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What We Reckon You Should Eat at Old Tucson’s Summer Concert Series

(Photo courtesy of Old Tucson)

What We Reckon You Should Eat at Old Tucson’s Summer Concert Series

Jun 21, 20232 min read

Dust off your boots because there’s a party goin’ on at Old Tucson.

From Friday, June 23 – Saturday, August 16, the Wild West attraction in the Saguaro National Park is hosting its “LIVE! Summer Concert Series” at 201 Kinney Rd.

Live Music

This experience features live performances from local musicians along with talented national tribute bands in Town Square, the heart of Old Tucson. You’ll be able to enjoy some of the greatest music from artists such as Garth Brooks, Tom Petty, Stevie Nicks, Santana, Journey, and more.

The gates will open at 5:30 p.m., the opening act takes the stage at 6 p.m., and then the main act starts at 7:3o p.m. Here’s the full lineup.

What About Supper?

So, this summer, gather your cowboy hats, Wranglers, and best friends for live music, cold drinks, and the cuisine listed below like Big Jake’s BBQ. Legend says that the following is an actual photo of Jake but we can neither confirm nor deny those rumors.

a man cooking in a kitchen
Big Jake (Photo courtesy of Pixabay)
Tickets

General Admission is $34 per person and VIP Tickets are $80 each, which include a private viewing area, a private bartender, unlimited NA drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and some exclusive Old Tucson swag.

Summer Concert Series Menus

Big Jake’s BBQ

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Big Jake’s (Photo courtesy of Old Tucson)
  • Brisket Sandwich (choice of two sides)
  • Pulled Pork Sandwich (choice of two sides)
  • Chicken Leg (choice of two sides)
  • Garden Salad – with cucumbers, shredded carrots, croutons, and your choice of ranch or Italian dressing
  • Wild West Nachos – potato wedges with cheese, bacon, chives, and the option to add brisket or carnitas
  • Potato Wedges
  • Chips

Learn more.

Rosa’s

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Rosa’s (Photo courtesy of Old Tucson)
  • Tamales – with beans, rice, and your choice of beef or vegan tamales
  • Taco Plate – with beans, rice, and your choice of beef, chicken, or carnitas tacos
  • Nachos – nacho cheese, pico, and jalapeño (add beef, chicken, or carnitas for an additional cost)
  • Quesadilla – cheese, sour cream, and salsa (add beef, chicken, or carnitas for an additional cost)
  • Churro

Learn more.

The Creamery

The Creamery (Photo courtesy of Old Tucson)
  • Ice Cream (chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry)
  • Ice Cream Bar
  • Popcorn

Learn more.

The Elixir

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The Elixir (Photo courtesy of Old Tucson)
  • Jerky
  • Mixed Nuts – fruit and mixed nuts or chocolate and mixed nuts
  • Cookies

Learn more.

Additionally, Phoebe’s will be selling homemade fudge so keep an eye out for that spot, too. Old Tucson gifts and merchandise will be available at multiple locations throughout the park.

Old Tucson is located at 201 Kinney Rd. For more information and to purchase your tickets, visit oldtucson.com.

Article written by:

Matt Sterner

Matt Sterner

More about Matt

At 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.

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