
Best of Tucson: 11 Things To Do Nov 2025
Curated local events to help you reset, reconnect, and make the most of early fall in the desert.
November in Tucson is a magical time—cool mornings, clear skies, and a season that invites both reflection and adventure. As we shift from spooky season into gratitude and celebration, the city comes alive with art festivals, cultural celebrations, farmers' markets, live music, and outdoor events that make the most of the crisp desert air.
At The Post Workspaces, we’re all about creating space for productivity and purpose during the workday—but we also believe in the power of life after hours: community, culture, and local connection.
Whether you're planning a weekend with the family, looking for local gifts, or simply wanting to experience more of what Southern Arizona has to offer, here are 11 of the best events happening this November, organized by date with active links to learn more.
1. Heirloom Farmers Market – Steam Pump Ranch
Date and Time: 📅 Saturdays | 9 AM–1 PM (Winter hours)
Location: 📍 Steam Pump Ranch – 10901 N Oracle Rd., Oro Valley
Cost: Free; bring money for food and market vendors
What’s going on: Held every Saturday at historic Steam Pump Ranch, this open-air market features fresh produce, artisan goods, live music, and food trucks—all set against the backdrop of Pusch Ridge. It’s more than a market—it’s a weekly community tradition blending local flavor, history, and connection.
2. Sundays in the Garden - Tohono Chul
Date and Time: 📅 Every Sunday in November | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: 📍Tohono Chul - 7366 North Paseo de Norte
Cost: Free with Admission ($15 general / $6 students / $3 kids under 12)
What’s going on: Relax each Sunday with live music in the scenic gardens of Tohono Chul. Enjoy acoustic, jazz, or folk performances while strolling desert paths or grabbing a bite from the Bistro—an artful way to ease into the week.
3. Friday Night Concert at Steam Pump Ranch
Date and Time: Friday, November 7th | 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: 📍 Steam Pump Ranch – 10901 N Oracle Rd
Cost: Free
What’s going on: Bring a blanket or chair, grab dinner from food trucks on site, and enjoy live music under the desert sky.
4. Catalina State Park - Night Hiking and Stargazing
Date and Time: First and Third Friday, November 6th and 20th | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: 📍 Catalina State Park - 11570 N Oracle Rd
Cost: Free Event/$7 park entry fee
What’s going on: Take a guided night hike and discover nocturnal desert wildlife before settling in for stargazing and cultural constellation stories.
5. Rockin' 4 Heroes
Date and Time: Sunday, November 9, 2025 | Gates Open 1:00 pm
Location: 📍James Kreigh Park - 23 W Calle Concordia, Oro Valley
Cost: Free admission — bring your own chair or blanket
What’s going on: Celebrate and honor local heroes—veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and Gold Star families—at this patriotic outdoor concert in Oro Valley. Enjoy live music from the Lexington Lab Band, food trucks, drinks, family activities, and more. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join the community for an afternoon of music, gratitude, and connection.
6. Veteran’s Day Parade
Date and Time: November 11th | 🕔 11:00 AM
Location: 📍 Tucson Convention Center Perimeter - 260 S Church Ave
Cost: Free
What’s going on: A proud community celebration honoring our veterans with floats, marching bands, and family festivities.
7. DUSK Music Festival 2025
Date and Time: November 15th and 16th
Location: 📍 Jácome Plaza, Downtown Tucson
Cost: Varies - Click Here for Pricing
What’s going on: Get ready for two days of music, art, and high-energy vibes at one of Tucson’s biggest downtown festivals. DUSK Music Festival transforms Jácome Plaza into an immersive experience featuring multiple stages with national headliners, local talent, food trucks, art installations, and a Silent Disco.
Whether you're there to dance, discover new artists, or just soak in the city’s creative spirit, DUSK blends big-festival energy with a distinctly Tucson feel.
8. Oro Valley Concert Series: Laura Jean (Country)
Date and Time: Saturday, November 22nd | 11;00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: 📍DiBella’s Brunch N Booze - 9360 N Oracle Rd, Suite #110
Cost: Free Event; Food and Drinks for Purchase
What’s going on: For this ORO VALLEY CONCERT SERIES morning of live music, enjoy Country & Americana music performed by Laura Jean at DiBella's Brunch N' Booze from 11 AM - 1 PM
9. Tucson Fall Craft and Vendor Market
Date and Time: November 14th to 16th | 11::00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: 📍 4500 North Oracle Road
Cost: Free
What’s going on: Jumpstart the holiday season with three days of shopping, snacks, and local finds at this festive outdoor market in Marana. Browse handmade gifts, enjoy live music, and support small businesses in a fun, family-friendly setting.
10. El Tour de Tucson
Date and Time: Saturday, November 22nd | 7:00 AM
Location: 📍Start/Finish: Tucson Convention Center – 260 S Church Ave.
Cost: Registration required; entry fees vary by distance
What’s going on: Join thousands of riders for El Tour de Tucson—one of the nation’s premier cycling events. In its 42nd year, this iconic ride offers scenic routes from 25 to 102 miles through Southern Arizona’s stunning desert landscape. Celebrate at the finish line with live music, food trucks, and a festive downtown expo.
Date and Time: Sunday, November 30th | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: 📍 Downtown Tucson – 7th Street & 4th Ave
Cost: Free
What’s going on: One of Tucson’s largest local maker events—shop 200+ artists, craftspeople, jewelers, and creatives.
🌵 Make the Most of the Season
November is the perfect reminder that productivity and rest can (and should) co-exist. Whether you're checking off goals at your desk or checking out a new event in the community, there’s power in showing up with intention.
Wishing you a November filled with inspiration, connection, and community—both in and out of the office.
🏢 Looking for a Fresh Workspace This Fall?
If you’re ready for a change of pace, a more professional setting, or just a new season of growth—The Post Workspaces offers flexible, inspiring solutions.
What you’ll find here:
Full-Time & Part-Time Private Offices and Dedicated Desks
Flexible Coworking Memberships and Drop-in Day Passes
Virtual Office Plans with Mail & Business Address
Meeting Rooms for client meetings or team sessions
Hospitality-focused support in a vibrant community
We’d love to personally invite you to experience The Post for yourself — book a tour or grab a day pass and see what it’s like to work in a space designed to support your focus, growth, and momentum.
See ya'll soon!
Chelle Peterson, Co-Founder & COO, The Post Workspaces








