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Foodie Events from Nov. 23 – 30: Fútbol, DrinksGiving & a food tour

Foodie Events from Nov. 23 – 30: Fútbol, DrinksGiving & a food tour

Nov 23, 20223 min read

It’s not surprising that with it being the week of Thanksgiving that events this week have slowed a bit. However, if you’re in need of some time away from the family or are just looking for things to do, there are still some fun things happening.

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Also, don’t forget to check out our Events Directory for a full list of Foodie events happening this week and other upcoming things to do.

Drinksgiving Night

Wednesday, November 23
Multiple Locations

Photo courtesy of The Jackrabbit Lounge on Facebook
Photo courtesy of The Jackrabbit Lounge on Facebook

The night before Thanksgiving is a great time to take a load off. Check out our ‘DrinksGiving’ specials & events in Tucson (the night before Thanksgiving) guide to learn about the establishments that we noticed were having beverage specials or hosting a party of some sort. Invite the fam to come out to play!

2022 World Cup

All week
Multiple Locations

Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company

You may be aware of a global sporting event taking place this week (and next, and next): The World Cup! If ever you’re in need of something to do within the upcoming weeks, sidle up to one of these bars that are showing the games and revel in the camaraderie.

Check out our guide on, Where to catch 2022 FIFA World Cup parties in Tucson.

10TH ANNUAL BARREL DOWN & BEAR DOWN EVENT

Friday, NOVEMBER 25 starting at 10 A.M.
Tap & Bottle Downtown, 403 N. Sixth Ave. #135

Image provided by Tap & Bottle Downtown on Facebook

Join Tap and Bottle downtown for their 10th annual Barrel Down & Bear Down event!
Taste some barrel-aged beers and watch World Cup Soccer and the Wildcats play against ASU.

Beers Featured on Tap:

  • BCBS 2018 & 2021
  • Bottle Logic Paisley Cave Complex
  • Founders Mackinac Fudge
  • Dark Sky Unholy Mole
  • Prairie Barrel-Aged Moose Boots

GRAND OPENING FOR THE HOPPY VINE OV

Friday, November 25 from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
The Hoppy Vine, 12125 N. Oracle Rd.

Grand Opening The Hoppy Vine OV
Image provided by The Hoppy Vine on Facebook

Celebrate the grand opening of the Hoppy Vine! They’ll have great drink specials (five wines and five beers for $5 each), a ribbon cutting with the Oro Valley Chamber, Las Vigas food truck serving amazing Mexican food, local cupcakes, and fresh OV sourdough pretzels, and live music!

Kids and dogs are welcome, so bring the entire gang.

BLACK FRIDAY 2022 AT CAPS & CORKS

Friday, November 25 at 11 a.m.
Caps & Corks, 3830 W. River Rd. #100

Image provided by Caps & Corks on Facebook

Caps & Corks has lots of good stuff happening for your after-Thanksgiving indulgence.
They’ll be open early for your Black Friday shopping pleasure.

There will be:

  • Cupcake and Beer pairing with Mainly Cupcakes
  • Bourbon County Specialty Beer Releases
  • 4 BBA Alesmith beers on tap
  • Foodtrucks: Charly’s BBQ & Fat Noodle
  • Live music: I Am Hologram at 6 p.m.
  • Watch: USA in the World Cup & College Football with UofA vs ASU

Beer Yoga Events

Saturday & Sunday, at 10 & 10:30 a.m.
Crooked Tooth Brewing • Borderlands Brewing • Pueblo Vida Brewing

If you’re in need of some post-Turkey-coma movement these breweries have you covered!  Borderlands Brewing and Crooked Tooth Brewing host Saturday morning yoga sessions at 10 and 10:30 a.m. that end in a rewarding beer afterward.

If you can’t make it Saturday, join Pueblo Vida Brewing on Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m.

DOWNTOWN TUCSON FOOD TOUR

Sunda, November 27 at 11 a.m.
Downtown Tucson

If you’re looking for a great alternative activity to do with the family this weekend, think about a downtown Tucson Food Tour. Enjoy local restaurants and history, as your guide takes you on a two-mile walking excursion through some of the most interesting places to dine downtown and Fourth Avenue/Main Gate Square. Visitors and locals alike have been enjoying these tours for over 10 years.

To learn more and/or book your ticket click here.

Article written by:

Addie Ibarra

Addie Ibarra

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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 the way. So far she’s hit 4 continents and counting!

You’ll likely find her on a patio sipping wine with her 4-legged best friend, Spaghetti.

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TICKETS: $8 | $4 with discount coupon | Kids 12 & under free
 
SPECIAL ADMISSION: 
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• Saturday: Half-price for seniors and the same groups
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Read @sea_lyon’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com 
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