Tucson 250 Birthday Celebration Event: Summer Night Market

Tucson 250+ is a year-long celebration honoring over 4,000 years of history, heritage, and culture in Tucson and Pima County. This milestone commemorates the 250th anniversary of Presidio San Agustín del Tucson in 1775 and recognizes how its foundation shaped Tucson’s trajectory and how that influence continues today. The plus (+) honors the Indigenous people and diverse communities that shaped the region long before and after its founding.

This anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the intersection of hope, resilience, and human endeavor—both among those who sought to establish a new frontier and those whose lives were deeply tied to the land. Tucson 250+ includes events throughout 2025, leading up to a major celebration on August 23, 2025, at the Presidio Museum—the birthplace of modern Tucson. This website is a place to find event details.

The Tucson 250+ website is made possible through a collaboration between the City of Tucson, Pima County, the Tucson-Pima County Historical Commission, the Arizona Historical Society, Los Descendientes de Tucson, the Tucson Museum of Art, the Presidio Museum, the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum, and the Vail Preservation Society.

Join us in celebrating the rich history and diverse culture of Tucson and the surrounding region!

On July 25, Aug 29, Sept 26 the District will fill with vendors, food trucks and music for some nighttime fun. Shop, eat and support over 65+ local merchants at Tucson’s only Public Market.

Public Markets are fundamental to the history of Tucson’s merchant and agricultural economy. The District is located along the Santa Cruz River, home of Tucson’s birthplace.

Go to Celebrate Tucson 250+ for full calendar of events.