A handy guide for Music, Art + Culture events & things to do this week in Bisbee, Arizona
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Tuesday March 4
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
Talented guitarist Ian Martinez shreds at Gene’s Place 3 – 5 pm
Mule Mountain Trio featuring multi-talented musicians Steve Peavey, Timothy Dick, and Evan Hubbard play traditional country Hitching Post 2 – 4:30 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 March 5
Leather Tooling at the Senior Center every Weds 10 am – noon
Spanish Language Group meets at Electric Brewing 4 – 6 pm
Short Notice (Derek Dickson & David Dean) 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 March 6
Tonky Honk (Timothy Dick, Sam Panther, Mikey DeCosta, Jess Pruitt) play funky country St. Elmo 2 – 4:30
“Family Day” at Thirsty Lizard with Kid’s Karaoke 6:30 – 7:30 and Stargazer Karaoke 8 – 11 pm
Trivia with Vicki 6 pm at Hitching Post
Astra Kelly, soulful folk rock bitten by the south, re-imagined classics and emotive originals https://spoti.fi/4dxO Bisbee Grand 7 – 10 pm
Bowling for Dildos at St Elmo 9-11 pm – a Bisbee tradition!
Friday March 7
Painting with Mary at the Senior Center noon – 2 pm
Karaoke at Electric Brewing 6 pm
Astra Kelly, soulful folk rock bitten by the south, re-imagined classics and emotive originals https://spoti.fi/4dxO Hitching Post 7 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.
One Ghost rock the Bisbee Grand with originals and classic rock/new wave covers 8 – 11 pm https://spoti.fi/3SinPnH
Traveling songwriters from the same town in Illinois Nate Porter and Jack Lorang 7 pm Gene’s Place https://spoti.fi/4im3Dff https://spoti.fi/4kkWygQ
DJ Gidzilla plays hip hop and souldies Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight
Saturday March 8
Bisbee Saturday Market changes its name to Bisbee Community Market 9-1 pm in Warren Vista Park Vendors of locally produced food, artists, collectibles, and live music. Come out to enjoy our beautiful year round climate and support the community! This week is also Return of the Turkey Vultures festival with Mahavia, Locomundi, and Sonoran Stone Toads. Plus a parade, live vultures and more. See featured listing.
Chess Club meets every Saturday 10 am – noon at Copper Queen Library. All levels welcome, boards and pieces provided.
Amelia Doll captures the raw decadence of emotion, through unique lyricism and strong rhythm guitar. https://spoti.fi/48q6kXZ Warren Peace Cafe 12 – 2 pm
Tournament style Texas hold ’em poker game weekly on Saturdays at 1 pm. $10 buy in. Come have some fun at Electric Brewing.
Out of the Blue perform jazz, funk, psychedelic, and blues every Saturday at Bisbee Social Club 2 – 5 pm
Pat Gahn’s For the Sake of the Song at the Royale every Saturday at 3 pm. Bisbee-hall-of famer brings his melodic sounds along with musical guests. This week it’s Astra Kelly, soulful folk rock bitten by the south, re-imagined classics and emotive originals https://spoti.fi/4dxO
Los Amigos play their “friend”-ly mix of classic rock and Latin covers every Saturday at Copper Queen 4 – 7 pm
Second Saturday Art Walk, galleries open 5 – 8 pm. Including: David Berridge Retrospective at Belleza Fine Art Gallery, 23 Main Street. The 30+ year old unframed originals are captivating and well priced. If you have any questions please call 520 234 8154.
Central School Project’s 10th Annual Tales From The Trash 6 pm A thrift store art show. Come and buy some unusual gems! Fun for the whole family so long as you aren’t easily offended.
Grand Burlesque Presents Dirty Work! Starring Award Winning Performers, Local Loves & Traveling Baddies! You’ll get epic entertainment that’s equal parts sexy and silly with fun games and acts all orchestrated by Az’s #1 emcee, Sonia Rita! $15 standing $30 VIP Get Tickets
Chalako the Band play Latin and rock classics and originals at St Elmo 9 — 1 am bring your dancing shoes https://www.reverbnation.com/Chalako/videos
Traveling songwriters from the same town in Illinois Nate Porter and Jack Lorang 7 pm Hitching Post https://spoti.fi/4im3Dff https://spoti.fi/4kkWygQ
Those Dudes jam out 3 pm followed by Drag Night with Jessica Michaels 9 pm Gene’s Place
One Ghost rock Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight with originals and classic rock/new wave covers https://spoti.fi/3SinPnH
Magghie O’Shea performs originals, “Weird” Al covers, and more on her ukelele 7 pm on the patio Room 4 Bar in Silver King Hotel
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Sunday March 9
Ecstatic Dance Second and fourth Sundays at the Kilimanjahro, 10:30 a warm-up, 11:00 e dance.. Dance church meditation! Journey in a judgment free zone and move like no one‘s watching because no one is!
Los Amigos play their “friend”-ly mix of classic rock and Latin covers Warren Peace Cafe noon – 2 pm
2 – 5 pm Central School Project – Don’t miss this fun one day popup Life drawing and portrait show. Who knows? Nudes may soon be a thing of the past.
Amelia Doll captures the raw decadence of emotion, through unique lyricism and strong rhythm guitar. https://spoti.fi/48q6kXZ Earl’s Cafe 10 – noon and then Bisbee Badassery 2 – 5 pm
Christa Leigh celebrates her birthday by playing “Church” at St. Elmo 2:30 pm
The Panther Band – talented family playing originals and blues/classic rock covers Bisbee Grand 3 – 6 pm https://thepantherband.bandcamp.com/album/marching-toward-the-dust
Comedy open mic at Chuckleheads 8 pm – make us laugh, won’t you? Winner of audience award gets $10 prize
Monday March 10
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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THE COPPER PIG … a neighborhood eatery
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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:
The Prowl March 14 – 16 https://www.facebook.com/theprowlbisbeeaz/
Alice in Bisbeeland April 18 – 20
Burnerella/Mile High Festival April 17 – 20 https://www.burnerella.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/
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
Gretchen Bonaduce and Mike Alban (American Legion) are having an informal community gathering/meeting this Thursday March 6 at 6-7 pm at Gene’s Place. Anyone who wants to attend are invited. The point is to come together as a community, gather emails, goals for businesses, get people’s feedback, etc.
Join us at Object Hotel for an immersive watercolor workshop! You will explore basic watercolor techniques while being guided step-by-step in creating your own unique vision of Bisbee’s unique desert environment. A custom watercolor palette will be created for the class and will be available for purchase. Friday March 7 (Locals price) 4-6 pm $130 all supplies included Saturday March 8 12-3 PM $195 all supplies included. Sunday 12-3 PM $195 all supplies included. You can sign up through the LDBA website or email rachel@objecthotel.com for a link
The Bisbee Woman’s Club is accepting applications for its 2025 grant awards from March 3 to April 11. Grants awards will be up to $1,000. Grant applications are posted on its website www.bisbeewomansclub.com in Its Grants section. The grants are intended for organizations and individuals whose project will benefit the Bisbee community. The projects will fulfill the mission of the Bisbee Woman’s Club to further education, improve skills, expand rights and meet the needs of our community. For more information about the Bisbee Woman’s Club please go to www.bisbeewomansclub.com.
First-ever Empowerment March in Bisbee, AZ, on March 9th from 8:00-11:00 AM, with a Resource Fair at the Bisbee Coffee Company from 8:30-11:00 AM. This event is dedicated to raising awareness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), including autism spectrum disorder, and encouraging self-advocacy within our community. This is an incredible opportunity to showcase the strength and resilience of individuals with IDD while fostering connections and expanding access to crucial resources. The community’s participation is vital in ensuring that the region continues to grow in ways that meet the support needs of individuals throughout Southern Arizona. You can register to march at the event and donate to receive a T-shirt using the registration link below. This link can be shared with any community members who might enjoy this event! Register Here
The Royale is looking for fresh, independent films to project onto our 18-foot screen at Club Royale every weekend in April. 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
B-Active Shuttle in Old Bisbee Book your shuttle here: https://bactivebisbee.com/bisbee-runner/
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
Los Hermanos (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
Quarry 40 Brewery Ave (520) 366-6868 Winner of many “Best of Bisbee” awards, locally sourced food with many vegan options https://www.facebook.com/the.quarry.bisbee
Warren Peace Cafe 123 Arizona St – new cafe in Warren! www.warrenpeacecafe.com
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