‘Red, White and Zoo’
JULY 4
Reid Park Zoo is honoring military service members and celebrating Independence Day by offering free admission for those with a service background. The 24-acre zoo features over 500 animals across various exhibits and has multiple activities to engage in.
Reid Park Zoo, 3400 Zoo Court, Tucson, see website for admission fees, free admission for service members, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., reidparkzoo.org
Marana’s ‘Star Spangled Spectacular’ Car Show
JULY 4
Car enthusiasts can check out this Fourth of July and car-themed event hosted by the Obsessions Car Club. Aside from the car show, there will be fireworks, over 30 food trucks, a playground with inflatables, a splash pad, lawn games and a “musical instrument petting zoo” presented by the Civic Orchestra of Tucson.
Crossroads at Silverbell District Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road, Tucson, free admission and $10.25 for car registration, 2 to 9 p.m., obsessionscarclub.com
Fourth of July Fireworks
JULY 4
Those looking for a fun Fourth of July celebration can do so at James D. Kreigh Park. Attendees can enjoy live music, food trucks, a beer garden, jumping castles, youth arts and crafts activities and lawn games. Early in the day, the Oro Valley Aquatic Center has reduced admission for its splash pad. Prices will be $1 for children and $3 for adults.
James D. Kriegh Park, 23 W. Calle Concordia, Oro Valley, free admission, 5 to 9:20 p.m., orovalleyaz.gov
“Diamonds in the Sky”
Fourth of July Celebration
JULY 4
The Kino Sports Complex will host an Independence Day celebration filled with activities including baseball, fireworks and games. Rex Scott, chairman of the Pima County Board of Supervisors, will perform the first pitch to precede a game between the Sun Belt College League All-Star Team and Old Pueblo Tribes. There will be multiple food and beverage specials available.
Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, $1 donation or purchase of one non-perishable food item, 5:30 p.m., kinosportscomplex.com
Firecracker Feast
JULY 4
Lorenzon’s Backyard Catering will host this buffet-style lunch and dinner event, with a view of multiple fireworks displays. Based on ticket purchase, guests can try out smoked ribs, grilled chicken, smoked salmon, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, mashed potatoes, steamed asparagus and brussel sprouts, hot dogs and multiple dessert options.
DiBella’s Brunch N’ Booze, 9630 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley, multiple prices, 6 to 9 p.m., 520-258-0595
‘Wine Not Wednesday’
JULY 9
“Wine Not Wednesday” at The Hoppy Vine offers restaurant-goers a midweek stress relief with 15% off all bottles all day and no corkage fee for bottles purchased at the bar. There will also be $2 off all glasses of wine during happy hour and special pricing for charcuterie boards when paired with a wine bottle.
The Hoppy Vine, 12125 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley, see website for prices, multiple times, thehoppyvineov.com
‘Celestial Festival’
JULY 12
The “Celestial Festival” at 191 Toole features a full concert-style lineup of bands in the genres of metal, punk, emo and pop. The bands are Drown The Planet, Hell Doubt, Kickflip The Salamander, RatTrap520, Loa Loa, Of The Lost, Peejaye and Haunted Vessel.
191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Avenue, Tucson, ticket prices start at $17.05, 4 p.m., rialtotheatre.com
Summer Snack Program
JULY 14
The Joel D. Valdez Main Library and the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona have partnered to host this snack program available to anyone under 18. Volunteer staff will serve individually wrapped food portions, including milk. Depending on the day, full-sized items are available.
Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Avenue, Tucson, free admission, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., library.pima.gov
Ally Venable
JULY 17
Ally Venable is a blues-rock singer, songwriter and guitarist. Venable’s music is not the only thing that impresses, as she will often adorn glitter dresses and black knee-high boots. Venable, who was born in Kilgore, Texas, began singing at the age of 4. She learned to play the guitar at 12 and by 13, she started a band.
191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Avenue, Tucson, $26.85, 7 p.m., rialtotheatre.com
