Tucson Festivals & Annual Events
In a city with as much culture and soul as Tucson, it's no surprise that we're recognized as one of the best cities in the world for festivals and events. Find festivals that celebrate southern Arizona's unique heritage, award-winning food, and love for music. Attend the largest gem and mineral show on the planet, race alongside pro cyclists, watch legendary golfers compete for glory, or meet your favorite author. No matter your choice, you'll find that we do events a little bit different.
Explore some of the best that Tucson has to offer and be sure to check our calendar to find great events happening all year long.
Tucson's Signature Event
Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase
The world-renowned Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase is like a time portal, a trip around the world, and a treasure hunt all rolled into one. Every…
Culture
All Souls Procession
Tucson’s Dia de Los Muertos-inspired event, which has been a beloved…
Tucson Meet Yourself
Food. Music. Dance. Folk Arts. Tucson-Style
4th Ave Street Fair
Fourth Avenue District, looking for somewhere funky, weird, artsy, delicious, loud…
Tucson Festival Of Books
Literacy-lovers of all ages celebrate reading, discovery and creativity at the…
Viva Tucson
September 15th marks a day of vast importance in Tucson – it’s the start…
Culinary
Agave Heritage Festival
Experience all things agave at seminars, exhibits, fiestas and culinary events in…
Pueblos del Maiz
The nonprofit Tucson City of Gastronomy (TCoG) now hosts the annual…
Sonoran Restaurant Week
When Sonoran Restaurant Week rolls around in September each year, the…
Music
Tucson Jazz Festival
World-class jazz acts of genres from straight-ahead to contemporary jazz are featured…
Tucson Folk Festival
Three days of Americana music and local food in April. Since 1986.
Tucson International Mariachi Conference
Lively concerts pay tribute to traditional Mexican rhythms in downtown Tucson!
Sports
Tucson Marathon
Run or cheer from the scenic sidelines at Tucson's Boston Marathon-qualifier in…
Arizona Bowl
The Arizona Bowl in Tucson was one of only three new bowl games sanctioned by…
Cologuard Classic PGA Tour Championship
Cologuard Classic, a PGA TOUR Champions Tour event, where legendary champions of…
The Tucson Rodeo and Parade
A tip of the Stetson to La Fiesta de los Vaqueros®, the Tucson Rodeo…
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