Tucson Area Events and Activities
January
Jan. 16-18 19th Annual Coldwell Banker Shootout - Fort Lowell Park, three-day soccer extravaganza open to under-9 to under-16 teams, boys and girls teams affiliated with U. S. Youth Soccer or Arizona Youth Soccer, starts with the Parade of Teams and Soccer Olympics, 350-370 teams with 1,500 games scheduled, 520-529-1493 or www.fortlowellshootout.com
Jan. 23 "DeGrazia: 100 Years, 100 Works" - DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, a yearlong centennial celebration to commemorate renowned Arizona artist Ted DeGrazia opens with a reception and the first chance for most to see some of the original artwork that brought him international acclaim, includes 100 significant examples of the artist's work, 6-9 pm, free, 520-299-9191 or www.degrazia.org
Jan. 31-Feb. 15: 56th Annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase of Tucson - For two weeks in 2010, Tucson, Arizona hosts dozens of gem shows, dealer displays and special events throughout Downtown Tucson and nearby hotels during the annual Tucson Gem Showcase. The yearly gem shows exhibits attract the world's best minerals, jewelry, lapidary and publication dealers from across the USA and beyond to Downtown Tucson.
February
February 7-March 29: 21st Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival - The annual Arizona Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 12-stage theater, a 30-acre circus, tournament and feast. The festival is located just south of Phoenix and north of Tucson, AZ, near Apache Junction.
February 15-21: Accenture Match Play Championship - The Ritz Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain is the home of the Accenture Match Play Championship. The world's top 64 golfers compete in this February tournament. This five-day tournament takes place in Marana, just north of Tucson and features an $8 million purse.
February 20: Oro Valley Classic Car Show, BBQ & Blues Family Festival. Oro Valley Marketplace (Oracle Rd & Tangerine) Admission $5, 12 and under FREE. The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance Announces 2009-2010 Schedule of Events, Festivals & Concerts
February 21-March 1: 84thAnnual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros Rodeo - The Tucson Rodeo and Parade, top contestants in the sport of rodeo, this PRCA rodeo is America's largest, outdoor, midwinter rodeo; standard events as well as special acts, clowns and a parade on Thursday. 741-2233 or 800-964-5662
February 25-April 4: 2009 Spring Training baseball. The Arizona Diamondbacks play the division rival Colorado Rockies for a 1:05 p.m. contest at Hi Corbett Field in Tucson on Feb. 25, 2009, followed by the team's home opener at Tucson Electric Park two days later against the Chicago White Sox at 1:05 p.m. on Feb. 27. The games are part of a 36-game Cactus League schedule.
March
March 14-15: Annual Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Festival - Pima Community College Northwest campus, more than 150 visual artists from across the Southwest, student and emerging artists and crafters, also children's stage & art tent, free, 10 am - 5 pm, 520-797-3959
March 20-22: 39th Annual Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair - between 9th St. and University Blvd. on Fourth Ave., 400 arts & crafters, food vendors, street musicians and performers, 3 stages with live entertainment, children's activities, free, 10 am - 6 pm, 520-624-5004
April
April 15-25: Pima County Fair - is located at 11300 S. Houghton Rd. in Tucson, AZ. The event takes place over an 11-day period, Noon - Midnight. Approximately 240,000 people attended the Pima County Fair, April 2009. The Pima County Fair has been one of Tucson's largest annual and multi-day events for nearly 100 years.
May
May 3: 24th Annual Tucson Folk Festival - El Presidio Park, nationally known headline acts each evening, as well as local and regional musicians, and workshops, a gospel sing-along, a children's' show, and food and crafts booths, free, Sat noon - 10 pm, Sun 11 am - pm, 520-792-6481 or www.tkma.org
September
September 20: Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley - Oktoberfest on Mt. Lemmon - German bands & dancers, German food & beer, free, $3 parking, Sat-Sun, 520-576-1400 or www.visitTucson.org
September 20: SAQHA/SAILA Fall Circuit Horse Show - Pima County Fairgrounds, Quarter Horse show, free, 8 am - 6 pm, 520-792-1060
September 20: Kitt Peak Time Trial - AZ-386, 11.6 miles cycling, $15 registration, 7:30 am, 520-398-7368 or www.saguarovelo.org
September 20: Jazz Under the Stars - St. Philip's Plaza, this Tucson evening features The Original Wildcat Jazz Band, celebrating the early years of America's only original art form, presented by the Tucson Jazz Society, $15-20, 6:30 pm, 520-903-1265
October
October 23, 24 & 25: The Desert Bluegrass Association presents the Tucson Bluegrass Music Festival on October 23, 24 & 25, 2009 at Desert Diamond Casino. The tenth annual festival will feature all-day (10am - 5:30pm) performances on Saturday and Sunday by The Gibson Brothers, Valerie Smith & Liberty Pike, Goldwing Express, The Brombies, Headline Bluegrass Band and the Blues "N" Grass Neighborhood Band - all staged in a beautiful outdoor plaza. Friday evening (7pm - 9 pm) features the Desert Bluegrass Association band contest. Up to 10 bands will compete for $750 in prize money and the opportunity to perform on the festival stage on Sunday. The evenings are for jamming so bring your instrument and join us. Workshops will help pickers hone their skills, vendors will offer crafts and music for sale and Desert Diamond offers dining options ranging from fine dining to casual snacks. A section of parking area near the plaza will be reserved for camping and jamming. Daily admission is $20. Weekend passes are $30. Children under 16 are free with a paying adult. Camping is included in the price of admission. The Desert Diamond Casino is located at Interstate 19 & Pima Mine Road just south of Tucson, AZ.
November
November 7-8: ArtsFest 2009 at La Encantada. Performing and Fine Art Festival FREE ADMISSION. La Encantada Shopping Center (Skyline & Campbell). The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance Announces 2009-2010 Schedule of Events, Festivals & Concerts
November 7: NamJam Bike Show and Poker Run with Los Vatos South Siders Tucson. Registration starts at 9:30 am. Last bike out is at 10:30 am. $15 per person ($20 after Oct. 20), $5 per extra hand. $5 entry fee for the Bike Show. Top Three Best in Show. WInners announced at NamJam. High hand $200, Low hand $100. Proceeds to benefit programs sponsored by the VVA Chapter 106 and Los Vatos South Siders Tucson.
November 28-29: Oro Valley Festival of the Arts. A Holiday arts & crafts spectacular! FREE ADMISSION. Oro Valley Marketplace (Oracle Rd & Tangerine Rd). The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance Announces 2009-2010 Schedule of Events, Festivals & Concerts
