There’s a heck of a lot of new things to do! Here are some of this month’s highlights. You can also check out our Events section on the website to see what’s going on any day of the week.
Wine Gone Wild 2025
Saturday, April 5
3400 E. Zoo Ct.
Wine Gone Wild is back and wilder than ever! Join for an evening of incredible local wines, spirits, live music, animal encounters and more! This party with a purpose supports education programs, conservation efforts, and care for the animals at the Zoo.
A Feast of Favorites: TVF’s Annual Fundraiser with Dr. Andrew Weil
Saturday, April 5
2201 E. Roger Rd.
Join the Tucson Village Farm Team for an unforgettable spring gathering featuring world-renowned integrative medicine pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil. Savor a delectable farm-fresh dinner thoughtfully crafted with vibrant, seasonal ingredients and inspired by the principles of healthy, flavorful eating.
East Meets West: Japanese and Mexican Fusion Dinner
Sunday, APril 6
267 S. Avenida del Convento #12
The theme is East Meets West – Japanese and Mexican fusion. All of the businesses at the Annex are involved in this fusion dinner so get ready for some pretty special flavors.
Tohono O’odham Frybread Workshop
Thursday, April 10
196 N. Court Ave.
Sherrie Cruz of Sheri’s Traditional Foods will teach attendees how to prepare the dough, make the dough into small balls, heat the oil to the right temperature for frying, flatten out the dough, and safely place it into the hot oil to fry on both sides until the frybread is golden brown.
Emeritus Vineyard Wine Dinner
Thursday, April 10
5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Rd.
Join The Grill at Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort for an exclusive dining affair, showcasing an array of wines from California presented by Mari Jones President of “Fun” at Emeritus Vineyard. Indulge in a delightful six-course plated dinner with coastal inspirations perfectly complemented by a selection of wines from the Emeritus Vineyard that show off the beauty of Pinot Noir.
Guided Tasting at Tap & Bottle North: Featuring La Gritona & Bara-Cara
Thursday, April 10
7254 N. Oracle Rd.
Join Tap & Bottle North with La Gritona Tequila Reposado & Bara-Cara Tequila Blanco. La Gritona Reposado & Bara-Cara Blanco are distilled by Melly Barajas and her staff of women at her distillery in Valle De Guadalupe, Jalisco.
Light bites will be provided to enhance your sipping experience.
Bar Takeover – Bar Crisol x Madre
Thursday, April 10
196 W. Simpson St.
Two of the best mezcal bars unite for an unforgettable night in Tucson! LA’s Madre takes over Bar Crisol, showcasing the bold flavors of Los Cantiles 1905, a renowned bacanora brand. Sip on expertly crafted agave cocktails, enjoy neat pours, and experience the rich tradition of bacanora in this one-night-only celebration of mezcal culture and borderland heritage.
2025 Agave Heritage Festival
Thursday, April 10 – Sunday, April 13
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
The countdown begins! Mark your calendars and start making plans for the 17th annual Agave Heritage Festival on Thursday, April 10 – Sunday, April 13.
In a recent article in Forbes, journalist Rona Berg had a few nice things to say about her experience at last year’s festival, mentioning, “There is no shortage of agave-inspired drinks in town, a reflection of Tucson’s Mexican community.”
Each year, the festival provides a weekend of culinary dinners and educational tastings featuring NETA, Cambio Tequila, Alma Del Jaguar and Del Maguey, Esfuerzo, and other agave spirits. Also, world-class agave pros, including Paul and Suze Phish, and award-winning authors Ted Jenoways and Gary Nabhan are just a few special guests appearing this year.
Read the full article for the lineup of events.
Tucson Taste of Chocolate
Sunday, April 13
445 S. Alvernon Way
Over the years, the Foundation has focused on local youth and in-need adults. Recent recipients of their support include Tucson teachers through their signature project, Rotary Local. The Taste of Chocolate is their signature fund raiser with 100% of the funds raised going to the eduction of our community’s children.
19th Annual Argentina Heart & Soul
Sunday, April 13
5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Rd.
Prepare to be whisked away on a captivating journey of flavor and melody at our 19th Annual Argentina Heart & Soul Wine Tasting Event! It’s an enchanting evening filled with the rich, velvety elegance of 25 exquisite Argentinian wine varietals, a sumptuous regionally-inspired buffet brimming with authentic flavors, and the soul-stirring rhythms of live music. Local band Five Way Street will be performing live in the Terraza!
Off the Vine: Festival & Wine Tasting
Saturday, April 19
4450 S. Houghton Rd.
On Saturday, April 19 from 12 – 5 p.m., the Arizona Wine Growers’ Association will be bringing back one of their longest-running festivals, Off the Vine Arizona Wine Festival, to Kallista Park in Tucson, Arizona. This year’s festival will include 20+ Arizona wineries pouring their award-winning wines, live music, local art, food trucks, and a variety of other vendors.
Stars Around Us: Foodie Edition
Thursday, April 24
401 N. Bonita Ave.
A General Admission ticket grants you access to more than 15 vendors, food trucks, and delicious offerings at the event. Experience unique foods, mouthwatering desserts, and exciting beverages!
In addition to incredible food, enjoy numerous interactive arts and culture exhibits, including a demonstration featuring special guest Chef Devon Sanner, an Iron Chef finalist and President of the Tucson Gastronomic Union.
Taco Fest
Saturday, April 26
4570 N. First Ave.
The stages are set for a legendary hip-hop throwback party with iconic performances by T.I., Lil Jon, Fat Joe, Chingy, Trick Daddy, Paul Wall, Yung Joc, Bubba Sparxxx, and DJ Luwiss Lux.
Fans can indulge in mouthwatering tacos, hand-crafted margaritas, ice-cold beer, and over 101 tequilas at the iconic Cactus Cantina. Plus, fans won’t want to miss the towering nachos, thrilling lucha libre wrestling, refreshing micheladas, and the sleekest lowriders.
The Great Centurions Regatta: A Naughty Yachty Affair
Saturday, April 26
2500 E. Ajo Way
The Great Centurions Regatta – A Naughty Yachty Affair is casting off on April 26 at Kino Sports Complex in Tucson, Arizona. Get ready to set sail with the iconic Barenaked Ladies for a night of unforgettable fun! This is your chance to be part of something legendary, all while helping our local charities. Don’t walk the plank — grab your tickets now!
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Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
