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Tucson Comic-Con 2025 Highlights

Welcome to Tucson Comic-Con sign

Since the first time Phillip and I attended Tucson Comic-Con a few years ago, the event has expanded to take over most of Tucson Convention Center and the adjoining Tucson Arena!

art activities with Poppin' Off

It now spans 3 days full of activities, including panels, fan group meetups, an art zone with free classes, scavenger hunts, costume contests, plus a grand ballroom dedicated to all kinds of gaming – giant board games, a free play arcade, puzzle competitions, role-playing games, and more.
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Honeycomb Color Story

Updated November 2025.
Originally published November 2020.

Lately, I can’t seem to ignore this charming yellow hue that’s a bit more orangey than mustard and more opaque than just plain honey. I’m calling it “honeycomb.”

You can find this sweet shade on artisan goods, as well as things you can make, wear, or eat.

Nectar in honeycomb. / Tree canopy reflected in fresh nectar. / Photo by Max Westby (CCL).

DREAMWEAVER LIGHT - STARBURST / Lampshade made-to-order by hand by Pop + Scott. / Similar DIY: <a href="https://vintagerevivals.com/diy-rope-wrapped-swag-light">rope-wrapped hanging lamp.</a>

Sol Collection picnic blankets with carrying straps by Nipomo. Hand woven by artisans in Mexico.

Jardin Majorelle, Morocco taken by Kelly Graham, during her 48 hours in Marrakech in 2013.

Peanut Butter Creamed Honey by True Love Honey, Tucson, Arizona.

1. Honeycomb with fresh nectar reflecting the tree canopy. Photo by Max Westby, a beekeeper and honey producer in Burgundy, France. (CCL)

2. Dreamweaver lampshade made-to-order by Pop + Scott, $715. / Similar DIY project: rope-wrapped hanging lamp.

3. Caminito picnic blanket, rolled up and ready to go, with leather carrying straps, $92. (Shown unfolded in the top/featured image.) / More picnic supplies
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All the Holiday Markets in Southern Arizona….

Made in Tucson Market booths set up along a blocked-off street

…that I could find!

After scouring the internet, soliciting suggestions, and searching down information spotted on banners and little roadside signs, I found around 100 upcoming pop-ups across a large swath of Arizona south of Picacho Peak.

Some are traditional holiday season markets and others are part of larger events or part of events that just happen to occur in November or December. Most of them are free. Many not only fundraise for the participating artists and crafters, but for other causes, community groups, schools, or organizations.

Where I could, I’ve included a few more details about what types of things you can find at the market and what other activities may be happening there. I tried to only include markets with handmade items for sale, but that’s not always clear.

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Happenings List: Oct/Nov/Dec 2025

It’s time for my seasonal Happenings List! This is my handpicked selection of intriguing goings-on throughout the state of Arizona, plus a handful of things you can join in ANYWHERE, like online workshops and worldwide observances.

Coatimundi in a tree
December 3 is World Coati Day! | Photo of a Mountain Coati in Colombia by iNaturalist user novvictan. CCL

As you peruse the list, watch for asterisks highlighting discounts, extras, and other goodies!

This time, it is a big list! It covers the Happenings for the rest of this year – running from Fall to fa-la-la-la!

And this isn’t even everything.
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Halloween Costumes for Dogs and Other Picky Pets!

One of the best things about Halloween is seeing ridiculously cute pet costumes!

grumpy dog wearing a flower collar
Via PetiteChicPooch reviewer

For those dogs who aren’t big fans of dressing up, here are 10+ ideas for costumes that should go on with minimal fuss and be comfortable for them to wear. You can find them all on Etsy! (I may earn affiliate commission from links in this post.)

Corgi puppy wearing prince costume and looking very sincere.
Via MIYOPET reviewer

There’s something here for even the most costume-adverse canine! Some will even work for cats. For those of you with multiple pets, I’ve included some “pack ideas” of group costumes for the whole crew.

chihuahuas wearing silly crab costumes
Via LilbruBoutique

Don’t have a pet? Check out Etsy’s Halloween guide to find costumes for adults and kids too!
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