5 things to do in Tucson this weekend

The 2016 Tucson Jazz Festival

The second annual Tucson Jazz Festival kicks off this Thursday and runs till Sunday, Jan. 24. Take a look at this year's lineup:

• Tucson Jazz Institute Ellington band with Jimmy Heath, 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, Fox Tucson, 17 W. Congress, $29-$49.
• Snarky Puppy, 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress, $39-$49.
• Risky Rhythm Revue, 10:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, Rialto, $10.
• Byron Stripling with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, Tucson Music Hall, 260 S. Church St., $30-$78.
• Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour, 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd., $25-$55.
• Arthur Vint & Associates, 7 and 10 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St., $34-$49.
• MLK Day Downtown Jazz Fiesta, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, on North Fifth Avenue between Toole Ave. and Broadway, free.
• Haboob (formerly Jazz Telephone), 8:30 and 9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 19, Club Congress, free.
• Jon Weber and UA Jazz Ensemble, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, Crowder Hall in the UA Fine Arts Complex, at North Park Avenue and East Speedway, $24-$49.
• Poncho Sanchez, 7 p.m., next Thursday, Jan. 21, Fox Tucson, $29-$49.
• The Rad Trads with Arthur Migliazza, 8 p.m. Jan. 22, Fox Tucson, $29-$49.
• Lizz Wright with the Larry Redhouse Trio, 8 p.m. Jan. 23, Rialto, $29-$49.
• Kermit Ruffins with King Solomon Hicks, 7 p.m. Jan. 24, Rialto, $34-$49.

Tickets/information: tucsonjazzfestival.com

Read more about the festival:

World-class lineup at Tucson Jazz Fest

Big band Snarky Puppy, Monterey Jazz Festival On Tour will perform.

Josh Ritter and the Royal City Band in concert

Featuring: Elephant Revival.

When: 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17.

Where: Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St.

Tickets: $26 in advance at ticketfly.com, $28 at the door. Each ticket purchased includes one free download of Ritter’s album “Sermon On the Rocks,” which he released in October.

Find out what Ritter had to say about his latest music adventures here:

Josh Ritter brings his 'Sermon on the Rocks' to Rialto

A chance meeting with Joan Baez was a highlight of a previous Tucson visit

2016 Tucson Fringe Festival

When: Various times, Friday, Jan. 16-Sunday, Jan. 17.

Where: Zuzi, 738 N. 5th Ave.; Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St., Fluxx Gallery, 414 E. 9th St., and Flycatcher, 360 E. 6th St.

Cost: One-time $2 charge for the Fringe Button; $10 a single ticket, $15 for two, $80 (in advance) to see all 17.

Information: tucsonfringe.org

Et cetera: Plays are appropriate for ages 13 and above, unless otherwise noted.

Get a breakdown of plays and events happening here:

Tucson Fringe Fest goes international

Now in its fifth year, the playpalooza attracts submissions from this country and beyond.

25th Annual Tucson International Jewish Film Festival

When: Thursday Jan. 14-23.

Cost: Individual tickets are $8-$10; season tickets are $125; closing night film and reception, $18.

Special Events: Opening Night at The Loft Cinema Jan.14; "Advanced Style" luncheon, Maya Palace fashion show and film, Friday, Jan. 15; "Body Scripting" workshop with Tamar Rogoff, Monday, Jan.18; closing night and wrap party on Jan. 23.

Information/tickets: tucsonjewishfilmfestival.org or call 615-5432.

Get a full list of films and more info about the fest here:

Zoppé Family Circus

When: Friday, Jan. 15-18

Where: Mercado San Agustin, located off I-10 and Congress.

Showtimes: 7 p.m. Friday, 1 p.m. Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday

Tickets: Tickets $15-37. Friday's ticket sales benefits the All Souls Procession.

About this event: This weekend the circus comes to town for its fourth year in the Old Pueblo. Staring Nino the Clown, this Italian family tradition dating back to 1842 features amazing feats and lots of audience participation. More information at zoppe.net

Get a feel for the circus here:

Photos: Zoppe Family Circus

Zoppe Family Circus

Zoppe Family Circus

Zoppe Family Circus

Zoppe Family Circus

Zoppe Family Circus

Zoppe Family Circus