Shoppers check out Leo Aguirre鈥檚 hand crafted bottled wind chimes during the 50th annual Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair in 2021.

March officially marks spring, but it also marks the arrival of the 蜜柚直播 Festival of Books, Fourth Avenue Street Fair, 蜜柚直播 Folk Festival, and many other fun annual favorites.

What else can you expect this month? Plant sales, wine at the 蜜柚直播-Sonora Desert Museum, markets supporting local artists, Marana Founders' Day, a STEM expo, a Mardi Gras fest, a birthday bash for Bad Bunny ... and MORE.

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Women-owned Business Mini Market

Startup 蜜柚直播 is hosting a mini market featuring women-owned businesses. You'll find about 10 makers selling items like baked goods, soaps, candles and purses.

When:听8:30-10 a.m. Thursday, March 2

Where:听FORGE at Roy Place,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Spring Ikebana Festival

Ikebana is known as the "meditative art of Japanese floral arrangements." This festival at Yume Japanese Gardens of 蜜柚直播 celebrates the arrival of spring with floral arrangements around the gardens. Plus, its Yume's 10th anniversary!

When:听9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, March 2-5

Where:听Yume Japanese Gardens of 蜜柚直播,听

Cost:听$18 for adults, $5 for kids under age 15

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Old 蜜柚直播 returns

Old 蜜柚直播 hosted two attractions last year, Nightfall for Halloween and Yuletide over the holidays. But now, Old 蜜柚直播 is returning to its roots, officially debuting "A Western Experience." There will be cowboy gunfights, musicals in the Grand Palace, historical tours, a petting zoo, rides and more.

When:听10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays through May 7

Where:听Old 蜜柚直播,听

Cost:听$34 for adults, $17 for kids ages 5-11. Admission includes all shows, rides and attractions. It's recommended to purchase tickets in advance.

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First Thursday at 蜜柚直播 Museum of Art

Visit the 蜜柚直播 Museum of Art every first Thursday of the month for pay-what-you-wish admission. There will be art and gallery activities, live music, snack vendors and a cash bar.

When:听5-8 p.m.听Thursday, March 2

Where:听蜜柚直播 Museum of Art,听

Cost:听Pay what you wish, reserve tickets in advance

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Discovery Nights at Children's Museum 蜜柚直播

Visit Children's Museum 蜜柚直播 for a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.听

When:听5-7 p.m. Thursdays

Where:听Children's Museum 蜜柚直播,听200 S. Sixth Ave.

Cost:听Free to attend

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TMA Spring Artisans Market

The annual Spring Artisans Market at the 蜜柚直播 Museum of Art features over 100 local makers showing off their creations, from candles and pottery to jewelry and photography.

When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m.听Friday-Sunday, March 3-5

Where:听蜜柚直播 Museum of Art,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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The Happy Hive Market

Head to Button Brew House for The Happy Hive Market, complete with nearly two dozen local makers and food truck 420 Taco. You can expect to find macrame, skincare products, permanent jewelry and more.

When:听4-7 p.m. Friday, March 3

Where:听Button Brew House,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food, drinks and shopping

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Art Corner with BICAS

Get free access to recycled bike art parts, tools and other materials and get creative! Once you're finished, you can donate your creation to BICAS or give a suggested donation to the nonprofit, if you're able to. Check in at the front counter before heading to the art area.

When:听4-6 p.m. Fridays

Where:听BICAS,听

Cost:听Free to attend, donation suggested听

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The Hotel Congress S茅ance Experience

The Hotel Congress S茅ance Experience is a live recreation of a Victorian Era-theatrical s茅ance "exactly as performed in 1800s" in the hotel's only third-floor room to survive its 1934 fire (be prepared to go up a few flights of stairs).

When:听7:45 p.m. Fridays in March

Where:听Hotel Congress,听

Cost:听$14.94 for general admission, $28.33 to participate. This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Westward Look Concert Series

Get a dose of jazz, rock and more at the Lookout 蜜柚直播 at Westward Look Concert Series, in partnership with the Southern 蜜柚直播 Arts & Cultural Alliance.听

When:听6-8 p.m. various days in February听

Where:听Westward Look,听

Cost:听Free admission, tables are available on a first come, first served basis

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Friday Night Concert at Steam Pump Ranch

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation is hosting two free concerts in March, including one on March 3 with Good Trouble and one on March 31 with Black Cat Bones.

When:听7-9:30 p.m. Fridays, March 3 and March 31

Where:听Steam Pump Ranch,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks. Bring your own chair or blanket!

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Spring Vegetable Start Sale with 蜜柚直播 Village Farm

蜜柚直播 Village Farm is hosting its annual sale of spring vegetable starts, including tomatoes, peppers, chiles, eggplant and basil.

When:听8-11 a.m. Saturday, March 4

Where:2201 E. Roger Road

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for plants

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Moon Market

Four of Wands is hosting a moon market, complete with astrology, palm readers, and bone and tarot readings. There will be $20 Pisces- and Virgo-themed flash tattoos, vendors and a food truck.听

When:听2-9 p.m. Saturday, March 4

Where:听Spark Project Collective Event Center,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping听

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Food Not Bombs Yard Sale

Food Not Bombs 蜜柚直播 and 蜜柚直播 Food Share are hosting a yard sale in support of their mutual-aid organization.听

When:听8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 4

Where:

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Step Afrika! will take the stage in 蜜柚直播 on March 4.

"Our Blackness, Our Heritage" True Colors step show

Barbea Williams Performing Company began a step show six years ago to bring the community together during Black History Month. This year's event will feature Barbea Williams Performing Company alongside D.C.-based dance company Step Afrika! You'll also find a food truck and Black business vendors onsite.

When:听3-6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4

Where:听Cholla High School,听

Cost:听$10

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"Monsters, Inc." vs. "Toy Story" Roller Derby

Which Pixar movie is your favorite? Copper State Derby League skaters will pick "Monsters, Inc." or "Toy Story" and compete in a roller derby!听

When:听7-9:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4

Where:听Eric Michael Ogden Skatepark,听

Cost:听$5 for adults to watch the derby, $3 for kids听

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蜜柚直播 Orchid Society's Orchid Show and Sale

蜜柚直播 Orchid Society is hosting its annual show where you'll get to see orchid displays and have the chance to purchase orchids of your own.

When:听9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 4; 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 5

Where:听Mesquite Valley Growers,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for听shopping听

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'80s Dance Party at Surly Wench

Surly Wench Pub is hosting an '80s-themed dance party featuring throwback music videos. Dress in your best '80s attire.听

When:听9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, March 4

Where:听Surly Wench Pub,听

Cost:听$5.听This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Beer + Bikes

This bike ride goes along The Loop to 1912 Brewing Co. for a beer or two, followed by a bike ride back to Button Brew House for food truck bites.

When:听11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, March 4 and March 18

Where:听Button Brew House,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for brews and food

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Kid's Night Out

Drop off the kids for a night at We Rock The Spectrum. There will be pizza, crafts, games and open play such as a zipline and a trampoline.听

When:听4-7 p.m. Saturday, March 4 and March 18

Where:听We Rock The Spectrum,听4811 E. Grant Road

Cost:听$35 per child in advance, $45 day of

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Pasta Cooking Class

Learn to make your own pasta! You鈥檒l get to choose between fettuccine, angel hair, tortellini or ravioli 鈥 making and rolling the pasta, while also learning to fill it and create your own sauce.

When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 4

Where: The Garden Kitchen,

Cost: $55. This event is for ages 18 and up.

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Mission Garden is located at the base of 鈥淎鈥 Mountain, at 946 W. Mission Lane.

Tree Care and Planting Workshop with Mission Garden

Learn about growing heritage fruit trees and native trees in 蜜柚直播! Topics include location, pest control, irrigation and pruning.听

When:听9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 4

Where:听Mission Garden,听

Cost:听$60, scholarships available. Spots are limited.

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Jazz under the Stars at Tohono Chul

Visit Tohono Chul's Garden Bistro on Saturday nights through May 13 for cocktails, brews and bites, all while listening to local jazz.听

When:听5-8 p.m. Saturdays

Where:听Tohono Chul,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks

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Southern 蜜柚直播 Clay Artists in Main Gate Square

Check out the work of 13 Southern 蜜柚直播 clay artists! They'll be selling their art and putting together clay-throwing demonstrations.听

When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, March 4-5

Where: Geronimo Plaza in Main Gate Square,

Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Goat yoga

Enjoy an hour of yoga and goats with this class at Udall Park!听

When:听10-11 a.m. Saturdays, March 4 and March 11

Where:听Udall Park,听

Cost:听$25

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Drag Queen Bingo

Roxi Starr is hosting Drag Queen Bingo at least twice in March!

When:听7-8 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at Button Brew House; 6-8 p.m. Saturday, March 18 at Bawker Bawker.

Where:听Button Brew House,听听on March 4; Bawker Bawker Cider,听听on March 18.

Cost:听Free to play听

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Free First Saturday at Valley of the Moon

On the first Saturday of each month, fantasy park Valley of the Moon opens its doors for free. This Saturday there will be a dance performance by Haggs of 蜜柚直播.

When:听Noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 4

Where:听Valley of the Moon,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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蜜柚直播 Renaissance Festival

Go back in time at the Renaissance Festival with an arts and crafts fair, jousting tournaments, entertainment, food and more.

When:听Saturdays and Sundays through April 2

Where:听,听Gold Canyon, about 90 minutes north of downtown 蜜柚直播

Cost:听General admission is $21 for kids, $33 for adults

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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater

At this event, you'll get to enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire, all while watching a magical theatrical performance.听

When:听6:30 p.m. Saturdays in March

Where:听Dante's Fire,听2526 E. Grant Road

Cost:听$49 without dinner, $79 with dinner

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St. Philip's Plaza Market

Visit St. Philip's Plaza to shop from local makers and enjoy live music. While you're there, grab a bite to eat at one of the plaza's several eateries.

When:听10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through April

Where:听St. Philip's Plaza,听4280 N. Campbell Ave.

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food

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Nick Curtis is co-owner of Plantney near 蜜柚直播's downtown area.

Plant swap with Plantney

Britney Spears-themed plant shop Plantney is hosting a plant swap for community members. Bring your plants, pots and any botanical-themed items to trade and swap with fellow plant lovers. Snacks and drinks will be provided!

When:听11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 5

Where:听On the corner of听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring plants to swap

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Beer Mile

It's time for the fifth annual Beer Mile, where each .25-mile lap, you drink a beer. Fun runs and competitive options are available.

When:听11 a.m. Sunday, March 5 (postponed from Feb. 26 due to weather)

Where:听Westbound,听

Cost:听$20

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Medella Vina Antique and Vintage Fair

Once a month, Medella Vina Ranch hosts an antique fair where you can shop vintage items from more than 100 vendors, plus take a break at an onsite food truck.

When:听8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month

Where:听Medella Vina Ranch,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food

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Nature at Night drag show

Miss Nature frequently hosts drag shows at Bumsteds with several performers. No two shows are the same!听

When:听5 p.m. Sundays, March 5 and March 19

Where:听Bumsteds,听1003 N. Stone Ave.

Cost:听$12

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TKMA Song Circle Social Gathering

蜜柚直播 Kitchen Musicians Association, aka the folks who put on the annual 蜜柚直播 Folk Festival, are putting together a bimonthly Song Circle Social. Bring your instrument, share some songs and mingle with fellow musicians.

When:听5:30-8 p.m. Sunday, March 5 and March 19

Where:听Borderlands Brewing Company,听

Cost:听Free to attend听

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Kirk McEneany pushes a cart while working at the Desert Survivors Native Plant Nursery, 1020 W. Starr Pass Blvd., on March 9, 2022.听

Desert Survivors Plant Sale

During Desert Survivors' three plant sales throughout the year, all of their inventory is discounted. Members get 20% off, while the general public gets 10% off.

When:听8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, March 7-11. Members can shop early on Saturday, March 4.

Where:听Desert Survivors Native Plant Nursery,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for plants

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Purim Under the Sea

You can celebrate Jewish holiday Purim at this sea-themed event that features Megillah reading, a bubble bash party and kosher seafood.

When:听5 p.m. Tuesday, March 7

Where:听Chabad Lubeavitch of 蜜柚直播,听

Cost:听$20 for kids, $35 for adults

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Queer Speed Dating听

Find your next date or make a new friend at this queer speed dating event!

When:听6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 9

Where:听Bawker Bawker Cider House,听

Cost:听Free to participate with the purchase of one drink. This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Gather A Vintage Market

Find all kinds of vintage and antique home and garden items at this four-day market.

When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m.听Thursday-Saturday, March 9-11; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 12

Where:听Gather A Vintage Market,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Wild Wild West Steampunk Convention

Put on your best Western-style steampunk garb and head over to the Wild Wild West Steampunk Convention, which has taken place since 2011. You'll find entertainment, panels, workshops, games and more.

When:听Thursday-Sunday, March 9-12

Where:听Casino del Sol,听

Cost:听$43 and up for convention passes for adults

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The Rialto Theatre sign lights up downtown 蜜柚直播 while cars drive down East Congress Street by The Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St., in 蜜柚直播, Ariz. on December 20th, 2019.

Bad Bunny Birthday Bash

Celebrate Bad Bunny's birthday with a dance party at The Rialto! While Bad Bunny won't actually be there, his songs will be playing all night long.

When:听9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, March 10

Where:听The Rialto Theatre,听

Cost:听$18 in advance, $25 at the door. This event is for ages 18 and up.

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蜜柚直播 Swing Festival

Join the 蜜柚直播 Swing Cats for their second annual 蜜柚直播 Swing Festival! There will be three nights of live music, lessons, competition prizes, panels and more.

When: Friday-Sunday, March 10-12

Where: Hotel Congress, ; and Armory Park,

Cost: $110 for a full pass, $60 for a party pass

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Alma Verde Mercado

Local artist The Serene Essentials is hosting an all-vegan market at Del Cielo Tamal, featuring local vendors, vegan snacks, live music and flash tattoos. The event will also celebrate the grand opening of Del Cielo's new in-house market that will offer grab-and-go items like salsas and tortillas.

When:听1-4 p.m. Friday, March 10

Where:听Del Cielo Tamal,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Parents' Night Out

Drop off the kiddos at My Gym, where they'll be able to enjoy pizza, games, rides and other activities.听

When:听5-9 p.m. Friday, March 10

Where:听My Gym,听

Cost:听$50. Kids should be between ages 3 and 12.

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Guided look at the night sky

Volunteer astronomers at Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium will guide guests through points in the night sky with a 16-inch telescope at the observatory.听

When:听7-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, March 10-11

Where:听Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium,听

Cost:听Free to attend, donations accepted

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Stargazing at The Tuxon

Head to The Tuxon for an evening of stargazing with 蜜柚直播 Amateur Astronomy Association. There will be complimentary wine and s'mores kits!

When:听7:30 p.m. Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 25

Where:听The Tuxon,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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Cat events at El Jefe Cat Lounge

Spend time with the cats at El Jefe Cat Lounge at these weekend events, including cat yoga, cat bingo and cat trivia.

When:听Several days in March

Where:听El Jefe Cat Lounge,听

Cost:听$15 for trivia, adults only; $14 for bingo, reservations required; $18 for yoga.

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Spring Fair with 蜜柚直播 Organic Gardeners

Shop plants and gardening supplies at this spring plant fair with 蜜柚直播 Organic Gardeners, where you can also get advice from plant experts about gardening in 蜜柚直播. You'll find plants and seeds, compost, fertilizers and more.

When:听9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Water Is Life Southwest Music + Resistance Festival

Dubbed "Honor the Earth: Water Is Life Southwest Music + Resistance Festival," this event is a celebration of Indigenous art, music, culture and resistance. You'll find performances, food vendors, environmental organizations and artists.

When:听1-10 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听MSA Annex,听

Cost:听$30

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Patrons party on the Bourbon Street balcony and at ground level at 蜜柚直播 Mardi Gras in 2020.

蜜柚直播 Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras may be over, but the third annual 蜜柚直播 Mardi Gras event is happening this month with a parade, Louisiana-style cuisine, live music and a "Bourbon Street Balcony Experience." Organizers decided to hold the festival in March, instead of February, to ensure better weather.听

When:听11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11, geared more toward the 18-and-up crowd; noon to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 12 is more family-friendly.

Where:听The Slaughterhouse,听

Cost:听Free to attend. Upgraded tickets available.

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SARSEF Community STEM Expo

Enjoy a whole afternoon of STEM activities with local nonprofit SARSEF. The expo will feature hands-on science, the chance to chat with professional scientists and engineers, a scavenger hunt, live entertainment and an innovators hall where you can see student projects from the 2023 science fair. Food trucks will be onsite!

When:听10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center in Reid Park,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food

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Spring Community Day: Celebrate Youth Artists

The University of 蜜柚直播 Museum of Art is hosting a spring community day that celebrates local youth artists. You'll find a high school artists exhibition, a food truck, live music curated by Groundworks and a paint workshop.听

When:听10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听University of 蜜柚直播 Museum of Art,听

Cost:听Free to attend, reserve your spot in advance if you want to participate in the paint workshop.

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2023 March Hoppiness

It's beer fest time. Button Brew House is hosting March Hoppiness with more than a dozen local breweries and distilleries. There will also be live music and food truck Haus of Brats.

When:听Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听Button Brew House,听

Cost:听$35 in advance, $40 at the door, includes a March Hoppiness glass and six 9-ounce beer/cider pours, 4-ounce wine pours and/or 1.5-ounce spirit pours. Additional pours are $5 each.

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Broadway Rave

It's almost time for a Broadway dance party, playing all your favorite show tunes and musical theater hits. Dress as your favorite Broadway star!

When:听9 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听The Rialto Theatre,听

Cost:听$20. This event is for ages 18 and up.

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Art After Dark at Children's Museum 蜜柚直播

Each month, Children's Museum 蜜柚直播 hosts Art After Dark with local arts groups and free admission!

When:听5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听Children's Museum 蜜柚直播,听200 S. Sixth Ave.

Cost:听Free to attend

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蜜柚直播 Repair Cafe

Need something fixed? Bring it to the 蜜柚直播 Repair Cafe to be fixed for free! All items are welcome.

When:听4-8 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听Xerocraft Makerspace,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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An Archaeological View of Human History at 蜜柚直播's Birthplace

Two lectures later this month will allow you to dig into Mission Garden's history. Archaeologists Homer Thiel and Allen Denoyer will discuss the history of the area where Mission Garden sits, which is often dubbed 蜜柚直播's birthplace, and how we learn about the past.

When:听11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听Mission Garden,听

Cost:听Free to attend with a suggested donation at the gate

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Second Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch

Steam Pump Ranch is hosting an event with handcrafted products, tours from the Oro Valley Historical Society, gardening and archaeological demonstrations, live music, a farmers market and crafts for kids.

When:听9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where:听Steam Pump Ranch,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Sunset Supper at 蜜柚直播 Village Farm

Enjoy a farm-to-table four-course dinner at 蜜柚直播 Village Farm, prepared by Chef Bruce Yim and teens with 4-H Healthy Living Ambassadors. Proceeds will support youth programming.听

When: 5-7 p.m. Saturday, March 11

Where: 蜜柚直播 Village Farm,

Cost: $50

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蜜柚直播 Portrait Story LIVE Festival

Taste, watch, listen and learn at the 蜜柚直播 Portrait Story LIVE Festival. The fest is described as an immersive art experience in partnership with local artist Lauri Kaye, the 蜜柚直播 Jewish Community Center and Southern 蜜柚直播 Arts and Cultural Alliance. Kaye's "蜜柚直播 Portrait Stories" is a series of 60 mixed media stories. The portraits come to life at the festival 鈥 for example, Chef Maria Mazon will have chips and salsa at her portrait, or you can listen to a guitar concert at Gabriel Ayala's.听

When:听1-4 p.m. Sunday, March 12

Where:听蜜柚直播 JCC,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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Second SundAZe at TMA听

Visit the 蜜柚直播 Museum of Art every second Sunday for pay-what-you-wish admission. Check out art-making activities, performances, story time and family yoga.

When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m.听Sunday, March 12

Where:听蜜柚直播 Museum of Art,听

Cost:听Pay what you wish, reserve tickets in advance

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Mercado Flea

Check out more than 45 vendors selling antique and vintage items at the Mercado Flea.听

When:听8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month through May

Where:听Mercado District,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Fruit Cocktail Lounge

Head downtown for an LGBTQ+ cocktail party and social at The Century Room at Hotel Congress! Enjoy cocktails, small plates and entertainment.听

When:听4-7 p.m. Sunday, March 12

Where:听The Century Room,听

Cost:听$6.This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Yume Japanese Gardens of 蜜柚直播 Puppet Show

Yume is hosting a puppet show, staged by The Red Herring Puppets, for Japanese fairytale听听"Little One-Inch."听

When: 11 a.m. to noon and 12:30-1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 12

Where:听Yume Japanese Gardens of 蜜柚直播,听

Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for kids. Advance purchase is required.

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Southern 蜜柚直播 Cat Rescue Kitten Shower

Head over to Dillinger Brewing Company where there will be a kitten shower in support of Southern 蜜柚直播 Cat Rescue. Play some games, win some prizes, cuddle a kitten, have a beer and bring donation items for the rescue!

When:听Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 12

Where:听Dillinger Brewing Company,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring donations + bring money for drinks

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Members of FUGA roll out on a monthly ride. With their rides, they hope to promote safer streets and representation for 蜜柚直播鈥檚 south-side and west-side communities.

Ride with FUGA

Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, which听advocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for 蜜柚直播's south-side and west-side communities.听

When:听9-11 a.m. Sunday, March 12; 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 31

Where:听Ward 1,听,听on March 12;听El Pueblo Center,听,听on March 31

Cost:听Free to attend

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Larrea Market at Rozet Nursery

Head to Rozet Nursery every second and fourth Sunday of the month for a market featuring local vendors, music, classes and tarot readings.

When:听10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, March 12 and March 26

Where:听Rozet Nursery,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and drinks

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Audience members enjoy a story told by Tiara Bertram during a Female* StoryTellers showcase at The Rock on Dec. 20, 2022. The theme for the December show was 鈥淔STivus for the Rest of Us,鈥澨齜ased off a Seinfeld episode.

Live storytelling with F*ST Female Storytellers

F*ST, Female* StoryTellers, is back with a night of live storytelling. This time, the night will be centered around the theme "If Only..."听

When:听7 p.m. Tuesday, March 14

Where:听The Rock,听听This event is for ages 21 and up.

Cost:听$10听

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Free Third Thursdays at MOCA

Third Thursday at 蜜柚直播鈥檚 Museum of Contemporary Art is a party. The art museum is open late with free admission 鈥 and free beer from Barrio Brewing Co. KXCI will be DJing and Tita Tita will be serving Filipino food!

When:听5-9 p.m. Thursday, March 16

Where:听Museum of Contemporary Art 蜜柚直播,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food

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Concerts in the Courtyard

Head to Marana for this monthly concert series, with food trucks onsite. This month, enjoy music from Xplosion. Bring your own chairs or blankets!

When:听5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 16

Where:听Marana Municipal听Complex,

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food

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"Willy Wonka" at Tohono Chul

Catch a screening of "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" at Tohono Chul. Popcorn, cotton candy and drinks will be available for purchase.

When:听7 p.m. Friday, March 17

Where:听Tohono Chul,听

Cost:听$4

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St. Patrick's Day at 1912 Brewing

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at 1912 Brewing Co. with themed beer from the brewery, and corned beef and cabbage from Daniela's Cooking. The brewery will also stay open an hour later than usual.

When:听Noon to 8 p.m. Friday, March 17

Where:听1912 Brewing Co.,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks

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Electric Feels: Indie Rock + Dance Party

Join this indie party for a night of dancing to a DJ mixing Tame Impala, MGMT, Arctic Monkeys, Passion Pit, Dayglow and more.听

When: 9:30 p.m. Friday, March 17

Where: The Rialto Theatre,听

Cost: $20. This event is for ages 18 and up.

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Stargazing in Saguaro National Park East

Go stargazing with the National Park Service and 蜜柚直播 Amateur Astronomy Association in Saguaro National Park East.

When:听7-9 p.m. Friday, March 17

Where:听Rincon Mountain Visitor Center,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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Pathways meander throughout Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Oro Valley, on Dec. 2, 2022.

Spring Plant Sale at Tohono Chul

Tohono Chul will have more than 1,200 species of cacti, succulents, shrubs, trees and flowers at their upcoming plant sale, including some that are harder to find.

When:听9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, March 18-19. Members get early access 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 15.

Where:听Tohono Chul's main parking lot,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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WineDown with Wildlife

The 蜜柚直播-Sonora Desert Museum is hosting its second annual WineDown with Wildlife festival, where attendees can sip on regional wines, enjoy live music and stargaze 鈥 all while supporting wildlife.听

When:听6-9 p.m. Saturday, March 18

Where:听蜜柚直播-Sonora Desert Museum,听

Cost:听$30 designated driver tickets, $55 general admission tickets. This event is for ages 21 and up.

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Claire Pennington, 1, gets a little help from her mother in hula hooping during Marana Founders' Day at Ora Mae Harn Park in Marana, Ariz. on Saturday, March 25, 2017. Founders' Day celebrates the history and people of Marana.听

Marana Founders' Day

It's a day to celebrate Marana! There will be a parade, car show, performances, art station, food trucks, vendors, inflatables and more.

When:听10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 18

Where:听Town of Marana,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food and shopping

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Oro Valley Spring Festival of the Arts

This two-day market in Oro Valley听features fashion, food, home goods, paintings and visual arts from 120+ local artisans. Food trucks will be onsite, too!

When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 18; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 19

Where:听Oro Valley Marketplace,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Hotel Congress Record Fair

Fans of vinyl, this one's for you! Hotel Congress and Desert Island Records are hosting a record fair this March, featuring record dealers and local DJs.

When:听1-6 p.m. Saturday, March 18

Where:听Hotel Congress,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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Family Saturdays with Watershed Management Group

Head to Watershed Management Group for Family Saturdays where you'll learn how to create your own rain garden at home. After attending a 30-minute workshop, you'll get to take home a free rain garden kit! Plus, there will be story time and other activities for kids and teens.

When:听9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 18

Where:听Watershed Management Group,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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Las Mujeres Verdes听Mercado

Las Mujeres Verdes, a group of four women looking to uplift small businesses, is putting together another market in March! The markets usually feature 30-40 local makers.

When:听2-6 p.m. Saturday, March 18

Where:听Flowers & Bullets Midtown Farm,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Semillas Flamencas

Enjoy a night of flamenco, a reunion of sorts for four 蜜柚直播 flamenco artists. A classical guitarist will open the event.听

When: 8-10 p.m. Saturday, March 18

Where: MSA Annex,

Cost: $30

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Puppy yoga with Barefoot Studio

Take this beginner's yoga class surrounded by puppies! Proceeds go to Pathways for Paws. Bring your own mat, blanket or towel.

When:听1-2 p.m. Saturday, March 18

Where:听Barefoot Studio,听

Cost:听$20. This event is for ages 14 and up.

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Made in 蜜柚直播 Market

Celebrate more than 300 蜜柚直播 artists at this market featuring items from jewelry and vases to skincare products and candles. There will be food trucks, too!

When:听10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 19

Where:

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum

Explore 蜜柚直播's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. Upcoming tours include the Turquoise Trail downtown; Mansions of Main Avenue; and Public Art and Murals.

When:听Various dates, check out the calendar听.

Where:听Locations vary based on tour.

Cost:听$25. Pre-registration may be required for these events.

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Flow Night with Flam Chen

蜜柚直播 Circus Arts is collaborating with Flam Chen to host a flow night where you can join performers and friends for skill-building with juggling, stilts and more.

When:听6-10 p.m. Thursday, March 23

Where:听MSA Annex,听

Cost:听$10 suggested donation, RSVP in the Facebook comment section

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Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair

See hundreds of听artists from around the world, plus enjoy bites from food vendors听and hear the sounds of local musicians.听

When:听10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, March 24-25; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 26

Where:

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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EGGstravaganza with 蜜柚直播 Parks and Rec

Celebrate Easter early with 蜜柚直播 Parks and Recreation! Enjoy egg hunts, music, games and prizes. The Easter Bunny will be there!

When:听10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 25. Egg hunts are at various times, organized by age. See the听听for details.

Where:听Mansfield Park,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for food

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Telling Our Barrio Stories

Listen and share stories about local neighborhood Barrio Kroeger Lane. The stories will be used as inspiration for a mural that's set to be created later this year.

When:听10 a.m. Saturday, March 25

Where:听Verdugo Park,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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Cherry Blossom Festival at Kira Kira

Kira Kira Collectibles is hosting an anime-themed event with a maid cafe, a cosplay contest, vendors and raffles.

When:听2-8 p.m. Saturday, March 25

Where:听Ding Tea,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and drinks

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Monique Laraway, left, and Colin Holmes of Revolta Art talk with Ashley Chatz and her son about their favorite lizards while Chatz buys an art piece for her son at the BICAS second annual Art Mart, in 蜜柚直播, Ariz., on April 24, 2022.

BICAS Art Mart

Local nonprofit BICAS started an art market in 2021 after art events were canceled during the pandemic, taking away important revenue generators for 蜜柚直播 artists. The vendor list has yet to be announced for this year's art mart but stay tuned!

When:听9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26

Where:听BICAS,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping

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Touch-A-Truck

Junior League of 蜜柚直播 is hosting a family-friendly event where kids will be able to touch, climb and explore vehicles. The lineup includes firetrucks, police cars, a school bus, a USPS truck and construction equipment.

When:听10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 26. 10-11 a.m. is dubbed a quiet hour, without horns.

Where:听Brandi Fenton Memorial Park,听

Cost:听$5

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Kitten yoga with Hermitage Shelter

Enjoy a 45-minute yoga flow session at Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter and Sanctuary.听

When:听10:30 a.m. Sunday, March 26

Where:听Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter and Sanctuary,听

Cost:听$20, RSVP in advance

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Sam Hughes Home Tour

Midtown's Sam Hughes neighborhood is hosting a self-guided tour featuring 11 residences, gardens and studios. Three nearby eateries will also serve free samples and there will be activities in Himmel Park.听

When:听11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 26

Where:听Maps can be picked up at Himmel Park's north parking lot on the day of the event,听

Cost:听$30

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"Parks and Recreation" Trivia

Test your knowledge in all things "Parks and Rec" at this trivia night where you could win a gift card to Crooked Tooth Brewing Co. Teams can have as many as five people!

When:听7-9 p.m. Tuesday, March 28. Teams are signed up on a first come, first served basis. It's suggested to get there by 6 p.m. to secure your spot.

Where:听Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.,听

Cost:听Free to attend, recommended to buy a drink or two!

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Soul Food Wednesday

Visit Blax Friday's Soul Food Wednesday at the MSA Annex to support local Black-owned businesses and food vendors.

When:听7-10 p.m. Wednesday, March 29

Where:听MSA Annex,听

Cost:听Free to attend, bring money for shopping and food

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Witch Talk Wednesdays

The Ninth House metaphysical shop hosts a monthly Witch Talk Wednesday. They compare the event to their other salons, where you can discuss tarot and astrology with like-minded individuals. There鈥檚 no instructor, but instead a community gathering to discuss chosen topics around witchcraft.

When:听6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29

Where:听The Ninth House,听

Cost:听Free to attend

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蜜柚直播 Folk Festival

The annual 蜜柚直播 Folk Festival features more than 125 live performances across five stages. Headliners include Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley, The Fretless, Kyshona and The Brother Brothers.

When:听Friday-Sunday, March 31-April 2

Where:听Downtown 蜜柚直播

Cost:听Free to attend

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Emo Nite at 191 Toole

Bust out that My Chemical Romance shirt in the back of your closet and your favorite black eyeliner听鈥 Emo Nite returns to 蜜柚直播.

When:听11 p.m. Friday, March 31

Where:听191 Toole,听.

Cost:听$16. This event is for ages 21 and up.

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