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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.
Monsoon Monday NightsJun. 2 - Aug. 4
The Tucson Children's Museum will stay open until 8 p.m. and charge only $1 admission on Monsoon Monday Nights, between June 2 and August 4.
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.
MonZoon Magic at the ZooJun. 13 - Jul. 25
Reid Park Zoo hosts a Friday night movies-and-concerts series for kids of all ages, all summer long. Performance schedule available at zoo's website.
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. Western Heritage DaysJul. 11 - Jul. 12
The town of Willcox celebrates its authentic Old West heritage.
Primavera Cooks!Jul. 16
Rio Cafe 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.
USA Volleyball High Performance ChampionshipsJul. 23 - Jul. 27
Championship volleyball matches will take place on 15 courts in the Tucson Convention Center (TCC) exhibition halls and arena. Opening Ceremonies will be in the TCC Grand Ballroom, July 22.
Tucson International Children's Film FestivalJul. 26 - Aug. 2
The Glassman Foundation and Mrs. Tiggy Winkle's Toys present eight days of great children's cinema, and free popcorn, on Saturday mornings at The Loft Cinema. Schedule available at The Loft website.
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.
August Festival at Sonoita VineyardsAug. 2 - Aug. 3
Celebrate upcoming harvest, with grape-stomping contest, tractor-drawn guided vineyard tour, grape tasting, live music, and local restaurants providing food to complement the wines.
Viva Arizona!Aug. 2
A music and dance production showcasing the 100-year history and evolution of Tucson's Hispanic musical heritage; with live bands, multimedia presentations, meaningful historical narration, and sensational dancing.
Southwest Wings Birding and Nature FestivalAug. 6 - Aug. 10
For all ages, self-guided and guided tours, exhibits, and programs about Southern Arizona birds and butterflies The festival takes place near base of the Huachuca Mountains, minutes from some of the best birding areas in the United States.
Primavera Cooks!Aug. 6
Pastiche Modern Eatery 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.
Vigilante DaysAug. 8 - Aug. 10
Wild West history comes to life in the streets of the “town too tough to die,” with a chili cook-off, street entertainment, a 10-K run and more.
Southwest BMX NationalsAug. 8 - Aug. 10
National championship race series with events for bicycle motocross (BMX).
Primavera Cooks!Aug. 20
The Cup Cafe at Hotel Congress 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.
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
Tucson's birthday celebrated at outdoor festival honoring Tucson’s patron saint, Saint Augustine. Music, art exhibits, and speakers at Armory Park, and mass at Saint Augustine Cathedral.
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.