Best time to visit Tucson, AZ

Tucson, AZ

4 THINGS TO DO IN TUCSON, AZ (MAY 25 - JUNE 04)

Hummingbird Migration

Hummingbird Migration

August 9–13, 2023 • nature

The only state across the country where you can spot 15 different species of hummers at a time

Tanque Verde Falls

Tanque Verde Falls

March–October • nature

A secluded waterfall with an easy access not far from Tucson

Tarantula Migration

Tarantula Migration

June–October  • nature

Every fall, thousands of tarantulas roam the desert looking for a mate

Stargazing

Stargazing

all year round (but the best time is May-July) • nature

Stargazing in Tucson may be one of the best decision you'll ever make

14 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE

All Souls Weekend in Tucson

All Souls Weekend in Tucson

out of rangeNovember 3–5, 2023 • event

Join the huge procession and colorful celebration together with tens of thousands, who have come to remember the dead

Winterhaven Festival of Lights

Winterhaven Festival of Lights

out of rangeDecember 9–25, 2023 • event

A favorite Christmas tradition in the community of Tucson

Tucson Gem and Mineral Show

Tucson Gem and Mineral Show

out of rangeJanuary 27-February 11, 2024 • event

The biggest and most famous gem and mineral show in the world

Tucson Parade of Lights & Festival

Tucson Parade of Lights & Festival

out of rangeDecember 14, 2024 • event

Downtown Tucson draws together the entirety of the local community to celebrate the winter season and unique culture of the Tucson community

4th of July Events in Tucson

4th of July Events in Tucson

out of rangeJuly 4, 2024 • event

See "A" Mountain fireworks and dozens of minor celebrations across the city

Sandhill Crane Migration

Sandhill Crane Migration

out of rangeNovember–early March  • nature

Thousands of cranes spend winter in southeast Arizona

El Tour de Tucson

El Tour de Tucson

out of rangeNovember 18, 2023 • event

Visit one of the largest biking events in the United States

Tucson Christmas Lights

Tucson Christmas Lights

out of rangelate November–early January • event

The city has no shortage of spectacular holiday illuminations

Tucson Comic-Con

Tucson Comic-Con

out of rangeAugust 30-September 1, 2024 • event

One of the favorite comic conventions in the American Southwest

Arizona Beer Week

Arizona Beer Week

out of rangeFebruary 15-25, 2024 • event

Over 300 events from Northern to Southern Arizona

Tucson Celtic Festival

Tucson Celtic Festival

out of rangeNovember 3–5, 2023 • event

Take a journey into the depth of Celtic wonders at the annual celebration in the Old Pueblo

Skiing and Snowboarding near Tucson, AZ

Skiing and Snowboarding near Tucson, AZ

out of rangemid-December–April (best February) • activity

Explore the tallest peak of the Santa Catalina Mountains

Thunder and Lightning over Arizona

Thunder and Lightning over Arizona

out of rangeMarch 22–23, 2025 • event

Aerial performances, static displays, activities, and concessions

New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve

out of rangeDecember 31  • event

Discover Tucson as a special place to celebrate the upcoming year

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