Upcoming Tucson area events
(recommended by Whats Up Tucson)

Summer Safari Nights
Date: Friday and Saturday nights starting May 23
Location: Reid Park Zoo
What’s up: Enjoy the zoo in the cooler evening hours. Zookeeper chats, animal encounters, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games, live music, and a different theme each week.
June 27-28: Royalty. Dress like a princess or prince
July 4-5: Stars and Stripes
More info: https://reidparkzoo.org/event/summer-safari-nights-2025-2/


Main Gate Concert Series
Date: Every other Friday from May through July
Location: Geronimo Plaza at Main Gate Square, University and Euclid
More info: Free concert performances outdoors
July 11: Beatle Brothers (Beatles tribute band)
More info: https://www.maingatesquare.com/event/2025-main-gate-concert-series/


Chillin at the Chul
Date: Fridays and Saturdays from May 23 through Aug 30 from 6-9pm
Location: Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N Paseo del Norte
What’s up: Live music, food and drinks, family friendly activities, free admission. Enjoy the shade of the trees that provide a ten degree drop in the outdoor temperature
More info: https://tohonochul.org/chillin-at-the-chul/


Night Ops
Date: June 14 through July 26 (various dates listed below) from 5pm-8:30pm
Location: Pima Air and Space Museum
What’s up: Experience both the Pima Air & Space Museum and Tucson Military Vehicle Museum with discounted admission. Purchase admission at either museum and receive a wristband that will get you into both
Schedule:
June 28 - Gone To The Dogs (bring your pet)
July 12 - Transportation: Planes, Tanks, and Automobiles
July 26: Photography and Art Night
More info: https://pimaair.org/night-ops/


Loft Cinema Kids Fest
Date: Saturday and Sunday mornings at 10am from Sat May 31 through Sun June 29
Location: Loft Cinema, 3233 E Speedway Blvd
What’s up: Free kid friendly movies shown
Schedule:
Sat June 28: Pee-wee’s Big Adventure
Sun June 29: Moana Sing-A-Long
More info: https://loftcinema.org/series/loft-kids-fest/


Tucson Saguaros Baseball
Date: Various dates through Sat June 26
Location: Kino Stadium, 2500 E Ajo Way
What’s up: Pecos league baseball games
Upcoming home games:
Thurs June 26 at 7pm vs Alpine Cowboys
Fri June 27 at 7pm vs Alpine Cowboys
Sat June 28 at 7pm vs Alpine Cowboys
Sat July 5 at 7pm vs Santa Fe Fuego
Sun July 6 at 7pm vs Santa Fe Fuego
Thurs July 10 at 7pm vs Pecos Bills
Fri July 11 at 7pm vs Pecos Bills
Sat July 12 at 7pm vs Pecos Bills
More info: https://saguarosbaseball.com


Old Tucson Saguaro Sunset Night Market
Date: Sat June 28, Sat July 12, Sat Aug 23 - from 6pm to 9:30pm
Location: Old Tucson, 201 S Kinney Rd
What’s up: Local vendors, food, live music, bars, restaurants. Free admission
More info: https://oldtucson.com


El Dia de San Juan Fiesta
Date: Tues June 24 from 6-9pm
Location: Friends of Tucson’s Birthplace: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
What’s up: A celebration of monsoon and the birthday of John The Baptist. Food trucks, drink, music blessing, and activities for all ages. Free admission.
More info: https://www.missiongarden.org/events/asisr49ipij84wbbqo9ydpzq1s82hp


Broadway In Tucson’s “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical”
Date: Tues June 24 through Sun June 29
Location: Centennial Hall
What’s up: A musical production of the story of Neil Diamond featuring performances of his classic hits
More info: https://broadwayintucson.com/event/a-beautiful-noise-the-neil-diamond-musical/


Cox Movies In The Park
Date: Fri June 27 starting at 6pm, movie at 7pm
Location: Demeester Outdoor Performance Center at Reid Park
What’s up: Movie showing of “Inside Out”, plus pre-show entertainment, games, and prizes. Free admission
More info: https://coxmoviesinthepark.com/


Summer Night Market
Date: Fri June 27 from 6-10pm, plus additional dates monthly including Fri July 25, Fri August 29, and Fri Sept 26
Location: Mercado San Agustin Annex
What’s up: Over 65 vendors, food trucks, and your favorite shops
More info: https://mercadodistrict.com/event/summer-night-market-vendor-application/


-INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS SHOWS:

Desert Diamond Casino - Fireworks
Date: Sat June 28 from 6-10pm, fireworks at 9pm
Location: Desert Diamond Casino, I-19 and Pima Mine Rd
What’s up: Food, arts and crafts, music. Fireworks show at dusk. Free admission.
More info: https://www.ddcaz.com/events/desert-diamond-firework-display-sahuarita?utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Event&utm_id=DDS&utm_term=FY25&fbclid=IwY2xjawLAIuZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFRYVFyTHQwNVBTNTVLUXRFAR4gdbBa-MkB50iEHQt1NFzpr5pWZjee9Z74YebFd0noV1TfTRfMObbPTAd5aQ_aem_mftEC1Yvkg9j9-p5w3ZOdw

Forty Niner Red, White and Boom
Date: Sat June 28 starting at 5pm, fireworks at 9pm
Location: Forty Niner Country Club, 12000 E Tanque Verde Rd
What’s up: Food and drink, face painting, water slides, pool access, live music, fireworks show. Tickets $48 for adults, $30 children, $135 for a four pack of tickets for four adults
More info: https://fortyninercc.com/eventtickets-3/

Casino Del Sol Anniversary Fireworks Celebration
Date: Thurs July 3 at 8:15pm
Location: AVA Amphitheatre next to Casino Del Sol
What’s up: Fireworks show with free admission
More info: https://www.casinodelsol.com/event/31st-anniversary-fireworks-celebration

’A’ Mountain fireworks show
Date: Fri July 4, fireworks show starts at about 9:15pm
Location: Sentinel Peak/’A’ Mountain
What’s up: Fireworks viewing area includes the Tucson Convention Center parking lot which will feature live music, food, and drinks
More info: https://thedrivetucson.com/a-mountain-fireworks/

Star Spangled Spectacular in Marana
Date: Fri July 4, shows starts at 9pm
Location: Crossroads and Silverbell District Park in Marana
What’s up: Splash pad, field games, inflatables, exhibitors, petting zoo, car show, free admission
More info: https://www.discovermarana.org/events/annual-events/star-spangled-spectacular/

July 4th celebration in Oro Valley
Date: Fri July 4 at James D. Kriegh Park, celebration starts at 5pm with fireworks at 9pm
Location: James D. Kriegh Park in Oro Valley
What’s up: Live music, food trucks, beer garden, jumping castles, kids crafts, lawn games, and more. Free admission
More info: https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Events/July-4th-Celebration

Sahuarita Stars and Stripes
Date: Fri July 4 starting at 5pm, with a custom drone show at 9pm
Location: Anamax Park in Sahuarita
What’s up: Food, music, and a grand finale custom drone show
More info: https://sahuaritaaz.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1274