Winter Events (Dec-Feb)
Winterhaven Festival of Lights
December
A beloved Tucson tradition where the Winterhaven neighborhood is transformed into a glowing wonderland of holiday lights.
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Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair
December 13-15, 2024
Similar to the Spring Street Fair, this event features holiday-themed shopping and entertainment.
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Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase
Late January to early February
One of the largest gem and mineral shows in the world, attracting collectors, designers, and enthusiasts.
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Dillinger Days
January
A celebration of the infamous gangster John Dillinger's capture in Tucson, featuring 1930s-themed entertainment and history tours.
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Spring Events (Mar-May)
Tucson Festival of Books
March
The Tucson Festival of Books is a free, annual book fair held at the University of Arizona in midtown Tucson in March with author panels, signings, and activities for all ages.
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Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair
March
A three-day festival showcasing local artisans, live music, and food vendors along Historic Fourth Avenue.
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Agave Heritage Festival
April
A celebration of the agave plant’s role in the culture and history of the Southwest, featuring tastings, dinners, and educational talks.
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Summer Events (Jun-Aug)
Mount Lemmon Summerhaven Events
Escape the heat with craft fairs, live music, and small-town charm in the cool mountain air of Summerhaven. Nestled at an elevation of 8,200 feet, just 1,000 feet below the summit of Mt. Lemmon, it’s located about 29 miles north of Tucson.
The mountain is a haven for outdoor recreation, with activities like hiking, camping, fishing, birding, skiing, sledding, and rock climbing. For stargazing enthusiasts, the University of Arizona’s Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter provides one-of-a-kind astronomy camps for kids and adults alike.
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Cool Summer Nights at the Desert Museum
June – August
Evening events at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum with wildlife demonstrations, live music, and star-gazing.
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Monsoon Arts Festival
July
The Monsoon Arts Festival in Tucson, Arizona is a celebration of monsoon season through art, poetry, and workshops reflecting the beauty and renewal of the desert, taking place at the Tucson Museum of Art.
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Fall Events (Sep-Nov)
Tucson Meet Yourself
October
A three-day festival celebrating the cultural diversity of Tucson with food, music, and dance from around the globe.
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All Souls Procession
November
One of the largest Día de los Muertos celebrations in the U.S., featuring a beautiful and emotional procession to honor loved ones.
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DIY Tucson Mural Tour
Tucson Greeting Card Mural
This mural was created by traveling artists’ Victor Ving Lisa Beggs as part of a cross-country mural project called the "Greetings Tour."
Location: 406 N. Sixth Ave.
El Tour de Tucson Mural
Joe Pagac, with the help of Katherine Joyce Lester, Arielle Pagac-Alelunas and Brady Fellows, created this El Tour de Tucson mural, sponsored by Tucson Medical Center. "It’s so wonderful to have people and companies that value putting art into the community," Pagac said on Instagram.
Location: West side of the Transamerica parking structure, 177 N. Church Ave.
Danny Martin Mural
Location: Near the University of Arizona
Earth Bound Mural
A tribute to the video game "EarthBound." Artist Ignacio Garcia's video game-inspired mural is out of this world.
Location: 5055 E. Speedway
Flowers and Cactus Mural
A mural in typical Tucson style, by muralist and tattoo artist Jonny Bubonik.
Location: Tucson Dental Studio, 1331 N. Swan Road
"La Mujer Empoderada" Mural
This tall mural by Ignacio Garcia is called "La Mujer Empoderada" or "The Empowered Woman." Garcia says the piece represents “strength, leadership, and the beauty of boldness.”
Location: 1 N. Fifth Ave.