Hello downtown friends -
Celebrate Desert Nights Downtown Lights with the Downtown Tucson Partnership (DTP), powered by the City of Tucson, Pima County and Rio Nuevo. Downtown Tucson is the place to be this holiday season with hundreds of holiday events, programs, and specials. See Tucson’s Christmas Tree, the largest in Southern Arizona, towering at an impressive 46 feet and adorned with thousands of lights and ornaments. This magical tree is located in Jácome Plaza amidst a stunning backdrop of illuminated buildings and street trees.
Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday with plenty of business specials, the largest Black-Owned Business Festival in the state, two business openings and much more. Don't forget the Sun Link Streetcar is still fare-free and is a great way to get around. Shop small all season long!
In gratitude,
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Kathleen Eriksen, President & CEO
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DTP & Rio Nuevo Install Largest Tree in Southern AZ
Tucson's Christmas Tree is now on display in Jácome Plaza downtown (101 N. Stone Avenue). The tree is available for viewing every day during regular park hours, 6 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Enter our Insta Photo Contest, now through January 2, 2024, for a chance to win a Downtown Tucson Gift Card. Special thanks to Rio Nuevo and a very generous anonymous donor for sponsoring the tree for us this year!
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Desert Nights Downtown Lights
Downtown Tucson is the place to be this holiday season. Shop one-of-a-kind gifts at small businesses, attend holiday markets and events, ice skate on an outdoor rink, view Southern Arizona's largest Christmas Tree, and so much more.
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Downtown Tucson For Everyone Grant Spotlight
- Rock The Spot: a four-day graffiti event, November 30-December 3 (various hours), set in the heart of downtown at the surface parking lot at 41 E. Congress Street.
- Startup Tucson Downtown Holiday Market and Mixer: highlights local BIPOC businesses on Thursday, December 7, from 4-7 p.m., at FORGE at Roy Place (44 N. Stone Avenue).
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'Tis the Season to Shop Local
Downtown has a plethora of retail and many opportunities to support local businesses all season long. Below you'll find a few of the newer shopping options in the heart of downtown. Explore our full Holiday Shopping Guide featuring dozens of small businesses and find that special gift to mark off your list.
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Support Small Businesses on November 25
Small Business Saturday is a great opportunity to patronize local businesses! Here are some local business specials:
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Rialto Theatre to Open “El Regalo” Retail Space
El Regalo, the new Rialto merchandise and gift store, is located directly next to the Rialto Theatre box office. El Regalo will sell locally-produced gifts including jewelry and décor and showcase historic photos, posters, and show memorabilia of the Rialto Theatre. The store will be open from noon until 4 p.m., then reopen from 6-8 p.m. on Small Business Saturday, November 25.
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Enchanté, Le Macaron French Pastries!
Le Macaron French Pastries, located at 260 E. Congress Street, is having its grand opening on November 25! Le Macaron will serve a large selection of decadent treats including macarons, European gelato, espresso, croissants, fine chocolates, pastries, and more.
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The Largest Black-Owned Business Festival in Arizona
BOB Fest, presented by Blax Friday, is tomorrow, November 25, at 55 N. Fifth Avenue, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Shop from 50+ vendors including art, delicious food trucks, self-care items, clothing, jewelry, treats, & much more! In collaboration with the festival, you can also see fun entertainment and live music on the Hotel Congress stage (with an additional after-party).
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Loom Holiday Art Market + Silent Auction
The Southwest Folklife Alliance presents Loom Holiday Art Market at the Pima County Historic Courthouse on Friday, December 1 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Shop products by Indigenous, African American and Mexican American heritage-based artists from Loom.Market. Find hand-made Mata Ortiz pottery, African American Southern-style hats, Indigenous jewelry and more.
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Upcoming Events
Click here to view the Weekend Report and save the dates for these upcoming festivals and events!
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