20 Things to Do in Tucson This Week · September 10–13, 2026

Date Night

The Sweetest Taboo: A Sade Lounge Cocktail Party

A Sade-themed lounge cocktail party at the historic Hotel Congress, perfect for a stylish Thursday night out.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 6:00 PM · Hotel Congress, Downtown Tucson

Music & Nightlife

Manchester Orchestra at La Rosa

Indie rock powerhouse Manchester Orchestra performs at La Rosa with support from Brother Bird.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 7:30 PM · La Rosa, Tucson

Back 2 School Bash at The Maverick

The Maverick's Back 2 School Bash features drink specials, DJ sets, and a chance to win a laptop and U of A gear.

Friday, September 11, 2026 · The Maverick, Tucson

Molchat Doma at Rialto Theatre

Belarusian post-punk band Molchat Doma brings their internet-famous sound to Rialto Theatre Tucson.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 8:00 PM · Rialto Theatre, Tucson

Groundworks All-Ages Show – First Full Band Set

An all-ages show at Groundworks featuring a local artist's first-ever full band set alongside supporting acts.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 7:00 PM · Groundworks, 2919 E Grant Road, Tucson

Arts & Culture

The Soapbox w/ Lucy Ellison

Three personal stories from special guest Lucy Ellison inspire a completely unscripted improv comedy show at Tucson Improv Movement.

Friday, September 11, 2026 7:30 PM · Tucson Improv Movement, 414 East 9th Street, Tucson

The Vault Show: Big/Little at UAMA

UAMA's annual summer Vault Show brings works from its 7,000-piece permanent collection out of storage, exploring themes of scale and meaning — on view through September 19.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 · University of Arizona Museum of Art, Tucson

Arizona Underground Film Festival

The 19th Arizona Underground Film Festival screens local and independent short films and world premieres including the feature ENTER THE TELEVISION at The Screening Room.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 8:00 PM · The Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St, Tucson

Festivals & Special Events

Mexican Independence Day Celebration at the Presidio Museum

Celebrate Tucson's Mexican heritage with Ballet Folklorico, mariachi, El Grito, and a history lecture on Mexican Independence Day.

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

Mexican Independence Day Celebration with Mariachi Herencia de Corazón

Continue the Mexican Independence Day festivities at Hotel Congress with a mariachi performance by Mariachi Herencia de Corazón.

Sunday, September 13, 2026 6:00 PM · Hotel Congress, Downtown Tucson

Poppin' Off Summer Night Markets

A pop culture-themed summer night market pop-up in Tucson featuring vendors and unique finds.

Friday, September 18, 2026 6:00 PM · Poppin' Off Pop Culture Gifts & More, Tucson

TYP Connects: The Art of Connection – Networking without the Cringe

Tucson Young Professionals hosts an in-person networking event at Reilly Craft Pizza and Drink in downtown Tucson.

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 5:30 PM · Reilly Craft Pizza and Drink, 101 East Pennington Street, Tucson

Food & Drink

BATA Bagel Pop-Up

BATA hosts a bagel pop-up and mini bakery with bagels and schmears, mini loaves, and sweets using local grains and a zero-waste ethos.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 10:00 AM · BATA, Tucson

Mt Lemmon Ski Valley Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest on the mountain with German food, beer, music, dancing, and children's games at Mt Lemmon Ski Valley — running weekends through Oct 11.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 · Mt Lemmon Ski Valley, Tucson

Family-Friendly

Pretendy Time: A Comedy Show for Kids and Families

An all-ages improv comedy show for kids and families at Tucson Improv Movement.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 11:00 AM · Tucson Improv Movement, 414 East 9th Street, Tucson

Outdoors & Active

Sunset Horseback Ride with Tucson Primas

Tucson Primas community group hosts an evening sunset horseback ride — snag your spot for this popular outdoor outing.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 · Tucson

Aspen Trail Marshall Gulch Loop Hike

A guided group hike on the Aspen Trail Marshall Gulch Loop through Tucson's sky islands with the Tucson Hiking Meetup Group.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 10:00 AM · Tucson area (Mt. Lemmon)

Free Events

AZPM Screening: A Place at the Table

AZPM hosts a free community screening of the documentary A Place at the Table.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 · Tucson

VIDA RUINA Backstage w/ Milton at The Rock

Tucson Loves Music presents an all-ages, no-cover backstage experience with VIDA RUINA and live music at The Rock.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 5:00 PM · The Rock, Tucson

Sports

Northern Illinois Huskies at Arizona Wildcats Football

The Arizona Wildcats host Northern Illinois at Arizona Stadium for a home college football game.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 7:30 PM · Arizona Stadium, Tucson