Upcoming Events in Tucson • July

The Greatest Show on Earth

June 30, 2011 – July 03, 2011

260 S. Church Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701

Ringling Bros. & Barnum & Bailey showcases 130 performers from 6 continents, 100,000 pounds of performing pachyderms, and cowboys, pirates, and mermaids at TCC Arena.
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Summer Safari Nights at Reid Park Zoo

July 01, 2011  — July 08, 2011

1100 S. Randolph Way
Tucson, AZ 85716

Reid Park Zoo presents cool Friday evenings of family fun, with viewings of favorite animals, encounters with animal ambassadors, and crafts and games for the kids.
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4th of July Fireworks Celebrations & Concerts

The Ritz Carlton July 4th Special

July 01, 2011 – July 03, 2011

15000 N. Secret Springs Dr.
Marana, AZ 85658
Phone: 1-800-241-3333, 520-572-3000

Resort guests can enjoy a a holiday-themed laser light show as part of the Independence Day weekend activities at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain.
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Royal Elizabeth B&B July 4th Special

July 01, 2011 – July 04, 2011

204 S. Scott Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone: (520) 670-9022 – (877) 670-9022

View the “A” Mountain fireworks show poolside with complimentary cocktails and breakfast at the Royal Elizabeth Bed & Breakfast, adjacent to the TCC and its holiday festivities.
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Westward Look Resort’s July Special

July 02, 2011 – July 04, 2011

245 E. Ina Road
Tucson, AZ 85704-6296
Phone: (520) 297-1151

Westward Look Resort offers a July 2nd holiday getaway special for the family, with music and organized activities provided for hotel guests daily at the Oasis Pool.
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Marana Star-Spangled Spectacular

July 04, 2011

Arizona Pavilions District
Near I-10 and Cortaro Road

Everyone is invited to the best Fourth of July celebration in Southern Arizona! Visit Marana’s Arizona Pavilions district on Monday, July 4, for an evening of patriotic fun and excitement.
6:00 PM Festivities Begin
9:00 PM Fireworks Show
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JW Marriott Starr Pass July 4th Special

July 03, 2011

3800 W. Starr Pass Boulevard
Tucson, AZ 85745

The JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa offers an all-inclusive package and room deal in addition to family activities for guests, and a fireworks display on July 1 and July 3
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Hilton Tucson El Conquistador July 4th Celebration

July 04, 2011

10000 N. Oracle Road,
Tucson, AZ 85704
Phone: 520-544-5000

Hilton Tucson El Conquistador will host a laser light-show, concert by Ryanhood and 80′s and Gentlemen, a barbecue, and other activities throughout the weekend. Laser light show at 9 p.m. on July 4. Barbecue buffet on July 3rd.
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Red, White and Boom!

July 03, 2011

11300 S. Houghton Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85641

Tucson College presents live music (Savor-a Santana tribute, Calexico, Starship), a patriotic laser light show, and food vendors at Pima County Fairgrounds.
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‘Let Freedom Sing’ Concert

July 04, 2011

1020 E. University Blvd.,
Tucson, AZ 85710
Phone: (520) 319-0400

Arts Express celebrates America’s birthday with a concert of patriotic songs staged at Centennial Hall, University of Arizona
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Cecil Fielder Elite World Series

July 08, 2011 — July 12, 2011

2500 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
Phone: 520-434-1011

The Baseball Legends host a baseball tournament featuring talented 14 year olds and under from the USA and Mexico at Kino Sports Complex.
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Titan Moonlight Madness

July 09, 2011

1580 W. Duval Mine Rd.
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
Phone: 520-625-7736 – Reservations Required

Titan Missile Museum Mad Scientists host seltzer rocket launchings, rocket launch control room visits, space food samplings, astronaut tests and more on the second Saturday of the month.
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La Encantada Summer Concert Series

July 02, 2011 — August 27, 2011

2905 E. Skyline Drive
Tucson, AZ 85718
Phone: 520-797-3959

Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance brings free summer jazz concerts to La Encantada shopping center courtyard every other Saturday at 7 p.m.
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Tucson Padres Minor League Baseball

July 04, 2011  — August 28, 2011

2500 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
Phone: 520-434-1381

Tucson’s new Triple-A baseball team, the Tucson Padres, the affiliate of the San Diego Padres, plays 68 home games at Tucson’s Kino Stadium on summer evenings, April – August.
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King Tut Exhibit

July 01, 2011 — August 31, 2011

300 E. Congress St
Tucson, AZ 85701

Rialto Art and Antiquities in Downtown Tucson presents an exhibit of more than 130 spectacular commissioned reproductions of the Egyptian Pharaoh’s treasure tomb.
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Banda El Recodo Concert – Tucson

Saturday – July 9, 2011 8:00pm

AVA Amphitheater
Casino Del Sol

One of Mexico’s most successful groups, the band has performed a mixture of Latin dance tunes, jazz swing and classical music. Banda el Recodo has recorded more than 178 records and brought its music from the barrios of Mexico to the international stage
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Chris Isaak Concert – Tucson

Tuesday – July 12, 2011 8:00pm

AVA Amphitheater
Casino Del Sol

Throughout his impressive recording career — right from his stunning 1985 debut to this latest stellar effort — Chris Isaak has tunefully and artfully explored the good, the bad and the ugly of love.
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Live Boxing

Friday – July 22, 2011 4:30pm

AVA Amphitheater.
Casino Del Sol
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Peter Frampton Concert – Tucson

Wednesday – July 27, 2011 8:00pm

AVA Amphitheater
Casino Del Sol

Peter Frampton was one of the biggest arena rock stars of the ’70s, making his name largely on the double-LP concert set Frampton Comes Alive!
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