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The partnership between Oro Valley Marketplace and Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance continues with this community-minded event that celebrates Southern Arizona On March 30 & 31, the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) and the Oro Valley Marketplace, in partnership with the Town of Oro Valley and sponsored by Pima Federal Credit Union, continues their series of arts experiences with the annual Spring Festival of the Arts. This FREE two day festival will feature over 150 local artists selling a variety of unique art pieces ranging in style from hand blown glass and delicately carved wooden statues to intricately woven shawls and towering metal saguaros. Attendees can also enjoy the inaugural Acoustic Traditions Band Contest on Saturday, which will feature 5 local bands battling it out for $700 in cash prizes and a chance to play at the 2020 Marana Bluegrass Festival. Sunday will also featured a full line up of live performances and guests can enjoy an array of food trucks and plenty of exciting free art activities for the whole family throughout the weekend.
"Southern Arizona is rich with extraordinary talent and passion," says SAACA Executive Director, Kate Marquez. "As Tucson's creative industries continue to develop, these festivals are a natural way to cultivate continued growth within the community. The arts encompass a broad spectrum of our local economy, and SAACA is dedicated to investing in their advancement." Live Entertainment Schedule: SATURDAY MARCH 30 Acoustic Traditions Band Contest Presented by SAACA and the Desert Bluegrass Association 11 AM – 11:30 AM Southern Comfort Band (Tucson, AZ) 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Nick and Luke (Baltimore, MD / New York, NY) 12:30 PM – 1 PM Copper Wren (Tucson, AZ) 1:15 PM – 2:45 PM Grupo Riken (Tucson, AZ) 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Fair Black Rose (Chandler, AZ) 4:00 PM Awards Announcement SUNDAY MARCH 31 10:45 AM – 11:15 Celtic Steps School of Irish Dance 11:30 AM – 12 PM Tucson Chinese Cultural Center (Featuring a traditional Lion Dance, Yo-Yo Showcase, and Chinese Fashion Show) 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM Saguaro Stompers Clog Dance Company 1 PM – 1:30 PM Lajkonik Polish Dance Group 1:45 – 2:45 Incidental Bluegrass 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Ballet Folklorico Tapatio What to Expect at the Event:
Spring Festival of the Arts When: Saturday, March 24, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday March 25, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Where: Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ 85737 Cost: Free Admission Online: www.saaca.org Phone: (520) 797-3959 Note to Media: Photos Available Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to promote engagement in arts and culture, helping our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for all ages. The Region’s Largest Holiday Celebration of Arts and Community Returns to Oro Valley in 201811/14/2018
The Holiday Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting Celebration brings two days of outstanding art, live music, interactive creative experiences, delicious food, and so much more for this anticipated holiday celebration. Join the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance and the Town of Oro Valley as they partner to present the largest community celebration of arts and culture in Southern Arizona on December 1 and 2, 2018 at the Oro Valley Marketplace. For two days, the community has an opportunity to experience a vast array of arts and creative experiences, themed for the holidays.
The Oro Valley Holiday Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting Celebration is the true essence of creative placemaking, cultivating the arts as an essential part of Oro Valley’s identity. The two-day festival is one of Southern Arizona’s largest community arts celebrations, with over 150 artisans, over 30 performances by student and local musicians, family arts activities, food trucks, the TUBACHRISTMAS holiday play-along, an appearance by Santa and endless photo opportunities! Festivities culminate in the lighting of the Oro Valley holiday tree at 6 p.m. on December 2. The festival brings the community together, stimulates the local economy, enhances surrounding businesses, and provides opportunities for local artists to promote their work. SAACA, in partnership with the Town of Oro Valley and the Vestar Oro Valley Marketplace, produce the event, which is sponsored by local businesses and organizations. ARTS & CRAFTS Browse over 150 artisans to find that perfect one-of-a kind gift for your family and friends. Only one week after Thanksgiving, the Oro Valley Marketplace is transformed into a holiday marketplace complete with handmade craft artisans from around the world. This is your antidote to the big-box madness of holiday shopping. By bringing together craft artists of the highest caliber all under one roof , the Holiday Festival of Arts is a one-stop holiday shopping opportunity for unique, handmade gifts in a range of prices for men, women, and children. FEATURED ART EXPERIENCE During the festival Sonoran Glass School will be using their mobile glassblowing studio to demonstrate how sand, heat, and tools all come together to create wonderful pieces of glass art. Event-goers can watch the action unfold in front of them and participate through a safe and guided experience. For $20, participants can make their own holiday ornament alongside an instructor. They apply color to the glass and use their own breath to shape the ornament. HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING The crowning moment of the festival will take place on Saturday evening, when the 35-foot holiday tree towering over the Marketplace is lit at 6:00 PM. The Tree Lighting Celebration will begin at 3:00 PM on Saturday and will feature live entertainment from local students, activities for children, free refreshments, cookie decorating, and a special appearance by Santa! TUBACHRISTMAS Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 2 PM TUBACHRISTMAS is a music concert held in cities worldwide that celebrates those who play, teach, and compose music for instruments in the tuba family, including the tuba, sousaphone, baritone, and euphonium. Join over 100 euphoniums at TUBACHRISTMAS at the Festival of the Arts. 2018 is the 45th anniversary for TUBACHRISTMAS concerts/events which are presented throughout the world. TUBACHRISTMAS was conceived in 1974 by Harvey Phillips as a tribute to his teacher and mentor William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day, 1902, and is coordinated locally by University of Arizona Assistant Professor of Tuba and Euphonium, Matt Tropman. FOOD VENDORS The Festival of the Arts features food trucks and vendors in a variety of genres. Whether you’re looking for a festival staple like spiced and roasted nuts, deep fried twinkies, or a classic BBQ sandwich, the Festival of the Arts is the place to be for holiday favorites. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ALL WEEKEND The festival features a full weekend of live performances on the festival main stage! Saturday, December 1 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Desert Melodies 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM Mariachi Rayos del Sol 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Wilson Elementary and Middle School Choirs 12:30 PM – 12:50 PM Painted Sky Elementary Choir 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Team Dance 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM TUBACHRISTMAS 3:00 PM Santa’s Arrival 3:10 PM Opening Remarks 3:30 PM – 3:50 PM Kids Unlimited 4:00 PM - 4:20 pm Tucson Girls Chorus 4:30 PM - 4:50 PM Cross Middle School Choir 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM Canyon del Oro Choir 5:30 PM Carolers lead audience from stage to tree 6:00 PM Tree Lighting with Santa Sunday, December 2 10 AM - 10:45 AM Tommy Tucker 11 AM - 11:45 AM Lauren Lawson 12 PM - 12:45 PM Camerata Sonora 1 PM - 1:45 PM Celtic Steps School of Irish Dance 2 PM - 2:45 PM Coronado Middle School Choir 3 PM - 3:45 PM Saguaro Stompers Clog Dance Company CHALK ART Sponsored by the Town of Oro Valley, the festival will feature holiday-themed custom murals from local artists, Marisa Salazar and Wesley Fawcett Creigh, located in front of the Walmart and Century Theaters. ECONOMIC IMPACT Community festivals are key to supporting local economic development, a stronger sense of place, and are key to building thriving communities throughout the world. The arts are, indeed, a significant segment of the economy, with complex linkages throughout. The generated economic activity of arts festivals like the Holiday Festival of the Arts and Oro Valley Tree Lighting Celebration has a significant, positive impact on the local economy. The local tourism and hospitality industries and local businesses see a direct benefit which creates a chain of economic activity that is measurable. Cultural activities are an important component of quality of life. The arts add to our lives in many intangible ways as well as contributing positively to our economy as a whole. NOTE TO MEDIA: Photos available About Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to ensure that, through engagement in arts and culture, our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for all ages. The partnership between Oro Valley Marketplace and Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance continues with this community-minded event that celebrates Southern Arizona On March 24 & 25th, the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) and the Oro Valley Marketplace, in partnership with the Town of Oro Valley, continues their series of arts experiences with the annual Spring Festival of the Arts. The weekend will feature the talents of local artists and musicians and will include a full schedule of entertainment. The event will also feature local, popular culinary food-fare, and a visit from the Easter Bunny!
"Southern Arizona is rich with extraordinary talent and passion," says SAACA Executive Director, Kate Marquez. "As Tucson's creative industries continue to develop, these festivals are a natural way to cultivate continued growth within the community. The arts encompass a broad spectrum of our local economy, and SAACA is dedicated to investing in their advancement." Live Entertainment Schedule: SATURDAY MARCH 24 10:30am - 11:00am Young MacDonald (Fiddle Duo) 11:15am - 12:15pm Red Clay Trio (Jazz) 12:30pm - 1:00pm Southern Comfort Band (Bluegrass) 1:15pm - 1:45pm Cameron Hood (Pop/Folk Singer-Songwriter) 2:00pm - 2:30pm Doc Rolland and the Mountain View Fiddlers (American Fiddle Ensemble) 2:45pm - 3:15pm Lauren Lawson (Pop Singer-Songwriter) 3:30pm - 4:30pm Maxx Staxx (Classic Rock / Blues) SUNDAY MARCH 25 10:30am - 11:15am Squirrelly Dan & the Cat Mountain Rounders (Old-Time Fiddle) 11:30am - 12:15pm Second Wind (Classic Rock) 12:30pm - 1:00pm Freddy Parish (Country/Old-Time) 1:15pm - 1:45pm Kids Unlimited (Dance) 2:00pm - 2:30pm Arizona Balalaika Orchestra (Russian Folk Music) 2:45pm - 3:30pm Dust Devils (Bluegrass) Family Activities: Both days will feature a full lineup of family fun, including photo-op with Easter Bunny, basket weaving, face painting, paper flower making, kids' flower planting experience, jumping castles and other art experiences. Food Vendors: A variety of food will be available for attendees, including The Culinary Graduate, Smokin' Oak Meat Co, Jozarelli's Italian Street Food, Kettlicious, Hogg Doggs, Fiesta Filipina, The Sweet Dough Co, and Jackie's Food Court. There is no cost to attend the event. Spring Festival of the Arts When: Saturday, March 24, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday March 25, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Where: Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ 85737 Cost: Free Admission Online: www.saaca.org Phone: (520) 797-3959 Note to Media: Photos Available Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to promote engagement in arts and culture, helping our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for all ages. The Exceptional Turnout is a Big Win for the Arts as well as Oro Valley's Local Economy The popularity of this large scale arts event continues to grow. The Oro Valley Marketplace hosted an estimated 30,000 visitors over two days this past weekend, December 2nd & 3rd, for the Holiday Festival of the Arts and Oro Valley Tree Lighting Celebration, setting a record for attendance at the much anticipated annual event.
The event is the largest arts festival in the region and features over 150 artisans, exhibitors and food vendors. More than 250 local student performers took to the main stage over the course of the weekend to entertain guests. More than 2,000 visitors gathered to see TUBACHRISTMAS perform this year which featured over 60 tubas playing holiday favorites, under the direction of Assistant Professor of Tuba and Euphonium at the University of Arizona, Matt Tropman. Five original chalk art murals were created by local artists at the event, underwritten by the Town of Oro Valley, in addition to an interactive family chalk art activity. Various children's activities were included in the event, such as crafts, cookie decorating and a visit with Santa. The event culminated with the Oro Valley Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday evening, drawing approximately 7,000 attendees. "This incredible event would not be possible without our partnership with the Town of Oro Valley, the Oro Valley Marketplace, as well as our sponsors, particularly Pima Federal Credit Union who sponsored the Tree Lighting," says SAACA Executive Director, Kate Marquez. "The partnership is evidence of the Town's dedication to the advancement of arts and culture in our region." Community festivals are key to supporting local economic development, a stronger sense of place, and are key to building thriving communities throughout the world. The economic activity generated by arts festivals like the Holiday Festival of the Arts and Oro Valley Tree Lighting Celebration have a significant, positive impact on the local economy. The local tourism and hospitality industries and local businesses see a direct benefit and creates a chain of economic activity that is measurable. Cultural activities are an important component of quality of life. The arts add to our lives in many intangible ways as well as contributing positively to our economy as a whole. NOTE TO MEDIA: Photos available About Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to ensure that, through engagement in arts and culture, our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for all ages. For more information about programs and events produced by the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance please visit www.saaca.org. All proceeds from the festival benefit the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance's community place-making, arts education, and healthcare & arts programs. Join the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance and the Town of Oro Valley for the largest community celebration of the Arts in Southern Arizona on December 2 & 3, 2017 at the Oro Valley Marketplace.
The Oro Valley Holiday Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting Celebration is the true essence of Creative Placemaking, cultivating the arts as an essential part of Oro Valley’s identity. The two-day festival is one of Southern Arizona’s largest community arts celebrations, with over 150 artisans, over 30 performances by student and local musicians, family arts activities, food trucks, and the TUBACHRISTMAS holiday play-along. Festivities culminate in the lighting of the Oro Valley holiday tree. The festival brings the community together, stimulates the local economy, enhances surrounding non-arts businesses, and provides opportunities for local artists to promote their work. SAACA, in partnership with the Town of Oro Valley and the Vestar Oro Valley Marketplace, produce the event, which is sponsored by local businesses and organizations. ARTS & CRAFTS Browse over 150 artisans to find that perfect one-of-a kind gift for your family & friends. Only one week after Thanksgiving, the Oro Valley Marketplace is transformed into a holiday marketplace complete with handmade craft artisans from around the world. This is your antidote to the big-box madness of holiday shopping. By bringing together craft artists of the highest caliber all under one roof, the Holiday Festival of Arts is a one-stop holiday shopping opportunity for unique, handmade gifts in a range of prices for men, women, and children. HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING The crowning moment of the festival will take place on Saturday evening, when the 35-foot Holiday tree towering over the Marketplace is lit at 6 p.m.. The celebration will feature live entertainment from local students, activities for children, free refreshments and cookie decorating, and a special appearance by Santa! TUBACHRISTMAS Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 2pm TUBACHRISTMAS is a music concert held in cities worldwide that celebrates those who play, teach, and compose music for instruments in the tuba family, including the tuba, sousaphone, baritone, and euphonium. Join over 100 euphoniums at TUBACHRISTMAS at the Festival of the Arts on Oro Valley on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 2 pm. 2017 is the 44th anniversary for TUBACHRISTMAS concerts/events which are presented throughout the world. TUBACHRISTMAS was conceived in 1974 by Harvey Phillips as a tribute to his teacher and mentor William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day, 1902. FOOD VENDORS The Festival of the Arts features food trucks, and vendors in a variety of genres. Whether your looking for a festival staple like spiced and roasted nuts, deep fried twinkies, or a classic BBQ sandwich, the Festival of the Arts is the place to be for Holiday favorites. LIVE MUSIC The festival features over 30 performances on the festival main stage! Catalina Community Chorus, Canyon Del Oro Canyon Singers, Saddlebrooke Winds & Strings, BC Dance, Team Dance / Jazzercise, Coronado K-8, Tuba Christmas, Saguaro Stompers Clog Dance, Painted Sky Elementary, Wilson Elementary, Wilson Middle, Tucson Girls Chorus, IRHS, Cross Middle School, Noethan But Jazz, Kids Unlimited, Ocotillo Rain & Thunder. Official schedule coming soon. CHALK ART Sponsored by the Town of Oro Valley, the festival will feature multiple Holiday themed custom murals, from local artists, as well as a community participation mural, where families can get involved in the fun, and create their own custom mural. ECONOMIC IMPACT Community festivals are key to supporting local economic development, a stronger sense of place, and are key to building thriving communities throughout the world. The arts are, indeed, a significant segment of the economy, with complex linkages throughout. The generated economic activity of arts festival like the Holiday Festival of the Arts and Oro Valley Tree Lighting Celebration have a significant, positive impact on the local economy. The local tourism and hospitality industries and local businesses see a direct benefit and creates a chain of economic activity that is measurable. Cultural activities are an important component of quality of life. The arts add to our lives in many intangible ways as well as contributing positively to our economy as a whole. NOTE TO MEDIA: Photos available Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to ensure that, through engagement in arts and culture, our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for all ages. |
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