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Marana in May
May 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021
May Flowers, Dining Tips, & Restaurant News
How may we squeeze every last bit of enjoyment from spring? Take a break with a delightful meal on at a patio restaurant, take some early morning walks, and get over to Saguaro National Park West and Ironwood Forest National Monument to see the Saguaro blossoms, spring flowers, and wildlife.
NEW: The Marana Visitor Center at 13251 N. Lon Adams Road, Marana, AZ, is a designated Arizona Visitor Information Center by the Arizona Office of Tourism. Stop by for maps and regional information on your way to Saguaro National Park West.
Mother’s Day in Marana
Where to celebrate and find great gift ideas.
Restaurant Openings & Updates
What has opened? What is opening soon?
Secrets of Spring: 12 Breakfast Places + 1 Coffee Place
Breakfast options continue to expand. Warning: This may encourage you to become a morning person.
Top Things to Do in Saguaro National Park
Saguaro National Park is the fourth most-visited National Park in Arizona, less than 30 minutes from the I-10 E exit 236/Marana Road. Discover this gorgeous place!
May Events
Online Activities & Disney Store Coupon – Jr Disney Playdates hosted by Tucson Premium Outlets at Marana Center
Sunday, May 9 – Mother’s Day in Marana
Tuesday, May 11, 7-8:30 pm – Old Pueblo Archaeology Center hosts free Zoom talk Tohono Philosophy and Ethics by Mr. Ruben Cu:k Ba’ak. Curator of Education for the Tohono O’odham Nation’s Cultural Center and Museum in Topawa, Arizona
Now through June – Saguaro Cactus blossoms at Saguaro National Park West and Ironwood Forest National Monument
Old Pueblo Archaeology Events
Old Pueblo Archaeology connects people with the region’s ancient history in a variety of ways, from lectures to tours of spectacular sites in Marana. Add yourself to Old Pueblo Archaeology’s email list .
Ongoing Events – check for current information, as events may change
Ongoing – Foolish Pleasure Hot Air Balloon Rides
Ongoing – Skydive Marana
Tuesdays – Catalina Brewing Company Taco Tuesdays and other small events
Wednesdays – Tucson Premium Outlets We Love Locals Wednesdays
1st & 3rd Fridays, 4-8pm – Picture Rocks Food Fest with Food Trucks, Vendors, Live Music! (1st & 3rd Fridays)
Fridays, 4-8pm – Tohono Chul Garden Bistro Happy Hour Returns with bottomless prickly pear margaritas!
Saturdays, 8am-1pm – Marana Outdoor Market (every Saturday)
1st Sunday of the month – 9am-2pm – Santa Marana Christmas Tree Farm hosts Marana Outdoor Market & Resale Ranch with vendors, food trucks, live music.
2nd Sunday of the month – 2nd Sunday Vintage Market on Oracle Road (at Tucson Mall)
Sundays – Picture Rocks Farmer’s Market (near Saguaro National Park West). Temporarily paused. Check Facebook page for current information.
Sundays – Button Brew House Michelada Sundays
Sundays – Catalina Brewing Company Sonoran Dog Sundays