Discover Marana

06/05/2026

It is time for your weekend event rundown for all things happening in and around Marana!

Saturday

·Marana Made Market: Shop handmade goods, baked goods, body care, fun drinks, and food trucks from 4 PM – 8 PM in Southern Marana. 9150 N. Coachline Blvd.

·CCOBRA Barrel Racing: Come witness barrel racing at the Marana Heritage Arena from 5:30 – 8 PM. Riders of all ages will compete for a chance to take home cash prizes. Free for spectators. 13310 N. Postvale Rd.

·Twin Peaks Community Market: Shop local produce, artisan crafts, local food, live music, and a community vibe outside the American Furniture Warehouse from 9 AM – 1 PM. 6595 W. Marana Center Blvd.

·Old Tucson Summer Night Market: Experience an eclectic array of arts, crafts, food vendors, and more during a summer evening through historic Main St. and Town Square at Old Tucson. 6:30 -10:00 PM. 201 S. Kinney Rd.

·World Margarita Championship: Southern Arizona’s most spirited culinary showdown is back! Bring your appetite for margaritas and see which one is crowned the best from 6 PM to 9 PM. 3800 E. Sunrise Dr.

·National Trails Day “Night Hike”: Join the Town of Marana’s Parks & Recreation team for an exhilarating and free nighttime hike in the Tortolita Mountains from 6:30 – 9:30 PM. Pre-registration is required to attend the event. Visit our website for registration information. DiscoverMarana.org

·Cool Summer Nights at The Desert Museum: Come experience the Desert Museum after dark, where all the nocturnal animals awake and bats perform aerial acrobatics. Parks open from 6 PM to 10 PM. 2021 N. Kinney Rd.

·Salt River Tubing – Marana Shuttle: Enjoy the Salt River and don’t worry about the hassle of driving back and forth from 8 AM – 6 PM. Tickets are $75 each and include tube rental and travel. The designated Marana pickup location will be identified upon ticket purchase.

06/03/2026

You asked, we answered. Dine & Discover has gone digital! 🎉

(Don’t worry, the paper challenge card is still available, too!)

Now you can complete the challenge using our Digital Challenge Card and check off four Marana-area eateries right from your phone.

Step 1: Create an account.

Step 2: Choose a participating restaurant and start dining & discovering.

Step 3: Check in using the Digital Challenge Card while you're there.

Step 4: Snap a photo of yourself, your meal, or your experience, and submit it.

Step 5: Visit a total of four locations! Screenshot your completed challenge achievement notification and bring it to the Marana Visitor Center to claim your Marana merchandise.

Marana Visitor Center: 13251 N. Lon Adams Rd.

Have fun dining, discovering, and supporting local businesses throughout Marana!

06/02/2026

Tonight is the night! Note this is a members only event.

05/29/2026

It is time for your weekend event rundown for all things happening in and around Marana this weekend.

Friday

·Teen Paint Night in the Park: Spots are still open to relax and hangout with friends while you create your very own masterpiece from 6 PM – 8 PM. This teens only class requires no experience necessary, and all the materials are provided with pre-registration. Location is noted in registration.

Saturday

·Historical Film Tours at Mescal Movie Set: Calling all fans of classic Westerns and movie buffs alike. Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of your favorite western heroes. Tours are 60-70 minutes long as run times start at 6:30 & 7:30. 1538 N. Mescal Rd.

·Salt River Tubing – Marana Shuttle: Enjoy the salt river and don’t worry about the hassle of driving back and forth from 8 AM – 6 PM. Tickets are $75 each and include tube rental and travel. The designated Marana pickup location will be identified upon ticket purchase.

·Twin Peaks Community Market: Shop local produce, artisan crafts, local food, live music and a community vibe outside the American Furniture Warehouse from 9 AM – 1 PM. 6595 W. Marana Center Blvd.

·Freddy’s Last Saturday of the Month Car Show: With over 22 categories that your car can place, you can enter your vehicle for show or come check out all the hot rods and wheels on display from 3 PM – 8 PM. 3725 W. Orange Grove.

·Freddy’s Last Saturday of the Month Car Show: With over 22 categories that your car can place in, you can enter your vehicle for show or come check out all the hot rods and wheels on display from 3 PM – 8 PM. 3725 W. Orange Grove, with pre-registration. Location is noted in registration.

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05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember all those brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

05/22/2026

Check out the Drone Zone story about the Wild B***o Trail in the Tortolita Mountains!

Thanks for featuring us FOX 10 Phoenix! 🙌

Shout out to the trail team with Marana Parks & Recreation!

https://www.fox10phoenix.com/video/fmc-fyfb9vt2m3jwpw5x

We fly high above Marana to reveal the hidden gem of the Wild B***o Trail. Set against a backdrop of towering saguaros, this path offers a remote escape for those who want to experience the trail's motto. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Brian Kae has a look.

05/22/2026

It is time for your weekend event rundown for all things happening in and around Marana this holiday weekend.

Friday

·Marana Community Pop-up Market: Encantada in Gladden Farms is hosting its first community market featuring local artisans, vendors, food trucks, and more from 12 PM – 5 PM on May 22, 2026. 10300 W. Tangerine Rd.

Saturday

·Old Tucson Summer Night Market: Experience an eclectic array of arts, crafts, food vendors, and more during a summer evening through historic Main St. and Town Square at Old Tucson. 201 S. Kinney Rd.

Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2026

·Marana’s Veterans’ Cemetery Memorial Day Service: Join the community, fellow veterans, and active military members for the annual Memorial Day service at the Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery at Marana from 8 AM – 10 AM. 15950 N. Luckett Rd.

·Memorial Day Honorary Service at Marana Mortuary & Cemetery: Join as many come together to honor this special holiday with a ritual ceremony, presentation of colors, and wreath laying from 10 AM – 12 PM. 12146 West Barnett Rd.

·CORE Kitchen & Wine Bar: the final service at CORE is happening Monday, May 25, 2026. Dine where desert elegance meets culinary artistry with world-class wine, warm sophistication, and seasonally inspired dishes. 15000 N. Secret Springs Dr.

05/21/2026

Memorial Day Weekend in Marana

Join the Marana community this Memorial Day weekend as we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.

📍 Friday, May 22 | 8 AM

Volunteer Flag Placement
Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery at Marana
15950 N. Luckett Rd.

-Community volunteers are invited to help place American flags at the headstones of fallen Veterans ahead of Memorial Day services.

📍 Monday, May 25 | 8 AM – 10 AM

Memorial Day Ceremony
Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery at Marana
15950 N. Luckett Rd.

-Honor Guard
-National Anthem
-Guest speakers & Governor’s proclamation
-21-gun salute followed by Taps

📍 Monday, May 25 | 10 AM – 12 PM

Memorial Day Ceremony
Marana Mortuary & Cemetery
12146 W. Barnett Rd.

-Presentation of colors
-Wreath laying
-Rifle salute

Did you know? Marana was one of the first communities in Arizona to receive the Purple Heart Town designation and proudly continues to honor and support Veterans year-round. 💜

Town of Marana offices and the Marana Chamber of Commerce will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.