Tucson Live Music This Weekend (Feb 13

Tucson Live Music This Weekend (Feb 13–19) | Local Shows & Food Bank Fundraiser

Friday, February 13 – Thursday, February 19

If you’re searching for Tucson live music this weekend, you picked a great one. From Valentine’s Day shows and Mardi Gras celebrations to a Community Food Bank fundraiser at The Hut, local musicians are bringing heart, soul, and serious energy to stages all across town.

Whether you’re planning date night, gathering friends, or just looking for something fun to do, Tucson live music this weekend offers something for every vibe — from afternoon acoustic sets to late-night rock shows.

Center Stage: Community Food Bank Fundraiser at The Hut

Saturday, February 14 | 2:00–7:00 PM | Free Show | All Ages

This Saturday at The Hut, local musicians are coming together for a Valentine’s Day show that’s about more than music.

Bryan Dean Trio, Doc Holladay and Clay Brown, Rickshaw and the Ruckus, and Harmony Punks will all take the stage for an afternoon of sing-along songs “in the key of love.”

The show is free and open to all ages, and Rickshaw is encouraging food donations to support the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. This Community Food Bank fundraiser is one of the most meaningful highlights of Tucson live music this weekend, bringing together artists and audiences to support our neighbors while celebrating live music.

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If you’re choosing just one event from Tucson live music this weekend, this is the one that combines community, heart, and great local talent.

Friday, February 13 Highlights

Friday night alone shows why Tucson live music this weekend continues to thrive — multiple venues, multiple genres, and nonstop local talent across the city.

Corey Spector performs his “Afternoon Before Valentine’s Friday” set at The Views Patio at OV Sun City Vistoso, setting the tone early for the weekend.

As the evening picks up, Kevin of KT Klassics takes the stage at Noble Hops, while Soul Essential performs at El Rio Golf Course.

Downtown and beyond, The AmoSphere brings their signature sound to the St. Philips Plaza stage, Organic Funk Alliance lights up Big Bad Wolf, and Ruta Verbena kicks off Valentine’s Weekend at Monterey Court.

STEVIE B’s Friday Nite Jam Party keeps the jam scene alive, VFW Post 9972 presents US Too, and Surly Wench Pub welcomes Tim Cappello of The Lost Boys for a special Friday the 13th show.

With this many local shows happening in one night, Friday sets the stage perfectly for the rest of Tucson live music this weekend.

Saturday, February 14 – Valentine’s Weekend Local Shows

Beyond the Hut fundraiser with Sing-a-long songs in the key of love headline the weekend, while Love on Tap, there is no shortage of Valentine’s-themed live music.

Dash Pocket at BlackRock Brewers, Santa Pachita at Corbett’s, On The Rocks: Amped and On Tap 2nd Saturdays, and The Coolers at Monterey Court keep the evening full of options.

Later into the night, YOUR MOM’s HOUSE goes WENDIGO, La música de los APSON en español, and Love & Rhythm at Tesoro Latin Kitchen and Cantina offer late-night energy.

No matter your plans, Tucson live music this weekend makes it easy to build a night around local talent.

Sunday, February 15

Sunday keeps the momentum going with Bryan Dean Trio at Ventana Canyon, TKMA Sunday Jam with Ron Pandy, Acoustic Songwriters at Catalina Brewing, Cochise County All-Stars, Kevin Pakulis Sunday Session, The Brassanovas at Big Bad Wolf, Bonidanza at Patagonia Lumber Company, and Black Cat Bones.

If you enjoy relaxed Sunday afternoons with great local shows, this lineup delivers.

Mardi Gras & Midweek Music

Tuesday, February 17

Barnaby and Butcher celebrate Mardi Gras at The Parish, with Bryan Dean Trio performing at the Parish during Fat Tuesday festivities. Dropped by Birds also join the Mardi Gras celebration that evening at Monterey Court.

It’s a lively midweek reason to get out and experience Tucson’s local music scene.

Wednesday & Thursday Local Shows

Wednesday brings Funky Bonz at Union Public House and Eric Schaffer & the Other Troublemakers later in the evening.

Thursday features Songwriters Central – Tucson & Touring Artists and The Bennu – Live & Free at T&B Downtown, giving music fans one more round of live performances before the next weekend begins.

If you’re still looking for more Tucson live music this weekend or planning ahead for the week, there are always additional events listed on our full calendar.