What:St. Patrick's Day Celebration and Parade! Marchers, including floats, military units, local dignitaries, media and entertainment personalities and civic, cultural and social groups. A good time for the entire family., with live Irish music, dancers, entertainment, a children’s game area, and food and merchandise vendors. Irish organizations, ethnic and cultural tables will be set up in the park as well.for more info call 954-1396 parade route HERE When:10:00 a.m. Where: Armory ParkCost:FREE
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What:Super Sunday A Treasure Hunter's Paradise Come enjoy a beautiful day at our outdoor market! -Free face painting-Free balloon hats-Kids' carnival rides ($1)Stage Performances: - Wild guitar with Chris 11-11:30- Storm Studio: break dancing! 11:30-1- Caleb Spirit: Rock n' Roll 1-3 When: Sunday January 20th, 11-3pmWhere: Tanque Verde Swap Meet 4100 South Palo Verde Road Cost:FREE
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What: 21st annual Spring Artisans Market. More than 140 of the Southwest’s finest artisans will display unique pieces of jewelry, artwork, fashions, and more. Both the Market and Museum are FREE and open to the public all three days. When: Friday - Sunday 10am-5pm There will also be a beer garden sponsored by Dragoon Brewing Company, Borderlands Brewing Company, and Thunder Canyon Brewery on Saturday and SundayWhere: Cost:FREE admission to the Museum and Market!
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What:133rd Silver Spike Festival.THE
SOUTHERN ARIZONA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM WILL CELEBRATE THE 133rd
ANNIVERSARY OF THE RAILROAD'S ARRIVAL TO TUCSON. SEE THE 1880
ORIGINAL SPIKE, THE 4TH
CAVALRY BAND, PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR ROTHSCHILD AND A REENACTMENT OF
THIS HISTORICAL EVENT BY THE GREAT,GREAT GRANDSON OF ESTAVAN OCHOA. When:9-10:45am
Where:Tucson Historic Depot 4141 N Toole Ave. Cost:FREE
______________________________________ What:Civil War in the Southwest More than 200 re-enactors come from many states and will camp at the park with their authentic Civil War camping gear. Food and beverage concessions are also available, including the popular Kettle corn vendor. No Dogs are permitted in Event Area. Event supported by the Arizona State Parks Foundation Schedule HERE - When:Gate Hours are from 9:30 am - 3 pm and entry to park is permitted only during Gate Hours. Event hours are from 10 am - 4 pm.Where:Picacho Peak State Park off interstate 10- in between Tucson and PHXCost:Vehicle Entrance Fee: $10 up to 4 persons. Each additional person is $3. Individual Entrance Fee is $3 for walk-in or bike.
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What:Summit Hut Outdoor Expo Don't miss our annual Spring Sale & Outdoor Expo! This is the best chance of the year to gear up at 20 to 70% off! We'll once again be filling our parking lot with sale clothing, footwear, packs, tents and more! Plus, we'll be hosting product demonstrations from some of your favorite brands and giving away prizes.When:9am-5pmWhere:Summit Hut 5045 E Speedway Cost:FREE
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What: Butterfly Magic at the Gardens...walk through an amazing live exhibit where exotic butterflies fly by and even land on you! See the stages of metamorphisis in front of your eyes! My family has gone many times and LOVE it but be prepared for hot and humid conditions inside the butterfly room :) Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon WayWhen: October thru April 30th FROM 9:30am to 4pm daily Cost:Varies with admissionGo HERE for more information and prices or call 326-9686 ext 10
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What:The Secret Garden This enchanting classic of children's literature is reimagined in brilliant musical style by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of 'Night Mother. Orphaned in India, 11 year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his invalid son Colin. The estate's many wonders include a magic garden which beckons the children with haunting melodies and the "Dreamers", spirits from Mary's past who guide her through her new life, dramatizing The Secret Garden's compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal. When:2pm Where:Pima Community College 2202 West Anklam Rd. Cost: $10
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What:Celebrate St. Patty's Day with Puppets Amongus!A St. Patty's Day tradition! In this old world story, follow the shenanigans of mermaids and leprechauns. This magical seafaring quest is an adventure for the whole family; a celebration of Irish music and lore!
When:4pm Sunday too! Where: 657 W. Saint Marys Rd Cost: $6 for kids ages 3-12 (2 and under are free) and $8 for adults. Cash and check only please. Tickets are sold first come, first serve. Doors open at 3:30
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The Brave Little Tailor It was a normal day for the tailor: get up, eat breakfast, brush teeth,
and go to work. All was going well until he got to work. The town began
to shake and around the corner the tailor saw a GIANT! Come help the
Brave Little Tailor save his town from the Giant in this thrilling
original musical.Live Theatre Workshop 5317 E. Speedway Blvd.
________________________________________What:Pokemon Meet-up Bring your Nintendo DS and a copy of either Pokemon White, White 2, Black or Black 2 and challenge other Pokemon Trainers to matches, make trades or even just talk all things Pokemon! This event is schedule from 2PM-4PM but players are welcome to hang out and play Pokemon in our store 'til their heart's content! When:2-4pm Where: Bookmans Grant Cost:FREE
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What:Arizona Renaissance Festival When: Feb9-March 31 Saturday and Sunday Where:12601 E. Highway 60- Apache Junction AZ Special this weekend- Kids get in free coupon HERE too!
- 2,000 brightly costumed actors, dancers, and musicians who roam the medieval replica village.
- Over 200 elaborately adorned shops offering an array of traditional goods.
- A selection of over 150 shows every event day.
- Adult tickets are $22 / Kids 5-12 are $12 and kids 5 and under are FREE
- To purchase tickets at a $3 discount go HERE
What: Wild West Stunt Show at Trail Dust Town When:7pm, 8pm and 9pm showings Where:Trail Dust Town 6541 E. Tanque Verde Cost:Update- charge is a "wooden nickel" which will cost you $2 :)
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What: The Lone Stranger Wearing a mask to protect his identity, The Lone Stranger fights to bring justice to the lawless frontier. Astride his white stallion, Thunder, he strikes terror into the hearts of the gunslingers of the Old West. Join him and his friend Tonka, as they come to the aid of those in need as the Gaslight Theatre Gallops into the sunset with The Lone Stranger!When: Check showtimes HERE January 10 – March 31, 2012Where: Gaslight Theatre Broadway Blvd. Cost: Varies
LOTS TO DO!!!!!! :)
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