21 Things to Do in Tucson This Week · September 3–6, 2026

Food & Drink

Sonoran Restaurant Week

120 participating restaurants across Tucson offer special prix-fixe menus and discounts celebrating the flavors of the Sonoran Desert UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Friday, September 4, 2026 through Saturday, September 13, 2026 · Various restaurants, Tucson

NEX Special Sonoran Restaurant Week Menu

NEX on 4th Avenue offers a special three-course Sonoran Restaurant Week menu with scratch-made dishes and locally inspired ingredients.

Friday, September 4, 2026 through Sunday, September 13, 2026 · NEX, 220 N. 4th Ave, Downtown Tucson

Salsa, Tequila, and Taco Challenge

More than 40 Southern Arizona restaurants and beverage innovators present salsa dishes, tacos, and tequila-inspired cocktails in a lively competition format.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM · El Conquistador Resort Tucson

Festivals & Special Events

Colors of the Stone

Shop 300 exhibits featuring handcrafted jewelry, beads, gemstones, art, and unique goods, plus daily workshops at Casino del Sol Resort — free admission.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 through Sunday, September 6, 2026 Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Casino del Sol Resort, Tucson

Old Tucson Night Markets

35 local vendors showcase food, arts, crafts, and more at Old Tucson's summer night market with rides, free parking, and free admission against a Sonoran Desert backdrop.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM · Old Tucson, 201 Kinney Rd

Mexican Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate Tucson's Mexican history with Ballet Folklorico and mariachi performances, El Grito delivered by the Mexican Consulate, and a lecture on the history of El Grito.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Presidio San Agustin Del Tucson Museum, 196 N Court Ave

Music & Nightlife

Flotsam and Jetsam at The Rock

Heavy metal legends Flotsam and Jetsam headline The Rock with support from Sleeping With The Witch and Tormenta.

Friday, September 4, 2026 Doors 7:00 PM · The Rock Tucson

Country Labor Day Kickoff – Mark Miller Live at The Maverick

The Maverick kicks off Labor Day weekend with live country music from Mark Miller, two-stepping, and honky-tonk drink specials.

Friday, September 4, 2026 9:00 PM · The Maverick, Tucson

Happy's Birthday & Chromatic Cowboy Concert at Groundworks

Live concert at Groundworks featuring touring acts Happy's Birthday and Chromatic Cowboy with tickets at $10.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 7:00 PM · Groundworks, Tucson

The Mars Volta at La Rosa

Legendary prog-rock outfit The Mars Volta performs at La Rosa with support from Kianí in one of the most anticipated rock shows of the season.

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 Doors 6:30 PM / Show 7:30 PM · La Rosa, Tucson

TajMo: Room On The Porch Tour 2026

Blues legends Taj Mahal and Keb' Mo' team up for a joint touring show at the Fox Tucson Theatre.

Sunday, September 13, 2026 7:00 PM · Fox Tucson Theatre

Arts & Culture

Milagros de Esperanza: Celebrando El Legado de Julie Gallego

A cultural celebration honoring the legacy of Julie Gallego at the historic Fox Tucson Theatre.

Friday, September 4, 2026 7:00 PM · Fox Tucson Theatre

The Soapbox w/ Robert Contreras

Three personal stories from guest Robert Contreras inspire Tucson's premier improv comedy team in this unique storytelling-meets-improv format.

Friday, September 4, 2026 7:30 PM · 414 East 9th Street, Tucson

Arizona Underground Film Festival (AZUFF)

The 19th Arizona Underground Film Festival brings bizarre, mind-bending independent films from across the globe to Tucson, including world premieres.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 through Sunday, September 20, 2026 · The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St, Tucson

Free Events

September Tucson ArtWalk at Wilde Meyer Gallery

The monthly ArtWalk returns on the first Thursday with great art, light refreshments, and live music by harpist Vanessa Myers at Wilde Meyer Gallery.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 · Wilde Meyer Gallery, Tucson

Courtyard Cinema at TMA

Outdoor film screening in the courtyard of the Tucson Museum of Art on a Friday evening.

Friday, September 4, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Tucson Museum of Art

Improv Jam! at Tucson Improv Movement

A free participatory improv comedy jam where anyone can get on stage and try improv for the first time or just enjoy the show.

Friday, September 4, 2026 6:30 PM · 414 East 9th Street, Tucson

Sunset Yoga at Himmel Park

Tucson Community Yoga hosts donation-based outdoor sunset yoga on the west side of Himmel Park — all levels welcome, 30% of donations go to a nonprofit.

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 6:00 PM · Himmel Park, Tucson

Family-Friendly

Vegan Tucson Night Market

A free-entry outdoor market at Rillito Park featuring local vegan makers, small businesses, restaurants, and music from Visionary House Collective.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Rillito Park, Tucson

Sports

Arizona Wildcats Football vs. Iowa State Cyclones

The Arizona Wildcats host the Iowa State Cyclones in a home football game at Arizona Stadium.

Friday, September 4, 2026 · Arizona Stadium, Tucson

Saguaro National Park Labor Day Race

Run Tucson presents a Labor Day race at Saguaro National Park to kick off the week.

Monday, September 7, 2026 · Saguaro National Park, Tucson