Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend? Look no further! Between stuffing yourself silly at this weekend’s Tucson Meet Yourself, the finale of Oktoberfest, or even learning how to cook carne asada three ways with J. Felipe Garcia, we’ve got you covered.
Don’t forget, you can check out our Events Directory for a full list of Foodie events happening this week and other upcoming things to do.
Oktoberfest in Tucson
Multiple times & locations
It’s the last weekend for Oktoberfest shenanigans. End the Bavarian celebration locally at Button Brewhouse or take a drive to Mt. Lemmon’s Ski Valley. Take a peek at our event roundup to read all about it: Oktoberfest 2022: Stein holding contests, lederhosen & lots of beer.
HALLOWEEN CANDY AND WINE PAIRING FLIGHTS
Thursday, October 6 – Sunday, October 9
18585 S. Sonoita Hwy.
Enjoy a pre-selected Charron Vineyards wine tasting flight paired with your favorite Halloween candy. Available during normal tasting room hours. The Halloween Candy and Wine Tasting flight costs $11 if you bring your own glass or goblet.
If you’re thinking of making a trip to our winederful Sonoita wine country, check out our itinerary suggestions on our “Sippin’ your way around Sonoita-Elgin Wine Country” guide.
TUCSON EAT YOURSELF
Friday, October 7 – Sunday, October 9
101 N. Stone Ave.
The annual Tucson Meet Yourself is taking over parts of downtown for a weekend of fun from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Friday, October 7 – Saturday, October 8, and then 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 9.
There’s going to be more than 100 artists and performing groups sharing music, dance, and their crafts. The artists will be spread all around so come equipped with your walkin’ shoes and take a glance at the performance schedule to plan accordingly.
Read more about it in our “What’s cookin’ at the 2022 Tucson Meet Yourself festival “article.
Brewin at the Chul
Fridays and Saturdays from 5 – 9 p.m. through Saturday, November 26
7366 N. Paseo Del Norte
Come enjoy Tohono Chul’s first-ever autumn series, Brewin at the Chul, located at The Garden Bistro. Join them on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 – 9 p.m. for music, refreshing spirits, local brews, and a rotating menu of tasty bites.
Enjoy beers and brats, friends, and fun at the Garden Bistro Fridays and Saturday nights. Check out the menu here.
EEGEE PALOOZA WITH CHE WEST
Saturday, October 8 from 4 – 7 p.m.
4765 S. Landing Center Dr.
Eegee’s will be collaborating with Tortillas by Che West for eegeepalooza at the Irvington I-19 location. Che started tacopalooza a couple of years back and it has been a hit every time. This Saturday from 4-7 p.m. you can get his famous tacos with a side of fries and an eeege.
He’ll be cooking up something special:
- Two chicken tacos with maple sriracha sauce
- Medium seasoned fries
- Small Scary Berry eegee with Tajín and chamoy
WHISKEY DEL BAC WHISKEY DINNER AT THE BARN
Sunday, October 9 at 6 p.m.
2045 N. Forbes Blvd. #105
Enjoy a Whiskey del Bac dinner with food pairings provided by The Barn’s exceptional culinary team.
CARNE ASADA 3 WAYS
Tuesday, October 11 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
2700 E. Speedway Blvd.
Join foodie, blogger, cook, and Visit Tucson President/CEO, J. Felipe Garcia, as he makes carne asada three ways.
On the menu of three different ways with three unique salsas:
- Taco: Warm corn tortillas, carne asada, avocado, lime juice, sea salt, and salsa
- Lorenza: Corn tortillas grilled crispy like a tostada, cheese, carne asada, lime, avocado, and salsa
- Caramelo: Flour tortillas and cheese (think quesadilla), carne asada, lime, avocado, and salsa
Cost: $75.
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Article written by:
Addie Ibarra
More about AddieAddie 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.
