There are lots of things to do around ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Marana and Oro Valley and the best part is that you don't need a lot of cash to do them. Every month we curate a list of all the free events happening this month.
Game of Thrones at Sky BarÌý
The Sky Bar is breaking in their newÌý4K HD projectors with theÌýfinal season of Game of Thrones. Drink specials will be available for purchase and don't forget your free popcorn too.Ìý
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýÌýSky Bar ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,Ìý.
When:ÌýSundays, May 5 and 12, 4:30-9 p.m. and May 19, 3-9:30 p.m.Ìý
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Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð, guests under 21 must have legal guardian present.
More informationÌý.Ìý
Music Under the Stars
is hosting an outdoor concert with Ìýand Irish dancers. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket, your family, friends, and listen to beautiful music under the stars.
Where:ÌýDemeester Outdoor Performance Center,
When:ÌýSunday, May 12, 7-9:30 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð
More information .Ìý
Oh for the Love of Music
Oro Valley's Gaslight Music Hall is featuring a jam session with local musicians. This event is great for striving musicians to test out their skills without the stage fright. You can do anything from jamming with friends, getting some tips and tricks or just sitting back and enjoying your community symphony.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýThe Gaslight Music Hall,Ìý
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýWednesday, May 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free, bring your instrument.
More information .Ìý
OnesAll Band in Oro Valley
Listen to a funky family of musicians and rock the night away with family and friends.ÌýThe band plays original material, and also pays tribute to great bands/artists like Toto, Heart, John Mayer, Stevie Wonder, James Brown, Chaka Kahn, Michael Jackson and more.Ìý
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýOro Valley Marketplace,Ìý
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýThursday, May 9, 6-7:30 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð, but remember to bring your chairs.Ìý
More information .Ìý
Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Swim FestÌý
Swim Fest begins May 16 and continue through Aug. 1. This community event is focused on teaching children 3-12 and guardians with their children 6 months to 2 years old the basics of water safety. Every child that attends Swim Fest will receive vouchers for eight free YMCA swim classes.Ìý
Where/°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýThursdays, May 16 to Aug. 1. You can find the schedule .Ìý
Cost: Free and no membership required. Plus, eight free additional classes after child and parent complete a scheduled Swim Fest class. Register .Ìý
More information .Ìý
Jazz concert at Main Gate Square
Listen to three vocalists combine their talents to bring you the sweet sound of harmonized jazz.ÌýTriple Threat features the iconic voices of Kathryn Burns, Crystal Stark and Julie Ann.Ìý
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýMain Gate Square,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýFriday, May 10, 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free, validated parking in Tyndall Garage after 5 p.m.
More information .Ìý
Art after Dark
andÌý are teaming up to help kids explore creative writing.ÌýKids will have the opportunity to write their own poetry using typewriters, listen to stories and join a poetry slam.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýChildren's Museum, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, May 11, 5:30-8 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
The Muppets
Kids will love this hilarious film starring our old-school faves KermitÌýand the gang.ÌýPre-show activities will be hosted by Mildred & Dildred Toy Store starting at 9:15 a.m.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýThe Loft Cinema,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, May 11, 10-11:45 a.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Premium Outlets Concert
Freddy Parish will be performing original songs and tunes in a neo-traditional folk and country style.Ìý
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Premium Outlets,
When:ÌýSaturday, May 11, 5-8 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
Relax with your family in the open air and watch some zoo animals get into trouble. The screening will be on Hippie Hill at Himmel Park. The You Sly Dog food truck will be on site in case you get hungry.Ìý
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýHimmel Park,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýFriday, May 17, 7-8:45 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
Chicken Run at Flowers and Bullets
Watch a quirky film about chickens trying to escape the farm for freedom.ÌýPlease bring your own seating.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýFlowers and Bullets,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, May 18, 7-8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free. In the event of poor weather, this outdoor screening will be moved to an indoor venue nearby (ramada).Ìý
More information .Ìý
Family Fiesta Summer Reading Kick-Off
Help kids get tuned into reading during summer break with this fun event. Get a free book, meet Curious George and Clifford,Ìýstories with Make Way for Books, visit the Bookmobile, free seeds from the Seed Library andÌýcraft projects.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýTanque Verde Swap Meet,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, May 18, 6:30-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
Free Movie in Marana: The Emoji Movie
😃💩ðŸ–ï¸ðŸ“½ï¸ðŸŒ³ Bring something to sit on or borrow a chair at the event. Sweet Sensations Ice Cream and Candy will be on site with treats.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýSaturday, May 18, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýCrossroads at Silverbell District Park,
Cost: Free
More information .
Open Studios Under the Full Moon
Wander around and meet resident artists and their work, while the play live music from the main stage. If you get hungry, stop by and food trucks for tasty food or grab a drink at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Hop Shop.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýThe Metal Arts Village,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, May 18, 6-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
Black Cat Bones at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Premium OutletsÌý
Black Cat Bones is grooving their way to the outlet mall to bring you entertainment and rhythm. Listen to signature mixes of classic blues and rock with R&B, featuring smooth vocals and blues jams.Ìý
Where:ÌýÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Premium Outlets, Ìý
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, May 18, 5-8 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
Community Mural Forum and Mural Tour
Downtown murals have become destinations and landmarks, bringing thousands of people downtown. Join the community as they discuss the mural program and its future. This discussion will include brief presentations from this year's downtown muralists.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýÌý
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSunday, May 19, 2-4 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
Rob Wright at the DeemesterÌýOutdoor Performance Center
Join ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Pops Orchestra and listen to Rob strum his rhythmic banjo with some humor. Remember to bring a lawn chair or a blanket.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýDemeester Outdoor Performance Center,Ìý
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSunday, May 26, 7-9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More information .Ìý
Jurassic Park Screening at Palo Verde Park
Stomp! Watch Spielberg'sÌýoriginal Jurassic Park and see where it all started. Food trucks will be on site in case you — or a dino — gets hungry.Ìý
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:Ìý
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýFriday, May 24, 7:30-9:45 p.m.
Cost: Free, bring your own seating.Ìý
More information .Ìý
Spring Into Summer at Old ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
Celebrate Memorial Day with aÌýweekend-long free admission for kids 11-and-under. The event will have kid games, prizes, pie-eating contests and regular scheduledÌýentertainment.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýOld ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday-Monday, May 25-27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Free admission for ages 11-and-under.Ìý
More information .Ìý
Oro Valley Summer Kick Off
Have some fun and cool down at the Oro Valley Aquatic Center. This free event includes swim, pool activities, prizes, field games, food truck and slip 'n slide.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýOro Valley Aquatic Center,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, May 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free, bring a towel.
More information .Ìý
