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Contents FEATURES

6 Local Ingredients Get a taste of the region and explore the culinary heritage of Southern Arizona.

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16 Ride Like You Mean It Cycling women give tips on how to best experience Tucson by bike.

21 Parks & Rec Stay active amid scenic vistas in the recreational oasis of Oro Valley.

22 Sounds of Tucson From small local venues to huge outdoor events, jam out in Tucson.

26 Shop Like a Local Pick up fascinating, locally made items while shopping around town.

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4 12 Must-See Attractions And if you like these, we know what else you’ll enjoy seeing.

12 Visitor Information

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: KATHLEEN DREIER; JULIE FOSKETT; MARK LAVERMAN

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Downtown Tucson

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38 Annual Events With year-round festivals and events, there’s always something to celebrate.

43 Partner Directory Following page 12 Maps

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28 Golf Tucson Grab your irons for a walk in the park or a trek through the desert.

34 Kids' Day Out Let the kids be your guide to Tucson’s family-friendly destinations.

29 Prime Numbers Splurge or save, Tucson offers plenty of options to fit any budget.

36 Best of Baja Get out of Tucson to explore the gems of Southern Arizona.

32 VIP Find insider tips to this Very Important Place.

42 Worth a Thousand Words See photos from visitors just like you on our Instagram page.

Find this at Tucson Audubon Nature Shop (pg 26)

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ATTRACTIONS SEAN PARKER

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IRONWOOD FOREST NATIONAL MONUMENT Discover more natural beauty at Saguaro National Park and Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument.

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Colossal Cave Mountain Park

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Extend a birding trip at Gardner Canyon, Sabino Canyon, Agua Caliente Park, and Mt. Lemmon.

Old Tucson

Find more Old West history at Museum of the Horse Soldier, Tucson Rodeo Parade Museum, O.K. Corral, and Boothill Graveyard.

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Head underground for a different caving experience at Kartchner Caverns State Park.

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Children's Museum Oro Valley

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Broaden your horizons at Biosphere 2, Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab, and Titan Missile Museum.

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Catalina State Park

Try new trails at Oracle State Park, Patagonia Lake State Park, Picacho Peak State Park, or Roper Lake State Park.

MISSION SAN XAVIER DEL BAC Compare with architectural styles at Presidio San Agustín Museum, St. Augustine Cathedral, Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, and Tumacácori National Historical Park.

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Delve deeper into culture and heritage at Arizona History Museum, Jewish History Museum, Etherton Gallery, and Amerind Museum.

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Kitt Peak National Observatory

Keep your focus skyward at Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter, Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium, Whipple Observatory, and Mt. Graham International Observatory.

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Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)

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Be further inspired at Tucson Museum of Art & Historic Block, Center for Creative Photography, DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, and University of Arizona Museum of Art.

ARIZONA-SONORA DESERT MUSEUM Branch out on the nature paths at Tohono Chul, Tucson Botanical Gardens, and Yume Japanese Gardens.

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FOR MORE THAN 4,000 YEARS, the land around Tucson and along the Santa Cruz River has been cultivated by its human inhabitants, beginning with the Hohokam—the ancestors of the Tohono O’odham and Akimel O’odham. Early farmers dug swales and berms to catch summer rains and cultivated plants that grew despite the dryness and the heat of the desert. This rich tradition of Sonoran Desert farming and the gathering of wild foods continues today, making Tucson the longest continuously cultivated place in North America—a fact celebrated by the city’s UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation. And while Tucson has, of course, changed significantly over the course of 4,000 years, it is still possible to taste its history in the form of heritage ingredients grown for centuries.

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TEPARY BEAN In Tohono O’odham legends, white tepary beans are scattered across the sky, forming the Milky Way. One of the most resilient crops in the world, the species has captured the interest of climate scientists and farmers alike. And while it’s renowned for its ability to thrive in the hottest, driest stretches of the Sonoran Desert, the tepary bean is also beloved by home cooks and chefs. In the kitchen, this highprotein, sweet-tasting staple can be substituted for any common bean, and its low glycemic score helps to naturally regulate blood sugar.

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While the tepary bean’s hardy ancestors grew wild in dry riverbeds or on mountainsides, domesticated varieties are grown today in Southern Arizona. During the summer monsoon season, several varieties are produced at Ramona Farms, a 4,500-acre farm on the Gila River, owned

by Akimel O’odham community member Ramona Button and her husband, Terry.

At the San Xavier Co-op Farm store, whole tepary beans are available for purchase. Owned and operated by the Tohono O’odham Nation on tribal land, the 860-acre cooperative farm is located just 10 miles south of downtown Tucson. Indigenous foods are also available for purchase at Presidio San Agustín del Tucson in downtown.

If you’re hungry now, visit Tucson newcomer Welcome Diner and order the Three Sisters Burrito, made with tepary beans, tempura squash, corn, smoked pecan cheese, ranchero, and pico.

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CHILTEPIN PEPPER In appearance, the chiltepin is rather innocuous. But eat carefully, because the pea-sized bright red chile pepper packs quite a punch—50,000 to 100,000 Scoville heat units, about 20 times spicier than a jalapeño. Grown for more than 8,000 years throughout Mexico, Peru, the Carribean, and the southwestern United States, the chiltepin pepper is known as “the mother of all peppers.” It is quite literally the wild great-grandmother of most cultivated chiles and the only wild chile native to the United States. In the last two decades, the chiltepin has become a focus for Southern Arizona botanical conservation. And if you’re a spice-seeker, you’ll be glad to hear that it’s also being celebrated and served by culinary creatives all around Tucson.

To see chiltepin plants in the wild, hike to the Wild Chile Botanical Area, a 2,500-acre federal preserve dedicated to the protection of the wild chiltepin. Located near Tumacácori in the Coronado National Forest, it is the first federally protected botanical area for the preservation of wild relatives of domesticated crops.

To purchase dried chiltepin peppers, visit the Native Seeds/SEARCH (NS/S) store in midtown. In 1999, NS/S led the effort to preserve our northernmost chiltepin populations, now the Wild Chile Botanical Area, and also cultivates chiltepin varieties on its farm in Patagonia, southeast of Tucson.

For a taste of this spicy pepper, visit Exo Roast Coffee downtown and order the chiltepin cold brew. This sweet-and-spicy favorite combines bittersweet chocolate, chiltepin, and single-origin Mexican cold-brew coffee for a full-bodied blend with subtle heat.

The chiletwepin cold br Roast at Exo Coffee

O’odHam teParY BEan soUp (courtesy of San Xavier Co-op Farm) 2 carrots, sliced

2 cups tepary beans, soaked

1 cup diced celery

6 cups water

1 clove garlic, diced

4 slices bacon, diced

3 cups tomatoes with juice

1 medium onion, chopped

1 tsp mixed oregano and cumin

Drain soaked beans, add fresh water, and bring to a boil in a big pot. When beans are tender, fry bacon until limp. Remove bacon; add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to bacon grease; and sauté. Add bacon, tomatoes, and remaining spices and cook for 10 minutes. Add mixture to beans and cook another hour until beans are tender. Serve with flour tortillas or fresh frybread. Dried red chile pepper may be stirred into pot during the last 10 minutes.

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JESÚS GARCÍA The Kino Heritage Fruit Trees Project has been a journey with many partners and adventures for project director Jesús García, an ecologist at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. His goal is to locate, propagate and replant historically and horticulturally appropriate varieties of fruit trees brought to the Pimeria Alta region (Southern Arizona and Northern Sonora, Mexico) by the first Jesuit missionaries in the late 1600s. His work has led to a revival of traditional agricultural knowledge of this region.

Describe Tucson to someone who has never been here.

The Old Pueblo retains the character of the last frontier of the Spanish colonial empire, while also representing the Wild West. Here, the past and the present come together in the natural setting of the Sonoran Desert, reminding us that the ancient connections between people and nature in this extreme environment are still a way of life.

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What is a best-kept secret for experiencing native foods of the Sonoran Desert?

The secret is to get out of the city and experience the diversity of life in the native desert. Most of the year, there will be something available to eat. Also, get to know the local farmers, foragers, seed banks, gardens, native-plant nurseries, and longtime residents.

What is your favorite time of year in Tucson? Why? All year long. The extreme weather patterns of the Sonoran Desert—too cold, too hot, too wet, and too dry—offer something for everybody.

Where are your favorite places to show out-of-town visitors?

Of course, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum; but I also like to show people the Mission Garden.

It’s a great way to introduce people to the natural world around the city, and give them a sensory experience of the deep history of the agricultural beginnings of this community.

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unlikely he would have foreseen the success his family has had with BKW Farms over the last 75 years. Located on acres of land just north of Tucson, BKW has partnered with Native Seeds/SEARCH to grow white Sonora wheat since 2013.

To purchase white Sonora wheat grown by BKW Farms, visit the bulk section of the Food Conspiracy Co-op, Tucson’s neighborhood cooperative grocery store, on Fourth Avenue, in the heart of downtown.

White Sonora wheat is high in protein and low in gluten. Sweet, earthy, and fermentable, it’s a baker’s dream and a brewer’s delight—and it should be tried in both loaf and pint form. Visit two beloved Tucson establishments for a taste: Barrio Bread BKW Farms and Dragoon Brewing.

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WHITE SONORA WHEAT Southern Arizona has become a center for the reintroduction of white Sonora wheat, one of the oldest surviving North American wheat varieties. Introduced by Spanish missionaries and first documented in Sonora in the early 1700s, white Sonora wheat became one of the most sought-after wheats for tortilla making, due to its flavor and dough elasticity. It was extremely popular in the western United States in the 1800s, becoming Arizona’s first export crop, but then rapidly declined in the mid20th century. Generally planted in the winter and harvested before the summer monsoon, white Sonora wheat tolerates both heat and drought, making it a perfect grain for our desert. Recent strategic partnerships among seed conservation groups, bakers, brewers, and farmers have led to a repopulation of white Sonora wheat.

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V I s I To r at I o n i n Fo r M p H otO g r A p h Y bY d o m I n i C bo n U c c E l l I

WELCOME TO TUCSON Welcome to Tucson and Southern Arizona, in the “Living Desert.” We invite you to follow local custom and free yourself—explore the outdoors; sample new music, art, and culture; and discover why Tucson was chosen as the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the United States.

VISITOR CENTER Stop by for personal assistance, destination information, and locally sourced souvenirs.

We’re located in the combined University of Arizona–Visit Tucson Visitor Center, two blocks from campus in Main Gate Square.

We’re near the Tyndall Avenue and University Boulevard stop on the Sun Link Streetcar line.

Hours of operation are 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Fri. and 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Sat.–Sun. Open on weekends Oct.–May. Closed New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. 811 N. Euclid Ave., 800-638-8350, VisitTucson.org/visitor-center

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION Sun Tran Regional Bus Service Sun Tran buses serve metro Tucson and have transit centers located at major destinations throughout the community.

The fleet utilizes clean-burning fuels, such as compressed natural gas (CNG), biodiesel, and hybrid technologies.

520-792-9222, Sun Tran Bus suntran.com Sun Link Streetcar The 3.9-mile Sun Link Streetcar connects the University of Arizona, Main Gate Square, 4th Avenue, Downtown Tucson–Tucson Convention Center, and the Mercado San Agustin districts in central Tucson.

520-792-9222, sunlinkstreetcar.com Shuttle Service, Car Rental & Cab A list of Visit Tucson partner companies offering shuttle, car rental, and taxi cab service begins on page 57 of this guide.

IT’S A DRY HEAT Tucson’s climate is mostly dry and clear, with roughly 350 days of sunshine. Hats, sunglasses, light-weight skin-covering clothing, sunscreen, and reusable water bottles are recommended year-round. In the summer, enjoy indoor activities, swimming pools, and mountain getaways; exercise outdoors at sunrise and after sundown. Stay hydrated by drinking water before you feel thirsty.

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TIME ZONE Tucson is in the Mountain Standard Time zone.

Arizona does not observe Daylight Saving Time (except for the Navajo Nation). Make sure you set your watches right so you don’t miss last call at 2 a.m.

GET TO KNOW T-TOWN Located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, the Tucson area has been continuously inhabited for more than 4,000 years.

Although Tucson wasn’t officially founded until August 20, 1775, the Tohono O’odham Nation and Pascua Yaqui Tribe have occupied the region for centuries.

The metro area is at an elevation of 2,643 feet, surrounded by five mountain ranges. On a drive up Mt. Lemmon in the Santa Catalina Mountains, you’ll find drastically different flora and fauna than on the valley floor.

Tucson International Airport

GETTING HERE Tucson International Airport Our regional airport provides nonstop service to 20 airports, with connections worldwide.

520-573-8100, flytucson.com Amtrak Passenger Rail The Amtrak station in downtown Tucson’s Historic Train Depot is served by the Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle trains.

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¡VISITE MÉXICO! Head across the international border to Mexico for a “two-nation vacation” with beaches, shops, and restaurants. Travelers are required to present a valid passport at the border and are encouraged to verify auto insurance requirements before driving to Mexico. For information or to make hotel or other travel arrangements, call 520-225-0631 when in the U.S. Visit Tucson operates visitor centers in Hermosillo and Ciudad Obregón, Sonora, Mexico. To make Tucson hotel and other travel reservations from Mexico, call 01-662-213-7282 or visit VamosATucson.com.

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UNESCO City of Gastronomy

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TUCSON IS A SPECTACULAR PLACE TO EAT AND DRINK. GET READY.

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There are only 116 Member Cities of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (UNESCO) Creative Cities program – established in 2004 to promote cooperation between cities for “sustainable urban development” – and on December 11, 2015, Tucson became one of six Creative Cities in the United States, and the first selected for Gastronomy.

Why Tucson? As the city’s press release puts it, we were selected for “our region’s rich agricultural heritage, thriving food traditions, and culinary distinctiveness.”

That’s a lot to process, but in essence, it means that dining in Tucson is an unique experience, one that reflects the culture of the Sonoran Desert, from the soil to the people who live here.

The Hotel Congress & Cup Cafe

Maynards Market & Kitchen

Open since 1919, the historic Hotel Congress is Arizona’s longest continuously operated hotel. The fully renovated and restored Mission/ Spanish Revival property is part hotel, part award-winning restaurant and bar, and part world-renowned nightclub, all wrapped into one.

Hotel Congress is a proud member of Historic Hotels of America.

Instantly transporting yet comfortably familiar, Maynards Kitchen offers an authentic dining experience using local ingredients in an inventive way. With a modern take on traditional techniques this restaurant, described by the New York Times as “dark and handsome”, masterfully creates seasonal dishes in an evocative and elegant atmosphere that is uniquely Maynards.

311 E. Congress St. 520.622.8848 800.722.8848 hotelcongress.com

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400 N. Toole Ave. 520.545.0577 maynardstucson.com

47 scott Leading the downtown renaissance and now in its 8th year, we are proud to be a part of Tucson’s community of culinary inspired restaurants. Serving classic American comfort food along with our nationally-renowned handcrafted cocktails, 47 scott is downtown Tucson’s original neighborhood bistro since 2010.

47 N. Scott Ave. 520.624.4747 47scott.com

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FESTA International Buffet

PY Steakhouse

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The finest cuts of meats, fresh seafood, and a wine list second to none, coupled with outstanding service create an evening unlike any other. In addition to a 100seat elegant dining room, intimate, private dining rooms featuring beautiful vintage wine cellars make ideal locations for your next special event.

Featuring unique sushi creations and favorites, contemporary Asian cuisine in the main dining room, and a lounge and bar offering specialty cocktails, Asian beers, as well as live sports and entertainment viewing.

5655 W. Valencia Rd. 855.765.7829 CasinoDelSol.com

5655 W. Valencia Rd. 855.765.7829 CasinoDelSol.com

5655 W. Valencia Rd. 520.838.7177 for reservations CasinoDelSol.com

GOLD

Tavolino Ristorante Italiano

Wildflower American Cuisine

Outstanding, authentic Northern Italian cuisine and welcoming ambiance has made Chef Massimo Tenino’s Tavolino one of Tucson’s top restaurants since 2003. Lovely dining room, bar and climate controlled patio for year-round dining. Open daily for Lunch, Happy Hour and Dinner.

Sunday-Thursday, 11am-9pm Friday-Saturday, 11am-10pm (Hours vary by season)

A Tucson favorite with bright welcoming space inviting you to enjoy our expansive wine list and chef driven menu, inspired by fresh ingredients and flavors from all over the world. The first of Fox Restaurant Concepts est. 1998 in Tucson, now with 15 awardwinning concepts nationwide.

Find the energy of the casino off the gaming floor with live-action cooking stations showcasing traditional favorites day and night.

Indulge in cuisine from around the world as chefs use fresh ingredients to cook whatever your appetite desires. Don’t miss specialty meals, including Seafood Thursday, Sunday Brunch, and more.

A sophisticated award-winning restaurant celebrating modern American cooking, GOLD serves refined—yet approachable— regionally inspired creations made with fresh, flavorful, and often locally sourced ingredients.

Dine on beautifully plated creative fare and drink firstclass wine while gazing out on incredible panoramic mountain and city views.

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa 245 E. Ina Rd. • 520.297.1151 westwardlook.com/dining

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2890 Skyline Dr. • 520.531.1913 Tavolinoristorante.com

7037 N. Oracle Rd. • 520.219.4230 WildflowerTucson.com Fox Restaurant Concepts FoxRC.com

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Women on Wheels TO EXPLORE TUCSON BY BIKE

IF YOU’D REALLY LIKE to get a feel for Tucson, try exploring it from the saddle—of a bike, that is.

The sun’s warmth on your skin, a gentle breeze whispering through mesquite trees, a ground squirrel darting along the roadside dirt, the smell of creosote after a rain: these are the joys of the desert that you notice when you’re skimming along trails on a bicycle.

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Your chariot awaits, if you aren’t bringing your own. BICAS (Bicycle Inter Community Art and Salvage) is a local go-to for anything from minor tweaks and repairs to building an entire bike from a large collection of parts. Its weekly Women, Trans, and Femme Workshop provides a good space for those who might be self-conscious with an Allen wrench, and its bike rentals are a great way to snag a single-speed for casual town cruising. Fair Wheel Bikes comes highly recommended if you’re looking for a more serious road or mountain ride; its rentals are well-stocked, high-quality, and well-maintained. For quick trips in the downtown and University of Arizona areas, you can rent a bicycle at any of the TuGo Bike Share self-service docking stations. Tucson Bike Tours provides bikes and offers great guided tours through our historic neighborhoods to get you started on your cycling excursion. In addition, some hotels near multiuse trails, including JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa and Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa, rent bikes to guests.

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Most Tucsonans with a bike will head straight to The Loop, a network of shareduse paths running along the edges of the city in a nearcontinuous circle. Consisting of the Rillito River Park, Santa Cruz River Park, Pantano River Park, and Julian Wash/Harrison Greenway, The Loop is open to anything without a motor. Olympic cyclist Chloe Woodruff remembers The Loop as one of her favorite ways to explore: “Riding a bike lets you see and experience so many more things than you would zipping through by car.” She particularly recommends stopping for fresh tortillas and empanadas at the Anita Street Market, between the Santa Cruz River and Dunbar Spring neighborhood.

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Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway

Daniela Diamonte, co-founder of the youth cycling nonprofit El Grupo and a Tucson cyclist for 14 years, credits bike touring as the catalyst for her cycling passion. She recalls her first ride was down to Madera Canyon, a beautiful riparian canyon in the Santa Rita Mountains, about 35 miles southeast of Tucson. Also high on her list of local rides are the routes to Brown Mountain, Colossal Cave, and Catalina State Park—the last of which can be achieved entirely via The Loop system. Pack a few light camping supplies, and turn your bike tour into a hiking and camping adventure, too.

If you enjoy the bike-and-hike idea but want to stay a bit closer to town, consider making your way up Sabino Canyon. During the day, this Coronado National Forest land is packed with visitors enjoying the foothills of the Santa Catalinas—but every morning and evening (before 8 a.m. and after 5 p.m.) the paved roadway leading up into the heart of Sabino is also open to cyclists. Test your legs with some uphill work, and take in the quiet beauty of one of the most vibrant canyons in the Santa Catalinas.

And remember: what goes up gets to coast all the way back down.

Take that connection to nature a step farther on mountain bike trails that curl and crisscross their way through the Santa Catalina, Tucson, and Rincon mountain ranges. Just don’t get too close to any of the cholla cacti that line VisitTucson.org

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Connect with nature n mountain bike trails that curl and crisscr ss their way through the Santa Catalina, Tucs n, and Rincon mountain ranges.

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the routes. If you do, don’t panic: a fine-toothed comb should remove any larger pieces of cacti that might be hanging on, and tweezers can take care of the rest. It’s not just your shins that are in danger, either.

Avid mountain cyclist Nina Simon recommends going tubeless.

Simon frequently joins the all-female Bell Joy Ride for social rides and 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo recommends Sweetwater Wetlands for its wide variety of opportunities for all skill levels. Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists and Great Arizona Bicycling Association also host many social rides.

Every Tuesday night, grab your bike for a casual ride with fellow cyclists starting at Old Main on the University of Arizona campus. Tucson’s cyclefriendly lifestyle is never more apparent than during Cyclovia. Twice a year, Tucson streets shut down to motorized traffic, and people-powered fun prevails on the route from downtown to South Tucson. For more cycling events, race through the desert south of the city during the Tucson Bicycle 20 2018 OFFICIAL TRAVEL GUIDE | VISIT TUCSON

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Warehouse Arts District

Classic in March or go on a 106-mile (or less, if you prefer) racing adventure through the streets of Tucson during El Tour de Tucson in November.

Ah, but you can’t talk of adventure in Tucson without looking to Mt. Lemmon. Consistently voted onto cyclists’ lists of top road bike climbs in the country, the Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway boasts a perfectly cambered 4 percent to 5 percent grade with breathtaking views at every switchback. Amy Orchard, training and clinics coordinator for the Tucson Tri Girls, leads a series of locally famous rides called Easy Peasy Lemmon Squeezy. She is still amazed at the biodiversity of the climb—after all, she notes, you’re making the very same elevation and vegetation changes as if you were riding from Mexico to Canada. Just try not to start when the sun is already high in the sky. The mountain may rise to 9,000 feet, but it still has its roots in the valley desert.

Tucson feels more alive from atop a bike, and this desert has a way of showing you just how strong you can be. So go as far and as high and as long as you can, and then reach beyond that.

You might surprise yourself.

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IN THE 36 SQUARE MILES THAT MAKE UP ORO VALLEY, there are plenty of ways to keep you active. From hiking to cycling to running and everything in between, Oro Valley—a sports haven in the Sonoran Desert and just a 10-mile ride from downtown Tucson—is an athlete’s playground.

And you can keep your eyes on the majestic views all the while.

One of the first things you’ll notice about Oro Valley is its location right up against the Santa Catalina Mountains and prominent Pusch Ridge. It’s a backdrop for everything and enriches your experience. Or you can get a closer look and take a hike or grab your mountain bike and tackle the 50 Year Trail from Oro Valley into Catalina State Park.

After working up a sweat, take a dip in Southern Arizona’s premier Oro Valley Aquatic Center, featuring an Olympic-sized pool and a splash pad for kids. Teams from around the world participate in training camps, and USA Synchronized Swimming has hosted multiple events at this competition-level venue. Triathletes come here year-round to train for the swimming portions of their races.

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In the center of town, Naranja Park is a popular 213-acre multi-use, family-friendly facility featuring an archery range as well as two dog-walking areas and two courses for walkers/hikers. Bring along your teammates and hit one of the two multi-use fields—with two more on the way—for a game of soccer, rugby, lacrosse, or football.

For more green space, head over to the Oro Valley Community Center. There you’ll find 36 holes of championship golf, 31 lighted tennis courts, swimming pools, dining, and more, all in a picturesque setting.

Thanks to the gorgeous weather coupled with the wide streets, cyclists from all over the world spend time in Southern Arizona—and Oro Valley—throughout the year training for big rides, including the iconic El Tour de Tucson presented

by Casino Del Sol, which travels through about 20 miles of Oro Valley each November.

Other sporting events also make use of Oro Valley’s idyllic location. Holualoa Tucson Marathon and Half-Marathon, a winter staple for runners, passes through the town in December, and the Arizona Distance Classic takes place entirely in Oro Valley each March.

When there are places to go and things to do, there’s always a need for nearby accommodations. Oro Valley has them with the El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort; Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson North; Holiday Inn Express; and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott. Combined, Oro Valley has more than 770 rooms, including suites.

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CAN YOU HEAR the sound of Tucson in the music played here? The Sonoran Desert, the borderlands, the crosscultural influences, the sun-baked vibe can all exist—in one way or another— in the fusion of styles and sounds prevalent in the local scene.

No one sound or style defines Tucson music—not in the past and certainly not today—but, like the chefs who make up the city’s renowned culinary scene, musicians deftly borrow from different traditions and add their own personal touches. So whether it’s the spaghetti-western desert noir of Calexico, the indiemambo of Orkesta Mendoza, or XIXA’s cumbia-tinged psychedelic rock, there’s plenty of inspiration in Tucson for captivating music.

Experiencing the city without taking something away from its top-notch music scene would be like blowing through town without stopping to eat.

Any night of the week, clubs and venues clustered in the city’s historic core along Fourth Avenue and throughout downtown offer jazz, folk, rock, and blues in myriad combinations. Community radio station KXCI91.3 FM has played local music on the airwaves for more than 35 years. With its long-standing “Locals Only” program and a new studio in the Hotel Congress, KXCI is committed to its slogan: Real people, real radio.

Congress Street’s downtown entertainment strip is anchored by two historic theaters: to the east, the Rialto Theatre, which hosts top touring rock, hip-hop, dance, and country bands; and to the west, the Fox Tucson Theatre, a fully seated venue known as the “Crown Jewel” of

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It’s no surprise that Tucson’s musical scene loves a big get-together.

downtown, beautifully restored to its vaudeville-era glory. Also in the heart of downtown is Club Congress, the longest-running venue of its kind west of the Mississippi, with music seven nights a week: local and national, indoors and out.

But Tucson wouldn’t be Tucson without new hotspots, favorite off-the-beaten-path venues, and creative settings for live music.

There’s a wealth of talented acts playing in converted warehouses, including 191 Toole and ThinkTank, neighborhood bars, including Che’s Lounge and the Flycatcher, and cozy spots, including Monterey Court and La Cocina, that combine shops, galleries, and restaurants.

In a town known for its fiestas, it’s no surprise that Tucson’s musical scene loves a big get-together. Annual music festivals span the calendar.

The Tucson Jazz Festival arrives in January, with nearly two weeks of performances from national headliners and locals alike, spanning the full spectrum from traditional to avant-garde to Latin jazz. Tony Redhouse, Tucson’s accomplished Native American world-beat percussionist, is a regular at the jazz fest. In February, the Tucson Hip-Hop Festival is an all-day event with panels, performances, and workshops. In May, the long-running Tucson Folk Festival fills historic Presidio Plaza for a weekend of free roots-music performances by more than 120 acts.

National headliners, including Daughtry, Colbie Callet, and Train—as well as regional and local artists—are center stage at the two-day Oro Valley Music Festival, which happens in September/early October. October is jam-packed with music festivals, including both the Southern Arizona Blues & Heritage Festival and the new Dusk Festival, which draws uber-hip EDM, hip-hop, and rock performers for fans of Coachella and Lollapalooza.

And the big daddy of them all—the Tucson International Mariachi Conference—celebrated its 35th year in April 2017. This gathering of mariachi bands and folklorico dancers includes masterful performances, an outdoor festival, and a traditional mariachi Mass.

Tucson’s Native American roots can be heard at venues across town.

R. Carlos Nakai, the world’s top performer of the Native American flute, spans genres from new age, world-beat jazz, and classical. Renowned guitarist Gabriel Ayala infuses classical, jazz, flamenco, and his own

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Perhaps it’s the mystique of the Sonoran Desert, but Tucson musicians have found surprisingly large audiences in Europe since the early 1980s, a trend kicked off by the ever-shifting alt-country ensemble Giant Sand. Today, a new generation of Tucson bands is bringing the Southwest to stages and summer festivals all across Europe.

Orkesta Mendoza’s 2016 European tour saw this multinational, multiethnic Tucson band playing from the U.K. clear to Istanbul. Led by multiinstrumentalist Sergio Mendoza, the group’s distinctly captivating sound is built on Latin rhythms blended with rock and electronic influences.

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CURTIS MCCRARY Executive director Curtis McCrary runs the show at the Rialto Theatre and its R Bar as well as 191 Toole, overseeing programming that appeals to nearly every sector of the community. He is based at the Rialto, a historic downtown landmark and entertainment venue with a colorful history and a tremendous amount of soul, and not simply because it’s reputed to be haunted.

How did you find yourself in Tucson?

What made you stay?

I came to Tucson with the ambition of attending the University of Arizona, and for a change of pace from my Midwestern upbringing. I stayed because I felt at home and found a sense of community by getting involved with the local music scene, which ultimately led me to the Rialto.

XIXA has embarked on tour after tour of Europe during the last two years, introducing a sound that draws on a genre-bending combination of grassroots influences that span decades, countries, and languages and yet sounds exactly like 21st-century Tucson.

Musicians can search the shelves and storerooms of institutions such as the Chicago Store and The Folk Shop for instruments and gear like that next guitar just waiting to be found. Local studios with state-ofthe-art equipment and talent—WaveLab, Dust & Stone, and Midtown Island—actively record local and touring bands, each carving out a niche, blending vintage and top-of-the-line gear. For putting the music out into the world, Tucson’s small independent record shops—check out Wooden Tooth Records and Old Paint Records—are a bin-hunter’s dream.

If Austin is the new Live Music Capital of the World, Tucson is the up-and-coming sibling, the next big thing. So catch on now. Go see a band tonight.

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What does Tucson sound like to you?

The train whistle, the sound of the railroad, is intrinsic to Tucson history. But it’s also bright horns, passionate vocals, and Spanish rhythms, the sounds of the borderlands. It’s the aural equivalent of a place that feels at once vast, with big skies and echoes, and somewhat lonesome, inward-looking. For me, the song that captures this is “Minas de Cobre” by Calexico, which begins with a train whistle.

Where is/are your favorite place(s) to take out-of-town guests for an evening out?

I default to Downtown Tucson because it’s where I live and work, and Hotel Congress has it all if you’re wanting to show a visitor the essence of Tucson. You can’t lose with Kingfisher Bar & Grill or El Charro Café; they both encapsulate some essential elements that make Tucson unique.

When you want to hear music (other than at your own venue), where do you go?

Hotel Congress is the go-to when I’m not at Rialto Theatre or 191 Toole.

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TEE IT UP AMID MOUNTAINS, saguaros, and cactus blooms in Tucson and Southern Arizona.

Choose from courses designed by such golf legends as Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Weiskopf, and Robert Trent Jones Jr. Whether you prefer experiencing pure desert resort golf or testing your skills on the same course played by legends of the game, we have options for you.

It’s impossible to overlook the appeal of playing Omni Tucson National Resort to compare your score against PGA TOUR Champions who compete in the Cologuard Classic each March. If you’re looking for more than a full round, you can take on 36 holes at El

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Conquistador Golf at the Oro Valley Community Center and 27 holes at Starr Pass Golf Club at JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa. The biggest challenge may be keeping your eyes on the ball instead of the scenery at Ventana Canyon Golf Club, La Paloma Country Club, or The Golf Club at Vistoso.

For a commanding view of the mountains surrounding the Tucson valley, check out The Highlands at Dove Mountain.

If you prefer to keep the wagers going after the game, the place to play and stay is at the Notah Begay-designed Sewailo Golf Club at Casino Del Sol Resort.

Municipal golf has been a part of Tucson’s fabric since the 1930s, and today, players can choose from local picks that include the userfriendly Crooked Tree and Dell Urich golf courses as well as the longest municipal track in the city, the parkland-style Randolph North Golf Course.

Just south of Tucson, San Ignacio Golf Club is a desert target course at its best. Test your skills against the signature 13th hole—this dogleg 522-yard par 5 comes complete with elevated tees and a lake along the left side.

Throughout the Tucson area, you’ll find beautiful golf courses for great value that keep you coming back for more.

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The Locals “Best ” List

BEST OPENING HOLE:

Coyote Course at Starr Pass Golf Club, JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa, 437-yard par 4 designed by Arnold Palmer.

BEST FINISHING HOLE:

Arizona National Golf Club, 513-yard par 5 featuring a 200-foot drop from tee to green.

BEST 18 HOLES:

The North Course at The Gallery Golf Club, a Tom Lehman/ John Fought design at the tip of the Tortolita Mountains.

BEST DESERT SCENERY:

The Tom Fazio-designed Canyon course at Ventana Canyon Golf Club boasts saguaro-studded Sonoran Desert backdrops along with deer, coyote, quail, and more.

Tee off at Sewailo Golf Club

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THAT BLOWOUT VACATION SPLURGE can really pay off when you plan it right. Or, be surprised when your oh, so affordable adventure fulfills your craving for luxury. Regardless of your budget, Tucson offers unparalled experiences that enhance your life and fill your Facebook page. High or low, Tucson’s got your number, offering first-rate sleeps and eats, plus activities on both ends of the price spectrum.

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The five excellent Tucson City Golf courses run the design gamut, from the traditional greens of El Rio–Trini Alvarez—the site of Tucson’s PGA Open in the 1930s—to the rugged terrain of Fred Enke. Already low prices are made even more reasonable by year-round specials.

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Want to upgrade your game and be the envy of your duffer friends?

Tee off with a PGA TOUR Champion on Pro-Am Day at the Cologuard Classic in March. Other perks of the exclusive package include dining with your pro partner, hosting a guest at the hospitality tent, and attending the final awards reception.

HIKE SAVE

You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to trekking in Tucson, and the pros at Summit Hut can help you decide. At both locations, you’ll find a great selection of hiking guides, maps, and gear, with staff who can advise you on everything from the best times of day to go to how much water to carry.

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Like high-elevation hiking?

Viewing Native American ruins? Southwest Trekking can guide you on a Sonoran Desert adventure tailored to your interests, fitness level, and time frame—everything from a couple of hours to several days. Guides provide provisions, transportation, and an expert eye on all the flora and fauna you’ll encounter along the way.

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Destination Spas: Tucson hosts two of the world’s top destination spas.

Whatever your health or wellness goals, a week with the professionals at the Life Enhancement Center at Canyon Ranch can help you meet them. The emphasis on “mindfulness” at Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa means staying in the moment, whether you want to focus on the latest pampering treatments or face your fears with a challenge exercise.

Spa resorts: The Hashani Spa at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa draws on a wide range of disciplines for its techniques, from Eastern (Thai massage, say) to local (AZ Copper Peptide facial). The term “spa menu” is literal at Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa’s Sonoran Spa: stroll the resort’s extensive gardens and choose plants and herbs to incorporate into your spa treatment.

Day spas: All the locations of Gadabout SalonSpas provide the latest top-to-bottom care, from soothing sugar scrub pedicures to trendy Calligraphy haircuts. Greenspring Rejuvenation Medical Spa employs state-of-the-art lasers, injectables, and other noninvasive techniques to get the anti-aging and cosmetic results once achieved only by surgery.

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Grab a table on the kicked-back patio or in the trendy open interior at one of two Tap & Bottle locations and sample a rotating selection of craft brews; they’re available by the growler, glass, flight, or bottle.

Want a nosh? Take advantage of the array of food trucks parked outside.

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Get an adrenaline rush at the Autobahn Indoor Speedway, where you can zoom around an indoor track on the same day as you sign up, no matter your level of expertise. State-of-theart technology, including advanced safety barriers, allow even first-timers to go go-kart wild without speed limits.

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Tucson has long been known as a healing place; it was here that Mary Nelson’s LaStone Therapy reintroduced the ancient hot stone massage. Come to town to change your life—or just get a quick rejuvenation fix.

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Take the driver’s seat of a professional Cup Car at Musselman Honda Circuit or attend the half-day Blokarting school, where you’ll learn to maneuver a speedy vehicle topped by a sail.

Among other options for thrill- and skill-seekers: renting a six-speed shifter go-kart, capable of doing a 47-second lap.

The only restaurant in Arizona to get Wine Enthusiast’s “Award of Ultimate Distinction”— not once but twice—is The Grill at Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort. It boasts a selection of more than 700 wines and is a local go-to for special occasions and treat-yourself dinners. The New American menu caters to both traditionalists and more adventurous palates, and the mountain vistas from the West Patio are superb.

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Headquarters of the International Dark-Sky Association, Tucson is famed for its stellar stargazing. Several nights of the week, weather permitting, Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium at the University of Arizona offers free viewings through its 16-inch telescope. Gratis, too, are astronomer-guided peeks at the universe from the patio of the solar-powered Sky Bar on Fourth Avenue.

SLEEP SAVE

Mid-century modern meets cowboy chic at The Downtown Clifton hotel, a refurbished 1948 motor court. The reasonable rates belie such charming touches as original art in every room, your own personal record player and LPs, and a voucher toward a meal at a local cafe.

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Book a private, guided stargazing session with world-class equipment at Spencer’s Observatory near Tucson Mountain Park.

One- and two-day astrophotography workshops are available, too. Many opt to stay at the adjacent Cat Mountain Lodge bed & breakfast, a perfect place to crash after peering at the skies into the wee hours.

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The eight-bedroom Breasted House at the Arizona Inn features brocaded chairs, Oriental rugs, and other trappings of the good life. Invite friends to party in your private garden or swim in your heated pool. Enjoy the desert views from the balcony perched outside the luxe master bedroom.

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LAURA TRUE Laura True sees plenty of beautiful landscapes as president of the Arizona Dude Ranch Association and co-owner/partner of three Southern Arizona guest ranches. She helps oversee White Stallion Ranch, in the saguaro-studded Tucson Mountains, which has been in her husband’s family for 52 years; Tombstone Monument Ranch, a replica 1880s Western frontier town surrounded by ancient boulder formations and the rugged Dragoon Mountains near Tombstone; and Rancho de la Osa, Arizona’s most historic and storied ranch, next to the 117,000-acre Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, in Sasabe (on the international border with Mexico).

Describe Tucson’s landscape to someone who has never been here.

The varied native vegetation in the Sonoran Desert, from the giant saguaro cactus to the green-barked palo verde tree and cane-like ocotillo, makes an impressive collection of colors, shapes and textures. A backdrop of five mountain ranges provides wonderful panoramic views.

Of the places to reconnect with nature in Tucson, what is a best-kept secret?

Take the one-hour scenic drive up Mt. Lemmon on the Catalina Highway and watch as your surroundings change from desert lowland to alpine forest.

Why does Southern Arizona’s Old West heritage continue to fascinate visitors?

The Old West and cowboy heritage of Southern Arizona firstly fascinates visitors because it is the standout, unique aspect of the U.S.A. that symbolizes the independence and self-reliance of its people.

Suggest three activities for visitors in Tucson for only one weekend.

Check out Old Tucson to experience the American West, and head to San Xavier Mission for the architectural beauty and fascinating history.

Go downtown to try either a new restaurant or the Mexican food at El Charro Café, followed by live music at the Rialto Theatre.

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HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS Spend any time looking through photos on Instagram featuring #tucson and you’ll see them: photos of painted doors. There’s a good reason for this ever-present image.

The character and color of downtown Tucson’s historic neighborhoods comes through clearly and beautifully.

Surrounding the rapidly evolving downtown are neighborhoods still holding generations of history behind their walls (and doors).

LIFE IS A HIGHWAY!

There’s something about Southern Arizona that makes you want to get behind the wheel—the beauty of the Sonoran Desert as a backdrop, the winding roads, the seemingly endless open space. There’s something for the car-lover in and out of the city, both in and out of the car. Here are three suggestions:

Embark on a wine road trip to Southern Arizona's two designated American Viticultural Areas. In Vail, Sonoita/Elgin, and Willcox, tour the vineyards and sample wines steeped in history.

More than 300 years ago, Spanish missionaries discovered Southern Arizona had the perfect climate for growing grapevines, so they planted Mission grapes to make altar wines. Today, this heritage grape is making a comeback along with modern varieties in the local wineries to the southeast of Tucson.

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Head to the Sulphur Springs Valley (more appealing than it sounds on paper, we promise) via Interstate 10 for a quick little daytrip with something for nearly everyone. Love the Old West? Check out the Rex Allen Museum. Visit wineries, orchards, and pick-your-ownproduce farms. Head a little farther and check out the eightmile scenic drive at Chiricahua National Monument. You’ll see another side of Southern Arizona and probably still be back in Tucson in time for dinner.

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CRUISE OUR HISTORIC NEON SIGNS

Before there was a freeway running adjacent to downtown, cross-country traffic ran down Oracle Road, Miracle Mile, and Drachman Street as drivers took Routes 80 and 89 to their eventual destinations. Motor hotels with big bright beacons worked to draw tired drivers in for the night; now, restored 1950s era signs comprise the Neon Art Walk, a glowing reminder of a slower day gone by.

You can easily walk some of these areas and see architecture from the 1840s to folk and traditional styles of the 1950s. Armory Park saw rapid growth following the arrival of the railroad in 1880, Barrio Anita once hosted a local baseball team in the 1930s (and is home to a great restaurant/market today), and Barrio Libre has more pre-statehood adobe buildings than anywhere in Tucson as well as the El Tiradito shrine.

Learn more about these neighborhoods and find a printable map at VisitTucson.org/ historicneighborhoods.

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Children can discover and explore classical music through the Tucson Symphony Orchestra’s Just for Kids and Family Concerts series. This playful programming takes its cue from Leonard Bernstein’s Young People’s Concerts, which first aired in the 1960s and inspired generations of musicians and music-lovers. The famed conductor/ composer’s life and music will be celebrated nationwide in 2018 to mark the 100th year of his birth. Tucson is among the top places to experience this event: the TSO and other local performing arts groups will present with Jamie Bernstein and world-class guest artists “Bernstein at 100” as part of the annual Tucson Desert Song Festival, January 16–February 4. Learn more on TucsonDesertSongFestival.org.

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Historic architecture is great, but there are also other less-academic ways to experience a little of Tucson eras past. Tiger’s Tap Room, located in the historic (and still incredibly lively) Hotel Congress, took on the moniker of its most prominent bartender, Tiger (aka Tom Ziegler), who has worked there since 1959 and might offer you a snack during his day shifts—just don’t misbehave, Tiger won’t tolerate nonsense. The Shelter on Grant Road was never a bomb shelter as you might suspect from the name and the exterior design, but is rich with 1960s retro swag, including an extensive martini selection and a somewhat surreal collection of Kennedy memorabilia. There aren’t all that many tiki bars left around these days, following the Polynesian frenzy of the mid-60s, but if you want to put on a Hawaiian shirt and drink unnaturally hued beverages, Kon Tiki has been keeping the spirit of that era alive since 1963. If you end up in one of these historic joints, make some friends and remember to tip your bartender.

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TERESA TRUELSEN Promoting the power of play-based interactive learning experiences, hands-on exhibits, and fun special events at Children’s Museum Tucson is part of Teresa Truelsen’s role as director of marketing. She divides her time between the museum’s flagship location in downtown Tucson and the new branch in Oro Valley.

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Which exhibits are currently popular at Children’s Museum?

The Flores Mercado is a hotspot at our downtown location. Kids learn about food production, from garden to market to kitchen, and get to imitate adult tasks like shopping and cooking. The public safety room is always busy with kids pretending to be firefighters, police officers, and ambulance drivers.

Name a few favorite ways to enjoy a morning with family.

Besides exploring the Children’s Museum? Get outdoors. The Heirloom Farmers’ Market at Rillito Regional Park is a lovely spot for kids to play and adults to shop before sitting down to a picnic with fresh, local food purchased at the market. The Loop car-free, shared-use trail is a great place for a family bike ride.

Suggest three activities for visitors with children in Tucson for one weekend.

After must-see Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, explore downtown. Walk the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail, stop by HUB Ice Cream Factory and, if it’s a second Saturday, stay downtown for the live music, street performances, and food trucks as well as our Art After Dark program at Children’s Museum Tucson.

What is the appropriate age range at each of your locations?

Children’s Museum Tucson is aimed at children 10 years and younger. Children’s Museum Oro Valley is geared to early education (newborn-5 years old).

Adults and older siblings can also have great fun (and learn a few things!) by guiding younger visitors through the exhibits.

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Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase 800-638-8350, tucsongemshow.org

93rd La Fiesta de los Vaqueros–Tucson Rodeo 520-741-2233, tucsonrodeo.com

PGA TOUR Champions– Cologuard Classic 520-571-0400, tucsonconquistadores.com Tucson Jazz Festival 520-428-4853, tucsonjazzfestival.org

Savor Food & Wine Festival 520-797-3959, saaca.org/savor

Wings Over Willcox 520-3384-2272, wingsoverwillcox.com

Tubac Festival of the Arts 520-398-2704, tubacaz.com

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Horse Racing at Rillito Park Racetrack 520-745-5486, rillitoracetrack.com

MLS Preseason in Tucson 520-334-1115, fctucson.com

TAR Soccer Shootout 520-529-1493, fortlowellshootout.com Tucson Desert Song Festival: Bernstein at 100 888-546-3305, tucsondesertsongfestival.org

feBruAry Cochise Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering 520-417-6960, cowboypoets.com

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Tucson Gem and Mineral Show® 520-322-5773, tgms.org Tucson Invitational Games 520-777-7680, tigsports.com Tucson Rodeo Parade 520-294-1280, tucsonrodeoparade.com 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo 520-623-1584, epicrides.com

maRch Arizona Distance Classic arizonadistanceclassic.com

Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair 520-624-5004, fourthavenue.org Southeast Arizona Wine Growers Festival 520-455-5582, kj-vineyards.com Tucson Bicycle Classic tucsonbicycleclassic.com Tucson Cine Mexico 520-626-1405, tucsoncinemexico.org VisitTucson.org

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apRil Arizona International Film Festival 520-401-4328, filmfestival arizona.com Charles Mingus Hometown Music Festival 520-287-3685, mingusproject.com

COURTESY OF AGAVE HERITAGE FESTIVAL

Cyclovia Tucson cycloviatucson.org

Pima County Fair 520-762-9100, pimacountyfair.com Texas Canyon Trail Run 520-586-3666, amerind.org

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Ten reasons you’ll love our 10th Anniversary Tucson Festival of Books March 10-11, 2018 University of Arizona Campus

Tucson International Mariachi Conference– Espectacular Concert & Fiesta Garibaldi 520-838-5600, tucsonmariachi.org

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Mt. Lemmon Hill Climb bikegaba.org

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Willcox Wine Country Spring Festival 800-200-2272, willcoxwinecountry.org

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103rd Sonoita Labor Day Rodeo 520-455-5553, sonoitafairgrounds.com

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Tucson Fall Gem Shows 800-638-8350, tucsongemshow.org

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Tucson Pride on Parade 520-989-0235, tucsonpride.org

Nightfall at Old Tucson 520-883-0100, nightfallaz.com

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Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge 520-797-3959, saaca.org

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THE RV PARK

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Rally Park & Equestrian Facility

World Class Jazz in Sunny Tucson!

Past year’s acts have included George Benson, Burt Bacharach, Spyro Gyra, Tower of Power, Snarky Puppy, Dee Dee Bridgewater and many others. 2019 festival line-up will be available this spring at: www.tucsonjazzfestival.org

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All Souls Procession Weekend 800-638-8350, allsoulsprocession.org Civil War in the Southwest 520-466-3183, azstateparks.com/picacho El Tour de Tucson 520-745-2033, perimeterbicycling.com GABA Bike Swap Meet gaba.clubexpress.com

Loft Film Fest 520-795-0844, loftfilmfest.org

A Southwest Nutcracker 520-886-1222, tucsonregionalballet.org A Tucson Pastorela 520-882-7406, borderlandstheater.org Christmas at San Xavier Concert 520-407-6130, patronatosanxavier.org Downtown Parade of Lights 520-268-9030, downtowntucson.org Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair 520-624-5004, fourthavenue.org

Holiday Nights 520-742-6455, tohonochulpark.org La Fiesta de Guadalupe 520-299-9191, degrazia.org NOVA® Home Loans Arizona Bowl 520-292-6951, novaarizonabowl.com Tamal and Heritage Festival 855-765-7829, casinodelsol.com/ tucson-entertainment Tucson Marathon 520-403-3355, tucsonmarathon.com COURTESY OF GREEN VALLEY PECAN COMPANY

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Reid Park Zoo 520-791-4022 reidparkzoo.org Hx

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Tucson Botanical Gardens 520-326-9686 tucsonbotanical.org Hx

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DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun 520-299-9191 520-299-2810 800-545-2185 degrazia.org Hx

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum 520-883-1380 desertmuseum.org Hx

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Sol Casinos 520-883-1700 800-344-9435 casinodelsol.com Ho

Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum and The Turquoise Trail 520-837-8119 tucsonpresidio.com Hx

Arizona History Museum 520-628-5774 arizonahistorical society.org/tucson Hx Arizona State Museum 520-621-6302 statemuseum. arizona.edu Hx

Children’s Museum Tucson 520-792-9985 childrensmuseum tucson.org Hx

Jewish History Museum 520-670-9073 jewishhistory museum.org Hx

Downtown History Museum 520-770-1473 arizonahistorical society.org/ tucson

The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures 520-881-0606 theminitime machine.org Hx

Fort Lowell Museum 520-885-3832 arizonahistorical society.org/tucson Franklin Museum™ 520-326-8038 franklinmuseum.org Gadsden-Pacific Division Toy Train Operating Museum, Ltd. 520-888-2222 gpdtoytrain museum.com

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Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) 520-624-5019 moca-tucson.org x Pima County Sports Hall of Fame 520-406-0742 pcshf.org H Postal History Foundation 520-623-6652 postalhistory foundation.org Hx Sosa-CarrilloFrémont House Museum 520-628-5774

arizonahistorical society.org/ tucson The Southern Arizona Transportation Museum 520-623-2223 tucsonhistoric depot.org x H Tucson Auto Museum 520-207-5715 waynestoys.com H Tucson Desert Art Museum 520-202-3888 tucsondart.org Hx Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 520-624-2333 tucsonmuseum ofart.org Hx Tucson Rodeo Parade Museum 520-294-1280 520-591-9585 tucsonrodeo parade.org Hx

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NATIONAL, STATE & REGIONAL PARKS Tucson Saguaro National Park East 520-733-5158 nps.gov/sagu Hx Saguaro National Park West 520-733-5158 nps.gov/sagu Hx

Central Arizona Arizona State Parks 602-542-4174 azstateparks.com Hx

SPACE, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Tucson Biosphere 2– University of Arizona 520-838-6200 b2science.org Hx

Titan Missile Museum 520-625-7736 titanmissile museum.org Hx

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Colossal Cave Mountain Park 520-647-7275 520-647-7121 colossalcave.com xa

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 520-621-4516 flandrau.org Hx Pima Air & Space Museum 520-574-0462 pimaair.org Hpx Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab 520-626-8792 mirrorlab.as. arizona.edu Hx

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The Fix, Arizona’s Mac N Chz Headquarters 520-305-4493 thefixaz.com H

Beyond Bread 520-461-1111 520-747-7477 520-322-9965 beyondbread.com H Cielos at Lodge on the Desert 520-320-2000 lodgeonthe desert.com Hpo Culinary Dropout 520-203-0934 culinary dropout.com H

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Cushing Street Bar & Restaurant 520-622-7984 cushingstreet.com Hp Dave and Buster’s 520-330-3400 daveandbusters.com H DOWNTOWN Kitchen + Cocktails 520-623-7700

HUB Restaurant and Ice Creamery 520-207-8201 hubdowntown.com Hp In-N-Out Burger 800-786-1000 in-n-out.com/ locations

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Ironwood Terraces Restaurant 520-883-2702 desertmuseum.org/ visit/food.php H

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The Living Room Wine Cafe & Lounge 520-308-5591 livingroom winebar.com Hp

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Maynards Market & Kitchen 520-545-0577 800-722-8848 maynardsmarket tucson.com Hp

Hi Fi Kitchen & Cocktails 520-268-9110 hifibars.com H

Pastiche Food/ Drink 520-325-3333 pasticheme.com Ho

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BISTROS & CAFÉS Café à la C’Art 520-628-8533 520-318-4700 cafealacart tucson.com Hp THE CORONET 520-222-9889 cafecoronet.com Hp Coyote Pause Café 520-883-7297 coyotepausecafe.com Hp Cup Café inside Hotel Congress 520-798-1618 800-722-8848 hotelcongress.com Hp

La Cocina 520-622-0351 lacocinatucson.com H Panera Bread 520-604-1975 panerabread.com H Tohono Chul Garden Bistro 520-742-6455 tohonochulpark.org/ dining

BUFFETS Festa Buffet 520-838-6506 855-765-7829 casinodelsol.com Ho Ko:Sin Ki: Buffet 520-342-1327 866-DDC-WINS (332-9467) ddcaz.com/tucson/ dining-nightlife/ ko-sin-ki-buffet H

CREOLE Sazerac Creole Kitchen & Cocktails 520-389-8156 sazeractucson.com

EAST INDIAN Twisted Tandoor 520-495-5499 thetwisted tandoor.com

ITALIAN & PIZZA Caruso’s Italian Restaurant 520-624-5765 carusositalian.com H Humble Pie–pizza, wine and spirits 520-395-1280 humblepieusa.com p Mama Louisa’s Italian Restaurant 520-790-4702 mamalouisas.com o North Italia 520-299-1600 foxrc.com/ north.html Hp Tavolino Ristorante Italiano 520-531-1913 tavolino ristorante.com Ho

Vero Amore Neapolitan Pizza & Italian 520-325-4122 veroamore pizza.com Hpo Vero Amore Neapolitan Pizza & Italian 520-579-2292 veroamore pizza.com Hpo

MEXICAN BK Carne Asada & Hot Dogs on N. 1st Ave. 520-207-2245 bktacos.com H BK Carne Asada & Hot Dogs on S. 12th Ave. 520-295-0105 bktacos.com H Blanco Tacos + Tequila 520-232-1007 foxrc.com/ restaurants/ blanco-tacos-tequila Hp

BOCA Tacos y Tequila 520-777-8134 bocatacos.com p Café Poca Cosa 520-622-6400 cafepocacosa tucson.com

H El Charro Café 520-622-1922 elcharrocafe.com H El Cisne Mexican Restaurant 520-638-6160 elcisne restaurant.com Hp GRINGO grill + cantina 520-887-3777 gringogrill tucson.com H Illegal Pete’s 520-352-1340 illegalpetes.com Hp Seis Kitchen & Catering 520-622-2002 seiskitchen.com Hp

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Baggin’s Gourmet Sandwiches Marana 520-441-4122 baggins gourmet.com

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Baggin’s Gourmet Sandwiches Grant and Swan 520-886-6214 baggins gourmet.com

Noble Hops 520-797-HOPS(4677) noblehopspub.com Ho

SANDWICHES & DELIS Baggins Gourmet Sandwiches Williams Center 520-305-3922 baggins gourmet.com H

Baggin’s Gourmet Sandwiches Speedway & Treat 520-327-4342 baggins gourmet.com H

Baggin’s Gourmet Sandwiches Valencia & Country Club 520-917-5070 baggins gourmet.com

Baggin’s Gourmet Sandwiches Campbell & Ft. Lowell 520-327-1611 baggins gourmet.com H

Baggin’s Gourmet Sandwiches Oro Valley 520-547-2839 baggins gourmet.com H

Baggin’s Gourmet Sandwiches Oracle & Orange Grove 520-575-8878 baggins gourmet.com

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SEAFOOD El Berraco 520-620-9828 el-berraco.com H

SOUTHWESTERN Javelina Cantina 520-881-4200 dtreidpark.com H Jonathan’s Cork 520-296-1631 jonathanscork.com Ho

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Cactus Rose Steakhouse 520-323-5220 doubletree3. hilton.com H Charro Steak 520-485-1922 charrosteak.com Daisy Mae’s Steakhouse 520-792-8888 520-907-0083 daisymaes steakhouse.com

The Horseshoe Grill 520-838-0404 thehorseshoe tucson.com Hp

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Legends Bar & Grill 520-297-2271 800-528-4856 omnitucson national.com Hp

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Monsoon Night Club 520-294-7777 desertdiamond casino.com H

Nightlife

BARS & NIGHTCLUBS Club Congress 520-622-8848

The Flying V Bar & Grill at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort 520-615-5495 loewshotels.com/ ventana-canyon/ dining/lounge

Lookout Bar & Grille at Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa 520-297-1151 800-722-2500 westwardlook.com a Hp

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 520-529-5017 flemingssteak house.com/ locations/az/tucson

Playground Bar & Lounge 520-396-3691 playground tucson.com

Old Town Artisans 520-622-0351 oldtown artisans.com a Hp

The Still (Speakeasy) thestill tucson.com

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment 520-294-7777 866-DDC-WINS (332-9467) desertdiamond casino.com H Sol Casinos 520-883-1700 800-344-9435 casinodelsol.com Ho

ENTERTAINMENT 191 Toole 520-445-6425 191toole.com H

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Carnival of Illusion 520-615-5299 carnivalof illusion.com xa

Club XS 520-247-3588 clubxsconcerts.com H The Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Show Tucson 866-496-0535 thedinner detective.com H Fox Tucson Theatre 520-624-1515 foxtucson.com Hx Rialto Theatre 520-740-1000 rialtotheatre.com x

Beer, Wine & Spirits

BREWERIES & TAP HOUSES Borderlands Brewing Co. 520-261-8773 borderlands brewing.com Hp Dragoon Brewing Co. 520-329-3606 dragoon brewing.com H Iron John’s Brewing Company 520-775-1727 ironjohnsbrewing. com a

Pueblo Vida Brewing Co. 520-623-7168 pueblovida brewing.com convenience, color lasers p H

Ten 55 Brewing 520-461-8073 1055brewing.com p H

DISTILLERIES Hamilton Distillers– Makers of Whiskey Del Bac 520-628-9244 hamiltondistillers.com H

PUBS The Dusty Monk Pub 520-622-0351 lacocinatucson.com Noble Hops 520-797-HOPS(4677) noblehopspub.com Ho

WINERIES/ VINEYARDS Tucson Charron Vineyards & Winery 520-762-8585 charron vineyards.com a p H

Southern Arizona Deep Sky Vineyard 520-490-6170 deepskyvineyard.com Hp Kief-Joshua Vineyards 520-455-5582 520-609-1017 kj-vineyards.com Hp Sonoita Vineyards Winery 520-455-5893 sonoitavineyards.com H

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CasaBella Fine Art Gallery 520-207-4544 520-425-0625 casabella fineart.com H Davis Dominguez Gallery 520-629-9759 davisdominguez.com H DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun 520-299-9191 520-299-2810 800-545-2185 degrazia.org Hx Desert Artisans’ Gallery 520-722-4412 desertartisans gallery.com Etherton Gallery 520-624-7370 etherton gallery.com Gallery West 520-529-7002 indianartwest.com H H.F. Coors Dinnerware 520-903-1010 800-782-6677 hfcoors dinnerware.com Lawrence Lee Art L.L.C. 520-203-1299 lawrenceleeart.com Hp

Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio 520-884-7404 philabaumglass.com H Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild 520-299-7294 southernazwater colorguild.com

Sonoita Merchants Association (The Villages of Sonoita and Elgin) 520-881-7787 facebook.com/ sonoita-merchantsassociation356262064574541

LIVE MUSIC & COMEDY FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CLASSIC FILMS COMMUNITY EVENTS

PERFORMING ARTS Arizona Friends of Chamber Music 520-577-3769 arizonachamber music.org H

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Desert Legacy Galleries 520-455-0555 520-881-7787 desertlegacy galleries.com

Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery 520-722-7798 800-422-9382 medicineman gallery.com H

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Old Town Artisans 520-622-0351 520-620-1725 oldtown artisans.com Hp

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Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson 520-303-3945 yumegardens.org H

Madaras Gallery 520-615-3001 madaras.com Hx

Monterey Court Studio Galleries, Cafe & Courtyard Stage 520-207-2429 monterey courtaz.com Hp

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun

Carnival of Illusion 520-615-5299 carnivalof illusion.com xa

Fox Tucson Theatre 520-624-1515 foxtucson.com Hx GVR Live! Arts & Entertainment 520-625-0288 gvrec.org Hx

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Outdoor Adventure

Sea Of Glass– Center For The Arts 520-398-2542 520-307-5192 theseaofglass.org H

Southern Arizona

Something Something Theatre 520-468-6111 something something theatre.com Hx Tucson Symphony Orchestra 520-882-8585 520-792-9155 tucsonsymphony.org Hx UA Presents 520-621-3341 520-626-3870 uapresents.org Hx Unscrewed Theater 520-289-8076 unscrewed theater.org H

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BIRD WATCHING Tucson Audubon 520-629-0510 tucsonaudubon.org

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APPAREL & ACCESSORIES Arizona Hatters 520-292-1320 facebook.com/ arizonahatters H Buffalo Exchange 520-795-0508 buffalo exchange.com H Buffalo Trading Post 520-578-0226 catmountain station.com/ buffalo_trading_ post.html H Old Town Artisans 520-622-0351 520-620-1725 oldtown artisans.com Hp

Sweet P’s Luxury Organic Skin Care 520-909-1192 sweetpskincare.com

BOOKS & MUSIC Bookmans East 520-748-9555 bookmans.com Hp Bookmans Midtown 520-325-5767 bookmans.com Hp Bookmans Northwest 520-579-0303 bookmans.com Hp Old Paint Records 520-279-7899 oneoldpaint.com p Western National Parks Association 520-622-6014 wnpa.org H

FARMERS’ MARKETS Heirloom Farmers Markets 520-882-2157 heirloomfm.org

Heirloom Farmers Markets–Oro Valley 520-882-2157 heirloomfm.org

GALLERIES & STUDIOS

St. Philip’s Plaza Farmers’ Market 520-261-6982 foodinroot.com Hp

CasaBella Fine Art Gallery 520-207-4544 520-425-0625 casabellafine art.com H

FINE ARTS & COLLECTIBLES Etherton Gallery 520-624-7370 etherton gallery.com The Lost Barrio Tucson 520-628-4764 facebook.com/ lostbarriotucson H Old Town Artisans 520-622-0351 520-620-1725 oldtown artisans.com Hp Shelago’s Artwerks USA 480-290-5158 shelagos artwerksusa.com H

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Davis Dominguez Gallery 520-629-9759 davis dominguez.com H DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun 520-299-9191 520-299-2810 800-545-2185 degrazia.org Hx Desert Artisans’ Gallery 520-722-4412 desertartisans gallery.com Gallery West 520-529-7002 indianart west.com H

H.F. Coors Dinnerware 520-903-1010 800-782-6677 hfcoors dinnerware.com Lawrence Lee Art L.L.C. 520-203-1299 lawrenceleeart.com Hp Madaras Gallery 520-615-3001 madaras.com Hx Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery 520-722-7798 800-422-9382 medicineman gallery.com H Monterey Court Studio Galleries, Cafe & Courtyard Stage 520-207-2429 monterey courtaz.com a Hp Old Town Artisans 520-622-0351 520-620-1725 oldtown artisans.com Hp

Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio 520-884-7404 philabaumglass.com H Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild 520-299-7294 southernaz watercolorguild.com Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson 520-303-3945 yumegardens.org H Yun Gee Park Gallery & Atelier 520-901-0013 yungeepark.com Hp

Southern Arizona Desert Legacy Galleries 520-455-0555 520-881-7787 desertlegacy galleries.com Sonoita Merchants Association (The Villages of Sonoita and Elgin) 520-881-7787 facebook.com/ sonoita-merchantsassociation356262064574541

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EYES ON THE SKIES. FEET ON THE GROUND. ENJOY IT ALL HERE. Just a hop, skip, and a jump from Tucson, Sierra Vista’s cooler climate and soaring mountains offer a relaxing get-away.

Bring your bike, boots, and appetite. We’ve got you covered.

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GIFTS & SOUVENIRS Ben’s Bells 520-622-1379 bensbells.org Pop-Cycle 520-622-3297 popcycleshop.com H

HOME & GARDEN House ‘N Garden Furniture 520-888-2800 housengarden.com

JEWELRY, GEMS & MINERALS American Gem Trade Association 214-742-4367 800-972-1162 agta.org Arizona Lapidary & Gem Rough, Inc. 520-399-6641 888-627-4481 arizona lapidary.com Hp Gem & Jewelry Exchange 520-882-4200 gjxusa.com

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Cat Mountain Station 520-578-4272 catmountain station.com H Downtown Tucson Partnership 520-268-9030 downtown tucson.org Foothills Mall–Outlets, Entertainment & More!

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PARTY SUPPLIES & RENTALS Ace Casino Equipment 520-529-7488 acecasino equipment.com

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Old Pueblo Brew Tours 520-789-0849 oldpueblo brewtours.com

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BUS & VAN TOURS

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LEGENDARY ADVENTURES

Old West History

Vibrant Communities

Outdoor Adventures

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Tucson International Airport 520-573-8100 flytucson.com Hp

AUTO RENTAL A Affordable Rent-A-Car 520-318-0128 520-795-RENT(7368) yelp.com/biz/ a-affordable-rentacar-tucson Adobe Transportation 520-609-0591 520-609-0593 adobe transportation.com H Enterprise Rent-a-Car 520-784-6612 520-325-7909 800-RENT-A-CAR (736-8222) enterprise.com

CABS, LIMOS & TOWN CARS GoldStar Town Car & Limo 520-490-5406 goldstaraz.com

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Catalina Transportation Services, Inc. 520-624-5466 800-710-8994 catalina transportation.com

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Explore the future of our planet at the University of Arizona Biosphere 2.

Tours daily!

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Local First Arizona 520-230-5392 localfirstaz.com

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BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS & CHAMBERS

Steven Meckler

Tucson

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Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) 520-797-3959 saaca.org Hx Southern Arizona Green Chamber of Commerce 520-777-7138 sagcc.org Southern Arizona Lodging & Resort Association 520-207-9931 520-977-6229 salara.org x Sun Corridor Inc. 520-243-1900 866-600-0331 suncorridorinc.com H Tucson Association of REALTORS® 520-327-4218 tucsonrealtors.org H Tucson GLBT Chamber of Commerce 520-615-6436 tucsonglbt chamber.org Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 520-620-0005 tucsonhispanic chamber.org H

Bisbee Chamber of Commerce 520-432-6293 bisbeearizona.com Graham County Chamber of Commerce 928-428-2511 888-837-1841 grahamchamber.com Nogales–Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce/Visitor & Tourism Center 520-287-3685 thenogales chamber.org x H Nogales, Sonora Chamber of Commerce 520-940-0078 Sonoita–Elgin Chamber of Commerce 520-455-5498 sonoitaelgin chamber.org Tombstone Chamber of Commerce 520-457-9317 888-457-3929 tombstone chamber.com Hp Tubac Chamber of Commerce 520-398-2704 tubacaz.com H Willcox Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture 520-384-2272 800-200-2272 willcox chamber.com Hx

Mickey Schaefer & Associates 520-219-0469 mickeyand associates.com Presidio Distribution 520-296-8024 presidio distribution.com Remedy Intelligent Staffing 520-745-9696 remedytucson.com

H Robert Half International 520-584-3490 520-584-3480 800-804-8367 rhi.com SCAD Media 520-762-7227 scad-media.com H Staff Matters 520-647-9100 staffmattersinc.com Tempest 800-274-8774 tempest.im

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS & CHARITIES Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona 520-624-0595 artsfoundtucson.org Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona 520-622-0525 community foodbank.org

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Diversified Print Solutions 520-393-3551 diversifiedprint solutions.com H Jewish Tucson 520-299-3000 Page jewishtucson.org H

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CORPORATIONS Icagen, Inc. 520-544-6800 520-544-6802 icagen.com H Jam2Grow, L.L.C. 520-631-3681 jam2grow.com Tucson Electric Power/UniSource Energy Services 520-623-7711 520-884-3740 tep.com

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BizTucson Magazine 520-299-1005 520-907-1012 biztucson.com The Desert Leaf 520-881-5188 desertleaf.com

Where GuestBook Tucson 480-481-9981 wheretraveler.com/ tucson

Central Arizona Arizona Highways 602-712-2045 602-712-2049 800-543-5432 arizona highways.com H Arizona Key Magazine 480-478-0628 877-539-2476 arizonakey.com ON Media Publications 602-323-9701 onmediaaz.com

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Town of Oro Valley 520-229-4995 orovalleyaz.gov

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MAGAZINES & NEWSPAPERS Tucson The Arizona Bilingual Magazine 520-406-4947 520-312-5986 azbilingual.com Arizona Daily Star 520-573-4412 tucson.com H Arizona Jewish Post 520-319-1112 azjewishpost.com

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City of Tucson 520-791-4201 tucsonaz.gov

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Madden Media 520-322-0895 maddenmedia.com

REAL ESTATE & RELOCATION Andy Courtney Properties, Ltd. 520-290-5700 andycourtney.com Anne Crooks, Director of Business Development/ Relocation/ Long Realty Co. 520-918-1605 800-354-5664 annec.long realty.com Christine & Ed Schaefer, ABR, CIPS, CRS, GRI/Tierra Antigua Realty 260-668-5037 866-330-5353 christine-ed.com H

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SALONS & DAY SPAS Gadabout SalonSpas 520-322-9434 gadabout.com

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Central Arizona Certified Folder Display Service, Inc. 602-437-4776 800-799-7373 certifiedfolder.com Visit Phoenix 602-254-6500 877-CALL-PHX (225-5749) visitphoenix.com

Northern Arizona Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau 928-213-2910 800-217-2367 flagstaffarizona.org Visit Prescott 928-778-2929 visit-prescott.com

Southern Arizona Sierra Vista Visitor Center 520-417-6960 800-288-3861 visitsierravista.com H Tombstone Office of Tourism 520-457-2340 800-457-3423 cityof tombstone.com

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Main Gate Square

Experience our energizing spirit firsthand with a visit to Main Gate Square, a pedestrian-friendly dining and shopping destination.

This mix of retailers and restaurants adjacent to the University of Arizona (UA) gets up early and stays up late.

Before or after the big game, concert, or museum outing, you can enjoy Southwestern pub grub and knock back a pint of award-winning craft beer at Gentle Ben’s Brewing Co., a campus icon since 1971.

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Fourth Avenue

Called Tucson’s “most eclectic shopping district,” the avenue has a bohemian feel, with local merchants and artisans selling everything from jewelry and handmade candles to vintage clothing. The Fourth Avenue Street Fair, held in spring and winter, shines a light on this free-spirited stretch. Fourth Avenue is also home to some of Tucson’s best-loved food and drink spots. Among these eateries is BOCA Tacos y Tequila, an authentic Sonoran favorite that treats tacos like a canvas, and nearby, you can wash them down with one of 20 rotating brews at Tap & Bottle.

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Tucson’s history, charm, and culture draw meeting planners, concert promoters, and special events from across the country, many to the Tucson Convention Center with its huge indoor arena and two performing arts venues.

Vendors and attendees can catch the Tucson Gem & Mineral Society’s famed Tucson Gem and Mineral Show every February and walk to shops, restaurants, and museums just a few blocks away.

Downtown Core

The city’s cultural hub, in and around Congress Street, hums with activity day or night. Modern urban dwellings rise above historic sites as sidewalk cafes, restaurants, and shops welcome energetic crowds.

The Tucson Museum of Art, Etherton Gallery, and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) all offer outstanding collections, while live shows at the historic Rialto and Fox theaters add to the entertainment.

Hotel Congress—built in 1919 and once the hideout of John Dillinger’s gang—is even more famous for its hip restaurant, popular concert venue, and resident ghost.

Rialto Theatre

Sentinel

Sentinel Peak rises just west of downtown. Its base is Tucson’s birthplace, where people have lived continuously for more than 4,000 years. Since 1916, UA students have made a yearly tradition of painting the namesake letter “A” on “A Mountain.”

Drive to the top for a liberating cityscape view. The Mercado San Agustín is one of the city’s premier public markets. Regional eateries, including a taco shop, Mexican bakery, and Sonoran snow cone shop, surround a central courtyard, while local artisans anchor the rest of the center. Folks gather here for a weekly farmers’ market plus outdoor movies, food-truck roundups, and live concerts.

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Presidio

Irishman Hugh O’Connor, who worked for the Spanish crown, established the Tucson presidio (fort) in 1775. Today, visitors can follow the outline of the original boundaries and visit a replica of the fort at Presidio San Agustín del Tucson. Nearby, colorful adobe row houses and narrow streets tip a hat to Tucson’s Spanish Colonial character.

Old Town Artisans spans a historic block and features local, regional, and Latin American artists as well as a Southwestern restaurant. El Charro Café, purportedly the oldest family-run Mexican restaurant in the country, serves up local flavor.

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Caruso's

El Charro Café has been serving up Mexican delights since 1922, so you know it must be muy delicioso. Carlotta Flores, the present-day owner, keeps the traditions of her great-aunt—the original owner—alive.

Caruso’s, an Italian restaurant named after its original owner, simmers its homemade sauce in the same big copper pot used since day one in the 1930s. Also check out the cozy Cushing Street Bar & Restaurant, where diners have enjoyed classic fare and Saturday night jazz for more than 40 years in an adobe structure whose core dates back to the 1860s.

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El Presidio Bed & Breakfast Inn was built in 1880, making it Tucson’s most storied B&B, replete with lush landscaping and a courtyard fountain. Slightly younger is the Hotel Congress, a downtown cultural institution that will soon celebrate a centennial. The well-appointed Arizona Inn exudes timeless elegance and was founded in 1930 by Arizona’s first congresswoman, Isabella Greenway.

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Explore the shops and galleries at Old Town Artisans, located on a site that dates back to 1775. Another pillar of the community is Old Main—built in 1891 as the University of Arizona’s first structure. Visit it today and imagine students hitching their ponies before class. While on campus, stroll over to the Arizona State Museum, to view exhibits featuring traditional Native American artworks and wares made using techniques that have been practiced for thousands of years in the U.S. Southwest.

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Mercado San Agustín creates a sense of place with its open-air courtyard packed with shops, eateries, and a farmers’ market that embodies the spirit of Tucson’s City of Gastronomy designation.

The nearby MSA Annex features a container village of housing, retail, and commercial spaces that represent the innovative future of Downtown Tucson’s revival. Get your adrenaline pumping at Autobahn Indoor Speedway, an indoor go-kart raceway where you can put the pedal to the metal at up to 40 miles per hour.

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AC Hotel Tucson Downtown is a brandnew, stylish hotel with an urban resonance and a rooftop pool. The view of the sunset is priceless. If kitschy midcentury modern is more your style, rest your head at The Downtown Clifton hotel, “the swankiest bunkhouse this end of a trail ride.”

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A recent up-and-comer is 5 Points Market & Restaurant, where you can enjoy consistently delicious Instagramworthy fare or shop for local organic produce. Welcome Diner is also quickly becoming a favorite of locals for its “scratchcooked Southern-tinged farm-to-table” dishes. Sample the urban-chic vibe at Elvira’s while rejoicing in a divine mouthful of mole. Craving authentic and upscale traditional Thai food? Senae Thai Bistro will tantalize your taste buds. In the mood for sushi with a Hawaiian twist? Discover the refined modernist cuisine at MiAn Sushi & Modern Asian Cuisine.

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October Tucson is home to a diverse array of people from every corner of the globe, all of whom come together to cook their best dishes at Tucson Meet Yourself. With more than 200 chefs, artists, and performers putting on a delicious show, it’s a mustgo event.

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o matter when you arrive, Downtown Tucson’s got an events calendar brimming with everything from jazz legends, a globally acclaimed food scene, and a massive, one-of-akind gem and mineral show to energetic street fairs and independent film festivals. Discover these festivities that tap into our desert city’s lively and original cross-cultural Sonoran soul.

In the Swing of Things

Jan. 11–21 The world-class Tucson Jazz Festival ushers in the New Year with 70-degree weather and top-tier acts performing every day at a variety of indoor and outdoor locations. The

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Rock On Jan. 27–Feb. 11 main event, which takes place on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with performances on eight stages throughout downtown, is free to the public.

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Leave no stone unturned at the world’s largest gem and mineral show of its kind. The Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase features fossils, minerals, jewelry, collectibles, beads, gems, and apparel. For two weeks, the Old Pueblo transforms into a rock hound’s wonderland with extraordinary treasures available around every corner.

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November 3–4 The All Souls Procession is the Old Pueblo’s unforgettable, completely grassroots production honoring the dearly departed. You can reminisce as the procession winds its way through Tucson’s historic neighborhoods to the grand finale adjacent to Mercado San Agustín.

Meet Me at Maynards Choose a two-, three-, or four-mile route to walk or run through downtown every Monday evening, and take advantage of discounts at participating local restaurants and bars afterward.

Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market Don’t miss this un-beet-able farmers’ market, held every Thursday.

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March 4–11 Experience the grandeur of chamber music at the 25th Tucson Winter Chamber Music Festival. For one week, revel in the many joys of classical music. With virtuoso musicians, youth concerts, master classes, and a gala dinner and concert, this festival is sure to entertain.

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April 27–May 6 Get an authentic taste of Tucson at the weeklong Agave Heritage Festival.

You can explore the versatile agave plant by way of food, drink, and educational seminars in this annual tradition anchored at the historic Hotel Congress.

May 5–6 Head on down to the Tucson Folk Festival. The best of American folk music fills the air all weekend, and admission is free. Visitors will enjoy the jams, workshops, art exhibits, kids’ activities, a beer garden, and food booths.

Cactus Cinema

October 11–14 Tucson has a history of film production that stretches back more than a century, and Film Fest Tucson celebrates that heritage. It’s an eclectic and enthralling curated selection of independent films, along with legacy programs of movies shot here.

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Cinema La Placita at Tucson Museum of Art Every Thursday, from May through August, watch the Old Pueblo’s premier outdoor movie series. This summertime classic offers drinks, food, and fun for all ages.

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Toe-Tappin’ Fun

Santa Cruz Farmers' Market

Living History Days at Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Witness colonial life as volunteer re-enactors demonstrate cooking techniques and military drills, and tell stories once a month, from October to May. 2nd Saturdays Downtown Experience live local music, food vendors, street performers, vendor discounts, and more every second Saturday, all year long.

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March & December Hit the streets—more specifically Fourth Avenue—every spring and winter to discover the crafts and wares of creative vendors. With more than 400 booths to peruse and 35 food trucks to hit up, the Fourth Avenue Street Fairs are delightful hybrids of flea market meets festival meets fair.

S.T.E.A.M. Sundays at Children’s Museum Tucson Have fun with the many joys of science, technology, engineering, art, and math with your kids every Sunday in the summer.

El Tour de Tucson Cyclists of all abilities have fun and challenge themselves every November when they ride short Fun Rides or longer rides up to 106 miles long. Live music, food vendors, kids' activities, and more await at the finish line.

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any have contemplated the idea of the Sonoran Desert as a place of extreme, rugged beauty, a place to find answers and attain some level of rebirth. For those looking for this kind of revitalization, Downtown Tucson has activities and services that can help you relax, rejuvenate, and, possibly, reinvent yourself.

Stimulate Your Mind

El Tiradito Wishing Shrine

Enlighten Your Spirit

At Creative Tribe, hands-on creative workshops range from digital photography and floral arrangement to body positivity, cooking, and more. You can also spark your imagination and your fitness at MOCA Tucson. This extraordinary museum devoted

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Downtown Tucson offers diverse spiritual influences. Visit El Tiradito Wishing Shrine in the evening and make a wish as you light a candle. Legend has it that if it’s still burning at sunrise, your wish may come true. Go to Mass at the beautifully restored St. Augustine Cathedral, or gain

Invigorate Your Body

MOCA Tucson

exclusively to contemporary art from Tucson and around the globe offers programs ranging from artists-in-residence to yoga classes alongside the stunning exhibits.

There’s nothing like quenching your thirst after an awesome workout. Every Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m., enjoy Pints & Poses—a relaxing yoga class followed by a frosty pint of craft beer— at Pueblo Vida Brewing Co. Looking for more ways to get moving? Take one of nearly 20 dance and fitness classes at Floor Polish. Try Belly Dance Fusion, PiYo, Nude Yoga, Tai Chi, or Intro to Burlesque, to name a few. Your body will feel loose and strong in no time!

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perspective on a tour of the Jewish History Museum. While there, take time to unwind in the outdoor contemplation space or lovely sculpture garden.

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n Café Poca Cosa, chef/owner Suzana Davila has placed her imaginative Mexican cuisine within the lively confines of a truly upscale, yet casual, downtown bistro setting.

Our menu, which changes twice daily, is printed in Spanish on a portable chalkboard that servers take from table to table. This fun, spontaneous approach to dining encourages guests to sample old favorites and to discover new ones.

Chef Davila’s cuisine, which draws upon the wide range of flavors and ingredients indigenous to Mexico, provides the ideal opportunity for diners to indulge in a truly unique and memorable dining experience.

Whether you visit us for lunch or dinner, you can look forward to authentic regional flavors and the freshest ingredients arriving daily. Be assured that every dish is infused with the elements that define Café Poca Cosa: family, heart, and passion!

Because Café Poca Cosa is one of Tucson’s most popular dining destinations, reservations are strongly recommended.

Please call us to assure yourself a table!

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ake the Sun Link Streetcar one of your Tucson destinations, and be transported to five of Tucson’s unique entertainment districts to enjoy some of the best arts and culture Tucson has to offer.

Sun Link’s 23 stops connect you to more than 100 eateries, 150 shops, 30plus museums and galleries, and 30 bars and clubs. And with frequent service, you won’t have to wait long to hop onboard.

Feeling adventurous? Take a day to explore the Sun Link corridor— streetcars run from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Monday through Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. (Hours are decreased in summer months.)

Buy a one-day SunGO ticket at any streetcar stop or download a ticket to your mobile phone with the GoTucson Transit app for easy travel on the Sun Link, the Sun Tran award-winning bus system, and the Sun Shuttle neighborhood circulator system.

For more information, call 520-792-9222 or visit sunlinkstreetcar.com and suntran.com.

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ow located at 500 N. 4th Avenue in a larger space with indoor and outdoor dining, bar seating with eight drafts on tap, and refreshing cocktails. We are one of Tucson’s more unique must-eat restaurants.

This one-of-a-kind burger joint was the winner of Tucson Weekly’s 2013 and 2016 Best Burger award. Lindy’s was featured on Man vs Food with our tantalizing tower-of-achallenge burger—the OMFG, Meat and Potatoes on the Travel Channel, and Ginormous Food on Food Network with the Burn Out Challenge.

If a single patty is more your speed, try our popular burger creations: The Heckle + Jeckle, our in-house seasoned meat layered with caramelized onion bacon jam, cream cheese, crispy bacon, jalapenos, and fried seasoned onions, or The Kush, with raspberry preserves, green chili, bleu cheese, and bacon.

Are you ready to take your burger to the next level?

Lindys on 4th is the place for you!

500 N. 4th Ave., 520-207-6970, lo4th.com

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he “Crown Jewel of Downtown” presents an exciting mix of live entertainment, classic movies, and community events all year long in this beautifully restored, historic theatre.

With state-of-the-art equipment and outstanding acoustic values, every show at the Fox creates lasting memories.

There’s something for every music lover this season, from industry icons and legends to exciting new artists. Featuring an eclectic mix of genres to entice music lovers of all kinds, solo artists and bands—from country to bluegrass, hot jazz

to cool blues, big band to world music—grace the stage and find a welcoming home at the Fox. The Fox also offers a variety of performing art choices like touring theatrical productions, special presentations by bestselling authors, and well-known comedians and comedy acts. If you need even more incentive to visit—don’t forget the movies!

There’s something thrilling about seeing a classic 35mm film on the big screen as the director intended.

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[D&D Pinball] D&D Pinball is Southern Arizona’s largest pinball arcade, located in the heart of the Historic Fourth Avenue District. Come enjoy the fast-paced excitement of classic pinball, great for all ages. Test your silverball skills on popular favorites as Captain Fantastic, The Addams Family, and Batman 66. D&D Pinball is also available for private parties for birthdays, holidays, and fundraisers. Open Thu. 1–10 p.m., Fri. 1–11 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun. 1–8 p.m. Closed Mon., Tue., and Wed. 331 E. 7th St., 520-777-4969, danddpinball.com 3

[Mercado San Agustín and MSA Annex]

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he Mercado San Agustín and the MSA Annex together make up Tucson’s Mercado District. Located just west of Downtown and featuring a diverse selection of innovative local shops and restaurants, this district provides a uniquely Tucson experience. Walking the beautiful tree-lined streets is reminiscent of an Old-World city in a modern desert setting.

The Mercado San Agustín’s beautiful outdoor courtyard is a popular gathering place for locals and travelers alike to experience our vibrant culture. And a short walk down the street you will find the more modern, MSA Annex. Built inside repurposed shipping containers, this shopping center is both fresh and beautiful. A feature of the Annex is the outdoor festival grounds. Both locations host many special events and markets, creating a dynamic destination morning, noon, and night.

Mercado San Agustín 100 S. Avenida del Convento, 520-461-1107, mercadodistrict.com MSA Annex 267 S. Avenida del Convento, 520-461-1107, mercadodistrict.com

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[HUB Ice Cream Factory]

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Make your day a little sweeter with our award-winning, handcrafted ice cream and ever-changing housemade treats. You’ll never tire of our custom shakes, Old Pueblo-inspired popsicles, ice cream sandwiches wrapped to-go, plus 300 rotating flavors with 24 available at a time.

Catering now available.

245 E. Congress St., 520-622-0255, hubicecream.com

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[HUB Restaurant & Creamery]

[ Playground Bar & Lounge]

Tucson’s award-winning Downtown destination for casual-to-fine latenight dining, inventive cocktails, and legendary ice cream since 2011— served in a hip yet family-friendly atmosphere. Try our Glory Curds, Prime Fries, Lobster Mac & Cheese or our daily specials in the remodeled main or new private dining room.

266 E. Congress St., 520-207-8201, hubdowntown.com

The perfect spot for cheering on the Wildcats, hosting your next private event on our newly remodeled, climatecontrolled rooftop, or dancing the night away to Tucson’s finest DJs! We offer wedding services from rehearsal to reception, custom catering, and cocktail options. Our VIP Bottle Service will make your special day even more memorable.

278 E. Congress St., 520-396-3691, playgroundtucson.com

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[Tucson Bike Tours]

[Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio]

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howcasing the artistry of renowned glass artist Tom Philabaum, the gallery also features select pieces and exhibits of other talented artists from all over the country.

A visit to the gallery will leave you dazzled as each creation reveals light trapped within layers of color and form. If artists are in the studio, visitors may watch them put their breath to fire creating magic for all to see!

Tom has been a part of the Tucson art scene since 1975 and his work has been featured in numerous collections worldwide. Genres include: blown, cast, hand-built, dalle de verre, painted and collaged glass.

711 South 6th Ave., 520-884-7404, philabaumglass.com

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[Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum]

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Tucson’s historic neighborhoods are best experienced by bicycle. Cruise quiet streets through colorful barrios. Learn about the Old Pueblo’s people and places. Ride with safe and knowledgeable guides. Get rolling!

215 N. Hoff Ave. 520-488-4446 tucsonbiketours.com

Experience colonial life on docent-led tours at this replica of Tucson’s original fort.

Living History Days are also held on the second Saturday of the month from October through April.

196 N. Court Ave., 520-837-8119 tucsonpresidio.com

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[ DOWNTOWN Kitchen + Cocktails] [The Carriage House]

Enjoy great people watching from the patio, world-class art, a menu that features garden-fresh ingredients, and happy hour every day with pricing that keeps the bar jumping. Owner/ James Beard award-winning chef Janos Wilder has been a driving culinary force in the development of Tucson’s now vibrant downtown and as part of the team earning the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation in the U.S. 135 S. 6th Ave., 520-623-7700, downtownkitchen.com

Chef Janos Wilder’s Carriage House Event Venue & Cooking School is a top Tucson venue for weddings, receptions, corporate retreats, special occasions, and more. It is also the ideal spot for year-round fun, featuring a variety of community fundraisers, holiday events, pop-up chef dinners and cooking classes. The on-premise state-ofthe-art catering kitchen offers unlimited cuisine options (on property and off) created by James Beard Award-Winning Chef Janos Wilder.

125 S. Arizona Ave., 520-615-6011, carriagehousetucson.com

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[Hotel Congress] [Maynards Market & Kitchen] Built in 1919, Hotel Congress holds a place in national history for its role in the capture of infamous gangster John Dillinger in 1934. Since then, Hotel Congress has evolved into a multi-faceted hub of entertainment and culture in Tucson. Hotel guests are charmed by the 40 rooms maintained in 1930s style, while Copper Hall is a beautiful venue for private events. The hotel recently earned an invitation to join the Historic Hotels of America National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Locals and visitors alike flock to Cup Café for its eclectic fare and hip, relaxed, ambiance for lunch, dinner, and brunch. Club Congress, named one of the best bars in America by Esquire magazine, has gained a national reputation for its high-profile live music acts and the inclusion of talented local bands.

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Located in the Historic Train Depot, Maynards Market & Kitchen is perfect for those looking for an unforgettable dining experience. Enjoy the modern bistro cuisine at Maynards Kitchen, coined “dark and handsome” by The New York Times. Blending modern concepts with Old World techniques, the chefs use locally sourced ingredients to create award-winning food. Quench your thirst with any of their craft cocktails or wines from their Wine Spectatorrecognized selection.

Adjacent to the Kitchen is Maynards Market. Fast and casual, the Market serves quick-service breakfast and lunch sandwiches, salads, chef-prepared sides, and house-made desserts and pastries. Savor their coffee drinks, local beers, or wine from the abundant selection in their boutique wine shop. Guests can even book any of the indoor or outdoor spaces for an unparalleled private event.

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telier Laura Tanzer is the go-to Tucson authority for modern, chic clothing made to fit. We offer both off-the-rack and bespoke items. Award-winning Laura Tanzer designs and engineers stylish clothing using natural fabrics such as cotton, linen, silk, and wool. As a clothing engineer, Laura insists on making clothes that fit perfectly. We produce everything right here.

An artist at heart, Laura digitally prints her art on fabric, creating exquisite and limited edition wearable art pieces; perfect for those looking for an exceptional shopping experience. We operate as a sustainable brand, paying close attention to sourcing, to production processes, and to natural fiber fabrics.

We host our celebrated Sustainable Living Forum the fourth Wednesday of every month, 5:30– 7:30 p.m. We also host an artisan showcase every quarter. Both are open to the public. We are located in the heart of Downtown at the Historic Train Depot, one block from Congress Street. Stop in, call, and connect! We would love to meet you!

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[Santa Theresa Tile Works] A Tucson tradition located 34 downtown in the Warehouse Arts District. Create your own mosaics using our handmade tile. We offer unique mosaic workshops, gift items, tile-making classes, custom tile murals, and so much more! santatheresatileworks.com

[ Tucson Food Tours] We are Tucson’s original walking food tour where you not only get a combination of delicious foods and beverages, but a little history of Tucson along the way. This tour is one of the “Top things to do in Tucson” and was designed to allow visitors, locals, and foodies to sample some of the best local foods and drinks from at least six local restaurants. The guide will point out architectural and historical highlights, cultural hotspots, and unique local shops.

We also specialize in custom, private, or corporate tours and/or events.

Come along with us for a Taste of Tucson! Tours start at 11 a.m. and are approximately four hours long. Visit TucsonFoodTours.com or call 477-7986 for our schedule, to sign up for a tour, or for more information.

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[Children’s Museum Tucson]

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Experience the joy of play-based learning at Children’s Museum Tucson. Families can find 13 rooms with fun, interactive exhibits.

Become an engineer in Build It! Experience scientific discovery in Investigation Station. Create your masterpiece in the Imaginarium.

Every visit offers something different and new! 200 S. 6th Ave., 520-792-9985, childrensmuseumtucson.org UniquelyTucson.com

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[Tucson Thrift Shop]

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ucson Thrift Shop is Tucson’s unique vintage and costume-wear resource for the fun side of life!

Established in 1979, it is a locally grown business, evolving with the delightful Fourth Avenue community for 39 years. Tucson Thrift Shop continues to provide a marketplace for creative shoppers seeking their own personal style. As a hybrid thrift store with a fashionably funky blend of old and new, it is an emporium for Tucson’s street-wear and theme-party needs. Its features include new and used costume clothing, original vintage clothing spanning from the 1950s to the 80s, affordable street-wear and new import clothing, costume jewelry, accessories, props, wigs, and makeup. It specializes in hats of all persuasions, including formal felts, westerns, casual, and funky costume. In addition, it features tuxedos and tuxedo accessories, as well as ethnic, belly dancing, and sterling silver jewelry. A fun place to shop!

Located at 319 N. 4th Ave., between 7th and 8th streets.

Hours: Mon.–Thurs., 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri.– Sat., 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun. noon–6 p.m.

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[R Bar & Rialto Theatre]

[MOCA Tucson]

R Bar provides craft cocktails and beer, natural wines, spontaneous drink creations, and traditional bar favorites. The Story of Tucson steel mural provides a charismatic backdrop to a very unique space.

Open Sat.–Thurs., 7 p.m.–2 a.m., and Fridays at 5 p.m. Check rbartucson.com for nightly events.

350 E. Congress St. #110 on Herbert Alley, 520-305-3599 Rialto Theatre is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the best of live entertainment to Downtown Tucson and maintaining the historic theater. The Rialto Theatre first opened its doors in 1920 and continues to host a broad array of performers and talent, including rock bands, comedians, jazz musicians, film, flamenco, country, and more.

318 E. Congress St., 520-740-1000 rialtotheatre.com

The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Tucson is an artist-centered contemporary art institution dedicated to presenting innovative, forward-thinking exhibitions that engage and inspire. MOCA Tucson offers a diverse array of programming for youth and adults. Visit MOCA Tucson today! Open Wed.–Sun. 12–5 p.m.

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[ Film Fest Tucson]

[ Visit Tucson/UA Visitor Center]

The third annual Film Fest Tucson will take place October 11–14, 2018. Films will be presented at the 100-year-old historic Scottish Rite Cathedral in Downtown Tucson.

The film program will feature Arizona premieres of new independent films from around the country, special guests including directors, producers, on-screen talent, and others, along with one-of-a-kind presentations of silent films from Arizona’s history. Southern Arizona’s hippest, most stylish, and collaborative film festival will feature partnerships with other iconic Southern Arizona arts and culture institutions, and will be the place to be for locals and visitors alike. Visit filmfesttucson.com for tickets and more information on the downtown film event of the year.

Once you’re in Tucson, Visit Tucson is still here to help.

Need maps, directions, advice on what to eat, see and do? All of that and more is available at the Visit Tucson/ University of Arizona Visitor Center, conveniently located along the Sun Link Streetcar line, next to Main Gate Square, at 811 N. Euclid Ave. Our knowledgeable staff is ready to provide printed guides, maps, and the sort of expertise you can count on from locals who know the area. Plus, the Center is a one-stop shop for all your souvenir needs. For hours of operation, head to VisitTucson.org/ visitor-center or call 800-638-8350. We hope to see you soon!

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[ Got All Your Marbles?]

Longtime Downtown Tucson artists William Skiles and Lisa Stotska welcome visitors to their gallery to experience a taste of local artists’ talents and purchase signature handcrafted interchangeable marble jewelry. A masterpiece of design and engineering, the patented jewelry designs let you choose what marble you want to wear. Pop the marble out and pop a new one in. You won’t believe the amazing selection of marbles! Choices include gemstones, precious metals, and Murano glass.

There is a wide range of jewelry products—the fashion line ($25+) to fine jewelry in sterling silver and vermeil.

If you’re looking for a memento or something special for a certain someone, they have what you need, and then some.

220 E. Congress St., 520-628-1433, gotallyourmarbles.com

[Tucson Museum of Art] The Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block encompasses an entire city block in historic downtown, and features exhibitions focusing on Art of Latin America, Art of the American West, Folk Art of the Americas, Modern and Contemporary Art, and Asian Art; as well as tours, education programs, studio art classes, and Museum Store to delight and educate visitors. The Tucson Museum of Art serves the city and surrounding regions and is committed to broadening public access to the arts, enriching daily life.

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[Senae Thai Bistro]

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ward-winning Chef Amonwadee “Dee” Buizer is proud to bring her 30+ years as a successful restauranteur of fine Thai cuisine to Downtown Tucson. Born in Thailand, she delights in exposing guests to her beautifully presented, authentic Thai food, and in so doing, contributing to Tucson’s recognition as a United Nations World City of Gastronomy.

Since opening in July 2016, Senae Thai has become a Tucson favorite, especially with foodies who appreciate the authenticity of Chef Dee’s dishes and the beauty of her presentations.

Always served with a smile in the elegant dining room, guests can enjoy their meals with a fine wine, their favorite cocktail, or beer.

Committed to serving only the freshest, healthiest food, Chef Dee incorporates locally grown, organic products as much as possible. Through a partnership with Manzo Elementary School, she buys the Thai greens, herbs, and chilies the school children grow for her. Guests who prefer vegan or gluten-free meals have a virtual cornucopia to choose from. Dee and her family own and operate 5 successful restaurants in Arizona and California.

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[Jewish History Museum] The Jewish History Museum, a landmark in Downtown Tucson, is a living museum where Jewish life, learning, culture, and memory flourish.

The Jewish History Building preserves and presents more than 150 years of Jewish history in Southern Arizona within the first Jewish temple in the Arizona Territory, established in 1910.

The Holocaust History Center is an educational institute dedicated to an ongoing examination of the Holocaust through the lived experiences of individuals who survived the war and later lived in Southern Arizona. An exhibit space is dedicated to illuminating contemporary human rights issues.

The museum is open 1–5 p.m. on Wed., Thur., Sat., Sun., and 12–3 p.m. on Fri. See our website for programs, special events, and summer hours. General admission is $7.

564 S. Stone Ave., 520-670-9073, jewishhistorymuseum.org

[REVEL Wine & Beer ] REVEL is a European-styled wine bar that proudly features wines from around the world, hand-selected beers, and carefully crafted meat and cheese boards. We are conveniently located between historic Downtown and the vibrant 4th Avenue Shopping District. With a backdrop of Parisian-inspired street art, REVEL is a space for those who wish to celebrate life with friends, old and new.

416 E. 9th St., 520-975-1471, reveltucson.com 5

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[Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip]

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he iconic smell and taste of Nestlé Toll House cookies can’t be beat. Visit the Downtown Tucson location and pick up some

fresh-from-the-oven cookies, tasty ice cream, freshly brewed coffee, delicious brownies, or any of our other gourmet desserts. Our world-renowned brand

knows a thing or two about how to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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[ 2nd Saturdays Downtown]

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ome Downtown for 2nd Saturdays on the second Saturday of every single month. 2nd Saturdays is Tucson’s most popular urban street festival. Live local bands provide music and rock the stage at Scott Ave. and Congress St. There is something for everyone as you stroll Congress from Toole Ave. to Church Ave. to visit the shops and restaurants or sample from the food vendors and trucks. Many vendors are on hand to share their wares with you. Learn more at 2ndsaturdays.com.

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homegrown Tucson organization, Ben’s Bells is one of the things that makes the Old Pueblo a special and kind place to visit. Based on the idea of inspiring intentional kindness, the reach of the Ben’s Bells mission can be felt and seen all over Arizona. You’ll notice our green “be kind” flower sticker on car bumpers, and our “be kind” murals on school walls— Tucsonans are proud to be kind.

Drop into the Main Gate studio in Geronimo Plaza to sculpt and paint the clay pieces that are used in Ben’s Bells art projects. Spend some time creating art, meeting new people, and learning more about practicing intentional kindness.

Head to the Ben’s Bells Project retail store, Shop KIND, in Downtown Tucson to shop handmade and kindness-themed merchandise. You’ll get a unique souvenir and be supporting kindness education in Arizona and beyond.

816 E. University Blvd. and 40 W. Broadway Blvd., 520-622-1379, bensbells.org

[Pop-Cycle]

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op-Cycle was founded in 2008 with the goal of promoting local art made from recycled materials, re-used products, and refurbished goods. Tucson is a community that has long shared an

appreciation of makers and a dedication to sustainable causes. When you live in an environment of scarcity you quickly learn to rethink usage. We believe in producing beautiful new things out of old. Our true goal is to support artists in the U.S. who are already making items out of recycled materials and encouraging artists in our

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community to do the same. The focus is on stuff made from other stuff.

We have two in-house brands created by co-owners DeeDee Koenen, Shannon Riggs, and Jennifer Radler.

Riggs and Koenen are responsible for DDco Design, decorator items made from all kinds of found and junked

materials. Radler is the maestro behind Monster Booty Threads.

Libby Tobey is the face of Pop-Cycle, always ready to help you find the perfect gift for someone you love or to help you treat yourself.

422 N. 4th Ave., 520-622-3297, popcycleshop.com

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Center for Creative Photography

Exploded View Cinema

La Casa Cordova

1030 N. Olive Rd., 621-7968 Museum L

197 E. Toole Ave., 366-1573 Cinema/Theater L

175 N. Meyer St., 624-2333 Historic Landmark BHL

Charles O. Brown House

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium

La Iguana Art Gallery

40 W. Broadway Blvd., 622-6362 Art Gallery B

Children’s Museum Tucson 200 S. 6th Ave., 792-9985 K-13 Children’s Activities | Where learning and imagination connect! Fun learning experiences for kids with interactive exhibits, daily activities and special events. childrensmuseumtucson.org

Amity’s Dragonfly Gallery 721 N. 4th Ave., 628-3164 Art Gallery B

Arizona History Museum 949 E. 2nd St., 628-5774 History Museum HL

Arizona State Museum 1013 E. University Blvd.

621-6302 Anthropology Museum

BHL Arizona Theatre Company Temple of Music and Art 330 S. Scott Ave., 884-8210 Performing Arts BL

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972 E. University Blvd., 488-4393 Escape Room L

260 S. Church Ave., 791-4101 Performing Arts L

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Contreras Gallery and Jewelry

Galactic Center 35 E. Toole Ave., 884-0874 Arts/Entertainment

110 E. 6th St., 398-6557 Art Gallery L

George Strasburger Gallery 174 E. Toole Ave., 882-2160 Art Gallery L

D&D Pinball 331 E. 7th St., 777-4969 L-8 Arcade | Largest pinball arcade in Southern Arizona.

Great selection of new and classic games. Fun for all ages. danddpinball.com L�

Get Air Trampoline Park 330 S. Toole Ave., Ste. 300, 624-5867 Trampoline Park

The Historic Y Center for the Arts

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Davis Dominguez Gallery

Arts Organization L

154 E. 6th St., 629-9759 Art Gallery BL

Autobahn Indoor Speedway

Downtown History Museum

300 S. Toole Ave., 369-5720 Indoor Go-Kart Racing

140 N. Stone Ave., 770-1473 History Museum HL

Ben’s Bells

DSA Vacations 400 N. Toole Ave. #280, 882-3600 Travel Agency

Medusa’s on 4th Hookah Lounge 521 N. 4th Ave., 622-1113 Hookah Lounge L

Mission Garden 929 W. Mission Ln., 777-9270 Garden 222 E. 6th St., 262-3806 Art Gallery L

Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) 265 S. Church Ave., 624-5019 I-14 Museum Museum | MOCA Tucson is an artist-centered contemporary art institution dedicated to presenting innovative, forward-thinking exhibitions that engage and inspire. Visit moca-tucson.org today! L

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Jewish History Museum and Holocaust Center 564 S. Stone Ave., 670-9073 J-16 History Museum | Explore the history of the region’s Jewish community in the Arizona territory’s first synagogue building. Established in 1910. jewishhistorymuseum.org

Borderlands Theater 151 S. Granada Ave., 882-8607 Performing Arts BL

400 S. Main Historic Landmark BHL

Cabat Studio

Etherton Gallery

Joseph Gross and Lionel Rombach Galleries

627 N. 4th Ave., 622-6362 Gallery, By Appointment BL

135 S. 6th Ave., 624-7370 Art Gallery BL

1031 N. Olive Rd., 626-4215 Art Gallery L

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555 E. 18th St., 647-9059 Sports Arena L

300 E. University Blvd., Ste. 150 622-4700 Arts Education/Environmental Resources Center BL

El Tiradito “The Wishing Shrine”

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Maracana Indoor Sports Arena

Moen Mason Art Gallery

101 W. 6th St. #121, 622-8997 Art Gallery BL

828 N. Stone Ave., 390-5624 Art/Broadcasting/Media

40 W. Broadway Blvd., 622-1379 816 E. University Blvd.

Art Studio/Gifts BL

Leo Rich Theater & Tucson Music Hall

Conrad Wilde Gallery

Art Lounge Productions

Arts Foundation of Tucson and Southern Arizona 33 S. 5th Ave., 624-0595

Fox in a Box

Fox Tucson Theatre 17 W. Congress St., 624-1515 I-11 Cinema/Historic Site | The Crown Jewel of Downtown presents live concerts, comedy, community events, and classic films. For upcoming events, visit foxtucson.com.

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545 N. 4th Ave., 882-0222 Indian Arts BL

1601 E. University Blvd., 621-4516 Astronomy L

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Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio 711 S. 6th Ave., 884-7404 K-11 Gallery | Featuring a broad selection of contemporary glass art, and a working studio where visitors are welcome to sit and watch. philabaumglass.com L

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Platform Gallery & Studio 439 N. 6th Ave., 248-4500 Art Gallery BL

Playformance 119 E. Toole Ave., 271-1445 Children’s Activities L UniquelyTucson.com

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Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum 196 N. Court St., 837-8119 H-9 Historic Site/Museum/Walking Tour | Experience colonial life on docent-led tours at this replica of Tucson’s original fort. Living History Days are on the second Saturday of the month Oct.– Apr. tucsonpresidio.com BHL

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Raices Taller 222 Art Gallery 218 E. 6th St., 881-5335 Art Gallery BL

Rialto Theatre and R Bar 318 E. Congress St., 350 E. Congress St. #110, 740-1000, 305-3599 L-11 Concert Hall/Bar/Historic Site | Rialto Theatre offers the most diverse array of entertainment for Tucson, from bands to comedy and more! R Bar, located across Herbert Alley, features craft cocktails in a unique Tucson setting. rialtotheatre.com, rbartucson.com. BL

Solar Culture Gallery

Tucson Convention Center

31 E. Toole Ave., 884-0874 Art Gallery

260 S. Church Ave., 791-4101 Convention Center L

Sonoran Glass School

Sosa-Carrillo-Frémont House Museum 151 S. Granada Ave., 628-5774 History Museum BL

The Southern Arizona Transportation Museum 414 N. Toole Ave., 623-2223 L-10 Museum | Bilingual displays focus on the history of transportation and railroads in Southern Arizona, including Southern Pacific locomotive #1673, which starred in “Oklahoma!” Visit the Historic Amtrak Depot. tucsonhistoricdepot.org

Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab

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Taste of Tucson Downtown

330 S. Scott Ave., 622-2823 Art Gallery/Historic Site BL

The Rogue Theatre

Toole Shed

300 E. University Blvd., 344-8715 Box office: 551-2053 Performing Arts BL

Royal Hookah Lounge 347 N. 4th Ave., 622-8355 Hookah Lounge L

Scottish Rite Cathedral 160 S. Scott Ave., 622-8364 Historic Site B

The Whistle Stop Depot 127 W. 5th St., 284-7334 Event Space L

414 N. Toole Ave., 623-2223 Historic Landmark

WomanKraft Art Center 388 S. Stone Ave. #101 629-9976 Arts Organization BL

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ZUZI! Dance Company, School, and Theater

197 E. Toole Ave. Art Gallery L�

Tucson Bike Tours 215 N. Hoff Ave., 520-488-4446 M-9 Bike Tours | Tucson’s historic neighborhoods are best experienced by bike. Cruise colorful barrios. Learn about the Old Pueblo. Get rolling! tucsonbiketours.com

440 N. 6th Ave., 261-9219 Arts Organization BL

Tucson Historic Train Depot

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 N. Main Ave., 624-2333 H-10 Art & Architecture | The Tucson Museum of Art presents exhibitions of contemporary, modern, Latin American, Native American, Western, and Asian art from its collection and travelling shows. BHL

197 E. Toole Ave., 304-7803 Art Gallery/Performing Arts L

330 S. Toole Ave., Ste. 400, 882-5924 Climbing Gym L

University of Arizona Museum of Art

329 E. 7th St., 314-7299 Entertainment L

192 S. Stone Ave., 623-6351 Historic Site B

Rocks and Ropes

1601 E. University Blvd., 621-4227 Minerals/Artifacts BL

Tucson Improv Movement

St. Augustine Cathedral

Temple of Music and Art

University of Arizona Mineral Museum

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830 N. 4th Ave., 403-4448 Entertainment L

Congress St., 425-4243 Food Tour L

1020 E. University Blvd., 621-3341 Performing Arts L

Warehouse Arts Management Organization

Spirit Steps Tours

626-8792, Tickets: Available Online Educational

UA Presents, Centennial Hall

1031 N. Olive Rd., 621-7567 Museum L

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All area codes are 520 unless otherwise noted.

Tucson Food Tours Congress St., 477-7986 I-11 Food Tour | Join Tucson Food Tours while we eat our way through the vibrant and growing downtown area.

TucsonFoodTours.com

633 W. 18th St., 884-7814 Art Gallery/Art School L

BHL

H Heritage destination L Locally owned business

738 N. 5th Ave., 629-0237 Dance Studio BL

dIniNg & nIghTliFe 47 scott 47 N. Scott Ave., 624-4747 J-10 American | Mon.–Sun. 4–10 p.m. Featured in the LA Times and NY Times, a casual neighborhood bistro featuring modern American comfort food and classic cocktails. HL 14

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Tucson Pima Arts Council

4th Ave. Delicatessen 425 N. 4th Ave., 624-3354 Delicatessen L

100 N. Stone Ave., Ste. 303 624-0595 Arts Organization L

5 Points Market & Restaurant

UA Arizona Repertory Theatre

Agustín Kitchen

Sea of Glass Center for the Arts 330 E. 7th St., 398-2542 Entertainment L

1025 N. Olive Rd., 621-1162 Theatre

The Screening Room 127 E. Congress St., 882-0204 Cinema/Theater BL

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756 S. Stone Ave., 623-3888 American BL 100 S. Avenida del Convento Ste. 200, 398-5382 American L

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Alejandro’s Cafe

Café à la C’Art

Cartel Coffee Lab

31 N. Scott Ave., 623-3277 Mexican L

Tucson Museum of Art Courtyard 150 N. Main Ave., 628-8533 Cafe BL

210 E. Broadway Blvd.

Coffeehouse B

Anello Pizza 222 E. 6th St. Pizza L

Athens on 4th Avenue 500 N. 4th Ave., Ste. 6 624-6886 Greek L

The B Line 621 N. 4th Ave., 882-7575 American L

Baggin’s Gourmet Sandwiches

758 S. Stone Ave., 370-7000 Ethiopian BL

434 N. 4th Ave., 624-5765 Italian BL

Café Passé

Charro Steak

415 N. 4th Ave., 624-4411 Restaurant & Bar L

188 E. Broadway Blvd.

485-1922 Steak L

Café Poca Cosa 110 E. Pennington St. 622-6400 J-10 Mexican |

Cheba Hut

350 N. 4th Ave., 623-2088 Nightclub BL

118 E. Congress St., 203-7370 Whiskey/Donuts L

Bear Track U Winery & Tasting Room 943 E. University Blvd., Ste. 101 269-0178, Wine Bar L

Bison Witches Bar & Deli 326 N. 4th Ave., 740-1541 Bar & Grill BL

The Blind Tiger 628 N. 4th Ave., 867-6886 Restaurant & Bar L

Boca Tacos y Tequila 533 N. 4th Ave., 777-8134 Mexican L

Borderlands Brewing Co. 119 E. Toole Ave., 261-8773 Microbrewery BHL

The Boxyard 238 N. 4th Ave., 405-1835 Restaurant & Bar L

Brooklyn Pizza Company 534 N. 4th Ave., 622-6868 Pizza L

Suzana Davila’s Tucson landmark features authentic regional flavors and the freshest ingredients in a tantalizing menu that changes twice daily. L 15

Caffe Luce

905 E. University Blvd. #149 628-7967 Mexican

Chocolate Iguana on 4th 500 N. 4th Ave. #1 798-1211 Cafe BL

943 E. University #191 207-5504 245 E. Congress St. 623-4477 Coffeehouse L

Common Grounds Espresso Co.

Caffe Milano

309 E. 7th St. Brewery L

327 E. 7th St., 770-9270 Coffeehouse L

Corbett Brewery

47 W. Congress St., 628-1601 Italian BL

The Coronet

Campus Candy & Yogurt

402 E. 9th St., 222-9889 Cafe BL

910 E. University, 624-1651 Candy/Yogurt

Cup Café Inside Hotel Congress

The Carriage House 125 S. Arizona Ave., 615-6011 L-12 Cooking School/Special Event Venue | Chef Janos Wilder’s Carriage House Event Venue & Cooking School is the ideal spot for year-round special events, cooking classes, and so much more. carriagehousetucson.com L

The Buffet Bar and Crock Pot 538 E. 9th St., 623-6811 Bar/Lounge BL

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Chipotle Mexican Grill

417 N. 4th Ave. Restaurant & Bar L

Batch Cafe & Bar

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Caruso’s Italian Restaurant

Bar Passé

800 E. 16th St., 791-2739 Microbrewery L

Che’s Lounge

Café Desta

33 N. Stone Ave., 792-1344 American L

Barrio Brewing Co.

1820 E. 6th St., 495-4719 American

DOWNTOWN Kitchen + Cocktails 135 S. 6th Ave., 623-7700 K-12 Modern American | Lunch, Mon.–Wed. 11 a.m.–2 p.m.; Dinner, Mon.– Sun. 5 p.m.–close; Happy Hour, Mon.–Sun. 4–6 p.m.; AfterDark, Fri.–Sat. 10 p.m.–close.

A great people-watching patio, world-class art, vegetables just harvested from its three garden plots, late weekend nights, happy hour every day with pricing that keeps the bar packed. downtownkitchen.com

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311 E. Congress St., 798-1618 Continental BHL

Cushing Street Bar & Restaurant

The Drunken Chicken 429 N. 4th Ave. Chicken Restaurant L

Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins 904 E. University Blvd., 882-7711 Bakery/Coffeehouse

The Dusty Monk Pub Old Town Artisans 201 N. Court Ave., 622-0351 Bar

The Dutch Eatery & Refuge 943 E. Universtiy Blvd. #171 792-6684 Restaurant

El Charro Café 311 N. Court Ave., 622-1922 Mexican BHL

El Minuto Cafe 354 S. Main Ave., 882-4145 Mexican L

Eleven Café

198 W. Cushing St., 622-7984 New American BL

33 N. Stone. Ave., Ste. 105 624-8852 Coffeehouse L

Dairy Queen

Elliott’s on Congress

501 N. 4th Ave., 882-0959 Ice Cream

135 E. Congress St., 622-5500 American BL

Diablo Burger

Elvira’s

312 E. Congress St., 882-2007 Burgers BHL

256 E. Congress St., 499-2302 Mexican

Dolce Pastello

Empire Pizza Pub

120 S. Avenida del Convento 207-6765 Bakery L

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Epic Cafe 745 N. 4th Ave., 624-6844 Cafe L

Ermanos Craft Beer & Wine Bar 220 N. 4th Ave., 445-6625 Bar L

Espresso Art Café 942 E. University Blvd., 624-4126 Cafe BL

HUB Ice Cream Factory 245 E. Congress St., 622-0255 L-11 American | Make your day a little sweeter with handcrafted ice cream and house-made treats, including custom shakes, popsicles, baked goods, and 300 rotating flavors! hubicecream.com BL� ICE

403 N. 6th Ave., 777-4709 Coffee Shop L

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350 E. Congress St., Ste. D 398-7942 Pizza

The Fix, Arizona’s Mac N Chz Headquarters 943 E. University Blvd. #115 305-4493 Mac ‘n Cheese L

The Flycatcher 340 E. 6th St., 207-9251 Nightclub

HUB Restaurant & Ice Creamery 266 E. Congress St., 207-8201 K-11 American | Award-winning downtown destination for casual late-night dining, cocktails, and legendary ice cream in a hip, family-friendly atmosphere. hubdowntown.com BL

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The Hut

The Funky Monk

Iguana Cafe & Bar

316 E. Congress St., 882-2007 Bar BL

H20 61 E. Congress St., 306-8116 Nightclub BL

845 E. University Blvd. #185 388-4500 Mediterranean L

La Cocina

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Old Town Artisans 201 N. Court Ave., 622-0315 Southwestern BL

MiAn Sushi & Asian Bistro 88 E. Broadway Blvd., 882-0001 Sushi L

La Estrella Bakery 100 S. Avenida del Convento 505-5198, Bakery L

Miss Saigon 47 N. 6th Ave., 884-4778 Asian BL

La Indita

Mr. Head’s Art Gallery and Bar

622 N. 4th Ave., 792-0523 Mexican BHL

940 E. University Blvd.

798-3858 Sushi L

Good Oak Bar

Maynards Market & Kitchen 400 N. Toole Ave., 545-0577 L-10 Cafe/Restaurant | Featured in the New York Times, Maynards Kitchen features a locally sourced menu and a Wine Spectator-recognized wine list. Maynards Market serves coffee, pastries and sandwiches. maynardstucson.com BHL

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Fuku Sushi

865 E. University Blvd., 624-4177 Microbrewery L

557 N. 4th Ave., 884-7909 Mexican BL

11 S. 6th Ave., 393-8544 Grocery/Bar BL

CTORY

874 E. University Blvd., 623-7507 Bar & Grill�BL

Gentle Ben’s Brewing Co.

Martin’s Comida Chingona

63 E. Congress St., 884-0600 749 N. Park Ave., 206-9999 American B

Johnny Gibson’s Downtown Market

Frog & Firkin

350 E. Congress St., 777-5560 American

Jimmy John’s

845 E. University Blvd. #175 882-7482 American L

CREAM

Fired Pie

All area codes are 520 unless otherwise noted.

Jimmy’s Pita + Poke

4 color - original

Exo Roast Co.

H Heritage destination L Locally owned business

305 N. 4th Ave., 623-3200 Nightclub L 210 E. Congress St., 882-5140 Bar & Grill BL

Ike’s Coffee & Tea

513 N. 4th Ave., 792-2710 Bar/Gallery BL

Lindy’s on 4th 500 N. 4th Ave., 207-6970 M-7 American | Voted Tucson Weekly’s 2013 & 2016 Best Burger and Arizona Daily Star’s 2015 Readers Choice Best Burger.

Featured on Travel Channel’s Man vs Food and Food Network’s Meat & Potatoes and Ginormous Food.

Sun.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–2 a.m. BL

100 N. Stone Ave., 792-1800 Coffeehouse L

Mutts Premium Hot Dogs & Sausages 806 E. University Blvd., 529-7277 American BL

Nestlé Toll House Café by Chip 17 N. Stone Ave., 400-3393 I-10 Café | Satisfy your sweet tooth when you stop by and enjoy world-renowned cookies, gourmet desserts, freshly brewed coffee, and much more. nestlecafe.com

Illegal Pete’s 876 E. University Blvd., 352-1340 Mexican L

Independent Distillery 30 S. Arizona Ave., 284-7334 Handcrafted Spirits L

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The Little One 151 N. Stone Ave. Mexican BL

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Isabella’s Ice Cream

Los Olivos

No Anchovies Gourmet Pizzeria

210 N. 4th Ave., 440-3583 Ice Cream L

937 W. Congress St., 624-0155 Italian

870 E. University Blvd., 623-3333 Pizza BL

345 E. Congress St. #101 268-9110 American

It’s About Time (IBT’s)

Magpies Gourmet Pizza + Drinks

Nook

616 N. 4th Ave., 882-3053 Nightclub BL

605 N. 4th Ave., 628-1661 Pizza L

1 E. Congress St., 622-6665 New American L

HighWire Lounge

Jamba Juice

Maloney’s Tavern

OBON Sushi Bar + Ramen

14 S. Arizona Ave., 449-8673 Molecular Cocktails

943 E. University Blvd. #185 792-1880, Smoothies L

213 N. 4th Ave., 388-9355 Bar & Grill BL

350 E. Congress St., 485-3590 Sushi and Ramen

Hi Fi Kitchen & Cocktails

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Pueblo Vida Brewing Co.

431 N. 4th Ave. Restaurant & Bar L

115 E. Broadway Blvd.

623-7168 Microbrewery L

O’Malleys on Fourth 247 N. 4th Ave., 623-8600 Bar & Grill BL

943 E. University Blvd. #125 500-9009 Bar & Grill L

982 E. University Blvd., 624-5798 Asian/Bar/Sushi L

Owls Club

Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink

236 S. Scott Ave., 207-5678 Bar/Social Club BL

600 N. 4th Ave., 999-8269 Restaurant & Bar L

101 E. Pennington St., 882-5550 Italian BL

Panera Bread 845 N. Park Ave. #125, 882-5003 Bakery L 820 E. University Blvd., 882-8013 Southwestern BL

Pei Wei Asian Diner 845 E. University Blvd. #135, 884-7413 Asian

Pelio Grill Greek Taverna

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The Shanty 401 E. 9th St., 623-2664, Bar L

Shot in the Dark Cafe 121 E. Broadway Blvd., 882-5544 Coffeehouse BL

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810 E. University Blvd., 623-4010 Middle Eastern BL

Sky Bar

50 E. Broadway Blvd., 203-7681 Mexican BL

Revolutionary Grounds

Pie Bird

606 N. 4th Ave., 620-1770 Cafe B

177 N. Church Ave., 305-3325 Bakery/Cafe L

The Royal Room 450 N. 6th Ave., 347-7023 Wine Bar L

Playground Bar & Lounge 278 E. Congress St., 396-3691 L-11 Bar & Grill | Perfect for watching the big Wildcats game on our giant screens, late-night dining, rooftop dancing, or hosting your next private event! playgroundtucson.com BL

Saguaro Grill 880 E. 2nd St., 792-4100 American

Saigon Pho 943 E. University Blvd. #107 624-0999 Vietnamese L

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403 N. 6th Ave., Ste. 135 344-8999, Bar L

Tap Room at Historic Hotel Congress 311 E. Congress St., 622-8848 Bar/Lounge BHL

Thunder Canyon Brewery Restaurant & Pub

Time Market

994 E. University Blvd., 777-4967 Greek L

Penca

Tap & Bottle

220 E. Broadway Blvd., 396-3480 American B

REVEL Wine & Beer 416 E. 9th St., 975-1471 M-9 Bar | REVEL is a European-styled wine bar that proudly features wines from around the world, hand-selected beers, and carefully crafted small plates. reveltucson.com L

Pasco Kitchen & Lounge

Presta Coffee Roasters

Tallboys

130 S. Avenida del Convento #100 622-2002 Mexican L

Senae Thai Bistro 63 E. Congress St., 373-5335 J-11 Thai | Authentic Thai food, beautifully presented and always served with a smile in an elegant setting. Full bar.

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Red’s Smokehouse and Tap Room

Oriental Express

Seis Kitchen & Catering

536 N. 4th Ave., 622-4300 Cafe/Nightclub L

Sonora Wings & Seafood 100 N. Stone Ave. #102 203-8159, Wings & Seafood L

Sonoran Sno-Cones 120 S. Avenida del Convento 344-8470, Snow Cones L

Starbucks Coffee 802 E. University Blvd., 620-9344 Coffeehouse B

Stella Java 100 S. Avenida del Convento #180 777-1496, Coffee Shop

Scented Leaf Tea House & Lounge

Street Taco & Beer Co.

943 E. University Blvd., Ste. 165 and 308 E. Congress St. 624-2930 Tea House L

Subway

58 W. Congress St., 269-6266 Mexican L

29 W. Congress St., 207-6480 Sandwiches

444 E. University Blvd., 622-0761 American BL

Tough Luck Club Basement of 101 E. Pennington St. 882-5550, Bar BL

Urban Fresh 73 E. Pennington St., 792-9355 Cafe L

Woops! BakeShop 845 E. University Blvd. #145 305-3224, Macarons and Cookies L

The Wreck 213 N. 4th Ave., 388-9355, Bar L

Zen Rock 121 E. Congress St., 306-8116 Nightclub BL

hOteLs & iNns AC Hotel Tucson Downtown 151 E. Broadway Blvd., 385-7111 Hotel

Adobe Rose Inn 940 N. Olsen Ave., 318-4644 Bed & Breakfast

Arizona Riverpark Inn 777 W. Cushing St., 239-2300 Hotel L

Big Blue House Inn

101 S. Avenida del Convento 333-7146 Coffee � L

Scott & Co.

Surly Wench Pub

47 N. Scott Ave., 624-4747 Bar/Lounge L

424 N. 4th Ave., 882-0009 Nightclub BL

Public Brewhouse

Screamery Ice Cream

The Taco Shop

Catalina Park Inn Bed & Breakfast

209 N. Hoff Ave., 775-2337 Microbrewery L

250 E. Congress St., 207-7486 Ice Cream

1350 E. Broadway Blvd., 622-1899 Mexican L

309 E. 1st St., 792-4541 Bed & Breakfast BL

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144 E. University Blvd.891-1827 Bed & Breakfast BHL

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222 S. Freeway, 791-7511, Hotel

Tucson Marriott University Park 880 E. 2nd St., 792-4100, Hotel

Best in Show Thrift Boutique

The Downtown Clifton

The Z Mansion

485 S. Stone Ave., 623-3163 Hotel BL

288 N. Church Ave., 623-4889 Event Venue BL

408 N. 4th Ave., 882-3016 Thrift Shop L

Desert Inn

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El Presidio Bed & Breakfast Inn 297 N. Main Ave., 623-6151 Bed & Breakfast BHL

Hotel Congress 311 E. Congress St., 622-8848 L-10 Hotel | Features 40 historic rooms, award-winning Cup Café, Copper Hall private event venue, and Club Congress—named one of the best bars in America. hotelcongress.com BHL�

4th Avenue Barbershop 553 N. 4th Ave., 409-8248 Barbershop L

4th Avenue Hair 729 N. 4th Ave., 670-1523 Hair Salon L

4th Avenue Yoga 413 E. 5th St., 352-9850 L Yoga Studio �

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Hotel Tucson City Center 475 N. Granada Ave., 622-3000 Hotel

La Casita del Sol 407 N. Meyer Ave., 623-8882 Guesthouse BHL

Peppertrees Bed & Breakfast Inn 724 E. University Blvd., 622-7167 Bed & Breakfast BHL

Ramada Limited Tucson West 665 W. Freeway, 622-6491, Hotel

Royal Elizabeth Bed & Breakfast Inn 204 S. Scott Ave., 670-9022 Bed & Breakfast BHL

708 E. 9th St., 620-1810 Reggae Music Accessories/ Dancehall L

Ace Rubber Stamps & Engraving 67 E. Pennington St., 622-1962 Stamps BL

American Apparel 988 E. University Blvd., 622-8300 Apparel/Accessories

Antigone Books 411 N. 4th Ave., 792-3715 Bookstore L

Art House Centro 186 N. Meyer Ave., 620-1725 Arts/Decor

The A-Store at Downtown 44 N. Stone Ave., 621-1559 Apparel/Accessories L

H Heritage destination L Locally owned business

Blades Hair Design 804 E. University Blvd., 622-4247 Hair Salon L

All area codes are 520 unless otherwise noted.

Constance Negley–Realtor® Tierra Antigua Realty Downtown 216 E. Congress St. 240-0073 K-11

Bon Boutique

The unique flavor of Tucson inspires me to help people find their own perfect home here in our beautiful and vibrant community. constance.negley@gmail.com

760 S. Stone Ave., 795-2272 Apparel/Accessories/Gifts L

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Blaze Threads 317 N. 4th Ave., 882-6564 Clothing/Gifts L

Bloom Maven 100 Avenida del Convento #116 Florist L

The Book Stop 214 N. 4th Ave., 326-6661 Bookstore BL

Boss Shears 426 E. 7th St., 623-2235 Hair Salon L

Boutique 816 943 E. University Blvd. #145 624-4006 Apparel/Accessories L

Campus Athletic 936 E. University Blvd., 628-7622 Apparel/Accessories L

Campus Candy & Yogurt 910 E. University Blvd., 624-1651 Candy Shop L

Carly Quinn Designs 403 N. 6th Ave. #119, 624-4117 Art Shop L

Celestial Rites 543 N. 4th Ave., 344-4203 Metaphysical Supplies L

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Cost Cutters 990 E. University Blvd., 792-3282 Hair Salon

Creations 444 N. 4th Ave., 622-8251 Apparel/Accessories BL

Creative Ventures Craft Mall 522 N. 4th Ave., 792-3954 Arts/Crafts/Gifts BHL

Crescent Tobacco Shop & Newsstand 200 E. Congress St., 622-1559 Newsstand/Tobacco Shop L

Cut Color Polish 345 E. Congress St., 777-7419 Beauty Salon

CVS Pharmacy 825 E. University Blvd. #111 624-4519, Convenience Store

Centra Realty

Dawn Stewart Contemporary Jewelers

532 N. 4th Ave. #100, 882-0767 Real Estate L

201 N. Court Ave., 323-0007 Jewelry BL

Chic Boutique and Spa

DDco Design

25 E. Congress St., 260-0000 Beauty Spa L

422 N. 4th Ave., 603-1945 Arts/Decor L

Chicago Music Store

Del Sol Indian Rug Outlet

845 N. Park Ave. #105, 207-2660 Salon/Spa L

45 S. 6th Ave., 622-3341 Musical Instruments/ Equipment BL

329 E. 6th St., 620-1311 Rugs B

Barb’s Frame of Mind

Collette

319 E. 8th St., 620-0932 Posters/Prints/Custom Framing L

905 E. University Blvd. #125 622-2673, Apparel/Accessories L

435 N. 4th Ave., 628-8765 Arts/Crafts/Gifts

The Stillwell House

Beach Bunnie Tanning

Colonial Frontiers

Desert Bloom Boutique

134 S. 5th Ave., 623-9123 Event Venue BL

943 E. University Blvd. #179 792-8267, Tanning L

244 S. Park Ave., 622-7400 Home Accessories L

27 N. Stone Ave., 792-9882 Apparel/Accessories BL

Sam Hughes Inn 2020 E. 7th St., 861-2191 Z-8 Bed & Breakfast | Closest lodging to University of Arizona sports venues — all within easy walking distance. Enjoy this historic residential neighborhood & memorable breakfasts. Free Wi-Fi and on-site parking. samhughesinn.com 27

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The A-Store at Main Gate 845 N. Park Ave. #155, 621-0127 Apparel/Accessories L

Atelier de LaFleur 630 E. 9th St., 623-2114 Plantscapes/Flowers BL

Aveda Institute of Arizona

Del Sol International Shops

BHL

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Desert Vintage & Costume

The Get Up

La Cabana

636 N. 4th Ave., 620-1570 Apparel/Accessories BL

100 Avenida del Convento #210 Fitness L

120 S. Avenida del Convento Ste. 140, 404-9008, Antiques/Pottery

Dry River Witches Collective

La Casa Mexicana

414 E. 7th St., 861-7020 Metaphysical Store L

Elements in Balance Salon & Spa 614 N. 4th Ave., 623-3804 Salon/Spa L

Empire Market 526 E. 9th St., 622-8772 Groceries L

English Salon Spa 27 N. Scott Ave., 777-8997 Beauty Spa L

Got All Your Marbles?

220 E. Congress St., 628-1433 K-11 Jewelry | Locally handmade interchangeable jewelry. Each piece of jewelry comes with a selection of marbles or gemstones that you can change to personalize your look. gotallyourmarbles.com � BL

204 S. Park Ave., 624-1420 Arts/Crafts/Gifts L

Laura Tanzer 410 N. Toole Ave., 981-9891 L-10 Clothing | Modern Clothing, Made To Fit. We design, engineer, and produce quality clothing for the discerning woman. sales@lauratanzerdesigns.com, lauratanzerdesigns.com BL

MSA Annex 267 S. Avenida Del Convento, 461-1107 B-13 Shopping & Dining | These shops and restaurants are part of the Mercado District: Avenue Boutique, Beaut Burger, Dust & Heritage, Flam Chen, Fletcher & Co., Hermosa Coffee, Isabella’s Ice Cream, Lucy Ryan Vintage, Now or Never, Transit Cycles, Westbound, and WHY I LOVE WHERE I LIVE. msaannex.com

Estudio Piel 410 N. Toole Ave., 882-5050, Spa L 30

Everest Souvenirs 549 N. 4th Ave., 622-8203 Apparel/Accessories BL

922 E. University Blvd., 884-7263 Apparel/Accessories

43 S. 6th Ave., 304-0691 Clothing/Vintage Photo Studio

Handcrafted Tile, Inc. 347 N. 4th Ave., 624-0506 Handcrafted Tile L

Floor Polish Dance Studio 215 N. Hoff Ave. #107, 333-5905 Dance & Fitness Studio L

Hazelwood Gift Shop

Flower Shop on 4th Avenue 531 N. 4th Ave., 622-7673, Florist L

(Tucson Marriott University Park) 880 E. 2nd St., 792-4100, Gifts

Hippie Gypsy Food Conspiracy Co-op 412 N. 4th Ave., 624-4821 M-7 Grocery/Prepared Foods | Tucson’s community-owned grocer since 1971 features local and organic produce, bulk, beer, wine, grab & go, hot food, and sandwich bar. Open daily 7 a.m.– 10 p.m. foodconspiracy.coop

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Hollo Collection 141 S. Park Ave., 829-7749 Home Accessories L

How Sweet It Was Vintage Clothing and Rentals 419 N. 4th Ave., 623-9854 Vintage BL 636 N. 4th Ave., 850-1347 Records L

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Gather: A Vintage Market

351 N. 4th Ave., 634-0667 Apparel/Accessories BL

Hurricane Records

FoOD CoNsPIrACY

245 E. Congress St. #135 795-9888 Art/Gifts L

International Marketplace and Boutique 738 N. 5th Ave., Ste. 111 265-9770 Apparel/Accessories BL

Johnny Gibson’s Downtown Market

La Tiendita

The Museum Store at the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block

311 N. Court Ave., 622-1922 Arts/Crafts/Gifts BHL

140 N. Main Ave., 624-2333 ext. 117 Arts/Crafts/Gifts L

La Zia

My Gadget Gear

201 N. Court Ave., 670-0099 Arts/Crafts/Gifts BHL

800 E. University Blvd. #106 327-3771, Electronics Repair BL

Let’s Sweat

Old Paint Records

439 N. 6th Ave. #101, 485-9812 Fitness Classes L

201 N. Court Ave., 279-7899 Music BL

Mabel’s on 4th

Old Town Artisans

419 N. 4th Ave., Kitchen Boutique L

MAST

201 N. Court Ave., 623-6024 Shopping/Dining BHL

100 S. Avenia del Convento Ste. 120, 495-5920 Gifts/Home Accessories L

400 N. 4th Ave., 622-8932 Arts/Crafts/Gifts BL

Mercado San Agustín 100 S. Avenida Del Convento 461-1107 B-12 Shopping & Dining | Mercado San Agustín is Tucson’s only public marketplace featuring a diverse selection of innovative local shops, restaurants, and a weekly farmers market. mercadosanagustin.com

Olytata Art Studio & Gifts

Ordinary Bike Shop 311 E. 7th St., 622-6488 Bicycle Sales/Repair L

The Other Side 321 N. 4th Ave., 623-8736 Vintage & New Clothing/ Costumes L

A Perfect Pantry 41 S. 6th Ave., 884-3454 Clothing/Gifts L

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One E. Congress St. #111 624-4311, Jewelry L

Mi Corazon Spa & Boutique

Pink Door Gallery

220 N. 4th Ave., 622-9550 Salon/Spa L

201 N. Court Ave., 444-6481 Bookstore/Gifts

Krikawa Jewelry Designs

Miller’s Surplus

Pitaya

21 E. Congress St., 322-6090 Jewelry

406 N. 6th Ave., 622-4777 Clothing

943 E. University Blvd. #135 622-2800, Apparel/Accessories

657 W. St. Mary’s Rd., 310-7531 Arts/Decor

11 S. 6th Ave., 393-8544 Grocery/Bar BL

Generation Cool 404 N. 4th Ave., 623-3407 Apparel/Accessories/Toys L

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Grand Central Clothing

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Pop-Cycle

Second Fiddle Thrift Shop

422 N. 4th Ave., 622-3297 Arts/Crafts/Gifts BL

443 S. Stone Ave., 670-0185 Used Clothes/Housewares/Gifts

Posner’s Art Store 944 E. University Blvd., 622-3636 Art Supplies BL

Silver Sea Jewelry 330 N. 4th Ave., 624-9954 Gifts/Jewelry L

Rae’s Place Downtown Market 25 N. Stone Ave., 628-7237 Convenience Store BL

Sonoran Cycles 845 E. University Blvd. #165 628-2888 Bicycle Sales/Repair L

Razorz Edge 427 N. 4th Ave., 792-3343 Apparel/Accessories L

Re-Threads

Southwest Furniture & Design

66 E. Pennington St., 884-5553 Apparel/Accessories BL

212 S. Park Ave., 461-1341 Furniture L

Ritual by Kate’s Magik

Spring Nail Salon

215 N. Court Ave., 743-1486 Gifts/Clothing/Home/Body

845 E. University Blvd. #155 791-7447, Nails L

Riveted

Still Boutique

40 W. Broadway Blvd., 882-2756 Home Goods/Gifts BL

905 E. University Blvd. #101 Gifts/Clothing/Home/Body L

Rosie’s Barkét

Style America

327 E. 7th St., 304-1029 Dog Boutique L

943 E. University Blvd. #155 670-1000 Clothing/Gifts L

Rustic Candle Company 324 N. 4th Ave., 623-2880 Candles BL

Swindlers 906 E. University Blvd., 623-7733 Apparel/Accessories L

Rústica 200 S. Park Ave., 623-4435 Home Accessories L

Salon Salon 410 N. Toole Ave., 777-3224 Hair Salon L

San Agustin Trading Company 120 S. Avenida del Convento, 628-1800, Southwestern Gifts BL

Sanctity Tattoo 970 E. University Blvd., 623-3154 Tattoo Parlor L

Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market 100 S. Avenida del Convento, 622-0525, Arts/Crafts/Gifts/Produce

Santa Theresa Tile Works, Inc. 440 N. 6th Ave., 623-8640 K-7 Arts, Crafts & Gifts | Colorful handmade tile. Unique mosaics. Kits, gifts, classes, and workshops. Custom residential and commercial design. santatheresatileworks.com BL

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Tucson Yoga 150 S. 4th Ave., 988-1832 Yoga Studio L

Urban Outfitters 901 E. University Blvd., 791-3800 Apparel/Accessories

UPS Store 31 N. 6th Ave., 347-3508 Shipping

WGH Woodworking Crafts 419 N. Herbert Ave. 798-1133 Home Accessories

BHL Wildcat Academics 978 E. University Blvd., 572-4652 Tutoring L

That’s the Spot

Wooden Tooth Records

800 E. University Blvd., 622-3886 Chiropractor/Massage BL

416 E. 7th St., 207-1588 Record Store L

Tiny Town Surplus

Xpanded Universe

408 N. 4th Ave., 907-9309 Prints/Gifts L

197 E. Toole Ave., 777-6535 Art Gallery/Toy Store

Tony Ray Baker– Tierra Antigua Realty Downtown

Yoga Oasis

The Treasure Shop of the Symphony 24 E. 15th St., 882-6653 Antiques BL

Tucson Audubon Nature Shops 300 E. University Blvd. #120 629-0510 Educational Resources BHL 228 N. 4th Ave., 903-0038 Herb Shop L

Historic Fourth Avenue 434 E. 9th St., 624-5004 M-10 Historic Business District | More than 130 unique, locally owned retail stores, restaurants and nightclubs fill this historic shopping and entertainment district. fourthavenue.org #4thAveTucson�BL

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216 E. Congress St., 631-TONY (8669)

All area codes are 520 unless otherwise noted.

Tucson Thrift Shop 319 N. 4th Ave., 623-8736 L-8 Apparel & Accessories | Hybrid thrift shop with fashionably funky blend of old and new.

Street-wear and theme-party needs. Hats. Vintage 50s–80s clothing, costumes, props, wigs, and makeup. BL

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H Heritage destination L Locally owned business

245 E. Congress St. #101 322-6142 Yoga Studio L

vIsiTor rEsoUrcEs Amtrak 400 N. Toole Ave., 623-4442 Train Station

Downtown Tucson Partnership 100 N. Stone Ave., Ste. 101 268-9030, Community/Business Organization L

Main Gate Square Info Center/ Marshall Foundation 814 E. University Blvd., 622-8613 Visitor Center L

Park Tucson 110 E. Pennington St., Ste. 150 791-5071, Community/Business Organization L

Sun Link Streetcar 792-9222 M-7 Transportation | Let the Sun Link Streetcar transport you to five of Tucson’s unique entertainment districts, then transfer to Sun Tran for travel throughout Tucson. sunlinkstreetcar.com; suntran.com 37

Tucson Metro Chamber 465 W. St. Mary’s Rd., 792-1212 Community/Business Organization | Have a question about doing business in Tucson?

The Tucson Metro Chamber can help. Call or stop by today!

TucsonChamber.org�L 38 Tugo Bike Share Various Locations, 877-ONETUGO (877-663-8846), Bicycle Rental

UA Parking & Transportation 1117 E. Sixth St., 626-7275 Organization L

Visit Tucson–University of Arizona Visitor Center 811 N. Euclid Ave.,800-638-8350 Visitor Center | For personal assistance, destination information, and local souvenirs, stop by the Visit Tucson-University of Arizona Visitor Center. VisitTucson.org/ visitor-center L 39

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Centro Garage

WHerE to ParK? FIND YOUR SPOT IN & AROUND DOWNTOWN TUCSON

Pennington Street Garage

WITH MORE THAN 9,000 public parking spaces in garages and lots and more than 1,800 metered spaces on streets, parking in the Downtown Tucson area is easy. Metered and hourly garage parking is more affordable than in almost any U.S. city, and the metered street parking is free on weekends and after 5 p.m. on weekdays.

EasY aCceSs ParKinG 24/7 GARAGES The following parking garages are open 24 hours/7 days a week:

Centro Garage - 345 E. Congress St. Pennington Street Garage - 110 E. Pennington St. City/State Garage - 498 W. Congress St. Depot Plaza Garage - 45 N. 5th Ave. La Placita Garage - 211 S. Church Ave. Library Garage - 45 W. Alameda St. Open Mon.–Fri., 5:45 a.m.–9 p.m. | Sat., 7:45 a.m.–6 p.m. | Sun., noon–6 p.m.

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA GARAGES

Serving the campus and Main Gate Square: check parking.arizona.edu for hours:

Main Gate Garage - 615 E. 2nd St. Tyndall Ave. Garage - 880 E. 4th St.

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MetEreD pArkIng On-street metered parking spaces in the Downtown Core, Fourth Avenue, Main Gate Square, and Mercado District areas range from ½-hour to 6-hour limits. All meters charge $1/hour and are enforced Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Pay by coin, with debit/credit card, or download and use the GoTucson Parking mobile app to pay for parking and extend parking sessions remotely.

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ucson’s bus system, Sun Tran, operates 40 fixed routes throughout the area, and its routes converge at Ronstadt Transit Center downtown. On-board payment can be paid through the GoTucson Transit mobile app, or visitors can pick up a SunGo card and load it with value. The all-day SunGo ticket can be purchased for $4, is transferable to the Sun Link Streetcar, and can be purchased at Ronstadt Transit Center, at area Fry’s Food Stores, or at SunTran.com/SunGo.

GOTUCSON MOBILE APPS

Download the free GoTucson Transit mobile app to purchase fares for Sun Link Streetcar and Sun Tran bus.

➜ The GoTucson apps are also available online without a smartphone, at GoTucsonapp.com, or by phone at 520-441-3752.

GEMRIDE SHUTTLE

JULIE FOSKETT

You can download the GoTucson Parking mobile app for free from your app store. Use it to pay for metered parking and the app will send you alerts when your time is about to expire, allowing you to extend your time remotely by smartphone, rather than racing back to feed the meter.

Sun liNk StrEetCar THE SUN LINK STREETCAR connects visitors with four business districts, the University of Arizona, and several Tucson neighborhoods. Running four miles from the Mercado San Agustín on the west side of I-10, across the Downtown Core, along Fourth Avenue, and through Main Gate Square to the University of Arizona, the streetcar is an easy and fun way to see the city center. Buy an all-day pass for $4.50 at the ticket vending machine at any of the 23 streetcar stops, or use the free GoTucson Transit mobile app to purchase a one-way fare, the all-day pass, or a 30-day pass. Payments are not accepted on the streetcars. SunlinkStreetcar.com

SUN LINK STREETCAR HOURS:

➜ Mon.–Wed.: 7–9 a.m., every 15 min. | 9 a.m.–6 p.m., every 10 min. | 6 –10 p.m., every 15 min.

➜ Thu.–Fri.: 7–9a.m., every 15 min. | 9 a.m.–6 p.m., every 10 min, 6 p.m.–midnight, every 15 min. | midnight–2 a.m., every 30 min.

DISABILITY PARKING There are numerous designated parking spaces throughout the Downtown area, on-street and in lots and garages. Parking meters at on-street disabled spaces require payment. A disabled placard must be displayed on the vehicle.

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➜ Sat.: 8–10 a.m., every 30 min. | 10 a.m.–midnight, every 15 min. | midnight–2 a.m., every 30 min.

➜ Sun.: 8–10 a.m., every 30 min. | 10 a.m.–6 p.m., every 20 min. | 6–8 p.m., every 30 min.

(Hours are decreased during summer months.)

When it’s gem show time in Tucson, park at a Park Tucson garage or at a special Gem Show parking hub, then catch the free GemRide shuttles to 40 shows around the city.

Find out where to park and catch GemRide, January 27– February 11, 2018, at GemRide.com.

MorE Inf0 FOR PARKING:

520-791-5071 parktucson@tucsonaz.gov @parktucson parktucson.com FOR TRANSIT:

520-792-9222 suntran.com sunlinkstreetcar.com @sun_tran_alerts @tucson streetcar

DONATION METERS Look for turquoise and blue parking meters in the downtown area. These credit-card-enabled smart meters collect donations for the Tucson Change Movement, which helps homeless citizens get back on their feet.

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