This list of things to do around Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley, Sahuarita and more includes virtual events by local businesses and organizations, drive-in movies, open-air events and markets.
Remember to followÌýÌýabout protecting yourself and others from the spread of coronavirus.ÌýÌýfor everyone over age 5 in public if 6 feet of physical distancing cannot be maintained.
Things change quickly these days, so check for the latest information. Links are included with every activity listed.
Virtual EventsÌý💻📲
March Naturalist Fireside Chat
Calling all nature lovers! This monthly series of online presentations begins with a look at observations, news and notes on the natural world. Then the floor is open to all who want to ask questions, share observations and connect with other nature lovers.
When: Saturday, March 13, 7-8 p.m.
Cost: Free, donations appreciated
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Yelp's Empower Hour: Virtual Event Series
Yelp Tucson is celebrating Women's History Month with a series of virtual events connecting you to female founders who have empowering stories and services to share. Listen to stories of inspiring business owners and women-owned businesses in Tucson all month long.
When: Now thru March 31
Cost: Free, registration required
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Now enrolling infants through Pre-K at JCC for 2021-2022! (Sponsored)
The J’s early childhoodÌý, nurturing community in a developmentally-appropriate environment where children learn to socialize, develop positive feelings about themselves and enjoy new, creative and challenging experiences.ÌýÌýencourage children to be happy and healthy by modeling respect, caring, compassion and cooperation.Ìý
Ìýand applications for the upcoming school year areÌý. The new school year begins in August.
The Fineline Revisited on Twitch
Until the Surly Wench reopens enjoy the virtual edition of The Fineline Revisited to dance out those quarantine blues.
When:ÌýSaturday, March 13, 10 p.m. to midnight
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð, watch on Twitch
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Mandala Jewelry BoxesÌýwith Tipsy Picassos
Join Tipsy Picassos for a virtual step-by-step guided workshop to decorate themed mandala jewelry boxes on Facebook Live.
When:ÌýPick-up your kit from 11 a.m to noon Friday, March 12 at St. Philips Plaza,Ìý, or from 6-7 p.m. at HighWire Lounge, Decorating class happens on Facebook Live at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 14.
Cost: $35, includes a supply kit and instruction
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Camp Log On with the Girl Scouts of Southern ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥ (Sponsored)
Ìýkeeps girls connected to the camping spirit, by facilitating connections, and being a safe and fun space for girls to share a collective camping experience online.
Each week girls receive aÌýÌýmailed directly to their door.ÌýÌýstaff guide girls through Zoom activities, morning check-ins, daily how-to videos and more.ÌýÌý
Registration opens March 15.Ìý
Kids Create At-Home with Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
Kids Create At-Home is a new twist on the museum's monthly art program for school-aged kids. You get a supply kit of materials to complete an enchanted project and a live online demonstration on Zoom too!
Where: Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures,
When: Saturday, March 13, 1-2 p.m. Pick up your supply kits in advance.
Cost: $7 per kit, $5 for museum members
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Drive-thru and drive-up eventsÌý🚗
Waiting for Doggo A Drive-In Radio Show
Meet house cats Latka and Gogo — they compete for everything, including the attention of their owners. When they overhear that there may be an addition of a new dog to their growing family, they conspire to secure their status in the Beck household. Cars will be parked at least 6 feet apart. The stage is raised for easy viewing from all locations. Tune into the show audio on your car's radio, or sit outside your car masked and listen through our sound system.
Where: Live Theatre Workshop,
When: Friday, March 12 and Saturday, March 13, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday March 14, 10:30 a.m.
Cost: $30
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Carpool Movie: "The Croods: A New Age"
Grab some blankets and pop the trunk. Cactus Drive-In Theatre and Medella Vina Ranch will be showing "The Croods: A New Age" on the big screen.
Where: Cactus Drive-In Theatre,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, March 13, 7 p.m.
Cost: $20 online, $25 at the gate, $5 headphone rental at the gate
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Drake Bell Drive-in Concert at Park MallÌý
Drive-in and see Nickelodeon celebrity Drake Bell and the band perform at Park Place Mall this month. Bell is performing with new artists such as Josh Dun, Mike Taylor, Lil Mama and Tank God. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from Hollywood Hot dogs, Wild West Kettle Corn, Maui Wowi Tucson and Sexy Grilled Cheese.Ìý
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýPark Place Mall,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, March 13, 5-8 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$55-60 per vehicle, VIP tickets available too
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Free Outdoor Concert at Little Anthony's Diner
Join Little Anthony's Diner for Friday night concerts at their outdoor classic car hop featuring the Raw Band.
Where: Little Anthony's Diner,
When: Friday, March 12, 5-7 p.m.
Cost: Free, make reservation for the car hop
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Open-air EventsÌý😷
Outdoor Fairy Garden Arrangement Workshop
Learn how to create your own creative fairy garden creation with an outdoor workshop at Green Things. Social distancing and face masks are required during this event.
Where:ÌýGreen Things,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, March 13, 10 a.m.
Cost:Ìý$5, plus costs of decorating materials. Advance registration required, call 520-299-9471 to reserve a spot.Ìý
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The Sahuarita Creative Arts Market
This fun-filled event will feature over 45 artists to shop from and some tasty food trucks.Ìý
Where:ÌýSahuarita Town Hall Municipal Complex,Ìý
When:Ìý Saturday, March 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, March 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.ÌýÌý
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Cars and Coffee
Rev up your engines! Take a drive over to Lowe's Home Improvement for a free casual car meet. This month, Obsessions Car Club will feature exotics and super cars. Free coffee will be provided or bring your own.
Where:ÌýLowe's Home Improvement,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, March 13, 7-10 a.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð
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Corey Spector at JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa
Listen to live patio music performance from Corey Spector and enjoy resort style food and drinks with friends. The wide open elevated patio offers toasty fire pits, great Tucson city views and a great music selection.Ìý
Where: JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa,
When: Friday, March 12, 6-9 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend, but space is limitedÌý
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Spring Ikebana Festival: The Way of the Flowers
Ikebana is the meditative art of Japanese floral arrangements. During this annual event, traditional to contemporary artworks will be presented by local artists and will show creative variations, techniques and styles of the different Ikebana schools.
Where:ÌýYume Japanese Gardens of Tucson,Ìý
When:ÌýThursday, March 11 through Sunday, March 21,Ìý 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$10-$15 adults, $5 ages 15 and under
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MotoSonora Anniversary Party Ride Along
MotoSonora will be celebrating their anniversary with a motorcycle ride up Mount Lemmon. Cruise over to the brewery for the meet up at 8 a.m., return at 11 a.m. for brunch and an anniversary beer release. Don't miss the live music at 3 p.m.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýMotoSonora Brewing Company,Ìý
When: Saturday, March 13, 8 a.m.
Cost: Free to attend, but bring money for brews and bites after the ride along
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Second Sunday Vintage Market
Browse through 60 vendors for vintage, antique and collectible items at this northwest-side market.
Where:Ìý
When:ÌýSunday, March. 14, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend, but bring money to shop
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Goat Yoga at Udall Park
Relax and stretch with quirky goat yoga in the park. Advance registration and face masks are required.
Where:ÌýMorris K. Udall Regional Park,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, March 13, 10 a.m.
Cost:Ìý$25, bring your own mat
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Mercado Flea
Spend the day strolling through the open-air market looking for treasure, sipping on specialty cocktails and listening to music at the MSA Annex.
Where:ÌýMSA Annex,Ìý
When:ÌýSunday, March 14, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Santa Pachita Live at Monterey Court
Listen to live music fromÌýSanta Pachita at the Monterey Court Studio Galleries and Cafe. This will be a socially-distanced event and masks are required. Reservations are available.
Where:ÌýMonterey Court Studio Galleries and Cafe,Ìý
When:ÌýFriday, March 12, 7-10 p.m.
Cost: $5
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"We Are Women Owned" Pop Up Shop
This fun-filled market features local Tucson vendors, handmade and unique items, food, music and more. This will be an outdoor event, located inside HighWire courtyard. Face masks are required, sanitizing and social distancing is required at this event.Ìý
Where:ÌýHighWire Lounge,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday-Sunday, March 13-14, 11-4 p.m.
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Little House of FunkÌýat the Vineyard
Listen to live music from Little House of Funk and sip on some wine at AZ Hops and Vines vineyard. Social distancing is required at this event.
Where:ÌýAZ Hops and Vines,Ìý, Sonoita
When:ÌýSaturday, March 13, 1-4 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend, but bring money for drinks and tasty bites
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Foothills Sunday Market
Visit the Foothills Mall for fresh produce, premium hot dogs, sausages, lobster rolls, baked goods and a variety of quality Tucson artists.
Where:ÌýFoothills Mall,Ìý
When:ÌýSundays, March, 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Brunch and DJs at the Plaza
Drive over to the Plaza and watch live DJs at St. Philip's Plaza every Saturday. Big Brother Beats and DJ Jason will be bumping beats and playing their latest music mixes.
Where:ÌýSt. Philips Plaza,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, March 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend, food and drinks are available for purchase at Reforma Modern Mexican. Mezcal + Tequila, Proof Artisanal Pizza and Pasta and Union Public House
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Food Truck Rally and Vendor Sale
Stop by Diamondback's Eastside Farmers Market for tasty food trucks and shopping with local vendors selling handmade crafts, jewelry, arts, clothing, vintage items and antiques.
Where:
When: Sunday, March 14, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Enjoy shopping in the open, cool shade and near peaceful flowing fountains. Shop for uniquely handmade, handcrafted, home-grown and home-baked products.
Where:ÌýSt. Philip's Plaza,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend
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After Hours Jazz on the PatioÌý
Hear live jazz on the patio at Bacio Italiano from the After Hours Duo.Ìý
Where:ÌýBacio Italiano,Ìý, Suite 125
When:ÌýFriday, March 12, 5-8 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð
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Tanque Verde Center Art and Crafts Festival
Shop and visit with local artisans and vendors.
Where:Ìý
When:ÌýFriday, March 12 and Saturday, March 13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, March 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Ìý
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend
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Live Music and Mixology Night
Enjoy live music from Troy Gray, as mixologist Rusell Garner creates three custom cocktails. This event requires face masks and social distancing.
Where:ÌýThe Tuxon,Ìý
When:ÌýThursday, March 11, 6-9 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend
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Tumamoc Hill
Hike Tumamoc Hill for scenic views and nature pictures. Tumamoc has implemented safety measures to promote social distancing and prevent the spread of coronavirus.Ìý.
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