Arizona Senior Guide

“Weird Al” Yankovic (with special guest Emo Philips)
2022-09-27 19:30 (America/Phoenix) | Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 West Congress Street, Tucson, AZ, 85701
Almost four years after his first foray into unfamiliar concert territory with his highly-acclaimed Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour, “Weird Al” Yankovic is pressing his luck again, this time with The Unfortunate Return of the Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. The tour marks Weird Al’s long-anticipated return to the concert stage after his hugely successful Strings Attached Tour in 2019 where he performed each night alongside a full symphony orchestra.
Once again drawing from his back catalogue of 14 studio albums, Weird Al promises to deliver a different set list every night, with no two shows the same. As before, rather than focusing on the hits from his career, the show will feature Yankovic’s non-parody material – the somewhat more obscure pastiches and original songs that have largely escaped the pop culture radar but are adored by his long-time fans. And like the last Vanity Tour, he is leaving behind the high-octane theatrics that he’s known for and going bare-bones – no costumes, no props, no video screens… just Al and his band of almost four decades in smaller, more intimate venues, hanging out on stage, playing music.
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“Weird Al” Yankovic is the biggest-selling comedy recording artist of all time. A five-time Grammy winner, his 2014 release Mandatory Fun was the first comedy album in history to debut at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200. He is one of only five artists to have had Top 40 singles in each of the last four decades, the other four being Michael Jackson, Madonna, U2, and Kenny On August 27, 2018 the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce awarded Weird Al with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Legendary comedian Emo Philips has performed over 7000 stand-up comedy shows across the globe, including a two-week theater run in London’s West End. Career highlights include his acclaimed comedy album E=MO Squared and the hour-long HBO special Emo Philips Live at the Hasty Pudding Theatre. Emo is especially proud, however, of when he got to demonstrate the proper use of a table saw to Weird Al in the film UHF.
More info:
https://foxtucson.com/event/weird-al-yankovic/

The Passing Zone
2022-10-01 19:30 | Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 West Congress Street, Tucson, AZ, 85701
The Passing Zone delivers a high-octane presentation that is full of big laughs, wild stunts, and hilarious audience participation.
They were finalists on “America’s Got Talent,” regulars on “Penn & Teller: Fool Us,” performed on “The Tonight Show,” at the White House, and hold four Guinness World Records. Their combination of comedy, dexterity, danger, and hilarity has audiences on their feet all across the globe.
The Passing Zone is represented by Geodesic Management, LLC

And now, with The Passing Zone Saves the World, Jon and Owen put the world’s troubles on their shoulders, and attempt to save us all! From what? How do they do it? By temporarily suspending gravity. By turning chainsaws into dance partners rather than tools for wiping out rain forests. Through infectious laughter, not infectious disease.
The Passing Zone saves the world from boredom and the mundane by putting themselves at risk for your amusement!
More info:
https://foxtucson.com/event/passing-zone/

27th Annual GPPS Pond Tour
2023-05-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Various Valley locations, Phoenix, AZ
The Greater Phoenix Pond Society is hosting its yearly FREE open house event Saturday, May 13, 2023, 9am- 4pm, at various locations around the valley.
This family friendly event is open to the public, as GPPS members graciously open their private ponds for a day of public viewing. Visit a wide variety of beautiful ponds across the Valley, make new fish friends, ask pond owners questions, and delight in the sounds of babbling waters.
Our enthusiastic members enjoy sharing their ponds, big and small, and hope to inspire future pond lovers. Whether your interests are in ponds, water gardens, koi, goldfish, turtles, fountains, or you are looking for some inspiration for your own yard, join us May 13th!
The tour map, listing all the locations, is available on the GPPS website after Monday May 8th.
The tour is open house format, view the interactive map from our website and visit as many locations as you would like between 9 am and 4 pm- no public restrooms available, bring water and wear weather appropriate clothing, children must be accompanied by adults at all times.
GPPS was founded in 1996, and is a group of pond enthusiasts dedicated to the promotion of water gardening and fish keeping in the Arizona desert.

Summer Safari Nights at the Reid Park Zoo!
2023-05-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court, Tucson, AZ, 85716, United States
Enjoy the Reid Park Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature a different animal and a live music by a different local band.

Animal encounters
Artifact stations
Giraffe feedings
Carousel rides, crafts & games.
Face painting and glitter tattoos available for purchase.
Refresh with dinner and a cold drink at the Flamingo Grill
Live music by some of Tucson’s best bands

Tickets:

Free for Zoo members
$10.50 for adults (ages 15-61)
$8.50 seniors (ages 62+)
$6.50 for children ages 2-14
Free for children under 2

Schedule of Live Music, Activities, and Featured Animals:
(Check the official Summer Safari Nights webpage often for updates on bands and activities!)

May 27: Squirrel Monkeys, Entertainment by Dos Suenos
June 3: Southern White Rhino, Entertainment by Jamie’s Gang
June 10: African Wild Dog, Entertainment by Vinyl Grooves
June 17: Giraffe, Entertainment by Dry Wash Anglers, Shopping Night (showcasing Tucson’s local makers of original artwork and products)
June 24: Chilean Flamingo and Aviaries, Entertainment by After 7
July 1: Grevy’s Zebra, Entertainment by Steve Kozachik.
July 8: African Lion, Entertainment by Leila Lopez.
July 15: Snake & American Alligator, Entertainment by Freddy Parish, Shopping Night (showcasing Tucson’s local makers of original artwork and products)
July 22: Andean Bear, Entertainment TBA
July 29: Baird’s Tapir, Entertainment by The Circus Academy
August 5: Ring-Tailed Lemur & Black-and-White Ruffed Lemur, Entertainment by Mr. Nature’s Music Garden. Award-winning children’s performer.
August 12: African Elephants, Entertainment by Mamma Coal

The Tucson Pops Orchestra: Music Under the Stars: Memorial Day Concert
2023-05-28 19:00 | Georges DeMeester Performance Center, Bucky Steele Dr., Tucson, AZ, 85716
The Tucson Pops Orchestra has been sharing the joy of live music with audiences of all ages since 1955.
Celebrate Memorial Day with the Tucson Pops Orchestra’s Concert Under the Stars! Enjoy classic patriotic pieces like the Star Spangled Banner and Stars and Stripes Forever by the orchestra, followed by special pieces by guest artists The Tucson Latin Jazz Nonet.
The concert is free, but for those who are able, a donation of $10 per person is suggested.
Tips for a pleasant experience:

Please be considerate of our neighbors.
Refrain from talking or creating noise during the concert.
If you bring your dog, by law it must be kept on a leash.
You can bring your own foods & beverages to the park. However, glass containers of any kind are prohibited in Tucson City Parks for the safety of you and others.
Please refrain from smoking in the general seating area or near sales booths.
There is a limited amount of seating at DeMeester which fills up quickly. Please bring folding chairs or a blanket.

Tucson Pops Orchestra contact info:
​Email: info@tucsonpops.org
Phone: (520) 722-5853

Desert Museum: Cool Summer Nights: World Oceans Night
2023-06-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85743
Beat the heat and enjoy the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum when it’s cooler this summer. The Desert Museum will stay open until 9pm every Saturday from June 10-August 26 for their Cool Summer Nights events! Each week will have a different theme with live animal encounters, presentations and activities. Bring your flashlight and explore, enjoy dinner, experience a live animal encounter, let the kids scamper in Packrat Playhouse(6-9pm), feel the touch of a stingray, or participate in special nightly activities.
Please note the following closing times:

Gardens and aviaries will close at 6:45 p.m.
Desert Loop Trail will close at 7:00 p.m.
Stingray Touch Exhibit (additional cost of $2/member or $3/non-member). Open from 6-8:30 p.m.
The Mountain House Gift Shop (near the entrance) is open until 9:00 p.m.
The Ironwood Gift Shop (near the restaurant complex) is open until 8:30 p.m.
The Ocotillo Café is open from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
The Ironwood Terraces Restaurant is open throughout the day until 8:00 p.m.
Phoebé’s Coffee Bar is open throughout the day until 9:00 p.m.

Weekly Themes:

June 17 — Astronomy Night (open till 10:00 p.m. for extra dark skies!)
June 24 — The Magic of Monsoons
July 1 — Dino Night
July 8 — Insectopia
July 15 — Majestic Minerals
July 22 — Creatures of the Night
July 29 — 70s Night
August 5 — All About Art
August 12 — Singing with the Saguaros (sing-a-longs)
August 19 — Bat Night
August 26 — Teacher Appreciation Night

Rattlesnake Alert: Rattlesnakes are more active as it gets dark. They are important members of our natural environment but if you spot one, please alert any volunteer or staff member and maintain your distance. Make sure to bring a flashlight and be alert of where you place your hands & feet. Thank you!
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Graham Nash
2023-06-20 19:30 | Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 West Congress Street, Tucson, AZ, 85701
Legendary artist Graham Nash, as a founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills and Nash, is a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee who has seen rock history unfold at some of its seminal moments – from the launch of the British Invasion to the birth of the Laurel Canyon movement a year later. An extraordinary Grammy Award® winning renaissance artist – and self-described “simple man” – Nash was inducted twice into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, for his work with CSN and his work as a solo artist, beginning with two landmark albums, Songs For Beginners and Wild Tales.

Graham Nash
2023-06-21 19:30 | Celebrity Theatre, 440 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85008
The legendary founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills and Nash, is a two time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. He has written and introduced the soundtrack of our lives for nearly six decades. As he said, “I write about my life, that’s all I have been doing all my life.”

Tucson Pops Orchestra: Independence Day Celebration
2023-07-01 19:30 - 21:00 | St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ, 85701
Enjoy a spectacular concert by The Tucson Pops Orchestra for Independence Day within the beautiful St. Augustine Cathedral in downtown Tucson! Featuring patriotic songs like “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “America the Beautiful.”

Featuring the inaugural performance by the 32-member Tucson Pops Chorus
Under the direction of Matthew Holter and Chach Snook
The concert is free, (but a $10 donation is appreciated if you are able.)
Seating is limited. Please reserve your ticket here.

An Evening with Moody Blues' John Lodge
2023-07-26 19:30 | Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 West Congress Street, Tucson, AZ, 85701
The Moody Blues’ John Lodge announces July 2023 USA dates on his ‘Days of Future Passed’ tour.
The vocalist, songwriter and bass player of the Moody Blues will play the iconic album ‘Days of Future Passed’ in its entirety plus a selection of classic hits.
‘If you love The Moody Blues music, then you really need to checkout John live. He and the band put on a great show!’—Beneath a Desert Sky
JOHN LODGE, legendary bass player, songwriter and vocalist of The Moody Blues and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, has announced that he will be bringing his incredible new show “Performs Days of Future Passed” to the Mid-West and West Coast of the USA in July. JOHN, together with his 10,000 Light Years Band, will perform The Moody Blues’ groundbreaking album, Days of Future Passed, in its entirety with a special recording by the late Graeme Edge and performances by Jon Davison of YES. The show will also feature a first half set of Moody Blues’ classics, including all of John’s hits, “Ride My See-Saw”, “I’m Just a Singer (in a Rock and Roll Band)”, “Isn’t Life Strange”, to name just a few, plus tributes to all his band mates, as he continues in his quest to ‘keep all the Moody Blues music alive’. The tour starts July 12 in Edwardsville, IL, and ends on July 29 in Thousand Oaks, and includes Chicago, Detroit, Denver, Milwaukee, Phoenix, Las Vegas and many other cities that John has never before toured with his solo band.

Little Feat with Dirty Dozen Brass Band
2023-08-03 19:30 | Celebrity Theatre, 440 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85008
Little Feat: Boogie Your Summer Away Tour with Dirty Dozen Brass Band
As Martha & The Vendellas once said, “Summer’s here and the time is right / For dancing in the street” Or anywhere else you choose, because Little Feat is planning to Boogie Your Summer away with Dirty Dozen Brass Band!

Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience Tucson
2023-08-18 | Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ, 85737
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is a 360º digital art exhibition in Tucson that invites you to step into the universe of the Dutch genius, Vincent van Gogh. This captivating experience, a previous winner of USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award, is brought to you by the organizers of a collection of widely successful exhibitions present in cities across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Words don’t do this event justice. Look at the images and videos from their website to get a better sense of what the event is. https://vangoghexpo.com/tucson
Opening hours: (time slots available every half hour)
Monday and Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (last entry at 7 p.m.)
Tuesday and Wednesday: closed
Friday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. (last entry at 8 p.m.)
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. (last entry at 8 p.m.)
Sunday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. (last entry at 7 p.m.)
Duration: approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes
All ages
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Summer Friday Night BBQs at the Tucson Raquet Club
2023-08-18 17:30 - 20:30 | Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club, 4001 N. Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ, 85716
Looking for a fun poolside party? Check out the Friday Night Barbecues at The Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club from 5:30pm – 8:30pm over the summer: May 5th – September 29th. Live music, swimming (2 pools and jacuzzi), and tennis. Grilled favorites (burgers, hotdogs, chips etc) available for purchase. Grab your lawn chair or blanket and while the kids play in the pool enjoy some good music in a safe, friendly atmosphere. Open to non-members for $6/person. Members and their accompanied guests are of course admitted at no charge. Lifeguards are on duty.

Chicago
2023-08-18 20:00 | Celebrity Theatre, 440 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85008
Hailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era”, the legendary rock and roll band with horns, Chicago, came in as the highest charting American band in Billboard Magazine’s Top 125 Artists Of All Time.

Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge, 2024
2023-08-24 18:00 - 20:30 | El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort, 10000 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85704
Presented by SAACA & El Conquistador, the 11th Annual Salsa, Tequila, & Taco Challenge is bound to elevate cocktail craft and culinary creativity once again. Attendees of this trademark culinary competition can anticipate a variety of unique food and cocktail samples ready for their enjoyment. Previous iterations of this event hosted such mastercraft creations as salsa infused with chicharrones, a dulce de leche dessert taco, and even a watermelon Sour Patch Kids margarita!
Over 700 enthusiastic attendees celebrate the community at this vibrant event, voting for the best salsa, tequila, and tacos crafted by acclaimed mixologists and chefs. This event masterfully combines culinary artistry, live music, captivating entertainment like live lucha libre wrestling, live artist painting, and rich local culture, making it one of Southern Arizona’s most colorful summer food festivals!
Ages 21+
6PM-8:30PM
Tickets $100
Tickets include libation, and menu samplings from 30 local professional and emerging restaurants and chefs, with custom salsa and tequila cocktails in over 15 categories. Includes access to live entertainment all night.
Tickets here:
https://saaca.thundertix.com/events/

The Downtown Public Art and Murals Walking Tour
2023-08-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum, 196 N. Court Ave., Tucson, AZ, 85701
Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez will lead a tour of public art and murals throughout downtown Tucson. The 2-mile tour begins at the Presidio Museum, winds through the historic neighborhood and downtown, ending south of Congress Street. Along the way, learn about the artist and public art work of several murals and public art pieces.
Pre-registration is required.
August 26 Registration HERE.
September 23 Registration HERE.

Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge
2023-08-26 18:00 - 20:00 | El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort, 10000 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85704
Sample and then vote for the best salsa, tequila and tacos in the region from participating mixologists and chefs. Admission includes access to 50+ cocktail, beer, salsa and taco competition samplings,
live music and entertainment.
Ages 21+
Admission at 6 PM
Proceeds support the SAACA’s Community Arts Programming

Tickets here:
https://saaca.thundertix.com/events/215264

End of Summer White Party
2023-08-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Forty Niner Country Club, 12000 E. Tanque Verde, Tucson, AZ, 85749
Join us poolside at the Forty Niner Country Club for a premier end-of-summer White Party. Come dressed in your very best summer whites and experience incredible appetizers from our new Chef Brian Smith as well as some sweet vibes from DJ MatLuv.
General Admission – $50
General Members Admission – $45
V.I.P. Members Only – $100
Members Only VIP Sectioned off Area is limited and will include table/bottle service, champagne and an exclusive appetizer bar.
More info here:
https://www.fortyninercc.com/event/end-of-summer-white-party/

Rillito Park Farmers Market (Heirloom Farmers Market)
2023-09-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Rillito Park Racetrack, 4502 N 1st Avenue, Tucson, 85719
Tucson’s largest year-round farmers market is located in the Southeast corner of Rillito Park, along the bike trail known as The Loop. The weekly Sunday Rillito Park Farmers Market hosts farmers, ranchers and artisan food purveyors featuring local produce and fresh cuisine. Four pavilions provide shade for a 5,000 square foot shopping area, and along with the center entertainment circle, host a variety of small businesses. This market offers quarterly chef demonstrations, seasonal food festivals, bicycle-friendly events, and local live music.
OPEN EVERY SUNDAY
8AM – 12PM (APR – SEP)
9AM – 1PM (OCT– FEB)
830AM – 1230 PM (FEB – APR) DURING RACING SEASON
Rillito Park Farmers Market Food Pavilion is located off of 1st Ave. and River Rd., on the southeast side of the Rillito Park Racetrack’s parking lot. The pavilion is accessible and has restrooms on site.
Please note that no dogs or pets of any kind (even those in arms) are allowed at this farmer’s market.

Gadsden-Pacific Division Toy Train Operating Museum - open house
2023-09-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Gadsden-Pacific Division Toy Train Operating Museum, 3975 N. MILLER AVE., Tucson, AZ, 85705-2275
The GADSDEN-PACIFIC TOY TRAIN OPERATING MUSEUM is a charitable, not-for-profit 501 (C) (3) corporation dedicated to the hobby of model railroading by providing the public with an interactive museum of operating toy train layouts, displays and exhibits.
Today’s museum started as a club of twenty-five individuals in 1980 and has grown steadily over the years to over 130 members. Although we first opened our doors to the public in 1988 from within the Foothills Mall, we moved in 1998 to our current location. The museum has grown to include G gauge, standard gauge, S gauge, HO gauge, N gauge and Z gauge operational layouts throughout the display area. Visitors may operate the trains and accessories throughout the museum by pushing buttons located with the displays, all at tabletop level to give visitors a better view of all trains.
We even have model trains running outdoors, a real caboose that you can walk through, and a 7.5″ gauge ride-on train (which runs if the weather is ok.)
Hours
We are open every Sunday afternoon from 1:00 to 4:00 September through May. We will be closed on Easter Sunday, (plus Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and/or New Year’s Day if they fall on a Sunday) and throughout June, July and August.
Admission is $5.00, but as many as 6 of your crew can get in for a total of $10.00!
Information Line: 520-888-2222
A living, breathing (so far) person answers these calls most days during what other organizations call normal business hours.

Labor Day Luau at Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort
2023-09-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort, 5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85718
You’re invited to Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort’s very first Labor Day Luau! Join us Sunday, September 3rd from 6pm to 9pm for a festive evening featuring a Hawaiian-inspired buffet, tiki cocktails, themed live music and entertainment! Enjoy our beautiful resort grounds, hula dancers, delicious cuisine and specialty tiki cocktails crafted by our talented bartenders. Make the most out of this event by booking an overnight stay with us — visit haciendadelsol.com/accommodations to make a room reservation.
Portions of the proceeds will go to Hawaii Region American Red Cross supporting those affected by the Maui wildfires. Please consider making further personal donations to American Red Cross Hawaii Region, The Maui Strong Fund, and The Salvation Army Hawaii and Pacific Island Division.
$70 per Person – Includes Buffet, Souvenir Tiki Mug, and One Tiki Cocktail or Mocktail
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Free Tour of the Historic Fox Theatre
2023-09-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 West Congress Street, Tucson, AZ, 85701
We love to show off our beautiful, historic theatre and share the many, remarkable stories it embodies! Join us on one of our monthly, free public tours. Join us at 12:00 noon on the first Tuesday of each month (except no tour in July) in the theatre’s entryway.
Donations are welcome to help our non-profit keep the history alive.
Please note: this tour involves climbing many stairs.
Interested in setting up a private tour? If you are part of a group of ten to twenty-five people that would want a tour, contact Jordan Wiley-Hill at jordan@foxtucson.com.

Aladdin, Broadway Musical
2023-09-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Broadway in Tucson (at UofA’s Centennial Hall), 1020 E. University Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85721
Discover a whole new world at Disney’s ALADDIN, the hit Broadway musical.
From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of ALADDIN, a thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.
Recommended for ages 6+.
Hailed by USA Today as “Pure Genie-Us,” ALADDIN features all your favorite songs from the film as well as new music written by Tony® and Academy Award® winner Alan Menken (Newsies) with lyrics penned by the legendary Howard Ashman (Beauty and the Beast), Tony Award winner Tim Rice (The Lion King, Aida), and book writer Chad Beguelin (The Wedding Singer).
Directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon, Something Rotten!),this “Fabulous” and “Extravagant” (The New YorkTimes) new musical boasts an incomparable design team, with sets, costumes and lighting from Tony Award winners Bob Crowley (Mary Poppins), Gregg Barnes (Kinky Boots), and Natasha Katz (An American in Paris). See why audiences and critics agree, ALADDIN is “Exactly What You Wish For!” (NBC-TV).
“A shining, shimmering, splendid magic carpet ride! Aladdin is glorious to look at, funny, topical — and definitely not just for kids. ” – Deborah Wilker, The Hollywood Reporter

Individual ticket sales go on sale Friday, June 9 at noon
Tuesday, September 5 at 7:30 PM
Wednesday, September 6at 7:30 PM
Thursday, September 7 at 7:30 PM
Friday, September 8 at 8 PM
Saturday, September 9 at 2 PM (ASL Interpreted Performance)
Saturday, September 9 at 8 PM
Sunday, September 10 at 1 PM
Sunday, September 10 at 6:30 PM (Open Caption)
Important Event Info: No cameras, audio or video devices allowed. Unless otherwise noted, each person must have a ticket regardless of age. There is no elevator. Stairs only to the Mezzanine level. Accessible, hearing and sight impaired seating is available in the Orchestra section through Ticketmaster and the venue Box Office. Assistive listening devices are available on a first come first served basis in the lobby of theater. Service animals must be tethered at all times, and must rest in the seating area with handler that is appropriate for animals size, not in the aisles. Because our seating area has narrow rows, we ask that patrons inform us prior to bringing a service animal to Centennial Hall, so that we may reserve the best area for both patron and animal. Please contact the Box Office by calling 520-621-3341 for event-specific policies.

Buddy Guy
2023-09-08 20:00 | Celebrity Theatre, 440 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85008
Buddy Guy w/ Special Guest Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
“Searing… masterful…. Buddy Guy…shows no signs of decreasing productivity.” – Rolling Stone
Performing hits from throughout his career, Buddy Guy proves that it gets greater later as he continues to record and tour around the world.

The Book of Mormon, Broadway Musical
2023-09-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Broadway in Tucson (at UofA’s Centennial Hall), 1020 E. University Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85721
The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it “Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical.

This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation.
Contains explicit language.
Performance Schedule
Friday, September 15 at 8 PM
Saturday, September 16at 2 PM
Saturday, September 16at 8 PM
Sunday, September 17at 1 PM
Sunday, September 17at 6:30 PM
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Weekend Market at St Philips Plaza
2023-09-16 08:00 - 12:00 | St Philips Plaza, 4280 N Campbell Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85718
Check out this weekly open air market located on the southeast corner of Campbell and River. This beautiful and shaded plaza hosts a local market every weekend featuring uniquely Tucson local artists, makers, creators, food businesses, and live music.
Vendors vary weekly but often include silversmithing and jewelry making, exquisite handmade clay pottery, beautifully crafted and authentic Mexican and Native American merchandise, fresh baked goods, roasted chili peppers, raw, local desert honey, and fresh produce, blooming plants and cactus, artisan soaps and skincare, and more.
Saturdays & Sundays
October – April: 10 am – 3 pm
May – September: 8 am – 12 pm

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band
2023-09-19 19:30 | Linda Ronstadt Music Hall (Tucson Music Hall), 260 S Church Ave, Tucson, AZ, 85701
Danny Zelisko presents the legendary Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band will be headed to the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall Tuesday, September 19!
Be sure to catch this living legend LIVE right here in Tucson! TICKETS ON-SALE NOW!
Ringo affirmed. “I love playing with the All Starrs and can’t wait to be back out on the road again with this band. I send Peace and Love to you all and we hope to see you out there.”
2022 was a busy year for Ringo that included Spring and Fall tour dates with his All Starr band. Ringo also released EP3 on September 16, 2022 and on November 18, 2022 EP3 was issued on 10” vinyl and blue cassette and accompanied with a new music video, “Everyone and Everything.” On November 25, 2022 Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band Live at the Greek 2019 (Roccabella via BFD/The Orchard) was released on Blu Ray, DVD, CD and a special yellow double vinyl. In addition, Ringo created 500 life sized “Peace and Love” sculptures of his iconic hand symbol. These were sold exclusively through Julien’s Auctions to benefit the Lotus Foundation.
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Kansas - Another Fork in the Road, 50th Anniversary Tour (CANCELED)
2023-09-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 West Congress Street, Tucson, AZ, 85701
*CANCELED*
“We regret to inform you that due to a family emergency in the Kansas family, our show will not go on as planned tonight. There will be no performance at the Fox this evening. Thanks for your understanding. Stay tuned for rescheduling and ticket information.” – Fox Theatre, 9/19/23
With a legendary career spanning five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This “garage band” from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide.
Composing a catalogue that includes sixteen studio albums and five live albums, KANSAS has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-Platinum albums (Leftoverture, Point of Know Return, Best of KANSAS), one platinum live album (Two for the Show), one quadruple-Platinum single ‘Carry On Wayward Son,’ and another triple-Platinum single ‘Dust in the Wind.’ KANSAS appeared on the Billboard charts for over 200 weeks throughout the ‘70’s and ‘80’s and played to sold-out arenas and stadiums throughout North America, Europe and Japan. ‘Carry On Wayward Son’ continues to be one of the top five most played songs on classic rock radio, and ‘Dust In the Wind’ has been played on the radio more than three million times!
The band is currently comprised of original drummer Phil Ehart, bassist/vocalist Billy Greer, vocalist/keyboardist Ronnie Platt, violinist/guitarist David Ragsdale, keyboardist/vocalist Tom Brislin, and original guitarist Richard Williams. With no signs of slowing down, KANSAS continues to perform in front of large and enthusiastic audiences around the world.
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Arizona State Fair, 2023
2023-09-22 16:00 - 22:00 | Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85007
The award-winning fun starts spinning Friday, September 22 through Sunday, October 29, open Thursdays – Sundays.
Since 1884, the annual Arizona State Fair has drawn large crowds and entertained many with their amusement rides, food booths, and commercial sales booths.

Animal shows (sheep, rabbits, cows, goats, camel dairy, poultry and more)
4-H
Livestock Auction
Petting Zoos
Carnival Rides
Carnival Games
Shows (Comedy, aerial acrobatics, bird show, dance, circuses, magician, and more )
Fairytales on Ice: Beauty & the Beast (ice skating show)
Arts and Crafts shows/contests (Quilts, painting, photography,
Culinary/Baking contests
Monster Truck show
Live Music (mariachis, guitarists, steel drums, DJs)
Concerts* (Walker Hayes, Becky G, Ne-yo, Brothers Osborne, Viloent Femmes, Carly Pearce). *Prices start at $25 and include Fair Admission ($15). Concerts have no opener, so you can grab a Turkey Leg before the show and have time for a funnel cake.
Cover/Tribute Bands (AC/DC, Santana, Chicago, KISS, Queen, Rolling Stones, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Tina Turner, Prince, Michael Jackson, The Eagles, Black-Eyed Peas, Bon Jovi, Bruno Mars, Van Halen, Billy Joel, Green Day)
Dirt track car races
Rodeo shows

Cost
$15 General Admission for Guests 8+
Children 7 and under are free
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Hours
Opening weekend (Fri-Sun Sep 22-24) gates open at 4 p.m.

Admission Gate Hours starting September 28 (Approximate)
Mon, Tues and Wed: CLOSED
Thursday: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Carnival closes when La Grande XL Wheel’s lights turn off.
Barns close at 9 p.m.
North and South Halls of Coliseum close at 10 p.m.
Shopping Pavilion and The Hangout close at 10 p.m.
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DEALS:

Friends 55+ Day, Oct 13
12pm-6pm Friday October 13, 2023
Code: Fun4All
Enjoy scheduled entertainment that includes exciting rounds of bingo with Hip Historian Marshall Shore and groove to the iconic hits of the King of Pop himself with our electrifying Michael Jackson tribute band.
Unlimited Ride Wristbands, Thursdays
Thursdays are for unlimited ride fun. Purchase wristbands on-site only from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. for $50. Wristbands honored until 8:30 pm.
*Wristbands purchased outside the Fairgrounds will not be valid.
Fast Passes
For just $30, speed up your fun with a Fast Pass. Daily quantities are limited, and must be purchased inside the Fairgrounds.
*Fast Passes purchased outside the Fairgrounds will not be valid.
Feel Good Fridays (Canned Food Drive days)
September 29, October 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 12pm – 6pm
Bring 10 cans/items of non-perishable food on a Fair Friday, and receive one free admission (10 pieces/1 admission ticket)! All donations will benefit Operation Santa Claus and St. Mary’s Food Bank.
$3 Taste of the Fair Fridays
Fridays (except opening Friday) from 12pm to 6pm
FAIR IS… FOR THE FOODIES! One of the most prominent aspects of any fair experience is the food. Step into a world where indulgence meets excitement, where every bite is a new adventure. The fair isn’t just about rides and games – it’s a journey that caters to every palate. Everything from fry bread, corn dogs, funnel cakes, and more- enjoy $3 fair food items at every food stand on Foodies, rejoice at this stellar deal!
This deal is active: (September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27 from 12 pm – 6 pm).
Armed Forces Day, Oct 20
October 20 from 12pm – 6pm
FAIR IS… FOR OUR HEROES! We are honored to extend a heartfelt salute to the men and women who have served our nation. To express our deep appreciation for their sacrifices and dedication, we’ve partnered with Vet Tix to provide free fair admission exclusively for veterans on Armed Forces Day Friday (OCTOBER 20TH) presented by Global Credit Union. From 12pm – 6pm, veterans can enter with their ticket via Vet Tix and enjoy the day at the fair.If you, or someone you know has served or is currently serving, we invite you to submit a photo of them to display on video screens across the fairgrounds on Armed Forces Day. Furthermore, we welcome everyone to stop by the Global Credit Union booth to write a short letter to send to troops currently serving overseas. This initiative embodies our gratitude and respect for those who have and are selflessly protecting our freedoms and upholding our values.
Read & Ride (Kids 5 – 14, earn free rides)
Reading 1 book gets you 1 free ride. You can redeem up to 3 ride passes.
Experience the Arizona State Fair’s Read and Ride Program—a captivating fusion of education and entertainment. Designed to inspire young minds, this innovative initiative encourages reading while offering an unforgettable Fair experience. Achieve reading goals and be rewarded with access to thrilling rides. Join us at the Arizona State Fair for an extraordinary adventure, where literature and exhilarating rides collide. Download the book report below and unlock a world of excitement, knowledge, and endless possibilities.Pick 1-3 books and have your teacher, parent, or guardian approve. Using the Official Read and Ride Report Form (links below), share with us what the book was about, including a memorable moment. Have your teacher, parent, or guardian sign and verify the Official Read and Ride Report Form before driving to the Arizona State Fair.
Online form & print
PDF form & printBring the printed and signed form above to the Shopping Pavilion during the Arizona State Fair to receive your free ride pass(es). Check the Fairgrounds map on the website for the Shopping Pavilion location. You must be there to redeem the report for ride pass(es). Grown-ups may accompany you.
Please note: the Official Read and Ride Report Form does not include Fair admission

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The Beach Boys in Concert
2023-09-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ, 85226
As vanguards of the California surf rock sound belting out beach-themed, summertime lyrics backed by harmonized vocals, the Beach Boys personify surf culture, popularizing it worldwide. This garbage band-turned-pop legends are influences for derivative rock music, such as punk rock and garage rock, and musical artists and groups, including Paul McCartney and R.E.M. The Beach Boys North American tour of 2017-2018 features music from the group’s compilation album, 1967 – Sunshine Tomorrow, which was released in June 2017. This album includes unreleased songs and live recordings, including “Wild Honey” and “California”– a Billboard chart-topping rock ‘n’ roll hit. Expect to hear other tour music from this musical group’s other popular albums, including Pet Sounds, Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!), Surfin’ U.S.A. , and All Summer Long. Some of the group’s previous tours are the 2012 50th Reunion Tour, and 2016 Pet Sounds 50th Anniversary World Tour.
The Beach Boys live concert experience involves listening to the glossy vocal harmonizing in the signature California rock tunes the group is known for alongside a live band playing the relaxing, psychedelic sounds from hits such as “Surfin’ U.S.A.” and “Barbara Ann.” The Beach Boys’ accolades stretch decades, including multiple Grammy Award nominations for “Good Vibrations” in 1967, a 1989 Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for “Kokomo,” a 2001 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and Hall of Fame inductions in 1994 for “Good Vibrations” and in 2017 for “I Get Around.” Check out The Beach Boys concert tour dates to see this classic American rock ‘n’ roll group live.
Current Touring Members of the Beach Boys:

Mike Love
Bruce Johnston
Tim Bonhomme
Christian Love
Randy Leago
Keith Hubacher
John Wedemeyer
Jon Bolton
*Actor John Stamos may play with them on this tour. *

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