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Located in Tucson, Arizona inside the Historic Pima County Courthouse, the Visitor Center is the best place to begin your adventure and learn about the region’s stunning landscapes, diverse people, rich culture, recreational activities and attractions.

10/30/2026

Happy Halloween from Attractions & Tourism, A League of Their Own! ⚾🧢 Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable weekend. 🎃 🍭 🍫

10/29/2026

Join us for a jazzy Music in the Courtyard tomorrow, Friday, October 30, from 11am to 1pm with the Thøger Lund Trio. They embrace the sounds of the standards in jazz in a unique way.

Friday performances are presented in partnership with Tucson Jazz Festival, Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, and Visit Tucson. This live music series brings local talent to the heart of downtown Tucson - perfect for a midday break, lunch outing, or cultural escape in your workday. Featuring a rotating lineup of Tucson Jazz Festival artists and regional performers.

10/28/2026

Join us tomorrow for Music in the Courtyard from 11am - 1pm to hear King Doumbya, West African and Afro Diaspora Drumming and Dance.

Life and creative partners, Yarrow King and Lassina Doumbya, have over 40 years of combined experience sharing their passion for the music and dance of Africa and the African Diaspora. Yarrow has studied extensively, taught, choreographed and preformed dance throughout the western United States, Cuba, the Caribbean, and Brazil. Lassina was born and raised in Ivory Coast, West Africa. Drumming and the celebration of bringing joy to the community, helped him through difficult losses, and became his life passion as well. Together, Yarrow and Lassina formed King-Doumbya Community Drumming and Dance to bring community together and help people joyfully explore, embody and express themselves through music and dance.

Where: Historic Pima County Courthouse Courtyard 115 N Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

When: Thursday, October 29, 2026
11 AM - 1 PM | Rain or shine

Thursday performances are presented in partnership with Southwest Folklife Alliance, Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, and Visit Tucson. This live music series brings local talent to the heart of downtown Tucson - perfect for a midday break, lunch outing, or cultural escape in your workday. Featuring a rotating lineup of Southwest Folklife Alliance artists and regional performers.

10/27/2026

Join us on Wednesdays for FREE Children's playtime and activities in the Courtyard at the Historic County Courthouse on Church Ave. and Alameda. The Children's Museum Tucson hosts free lawn play and hands-on activities provided by their friendly staff. The setting and the weather make it a perfect mid-day outing for you and your little ones. Join us from 11am to 1pm on Wednesdays.

Children's Activities in the Courtyard is presented in partnership with Children's Museum Tucson, Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, and Visit Tucson. It's the perfect midday play break, lunch outing, or change of scene for you and your little ones.

10/26/2026

Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27 from 11am to 1pm, for Music in the Courtyard to hear the Sparrows Trio. Liz Cerepanya and Peter Dalton Ronstadt joined musical forces in 2019 to explore material old and new. Liz's heartfelt voice with Pete's haunting harmonies and rich guitar arrangements brought forth a new sound: Sparrows & The Last Train. You will be transported into the musical wonderland of the Postmodern American West, highlighted by the roots and Americana of Tucson, and the grit and beauty of the Sonoran Desert.

Where: Historic Pima County Courthouse Courtyard 115 N Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

When: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
11 AM - 1 PM | Rain or shine

Presented in partnership with Art State Arizona, Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, Visit Tucson and the Tucson Folk Festival, this live music series brings local talent to the heart of downtown Tucson - perfect for a midday break, lunch outing, or cultural escape in your workday. Featuring a rotating lineup of Tucson Folk Festival artists and regional performers.

10/22/2026

The Matt Mitchell Jazz Duo has been performing scintillating jazz for audiences for over 20 years. You'll enjoy guitar and acoustic bass jazz duo standards by the best jazz composers like Duke Ellington and Charlie Parker. Don't miss this duo performing for Music in the Courtyard tomorrow: Friday, October 23rd from 11am - 1pm.

Friday performances are presented in partnership with Tucson Jazz Festival, Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, and Visit Tucson. This live music series brings local talent to the heart of downtown Tucson - perfect for a midday break, lunch outing, or cultural escape in your workday. Featuring a rotating lineup of Tucson Jazz Festival artists and regional performers.

10/21/2026

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, October 22nd from 11am - 1pm, for Music in the Courtyard with Dan Levenson and his high-energy group known for their Southern Appalachian Old-Time String Band sound and engaging vocal harmonies! A delightful ensemble for the outdoor courtyard space, this band will excite and inspire you to listen, dance and even sing along. Fun to listen to and entertaining to watch.

Thursday performances are presented in partnership with Southwest Folklife Alliance, Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, and Visit Tucson. This live music series brings local talent to the heart of downtown Tucson - perfect for a midday break, lunch outing, or cultural escape in your workday. Featuring a rotating lineup of Southwest Folklife Alliance artists and regional performers.

10/20/2026

Join us on Wednesdays for FREE Children's playtime and activities in the Courtyard at the Historic County Courthouse on Church Ave. and Alameda. Children's Museum Tucson hosts free lawn play and hands-on activities provided by their friendly staff. The setting and the weather make it a perfect mid-day outing for you and your little ones. Join us from 11am to 1pm on Wednesdays.

Children's Activities in the Courtyard is presented in partnership with Children's Museum Tucson, Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, and Visit Tucson. It's the perfect midday play break, lunch outing, or change of scene for you and your little ones.

10/19/2026

This week kicks off Season 6 of Music in the Courtyard featuring artists on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11am - 1pm. Join us for a relaxing midweek live music break with this free concert series in the beautiful Historic Pima County Courthouse Courtyard.

Tuesday, October 20th will feature Chris Baron, a singer-songwriter known for his dynamic big band sound and engaging stage presence. Winner of the 2022 Tucson Folk Festival Songwriting Competition, Chris has become a beloved Tucson Folk Festival favorite, returning year after year as a staple of the festival lineup and of its volunteer base. Performing primarily west of the Rockies and in Texas, he crafts music described as “pleasing to the senses.” With a style that is both tight and loose, Baron brings energy and originality to the folk rock scene.

Where:
Historic Pima County Courthouse Courtyard, 115 N Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

When: Oct 20, 2026
11 AM - 1 PM

Tuesday performances are presented in partnership with Art State Arizona, Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center, Visit Tucson, and the Tucson Folk Festival. This live music series brings local talent to the heart of downtown Tucson - perfect for a midday break, lunch outing, or cultural escape in your workday. Featuring a rotating lineup of Tucson Folk Festival artists and regional performers.

10/16/2026

The book signing starts in 10 minutes‼‼ Hope to see you there!

Address

115 N. Church Avenue
Tucson, AZ
85701

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+18006388350

Website

https://visitsouthernarizona.com/

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