Thursday, April 5, 2018 / by Jenny Sulik
This Weekend in Tucson 4/6-4/8
FRIDAY
Banner UMC Farmers’ Market
WHEN: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
WHERE: UAMC College of Medicine 1501 N Campbell Ave
DETAILS: Open to the public/Over 20 vendors
MORE INFO: 261-6982 http://www.foodinroot.com/farmersmarkets/umc-farmers-market
SAHBA Home and Patio Show
WHEN: 10:00AM - 6:00PM
WHERE: Tucson Convention Center 260 S Church Ave.
DETAILS: Free Parking, $8 Admission with $4 discounts available/Kids 12 & under free with paying adult/Attend Tucson’s largest home and patio show produced by the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association (SAHBA) More than 300 exhibitors gather to showcase the latest in home improvement trends, remodeling, and landscaping
MORE INFO: 791-4101
Wildflowers of Sabino Canyon Slideshow and Talk
WHEN: 1:00PM - 1:45PM
WHERE: Sabino Canyon Visitors Center 5900 N. Sabino Canyon Rd
DETAILS: Free
MORE INFO: 749-2861
UofA Baseball vs. Oregon State (Fireworks Friday)
WHEN: 7:00PM
WHERE: Hi Corbett Field 700 S. Randolph Way
DETAILS: $5-$8/Enjoy a free fireworks show following the game
MORE INFO: 621-CATS
Tucson Roadrunners Hockey vs. Grand Rapids Griffins
WHEN: 7:00PM
WHERE: Tucson Convention Center-Arena 260 S Church Ave.
MORE INFO: 791-4101
Footloose Dance Party with 80’s and Gentlemen
WHEN: 7:00PM
WHERE: The Gaslight Music Hall 13005 N Oracle Rd. at Rancho Vistoso Blvd-ORO VALLEY
DETAILS: $12.50/We're proud to present a retro 80’s themed dance party with 80’s and Gentlemen! Don’t miss your chance to see Tucson’s best musical era tribute to the eighties-Winners of the Tucson area music awards, the 2016 AZ daily star readers choice awards, and runner up “Best Musical act of 2016” Best of Tucson! 80’s and Gentlemen are sure to have you up and dancing to all your favorite new wave, rock and pop hits from the 1980’s! *80s attire is encouraged* Ages 16+
MORE INFO: 529-1000 www.gaslightmusichall.com
The Book of Mormon
WHEN: 8:00PM
WHERE: Centennial Hall 1020 E. University Blvd.
DETAILS: $35 & up/Presented by Broadway in Tucson/This outrageous musical comedy follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word
MORE INFO: 621-3341
SATURDAY
Rose Tree Parade & Festival
WHEN: 7:00AM - 4:30PM
WHERE: Tombstone, AZ
DETAILS: Celebrating the 133rd blooming of the World's Largest Rose Tree! Pancake Breakfast 7AM-10AM Tombstone Community Church/Square Dancers 10AM at City Park/Rose Tree Parade 11AM on Allen Street/Auction & Raffle at Noon/Street Performers 1PM-4:30PM/Tombstone, AZ
MORE INFO: 457-3929 http://www.facebook.com/TombstoneRoseFestival
Yard Sale!
WHEN: 8:00AM - 12:00PM
WHERE: International Wildlife Museum 4800 W Gates Pass Rd.
DETAILS: International Wildlife Museum is hosting a yard sale with all proceeds benefiting museum education programs, such as youth camps, workshops, outreaches and field trips/We have office furniture, clothes, household items, books and more!
MORE INFO: 629-0100 www.TheWildlifeMuseum.org
16th Annual NAMI Walk & Resource Fair
WHEN: 9:00AM
WHERE: John F. Kennedy Park-Fiesta Area 3359 S La Cholla Blvd.
DETAILS: 5K, 3K & 1K, fundraiser for National Alliance for Mental Illness/Not walking? Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the entertainment 8AM to 12PM.
MORE INFO: www.namisa.org
Sculpture Festival Show & Sale
WHEN: 9:30AM - 6:00PM
WHERE: Brandi Fenton Memorial Park 3482 East River Rd.
DETAILS: Free admission/This event offers sculpture artists an opportunity to showcase and sell their artwork to the public in one of Tucson’s beautiful outdoor Southern Arizona settings/40 Sculptors, Music, Food Trucks, Artist Demonstrations/Brandi Fenton Memorial Park 3482 East River Rd.
Oro Valley Kids Concert Series
WHEN: 10:00AM
WHERE: ORO VALLEY Town Council Chambers 11000 N La Canada
DETAILS: Free/What’s Old is New Again! Enjoy old fables, nursery rhymes and tales told by our musicians in a fun and interactive way! Research has shown that nursery rhymes help children to develop speech, while fables teach us valuable lessons-Sing, dance and move to illustrate the best of these favorite songs & tales!
MORE INFO: 229-4700
Every Saturday Mercado!
WHEN: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
WHERE: Plaza Palomino Courtyard 2900-2990 N. Swan Rd. at Ft. Lowell
DETAILS: Fresh produce, delicious baked goods, popcorn, candles, art, crafts, jewelry, oils, roasted chilis, much more! And as always, shop Plaza Palomino retail stores, too~then dine at one of Plaza Palomino’s restaurants!
MORE INFO: 907-7325
26th Annual Oracle Artist Studio Tour
WHEN: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
WHERE: visit http://www.oraclestudiotour.com/for directions and details
DETAILS: Free/Drive the high-desert by-ways of Oracle and visit more than 44 Oracle artists and artisans showing and selling at 18 locations-artists’ studios, shared venues, historic ranches and barns. Stop first at the Welcome/Visitor Center on American Avenue for a preview and map or
SAHBA Home and Patio Show
WHEN: 10:00AM - 6:00PM
WHERE: Tucson Convention Center 260 S Church Ave.
DETAILS: $8 Admission with $4 discounts available/Kids 12 & under free with paying adult/Attend Tucson’s largest home and patio show produced by the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association (SAHBA) More than 300 exhibitors gather to showcase the latest in home improvement trends, remodeling, and landscaping.
MORE INFO: 791-4101
Children's Adventure Hour
WHEN: 10:30AM - 12:00PM
WHERE: The Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum (Presidio Museum) 196 N. Court Ave.
DETAILS: $5 adult/$1 Ages 6-8/For children ages 4 - 8/Join Mrs. Pat for fun and games incorporating lessons about Tucson's history and culture.
MORE INFO: 837-8119
SUNDAY
Guided Bird Walk
WHEN: 7:00AM
WHERE: Meet at Picnic Area Ramada/Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Rd.
DETAILS: Mike will help participants spot and identify various birds that live within and visit our beautiful park/Beginning birders and seasoned veterans of the sport are all welcome! Please bring binoculars and a bird guide (guide not mandatory) Walk lasts several hours- (Park Entrance Fee $7 per Vehicle)
MORE INFO: 628-5798
Rose Tree Parade & Festival
WHEN: 7:00AM - 4:30PM
WHERE: Tombstone
DETAILS: Celebrating the 13rd blooming of the World's Largest Rose Tree! All Day-Non profits at city park/Pet Parade on Allen Street 11AM/Tombstone Vigilante's Gunfight, Street Entertainment, Hanging Tree on Allen Street 12:30PM/Tombstone Vigilette's 1880s Fashion Show 1:30PM/Free High Tea under the Church Rose Tree 1PM at Sacred Heart 6th & Stafford St MORE INFO: www.facebook.com/TombstoneRoseFestival
Inaugural Poker Run with Ride-In Bike Show
WHEN: 8:00AM - 1:30PM
WHERE: Community Food Bank of Green Valley 250 E Continental Rd-Green Valley
DETAILS: Presented by American Legion Madera Post 131/Benefits Community Food Banks of Amado and Green Valley/Poker Run registration begins 8AM at the Community Food Bank of Green Valley/Poker Run $20/Couple $25/ Poker Run + Bike Show $30/Extra Hand $5/Events includes a fun Bike Show which begins at 11AM at the American Legion Madera Post 131 249 W Esperanza Blvd-Green Valley musical entertainments, food and refreshments, awards, door and raffle prizes/The uniquely scenic route includes Whipple Observatory, Cow Palace Restaurant, and a photo opportunity with your bike staged against large Caterpillar machines
MORE INFO: 775-2668
Mercado Flea Market
WHEN: 8:00AM - 2:00PM
WHERE: Mercado San Agustin 100 S Avenida del Convento
DETAILS: A mix of eclectic antiques, collectibles and vintage finds, come join the fun every second Sunday of the month through May
MORE INFO: 461-1107
St. Philip's Classic Farmers' Market
WHEN: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
WHERE: 4280 N Campbell Ave
DETAILS: St. Philips Plaza Voted Tucson's Best Farmers' Market
MORE INFO: 261-6982 www.foodinroot.com/farmersmarkets/stphilipsplaza
SAHBA Home and Patio Show
WHEN: 10:00AM - 6:00PM
WHERE: Tucson Convention Center 260 S Church Ave.
DETAILS: $8 Admission with $4 discounts available/Kids 12 & under free with paying adult/Attend Tucson’s largest home and patio show produced by the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association (SAHBA) More than 300 exhibitors gather to showcase the latest in home improvement trends, remodeling, and landscaping.
MORE INFO: 791-4101
15th Annual Run for the Kids
WHEN: 10:00AM
WHERE: Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind 1200 W. Speedway
DETAILS: Presented by Old Pueblo Riders/Benefits Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind~Registration/Check-in beings at 10AM, but come early (after 8AM) to meet the kids and teachers! Breakfast cooked by The Lions Club/Last bike out at noon from the Arizona School for Deaf and Blind/Finish at Shooters Steakhouse and Saloon for food, drink, live music and vendors/Pins for the first 100 riders-High Hand $250/Low Hand $75, 50/50 Drawing, Raffle & Door Prizes/Ride is approx. 100 miles with all kid-friendly stops/Admission $20 per Rider/$15 donation passenger~Day of Event $25/$20
MORE INFO: 609-2439
Second SundAZe
WHEN:10:00AM - 5:00PM
WHERE: Tucson Museum of Art 140 N Main Ave.
DETAILS: Free admission for Arizona and Sonora, Mexico residents. Fun for all ages/Families can enjoy a free program with gallery activities, special performances, and hands-on art-making projects
MORE INFO: 624-2333
Mary Poppins/Fox 88th Birthday Celebration!
WHEN: 4:00PM
WHERE: Fox Tucson Theatre 17 West Congress St.
DETAILS: $8-$5/In Celebration of our 88th Birthday of The Crown Jewel of Downtown, we thought we’d see what the wind blew in and happily, it was Mary Poppins!
MORE INFO: 547-3040