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DeGrazia Gallery ExhibitMar. 28 - Sep. 8
New exhibition of sketches by acclaimed Tucson artist, the late Ted DeGrazia includes more than 50 black-and-white drawings of daily life he witnessed during his frequent trips to Mexico.
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.
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.
Summer of Enchantment Concert SeriesJun. 14 - Aug. 30
La Encantada shopping center presents a summertime Culinary Concert Series on Saturdays that features food from the center's restaurants and live music by local bands.
Twilight Thursdays at the GardensJun. 19 - Aug. 28
The Tucson Botanical Gardens presents a series of themed events that include dancing, music, outdoor movies, a p.j. party, flashlight tours, stargazing, and dining at the Gardens Cafe, Thursday evenings through August 28.
Outdoor Movies at Cinema La PlacitaJun. 19 - Oct. 30
The Loft Cinema at La Placita presents its "Shot in Tucson" film series featuring movies that were filmed, entirely or partly, in the Tucson area. Series runs Thursday evenings, May through October.
DiscoveryDays at Mt. Lemmon SkyCenterJul. 19 - Sep. 21
Fun and educational adventures in science presented weekends by the University of Arizona and the UA College of Science at the new SkyCenter atop Mt. Lemmon.
Tucson's 233rd BirthdayAug. 1 - Aug. 31
August is Tucson's birthday month and Tucsonans are celebrating the 233rd anniversary of the city's founding on August 20, 1775, with a variety of events and activities.
Congress Street Urban Block PartyAug. 23
Join us Downtown for an evening of free arts and entertainment. Take a stroll down Congress Street and experience live music, DJs, street performers, vendors, multi-media visuals, gallery openings and more. Don't miss the special Tucson Roller Derby demo bout at 9:30pm.
Sonoita Labor Day RodeoAug. 30 - Sep. 1
Old-West rodeo, with timed events, barrel racing, a wild-horse race, and team roping events, and mutton busting and pee-wee events for little cowpokes.
Fiesta de San AgustinAug. 30
A celebration honoring Tucson's patron saint, St. Augustine, including the Mass at St. Augustine's Cathedral, with Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas presiding, followed by a procession to Armory Park, featuring a statue of St. Augustine from the permanent collection of the Arizona History Museum, and an outdoor festival.
Rendezvous of the GunfightersAug. 30 - Sep. 1
Old Western gunfighter groups from around the U.S. gather in Tombstone to stage gunfight reenactments, compete in most-authentic costume contest and Sunday parade.
Fernando Gallego and His Workshop: The Altarpiece from Ciudad RodrigoSep. 4 - Mar. 22
The UA Museum of Art presents this exquisite group of Spanish medieval panel paintings from the altarpiece of Ciudad Rodrigo, which comprise one of the most important groups of paintings produced in late 15th-century Spain.
Club Congress Moon BashSep. 5
The historic Hotel Congress hosts an all-ages family concert, featuring fantastic local bands and food at the Cup Cafe, to raise funds to help restore Valley of the Moon, Tucson's original fairyland and fantasy park/garden built in 1923.
Primavera Cooks!Sep. 10
Cuvee World Bistro 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.
SAHBA Carnival de GolfeSep. 12
Southern Arizona Home Builders Association presents a charity golf tournament including lunch, silent auction, and raffle prizes at Omni Tucson National Golf Resort/Spa.
Primavera Cooks!Sep. 14
Kingfisher Bar and Grill 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.
Tucson Bridal ShowSep. 14
A wedding-planning event featuring an exhibition of the latest wedding ideas, products, services, fashions, and information. Primavera Cooks!Sep. 17
Jonathan's Tucson Cork 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. Oktoberfest on Mt. LemmonSep. 20 - Oct. 12
Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the German culture in the pine and aspen forest at Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley. Eat at the event or dine at a restaurant on the mountain. Event occurs last two weekends in September and first two weekends in October.
El Tour 10K & 5K Run/WalkSep. 21
Diamond Venture's 11th annual El Tour 10K and 5K Run/Walk traditionally kicks off the El Tour event season. Proceeds from the event go to the Ben's Bells project, a community effort to inspire intentional acts of kindness.
Rex Allen DaysOct. 2 - Oct. 5
The 57th annual celebration honors the late Rex Allen, Willcox's own silver-screen cowboy. Activities includes golf tournament, parade, country fair, rodeo, turtle race, softball tournaments, cowboy dances, and a county music concert.
Traditional American Indian FeastOct. 4
Traditional foods of Native American tribes from throughout the United States, ranging from buffalo to prickly pear, and live entertainment are featured at dinner served under the stars.
Children's Social PowwowOct. 4
Children lead traditional celebration of Native American culture, featuring inter-tribal singers, dancers, and drummers from across the United States; native foods; and arts and craft vendors.
Tucson Film & Music FestivalOct. 10 - Oct. 12
Upstairs Film presents the 4th Annual Tucson Film and Music Festival featuring a plethora of film and music events staged in Downtown Tucson.