Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab
ONGOING
Through May 29, the University of Arizona is offering tours of the Mirror Labs. This world-class facility has revolutionized how the largest telescope mirrors on Earth are made, enabling groundbreaking discoveries of the universe. The Mirror Lab is a place where expertise in physics, optics and advanced manufacturing happens and is all beneath the University of Arizona’s football stadium. Tours for the facility are offered Monday through Friday.
Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab, 933 N Cherry Avenue, Tucson, $25 for adults and $20 for students, various times, mirrorlab.arizona.edu
SkyNights
ONGOING
Through June 28, Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter is presenting a “celestial journey” through the SkyNights program. Led by expert science communicators, participants will delve into the mysteries of the cosmos, have a light dinner, and witness a mountaintop sunset. As the sun sets, participants can peer through the state-of-the-art telescopes and witness distant galaxies, vibrant nebulae, neighboring planets and other celestial wonders.
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter, 9800 E Ski Run Road, Mt. Lemmon, various prices, various times, skycenter.arizona.edu
90s Country Night
MAY 22
The Trail Dust Town is presenting the 90s Country Night. The event is 21 and over and the doors open at 6:00 p.m. Dustoff will start their first set at 7:00 p.m. and finish their last set at 10:00 p.m. A limited number of tables are available for reservation for this event.
Trail Dust Town, 6541 E Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, $5 or free with entree purchase at Pinnacle Peak, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m., traildusttown.com
Sekhem Harp Sound Bath
MAY 22
The Intuitive Harp Healing is presenting the Sekhem Harp Sound Bath. Sekhem — translated as “power” or “living light” — is an ancient Egyptian energy healing system centered on the heart. This modality supports deep healing by harmonizing yin and yang, or feminine and masculine, energies within the body and energetic field. The immersive sound bath weaves together the soothing resonance of the harp, crystal singing bowls and Sekhem energy healing to encourage a gentle yet profound opening of the heart.
Intuitive Harp Healing, 9255 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley, $25 admission, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., visittucson.org
Twin Peaks Community Market
MAY 23
Now larger and more established, participants can shop locally at the Twin Peaks Community Market. People can shop for local produce, artisan crafts, try local food, listen to live music and witness a community vibe.
6595 W Marana Center Boulevard, Tucson, free admission, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., discovermarana.org
Wyatt Earp Days
May 23 through MAY 24
People that visit Tombstone on Memorial Day Weekend can enjoy the adventures of the old west with Wyatt Earp Days. The annual Memorial Day weekend celebration in “the Town Too Tough to Die” with attendees stepping back in time. Men, women and children dress in 1880s Old West styles to celebrate the life and times of the town’s most-famous lawman.
Downtown Tombstone, 311 E. Allen Street, Tombstone, free admission, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., discovertombstone.com
Tucson Asian Night Market
MAY 23
Tucson Foodie’s Asian Night Market, presented by Matcha.com and Semper Fi, returns on May 23. Tucson’s Asian Night Market celebrates the Asian diaspora in Arizona with an evening filled with authentic Asian street food, live music, dance performances, art, shopping, and more. The event is produced by Tucson Foodie in partnership with local Asian community leaders and businesses including Tuk Tuk Thai, Visit Tucson, Thai Drop, Circo Vino, Kira Kira, Kin Dee Thai, Arizona Restaurant Supply, Chinese Chorizo and the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center.
Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, $10 entry ticket, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m., eventbrite.com
Murals & More of
the 4th Avenue District
MAY 24
Explore the unique blend of art, culture and history painted in the murals of Tucson’s historic 4th Avenue District. This 1.5 mile walking tour winds through alleyways filled with murals, reflecting the city’s diverse artistic influences — from traditional southwestern motifs to contemporary urban styles. Participants will learn about the local artists behind these works, uncover hidden gems and discover stories that bring Tucson’s streets to life. The tour begins and ends at Corbett’s at 340 N. 6th Avenue.
Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum, 196 N Court Avenue, Tucson, $20 for members and $35 for non-members but preregistration is required, 10:00 a.m. to noon, tucsonpresidio.com
Tucson Pops Concerts Return
MAY 10 through MAY 24
The Tucson Pops Orchestra will present its 71st spring season of concerts beginning on Mother’s Day, May 10, at the DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center in Reid Park. The season opens at 7 p.m. on May 10, with additional Sunday performances on May 17 and May 24. On May 21, there will be a Memorial Day Concert that features a patriotic performance by The Tucson Pops Orchestra featuring narrator Greg Curtis Wakefield. On May 24, Music Director Khris Dodge will lead the season send-off.
DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center, 900 S. Randolph Way, Tucson, free admission, Start time at 7 p.m., tucsonpops.org
GOING IT ALONE
MAY 28 through MAY 31
The Invisible Theatre is presenting a collection of original moologues celebrating the unique challenge of writing for a solo performer and performing a solo. This showcase originated as FLYING SOLO with producers Susan Frank and Rob Zonefrelli, directed by Betsy Kruse Craig. The Invisible Theatre has been a longtime proponent of original work and the name, GOING IT ALONE, was used decades ago for another monologue showcase with Susan Claassen. Managing Artistic Director, Betsy Kruse Craig brought the showcase back to IT in May of 2024.
Invisible Theatre, 1400 N 1st Avenue, Tucson, $33 tickets, various times, invisibletheatre.com