March is here and we’re ready for all the fun and exciting things to do in Tucson this month.
From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to live music, theater, and dance—there’s a lot going on in and around the city.
Here are 14 awesome things to do in Tucson in March 2024.
1. An Evening with William H. Macey and Film Screening of Fargo
Date and Time: March 9, 2024
Location: Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress Street
Cost: Tickets start at $54.50
What’s going on: Join William H. Macey, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee and Emmy and SAG Award-winning actor for an unforgettable night. It will feature a screening of his film, Fargo, and an exclusive Q&A.
2. Roméo and Juliette
Date and Time: March 9, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. and March 10, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Location: The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, 260 S Church Avenue
Cost: Tickets start at $30.00
What’s going on: See the classic story live on stage at this stunning opera event. The reimagined classic takes place in Verona in the 1960s and follows the tragic story of star-crossed lovers.
3. Tucson Festival of Books
Date and Time: March 9-10, 2024
Location: Various locations
Cost: Free
What’s going on: Immerse yourself in the world of books and literature during the annual Tucson Festival of Books. You can hear from your favorite or up-and-coming authors at speaking events or check out the vendor exhibition hall.
4. Mark Morris Dance Group: The Look of Love
Date and Time: March 12, 2024
Location: Centennial Hall, The University of Arizona, 1020 E University Blvd
Cost: Tickets start at $10.00
What’s going on: Movement, music, and precision combine in a beautiful tribute to the chart-topping songs of Burt Bacharach. This wistful and heartfelt homage includes Bacharach’s creative melodies influenced by jazz, rock, and Brazilian music.
5. Sculpture Festival
Date and Time: March 15-17
Location: The Post House, 3420 East River Road
Cost: Free entrance to the festival; General admission to the collector’s preview reception on March 15 is $100.00
What’s going on: Explore the largest outdoor sculpture festival in Arizona, where over 50 sculptors from around the country are exhibiting their work. The event showcases a wide range of media, techniques, and pieces designed to inspire.
6. STEAM Day Camp
Date and Time: March 15, 2024 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location: Pima Air and Space Museum, 6000 E Valencia Road
Cost: $65.00 for members, $75.00 for nonmembers
What’s going on: Make this Spring Break one to remember! This fun and educational event is for children ages 5-14. Activities include an introduction to coding, parachutes, drones, and more.
7. Oro Valley Spring Festival of the Arts
Date and Time: March 16-17, 2024
Location: Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N Oracle Road
Cost: Free
What’s going on: The 13th annual Oro Valley Festival of the Arts will welcome over 125 artists with work ranging from metal sculpture to jewelry, photography to handmade beauty products. Come out and explore this festival while enjoying cultural performances, a beer and wine garden, a kid’s station, and more.
8. Tombstone’s 16th Annual Wild West Days
Date and Time: March 16-17, 2024
Location: Downtown Tombstone, 311 E. Allen Street
Cost: Free
What’s going on: Bring your family out for a fun day of street entertainment, a USO canteen dance, and a parade in Tombstone. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the United Services Organization to support the military.
9. St. Patrick’s Day Festival
Date and Time: March 17, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
Location: Armory Park, 220 S. 6th Avenue
Cost: Free
What’s going on: Put on your best green outfit and join in on the St. Patrick’s Day festivities. The parade starts at 10:30 a.m. with an afternoon-long festival following, featuring Irish dance, music, cultural activities, and family-friendly events.
10. Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair
Date and Time: March 22-24, 2024
Location: Fourth Avenue, Old Pueblo
Cost: Free
What’s going on: This 55-year-old tradition brings over 350,000 people out each year for fun, food, and festivities. The fair hosts artists from around the world, great food, local entertainment, and so much more.
11. Monster Jam 2024
Date and Time: March 22-24, 2024
Location: Tucson Arena, 260 S Church Avenue
Cost: Tickets start at $23.00
What’s going on: Get your adrenaline pumping with the indescribable Monster Jam experience. World champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks take to the tracks and show off their speed and skill at this fun, family-friendly event.
12. Texas Canyon Trail Run
Date and Time: March 23, 2024
Location: Texas Canyon Nature Preserve
Cost: Adults prices are $40.00 (5K) or $40.00 (10K); youth prices are $15.00 (5K) or $25.00 (10K)
What’s going on: Hosted by the Amerind Museum, this annual trail run is a great chance to explore the awe-inspiring region of the Texas Canyon Nature Preserve. Choose from a five or ten-kilometer run and stay after for an awards ceremony and a bite to eat.
13. ParkFest 2024
Date and Time: March 24, 2024 from 1:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location: Palo Verde Park, 425 South Mann Avenue
Cost: Free
What’s going on: Join your community for this fun, family-friendly event. It features six bands on two stages of live music plus plenty of delicious food trucks. The event is free, but tips for the musicians are encouraged.
14. The Taylor Party: TS Dance Party
Date and Time: March 30, 2024
Location: Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress Street
Cost: Tickets start at $15.00
What’s going on: Calling all Swifties! If you love Taylor Swift’s music and want to dance the night away, this is the event for you. Enjoy the evening with other fans as you make memories and, well, Shake It Off!
What are you most excited for this month? Grab your friends and loved ones and make the most of these awesome things to do in Tucson this March 2024.
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