Looking for fun activities to fill out your month of June? We have you covered! Check out the list below to cure your summer boredom.
Events at Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm
June might bring hot temperatures to Tucson, but it brings lavender to Oracle. It's officially bloom season at the Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm and the owners are celebrating with tours, workshops, a fairy festival, an ode to Frida Kahlo and a lavender-themed dinner.
³:Various dates in June
Where:Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm,, Oracle. (Some workshops are available in Tucson at The Lavender Manor,)
Dz:$15 for tours and tastings, $35 to make a lavender wand, $45 to make a lavender wreath, $17 for the fairy festival, $60 for the lavender dinner, $15 for the Frida Kahlo celebration
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Walking tours with the Presidio Museum
Explore Tucson's downtown area with walking tours hosted by the Presidio Museum. There's a long list of tours on the calendar for March, including the Turquoise Trail, Armory Park, Barrio Viejo, Death After Dark and Public Art & Murals.
When:Various dates, check out the calendar.
Where:Locations vary based on tour.
Dz:$30 and up. Pre-registration may be required for these events.
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Baby Capybara Experiences!
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Art Cart with Caroline Martin
Head to local art educator Caroline Martin's art cart, where she brings craft supplies to different locations around Tucson. Choose from three self-guided crafts to complete at each spot!
When:Various dates throughout June
Where:Various places
Cost:$5-$15
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$3 Ticket Tuesdays at Reid Park Zoo
Every Tuesday throughout June and July, admission to Reid Park Zoo will be $3 for everyone!
When: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Tuesdays
Where: Reid Park Zoo,
Cost: $3
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Kayah McMarion, left, and KaLisa Tod perform a dance number with The God Squad during last year’s Tucson Juneteenth Festival. The festival returns June 14 at Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way, and admission is free.
Tucson Juneteenth Festival
The Tucson Juneteenth Festival is celebrating all month long with various fun events, starting on June 4 where they will talk about what to expect this month. Other events include a unity and community celebration, a gospel jubilee, an art show showcasing art from the We Make Art collective and more! The main festival takes place June 14 with a car show, live entertainment, kid-friendly activities, vendors and food trucks.
When:Various dates all month long, festival is 5-10 p.m. Saturday, June 14
Where:Multiple locations; festival is at Kino Sports Complex,
Cost:Festival is free; check other events to see if there are admission fees.
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Discovery Nights at Children's Museum Tucson
Visit Children's Museum Tucson for a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.
When:5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where:Children's Museum Tucson,
Cost:Free to attend
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Tucsonans enjoy the chilly weather with a walk around the Botanical Gardens, 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, Ariz., Jan. 29, 2025.
$5 Fridays at the Tucson Botanical Gardens
Enjoy $5 admission to the Tucson Botanical Gardens every Friday through September 26.
When: Fridays through September 26 (except July 4)
Where: Tucson Botanical Gardens,
Cost: $5
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Movie Night at Tanna’s Botannas
Every Friday, Tanna’s Botannas will be hosting a free movie night under the stars at their newly renovated patio. They suggest coming early so you can grab a good seat and snacks.
When:7:30 p.m. on Fridays
Where:Tanna's Botannas,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for snacks
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Chillin at the Chul
Check out music, spirits and bites at Tohono Chul's summer series. On Saturdays, Tohono Chul has partnered with Children's Museum Oro Valley to provide family-friendly nature play.
When:6-9 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through Aug. 30
Where:Tohono Chul,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for food and drinks
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Summer Safari Nights 2025
Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Friday and Saturday evenings!
When:6-8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
Where:Reid Park Zoo,
Cost:$0-$11.25
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Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater
Enjoy dinner from Dante's Fire alongside a magical theatrical performance.
When:6:30 p.m. Saturdays and most Fridays
Where:Dante's Fire,
Cost:$49 without dinner, $89 with dinner
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Di Luna Saturdays
Head over to Di Luna on Saturdays for a weekly market that features local vendors, food, drinks, flash tattoos and more!
³:9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays
Where:Di Luna,
Dz:Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Revolutionary Poetry Nights
Stop by Revolutionary Grounds Books and Coffee to listen or share your own spoken word.
When: 5 p.m. Friday, June 6
Where: Revolutionary Grounds Books and Coffee,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for drinks
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Queer + Femme Pride Night at 191 Toole
This pride event will feature drag, burlesque, music, crafts and cocktails.
When: 8 p.m. Friday, June 6
Where: 191 Toole,
Cost: $14
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Clothing Swap at Dandelion Cafe
Recently cleaned out your closet? Bring your clean clothing, accessories, shoes and books and swap with others. There will also be music and you can grab a fun drink.
When: 2:30-4:30 p.m. Friday, June 6
Where: Dandelion Cafe,
Cost: Free to attend
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Forro Dance Night
Take a free Forro dance lesson and then show off your new skills at the Brazilian music dance party right after!
When: Class is 7-8 p.m. and the dance party is 8-10 p.m. on Friday, June 6
Where: Zerai’s Intl Bar,
Cost: Free
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Christa Lebron serves vegan bento cakes, specialty drinks and more from the Chez Peachy food truck during the Vegan Night Market on June 1, 2024.
Vegan Night Market
It’s back! The Vegan Night Market by Death Free Foodie and Tucson Foodie will have lots of vegan food, drinks, vintage finds, live music, tattoos and more.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Rillito Park,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping/food
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Borderlands Theater Presents No Place Like Home
This special performance is a community celebration that tells the real life stories of survival and resilience in the words of the people who lived them. There will also be musical performances, food, children's activities, resource booths and more.
³:6 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where:Basketball court at the Ventura Villas Apartments,
Dz:Free to attend
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Laser Gaga
Watch a colorful laser light show set to Lady Gaga’s biggest hits.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium,
Cost: Tickets range from $18-$20
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Pride & Potions: A Cozy & Queer Day In
Join Celestia Collective for their first annual Pride & Potions, a cozy and queer day-in filled with fun activities like yoga, tie-dye, coloring, a tea blend bar and more!
When: 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Tucson Mural Building,
Cost: Various prices
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Saguaro Sunset Night Market
Head to Old Tucson and stroll through the town square where there will be various local artists, live music, crafts, food vendors and more. Entry and parking will be free!
When: 6-9:30 p.m. on June 7 and June 28
Where: Old Tucson,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Club Pride
Get your Pride on this June at Tucson Pride's official pride party where there will be various live performances.
When: 9 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Hotel Congress,
Cost: $15 or $20 day of show
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Patrons use the tables and shade in the courtyard between Rollies and Decibel Coffee Works at the Mercado San Agustin Annex.
MSA Annex Celebrates Lucky #7
Celebrate the MSA Annex’s 7th birthday with $7 drink and food specials, discounts at Why I Love Where I Live and Bella Luna, a face me portrait booth from Warm Shape, live music and a trucker hat pop-up shop.
When: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: MSA Annex,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Bingo with Cats
Play a fun game of bingo with cats and possibly win a prize!
When: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Hunter’s Kitten Lounge,
Cost: $25
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Cool Summer Nights
Enjoy the sights of the Desert Museum at night — in cooler temperatures! Bring a flashlight to walk around and possibly spot a nocturnal animal, touch a stingray and check out themed activities.
When:6-10 p.m.Saturdays June 7 - August 31
Where:Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum,
Cost:$29.95 for adults, $19.95 for kids ages 3-12. $24.95 for Arizona residents.
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Funk Fight at the Pidgin Palace
Local DJs Butta Fly and Carl Hanni will square off at the Funk Fight where they trade half hour sets all evening. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes!
When: 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Pidgin Palace,
Cost: $5
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Second SundAZe at TMA
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every second Sunday for pay-what-you-wish admission. Activities include art-making and yoga.
When:10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 8
Where:Tucson Museum of Art,
Cost:Pay what you wish
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Paint and Sip at The Hoppy Vine
Turn vintage vinyl records into art at the Hoppy Vine where Caroline Martin will help you transform the record into a desert landscape.
When: 3-5 p.m. Sunday, June 8
Where: The Hoppy Vine,
Cost: $49
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Pokémon GEN 1, 2 & 3 Trivia Night
Test your Pokémon knowledge at Snakes & Lattes during their Pokémon trivia night. Questions will cover Pokémon from generations one through three.
When: 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 11
Where: Snakes & Lattes,
Cost: $10
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Summer Fridays at Lodge on the Desert
For this month’s Summer Friday, they will be playing Despicable Me on the lawn. They will also have on-theme food and drinks, a stuffed animal station and local vendors. Make sure to bring your own lawn chairs and blankets!
When: 5 p.m. Friday, June 13
Where: Lodge on the Desert,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Astara’s Midsummer Fairy Lights
Explore the paths of Valley of the Moon under lights, where you might see/hear fairies making music, juggling fire or telling stories.
When: 7-9 p.m. Friday, June 13
Where: Valley of the Moon,
Cost: $7 general admission, $5 for tweens and members and kids under 7 are free
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Goodies 2000s Hip Hop Nite
Reminisce on all the great hip hop music the 2000s had at this fun event.
When: 9 p.m. Friday, June 13
Where: 191 Toole, .
Cost: $22
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Desert Artisans Market
Support local and shop from vendors selling their handmade creations such as crochet plushies, soaps, candles, art, home decor, jewelry, bags and more.
When: 12-5 p.m. Saturday, June, 14
Where: Catalyst Creative Collective,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Twenty-five Tucson restaurants and their chefs and mixologists are competing in the 17th annual World Margarita Championship.
World Margarita Championship
Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance and Tucson Originals Restaurants are hosting the annual World Margarita Championship. Local chefs and restaurants will battle for the margarita champion title, with live judging and a people's choice award.
When:5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14
Where:Westward Look,
Cost:$80. This event is for ages 21 and up.
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Night Ops at the Pima Air & Space Museum
The Pima Air & Space Museum is staying open late four times this summer! Watch as the sun sets over the planes and enjoy themed activities.
When:5-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, June 14, June 28, July 12 and July 26
Where:Pima Air & Space Museum,
Cost:$15 for ages 13 and up, free for ages 12 and under
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Queerdos Bazaar
Monsoon Mystics is holding a Queerdos Bazaar that features lots of local vendors, tarot readings, tattoos, aura photos, food, drinks and more.
When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, June 14
Where: Monsoon Mystics,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for shopping.
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Inner Voice Studios, Six: The Musical (Teen Edition)
Support the amazingly talented teens of Tucson in this not to be missed show. "SIX" is a pop-rock musical that reimagines the lives of Henry VIII's six wives as a pop girl group, allowing them to tell their stories and reclaim their identities in a rock concert.
When:7 p.m. Saturday, June 17
Where:The Rialto Theatre,
Cost:$36
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SoulScape: Art, Meditation and Sound Fusion
Join The Healing Portal for an experience ofguided meditation, intuitive
painting and the healing vibrations ofcrystal sound bowls.No artisticexperience needed, and all supplies are included.
When:6 p.m. Thursday, June 19
Where: The Healing Portal,
Cost: $25
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Free Third Thursday at MOCA
The third Thursday of the month is a party at MOCA. The art museum is open late with free admission. Expect food from Special Eats, beer from Brick Box and tunes from KXCI DJs.
When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, June 19
Where: MOCA,
Cost: Free to attend, bring money for food
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Light the Mic
Light the Mic is a curated artist showcase that centers around Black, queer and local voices.
When:7 p.m. Friday, June 20
Where:Splinter Collective:
Cost:$10 entry
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Thrive Path Paint Night
Thrive Path is hosting a sensory-friendly family art eventfor kids on the autism spectrum and their families to paint together, connect deeper, and make memories.
When:10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Saturday, June 21
Where:
Cost: Prices vary based on number of participants.
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Desert Haze Market
Shop all kinds of vintage clothing when this market pops up at Hotel Congress. Expect about 15 vendors, food and music!
When:6-11 p.m. Saturday, June 21
Where:Hotel Congress,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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The Official Pride Bar Crawl
Get Ready to Crawl, Celebrate, and Shine with The Official Pride Bar Crawl! Enjoya day of colorful drinks, good vibes, and epic bar-hopping fun, followed by a drag show performance and after party.
When:Various times starting at 4 p.m., Saturday June 21
Where:Various Locations
Cost:Various prices starting at $18
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Movies in Marana: The Secret Life of Pets
"Movies in Marana" is returning for a second year, with feature films playing in different Town of Marana parks. These family-friendly showings are perfect for residents and visitors looking for something free and fun to do in the evening hours. June 21 is a#MaranaDogLife theme night, so bring your dogs and enjoy the movie with your furry family.
When:6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 21
Where:Ora Mae Harn Park,
Cost:Free
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Joel D. Valdez Main Library Book Swap
Get rid of old books you’ve already read, or don’t need, and pick up new favorites at this free book swap event.
When:10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sunday, June 22
Where:7th St. Coalition Space,
Cost:Free
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Di Luna Desert Candle and Mosaic Coaster Workshop
Create your own desert themed candle and cute mosaic coaster during this Di Luna workshop!
When:5:15 p.m. Thursday, June 26
Where:Di Luna Candles,
Cost:$45
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Pop Punk Prom at Club Congress
Sing and dance your heart outat Pop Punk Prom! Featuring Pop Up Rebellion,Arizona’s ultimatepop punk, alternative rock, and ska cover band. You can relive all your favorite 2000's punk hits includingblink-182, Green Day, Sum 41, All Time Low, Good Charlotte, and more.
When:7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 26
Where:ClubCongress,
Cost:$10 (advance tickets)
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Customers browse the vintage clothing for sale at the Desert Rack Collective booth during the Summer Night Market at the MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento, on June 30, 2023.
Summer Night Market
Shop from around 60 local makers when the Summer Night Market takes over the MSA Annex every fourth Friday of the month through September!
When:6-10 p.m. Friday, June 27
Where:MSA Annex,
Cost:Free to attend, bring money for shopping
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Summer Block Party by Foodsmart
Stop by the Marana Food Bank for a Summer Block Party that includes free and low-cost food, nutrition resources, live music, games and fun activities for all ages.
When:1-4 p.m. Friday, June 27
Where:Marana Food Bank,
Cost:Free to attend
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Origami Class With Cats
Spend the evening with the felines of Hunter's Kitten Lounge, and learn the art of origami from professional instructor.
When:5:30- 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 28
Where:Hunter's Kitten Lounge,
Cost: $25
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Tucson Pride Bar Crawl
Grab your friends, wear your most fabulous outfits, andcelebrate Pride in style at the biggestPride Bar Crawl! Hopbetween the cities most vibrant bars and venuesand make unforgettable memories. Your Pride Crawl ticket includes: entry to 4+ bars, holiday themed drinks, select food specials, music, and more!
When:4 p.m. Saturday, June 28
Where: Various Locations
Cost: Various prices starting at $18
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Grease Sing-Along
Belt out the lyrics to "Greased Lightning" during this sing-along version of the classic 1978 movie.
When:7;30 p.m. Saturday, June 28
Where:Fox Tucson Theatre,
Cost:$12
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Loveapalooza
Dance the night away at the Rialto Theatre. Featuring Ash to Dust, Coalescent, Swigfoot, Immovable Fate, Already Broken (Noah Martin), Future Fiires, and Znora
When:7 p.m. Saturday, June 28
Where: The Rialto Theatre,
Cost: $10
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HighWire Drag Brunch 2025
Enjoy performances by talented queens while you samplea delicious brunch buffet ofFrench toast casserole and biscuits and gravy, and sip on your favoriteHighWire Craft Spirits or cocktail.
Proceeds from this event are donated to the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation (SAAF).
When:10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.,Sunday, June 29
Where: The Grand,
Cost: $60
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