This list of things to do around ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Marana, Oro Valley, Sahuarita and more includes virtual events by local businesses and organizations, drive-in events and movies, open-air events and markets.
Remember to followÌýÌýabout protecting yourself and others from the spread of coronavirus.Ìý
despite an executive order issued by Gov. Doug Ducey easing COVID-19 restrictions and barring cities and counties from continuing their own mask mandates. The county still requires everyone over age 5 to use a face covering 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.
Open-air EventsÌý😷

Sculpture Park Exhibition
See 20 large-scale sculptures by local and regional artists as part of the "Rough Terrain" exhibition hosted by SculptureÃÛèÖÖ±²¥.Ìý
Where: Brandi Fenton Memorial Park,
When: Wednesday-Saturday starting May 1 through July 4, noon to 5 p.m.Ìý
Cost:ÌýFree
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Illustrated Icon Map Workshop with the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Type
Learn to create a personalized icon map with all your favorite places, and enjoy panoramic city views in this guided rooftop workshop with Tatum Rochin from The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Type.Ìý
Where: Graduate ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ rooftop, Ìý
When: Saturday, May 1, 10 a.m.Ìý
Cost: $35
Visit the for more information and to register.Ìý

Spring Break Camp (Sponsored)
Kids and pets get together duringÌýÌýwith the Humane Society of Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥. Campers spend a minimum of two hours caring daily for different camp foster animals. These animals may include ball pythons, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, cats and dogs.ÌýÌýchildren with an in-depth, hands-on education about animal care and the human-animal bond.Ìý!
Amazing Discoveries Block Party
This local game store is celebrating its move to a new location with a weekend-long celebration with free Eegee's, a new mural by Jessica Gonzales, live screenprinting and discounts from neighboring shops.Ìý
Where: Amazing Discoveries, Ìý
When: Saturday-Sunday, May 1-2, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Ìý
Cost: Free to attend
Visit the website for more information.Ìý
Floor Polish Birthday CelebrationÌý
This ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ dance studio is turning 5 and celebrating with an outdoor plant, vintage clothing and dessert sale, music and freebies.Ìý
Where: Floor Polish, Ìý
When: Saturday, May 1, 6-8 p.m.Ìý
Cost: Free to attend
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Private and Small Group (Sponsored)
Ìýoffers weekly, year-round swim lessons for ages six months and up. Our instructors use a fun and developmentally appropriate method for teaching children to learn to swim. Early introduction to water is provenÌýÌýby 88 percent and will help make swimming a blast at all levels! Now offering private, parent and me and learn-to-swim group swim lessons.Ìý!
Night Market at Crooked Tooth
Shop art and handmade goods from local vendors including Sonoran Witch Boy, Gina Beca, Agave Pantry, Day Glass and more on the Crooked Tooth patio.Ìý
Where: Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., Ìý
When: Sunday, May 2, 5-9 p.m.Ìý
Cost: Free to attend.Ìý
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East Side Vintage Outdoor MarketÌý
Browse 40 vendors for vintage, antique and collectible items at this east-side market.
Where:Ìý
When:ÌýSunday, May 2, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost:ÌýFree to attend, remember your face mask while you shop
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Antique Vintage Fair at Medella Vina Ranch
Head over to the ranch and shop with 150 antique vendors, family entertainment and tasty food trucks.
Where:ÌýMedella Vina Ranch,Ìý
When:ÌýSunday, May 2, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost:ÌýFree to attend
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Agave Heritage Festival Presents Cinco de Mayo
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo downtown on the Hotel Congress patio with a guided mezcal tasting, tasty bites and live music.
Where:ÌýHotel Congress,Ìý
When:ÌýWednesday, May 5, 6-11 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$25
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Jazz Friday at Cup CafeÌý
The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Jazz Festival and Hotel Congress have teamed up to bring jazz music to the plaza every Friday night. Jed Paradies is the featured artist on May 7.Ìý
When:ÌýFriday, May 7, 6-9 p.m.
Where:ÌýCup Cafe at Hotel Congress,Ìý
Cost:ÌýFree to attend, reservations recommended
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After Hours Duo Jazz on the PatioÌý
Hear live jazz on the patio at Bacio Italiano from the After Hours Duo.Ìý
Where:ÌýBacio Italiano,Ìý, Suite 125
When:ÌýFridays, May 7, 14, 21 and 28, 6-8 p.m.
Cost:ÌýFree
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Ostara's Big Bunny Bash with Flam Chen
Flam Chen and friends present an adults-only cabaret and dance party to celebrate spring at the MSA Annex. Enjoy aerial arts, fire performance, stilt walking, R&B beats and dancing at this downtown event.
Where:ÌýMSA Annex,Ìý
When:ÌýFriday, May 7, 8-11 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$25
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ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Harley Spring Car Show
Cruise over for a spring car and bike show at Harley-Davidson of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥. See who wins best chopper, best cruiser, best touring, best sport and enjoy free food and prizes.Ìý
Where: Harley-Davidson of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,
When: Saturday, May 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
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Santa Pachita on the patio at AZ Hops and Vines
Kick back and relax with some live music and wine on the wide open patio at AZ Hops and Vines. Social distancing and face masks are required at this event.
Where:ÌýAZ Hops and Vines,ÌýÌýinÌýSonoita
When:ÌýSaturday, May 8, noon
Cost:ÌýFree to attend, but bring money for bites and wine
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Wine and Donut Pairing
You "Donut" want to miss this event! Stop by AZ Hops and Vines for Amy’s Donuts and some lovely wine. This event will feature six wines paired with six tasty bites, including a free souvenir glass!
Where:ÌýAZ Hops and Vines,ÌýÌýinÌýSonoita
When:ÌýSunday, May 9, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$25
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Mother's Day Mercado Flea
Spend your afternoon rummaging for treasure, sipping on specialty cocktails and listening to music at the MSA Annex.
Where:ÌýMSA Annex,Ìý
When:ÌýSunday, May 9, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Second Sunday Vintage Market
Browse through 60 vendors for vintage, antique and collectible items at this northwest-side market.
Where:ÌýÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Mall parking lot,Ìý
When:ÌýSunday, May 9, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost:ÌýFree to attend, but bring money to shop
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Saturday on the Plaza with Red Feather Duet
Cruise downtown and listen to a free performance by Red Feather Duet at Hotel Congress.
Where:ÌýHotel Congress,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, May 22, 6-9 p.m.
Cost:ÌýFree to attend
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Viva Cars and Coffee
Can you hear those engines roar? Cruise over to Viva Coffee House for a free car show with decked out cars and fresh coffee.
Where: Viva Coffee House,
When:ÌýSaturday, May 22, 9 a.m. to noon
Cost: Free ton attend
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Lookout ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Concert Series
The Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa and the Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Arts and Cultural Alliance are teaming up to offer live jazz music. This month enjoy a performance by Brook Sample.
Where:ÌýWestward Look Bar and Grille,Ìý
When:ÌýThursday, May 27, 5-7 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$10, plus food and beverage costs. Open to ages 21 and up.
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St. Philip's Plaza Market
Enjoy your shopping in the open, cool shade and near peaceful flowing fountains. Shop for uniquely handmade, handcrafted, home-grown and home-baked products.
Where:ÌýSt. Philip's Plaza,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Tumamoc Hill
Hike Tumamoc Hill for scenic views and nature pictures. Tumamoc has implemented safety measures to promote social distancing and prevent the spread of coronavirus.Ìý
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Drive-thru and drive-up eventsÌý🚗

"Up" at El Toro Flicks Downtown
Watch a Pixar favorite at El Toro Flicks. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Face masks are required any time you are out of your vehicle.
Where:ÌýEl Toro Flicks ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥,ÌýÌý(near the MSA Annex)
When:ÌýSaturday, May 1, 7 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$21.90 and up. Snacks are available for purchase.
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The Tortoise and the Hare Drive-in
Drive in and enjoy a show presented by Live Theatre Workshop. This drive-in radio show can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own vehicle or you can wear masks and sit in lawn chairs in front of your vehicle.
Where:ÌýLive Theatre Workshop,Ìý
When:ÌýFriday-Sunday, May 7-22
Cost:Ìý$30 and up
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Carpool Movie: "I Dream In Widescreen"
Grab some blankets and pop the trunk. Cactus Drive-In Theatre and Medella Vina Ranch will be showingÌý "I Dream In Widescreen," an annual showcase of senior thesis films from the University of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s School of Theatre, Film & Television.
Where:ÌýCactus Drive-In Theatre,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, May 8, 7 p.m.
Cost:ÌýFree; also streaming for free online May 8-22 atÌý
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Santa Cruz River Farmers' Drive-thru Market
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, 8-10 a.m.
Cost:ÌýFree to attend, but bring money for drive-thru shopping
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KidsÌý🎈
Wolves, Woofs, Cougars and Kittens
Join the Desert Museum and learn about your pet's family tree at this paw-sitively quirky fun virtual event.Ìý
When:ÌýTuesday, May 4 at noon
Cost:ÌýFree
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Mother's Day Grab 'n Go Drive-up
Stop by ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Parks and Recreation and pick-up a fun activity bag at the Randolph Recreation Center. These activity bags are best for ages 3-7. Please stay in your vehicle and wear a mask at pick up.
Where:ÌýRandolph Center,Ìý
When:ÌýThursday, May 6, 9-10 a.m.
Cost:ÌýFree. 50 bags are available and are first come, first served.
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Kids Create At-Home with Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
Kids Create At-Home is a new twist on the museum's monthly art program for school-aged kids. You get a supply kit of materials to complete an enchanted project and a live online demonstration on Zoom too!
Where:ÌýMini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, May 8, 1-2 p.m. Pick up your supply kits in advance.
Cost:Ìý$7 per kit, $5 for museum members
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Make it! Workshop
Hammers, saws and glue guns! Kids get the chance to explore tools, design, build and create projects at Children's Museum's outdoor monthly workshop.
Where:ÌýChildren's Museum,Ìý
When:ÌýSaturday, May 22, 5:30-7 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$15
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Virtual EventsÌý💻📲
ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Repertory Singers Spring Concert
The ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Repertory Singers spring concert "I Can See the Light" is a celebration of resilience featuring a collection of songs about nature, music, singing and love.
When: Streaming online from April 30 through May 15
Cost:Ìý $20 per household.Ìý
Visit the for more information.Ìý
Storytellers Project - MotherhoodÌý
USA Today's Storytellers Project is hosting a live, virtual storytelling event all about motherhood. ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ author Adiba Nelson and three other women from across the country, will share true, personal stories exploring different facets of motherhood.Ìý
When: Tuesday, May 4, 4 p.m.Ìý
Cost: Free
For more information and to register, visit the .Ìý
Virtual Resin and Dried Flower WorkshopÌýwith Tipsy Picassos
Join Tipsy Picassos for a virtual step-by-step guided workshop to create a resin piece of art infused with lovely dried flowers on Facebook Live.Ìý
When:ÌýPick-up your kit on Friday, May 7, from at St. Philips Plaza,ÌýÌýThe painting class happens on Facebook Live at 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 9.
Cost:Ìý$45 per kitÌý
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Magical, Mysterious Bats
You're going to go batty for this fun virtual event! During this workshop you will learn more about these fascinating, remarkable and important flying creatures and how we need them in our world.
When: Monday, May 17, 7-8 p.m.
Cost: Free, registration required
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Sushi 101 Virtual Class
Join Flying Aprons to make some tasty bites with this online step-by-step class. You will get to learn how to make vegetable rolls, shrimp nigiri and some fun cooking tricks with chef Tommy Begay III.
When:ÌýWednesday, May 19, 5:30-7 p.m.
Cost:Ìý$40 per screen
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Bobcats in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ on Zoom
Join Kerry Baldwin and Cheryl Mollohan and learn about the Bobcats in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ project. During this virtual event you will learn about bobcat home range sizes, movement corridors, tolerance to urban density and relationships with neighboring bobcats.
When:ÌýThursday, May 20, 1-1:30 p.m.
Cost:ÌýFree, registration required
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Virtual Tarot 101
Join this virtual gathering with any tarot or oracle deck of your choice. Remember to have a notebook and pen handy before the meeting.
When:ÌýFriday, May 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Cost:ÌýFree
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