Featured Events in Tucson in May 2025 (May Updated)

Please note that the times listed are tentative and are subject to change. The WRRC 2025 Annual Conference – Shared Borders, Shared Waters: Working Together in Times of Scarcity – will be held May 20–21 at the University of Arizona Student Union in Tucson, Arizona. The conference program will focus on the challenges and successes of collaborations across borders, with a primary focus on Arizona and the Colorado River Basin. Discussions will cover collaboration on waters shared by the United States and Mexico, as well as cooperation across borders shared with sovereign Tribal Nations, interstate borders, and borders within Arizona. They will also include lessons learned from other regions. In addition to in-person attendance, a FREE non-interactive Zoom livestream will be available; Zoom registration will be available on our conference webpage soon. This year, we are also hosting a pre-conference workshop, titled Better Listening to Help Transform Water Conflicts , with Dr. Aaron Wolf, a geography professor in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University. Note that this workshop is only available to conference registrants, and space is limited. The WRRC Annual Conference typically attracts participants from across Arizona and beyond, including water professionals, agency personnel, farmers, academics, students, environmental NGOs, community leaders, and interested citizens. Please join us for what is sure to be a lively and informative program! Subscribe to the WRRC’s Weekly Wave to stay informed on conference developments. You can also visit the WRRC's Conference Website for updates. Early Bird Registration: February 28 – April 7, 2025 EXTENDED DEADLINE! Standard Registration: April 8 – May 2, 2025 Many thanks to our generous 2025 Conference Sponsors ! Information Source: U of A Water Resources Research Center | eventbrite

Experience the ultimate One Direction dance party at the Club 90s: Best Song Ever 1D Dance Party held at Rialto Theatre in Tucson. Get ready to dance the night away to the biggest hits from the beloved boy band on May 31, 2025. The event will take place at Rialto Theatre-Tucson located at 318 Congress St, AZ, 85701. Join fellow fans for a night filled with nostalgia and unforgettable music in a vibrant and energetic atmosphere. Don't miss out on this exciting event that celebrates the iconic songs of One Direction.

Experience the ultimate blast from the past with Electric Avenue - The 80's MTV Experience at Rialto Theatre in Tucson. Get ready to be transported back to the iconic era of the 1980s with this nostalgic musical journey. The event is scheduled for May 22, 2025, at the historic Rialto Theatre located at 318 Congress St, AZ, 85701. Don't miss this opportunity to relive the magic of the 80s with an unforgettable evening of classic hits and retro vibes.

Experience an electrifying night at the Static-X: Machines VS Monsters Tour 2025 with Dope, set to take place at the Rialto Theatre-Tucson in Tucson, Arizona on May 23, 2025. Get ready to rock out to these iconic bands at 318 Congress St, AZ, 85701 as they deliver unforgettable performances in a city renowned for its vibrant music scene. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a one-of-a-kind concert event that promises to leave fans exhilarated and craving more. Mark your calendars and secure your tickets for a night of high-energy music and unforgettable memories.

Experience the mesmerizing performance of 6arelyhuman at 191 Toole in Tucson on May 20, 2025. The event will take place at 191 E Toole Ave, AZ, 85701. Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness a spectacular show by 6arelyhuman at this iconic venue. Get ready to be captivated by their electrifying music and dynamic stage presence. Mark your calendars for a night filled with unforgettable moments.

Join us on May 22nd for the return of Startup Drinks, with a special celebration of BIPOC entrepreneurs day! Last year, we commemorated a historic milestone with the inaugural BIPOC Entrepreneurs Day , officially recognized by Tucson, Pima County and the State of Arizona during National Small Business Week, as declared by the Biden Administration. This is a great opportunity to mingle with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, and community partners, and learn more about Startup Tucson. This event is a casual, low-key, and a fun way to get more involved in the entrepreneur ecosystem. Information Source: CIC & Startup Tucson | eventbrite

Experience the ultimate blast from the past at Emo Night Brooklyn in Tucson, taking place at The Rock on 136 North Park. Get ready to immerse yourself in the iconic sounds of emo music on May 24, 2025. Join fellow fans in a night filled with nostalgia and raw emotion as you rock out to the tunes that defined a generation. Don't miss this unique opportunity to relive the emo glory days right here in Tucson.

Experience the hauntingly beautiful music of Amigo The Devil (Solo) at Rialto Theatre in Tucson on May 24, 2025. Known for his unique blend of folk, rock, and country, this talented artist is sure to captivate audiences with his raw and emotional performances. The Rialto Theatre, located at 318 Congress St, AZ, 85701, provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable night of music. Don't miss this opportunity to see Amigo The Devil live in concert at this iconic venue in Tucson.

Sprouts Camp is the perfect camp for exposing your little one to science, gardening, environmental stewardship, and healthy eating, all through fun farm activities! Campers will spend the morning hours exploring the farm and helping us with daily farm chores, like harvesting, planting, feeding the chickens, and checking on the worms. Campers will be able to relax under our shaded red ramada to prepare healthy snacks with veggies from our own gardens and for doing farm arts and crafts. This camp will take place at Tucson Village Farm's “Little” Farm located at 4210 N. Campbell Ave. Ages: 5 & 6 Time: 8:00am -11:00am Session I: May 27 - 30 (4 days, Monday is Memorial Day holiday); Cost: $225 Session II : June 2 - 6 (5 days); Cost: $250 *Each session teaches the same curriculum, so we discourage students from enrolling in more than one session of the same camp. *When you are registering please enter the camper's name with the parent/gaurdian information *Refund Policy: Full refund 30 days before camp start date; 50% refund up to 14 days before camp start date; no refunds thereafter. *If you register your camper for a spot you will get an email about a week before the first day from the camp coordinator with all of the info you'll need on what to bring and know for camp. Questions? *Tucson Village Farm camps will follow the University of Arizona, CDC, and State of Arizona COVID Guidelines. Please see the FAQs on our website (tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu) for more details, or contact Camp Coordinator Moonie at ces-tvfcamps@arizona.edu, 520-626-5856. Information Source: Tucson Village Farm | eventbrite

This collaborative community event is co-hosted by Roadrunner Bicycles, Campfire Cycling, Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists (SDMB), Climbing in Color (CIC), and more participating local non-profits. The Sonoran Desert and greater Arizona are beautiful, rugged, and culturally diverse landscapes. Stories emerge from every saguaro, lie in every wash, under every rock and around every corner. Come join us on May 27th at 6:00 PM at Borderlands Brewing, 119 E Toole Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701 and listen to storytellers from local non-profits spin epic yarns of their experiences exploring, discovering, and navigating this incredible landscape. The event is $5 and all proceeds will go to the non-profits participating in the event. See below for the list of participating non-profits: Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists is a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit organization devoted to the promotion of the sport of mountain bicycling, and view the sport as a vehicle to promote low impact outdoor recreation, conservation, and mountain bicycling opportunities that are environmentally and socially responsible. SDMB is dedicated to protecting and enhancing mountain bicycling opportunities through intersectional programing. Climbing in Color's mission is to elevate the voices of climbers of color and build a community of camaraderie and support. We are currently based in Tucson, Arizona, but our expansive Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) climbing community extends well beyond this region. Bicycle Inter Community Art and Salvage (BICAS) is a worker self-directed nonprofit 501(c)(3) bicycle center located just north of downtown Tucson. Relying largely on generous donations from our community, and responsible stewardship of those donations, BICAS is able to provide a variety of programs to learn how to fix a bicycle, earn a bicycle, create unique art from recycled materials, and provide programs specifically targeted towards youth. We believe in bicycles and other human-powered machines as essential vehicles for transportation justice, and we are always striving to make them more accessible to our community. We are an education center, not a traditional bike shop. Tucson Bird Alliance inspires people to enjoy and protect birds through recreation, education, conservation, and restoration of the environment upon which we all depend. And more to come!... This event's theme is " Trails ." Adventures near and far always begin by taking one step after the other. The event is also meant to bring awareness to the unfortunate eviction notice of Borderlands Brewing from the historic and current location. Join us for a happy hour from 6-7PM Stories will start at 7PM on the patio. This is an all-ages event although alcohol may be present. The event is capped at 120 people so register today! Information Source: Roadrunner Bicycles | eventbrite

Join Sky Island Alliance staff for an evening at the Tucson office to learn how to plan trips to springs regionally! We have a few upcoming volunteer campaigns for Spring Seeker, and this workshop will give you the tools needed to plan trips, navigate to springs, complete the survey, and return home safely. Topics covered will include: reading maps and satellite images, navigation aids on desktop computers and smartphones, making tracks and reading elevations and contours on maps, planning backcountry vs. trail walks, etc. There will be a brief overview of the Spring Seeker survey and a discussion of safety concerns. With these skills, you’ll be ready to volunteer with confidence. Participants should bring a smartphone and a laptop if they have one, or access will be given to the desktop computers in the SIA office. Also, please bring a water bottle or any snacks/dinner you would want to eat. The workshop will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and run for about two hours. For any questions, please contact Sarah Truebe: sarah@skyislandalliance.org; (520) 624-7080 ext 18. Information Source: Sky Island Alliance | eventbrite

Dance you will at this event for This is the Way! 5/3/25 9pm - 3am Join us at the infamous Solar Culutre Warehouse Art Gallery in Tucson, AZ for pounding bass, flashing lights and all things Star Wars. We have amassed a superb talent of DJs to bring you all the grooves to celebrate May The 4th Be With You weekend. Star Wars threads and costumes are highly encouraged and Cosplay is more than welcomed. If bringing in props please keep them smaller in size as there may not be a lot of room for them otheriwse. We will be a giving away a high qaulity lightsaber at the event, one entry into the drawing is good with every ticket purchaed, must be present to win. This is an event not to be missed!!! So let's party like we are are on Coruscant and bouce around with the energy of Yoda. May the Rave Be with Us. Our Talent Lineup for the evening: C L One 9p - 10p @cl_0ne_offical on Instagram Aaron Cold 10p - 11p @aaroncoldofficial on Instagram We or Me 11p - 12a @djweorme on Instagram Tkno Gangsta 12a - 1a @slangincuts3rdgen on Instsagram GFM 1a - 2a @gfm.musiq on Instagram DJ Tega 2a - 3a dj_tega on Instagram Information Source: Tune Town Productions | eventbrite

Experience the mesmerizing performance of Diana Krall at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall in Tucson on May 4, 2025. Known for her soulful voice and exceptional piano skills, Diana Krall is a Grammy Award-winning jazz artist who has captivated audiences worldwide. Don't miss this opportunity to witness her unforgettable live performance at 260 South Church Avenue, AZ, 85701. Get ready for an evening filled with timeless classics and musical mastery.

Welcome Reception (FRIDAY 5/2) Borderlands Brewing Downtown (119 E Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ 8570) 6-10pm Join brothers and kick off a special weekend. 100 Year Anniversary Dinner (SATURDAY 5/3) HUB Restaurant Downtown (266 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701) 7-9pm A very special evening celebrating a historic event with brothers old and new. Semi-formal event, and limited to Delta Chi brothers only. Information Source: Tucson Delta Chi Alumni Board | eventbrite

Experience the mesmerizing performance of Hermanos Gutiérrez at the renowned Rialto Theatre in Tucson. This highly anticipated event is scheduled for May 15, 2025, at the historic venue located at 318 Congress St, AZ, 85701. Prepare to be captivated by the talents of Hermanos Gutiérrez in this unforgettable evening of music and entertainment. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a truly exceptional cultural experience at Rialto Theatre-Tucson.

Enjoy the beauty of Arizona National followed by a delicious lunch back at the pub! Tee tiem 7:30 sharp, please arrive between 6:15-7:00 for check in and to check out our raffle prizes! This year's fundraiser is very close to our hearts. We are raising funds to help cover medical costs and lost income for one of our team that is battling thyroid cancer and recovering from surgery. Information Source: Erin Stockellburg | eventbrite

Take out those golf clubs and dust off those tennis shoes and meet us at tee time for a weekend of fellowship, giving, and golf! The Arizona Achievers Foundation in partnership with the Tucson Sierra Vista AZ Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. host the 5th Annual Golf Tournament. Proceeds from the tournament support leadership and development efforts of the Arizona Achievers Foundation for young men in the community. We thank you in advance for your donation. The tournament is set to take place on Saturday, May 3rd. Check-in starts at 6:30 AM and Shot gun at 7:30 AM. Enjoy Raffles, Awards, & Much More... The Details $135 SINGLE PLAYERS $540 TEAM OF 4 Fee includes: Pre-Tournament Reception, Lunch, Greens Fee, Car Fee, Range Balls, & Swag Bag Mulligans 1 for $7.00 2 for $10.00 Raffle Tickets 5 for $20.00 Tournament Competitions Include: *Hole in One *Closest to the Pin *Men's Longest Drive *Women's Longest Drive Bring your golf buddies, family & friends for a tournament benefiting an amazing organization! WE NEED YOU! Showcase your business and partner with us through our sponsorship opportunities! Copper through Silver can be purchased on Eventbrite. Gold through Platnium can be purchased by contacting: Brother Harrison Blackwell Phone - 520-240-9977 Email - hblackwell47@msn.com Click HERE to download our sponsorship packet! Information Source: TSVA Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. | eventbrite

Ready for a deep dive? Join us for an immersive Spiritual Wellness Day Retreat —a powerful day of growth, reflection, and connection designed for everyone who’s hungry for something deeper. We’ll explore what it means to thrive spiritually in this modern, messy, beautiful world through interactive workshops , guest speakers , and experiential sessions that touch on everything from mindfulness to meaning, shadow to light, healing to purpose. Expect: • A curated lineup of diverse facilitators • A variety of workshop themes • Opportunities for personal reflection and community connection • Morning snacks and a soul-filling midday meal included with your ticket This isn’t your average retreat—it’s a one-day spiritual reboot rooted in Aldea’s unique blend of modern spirituality, inclusivity, depth, and heart. Whether you’re new to this path or a seasoned seeker, come as you are. Leave renewed, inspired, and more connected—to yourself and to others. Information Source: Aldea Spiritual Community | eventbrite

Welcome to Law Matters Presents Cochise Co. w/Border Update ! Join us for an informative session at 1100 N Alvernon Way where we will discuss all things related to law in Cochise County. Our special focus will be on providing you with the latest updates on border issues. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with like-minded individuals. See you there! Information Source: Law Matters | eventbrite

The Desert Horticulture Conference is the premier annual conference for all members of the southwest green industry: landscape architects, designers, growers, retailers, contractors, maintenance personnel, suppliers, and educators. Presenting timely and research-based information relevant for designing, building, maintaining, and producing plants for urban landscapes in the arid Southwest. Information Source: University of Arizona | eventbrite

ALL SKILL LEVELS ARE WELCOME! Been wanting to learn? Now is your chance, in a fun setting with your peers! Registration: $50 Participant Fee Includes: Use of Equipment, Goodie Bag, Lunch & Drink Ticket, Proffesionally coordinated, All Level Fun Clinic followed by Round Robin Mini Tournaments $30 SPECTATOR FEE Includes: Drink Ticket and Lunch ticket RAFFLE PRIZES & TROPHIES Information Source: Northwest Nova Home Loans BBDC | eventbrite

Experience an unforgettable evening with The Martin Sexton Abbey Road Show at 191 Toole in Tucson. The event will take place on May 9, 2025, at the iconic venue located at 191 E Toole Ave, AZ, 85701. Immerse yourself in the timeless music of Martin Sexton as he pays tribute to the legendary Beatles album, Abbey Road. Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness a masterful performance that celebrates the music that has inspired generations. Secure your tickets now for a night filled with beautiful melodies and exceptional artistry.

Experience the captivating "And That's Why We Drink: The Pour Decisions Tour" in Tucson at the renowned Rialto Theatre. The event is scheduled for May 10, 2025, at 318 Congress St, AZ, 85701. Immerse yourself in an evening of riveting storytelling and entertainment as the talented performers take the stage at this iconic venue. Don't miss this unique opportunity to be a part of a memorable night filled with laughter, suspense, and unforgettable moments. Mark your calendar and secure your tickets for a one-of-a-kind experience at the And That's Why We Drink tour.

Metalachi, the world's first and only heavy metal mariachi band, is set to perform at 191 Toole in Tucson on May 17, 2025. Known for their unique blend of traditional mariachi music with heavy metal classics, Metalachi promises a one-of-a-kind musical experience that appeals to a diverse audience. The venue, located at 191 E Toole Ave, AZ, 85701, provides the perfect setting for fans to enjoy an evening of energetic performances and vibrant musical fusion. Don't miss this opportunity to witness Metalachi's electrifying show at 191 Toole in Tucson.

Experience an unforgettable night of country music as Dwight Yoakam with The Mavericks takes the stage at Tucson Arena on May 17, 2025. Located at 260 South Church Street in Tucson, this highly anticipated event promises to showcase the talents of these iconic artists in a night filled with soulful melodies and energetic performances. Don't miss your chance to witness this extraordinary concert in the vibrant city of Tucson.

Experience the electrifying performance of G-Eazy at the Rialto Theatre in Tucson on May 3, 2025, as part of his Helium Tour. Located at 318 Congress St, AZ, 85701, the Rialto Theatre-Tucson provides the perfect backdrop for this highly anticipated event. Don't miss your chance to witness this talented artist live on stage in the vibrant city of Tucson.

Ramona will be performing live at 191 Toole in Tucson on May 4, 2025. The venue is located at 191 E Toole Ave, AZ, 85701. The event promises an unforgettable experience for fans of the band, with their unique blend of indie rock and alternative music. Don't miss this opportunity to see Ramona live on stage at 191 Toole.

Joywave is set to perform at 191 Toole in Tucson on May 5, 2025, bringing their unique blend of indie rock and electronic music to the stage. Fans can expect an unforgettable evening filled with pulsating beats and mesmerizing vocals as Joywave showcases their latest hits alongside fan favorites. Located at 191 E Toole Ave, AZ, 85701, 191 Toole provides the perfect intimate setting for this highly anticipated event. Don't miss the chance to experience Joywave live in concert this spring.