22 Things to Do in Tucson This Week · April 30–May 3, 2026

Music & Nightlife

International Jazz Day — The Jazzmantics at Brother John's

The Tucson Jazz Society presents The Jazzmantics performing jazz interpretations of beloved songs, with pianist Les Paul Roque at the Bavarian-inspired beer garden and BBQ kitchen.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 · Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ, Tucson

The Story So Far at Rialto Theatre

Pop-punk favorites The Story So Far bring their high-energy live show to the intimate Rialto Theatre in Tucson.

Friday, May 1, 2026 · Rialto Theatre, Tucson

Tucson International Mariachi Conference Espectacular Concert

The crown jewel of the 43rd annual Tucson International Mariachi Conference, featuring top mariachi performers in a spectacular live concert at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall.

Friday, May 1, 2026 7:00 PM · The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, Tucson Convention Center

Cinco de Mayo Pre Party at The Maverick

Tucson's #1 country bar hosts a Cinco de Mayo pre-party with Chauncey Jones live at 9pm, prizes, giveaways, $3 margaritas, and $4 Mexican beers.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 9:00 PM · The Maverick Live Music Venue, Tucson

Festivals & Special Events

Fiesta de Garibaldi

A festive outdoor celebration at Jácome Plaza downtown featuring mariachi performances and cultural festivities as part of the Tucson International Mariachi Conference weekend.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 10:00 AM · Jácome Plaza, Downtown Tucson

TYP Connects | Connect Local in Oro Valley with Local First Arizona

Tucson Young Professionals hosts a community mixer in Oro Valley focused on connecting local businesses and young professionals through Local First Arizona.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 5:30 PM · Southwest Heritage Bank, Oro Valley

Date Night

International Jazz Day at Hotel Congress

Naomi Uyama & Her Handsome Devils bring roaring '20s energy to Hotel Congress Plaza for International Jazz Day, with a beginner Lindy Hop lesson before the swing party kicks off.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 · Hotel Congress, Downtown Tucson

NEX Happy Hour

Daily happy hour at NEX Restaurant + Afterlife in downtown Tucson, featuring craft cocktails, mocktails, truffle pommes frites, and a vibe that blends modern dining with late-night energy.

Friday, May 1, 2026 3:00 PM · NEX Restaurant + Afterlife, 220 N 4th Ave, Downtown Tucson

Food & Drink

Cinco de Mayo Weekend on the Rooftop at Playground

Kick off Cinco de Mayo weekend with a rooftop party at Playground Bar & Lounge in downtown Tucson.

Friday, May 1, 2026 · Playground Bar & Lounge, Downtown Tucson

Progressive Dinner Tour Downtown Tucson

A guided progressive dinner tour through multiple downtown Tucson restaurants, including paella and specialty dishes at Basqueria, Charro Steak Del Rey, Hub, Reilly Pizza, and more.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Downtown Tucson

Sonoran Dog Showdown

Rollies West and the Mercado District team up for the first-ever Sonoran Dog Showdown, a competition where six vendors compete to be crowned best Sonoran dog in Tucson.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Mercado District, Tucson

Free Events

Improv Jam!

Open improv jam at Tucson Improv Movement — anyone who wants to get on stage and try improv comedy is welcome in this free show.

Friday, May 1, 2026 6:30 PM · Tucson Improv Movement, 414 East 9th Street, Tucson

Sunset Yoga at Himmel Park

Donation-based DJed all-levels yoga flow at sunset followed by additional community offerings at Himmel Park — new start time is 6:30 PM.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 6:30 PM · Himmel Park, Tucson

Music Under The Stars with the Tucson Pops Orchestra

The Tucson Pops Orchestra performs under the stars at DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center — bring a chair or blanket, free admission.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:00 PM · DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center at Reid Park, Tucson

Community Craft Night with SoGayCrochet at Cheba Hut

Local maker SoGayCrochet hosts a free community craft night at Cheba Hut on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month — bring your project, make new friends.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · Cheba Hut, Tucson

Arts & Culture

The Soapbox w/Caryn Paye

Four short personal stories from guest Caryn Paye inspire Tucson's premier improv comedy team in this storytelling-meets-improv show.

Friday, May 1, 2026 7:30 PM · Tucson Improv Movement, 414 East 9th Street, Tucson

Mosaic Quarter Mural Installations Reveal

Mosaic Quarter unveils a privately funded mural partnership with six Tucson muralists including Ignacio Garcia, Joe Pagac, and Rock Martinez at the Iceplex and Field House.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Mosaic Quarter, Tucson

Family-Friendly

Reptile Ramble at Tohono Chul Park

Get up close with desert reptiles including snakes, lizards, tortoises, and turtles in a hands-on educational experience at Tohono Chul Park.

Friday, May 1, 2026 9:00 AM · Tohono Chul Park, Tucson

Train Day at Southern Arizona Transportation Museum

See Locomotive 1673, climb into the cab and ring the bell, explore exhibits, do children's activities, and enjoy live music by Bill DiVinney and the Southern Comfort Band — free admission.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 10:00 AM · Southern Arizona Transportation Museum, 414 N Toole, Tucson

Outdoors & Active

Full Moon Hike at Tumamoc

A popular full moon hike with Tucson's 20-30 somethings meetup group — this one is waitlisted, so sign up early for a magical night on the trail.

Friday, May 1, 2026 6:30 PM · Tumamoc Hill, Tucson

Tucson Run Club Wednesday Run

Tucson Run Club meets for a casual 3-mile run at yapping pace from MSA Annex — new start time is 6:00 PM to beat the heat.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 6:00 PM · MSA Annex, Tucson

Sports

Thursday Night Shootout at Dorado Country Club

A weekly 4-person scramble 9-hole golf evening at Dorado Country Club with brewery samples on site, a raffle worth $750 in prizes, and a $30 entry fee covering greens fee, cart, and prizes.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 · Dorado Country Club, Tucson