A handy guide for Music, Art + Culture events & things to do this week in Bisbee, Arizona
Burnerella, Alice in Bisbeeland, Mile High Festival Weekend
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This is one of Bisbee’s most action-packed weekends all year! We have Alice in Bisbeeland, a whole town cosplay of “Alice in Wonderland,” complete with Tea Party Friday night at the Bisbee Royale and Beheading of the Queen of Hearts Saturday night in the Gulch. This weekend is also Burnerella, a Burning-Man-inspired Festival at the Jonquil Motel, which also intersects with the 5th Annual Mile High Festival at the Jonquil Motel, which features TWO days of music, Saturday and Sunday. And Sunday is Easter! So get your bunny-stoner-steam-punk-meets-alice-in-wonderland garb and have some fun this weekend!
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Tuesday April 15 – Tax Day!
Industry Day at Bisbee Grand – discounts for all hospitality workers
A Craft Group is at Electric Brewing Bring knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, etc. 1 pm weekly
Couple of Wanders aka Faith Kelly and Caswyn Moon return to Bisbee for a string of shows. They are from the Catskills and on a 6-week tour to promote Faith’s new album “Halfway Decent.” https://faithkelly.bandcamp.com/ Gene’s Place 5 – 8 pm
Brian Mullin’s Foolaloof is a Spontaneous Sonic Exotica featuring Lisle Ellis, T.S. Henry Webb, John Cordes, Adam Smolen and Michael Gregory Bisbee Grand 6 – 9 pm.
LiTuesday at Hitching Post hosted by Mike Montoya – 6-ish to 9 – sign up to perform or just relax and listen
Free pool at St Elmo
Weds April 16
Leather Tooling at the Senior Center every Weds 10 am – noon
Couple of Wanders aka Faith Kelly and Caswyn Moon return to Bisbee for a string of shows. They are from the Catskills and on a 6-week tour to promote Faith’s new album “Halfway Decent.” https://faithkelly.bandcamp.com/ Allen & Co. Coffee noon – 2 pm
Spanish Language Group meets at Electric Brewing 4 – 6 pm
Short Notice (Derek Dickson, David Dean, Scott Muhelman) play every Weds 3 – 6 pm Gene’s Place followed by FPI (Fatigo Pop-In). Mike Montoya plays quirky original tunes to top off your hump day- a potential “pop-in” by Fatigo band mates is highly probable 7 – 10 pm
Jam Night at the Bisbee Grand 6-10ish – bring your ax, sticks, and picks, and play with a gaggle of Bisbee’s best musicians but players of all levels are welcome and encouraged to sign up for a 20-minute slot. Full drum kit, keyboard, and amp backline (usually a guitar and bass you can borrow, too).
Board Game Night at the Room 4 Bar/Silver King Hotel 7 – 10 pm – don’t be bored – play a board game!
Thursday April 17
Tonky Honk (Timothy Dick, Sam Panther, Mikey DeCosta, Jess Pruitt) play funky country St. Elmo 2 – 4:30
Arizona Commission on the Arts Community Conversation 3 pm Central School Project. Come discuss what the arts mean to you and your family, how the arts make our community feel like home and how the State of Arizona can help our community realize its full creative potential!
Karaoke with Josh 7 pm plus impromptu birthday party for Eli Beach and Mats Starr! A “Weird Shoe party with champagne and cheesecake Hitching Post
“Family Day” at Thirsty Lizard with Kid’s Karaoke 6:30 – 7:30 and Stargazer Karaoke 8 – 11 pm
Live Band Karaoke – sing your favorite hits whilst an all-star band backs you up, hosted by Miss Sonia Allen Bisbee Grand 7 pm
Royale Movie Night with A Couple of Wanderers! We never did a show like this before and would love to get the word out! Music at 5, Abandon’s Pit at 7, Walk Away at 9 starring Faith Kelly https://www.facebook.com/events/1667285394139724
Mike Montoya plays jazzy pop originals and fun covers Room 4 Bar/Silver King 7:30 pm for Local’s Night drink specials with local ID https://spoti.fi/3ygGFod
Bowling for Dildos at St Elmo 9-11 pm – a Bisbee tradition!
Burnerella at the Jonquil Thursday – Sunday https://www.burnerella.com/schedule
Friday April 18
Painting with Mary at the Senior Center noon – 2 pm
Matt Felix plays covers and originals Copper Queen Hotel 5 – 8 pm
Karaoke at Electric Brewing 6 pm
Us Too at Gay 90s every 1st and 3rd Friday at 7:00 featuring Stevie Peavey and Michael Matranga playing a mix of blues, oldies, jazz and more to rock the house.
Talented young guitarist Ian Martinez shreds at Gene’s Place 7 – 9:30 pm
Alice in Bisbeeland Official Mad Tea Party 6 – 11 pm Bisbee Royale. Come in costume, celebrate your Unbirthday in style. With music from Lolly Bombs 7 pm Moramarco! 8 pm Exbats 9 pm Big Dick 10 pm. $10 General Admission $20 includes rail seat and tea tickets $30 VIP tickets are sold out!! https://bit.ly/madteapartybisbee
Couple of Wanders aka Faith Kelly and Caswyn Moon return to Bisbee for a string of shows. They are from the Catskills and on a 6-week tour to promote Faith’s new album “Halfway Decent.” https://faithkelly.bandcamp.com/ Bisbee Grand 8 – 11 pm
DJ Matty spins up trouble on the Room 4 Bar/Silver King Hotel patio 9 pm
Karaoke with Dave St Elmo 9 pm – 1 am
Gypsy Piano Blues 4 – 7 pm Gene’s Place
Chris Baron plays country rock Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight https://spoti.fi/3xjkvRJ
Burnerella at the Jonquil Thursday – Sunday https://www.burnerella.com/schedule
Saturday April 19
Bisbee Community Market 9-1 pm in Warren Vista Park Vendors of locally produced food, artists, collectibles, and live music from Pat Panther. Come out to enjoy our beautiful year round climate and support the community! Plus annual Earth Day Clothing Exchange 9 am – 1 pm.
Chess Club meets every Saturday 10 am – noon at Copper Queen Library. All levels welcome, boards and pieces provided.
Stephen E Lee plays country music at Mad Cow Company 34B Brewery Ave noon https://spoti.fi/4ihoX5j
The Carrick Hotel is hosting an Easter Celebration on Saturday, April 19th, and the whole community is welcome to join. We’re bringing together families, pet lovers, and foodies for a day of springtime fun. Photos with the Easter Bunny, Pet Easter Fashion Show (1 pm), and Cookie Bake -Off. See featured event at top of email for more info. 39 Howell Ave. https://www.thecarrick.com
Tournament style Texas hold ’em poker game weekly on Saturdays at 1 pm. $10 buy in. Come have some fun at Electric Brewing.
Mile High Festival “Pre-Roll” Party at Jonquil Motel 12 – 8 pm. $15 suggested donation. Noon – moon rock c 1pm – amelia doll 2pm – jason dea west 3pm – worlds clyde 4pm – juniper djinn 5pm – fatigo bzb
6pm – moonlight beach club 7pm – lolly bombs
Out of the Blue perform jazz, funk, psychedelic, and blues every Saturday at Bisbee Social Club 2 – 5 pm
Los Amigos play their “friend”-ly mix of classic rock and Latin covers every Saturday at Copper Queen Hotel 4 – 7 pm
Grand Burlesque presents Varietea Party Bisbee Grand 2 – 5 pm
Badass Bicycle Day Bash with Lolly Bombs, Big Dick, Bucky Mills, Couple of Wanderers Bisbee Badassery noon – 4:20 pm Grab a bite while we rock the afternoon away!
Get crunk with 20 Foot Neon Jesus at the Bisbee Royale 7 pm https://spoti.fi/3T2GPHu
Jason Dea West & The Siskiyou Crest plus Gypsy Jazz from Juniper Djinn at the Bisbee Grand 8 – 11 pm https://spoti.fi/3I9jJIU
Rockus play classic rock St Elmo 9 – 1 am plus Alice in Bisbeeland costume contest midnight with prizes
Alice in Bisbeeland Main Event: The Beheading of the Queen of Hearts. Gather in Brewery Gulch next to Old Bisbee Brewing Company starting at 8 pm. DJ Gidzilla, stilt walkers and fire dancers culminating in the beheading. Kenny Bang Bang asks the crowd to shout “Off With Her Head!” as he whips out his Samurai sword.
Trivia with Kristine Levine and Gary Lucy Hitching Post 8 pm
Alice in Bisbeeland-themed Drag Night with Jessica Michaels 9 pm Gene’s Place
Couple of Wanders aka Faith Kelly and Caswyn Moon return to Bisbee for a string of shows. They are from the Catskills and on a 6-week tour to promote Faith’s new album “Halfway Decent.” https://faithkelly.bandcamp.com/ Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight
Daniele Panther and Beca Reyes team up for originals and covers 3 – 5 pm followed by
Jazzy Americana from Aurelia Ann Cohen https://spoti.fi/3Ng40KU on the patio at Room 4 Bar in Silver King Hotel 7-10 pm
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Sunday April 20 – Easter Sunday & 4/20!
Sunday Service with 20 Foot Neon Jesus at the Bisbee Royale 10 am https://spoti.fi/3T2GPHu
Easter Egg Hunt for the children at Warren Ballpark 1 – 3 pm hosted by the Bisbee Fire Dept.
Gypsy jazz from Juniper Djinn at Earl’s Cafe in the Warner Hotel 10 am – noon https://spoti.fi/48ucd6b
Us Too featuring Stephanie Peavey and Michael Matranga bring you 40s jazz to contemporary music Bisbee Badassery 1 – 4 pm
Alice in Easterland at the Hitching Post 2 – 6 pm hosted by 20 Foot Neon Jesus, with potluck, Jello Wrestling and DJ LeFreak
Jazz Notables at St Elmo 2:30 pm for “Church”
5th Annual Mile High Festival at Jonquil Motel 12 – 6 pm $15 suggested donation 12PM – Christa Leigh 12:30pm – edibles rex 1pm – Faith kelly & caswyn moon 2pm – alex wilkerson 3pm – moramarco! 4pm – tapestries 5pm – melIssa reaves
Mile High Rave at Main St Bistro on the patio 2 – 10 pm, taco bowls, roast pig, vegan options DJ ZigZag, DJ Frosty Dubs
Soul Medicine, local acoustic/electric trio plus potluck Electric Brewing 2 – 5 pm
Gypsy Piano Blues 4 – 7 pm Gene’s Place
Bisbee Hall-of-famer and member of The Flock TS Henry Webb plays the Bisbee Grand 2 – 5 pm https://www.reverbnation.com/tshenrywebb
Monday April 21
Manic Mondays at the Bisbee Grand $1 wings $5 margaritas
Classic Movie Monday at Thirsty Lizard all day- Free Popcorn! (*upon availability)
3-ball pool tournaments at Hitching Post 6 – 9 pm $1 buy-in
Gay 90s Open Mic presented by Soul Medicine 7pm every Monday
Open Mic at St Elmo. 8 pm Hosted by Shantih Nicechops, one lucky performer wins what’s in the tip jar!
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Bitchin’ Pickins’ Bisbee located in the historic Brewery Gulch is your one-stop shop for vintage and antique clothes, gifts and home goods! Open Thursday through Sunday 10-4 and by appointment, you’ll always find something surprising at Bitchin’ Pickins’! 63 BC Brewery Ave, 360-904-3843
Bisbee Computers & Music (520) 432-9090 1326 W Hwy 92 Unit 4 Bisbee, AZ 85603. Upgrade your “non-supported” Windows 10 to Windows 11 for $80, out the door! 24 Hour turn around!
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Also coming soon:
Calliope Women’s Art & Music Festival May 10
Bisbee Pride June 13 – 15 https://bisbeeprideaz.com/
Bisbee Pirate Weekend August 8 – 10 https://www.bisbeepirateweekend.com/
This Week in Bisbee Useful Links
More City Events including Copper Queen Library education and wellness events for adults and kids: https://www.bisbeeaz.gov/2351/Events
For a complete list of Senior Center activities email activities@bisbeeseniors.org
Bisbee Science Lab www.bisbeesciencelab.org
Discover Bisbee Arizona – the official website of Bisbee https://www.discoverbisbee.com/
BisbeeAZ.com https://bisbeeaz.com/
Queen Mine tour and reservations: https://www.copperqueenmine.com/
The Bisbee Observer – our local newspaper – subscribe today! https://thebisbeeobserver.com/
Bisbee Enclave: Online directory of businesses in Bisbee: https://bisbeeenclave.com/
Forever Bisbee Blog: https://foreverbisbee.com/
Bisbee Wire – Bisbee financials, left-leaning politics http://bisbeewire.com/
Bisbee Bikeways newsletter – https://mailchi.mp/8458a3bc2425/project-update-16196387?e=[UNIQID]
Bisbee Monthly Calendar Section https://thisweekinbisbee.com/monthly-bisbee-event-calendars/
Health & Wellness, Beauty: https://thisweekinbisbee.com/health-wellness-listings/
ETC
Have some personal papers you want to see shredded? Old tax info, credit card and bank statements, medical records? Bring them to the SHED-IT SHRED-IT event on Saturday, May 10 from 9am to noon at the Ace parking lot on Naco Highway. The suggested $10 per box donation covers the cost of getting the shredding truck to Bisbee, with the remainder of the donation supporting Bisbee Community Chorus expenses. Volunteers also accept eyeglasses for recycling and samples of toiletries to pass on to local shelters. Sorry – no electronics or pills this time.
Central School Project invites area artists to create and enter art that considers and answers to the current state of our politics and culture. We request that your work be new!
All mediums welcome. Contact us if you want to create an installation piece.
Show opens Friday May 9 and runs through May 25 more info: https://www.centralschoolproject.org/post/art-action
Lollie Yancey, the President of the Arizona Gourd Society, will present an educational program on gourd art at the Bisbee Woman’s Club on Thursday, April 24 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
“Gourds Can Be Anything” will address the history of how gourds have been used over the centuries for everything from food storage, musical instruments, décor and more! She will discuss where and how gourds are grown and will bring examples of raw gourds as well as finished art pieces. A successful gourd artist, Lollie will explain the variety of disciplines in crafting art gourds and will demonstrate a simple technique. The program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. We look forward to your company. The Bisbee Woman’s Club is located at 7 Ledge Avenue in Old Bisbee, at the intersection of Cross and Ledge Streets.
The Royale is looking for fresh, independent films to project onto our 18-foot screen at Club Royale every weekend in May. Shorts and features, documentaries and narratives, live action and animated, from in-state or around the world. Even music videos! We can’t wait to show Bisbee what you’ve got! https://filmfreeway.com/RoyaleFilmFestival
Tea Service at Nam Sen Studio Every Sunday from 10 am – 2 pm. Asian style tea, treats and small bites. Reserve online at namsenstudio.com
B-Active Shuttle in Old Bisbee Book your shuttle here: https://bactivebisbee.com/bisbee-runner/
Coyote Shuttle M-F: 7p-2a All day Sat/Sun 520-366-2435 serving all of Bisbee
Bisbee Fiber Arts Guild is a cooperative of weavers, spinners, knitters and other artisans. We are located in the basement of the YWCA, at 26 Howell Ave. The public may visit our work studio and fiber arts shop from 10:00 to 4:00 , Fridays – Mondays from October through May. For more info visit http://bisbeefiberarts.com/
Bridge club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Senior Center 10 am. We are always looking for new members. Beginners welcome. Lessons given.
1st & 3rd Thursdays 10a-12p WAM! We are Moms, a community of moms learning and growing together! An opportunity to build your mom tribe with a dedicated two hours of discussion and crafts -with- childcare! And snacks! (for kids AND moms) @ The Community Church of Warren, 201 Arizona St Bisbee (Not a religious group)|
LADIES’ NIGHT CLOTHING EXCHANGE Wednesdays at St Elmo. Come in and trade your old clothes or just pick something out for a donation. Donations will be given to the woman’s shelter in Bisbee.
The Stepping Back in Time Walking Tour with historian Boyd Nicholl will take you through the streets of Bisbee while sharing the community’s history. The tour starts at the Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum building stairs each Saturday at 2:00 pm and is limited to 12 guests. https://bit.ly/BMHMWalkingTours
Lonnie Mitchell’s dance lessons have moved to the Covenant Presbyterian Church Annex. We will have social dancing after the lessons in West Coast Swing and Salsa. Only $5 per person. More info: 480 586 5961.
Pottery lessons wheel throwing and hand building in Warren $120 3 Groups available Clay sculpture class $150 NO experience needed. Space is limited – scholarships available – email bisbeepotteryonthemountain@gmail.com
Nick Mueller offers private chess lessons for individuals and groups via Cascade Tutoring – cascadecochise@gmail.com for more info
The Bisbee Rotary Club is looking for new members! Feel free to join us at one of our meetings to get to know our club. The Bisbee Rotary Club meets the first and third Thursday of the month at 5:15pm at the VFW, 1326 Highway 92. Come learn about how the Bisbee Rotary Club works to improve our community, while having fun! For more info, contact sherrielmorgan@gmail.com
Cochise County Swap meet Sunday of every month 7 am – 3pm Thirsty Lizard “bring your good old fashioned junk” – no vendor fees
Have a tune in your head? Steve Moramarco will help you turn it into a song. One on one songwriting lessons email moremarkable67@gmail.com
Venues – all in Bisbee AZ 85603 unless noted
Allen & Co Espresso House – new coffeehouse in a familiar location 31 Subway St #3 (520) 333 – 7970 theallenandco@gmail.com
American Legion Post #16 1422 HWY 92 (520) 366-4558
Artemizia Foundation: Museum / Gallery of contemporary, graffiti & street art. Open Thurs/Fri/Sat/Sun 11 to 4. Works by Banksy, Kusama etc. 818 Tombstone Canyon. www.ArtemiziaFoundation.org
Bisbee Badassery 105 Tombstone Canyon Bisbee, AZ 85603 https://bisbeebadassery.com/ burgers, ice cream, and a small outdoor stage for live music
Bisbee Books & Music 2 Main St. in the Civic Center building
(520) 353-4009
Bisbee Coffee Company 2 Copper Queen Plaza – music in the courtyard (520) 432-7879
Bisbee Grand Hotel 61 Main St 520-432-5900 Live music, full bar, and great food in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere. https://www.bisbeegrandhotel.com
Bisbee Senior Center 300 Collins Rd. (520) 432-2167 events not just for members or seniors
Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 67B Main St 520-366-3898 “Speakeasy” style bar with DJ, pool table, and live music 21 and up www.bisbeesocialclub.com
Bisbee Saturday Market Warren Vista Park https://bisbeesaturdaymarket.com/
Central School Project 43 Howell Ave (520) 432-4866 https://www.centralschoolproject.org/
Chuckleheads 41 Brewery Ave – Matt Becker’s bar featuring music, standup, and other random events. Ask him to show you a card trick. https://www.chuckleheadsaz.com/ 21 and up
Club Kilimanjahro aka Club K 33 Subway St unique event space at the top of a long flight of stairs
Copper Queen 11 Howell Ave (520) 432-2216 Arizona’s oldest hotel has full bar and food plus live music inside or on the patio https://www.copperqueen.com/
The Courtyard 18 Brewery Ave (917) 664-8353
Dot’s Diner/Shady Dell 1 Old Douglas Road (520) 432-1112 retro diner at the Shady Dell Vintage Trailer park https://www.theshadydell.com/dotsevents
Earl’s Cafe at the Warren Hotel classy cafe in the back of this new hotel enter from 55 Angius St. (520) 222 – 6053 www.warnerhotel.com
Electric Brewing 1326 W Hwy 92 (520) 800-4210 The first microbrew in Arizona, run by one of the original owner’s disciples. Also has non-alcoholic drinks on tap. www.electricbrewing.com
Gallery One Squared at 31 Subway Street (520) 226-1994 open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 10 AM- 3PM and open for Second Saturday, from 5PM-8PM. Featuring the work of Local and Regional Contemporary Artists, including Paintings, Photography, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Ceramics & Glasswork. Instagram: Galleryonesquared
Gene’s Place 24 Brewery Ave – recently reopened bar in the Gulch located where the original Gene’s Place was located
Hitching Post 316 Pirrung (520) 432-2836 Bakerville/Warren’s newest hotspot with music and events almost 7 days. a week. You can also get legally “hitched” by Katie. www.hitchingpostbisbee.com
House Royale (formerly Bisbee Royale) – newly reopened and renovated theater! 94 Main St (520) 353-4369
Jonquil Motel 317 Tombstone Canyon (520) 432-7371 – vintage motel with lots of events in their backyard www.thejonqil.com
Main St Bistro (Formerly Contessa’s Cantina) 202 Tombstone Canyon often has live music for lunch
Object Hotel Drawing Room 25 Main St. https://objecthotel.com performance space and gallery
Room 4 Bar 43 Brewery Ave, “Arizona’s smallest bar” up the steep staircase in The Silver King Hotel (520) 432-3723
St. Elmo 36 Brewery ave (520) 432-5578 – since 1902 oldest bar in Arizona, locals’ favorite watering hole 21 and up
The Thirsty Lizard 5838 W. Double Adobe Road Bisbee, AZ 85617 (520) 221-7776
https://www.studiostargazer.org/lizard Roadhouse Food, Drinks & Atmosphere.
Event Venue-space
Warren Peace Cafe 123 Arizona St – new cafe in Warren! www.warrenpeacecafe.com
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