21 Things to Do in Tucson This Week · May 14–17, 2026

Arts & Culture

The Treasury 1929 Presents: An Evening of Opera, Broadway & Beyond

A curated evening of opera and Broadway performances held inside The Treasury 1929 in downtown Tucson.

Friday, May 15, 2026 5:30 PM · The Treasury 1929, Downtown Tucson

Home, I'm Darling

Live Theatre Workshop presents this sharp comedy about a woman who reinvents herself as the perfect 1950s housewife — until the pressure begins to crack her vintage fantasy.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:00 PM · Live Theatre Workshop, 3322 E Ft Lowell Rd

The Soapbox w/ Zoe Gyuro

Four short personal stories from special guest Zoe Gyuro inspire Tucson's premier improv comedy team in this unique storytelling-meets-improv show.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:30 PM · Tucson Improv Movement, 414 East 9th Street

Desert Rose Social Club Book Club

A welcoming book club meeting at Sonora House in the Sam Hughes neighborhood — all are welcome whether or not you read the book.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 5:30 PM · Sonora House, Sam Hughes, Tucson

Arizona Biennial 2026 Opening

The Tucson Museum of Art opens Arizona Biennial 2026, bringing together 31 contemporary artists from across the state for the region's longest-running statewide juried exhibition.

Friday, May 22, 2026 · Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave

Date Night

Tucson Symphony Orchestra: Star Wars – A New Hope In Concert

The Tucson Symphony Orchestra performs the full score of Star Wars: A New Hope live as the film plays on the big screen at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:30 PM · Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, Tucson Convention Center

NEX 5-Course Craft Beer Dinner with Wren House Brewing Co.

A 5-course dinner paired with Wren House Brewing Co. craft beers at NEX on 4th Avenue — tickets available on OpenTable.

Saturday, May 17, 2026 · NEX, 220 N 4th Ave, Tucson

Food & Drink

Heirloom Farmers Market at Trail Dust Town

A family-friendly weekly market inside Trail Dust Town with live music, food trucks, and local farm goods every Friday morning.

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00 AM · Trail Dust Town, 6541 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson

NEX Brunch on 4th Avenue

Weekend brunch at NEX on 4th Avenue featuring craft cocktails and inventive savory and sweet plates, followed by the Afterlife bar.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 11:00 AM · NEX, 220 N 4th Ave, Tucson

Food Pop-Up: Heart of Africa Kitchen

A one-night African food pop-up at Button Brew House bringing bold, authentic flavors to Tucson.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 6:00 PM · Button Brew House, Tucson

Tucson Asian Night Market

A ticketed Asian night market at Kino Sports Complex with food, vendors, and entertainment — limited to the first 4,000 guests.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 6:00 PM · Kino Sports Complex South, Tucson

Free Events

Groundworks Free Open Hours

Free drop-in hours at Groundworks community space featuring an instrument library, recording studio, art space, and volunteer opportunities.

Friday, May 15, 2026 2:30 PM · Groundworks, Tucson

Improv Jam!

A free open-stage improv jam at Tucson Improv Movement — anyone can get up and try improv comedy.

Friday, May 15, 2026 6:30 PM · Tucson Improv Movement, 414 East 9th Street

Music Under the Stars with the Tucson Pops Orchestra

Free live orchestra performance under the open sky at Reid Park — bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the Tucson Pops.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 7:00 PM · DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center, Reid Park

Yang to Yin Flow – Community Yoga at Himmel Park

Donation-based outdoor yoga at Himmel Park — heat it up with a yang flow, then cool it down with yin, open to all levels.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 6:30 PM · Himmel Park, West Side, Tucson

Music & Nightlife

Femme Drop

An all-female comedy show at Tucson Improv Movement celebrating women in improv.

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:30 PM · Tucson Improv Movement, 414 East 9th Street

Blade Rave at The Rock

A 21+ late-night rave at The Rock featuring electronic music and a charged nightclub atmosphere.

Friday, May 15, 2026 9:00 PM · The Rock, Tucson

Festivals & Special Events

Poppin' Off Summer Night Markets

A summer night market on East Broadway featuring vendors, food, and community vibes under the stars.

Friday, May 22, 2026 6:00 PM · 4570 E Broadway, Tucson

Outdoors & Active

The Friday Night Sabino Stroll

A weekly social evening hike at Sabino Canyon with 8+ fellow Tucsonans — a great way to enjoy the desert at dusk.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:00 PM · Sabino Canyon, Tucson

Tucson Run Club – Wednesday Social Run

A free weekly social run with Tucson Run Club at a conversational pace — new start time of 6:00 PM for the warmer season.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 6:00 PM · Tucson

Family-Friendly

Rillito Park Farmers Market

One of Tucson's largest weekly markets with 80+ vendors offering organic produce, local meats, native plants, and artisan goods.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 8:00 AM · Rillito Racetrack, off Campbell, Tucson