Make the season extra merry and bright by kicking off the holidays at the Tucson Museum of Art. Check out this year’s Second SundAZe: Family Day program with story time in the galleries and class with the ballet Ballet Tucson‘s The Nutcracker. In addition enjoy a performance by The Arizona Women’s Chorus, family yoga, and explore the museum’s galleries.

Did you hear that? The jingle of sleigh bells on the Bookmans roofs. Santa is making a grand appearance at each of the Bookmans stores in Tucson! Bring your own camera and take a picture with the jolly man himself and enjoy fun holiday treats from Mrs. Claus. This event is 100% free and open to all ages!

You can find Santa at your favorite Bookmans in Tucson:

Bookmans River (4841 N Stone Ave): Saturday, December 16 at 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bookmans East (6230 E Speedway Blvd): Saturday, December 16 at 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Did you hear that? The jingle of sleigh bells on the Bookmans roofs. Santa is making a grand appearance at each of the Bookmans stores in Tucson! Bring your own camera and take a picture with the jolly man himself and enjoy fun holiday treats from Mrs. Claus. This event is 100% free and open to all ages!

You can find Santa at your favorite Bookmans in Tucson:

Bookmans River (4841 N Stone Ave): Saturday, December 16 at 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bookmans East (6230 E Speedway Blvd): Saturday, December 16 at 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

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The 13th annual Oro Valley Festival of the Arts & Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration is the year's shopping event, celebrating the kickoff to the Holidays in the Oro Valley, AZ community.  This highly attended annual juried marketplace draws up to 30,000 attendees and features one-of-a-kind seasonal items, high-quality handcrafted goods and holiday gifts, specialty foods, and the most beloved Holiday entertainment event of the year. 

The 13th annual Oro Valley Festival of the Arts & Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration is the year's shopping event, celebrating the kickoff to the Holidays in the Oro Valley, AZ community.  This highly attended annual juried marketplace draws up to 30,000 attendees and features one-of-a-kind seasonal items, high-quality handcrafted goods and holiday gifts, specialty foods, and the most beloved Holiday entertainment event of the year. 

• It’s wintertime … let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!
• Come enjoy our Enchanted Snowfall at La Encantada on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from November 24 through December 23.
• Sip on complimentary hot chocolate, courtesy of Blanco Tacos & Tequila.
• Plus, there will be live entertainment!
• Here are the snowfall and entertainment schedules:
  • 6pm – 7 pm Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays
  • November 24 – December 23
  • La Encantada Courtyard

18^th Annual Holiday Express

Celebrate the holidays at the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum. Visit Santa and get your picture taken with Santa in front of Locomotive 1673, the train from the movie Oklahoma. Listen to a reading of The Polar Express, sing holiday songs and see the new model train exhibits. Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located in downtown Tucson, 414 N. Toole Ave. (Next to the Amtrack Station) 520-623-2223.

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Come on a 3-day adventure into the animal kingdom at the Zoo this winter! We will meet animal ambassadors, play animal-inspired games, and connect with the natural world through art and activities.

Dates and Time: 

Winter camp will run from 9 am- 4 pm on  Wednesday, Dec 27, Thursday, Dec 28, and Friday Dec 29.

Each day of camp will have a unique theme, registration is for all 3 days of camp. 

Advance registration is required, please use the tabs below to register according to your child’s grade.