Thursday, March 1, 2018 / by Jenny Sulik
This Weekend In Tucson
FRIDAY
Banner UMC Farmers’ Market 10:00AM - 2:00PM FREE
LOCATION: UAMC College of Medicine 1501 N Campbell Ave.
Open to the public/Over 20 vendors
Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair 10:00AM - 6:00PM FREE
LOCATION: Fourth Avenue, Tucson Arizona
This nearly 50-year-old, family-friendly tradition brings over 500,000 people to the heart of the Old Pueblo every year. The Fair hosts artists from around the world, decadent food, local entertainment and a lot of fun!
Master Gardeners Presentation: Insects in our Gardens 1:30PM - 3:00PM FREE
LOCATION ***ORO VALLEY***: Oro Valley Public Library 1305 W. Naranja Dr
Become familiar with beneficial insects that prey on more destructive bugs, and learn how to use integrated pest management to control insect pests-all without resorting to insecticides.
MORE INFO: 594-5580
Monster Jam Triple Threat Series 7:00PM $20+
LOCATION: Tucson Convention Center Arena
The 2018 season will bring motorsport fans to the edge of their seats with adrenaline-charged, high-flying, four-wheel excitement that is fun for the entire family.
MORE INFO: 791-4101
40th Annual AzJazz Week 7:30PM $5+
LOCATION: UA Fred Fox School of Music-Crowder Hall 1017 N. Olive Rd.
“A Night with Nelson Riddle” featuring Katherine Byrnes, vocalist & Jeff Haskell, piano Arizona Symphony Orchestra & UA Studio Jazz Ensemble conducted by Thomas Cockrell, Nelson Riddle Endowed Chair in Music
MORE INFO: 621-1655
SATURDAY
Pet Pics for Patrick's 12:00PM - 3:00PM $15
LOCATION: Barrio Brewing Co. 800 E 16th St.
Hosted by Barrio Brewing Co. and The Humane Society of Southern Arizona/St. Patrick's-themed Pet Pictures! You bring your pup, and we'll have all the props/Digital photos are only $15 and will be emailed to you in time for St. Patrick's Day! What's even better? All the proceeds benefit the homeless pets in your community.
MORE INFO: 791-2739
Old Tucson's Mescal Movie Set Tours 9:00AM $10
LOCATION: 1538 N Mescal Rd-Benson (From Tucson take I-10 East, Exit at 297 for J-Six Ranch Rd. toward Mescal Rd. turn left onto J-Six Ranch Rd.)
3 Times: 9AM, 11AM & 1PM No Appointment Necessary, just arrive at Mescal 15 Minutes prior to tour time/Please note that there are no restrooms at Mescal-Bring Hat and Water
St. Phillips Plaza Farmer’s Market 9:00AM - 1:00PM FREE
LOCATION: St. Philip's Plaza 4280 N Campbell Ave
Food in Root
Oro Valley Kids Concert Series 10:00AM FREE
LOCATION: ***ORO VALLEY*** Oro Valley Town Council Chambers 11000 N La Canada
The Dixie Ducks-Hatched in the heart of New Orleans, the Dixie Ducks are the first of their species to leave the pond and form a musical group! Come scat and quack along with the frizzy-feathered combo and explore the quintessentially American art form of jazz/Valley
MORE INFO: 229-4700
Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair 10:00AM - 6:00PM FREE
LOCATION: Fourth Avenue, Tucson Arizona
This nearly 50-year-old, family-friendly tradition brings over 500,000 people to the heart of the Old Pueblo every year. The Fair hosts artists from around the world, decadent food, local entertainment and a lot of fun!
Monster Jam Triple Threat Series 7:00PM $20+
LOCATION: Tucson Convention Center Arena
The 2018 season will bring motorsport fans to the edge of their seats with adrenaline-charged, high-flying, four-wheel excitement that is fun for the entire family.
MORE INFO: 791-4101
Arizona Men's Basketball vs. California 4:30PM
Location: UofA McKale Center 1 National Championship Dr.
MORE INFO: 621-CATS
SUNDAY
LOCATION: St. Philips Plaza Voted Tucson's Best Farmers' Market 4280 N Campbell Ave
Tucson Petting Zoo! 9:00AM - 5:00PM $8
LOCATION: 2405 W. Wetmore Rd, Tucson, AZ
Includes food for all the animals and a full tour! Come down and meet capybaras, tortoise, goats, chickens, porcupines and lots more!
Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair 10:00AM - 6:00PM FREE
LOCATION: Fourth Avenue, Tucson Arizona
This nearly 50-year-old, family-friendly tradition brings over 500,000 people to the heart of the Old Pueblo every year. The Fair hosts artists from around the world, decadent food, local entertainment and a lot of fun!
Rillito Park Live Horse Racing 1:00PM (Gates Open 10AM) $5-$10
LOCATION: Rillito Regional Park 4502 N. 1st Ave, Tucson, Arizona
Post Time: 1PM/No outside food or beverages are allowed in-Please no pets.
MORE INFO 745-5486
Family Skate Night 6:00PM - 9:00PM $6-12, $3 skate rental
LOCATION: Skate Country 7980 E. 22nd St
MORE INFO: 298-4409
