Welcome to your Holiday Headquarters! This is the one link you will want to bookmark and send to all of your friends to find fun things to do in Tucson over the holidays.
The calendar listing below includes ALL events for Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year’s in 2019. If you’re looking for something more specific, please click on one of the links below.
- Christmas Theatre 2019
- Christmas Dining 2019
- Living Nativities 2019
- Nutcracker in Tucson 2019
- Santa Claus in Tucson 2019
- Holiday Lights in Tucson 2019
- Christmas Tree Lightings in Tucson 2019
- Christmas Eve Services in Tucson 2019
- New Year’s Eve 2019
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November 2019
Kellond PTO’s Holiday Market at Fellowship Bible Church
With over 30 different vendors selling a variety of items, this is the perfect place to get some of your holiday shopping done! There will be swag bags for the first 25 customers and Molecular Molecules will be there serving up yummy eats for all the hungry shoppers! The PTO will be selling raffle tickets for your chance to win items donated by our various vendors. All proceeds from the raffle benefit the Kellond Elementary School students and teachers.
Find out more »December 2019
Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival at Berger Performing Arts Center
One event on December 7, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 13, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Two Weekends! Dec 6-15 Fridays @ 7:00 PM, Saturdays @ 2:00 & 7:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival is a Southern Arizona holiday tradition. This celebrated musical theatre production of the timeless classic captivates audiences with its brilliant cast, dynamic live orchestra, and dazzling costumes. The show stars treasured Tucson actor Christopher Younggren as Ebenezer Scrooge and dozens more! Upgrade for priority seating and a truly immersive experience: The Meet Charles Dickens…
Find out more »An Irish Christmas at Fox Tucson Theatre
Take a journey through Christmas in Ireland with superb dancing, singing, and Irish traditional music celebrating the international spirit of the holiday season. An Irish Christmas features an award-winning cast of Irish dancers led by Caterina Coyne (Principal Dancer Riverdance), World Champion Dancer Tyler Schwartz (Magic of the Dance, Gaelforce Dance, Celtic Fyre, Celtic Wings) and Connor Reider (The Chieftains, St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, Celtic Fyre, Celtic Wings) in a memorable night that sparkles with the charm and magic…
Find out more »Holiday Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting Celebration at Oro Valley Marketplace
The Oro Valley Festival of the Arts & Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration is the true essence of Creative Placemaking, cultivating the arts as an essential part of Oro Valley’s identity. The two-day festival is one of Southern Arizona’s largest community arts celebrations, with over 150 artisans, over 30 performances by student and local musicians, family arts activities, food trucks, and the TUBACHRISTMAS holiday play-along. Festivities culminate in the lighting of the Oro Valley holiday tree. The festival brings the community…
Find out more »Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival at Berger Performing Arts Center
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 13, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Two Weekends! Dec 6-15 Fridays @ 7:00 PM, Saturdays @ 2:00 & 7:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival is a Southern Arizona holiday tradition. This celebrated musical theatre production of the timeless classic captivates audiences with its brilliant cast, dynamic live orchestra, and dazzling costumes. The show stars treasured Tucson actor Christopher Younggren as Ebenezer Scrooge and dozens more! Upgrade for priority seating and a truly immersive experience: The Meet Charles Dickens…
Find out more »Santa’s Extravaganza at Hotel Tucson City Center
Santa's Extravaganza is a Christmas-themed carnival for kids. Come hang out with the Emcees - Elsa and OIaf. Take a picture with Santa. Santa's Extravaganza will have the following: Tree Lighting Fun Jumpers Obstacle Course Cookie Decorating Reindeer games Prizes Kids Crafts Christmas Movies Character Meet and Greet Train Rides Snowball Fight (Dodge ball style) Food Hot Cocoa
Find out more »Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival at Berger Performing Arts Center
One event on December 7, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 13, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Two Weekends! Dec 6-15 Fridays @ 7:00 PM, Saturdays @ 2:00 & 7:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival is a Southern Arizona holiday tradition. This celebrated musical theatre production of the timeless classic captivates audiences with its brilliant cast, dynamic live orchestra, and dazzling costumes. The show stars treasured Tucson actor Christopher Younggren as Ebenezer Scrooge and dozens more! Upgrade for priority seating and a truly immersive experience: The Meet Charles Dickens…
Find out more »Holiday Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting Celebration at Oro Valley Marketplace
The Oro Valley Festival of the Arts & Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration is the true essence of Creative Placemaking, cultivating the arts as an essential part of Oro Valley’s identity. The two-day festival is one of Southern Arizona’s largest community arts celebrations, with over 150 artisans, over 30 performances by student and local musicians, family arts activities, food trucks, and the TUBACHRISTMAS holiday play-along. Festivities culminate in the lighting of the Oro Valley holiday tree. The festival brings the community…
Find out more »Storytime with Papa Noel at The Mini Time Machine Museum
All Tiny Tales for Tots take place at the museum from 10:30am–11am the third Wednesdays of the month and select Saturdays unless otherwise noted. The program is included with museum admission or free for museum members.
Find out more »Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival at Berger Performing Arts Center
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 13, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Two Weekends! Dec 6-15 Fridays @ 7:00 PM, Saturdays @ 2:00 & 7:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival is a Southern Arizona holiday tradition. This celebrated musical theatre production of the timeless classic captivates audiences with its brilliant cast, dynamic live orchestra, and dazzling costumes. The show stars treasured Tucson actor Christopher Younggren as Ebenezer Scrooge and dozens more! Upgrade for priority seating and a truly immersive experience: The Meet Charles Dickens…
Find out more »Winter Street Fair on Historic Fourth Avenue
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 15, 2019
The Fourth Avenue Street Fair, recognized as one of the premier community celebrations in the Southwest, is held biannually in the gorgeous Sonoran Desert community of Tucson, Arizona. This 50-year-old tradition attracts more than 600,000 guests each year. In addition to over 300 international artisans, you will find entertainment stages, children’s activities, and tantalizing treats from 40+ food concessionaires. Admission to the festival is free and open to the entire community.
Find out more »Lightwire Theater: A Very Electric Christmas at Fox Tucson Theatre
Brighten your holidays with Lightwire Theater’s A Very Electric Christmas. Audiences of all ages will treasure this magical and captivating tale of family, friendship, and hope set to timeless holiday hits including Nat King Cole, Mariah Carey, and Tchaikovsky. In this wonderful story, Santa’s helpers are putting the final touches on presents as a young bird named Max and his family head south for the winter. When Max gets blown off course during a snowstorm, he ends up alone and…
Find out more »Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival at Berger Performing Arts Center
One event on December 7, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 13, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Two Weekends! Dec 6-15 Fridays @ 7:00 PM, Saturdays @ 2:00 & 7:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival is a Southern Arizona holiday tradition. This celebrated musical theatre production of the timeless classic captivates audiences with its brilliant cast, dynamic live orchestra, and dazzling costumes. The show stars treasured Tucson actor Christopher Younggren as Ebenezer Scrooge and dozens more! Upgrade for priority seating and a truly immersive experience: The Meet Charles Dickens…
Find out more »Vail Jingle Trail 5k and Santa’s Little Helper 1k at Cienega High School
Special ornament award to the first 400 finishers in the 5k, along with awards for first man/woman and first man/woman masters! All Santa’s Little Helper participants will receive a holiday treat and finisher ribbon. Day of race registration and bib # and t-shirt pick-up starts at 8:00am. Don’t forget to bring your new unwrapped toy. All participants will receive a free long sleeve t-shirt if registered by 12/4/19. The 5K will be run on a cross country course on…
Find out more »Winter Street Fair on Historic Fourth Avenue
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 15, 2019
The Fourth Avenue Street Fair, recognized as one of the premier community celebrations in the Southwest, is held biannually in the gorgeous Sonoran Desert community of Tucson, Arizona. This 50-year-old tradition attracts more than 600,000 guests each year. In addition to over 300 international artisans, you will find entertainment stages, children’s activities, and tantalizing treats from 40+ food concessionaires. Admission to the festival is free and open to the entire community.
Find out more »Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival at Berger Performing Arts Center
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 13, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Two Weekends! Dec 6-15 Fridays @ 7:00 PM, Saturdays @ 2:00 & 7:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival is a Southern Arizona holiday tradition. This celebrated musical theatre production of the timeless classic captivates audiences with its brilliant cast, dynamic live orchestra, and dazzling costumes. The show stars treasured Tucson actor Christopher Younggren as Ebenezer Scrooge and dozens more! Upgrade for priority seating and a truly immersive experience: The Meet Charles Dickens…
Find out more »A Southwest Nutcracker at Tucson Music Hall
One event on December 14, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
This original, full-length classical ballet translates the traditional Nutcracker to Tucson in the 1880s, complete with coyotes, cavalry, and rattlesnakes. The live orchestra, lovely costumes and beautiful, professionally designed sets – combined with the stunning dancing – all make for a holiday tradition that will be enjoyed by the entire family.
Find out more »Winterhaven Festival of Lights
An event every day that begins at 6:00 pm, repeating until December 29, 2019
70th annual. Walk through this midtown neighborhood, which is all a-glitter with Christmas lights. *The Festival is free to attend. However, attendees are asked to bring a donation of food or money for the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.
Find out more »Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival at Berger Performing Arts Center
One event on December 7, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 13, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Two Weekends! Dec 6-15 Fridays @ 7:00 PM, Saturdays @ 2:00 & 7:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival is a Southern Arizona holiday tradition. This celebrated musical theatre production of the timeless classic captivates audiences with its brilliant cast, dynamic live orchestra, and dazzling costumes. The show stars treasured Tucson actor Christopher Younggren as Ebenezer Scrooge and dozens more! Upgrade for priority seating and a truly immersive experience: The Meet Charles Dickens…
Find out more »A Southwest Nutcracker at Tucson Music Hall
One event on December 14, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 7:30 pm
This original, full-length classical ballet translates the traditional Nutcracker to Tucson in the 1880s, complete with coyotes, cavalry, and rattlesnakes. The live orchestra, lovely costumes and beautiful, professionally designed sets – combined with the stunning dancing – all make for a holiday tradition that will be enjoyed by the entire family.
Find out more »Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show at The Rialto
This holiday season, the Blind Boys of Alabama are touring in support of their latest Christmas album, "Talkin' Christmas!" That album features blues legend Taj Mahal and includes several original holiday songs. This special concert will include songs from the "Talkin’ Christmas!" album as well as the band's previous Grammy-winning Christmas recording, "Go Tell It on the Mountain," along with Blind Boys' Gospel classics and other gems from a 70-plus-year career. *Ages 7+
Find out more »Hanukkah Hot Chocolate Run at Tucson Jewish Community Center
Start the holidays off right with some exercise and a treat at the end! Join The J for their 2nd Annual Holiday Fun Run Series and participate in a 10K, 5K, or 1K Run/Walk. The 10K/5K will be a timed run/walk, while the 1K is a non-timed fun event that you can run or walk, starting in the sculpture garden. *The 5K is FREE for kids 6 and under with registered parent (shirt not included). **Shirt is not guaranteed after…
Find out more »Tucson Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5K, and Reindeer Dash at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park
The Tucson Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5K, and Reindeer Dash will take place on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019 at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park in Marana. This event is limited to 700 participants. WHAT YOU GET Custom Event Medal for ALL participants. Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech Long Sleeve or Short Sleeve Shirt for ALL participants. NEW - option to select 'NO SHIRT' option at checkout and receive $5 off your registration. Chance to hang out with Santa! Age Group…
Find out more »Winter Street Fair on Historic Fourth Avenue
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 15, 2019
The Fourth Avenue Street Fair, recognized as one of the premier community celebrations in the Southwest, is held biannually in the gorgeous Sonoran Desert community of Tucson, Arizona. This 50-year-old tradition attracts more than 600,000 guests each year. In addition to over 300 international artisans, you will find entertainment stages, children’s activities, and tantalizing treats from 40+ food concessionaires. Admission to the festival is free and open to the entire community.
Find out more »Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival at Berger Performing Arts Center
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 13, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Two Weekends! Dec 6-15 Fridays @ 7:00 PM, Saturdays @ 2:00 & 7:00 PM, Sundays @ 2:00 PM Arts Express’ A Christmas Carol & Dickens Festival is a Southern Arizona holiday tradition. This celebrated musical theatre production of the timeless classic captivates audiences with its brilliant cast, dynamic live orchestra, and dazzling costumes. The show stars treasured Tucson actor Christopher Younggren as Ebenezer Scrooge and dozens more! Upgrade for priority seating and a truly immersive experience: The Meet Charles Dickens…
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