BEST Things To Do In Tucson
Sunday, April 21, 2019

Name: Spring Awakening
Start: 2019-04-21
Location: College of Fine Arts - University of Arizona

The Event Oracle knows ALL the fun things to do in the land of the Tucson sun. Select your date above then scroll down for all the Arts, Entertainment, and Events in my crystal ball...

Carnival of Illusion

Scottish Rite Grand Parlour
160 S Scott Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701

Carnival of Illusion is an evening of Old-World Magic in the style of classic entertainers such as Buster Keaton, Mae West, Gypsy Rose Lee, and Harry Houdini. The hosts have performed as house entertainers at the world's top resorts, Fortune 100 CEOs, to the 200 Most Powerful Women in America and operate the longest-running Arizona theater show. Carnival of Illusion is “Magic, Mystery, and OOOH La La.”

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Breakfast Horseback Ride

Tanque Verde Ranch
14301 E. Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85748

At the Ranch, the early riser gets the horse, not to mention blueberry pancakes. Make sure you enjoy our Breakfast Ride while youre at Tanque Verde. These unforgettable rides pass towering cacti and climb rolling hills, as you make your way to the Old Homestead. Upon reaching your destination, indulge in a freshly cooked breakfast prepared right before your eyes. Our famous blueberry pancakes, ranch-style eggs, bacon, chocolate milk, orange juice and more await your grumbling stomach. Take a seat fireside while you enjoy great company and the beautiful scenery. Open to the public, at Tanque Verde Ranch.
Rillito Park Farmers Market-Sundays

Food Pavilion
4502 North 1st Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85719

This is a year-round open-air market is open on Sundays at Rillito Park Race Track. For easier entrance and exit out of the park, we recommend the River Road exit. (on the NE side of the parking lot) Shop for: apples, arugula, Asian greens, asparagus, blood oranges, broccoli, broccoli raab, beets, carrots, collards, fennel, greens, grapefruit,lLemons, lemongrass, lettuce, onions, parsnips, pinto beans, rhubarb, radishes, spinach, strawberries, turnips, Valencia oranges, and fresh eggs.

Robert J. Wick: Earth, Life, Man

Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N. Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85712

When we first heard artist Robert J. Wick speak the words, Until you can grow a tree from your own heart, you'll never understand the oneness of all things, we knew that Robert's monumental sculptures, each of which carry a living plant or tree, belonged at the Tucson Botanical Gardens. According to Robert, The flora are not decorations; but are an integral part of the art defining its character by quality, shape and nature of the plants used My works of art are a union of art, man, and nature. Robertss sculptures have been exhibited throughout the country including the Denver Botanic Garden, Cleveland Museum of Art, Clark Gardens in Fort Worth and Kent State University. This exhibit will be on display throughout the Gardens.
Kate Breakey: Black Tulips

Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N. Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85712

Kate Breakey is known throughout the world for her artistic photographs of nature. In 2011 Kate visited Amsterdam, the tulip capital of the world, and in 2012, she purchased a bag of "Queen of the Night" tulip bulbs and began to read about how to grow tulips in Tucson. Kate then gave the bulbs, along with the instructions, to eight of her closest friends and asked them to grow the black tulip so she could photograph it. They all succeeded and, in turn, Kate not only photographed the tulip but captured portraits of each of her growers with their flower. This exhibit will be located in the Friends House Gallery at the Tucson Botanical Gardens.
Exhibit: Along the Distant Mesa - Homage to Maynard Dixon

Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery
6872 E. Sunrise Dr., Ste. 130
Tucson, AZ 85750

An homage to Manynard Dixon through the eyes of the finest artists working today, "Along the Distant Mesa" features works by 40 nationally and internationally recognized artists influenced by Dixon. The works will be exhibited March 7 - April 30 at Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery. The show is unique as the contemporary artwork will be hung next to Maynard Dixon drawings, illustrations and oil paintings, over 40 Dixons will also be for sale.

Desert Blooms

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun
6300 N. Swan Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85718

The flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert in spring are celebrated in an exhibition titled Desert Blooms, a selection of 1950s watercolors by Tucson artist Ted DeGrazia, known around the world for capturing the spirit of the Southwest and its people. These colorful and playful paintings of cactus flowers and desert critters will be on display at the Gallery in the Sun through September 4, 2019.
The Way of the Cross

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun
6300 N. Swan Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85718

The annual showing of Ted DeGrazia's "The Way of the Cross" is on display through Lent with 15 original oil paintings that depict the suffering and crucifixion of Christ. Instead of the traditional 14 Stations of the Cross, DeGrazia's collection culminates with the resurrection. "I never thought the cycle would be completed unless we had the 15th station where Jesus arises in glory," the artist explained on a 15-minute audiotape that accompanies the exhibition. DeGrazia is known around the world for capturing the spirit of the American Southwest and its people.
Family Brain Boost

Children’s Museum of Tucson
200 S. Sixth Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701

Join the Children’s Museum of Tucson’s education team each weekend for Family Brain Boost, a chance to jump-start your brain with fun, interactive science activities from bubbles to building blocks. 11:30 a.m. Free with admission: $9; free for infants younger than 1.

Funky Brunch

La Cocina
201 N. Court Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701

The Mik and Scott band play 3 hours of funky music in the courtyard of La Cocina / Old Town Artisans. Kid and pet friendly fun.
Tucson Sugar Skulls 2019 Season

Tucson Convention Center Arena
260 S. Church Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701

The Tucson Sugar Skulls first Indoor Football League regular season runs March 3-June 15; the team kicks off its seven-game home season on March 10. All home games are played at the Tucson Arena, which holds 6,700 for indoor football. The fast-paced, action-packed games will be played on a turf field the size of a hockey rink. There are a total of four home games against the Sugar Skulls two geographic rivals, the Arizona Rattlers and the other IFL expansion franchise, the San Diego Strike Force. The Sugar Skulls also will play each of those teams twice on the road. Season tickets are on sale and can be ordered through the Sugar Skulls website www.tucsonsugarskulls.com or by calling (520) 573-3000.
The Star of the Show at Flandrau

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium
1601 E. University Blvd. University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 85721

Flandrau Planetarium presents its classic night sky show, but not like you remember it! Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. This live show is never the same and there is always a surprise in store. The show takes place in the recently renovated Eos Foundation Planetarium Theater, now offering 146 custom-designed premium seats, beautiful updated interior surrounds with state-of-the-art digital projection and sound systems. Come enjoy an immersive planetarium experience like no other. Recommended for general audiences.