Best Festival Tucson Near Me

4worldlovers: At AIDSWALK, you will have the opportunity to learn more about HIV, to remember those we have lost to AIDS, and celebrate many around us that are thriving each day living with HIV. There will be plenty of entertainment and activities to bring us all together in support of this great cause. This year, AIDSWALK Tucson will be celebrating 35 years of walks in Tucson. We will be reminiscing and celebrating the strides we’ve made towards lowering infection rates.

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Tucson Electric Power is the title sponsor of the Winterhaven Festival of Lights. With their generous support and partnership we are proud to present for the 74th year Tucson's favorite holiday tradition.

Tour our lights on a hayride wagon, a bus trolley, a pedal-powered group bike! You can also see the lights on foot.


The rides are popular ways to see the lights, so reservations are recommended. Make your reservation by directly contacting the ride company.


We ask everyone to bring a donation of food or money for the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.


Peanut butter, oatmeal, cereal, granola bars, canned tomato products, canned tuna & chicken, canned soup, canned vegetables, canned fruit, rice & pasta, shelf stable milk


In 2021, the Tucson community donated $39,437 and 57,612 pounds of food to the Food Bank during the Festival of Lights.

The festival is 100% supported by the community. There are two ways you can support the festival

In return for your sponsorship, your company name will be prominently displayed on advertising associated with the event and on this website.

In 1949 CB Richards created a cooperative water company and a modern residential development north of what was Tucson at the time. By 1957 all but 19 of the 257 original lots had been developed.

The Festival of Lights began in 1949. Mr. Richards was inspired to create the Festival after visiting a similar display in Beverly Hills, California in the 1930s. He purchased the first set of Christmas lights in 1949 and donated them to the neighborhood. He purchased the Aleppo pines from a local nursery that was going out of business. They were planted at regular intervals throughout the neighborhood and electrical connections were hooked up near each tree for the lights.

For the first few years of the festival Richards personally judged all the displays and the winner was awarded $100.00. After he moved to San Diego, Richards continued to visit Winterhaven for the Festival of Lights.

The Festival has been held continuously since 1949 except for one year during the 1970's energy crisis when the residents of Winterhaven voted to stay dark.

This year would have been the 74th year for the Winterhaven Festival of Lights – one of the longest running festivals of its kind in the country.

The Festival of Lights celebrates the holiday season in Tucson and is visited by hundreds of thousands of people from all over southern Arizona. Moreover, the Festival is one the most important events for the Community Food Bank in Tucson. In 2021, $39,437 and 57,612 pounds of food were donated to the Food Bank through the Festival.

The subsidy from the City of Tucson that has been used to pay for safety and traffic control has been discontinued because of the City’s severe budget issues. Rather than cancel the Festival, we are turning to the Community for its support.

Dogs are allowed at The Festival on leashes but the festival can get busy. We ask dog owners to exercise common sense and courtesy.

The Festival is a family event with many elderly and young participants. We kindly ask you refrain from cigarette smoking.

Please dispose of trash in the many trash cans placed in and around Winterhaven

Please be safe, use sound judgment and walk your bicycle when crowded.

For pedestrian and vehicular safety, and to avoid residential disruption, only residents and approved vendors are approved for sound amplification.

Individuals or groups wishing to use The Festival of Lights (FOL) for display of signage, distribution of materials, solicitation or other advocacy for social, cultural, political, religious or other ideological purposes during the Festival shall be treated the same as other individuals and groups. These individuals and groups are not endorsed by The Festival of Lights (Winterhaven Public Events) or The Winterhaven Neighborhood Home-Owners-Association.

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Want to support the 37th Annual Tucson Celtic Festival & Scottish Highland Games?


Buy a Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle Ticket from us!


This year’s grand prize is one of the most in-demand vehicles today, a 2023 Ford Bronco Raptor!

The second prize is two first-class, roundtrip airline tickets to anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply.)

Please contact Treasurer Angela Nelson at tucsoncelt1@gmail.com or 520-822-4779 to purchase tickets.

The best part is that 100% of your contribution will support Southern Arizona non-profits like Tucson Celtic Festival Association, which that keep all the proceeds from the maximum 100,000 tickets which will be sold. The drawing will be held on December 14, 2023. Entries must be received by December 8, 2023 at Raffle Headquarters. For campaign and ticket information, contact the Millions for Tucson Raffle Management Team at 520.342.5210 or at: jimclickraffle@russellpublic.com. Please see the 2023 Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle flyer and rules for more details.

The Tucson Celtic Festival Association is proudly dedicated to promoting Scottish and Celtic culture in the State of Arizona. As a 501 (3) organization and non-profit in the community, we strive to educate the public about Scottish and Celtic heritage through a variety of programs. The TCFA Scholarship is a one-time funding gift awarded after consideration of application. Each submitted application is reviewed by our Scholarship Committee and awards are provided to qualified approved applicants as a non-reoccurring gift. The Scholarship committee is accepting applications for needs in Scottish and Celtic culture endowments including to the Arts, Education, Pipe Bands, Scottish Highland Dance, and Athletics, Food and Beverage.

The award is strictly for applicants that live in the Tucson and Pima County areas.

4worldlovers: March 20, 2022 at The U of A Poetry Center 1pm-5pm (Free)

Passionate about Hip-Hop & the community, the Tucson Hip Hop Festival (THHF) was co-founded by two local business owners. Noticing a void of a family-friendly, resourceful, & all-encompassing Hip-Hop culture experience, the THHF was born to hold space. It has become a leader in the music festival culture in Arizona & is quickly becoming a driving force for up-and-coming, independent artists nationwide.

On the main day of the festival, we represent all four elements of Hip-Hop via 150+ performing acts. In addition to our stage performers, we host panel discussions, 1-on-1 mentorships, workshops and more because we want to provide Arizona the music industry resources it lacks.

The THHF is no doubt one of the most unique events you’ll ever experience.


“Grateful for the organization of this festival in Tucson. Not only does the Tucson Hip Hop Festival give an opportunity for creative young artists to share their lyrics and music, it helps teach all the participants how to navigate the new world of the music business.


"The THHF is the perfect platform. Big enough to make an impact but not supersized like the others. You don't lose sense of the community that the culture so desperately needs right now. And the spirit of the culture doesn't get lost in the sauce."

"Rarely do you get the opportunity to be a part of a pioneering event 100% in authenticity. It was an honor to be a part of the Tucson Hip Hop Festival."

"It was an honor to be a part of the Tucson Hip Hop Festival. They have created an incredible festival experience that highlights and celebrates the four cornerstones of hip-hop culture."

Find out more about our organization, who we are, read our statement, our history and check out past partnerships.

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Our Mission is to promote awareness and foster traditional values of Mariachi music and Baile Folklórico through educational activities that increase knowledge, artistic and technical experience, cultural identity, and pride in our youth and community.

The International Mariachi Conference started in Tucson Arizona. Read how Los Changuitos Feos, Mariachi Cobre and the citizens of Tucson Arizona came together to make this event what it is today.

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Locksmiths perform a valuable service. Whether a person needs an extra set of keys made or needs to add a locking door to their home, a qualified and experienced locksmith is the person to call. While some locksmith work can be performed by amateurs, other work must only be performed by professionals. This article is loaded with helpful locksmith tips.


Poking at a key that has broken off in a lock can really make things worse. It is best to call a locksmith the minute something like this happens. The further the metal piece is pushed into the whole, the longer it will take to remove it. This can end up costing you quote a lot, so avoid it.

Research anyone you plan to hire. You need to ascertain the individual will have your best interests at heart. Some scammers will make duplicates without your permission.

When a locksmith comes to help you, always ask to see their ID. In some states, the locksmith has to have a license as well, like in California, North Carolina, New Jersey and Texas. Do your research ahead of time so you know what documentation your locksmith needs to have.

If you are locked out of your car and you have AAA, call them and ask for a tow to a locksmith. Many times locksmiths charge you a bundle because they have to get to where you are. This is a great way to gain access to your vehicle for a lot less money.

Call several locksmiths and get quotes before settling on one. Services come in a wide variety of prices, so you want to be sure you are getting the best one. You don’t have to call every locksmith in the phone book, but you should try contacting between four and six.

It is advisable to be prepared even if you never think you will need a locksmith’s service. Research locksmiths in advance, and know who you would call on if you were to have an emergency. Save the number of the locksmith in your phone for emergencies.

Make sure that once your locksmith is done that he hands you a receipt. This minimizes your chances of receiving a bill later on in the mail. Get some proof that you paid for your services in full. Keep the receipt somewhere you can find it, in case there are any questions about payment later on.

Carefully investigate any locksmith you consider using prior to making a call. Many locksmiths are nothing more than scam artists who will tell you that they need to drill out your current lock and install a new lock. Therefore, it is important to know who to call before you actually need a locksmith.

If you call a locksmith and they show up in an unmarked vehicle, you should be a bit concerned. Most legitimate locksmiths have a company vehicle. While having a plain car does not guarantee you are dealing with someone underhanded, you probably don’t want to risk your security by working with them.

If you are looking for a good locksmith, you should ask friends, family and co-workers for recommendations. This is a service that many people use, so it is likely that someone can lead you to the right place. If not, you can try finding someone on a legitimate review site.

Get an estimate in writing before allowing the locksmith to begin working. This estimate should include the cost of unlocking the lock along with the cost of replacing the lock. You can agree to certain parts estimate. For example, you can agree to pay the service fee with the stipulation that if the lock needs replaced you will want to get several quotes.

Program the number of your locksmith into your cell phone so you can have it with you at all times. You don’t want to end up stuck away from home with no way to access a good locksmith. Make sure you talk to them about whether or not the rates will be different if you are stuck on the road.

You should always receive an estimate in writing before you have any work done with a locksmith. This will let you know how much their services will cost, and ensure that you do not pay more than the stated upfront cost. You do not need a surprise when it comes time to pay.