Free movie screenings, pay-what-you-wish museum admission and a bike ride — you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy local events in Tucson.
Here are 12 events that are free to attend this weekend.
Stitching Hour
Every other Thursday, bring a project and supplies to work on and craft amid company at Celestia Collective.
When: 6-8 p.m. every other Thursday beginning April 10
The Stitching Hour’s Elyssa Gerber, who is also part owner of Celestia Collective, sells handmade crafts.
Where: Celestia Collective, 1122 N. Stone Ave.
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Discovery Nights at Children’s Museum Tucson
Visit Children’s Museum Tucson for a free night of science and art, including story times and pop-up science experiments.
When: 5-7 p.m. Thursdays
Where: Children’s Museum Tucson, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Walk the Turquoise Trail
Sirena Rana, the author of “Urban Trails: Tucson,” will lead a book signing and a walk along the Turquoise Trail downtown.
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 11
Where: Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, 115 N. Church Ave.
Info: eventbrite.com
Tasting History: Edible “Weeds”
This drop-in monthly series teaches attendees about the plants that shape our home, including agricultural traditions and tastings. This month is all about edible plants that are often dismissed as weeds.
When: 8-10 a.m. Friday-Saturday, April 11-12
Where: Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane
Info: missiongarden.org
Cemetery Movie Night
The Loft Cinema will screen “Three Amigos” during this movie night at Evergreen Cemetery. Also expect food trucks, vendors and live entertainment. Bring blankets or chairs!
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, April 12; movie starts at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Evergreen Cemetery, 3015 N. Oracle Road
Celebrate Oro Valley
Celebrate the Oro Valley community with an afternoon of crafts, games, inflatables, a youth dodgeball tournament, vendors, food trucks and music.
When: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, April 12
Where: James D. Kriegh Park, 23 W. Calle Concordia
Info: orovalleyaz.gov
Movies in Marana
Catch a free screening of “Planes 2,” courtesy Marana Parks and Recreation.
When: 6:45-8:45 p.m. Saturday, April 12
Where: Ora Mae Harn District Park, 13250 N. Lon Adams Road
Second Saturdays Family Fest
Little Leaf Collective is hosting a free family-friendly event at Trail Dust Town, slated to feature music from Mr. Nature, bilingual story time and more.
When: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, April 12
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road
Bulletproof Plants
Learn about 10 tough plants that thrive in the desert.
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12
Where: Harlow Gardens, 5620 E. Pima St.
BICAS Crafternoons
Get free access to recycled bike art parts, tools and other materials and get creative! Once you’re finished, you can donate your creation to BICAS or give a suggested donation to the nonprofit, if you’re able to. Check in at the front counter before heading to the art area.
When: 1-4 p.m. Saturdays
Where: BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Ave.
Info: facebook.com/bicasart
Second SundAZe
Visit the Tucson Museum of Art every second Sunday for pay-what-you-wish admission. Activities include art-making, a performance from Ballet Rincon and family yoga.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 13
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave.
Info: tucsonmuseumofart.org
Ride with FUGA
Take a bike ride with organization FUGA, which advocates for mobility, accessibility and representation for Tucson’s south-side and west-side communities.
When: 9 a.m. Sunday, April 13
Where: Ward 1, 940 W. Alameda St.
Info: facebook.com/FUGATucson
