Calendar of Events

April 6, 2024 - August 31, 2024

Center for Creative Photography: The Place Where Clouds Are Formed

‘Amai Mo ‘Am Ṣo:ṣon G Cewagĭ I El lugar donde se forman las nubes I The Place Where Clouds Are Formed is a collaborative project initiated in 2018 by Ofelia Zepeda (Tohono O’odham), Gareth Smit, and Martín Zícari will open its fifth installment on April 6, 2024, simultaneously at the University of Arizona Poetry Center and the Center for Creative Photography’s Alice Chaiten Baker Interdisciplinary Gallery.

May 24, 2024 - August 31, 2024

Chillin' at the Chul

We are excited to announce the return of our hit summer series Chillin at the Chul! You can literally chill down in the gardens in the shade of mature trees that contribute to a cooling 10° difference in temperature. Join us for music, refreshing spirits, and light bites! Saturdays are family friendly as we’ve partnered with the Children’s Museum of Oro Valley to provide nature play to keep kids entertained while parents relax. Gates open at 5:30 PM. Admission is free.

May 25, 2024 - August 10, 2024

Summer Safari Nights at Reid Park Zoo

Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Saturday evenings featuring a new theme every week. Tickets: Free for Zoo members, $11.25 for adults (ages 15-61), $9.25 seniors (ages 62+), $7.00 for children ages 2-14, Free for children under 2.

June 7, 2024 - September 6, 2024

First Friday NOIRLab Public Tours

NOIRLab is pleased to receive public and educational visits to the NOIRLab Headquarters located at 950 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719, USA at no cost to our site, and make every effort to accommodate the public interested in learning about astronomical research/engineering activities. A minimum of 24 hours notice is necessary for scheduled public visit requests. Tour minimum 4, max 15 people. Reservations required 24-hours in advance.

June 8, 2024 - August 24, 2024

Cool Summer Nights at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Beat the Arizona heat and enjoy a family-friendly outing during popular Cool Summer Nights at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum every Saturday evening through August 24, 2024.

June 15, 2024 - September 1, 2024

2024 Seeds, Saguaros and Skeletons - Presented by the Art Institute at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

The "Seeds, Saguaros and Skeletons" exhibition features the talented artists that make up the faculty of the Art Institute at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. The artworks in this exhibit reflect the intricate biodiversity that defines this arid landscape - seed pods, as vessels of potential and renewal, the haunting beauty of skeletons as testimony to the cycle of life and the majestic saguaros with their towering presence, overseeing the desert through the seasons.

June 24, 2024 - September 6, 2024

Paul Valadez: Selections from the Great Mexican-American Songbook

In his collage series The Great Mexican-American Songbook, artist Paul Valadez plays with language and images in ways that reflect memories and multiply meanings. Presented By: University of Arizona Museum of Art. General admission: $8.00 Seniors 65+, Groups of 10+: $6.00 FREE to Members. Students with ID, UArizona faculty and staff, active military personnel, AAM members, visitors with a SNAP card or Tribal ID, and children.

June 25, 2024 - April 2, 2025

Arizona Friends of Chamber Music: 2024-2025 Season

AFCM proudly unveils its 77th season. This season includes two special collaborations with the Tucson Desert Song Festival. In April 2025, we are thrilled to feature violinist Joshua Bell and soprano Larisa Martínez. Check website for performance dates and ticket information.

July 24, 2024 - July 27, 2024

StoryCorps' Military Voices Initiative

The Military Voices Initiative provides a platform for veterans, service members, and military families to share and preserve their legacy. In doing so we honor their voices, amplify their experiences, and let them know that we—as a nation—are listening. TUCSON & SIERRA VISTA, SHARE YOUR STORY THIS SUMMER! Click to register for your virtual session.

July 27, 2024

Night Wings at Pima Air & Space Museum: PHOTOGRAPHY AND ART NIGHT

This summer you can experience select evenings at the museum when our airplanes feel more mystical than metallic. Catch a Stratofortress sunset silhouette, a starlit Starlifter, and Fighting Falcons raging against the dying light. Plus, themed activities, discounted admission, and kids are free! Purchase tickets upon arrival. Time: 5:00-8:30pm. Cost: Kids ages 12 and under are free, ages 13+ $10

July 31, 2024 - August 1, 2024

Southwest Wings Birding and Nature Festival

The 33rd Southwest Wings Summer Birding and Nature Festival will run from July 31 - August 3, 2024. Registration closes on Saturday July 15, 2024. This family friendly event is our main one with expertly guided field trips, pre-festival Jamboree, free programs, including some new ones just for kids, exhibitors, vendors, live animals and Keynote Buffet Dinner.

July 31, 2024

PBS Books Readers Club – “James” by Percival Everett

Join us in July as the PBS Books Readers Club dives into Percival Everett’s James, a New York Times Bestseller and reimagining of Mark Twain’s classic, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Everett places Jim, the enslaved character, front and center in this powerful narrative, giving voice to his untold story. Watch on Facebook or YouTube, Wednesday, July 31 at 5 p.m.

August 1, 2024

WILDE MEYER GALLERY August 1st ArtWalk

You are invited to ArtWalk on August 1, 4:00 – 7:00 PM. WILDE MEYER GALLERY Tucson will be highlighting a stunning group of artists throughout the month. We invite you to join us for great art, light refreshments, and live music by harpist VANESSA MYERS. Wilde Meyer Gallery, 2890 East Skyline Drive, Suite 170, Tucson, AZ

August 1, 2024

“The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride – Library of Congress National Book Festival 2024

In partnership with WHYY and other local PBS stations, PBS Books Heather-Marie Montilla is joined by author James McBride to discuss his latest book The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store as the 2024 Library of Congress National Book Festival author featured this week by PBS Books. Watch on Facebook or YouTube, Thursday, August 1 at 5 p.m.

August 6, 2024 - August 17, 2024

Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum End of Summer Celebration

The Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum will be launching our second annual, End of Summer Celebration! Starting Tuesday August 6th, all guests will receive a discounted admission rate of $5 per person no matter what age! (Children 3 and under still free.) The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-4pm.

August 7, 2024 - August 11, 2024

Southeast Arizona Birding Festival

Celebrate the special birds and wildlife of southeastern Arizona in August, sponsored by the Tucson Audubon Society. The Southeast Arizona Birding Festival offers expert-guided birding, wildlife, and cultural field trips; photography and bird-ID workshops; free nature presentations, vendors, and activities. REGISTER NOW. Time and event schedule varies, check website for more information.

August 7, 2024

“Just for the Summer” by Abby Jimenez – Library of Congress National Book Festival 2024

In partnership with Virginia Public Media and other local PBS stations, PBS Books presents a conversation hosted by VPM’s Keyris Manzanares with author Abby Jimenez to discuss her latest book Just for the Summer as the 2024 Library of Congress National Book Festival author featured this week by PBS Books. Watch on Facebook or YouTube, Wednesday, August 7 at 5 p.m.

August 12, 2024 - August 17, 2024

StoryCorps' Military Voices Initiative

The Military Voices Initiative provides a platform for veterans, service members, and military families to share and preserve their legacy. In doing so we honor their voices, amplify their experiences, and let them know that we—as a nation—are listening. TUCSON & SIERRA VISTA, SHARE YOUR STORY THIS SUMMER! Click to register for your virtual session.

August 14, 2024

“Night Flyer” by Tiya Miles – Library of Congress National Book Festival 2024

In partnership with Maryland Public Television and other local PBS stations, PBS Books Heather-Marie Montilla is joined by author Tiya Miles to discuss her latest book Night Flyer as the 2024 Library of Congress National Book Festival author featured this week by PBS Books. Watch on Facebook or YouTube, Wednesday, August 14 at 5 p.m.

August 21, 2024 - August 25, 2024

StoryCorps' Military Voices Initiative

The Military Voices Initiative provides a platform for veterans, service members, and military families to share and preserve their legacy. In doing so we honor their voices, amplify their experiences, and let them know that we—as a nation—are listening. TUCSON & SIERRA VISTA, SHARE YOUR STORY THIS SUMMER! Click to register for your virtual session.

August 21, 2024

“Music and Mind” by Renée Fleming – Library of Congress National Book Festival 2024

In partnership with WETA and other local PBS stations, PBS Books Heather-Marie Montilla is joined by author Renée Fleming to discuss her latest book Music and Mind as the 2024 Library of Congress National Book Festival author featured this week by PBS Books. Watch on Facebook or YouTube, Wednesday, August 21 at 5 p.m.

August 30, 2024 - September 1, 2024

Tucson Comic Con

Calling all pop culture fans, the annual Tucson Comic Convention will host comic book, author, cosplay and artist guests in a show for professional guests from the comic book industry as well as local creators. Friday, August 30: 3:00-8:00PM, Saturday, August 31: 10:00AM-7:00PM, Sunday, September 1: 10:00AM-5:00PM at the Tucson Convention Center.

September 5, 2024

WILDE MEYER GALLERY September 5th ArtWalk

WILDE MEYER GALLERY Tucson will be highlighting a stunning group of artists throughout the month. On the September ArtWalk, we invite you to join us for great art, light refreshments, and live music by harpist VANESSA MYERS. 2890 East Skyline Drive, Suite 170