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Whether you're visiting Tucson for the first time, or you're a local searching for what's new, Tucson has what you’re looking for. With incredible attractions for the whole family, 350 days of sunshine for outdoor adventures and golf, an extensive arts and culture background, world-class accommodations and spas, and a burgeoning culinary and nightlife scene, Tucson will keep you entertained and wanting to come back for more. Come visit Tucson and see for yourself!
30th Annual El Tour de Tucson
Watch up to 9,000 El Tour de Tucson cyclists crossing the finish line near Armory Park at the El Tour Downtown Fiesta, Nov 17. Or, join the fun! Register by Nov 16 for the 111-, 85-, 60-, or 42-mile rides or a Fun Ride.
Tucson Marathon & Family Fitness Fest
The Tucson Marathon, Marathon Relay and Half-Marathon—ideal for runners seeking a personal best or maybe a Boston qualifying time—courses from Oracle through Oro Valley, Dec 9. The Family Fitness Fest, 1-Mile Fun Run and 5K happens on the UA Mall, Dec 8.
Holiday Events
Celebrate the season in real Southwest style, with activities and traditions the entire family can enjoy. See our list of upcoming special holiday events, ranging from All Souls’ Day through New Year’s Eve.
What's New in Tucson
Visitors! Downtown Tucson is open for business during construction. Download handy maps showing where to park and how to get around during the Streetcar Construction.
The UofA Cancer Center is working with local attractions to provide free sunscreen for your Real Summer adventures.
Coming to Tucson and need some help? Try our powerful Trip Planner to build custom itineraries centered around your interests, then save, print and share them!
Looking for a Tucson Real Deal? Make your getaway even better with savings at uniquely Southwestern attractions, dining establishments, and more!
With RealGems, you can visit select gem show venues, businesses, mines, studios, museums and other exhibits.
Arizona is celebrating 100 Years of Statehood and we've put together this great list of 100 Things to Do!
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- 2012 Loft Film Fest
Nov. 8 - Nov. 15
Inspired by film’s unique ability to entertain, engage, challenge and illuminate, The Loft Cinema will present its third annual international film festival from November 8–15, 2012. - Old Town Artisans - Live Music
Nov. 14 - Nov. 17
Enjoy free live music during Happy Hour in the shaded outdoor patio at Old Town Artisans, Wednesdays through Saturdays. - Holiday Artisan's Market at Tucson Museum of Art
Nov. 16 - Nov. 18
Tucson Museum of Art's holiday craft market boasts more than 140 artists with unique jewelry, ceramics, watercolors, metal work, and more exhibited in the museum's courtyard. - Sweet Charity: Desserts for a Cause
Nov. 16
Dessert competition features more than 50 desserts and wine samplings, live music, silent auction, entertainment, and more at Plaza Colonial Shopping Center Outdoor Courtyard. - Food Truck Roundup: Tucson Museum of Art
Nov. 16 - Nov. 18
Enjoy the fine art of street food, offered by selected gourmet food trucks during the Tucson Museum of Art Artisan Market. - Jake Shimabukuro (Ukulele Master) in Concert
Nov. 16
The Rialto Theatre presents a young ukulele-playing sensation who mixes jazz, rock, classical, traditional Hawaiian, and folk music. - 4th Annual Grasslands Fair
Nov. 17
Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge celebrates Southern Arizona's wild grasslands with guided hikes, nature talks, Spanish Colonial horses, demonstrations, and vendors at Buenos Aires Refuge Headquarters. - El Tour de Tucson
Nov. 17
The University of Arizona Medical Center El Tour de Tucson presented by Casino del Sol Resort is America's largest perimeter bicycling event, with 111- 85-, 60-, 42-mile rides and Kids Fun Rides. - Beginning Bird Walks & Open House at Mason Center
Nov. 17 - May. 25
Learn bird-watching basics and how to identify backyard birds commonly seen in the Tucson area at the Mason Center on Saturdays. Rsvp required. - Amado Chili Cook-Off & Car Show
Nov. 17
A chili cook-off with wine tastings and beer garden, car show, hot air balloon rides, and live music at Amado Territory Inn to benefit Amado non-profits. - Thanksgiving Cross-Country Classic
Nov. 22
Southern AZ Roadrunners presents a European-style 5K around Reid Park to benefit Toys for Tots -a fun opportunity to cheer friends and family as they hurdle hay bales and water jumps. - Native American Heritage Social & Indian Craft Market
Nov. 23 - Nov. 25
Native American cultural celebration with dancing and drumming performances, art and crafts exhibits, children's activities, traditional foods at Sheraton Tucson Hotel & Suites, on Grant Road. - Heritage & Harvest Festival at Old Tucson
Nov. 23 - Nov. 25
Old Tucson Studios celebrates the completion of its 12 new Heritage Square building sets and informative Living History presentations with a weekend of special events. - Bisbee Historic Home Tour
Nov. 23 - Nov. 24
The Bisbee Woman's Club presents a docent-led tour through Bisbee's charming restored neighborhoods of Victorian and European-style homes perched on hillsides. - Native American Market Arts & Crafts Fair
Nov. 23 - Nov. 25
Shop at about 30 artist and vendor booths and shops in the plaza, and enjoy live entertainment on Saturday and Sunday in the Arts & Crafts Plaza at Mission San Xavier del Bac. - Native Eyes Film: A Night at The Loft
Dec. 1
Arizona State Museum presents a special evening celebrating Native American filmmaking, complete with musical entertainment and Native foods at The Loft Cinema. - Arizona Theatre Company: 'Jane Austen's Emma'
Dec. 1 - Dec. 22
Arizona Theatre Company presents Jane Austen's 'Emma' in this lavish new large-scale musical from Paul Gordon, the Tony Award-nominated composer, at Temple of Music and Art - Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo
Dec. 1 - Dec. 23
Stroll through Reid Park Zoo and enjoy twinkling lights, jingle bells, falling snow, holiday displays, and Santa Claus (12/1-2, 6-9, 13-23). - La Fiesta de Tumacacori
Dec. 1 - Dec. 2
Celebrate the culture of the Upper Santa Cruz River Valley at Tumacacori National Historic Park, the oldest mission site in Arizona. - Santa Fly-In at Pima Air & Space Museum
Dec. 1
Pima Air & Space Museum hosts the arrival of Santa Claus by helicopter, with photo opportunities (bring your camera), crafts, and gifts for the kids. New restaurant will be open for breakfast. - Oro Valley Holiday Festival of the Arts
Dec. 1 - Dec. 2
The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance presents holiday arts and crafts, wine and culinary vendors, live performances, contests, food, and children's activities at Oro Valley Marketplace. - Arts & Crafts Fair at Cat Mountain Station
Dec. 2
Shop arts and crafts displays, listen to live music, and munch on snacks at Cat Mountain Station, near southern gateway to Tucson Mountain Park. - Tucson Food Truck Roundup
Dec. 3
Dinner is served at the Food Truck Roundup, featuring a variety of delicious dishes from Tucson's mobile kitchens, at at Tower Theatres in Marana - Sufjan Stevens Christmas Sing-Along
Dec. 3
The Rialto Theatre presents classic and original Christmas folk songs with singer/ songwriter Sufjan Stevens and guest Sheila Saputo. - Luminaria Nights/Fiesta de Navidad
Dec. 7 - Dec. 8
The Village of Tubac celebrates the holidays by lining its streets and artist studios with luminarias; shops and galleries stay open late for shopping; musicians and Santa Claus entertain.
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- Tucson is ranked "Happiest City for Winter Travel" by the Hilton HHonors loyalty program.
- The construction for the Tucson Modern Streetcar has begun! To stay up-to-date on construction and subsequent detour, please visit the Tucson Modern Streetcar website.
- Tucson ranked 5th among the "Top 10 Cities with the Cleanest Air" from the Honeywell AirGenius Awards.
- Condé Nast Traveler readers rate several Tucson properties in the Top 25 Resorts in the Southwest.
- Watch the world's top 64 golfers will try to etch their names in the history book of the Accenture Match Play Championship, February 18-24, 2013.
- Tucson is named one of the nation's Least Polluted Cities, according to the American Lung Association's State of the Air 2012 Report.
- Condé Nast Traveler has announced the results of its 2012 Top 270 Spas readers’ poll, and the Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain is featured as the number-three resort spa in North America.
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