This list of things to do includes virtual events by local businesses and organizations, drive-in movies, open-air events and markets.
Remember to followÌýÌýabout protecting yourself and others from the spread of coronavirus.ÌýÌýfor everyone over age 5 in public if 6 feet of physical distancing cannot be maintained.
Things change quickly these days, so check for the latest information. Links are included with every activity listed.
Virtual EventsÌý💻📲
Set Up Your Own Backyard Wildlife Camera: Virtual Coffee Break
Do you want to see animals roam through your own backyard 24/7? Join Sky Island Alliance and learn how to set up a wildlife camera and tips for choosing the right camera.
When:ÌýThursday, Sept. 3, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð
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Member Meetup with #ThisIsÃÛèÖÖ±²¥: Virtual playdate with Penzi and Nandi
If you haven't noticed we absolutely adore Penzi and Nandi, the youngest members of Reid Park Zoo's African elephant herd.
Learn about some of new elephant baby Penzi's milestones, how Nandi is adjusting to life as a big sister and about elephant conversation from elephant care supervisor Cassie Dodds and outreach supervisor Jed Dodds.
This virtual event is free for our #ThisIsÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ members. If you're not a member and still want to join the event,Ìý.
When:ÌýSunday, Sept. 6 at 9 a.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð for members
How to register:ÌýIf you're already a #ThisIsÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ member, check your email for the Zoom sign-up link. If you're not already a member and we'll be sure you get the invite, too.
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Virtual Art Walk
Untitled Gallery is opening an online gallery inviting ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ artists to participate in the virtual exhibit "Art as Resilience, Resistance and Respite." During the times of social distancing and isolation, the goal of this exhibit is to connect artists and art lovers in one place during this monthlong virtual art show.
When: Saturday, Sept. 5, 6-8 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend on Facebook Live, artwork will be available for sale at until Oct. 30.
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Cooper Center Happy Hour Livestream
Join Camp Cooper for a free livestream hour of music and entertainment. Musicians P.D. Ronstadt, Ann Hampton Callaway and ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ artist and cartoonist David Fitzsimmons will all be part of this fun Facebook Live virtual event.
When: Friday, Sept. 18, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
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Online Painting Class: Cactus Wine Glasses
Join Tipsy Picassos for a step-by-step painting class on Facebook live. Learn how to paint cute cactus-inspired wine glasses to bring a little prickly love into your home.
When: Sunday, Sept. 20, 6 p.m.
Cost: Free if you are using your own supplies, but a donation is always appreciated and $25 supply kits are available for purchase.
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Fall/Winter Gardening Series Part One: The Food Garden
Join native food and garden experts for an evening of learning about how to have a productive and successful fall and winter food garden in the low desert. The workshop will be on Zoom with plenty of time for questions and answers.
When: Monday, Sept. 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cost: $25
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#ThisIsÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s Summer Reading Challenge finale
We're chatting books and summer reading with a Pima County librarian on Zoom to celebrate the end of our 2020 Summer Reading Challenge for Grown-Ups.ÌýTo get some personalized book recommendations from a librarian during the event, you can answer some questions when you register about the best book you readÌýthis summer (bonus points if it's from our 2020 Summer Reading Challenge for Grown-Ups) and other reading preferences to get a chance to have titles recommended just for your to-be-read stack.Ìý
When: Wednesday, Sept. 23, 5:30 p.m.Ìý
Cost: Free
To register and answer the questions for personalized recommendations, visit theÌý.Ìý
Virtual Monsoon Film Festival and "The Beaver Believers"
Celebrating all things water and nature, join the Watershed Management Group community at their virtual Monsoon Film Festival. See short videos submitted by the audience before a special screening of the award-winning documentary, "The Beaver Believers" and a Q&A with director Sarah Koenigsberg.
When: Thursday, Sept. 24, 6-9 p.m.
Cost: $15
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ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Go Red for Women Digital Experience
The American Heart Association is creating a one-of-a-kind digital experience to educate more women and raise more lifesaving funds than ever before. Celebrate your heart, your loved ones’ hearts and all women in the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ community from the comfort of your own home.
When: Thursday, Sept. 24, noon to 1 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend, donations appreciated
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Cheese Board and Tapas Online Hands-On Cooking Class
The Garden Kitchen will have a live hands-on cooking class on Zoom where you will learn to create the perfect appetizers to pair with your favorite cheeses in this step-by-step guided class. You will learn how to make tasty lemon thyme marinated mushrooms, strawberry ginger jam, homemade mesquite crackers and sweet/spicy nuts.
When: Friday, Sept. 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cost: $40
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Kids Zoom Class: Monster Cupcakes
Join Flying Aprons and Copcake Bakery with an early Halloween-themed workshop on Zoom. Kids ages 8-12 can enjoy a fun virtual decorating adventure to create one-of-a-kind creepy cupcakes.
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSunday, Sept. 13, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
°ä´Ç²õ³Ù:Ìý$40 per screen, optional monster cupcake kit $10 per kit
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Learn Your Local Lizards
Join Pima County Natural Resources with an online Zoom class and learn about local lizard life.
When: Saturday, Sept. 5, 10-11 a.m.
Cost: Free, registration required
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Family Game Night: Kids Singo
Take a break from at-home schooling with a night of singing and dancing with Crooked Tooth Brewing Co. This virtual game night will take place on Zoom and will feature music favorites from DreamWorks films, Disney, Kidz Bop and more!
When: Thursday, Sept. 10, 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
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Free Coloring Pages with PACC Pets
Download free coloring pages from Pima Animal Care Center for the kids this weekend! The pets featured on these coloring pages were helped by local community donations.
When:ÌýAny time
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð
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Open-air EventsÌý😷
Corn Maze and Fall Pumpkin Celebration at Apple Annie's
Fall time at the farm means pumpkins, hayrides, corn maze, sunflowers and fall weather! Explore the , take a hayride and go picking for the most colorful or wartiest pumpkins this month at Apple Annies.Ìý
Where:ÌýApple Annie's You-Pick Orchard,Ìý2081 W. Hardy Road, Willcox, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥.
When:ÌýDaily, starting Sept. 19 thru Oct. 31, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend, but bring some money for tasty treats and activities
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Honey Bee Canyon Park Field Trip with Oro Valley Parks and RecreationÌý
Are you and your kids tired of spending all of your time cooped up in the house? If so, check out Oro Valley's new program Honey Bee Park Hikes. These hikes will be guided by staff and will take place on four separate dates with unique themes. Each day will consist of four time slots and each time slot will have a limit of 6 people.
Cost: Free, registration required atÌý
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Sculpture Showing: The Return of Angelica
Back in May, John Benedict's statue "Angelica" was taken. It was recently recovered and the artist is now putting the sculpture on display for the public to view in the Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Inner Courtyard. John will be in attendance on select days for a socially-distanced meet and greet with anyone that wishes to view the statue along with several items from his collection.
Where: Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort,
When: Daily, Sep, 2-12, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
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Open-air Cinema at The Loft: "Selena"Ìý
Watch Selena at the Loft this weekend! This screening will take place outdoors at The Loft Cinema and seating is limited. Social distancing will be strictly enforced and masks must be worn at all times, except when eating/drinking. Sanitized chairs will be provided or you can bring your own.Ìý
Where: The Loft Cinema,
When: Saturday, Sept. 5, 8-10:15 p.m.
Cost: $12-$25,Ìý.Ìý
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East Side Vintage Outdoor Market
Browse through 60 vendors for vintage, antique and collectible items at this east-side market.
Where:
When: Sunday, Sept. 6, 8-1 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend, remember your face mask while you shop
Visit for more information.Ìý
Sidewalk Music Series
Listen to live music from Little House of Funk on the sidewalk at Catalina Craft Pizza.
Where: Catalina Craft Pizza,
When:ÌýFriday, Sept. 4, 7-8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
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Antique Vintage Fair at Medella Vina Ranch
Drive over to the ranch and shop with 150 antique vendors, family entertainment and tasty food trucks.
Where: Medella Vina Ranch,
When: Sunday, Sept. 6, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
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Kokedama Outdoor Workshop at Green ThingsÌý
Join Green Things for some mossy fun and create your very own Kokedama to add to your home.
Where: Green Things,
When: Saturday, Sep 5, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: No cover charge for this workshop, just the cost of materials to create you mossy ball. You must reserve a spot in advance.
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Yoga in the Garden
Rise and shine with yoga under the beautiful Mission Garden ramada. Sit in a chair or bring your mat. Face masks required.
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
When:ÌýFriday. Sept. 4, 8:15-9:15 a.m.
Cost: Donations accepted, limited spots available
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Downtown ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Wag 'N' Walk Evening Market
Grab your furry friend and cruise downtown for a pet-friendly open-air shopping event featuring unique dog products, crafts, services, furry selfie backdrops, food trucks, music and more.
Where: Wag 'N' Walk Market,
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend, face masks and social distancing required
Visit for more information.
The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Flea Returns
Shop more than 16 vendors at the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Flea market this month. Face masks required and gloves will be provided at the gate.
Where: The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Flea,
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend, but be ready to shop for goodies and trinkets
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Second Sunday Vintage Market
Browse through 60 vendors for vintage, antique and collectible items at this northwest-side market.
Where: Ìýin the Lowes parking lot.
When: Sept. 13, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend, but bring money to shop
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Udall Park Fall Concert Series(Canceled)
Hear a concert under the stars by the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Symphonic Winds conducted by Laszlo Veres.Ìý
Where: Morris K. Udall Regional Park,
When: Saturdays, Sept., 12, 19 and 26, 7-9 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
Visit for more information.
Pop-Up Drama Classes in the Park
Drama Kids is having pop-up theater classes for kids at the Riverfront Park in Oro Valley for ten Saturdays beginning Aug. 29.
Where:ÌýCanada del Oro Riverfront Park,
When:ÌýSaturdays, through Oct. 31, 9-10 a.m.Ìý
Cost: $15
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Turquoise Trail Guided Walking Tour
This tour covers 2.5 miles through the heart of downtown. Learn about ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥â€™s fascinating history and see some architectural gems. Masks and social distancing are required. The guide will use a microphone to support social distancing.
Where: Presidio San AgustÃn del ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,
When:ÌýFriday, Sept. 25, 6-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non-members
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Succulent Art Outdoor Workshop
Take a trip over to Green Things and create a beautiful succulent bowl to cheer up your home. Green Things will separate the class with the appropriate spacing and will sanitize all tools and work stations every 30 minutes.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýGreen Things,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturday, Sept. 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: Cost of your materials to build your succulent bowl. Reserve a spot in advance.
Visit for more information.
Santa Pachita Returns To Monterey Court
Santa Pachita will be bringing some Latin fusion to the Monterey Court Studio Galleries and Cafe this weekend. This will be a socially-distanced event and masks are required.
Where: Monterey Court Studio Galleries and Cafe,
When: Saturday, Sept. 5, 7 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
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ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Botanical Gardens
Stop by the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Botanical Gardens and explore plants, art, science, history and culture. The butterfly pavilion and children's areas are closed for now, but there are plenty of beautiful pathways to tour, art to see and maybe a few critters to keep you company.Ìý
Where:ÌýÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Botanical Gardens,
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýDaily, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The gardens will have evening hours starting Sept. 17 from 6-9 p.m., Thursday-Sunday.
Cost: $8-$15 ages 4 and older, ages 4 and under are free. The garden is using timed admission for two-hour blocks of time and tickets can be purchased online.
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ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥-Sonora Desert Museum
The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥-Sonora Desert Museum has made modifications to help you have a fun and safe experience. Some exhibits have been closed or modified during this time. The museum will be offering limited daily attendance and requiring scheduled tickets. So make sure to buy your tickets ahead of time online to save your spot. Restrooms will be open and hand sanitizing stations will be available around the grounds.
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When: Daily from 7:30 am. to 5 p.m.
Cost: $9.95-21.95, ages 2 and under are freeÌý
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Reid Park Zoo Reopened
Reid Park Zoo is reopening with a modified guest experience. All tickets must be prepurchased at least one day (up to seven days) in advance. Guests will only be admitted during their scheduled day, and tickets will be scanned for touchless entry. Remember to wear your face mask and social distance from other visitors and zoo animals (animals are more susceptible to human illnesses).
Where:ÌýReid Park Zoo,
When: Daily, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.Ìý
Cost: $6.50-10.50, ages 2 and under are free
Visit for more information.Ìý
St. Philip's Plaza Market
St. Philip's Plaza will be restarting Saturday and Sunday markets on Sept. 20, just in time for fall. Enjoy your shopping in the open, cool shade and peaceful flowing fountains. Shop for uniquely handmade, handcrafted, home grown and home baked products at St. Philips Plaza.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýSt. Philip's Plaza,
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon
Cost: Free to attend, but bring money for shopping
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Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Farm reopened
Feed the critters, visit stingray bay or explore the ranch in the outdoor wide-open spaces. Face masks are required for restrooms, gift store, stingray bay, shooting gallery and in the Lorikeet Forest.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýRooster Cogburn Ostrich Farm,Ìý, Picacho, AZ
When:ÌýEvery day, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$12-$15, additional critter food $2-$3
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Drive-thru and drive-up eventsÌý🚗
Grab 'n Go Fall Activity Drive-up
Stop by ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Parks and Recreation and pick up a fun fall activity bag at the Randolph Recreation Center. These activity bags are best for ages 3-6. Parents can drive-up to the north parking lot beginning at 3:30 p.m. Please stay in your vehicle and wear a mask for to get your activity bag.
When:ÌýTuesday, Sept. 8, 3:30-4 p.m.
Where:ÌýRandolph Center,
Cost:Ìý50 available, first come, first served
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Carpool Movie: "How to Train Your Dragon"
Grab some blankets and pop the trunk. Cactus Drive-In Theatre and Medella Vina Ranch will be showing "How to Train Your Dragon" on the big screen.
Where:ÌýCactus Drive-In Theatre,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, Sept. 5, 7:30-9 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$20 online, $25 at the gate, $5 headphone rental at the gate
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"Princess Bride" at El Toro Flicks ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
Scale the cliffs of insanity with Buttercup and Dread Pirate Roberts at El Toro Flicks Downtown.Ìý
Where:ÌýEl Toro Flicks ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,Ìý
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSunday Sept. 6, 6:15-10 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$20.90 and up. Snacks are available for purchase.Ìý
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"Sing" at El Toro Flicks Oro Valley
Is that a singing pig in spandex? Watch a funny family musical with animal vocalists at El Toro Flicks Oro Valley.Ìý
Where:ÌýEl Toro Flicks Oro Valley,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, Sept. 5, 6:15-10 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$20.90 and up
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Santa Cruz River Farmers' Drive-thru Market
Hop in the car early to beat the heat and get first dibs on fresh produce and tasty treats at the Santa Cruz Farmer's Drive-thru Market at its new location.
Where:ÌýMercado San Agustin,Ìý
When:ÌýThursdays, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend, but bring money for drive-thru shopping
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Community Food Bank Distribution
Community Food Bank of Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ will have a drive-thru food distribution at Kino Sports Complex for the month of August. Bring a photo ID and if you are enrolled for the senior food box, bring your yellow card.
Where:ÌýKino Sports Complex,ÌýÌý
When:ÌýTuesdays and Thursdays, 7-10 a.m.
Cost:Ìý¹ó°ù±ð±ð to attend
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Market On the Move Drive-thru
Every Saturday you can get prepackaged boxes of fresh produce at this drive-thru market. A $10 cash donation will get you up to 60 pounds of fresh produce.
°Â³ó±ð²Ô:ÌýSaturdays, 8-10 a.m.
°Â³ó±ð°ù±ð:ÌýThe 3000 Club ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,Ìý
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