The air is cooling and the winds are calming down. It's time to get out
and see what's going on in Southern AZ. Here are some great family outings
you won't want to miss this Fall:
Buckelew Farm Pumpkin Festival & Corn Maze Oct. -13, 20, 27 (Tucson) Open the last three weekends in October, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Horse-drawn wagon rides, U-Pick-It experience (Sat & Sun); 15-acre corn maze (Fri. & Sat. nights). 17000 W. Ajo Way, (520) 822-2277. Visit buckelewfarm.com
Fall Pumpkin Festival Oct. 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 (Willcox) Enjoy old-fashioned
family fun and take a hayride to the pick-your-own pumpkin patch or childrens'
play area; or pick fresh fall vegetables and apples, EVERY weekend in October,
9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Apple Annie's Orchard, (520) 384-2084.
Visit appleannies.com/special.php
Tombstone ‘Helldorado Parade’ October 13 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM. Helldorado, since it conception in 1929, has focused on the guardianship of Tombstone’s infamous past and the celebration of her history. We invite you to join us as we fill the streets of Tombstone with a grand parade! Visit www.wyattearpdays.com
Halloween Howl: Hayrides, Tours & More at Colossal Cave Mountain Park. Oct 25 (Tucson) HAUNTED HAYRIDES: Oct. 25th - 28th, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.$7 per person, 3 years and up. Call 647-3450 to tour through the dark, ghostly Ranch. Plus Carnival with food, games under the moon, pony ring, and free Jumping Castle. Reservations suggested.
Butterfly Magic at the Gardens Oct. 16-March 31 (Tucson) An indoor tropical butterfly exhibit, with more than 100 species of colorful, farmed butterflies fluttering in a special greenhouse, and a public viewing room for up-close viewing of emerging butterflies. Tucson Botanical Gardens, (520) 326-9686. Visit tucsonbotanical.org
Tucson Bluegrass Festival Oct. 27-28 (Tucson) Top local, regional, and national bluegrass bands, with performances daily at Desert Diamond Casino. Desert Bluegrass Association. Visit desertbluegrass.org
4th Avenue’s Kids Halloween Costume Contest October 27 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. The Fourth Avenue Merchants Assoc. invites you and your family to a safe and Spooky Kids Halloween Costume Contest. Free, Saturday October 27, 2006, 5pm to 9pm, Costume prizes and goody bags Kids costume contest at 6pm Scary Movies Live DJ M/C “Kini Wah-deh” Fun for the whole family / trick or treating all along the Avenue.
Fall Festival October 31, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Sabino Road Baptist Church,
2710 N. Sabino Canyon Road. This is FREE for the entire family. Come and
enjoy jumping castles, food, trunk or treating and more!
My Nana's Salsa Challenge will spice things up in Tucson this fall - on Saturday,
November 10th at Reid Park Outdoor Performance Center (900 S. Randolph Way)
from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. The event is a fundraiser for the Arizona Hemophilia
Association, a non-profit organization that serves individuals and families
affected by bleeding disorders.
The My Nana's Salsa Challenge is a culinary event featuring restaurants, businesses and individuals competing to make the best salsa in their category. Over 30 competitors prepare fresh salsa on-site in either the mild or hot category. The grand champion will win a grand prize trip. Attendees can vote for their favorite with the People's Choice Award.
Attendees will enjoy sampling salsas and consume over 1000 pounds of My Nana's Best Tasting tortilla chips. The event also features the Main Stage with live, local acts throughout the day.
Kids can also enjoy a day of fun at the event's FUNZONE, featuring interactive games for the entire family including a moon bounce, bungee run and obstacle course. The FUNZONE is entirely free all day long.
Tickets are only $10 at the gate and children under 12 are free. Purchase discounted tickets in advance for just $8 at www.salsachallenge.com. Salsa contestant registrations are also being accepted through Friday, November 2nd, 2007.Visit salsachallenge.com or call (480) 955-3947.
For even more events in the Tucson Area visit MyTucsonEvents.com.
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