You Can Grow Roses in Tucson
Tucson Garden Club You Can Grow Roses in Tucson Terry Swartz Steam Pump Ranch Location: Office Building (south of the Farmer's Market area and near the museum)
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Tucson Garden Club You Can Grow Roses in Tucson Terry Swartz Steam Pump Ranch Location: Office Building (south of the Farmer's Market area and near the museum)
Steam Pump Ranch welcomes the Tucson Garden Club and Terry Swartz, past President of the Tucson Rose Society, who will share techniques for selecting, planting, and caring for roses in our desert climate. It can be done! Attendees can visit the Oro Valley Historical Society-maintained Heritage Garden to see how Society volunteers have teamed up with the Tucson Garden Club to cultivate our own rose garden within this historic landscape. This free presentation is sponsored by the Oro Valley Historical Society. ...
Welcome to The Hoppy Vine Since opening in 2021 at Oro Valley Marketplace, The Hoppy Vine has become the community's go-to destination for craft beverage enthusiasts and anyone seeking a welcoming place to relax. Step inside to discover an exceptional selection of craft beers, premium wines, and creative non-alcoholic options. From adventurous beer tastings to the perfect bottle of wine or a thoughtfully crafted mocktail, the variety satisfies every palate. The Hoppy Vine stands apart through its genuinely inclusive environment....
Local Blues Showcase Catch your favorite blues tunes played by some of the best local talent around. This show features The VanDykes and the Bad News Blues Band.
Welcome to The Hoppy Vine Since opening in 2021 at Oro Valley Marketplace, The Hoppy Vine has become the community's go-to destination for craft beverage enthusiasts and anyone seeking a welcoming place to relax. Step inside to discover an exceptional selection of craft beers, premium wines, and creative non-alcoholic options. From adventurous beer tastings to the perfect bottle of wine or a thoughtfully crafted mocktail, the variety satisfies every palate. The Hoppy Vine stands apart through its genuinely inclusive environment....
From blank to breathtaking! Using decorative papers, flowers, trims, and embellishments, you’ll create a custom treasure box that reflects your style. It’s a perfect project for storing cherished keepsakes or giving as a gift filled with goodies. All supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring any special items you’d like to use. Click Here to Register
Welcome to The Hoppy Vine Since opening in 2021 at Oro Valley Marketplace, The Hoppy Vine has become the community's go-to destination for craft beverage enthusiasts and anyone seeking a welcoming place to relax. Step inside to discover an exceptional selection of craft beers, premium wines, and creative non-alcoholic options. From adventurous beer tastings to the perfect bottle of wine or a thoughtfully crafted mocktail, the variety satisfies every palate. The Hoppy Vine stands apart through its genuinely inclusive environment....
Make your own one-of-a-kind mosaic jewelry using glass, beads, and other found treasures. In this hands-on class, you’ll design two unique pendants with metal bezels and a long-lasting adhesive that keeps your pieces beautiful for years. We provide all materials, including chains for your pendants. Feel free to bring your own beads or small items if you’d like to add a personal touch. Click Here to Register
The weather's cooling off, and Tohono Chul is turning up the music. Jazz Under the Stars kicks off Friday, Oct. 2, and runs Fridays and Saturdays through Nov. 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. Guests can settle in at the Garden Bistro for live jazz from local musicians, good food, handcrafted drinks, and the gardens after dark. Date: Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 2 through Nov. 28 Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Location: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson...
The Hoppy Vine Since opening in 2021 at Oro Valley Marketplace, The Hoppy Vine has become the community's go-to destination for craft beverage enthusiasts and anyone seeking a welcoming place to relax. Step inside to discover an exceptional selection of craft beers, premium wines, and creative non-alcoholic options. From adventurous beer tastings to the perfect bottle of wine or a thoughtfully crafted mocktail, the variety satisfies every palate. The Hoppy Vine stands apart through its genuinely inclusive environment. This is...
The Oro Valley Farmers Market sets up every Saturday morning at Steam Pump Ranch, nestled at the base of the Catalina Mountains’ Pusch Ridge along the Northwest Oracle Road corridor. See Heirloom Farmers Market for more details.
Nothing spooky is happening at Steam Pump Ranch today as the Oro Valley Historical Society continues upgrading our archives with new technology. As we digitize photos, documents, and artifacts, we're sharing items usually kept behind the scenes. Rotating exhibits are paused, but new discoveries await you on a self-guided tour. Volunteers will be on site to answer questions and provide additional information. Museum visits are complimentary, and donations are gratefully accepted to help us keep Oro Valley history alive!
Tohono Chul's annual Chiles, Chocolate and Day of the Dead Festival returns Saturday, Oct. 31, with a full day celebrating the flavors, art and traditions of the Southwest. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., families can explore Día de los Muertos traditions throughout the gardens. Expect live mariachi music, folklórico dance performances, and tastings from Tucson chocolatiers and chile and salsa vendors. Cooking demonstrations run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Overlook. Educator talks include a Chiltepin Talk...
Inspired by a recent trip to Giverny, Monet’s home and garden, this class explores the beauty of flowers in colored pencil. You’ll learn layering, color blending, backgrounds, and other essential techniques. It’s a good fit for beginner and intermediate artists. Bring your own flower photos or use the instructor’s references. Use your own pencils, or buy a 12-color Prismacolor set from the instructor for $15. Click Here to Register
Turn a fall Saturday into an artful one at the Southern Arizona Arts Guild Gallery in Joesler Village. Live music, local art, and the flavors of the season come together all afternoon. Listen to Tucson-area musicians, sip complimentary cider, and enjoy a cookie while SAAG artists demonstrate their work throughout the afternoon. Meet the artists, watch their process up close, and browse one-of-a-kind paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, fiber art, and more from Southern Arizona creators. October 24th: Fountains of...
The weather's cooling off, and Tohono Chul is turning up the music. Jazz Under the Stars kicks off Friday, Oct. 2, and runs Fridays and Saturdays through Nov. 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. Guests can settle in at the Garden Bistro for live jazz from local musicians, good food, handcrafted drinks, and the gardens after dark. Date: Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 2 through Nov. 28 Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Location: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson...
Learn drawing skills by sketching favorite autumn subjects, including pumpkins, gourds, acorns, leaves, mushrooms, and simple botanical stems. This beginner-friendly class for adults and teens focuses on breaking objects into simple shapes, adding texture, and using light shading. You will have time to start a drawing of your own. All supplies are provided. Click Here to Register
Paint a striking great horned owl in watercolor, with luminous golden eyes and richly layered feathers. Working from a provided pre-drawn image, you’ll build the owl with washes, expressive brushstrokes, and carefully placed details. You’ll learn to create natural feather textures, shape the face with light and shadow, and add a softly suggested woodland background. This approachable class suits beginners and experienced painters alike. Click Here to Register
The weather's cooling off, and Tohono Chul is turning up the music. Jazz Under the Stars kicks off Friday, Oct. 2, and runs Fridays and Saturdays through Nov. 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. Guests can settle in at the Garden Bistro for live jazz from local musicians, good food, handcrafted drinks, and the gardens after dark. Date: Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 2 through Nov. 28 Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Location: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson...
Oro Valley residents and visitors are invited to enjoy an evening of free live music as Friday Night Concerts return to Steam Pump Ranch. Enjoy this family-friendly concert series on four select Friday nights, beginning September 25, 2026. Bring a chair or blanket and settle in on the lawn at Steam Pump Ranch (10901 N. Oracle Rd.) for a beautiful night under the stars. Food trucks will be available on site, and guests are also welcome to bring their own...


