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Things To Do: Jazz, Fancy Dinners & More in Tucson (Jan. 2025)

(Photo courtesy of Tucson Jazz Festival)

Things To Do: Jazz, Fancy Dinners & More in Tucson (Jan. 2025)

Dec 31, 20244 min read

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

Here are some of this month’s highlights. Also, don’t forget to check out our Events section on the website to see what’s going on any day of the week.

TUCSON DOOBIE EXTRAVAGANJA

FRIDAY, JANUARY 10
2725 E. Grant Rd.

‍”Join us for Extrava-Ganja, which features unique themes and experiences. Designed with the cannabis connoisseur in mind, Tucson Doobie brings together select cannabis brands, DJs, classes, shows, Sunset Glass Gallery, and more.”

Tucson Doobie Members are free, guests are $20.

Learn more.

Tucson Jazz Festival

Friday, January 17 – Wednesday, January 25
Multiple Locations

“Downtown Jazz Fiesta free concerts on MLK day, outstanding youth programs, a variety of food and jazz adventures, it’s a talent-packed nine days of cultural exchange and artistic collaboration. The festival has grown in popularity and acclaim over the 11 years since its inception, attracting new and diverse audiences from all over the country.”

Learn more.

DILLINGER DAY

Saturday, January 18
311 E. Congress ST.

Celebrate the 91st Anniversary of the Capture of John Dillinger on Saturday, January 18th!

“We’ll have reenactments on the Plaza at Hotel Congress at 9am, 11am, 1pm, a FREE vintage car show, historic lectures, and historical walking tours of downtown. We’ll also have fully restored Tucson Fire Department trucks that actually fought the 1934 fire.

“$5 donation reserves your seat for the reenactments! Proceeds support The Tucson Fire Foundation.

“And don’t forget about the Dillinger Speakeasy! The evening will feature live entertainment from Marco & the Polos and the Johnny Hotshot Gun Show plus specials and a best-dressed contest will be going down as well! Additionally, there will be a Whiskey Tasting available for purchase on the event page (with a GA ticket included!)”

Learn more.

ADOBE ROAD MOBILE WINERY EXPERIENCE

SATURDAY, January 18
5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Rd.

You are invited to The Adobe Road Mobile Winery Experience — a one-of-a-kind event at Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort! This special event will include wine tastings from Adobe Road Winery’s mobile winery & racing paddock, with hors d’oeuvres prepared by Chef Delgado.

Ticket price includes:
Complimentary wine tastings from Adobe Road Winery

Hors d’oeuvres prepared by Executive Chef Ramon Delgado

A raffle entry to win a racing series wine box. (a $400 value)

Learn more.

PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION WITH GABRIEL AYALA

TUESDAY, JANUARY 21
340 N. Sixth Ave.

The evening begins with a champagne greeting, light appetizers, followed by a dinner  on one of Corbett’s spacious indoor Pickleball courts. Afterward, the party continues in the “speakeasy” lower level where guests can  enjoy an immersive Art/Music experience with an exclusive auction of Indigenous art, donated by Bahti Indian Arts and Ayala’s evocative guitar performance while his visual artwork is projected on screens that surround the audience.”

Menu:

  • Dinner includes a welcome glass of bubbles and a choice of a glass of red or white wine during dinner.
  • Roasted Beets, Arugula, Goat Cheese, Quinoa, Spanish Almond, Herb Vinaigrette
  • Red Wine Braised Short Rib, Roasted Root Vegetables and Roasted Potatoes
  • Vegan Option: Soyrizo Zucchini boat with citrus vinaigrette and balsamic, Roasted Root Vegetables and Roasted Potatoes
  • Chocolate Torte

Learn more.

CHEFS ON A GLOBAL STAGE

SUNDAY, JANUARY 26
6400 E. El Dorado Circle

Chefs on a Global Stage

“Join us to experience dishes made in other UNESCO Cities of Gastronomy in 2024 by six Tucson Chef Ambassadors to represent Tucson’s internationally recognized cuisine and terroir. Get ready to be amazed by the flavors and culinary creativity on display at Chefs on a Global Stage!”

Featured Chef Ambassadors:

  • Mat Cable (Zio Peppe, Fresco, First We Eat)
  • Ryan Clark (Loews at Ventana Canyon)
  • Sarah Lamberth (Davis-Monthan Air Force Base)
  • Travis Peters
  • Devon Sanner (Lodge at Ventana Canyon)
  • Pablo Valencia (Scratching the Plate)

Learn more.

Blues and Wine at Medella Vina Ranch

Friday, January 17 – Wednesday, January 25
4450 Houghton Rd.

Highlights:

  • Free admission to the Artisan vendors and Wine room
  • Local Wineries: Different featured wineries every month.
  • Live Blues Bands: New bands at each event.
  • Artists and Vendors: Unique creations and artisanal goods.
  • Food Trucks: Diverse culinary delights.
  • Comfort: Heated and air-conditioned bathrooms.
  • Save by Pre-Purchasing Tickets! Buy tickets in advance online and save!

Learn more.

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