Events 2012
Tucson Meet Yourself
Each October for the last 30 years, Tucson Meet Yourself has
celebrated the faces of Tucson's many ethnic groups. Experience a
weekend of artwork, singing, dancing and food from over 30
different ethnicities in the downtown area. The variety of local
performers bears testament...
see full detailsAll Souls Procession Weekend
One of the largest festivals in Tucson, All Souls Procession is
celebrated annually on the first weekend of November. Inspired by
the Mexican
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), thousands
of people in morbid costumes gather to acknowledge the deceased and
the...
see full detailsTucson Gem & Mineral Show
The Tucson Gem & Mineral Show is held annually for two weeks in February. It is one of the leading shows of its kind in the world, featuring many of the finest mineral specimens. Dozens of locations spread across town...
see full detailsFiesta de los Vaqueros
Another popular event held in early spring is the Fiesta de los Vaqueros (the Tucson Rodeo). While the Fiesta is a sporting event, it includes what has been declared the world's largest non-mechanised parade. The Rodeo Parade is such a...
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