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Things to do (Aug. 10-16): Pizza, Beer, Bikes & More in Tucson


August 9, 2023
By Addie Ibarra, Tucson Foodie
By Addie Ibarra

There’s a heck of a lot of new things to do!

Don’t forget, you can always check out our Things to Do section on the website to check out what’s going on any day of the week.

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IRON CHEF TUCSON DINNERS

Sunday, August 13 & Tuesday, August 15

The two chefs will be serving the exact dishes for one night only at each of their restaurants. Dante’s Fire is hosting its Iron Chef Dinner on Sunday, August 13 (tickets are on sale now) and Zio Peppe is serving its Iron Chef Dinner on Tuesday, August 15 (tickets are also on sale).

Learn more.

HOW TO MAKE ARTISANAL PIZZA

Thursday, August 10 from 6 – 8:30 p.m.
5655 E. River Rd. #101

In this Antsy Nancy class, you’ll not only stretch your own dough, but you’ll also stretch your imagination! We’ll provide a multitude of fresh, delicious, and locally sourced meats, herbs, and vegetables to customize your own artisan pizza.

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CHILLIN AT THE CHUL

Friday, August 10 – Saturday, August 11
7366 Paseo Del Norte

Join the Tohono Chul crew Friday and Saturday evenings from 5 – 9 p.m. for live music, refreshing spirits, and light bites from the Garden Bistro!

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FREE MEAD TASTING AT 1912 BREWING

Friday, August 11 at 4 p.m.
2045 N. Forbes Blvd. #105

We are inviting Superstition Meadery from Prescott, Arizona for a Free Mead Tasting! Learn a little bit about what Mead is and try a variety of samples. Stay for a glass or a flight of Meads and enjoy Live Music with Flatlander Jim!

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SATURDAYS AT THE GARDEN KITCHEN

Saturday, August 12
2205 S. Fourth Ave.

Saturdays at the Garden Kitchen are held monthly at The Garden Kitchen.  These events offer a physical activity class, a food demonstration (you get to try all the food and take home the recipes!) and a gardening class.

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BEER FOR BIKES AT DRAGOON BREWING

Saturday, August 12 from 2 – 5 p.m.
1859 W. Grant Rd. #111

Come support local businesses at BEER for BIKES! Join us as we celebrate and support Tucson’s non-profit bicycle center BICAS; as BICAS’ renowned Art Auction approaches we will also have some wonderful pieces displayed throughout the taproom

They’ll have six fine wines, charcuterie, and seating is reserved.

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Saturday, August 12 from 6 – 8 p.m.
6960 E. Sunrise Dr. #160

Join us as we focus on Washington State wines! Columbia, Walla Walla, Yakima, and Red Mountain are just a few of the phenomenal AVAs that make up Washington State’s wine map. We will examine the regions, producers, and varietals on top of every wine connoisseurs list!

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TIKI TUESDAYS AT HACIENDA DEL SOL

Tuesday, August 8 from 3 – 6 p.m.
5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Rd.

Tiki Tuesday is back! Enjoy tiki-themed cocktails every Tuesday with live steel drum music and a themed food menu from Terraza Garden Patio & Lounge. If you enjoy your festive mug while sipping on our tasty cocktails then be sure to take one home. All our tiki mugs are available for purchase. Don’t forget to wear your Hawaiian shirt!

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BORDERLANDS BEER OLYMPICS

Saturday, August 12 from 6 – 9 p.m.
119 E. Toole Ave.

Every second Saturday of the month, we’re hosting an epic competition that will test your skills and bring out your competitive spirit. Tickets include 5 beers and a hotdog! Gather your friends and form a team of 4 to compete in a series of exciting challenges, including corn hole, giants jenga, flip cup, beer pong, and more!

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SPACE DRAFTS AT BORDERLANDS BREWING

Tuesday, August 15 from 7:30 – 9 p.m.
119 E. Toole Ave.

A monthly informal talk on cutting-edge research by a professional scientist, stargazing, trivia.

Learn more.

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Addie Ibarra, native Tucsonan, is a fierce lover of adventure, travels, and food. Addie has her Masters in Legal Studies and hopes to one day apply that towards helping people (and animals) around the globe, while traveling and tasting along...

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