challenging endurance races on earth: The 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo. This legendary race, set against the stunning…
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There are festivals and then there is the annual Agave Heritage Festival, which is in a category of its own! The enriching and interactive four-day event dedicated to agave and the Southwest’s relationship to Mexico and the great Sonoran Desert region offers a unique perspective into the flavors…
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Celebrating Artistry and Local Flavors For more than 50 years now, this family-friendly tradition has brought over 350,000 people to the Old Pueblo. The fair offers something for everyone of all ages, hosting artists from around the world, live entertainment, and local and regional food like…
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Tucson is a year-round capital of gems, minerals, fossils & beads. Every February, with daytime highs in the perfect mid-60s to low-70s, the Old Pueblo becomes home to biggest gem and mineral show in the U.S.A. — the Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase — with dozens of gem shows throughout the…
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Every January, the Tucson Gem Show transforms the city into a dazzling showcase of precious stones, minerals, and diverse cultural experiences. Renowned globally, this annual extravaganza draws gem-loving enthusiasts, collectors, and curious souls alike. But the Gem Show isn't just an event, it's a…
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Our culture is vibrant, the flavors are always sizzlin', and taste buds are unquestionably treated 365 days a year. Then, when Sonoran Restaurant Week rolls around in September each year, the 10-day city-wide event shines an added light on dozens of restaurants and the customized menus they put on…
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Meaningful Answers To This Question From Local Tucsonans' Contributors Erika Muñoz - Restaurateur, Seis Kitchen and Catering Starting with a trailer, Erika Muñoz and her husband, Jake, quickly built Seis, a celebration of the distinct culinary regions of Mexico, into a local mini-empire. First, the…
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As Santa prepares for his long journey to Tucson, we’ve mapped out the best events to help you get into the holiday spirit. Grab your cup of cheer and gear up for tree-lighting ceremonies, holiday shopping, festive shows, and so much more! Celebrating Downtown With over 60 illuminated buildings…
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By Margaret Regan Jack Kerouac may not have been the first writer to be charmed by Tucson, but his description of this desert literary haven is among the most poetic. “Tucson is situated in beautiful mesquite riverbed country, overlooked by the snowy Catalina range…,” the beat writer declared in his…
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