Winning Haiku Now on Display
Presented by DTP and the UA Poetry Center, the 6th Annual Haiku Hike literary competition showcases twenty winning haiku displayed on acrylic signage in beautiful planters along Congress Street and Stone Avenue. This year’s theme is Belonging. Tucson's Poet Laureate, TC Tolbert, selected the winning haiku from 1,954 submissions, with 1,187 from Tucson and the rest from 34 states and 31 countries.
We hope you’ll take some time this spring to enjoy a self-guided Haiku Hike through downtown. Download a map here.
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New Storefront Mural Activation
Remember that mural we mentioned in our last update? It's finished and looks incredible! We've teamed up with Ignacio Garcia as part of our Storefront Activation Program at the upcoming Gibson's Food Hall and Market on 11 S. 6th Avenue. Be sure to stop by and take a look. You may even recognize some familar faces...
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We recently reached 80,000 followers on our Instagram! Are you following us? Check out these recent and popular Instagram posts on @DowntownTucson featuring a walk-up pasta and gelato window, a preview of the Haiku Hike, a monthly vintage market, Ignacio's mural, an urban winery and a nonprofit bar.
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More DTP News...
🌆 Downtown Tucson Partnership and the UA Poetry Center hosted a guided Haiku Hike on Saturday with over 20 attendees, including a few winners. One winner traveled as far as Chandler and shared their poem aloud.
🌆 Congrats to our Ambassador of the Month, Lee Whitney; thank you for all of your hard work and dedication, Lee!
🌆 DTP is hosting a Merchants and Retail Council Meeting on April 2. If you are a downtown merchant and you'd like to join, email us for more info.
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This Spring, Downtown’s the Place to Be
Spring in Downtown Tucson means packed patios, festival-filled days and the kind of weather that invites you to savor the moment and enjoy the fresh air. Whether you're seeking arts, culture, entertainment or simply enjoying a stroll with your favorite local coffee (or doggo 🐶) in hand, now’s the time to soak it all in.
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Bring the Fam to this New Street Snack Hangout
Downtown’s newest family-friendly spot, Antojitos, is now open at 63 E. Congress Street and offers Mexican street snacks like Sonoran hot dogs, churros, raspados and more—plus a play space for the kids! Doors open daily at 11 a.m. Come hungry, leave happy!
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More Business News...
📢 YBC Café by Yellow Brick Coffee is celebrating its grand opening on Tuesday, April 1 at the Pima County Historic Courthouse (115 N. Church Avenue).
📢 Tough Luck Club & Reilly are now serving East Coast-style late night pizza slices on Fridays and Saturdays starting at 10:30 PM—order from the QR code menu and pick up upstairs at the side door.
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Arizona's Tallest Mural Revealed
Local muralist Joe Pagac and his wife, Lenka, have completed "Desert Colossus," a stunning 153-foot mural on the Transamerica Building at 177 N. Church Avenue. Commissioned by philanthropist Jeanne McDonald, this mural is part of the Activate El Presidio project, which aims to bring vibrant placemaking to the El Presidio Historic District. Spearheaded by Rio Nuevo and additional stakeholders, this initiative is designed to attract visitors, support community-driven activations and honor this culturally significant area while boosting local businesses and attractions.
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More Partner News...
🤝 Visit Tucson will be doing a special "Summer Streetcar Deals Pass," this summer offering promotions at businesses along the streetcar route in Downtown, Mecado, Historic Fourth Avenue and Main Gate Square. Stay tuned for more details!
🤝 Our partners at the other end of the streetcar route, Main Gate Square, have launched a brand new website.
🤝 Want to support downtown nonprofits? Consider donating on Arizona Gives Day, April 1.
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